40 years on, a former Salford miner has reflected on the 1984 miner’s strike, which saw thousands of miners across the country walk away from the pits.
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Group campaigning to save Agecroft Chapel recieves charity status: “It opens so many doors for us now”
An organisation campaigning for the reparation of the Agecroft Chapel has gained charity status to assist in their efforts. The […]
Salford Quays to welcome gruelling 3.2km rowing race this weekend
Rowers from across the North West will be coming to Salford Quays this Saturday to take part in the Agecroft […]
Salford’s forgotten past: Agecroft and Clifton collieries
Not long ago, Salford was a vital part of the Manchester Coalfield, with a collection of coal pits including the […]
“It really helps them excel, at all aspects of life” – Salford-based school rowing programme wins British Rowing Project of the Year award
A school rowing project based at Salford Quay’s Agecroft Rowing Club has been awarded Project of the Year by British […]
“I’ll be in uniform, sword and medal” – How the community is observing Salford Remembrance Day
During this Salford Remembrance Day, we look back on the achievements and show respect to those that fought and in […]
University of Salford rowing team complete first race of the season
THE University of Salford rowing team complete their first race of the season. Seven different crews including Manchester, Chester, and fastest in […]
New In Salford
Salford-born family become the first cornerstone patrons of Salford’s new Youth Zone
Salford playgroup hosts fundraiser for “dedicated staff member” with terminal cancer
Salford residents share concerns for rubbish and litter over the newly opened McDonalds
Morrissey donates £50k to save the iconic Salford Lads Club
“He was very proud of being from Salford” – Remembering Joe Martin
New In Sport
“The FA Cup is special isn’t it” – Curtis Tilt speaks ahead of the FA Cup First Round
Salford Red Devils sign Joe Bullock on a two-year deal
“I want to be an Olympian”- 21-year-old Salford sensation dreams big after national boxing title win
North Walkden FC stay top of the league after 5-2 win against Moston Brook
Swinton Lionesses appoint new head coach
New in Entertainment
MediaCity is home to the newest and biggest sushi bar in the North West
Everyone left with a smile on their face – Here You Come Again at the Lowry
Kargo MKT celebrates one year anniversary with a party this weekend
“Put your money where your mouth is” – Lowry star urges govenment to do more for asylum seekers
Tokyo dancer and choreographer to host free workshop in Salford
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