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Next of kin appeal for Salford man, Barry Flanagan

Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace the next-of-kin of a man from Salford. Barry Flanagan, 55, died in Swinton on 8 August 2016. There are no...

Boothstown Councillor warns community after thieves steal her driveway

Boothstown and Ellenbrook Councillor Jillian Collinson has warned residents to stay vigilant after thieves stole part of her driveway. The perpetrators made off with...

Car thieves flee RTC on East Lancashire Road, Swinton

Emergency services were called to the junction of the East Lancashire Road A580 and Worsley Road, Swinton at 12.01pm today, Tuesday, 9 August following reports of a two...

Leigh MP Andy Burnham Labour’s candidate for Greater Manchester Mayor

Andy Burnham has been chosen as Labour’s candidate for Greater Manchester’s first Mayor. The Leigh MP will be hoping to claim the hot seat at the mayoral...

Ford Fiesta takes to the road in Fireball Rally for St Ann’s Hospice

A trusty old Ford Fiesta will soon embark on its toughest journey as a tribute to its late owner Susan Cropper. Daughter Claire and her husband Olly will drive the...

Salford man jailed for 27 years for child rape and assault

A man who orchestrated a campaign of rape and sexual assaults against a young boy and girl over a period of 14 years has been jailed. Michael John Nicholls, 34, of Buile...

Free pop-up adventure playground day at Salford’s arty ‘scrap’ charity

This Saturday there’s a full day of fun on the cards for younger children with a pop-up adventure playground at a local charity in Salford. Visitors to...

Beechfield United lose opening game against Breightmet

In the Manchester Football League Beechfield United kicked-off their 2016/2017 Division 1 season with an away game against Breightmet United. Despite producing a...

New Wickes store to open in Clifton this Friday

DIY and home improvement specialist Wickes is celebrating the launch of its new look store in Clifton with a weekend of festivities kicking off on Friday 12 August....

Beechfield Ladies storm to the top of the table

Following a two week lay-off Beechfield United Ladies were back in action in the Manchester FA Women’s Summer League. At Platt Lane Fallowfield the game against...