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Prisoners of War: Cadishead soldier guards ‘the forgotten men’ of Knockaloe
One of the less-reported sides of the First World War came to light in January 1916, when a local soldier told his strange tale about Knockaloe, a camp holding tens of...
Swinton restaurant The Edge hit for £6k by thieves
Food, alcohol and a weekend’s takings were stolen from an Indian restaurant in Swinton. Police believe that unknown offenders broke in to The Edge on Chorley Road...
Salford star Christopher Eccleston launches Alzheimer’s campaign with Wallace and Gromit creators
Local actor Christopher Eccleston has teamed up with Aardman Amination Studios to produce a film to ‘fight misconceptions’ about dementia. The 51-year-old,...
Worsley Christmas Santa Sledge makes over £10k to give away
Worsley Rotary Club’s ever popular Santa Sledge has raised over £10,000 from its annual trip around the streets of Salford. Over 20 days in the pre-Christmas...
Cadishead couple win £5,000 from Purplebricks
A local couple from Cadishead has won a £5,000 windfall after listing their property with hybrid estate agency Purplebricks. Colin and Gillian Bannister listed their...
Salford Choral Sing Day, February 27 Peel Hall, Salford University
Singers from all over Greater Manchester and beyond will be coming together for Salford Choral’s Sing Day on 27 February, at Peel Hall, Salford University. This is...
Beechy defeated as they throw away a two goal lead
Following a terrific first half performance in their home game against Pennington FC a frustrated Beechfield United outfit threw away a 2-0 lead in this FBT Manchester...
Are you 16-25 and unemployed?
Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service are delivering The Prince’s Trust Team programme. GMFRS is offering young people aged 16-25 the chance to gain...
Top 10 worst tax return excuses
The ten worst excuses for missing the 31 January Self Assessment deadline for 2013-14 have today been revealed by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). From broken kitchen...
It’s time to count the wildlife that’s counting on you
Big Garden Birdwatch – 30 and 31 January 2016 The countdown has commenced for the world’s biggest garden wildlife survey – and more people in Greater Manchester...
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