“I want people to have positive memories of lockdown” Salford photographer offers ‘doorstep portraits’ to raise money for children’s hospice

By George Carden 6th May 2020 Community, News, Winton 0 comments

A photographer from Salford has been taking free ‘doorstep portraits’ for families during lockdown to raise money for a children’s […]

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A sculpture to celebrate “Salford Firsts” and the city’s rich history coming soon

By ZoeBott 5th May 2020 Art, Community, Culture, News 0 comments

Renowned sculptor Emma Rodgers is working on a horse and lamppost sculpture for Bexley Square off Chapel Street to celebrate […]

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“I just wanted to cheer up the high street” Salford artist creates stunning window art to thank NHS

By Krista Harris 5th May 2020 Art, Business, Community, Monton, News 2 comments

Rainbows and hearts made from the words “thank you” and “we love you” now cover the shop windows of Monton. […]

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Celebrate the 75th VE Day… from your front garden!

By Chelsea Bailey 5th May 2020 Community, News 0 comments

This Friday marks the 75th anniversary of VE day and people across Salford are determined to join in the country’s […]

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Salford Baby Bank supports at risk new families during COVID-19 pandemic

By Phoebe Hughes 5th May 2020 Community, Health, News 0 comments

Vulnerable families facing added stress during the Covid-19 pandemic are being given an extra helping hand by a Salford charity. […]

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Fitness sessions launched online for young disabled people with ‘You Can’ Community Centre in Salford

By Cora Dixon 5th May 2020 Community, Health 0 comments

The You Can Community Centre in Salford is holding free easy fitness sessions for children and young adults with additional […]

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“I’m doing it for my grandson” – Salford woman makes knitted mask bands for key workers

By KatieBruton 5th May 2020 Community, Health, News 0 comments

A Salford woman has been knitting mask exteriors for key workers. The exteriors are a knitted band with large buttons […]

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Surge in fly-tipping follows Salford tip closures

By Sofia Tavini 30th April 2020 Community, Environment, News 0 comments

Fly-tipping culprits were exposed around the Blackfriars area last week by a group leader from Salford Litter Heroes. Salford Litter […]

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Virtual community raffle supports local businesses in Salford West

By Joni Sommerville 29th April 2020 Business, Community, News 0 comments

A business owner has created a virtual community raffle to support independent businesses during lockdown in Salford west. Susie Kwok, […]

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“We wanted to pay back the nurses” Salford residents raising money for the NHS… by playing bingo

By Luke Wallworth 28th April 2020 Community, Health, News 0 comments

Neighbours on a street in Pendleton have been keeping spirits high during lockdown by playing bingo in aid of front-line NHS staff.

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