Tony Flynn
SalfordOnline.com's Local History Editor and Senior Reporter.
University of Salford exhibition tells stories of religious transgender people
A groundbreaking exhibition telling the stories of religious transgender people is opening at the University of Salford. The Twilight People exhibition, the first in...
A ‘sister act’ for award-winning dementia play touring to Eccles this week
A homegrown play which debuts at the Greater Manchester Fringe will land in Eccles later this week for the delectation of local theatre lovers. ‘Like There’s No One...
Salford hero Ethan Evans, 14, recognised with British Citizen’s Award
A remarkable 14-year-old boy will be recognised for his incredible efforts supporting disadvantaged community members at the House of Lords in July. Salford’s...
Salford Museum and Art Gallery host industrial art exhibition
Saturday 9 July sees the launch of a new exhibition at Salford Museum & Art Gallery. The painters explore the industry of cotton manufacture in Manchester and...
Police investigating after a fatal collision on the M61 motorway
At around 3:30am on Monday 4 July 2016, police were called to junction 5 of the M61 motorway to reports of a collision between a pedestrian and a HGV. Officers attended...
Visitors to Manchester reminded to stay peaceful and respectful during the religious holiday of Eid-ul-Fitr
Visitors to Manchester are being reminded to stay peaceful and respectful during the religious holiday of Eid-ul-Fitr as GMP prepare for an influx of visitors to...
Somme 100: The poignant letters of Salford Pals butchered on battlefield
As we remember the 100th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme, here we reflect on the first wave of casualties from Salford who perished on that terrible day of...
News update: Police confirm death of man who fell from Lowry Plaza
Shortly after 7:35am on Friday 1 July 2016, police were called to the Lowry Plaza, Salford Quays to reports that a man had fallen from height. Officers attended and...
Top 5 things to do in Salford this weekend
Its the weekend and here are our top tips for things to do this weekend, a selection of summer fairs, Somme memorial events and plenty more. Salford Red Devils –...
Bravery commendation for police officers who stepped in when two women began fighting on a busy motorway
Two GMP officers have received Chief Constable Commendations for their bravery when responding to reports of two women fighting on a motorway. Back in March, PCs Adrian...
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