Local News
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Therme Manchester launches youth art competition to transform construction site into outdoor gallery
A new art competition aimed at young people across Greater Manchester has been launched by Therme Manchester, with winning entries set to be displayed on a large-scale public gallery surrounding its TraffordCity site.
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Woman taken to hospital after reported dog attack on Lower Broughton Road
A woman has been taken to hospital for treatment after police were called to reports of a dog attack on Lower Broughton Road early on Friday afternoon.
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NHS urges sexual assault survivors to seek confidential care from local support centres
Survivors of sexual assault and abuse across the North West are being urged to seek confidential help from NHS services.
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Two dead after light aircraft crash in Greater Manchester
Two men have died after a light aircraft crashed into farmland near Littleborough at around 11am on Tuesday 3 February.
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Salford launches centenary fund to support community celebrations in 2026
Voluntary groups invited to apply for funding ahead of Salford's 100th anniversary as a city
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Swinton firm wins global award for smart manufacturing tech
A Salford-based technology company has won international recognition for its work helping manufacturers cut energy use and improve efficiency.
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Salford and Eccles gang jailed for nearly 50 years over guns and drugs plot
Four men from across Greater Manchester, including Salford and Eccles, have been jailed for a total of 47 years for running a multimillion-pound illegal drugs and firearms operation that spanned the UK.
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Police hunt suspect after 95-year-old woman tied up and threatened in Salford home
A 95-year-old woman was tied up and threatened in her own home during a daytime robbery attempt in Salford. Police are appealing for information as they search for a suspect described as being in his late 60s to early 70s.
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Young performers invited to audition for new musicals as BYMT heads to Manchester
Budding actors, singers and dancers from Greater Manchester will have the chance to audition for a national youth theatre company when British Youth Music Theatre (BYMT) visits the city next month.
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Salford calls on public to help honour 100 local heroes during city’s centenary year
A major campaign has launched to celebrate 100 individuals who have helped shape Salford over the last century, as part of the city’s centenary events.
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Lowry festive appeal raises over £50,000 to support creative work with Salford’s young people
Thousands of people across Salford and Greater Manchester have contributed to a fundraising appeal that has generated more than £50,000 for The Lowry’s work with disadvantaged young people.
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Elderly man dies after collision in Salford as police appeal for witnesses
Police have launched an investigation after an 87-year-old man was fatally struck by a car while crossing the road in Salford.
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Burnham move towards Parliament could hand interim mayor role to Salford leader
Andy Burnham has confirmed he wants to stand for Parliament in the Gorton and Denton by election, a decision that could lead to a temporary change in leadership across Greater Manchester.
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Andy Burnham confirms bid to return as Labour MP
Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham has announced he is seeking to return to Westminster, confirming he has asked Labour’s ruling body for permission to stand in the upcoming Gorton and Denton by-election.