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100 years ago in Salford: Girl almost killed by ‘arrogant’ driver on Regent Street

Road safety has come a long way since the early days of motoring, but sadly it was not advanced enough to stop this near-fatal Salford accident in October 1915. Eccles...

Half-term footy fun at Hotel Football

Looking for something to keep the family entertained this half term? Hotel Football has a jam-packed schedule of footie-themed fun and games to keep everyone happy. Get...

5* Review: Morgan & West’s Utterly Spiffing Spectacular Magic Show – The Lowry, Salford Quays

Morgan & West are a duo of time-travelling Victorian magicians, and rather spiffing they are too. There’s 50 minutes of pure family enjoyment on show here....

Tonight: Public meeting as MP backs no demolition plan for Eccles Crown Theatre

Campaigners will meet the public tonight to gather support against plans to knock down the historic Crown Theatre on Liverpool Road in Eccles. Over 2,500 people have...

Manchester & Cheshire Construction strike China housing deal

A Salford-based construction firm has formed an alliance with a Chinese developer to buy sites for residential schemes in Greater Manchester. The agreement is between...

5* Review: Hairspray – The Palace Theatre, Manchester

The feel good musical Hairspray arrived at Manchester’s Palace Theatre for a high-energy, perfectly-cast evening of entertainment. Transported back to 1962...

Halloween and Bonfire Night in Salford

Some of the most fun to be had in autumn is around Halloween and bonfire night. Here’s what’s happening in Salford for all the family to enjoy! Halloween...

Next of kin appeal – Salford man

Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace the next of kin for a man from Salford. Martin Kerfoot, 65, sadly died on 22 October 2015 at his home address...

Beechfield United Juniors weekend results

Back in action in the North Bury Junior League were Beechfield United Under 17’s and despite a much improved performance United lost 3-2 at home to Radcliffe Borough...

Salford students celebrate Black History Month

Students from Salford City College got an insight into the rich culture of Jamaica earlier this month, with a special visit from musician and Jamaican tenor, Steve...