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100 years ago: Disabled war veteran goes on rampage in Patricroft
Once again we turn to the pages of the Eccles and Patricroft Journal for this rather amusing story from July 1916 which appears under the headline, ‘Permanently...
500 homes hit by power cuts in Little Hulton and Walkden
Hundreds of homes and business were affected by power cuts in Little Hulton and Walkden this morning. Readers contacted SalfordOnline.com on Facebook and Twitter to...
Cromwell Road now re-opended after Castle Irwell fire
Update: Police have now re-opened Cromwell Road after last night’s huge fire at former student halls Castle Irwell. This morning, drivers were being diverted onto...
20 firefighters remain on scene of huge blaze at Castle Irwell former student halls
Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue service have been working through the night to tackle a large fire at derelict former student halls of residence Castle Irwell. Fire...
Salford flood affected properties receive up to £5k flood protection work
Hundreds of Salix Homes properties affected by the Boxing Day floods will now receive up to £5,000 of flood-resilient improvements. The Salford housing association has...
AC Hotel Salford Quays launch proves a hit
Salford Quays is now home to the UK’s first AC Hotels by Marriott, a new branch of the well-known hotel provider, aimed at the business and leisure market. The grand...
Salford students success celebrated at awards and showcase evening
Students, guests, governors and staff from Salford City College celebrated the end of another fantastic year at the annual Salford City College awards. The prestigious...
Shared ownership homes breathe new life into Salford’s housing market
New homes being built for shared ownership in Salford are offering families locked out of the housing market the chance to take a first step on the property ladder....
The family of Darren Walmsley killed in a collision on the M62 pay tribute to him
The family of a man who died in a collision on the M62 have paid tribute to him. Shortly after 9.30am on Monday 4 July 2016, police received a number of reports of a...
Salford fire: Firefighters tackle huge blaze at former Castle Irwell student halls
A large fire broke out at the former Castle Irwell student halls on Cromwell Road in Salford. Flames and smoke from the fire could be seen over a mile away. Watch video...
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