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View along the towpath in 1954. (Credit: MBBCS)

“A tombstone on the canal” – Campaign launched to save Salford’s forgotten waterway

A canal society is campaigning to stop a new development from hiding the heritage of Salford’s forgotten canal, memorialised in the song Dirty Old Town.

Paul Dennett at the Plans approved- photo screenshotted from Salford City Council YouTube

Salford Mayor critical of new “unrealistic” housing target increases

Salford Mayor Paul Dennett says new government housing targets from deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner are unrealistic. The new plans […]

Assisted Dying Bill

Salford disability campaigner joins protest outside Parliament against ‘assisted dying’ as MPs vote to support it

A Salford disability campaigner spoke out against ‘assisted dying’ in protests outside Parliament as MPs voted to support it. JoAnn […]

"I’ve enjoyed what I’ve achieved" - NHS veteran reflects on 35 year career after retiring

“I’ve enjoyed what I’ve achieved” – NHS veteran reflects on 35 year career after retiring

An accident and emergency specialist who worked in Salford through challenging times celebrates his retirement after 35 years. Jimmy Tunn […]

Paulo and Julie - owners of the cafe and transcend studios

“Some people call it a breakdown but we say breakthrough” – Transcend Studios keeps up the fight on mental health

An Eccles wellbeing studio is on a mission to provide a safe and secure space where people in the community […]