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Salford YouTuber Angry Ginge's team goes top of the Baller League

1 month ago | salfordnow.co.uk | Owen King

Salford YouTuber and Twitch stream Angry Ginge’s six-aside beat a team managed by Arsenal legends 5-2 to go top of the new Baller League. The Baller League competition kicked off this past weekend, and saw teams compete managed by ex-professional footballers, including the likes of John Terry, Alan Shearer, and Gary Lineker, as well as social media influencers such as Angry Ginge, KSI and Chunkz.
A new Immersive Art Gallery opening soon in Media City

1 month ago | salfordnow.co.uk | Owen King

A new immersive art gallery is set to open in MediaCity that will aim to bring portraits to life through storytelling. The groundbreaking art gallery will bring portraits to life from May 2, 2025, as they aim to ‘unframe and bring the portrait to life.’The National Portrait Gallery has granted FRAMELESS’ award-winning team access to its Collection to inspire the creation of Stories – Brought to Life.
Salford Red Devils prepare for away clash against Hull KR

1 month ago | salfordnow.co.uk | Owen King

Salford Red Devils will travel away to Craven Park as they will prepare for Super League clash against Hull KR. The Red Devils will be hoping to return to winning form, after head coach Paul Rowley encouraged his team to become more physical following the defeat to Leeds Rhinos. Salford sit directly at the bottom of the league table, and will be hoping that they can get the better of the home side tonight.
Success for Salford Rum as it smashes investment round

1 month ago | salfordnow.co.uk | Owen King

Salford’s iconic spirt company is celebrating smashing their investment in target in just one hour this weekend by raising £250,000. The Salford Rum Company have been able to find success in gaining the finances in the hope of expanding their national footprint. The brand expressed that they expected the fundraising to close at a circa of £200,000 – however, they were able to surpass the target and raise more than expected in one hour.
New £950,000 community building in Little Hulton has opened

1 month ago | salfordnow.co.uk | Owen King

A nultra-low carbon £950,000 community building has opened its doors in Little Hulton, as it aims to bring people together. The regenerated Peel Park Pavilion has been hailed as one of the greenest buildings in Salford, offering an incredible new space in the local community. Constructed by Community Little Hulton who teamed up with Architecture Unknown, the building will offer a vibrant new community space with a park café, offices, meeting rooms and a BMX pump track.
Man to attempt Salford 160ft bungee jump for homeless charity

2 months ago | salfordnow.co.uk | Owen King

A man is aiming to raise money for a homeless charity through a daring bungee jump in Salford. The bungee jump will be completed by Gavin Vitler, who will be taking on the daredevil 160ft jump at the Salford Quays Watersports Centre. Gavin, originally from Middleton, will be going to the Quays on Saturday 26 April to help raise money for the Petrus Homeless Charity. Petrus aims to end homelessness and create a safe space where people can flourish.
Volunteers join together to clean up Irlam cemetery

2 months ago | salfordnow.co.uk | Owen King

Volunteers joined forces to help clean up the cemetery at St John’s Church in Irlam as a mark of respect to those whose graves lie there. It has become a monthly event to help the gardener keep the grounds looking neat and tidy. One volunteer, June Worsely said: “Being part of the community and the church, it’s important for the church that we keep the graveyard clean and volunteer.” June is a member of the church and has seen how filthy the graveyard can get.
St John the Baptist's church wants volunteers for cemetery tidy-up

2 months ago | salfordnow.co.uk | Owen King

St John the Baptist’s church in Irlam will host a volunteer-led clean-up volunteer day, where people from the community can come to the church and help keep the cemetery tidy. This event is on Saturday the 8th of February at 10am until mid-day. The church encourages everybody to come and help out. Reverend Rob Jackson and his team said: “This time will be spent clearing pathways and dead flowers.” “All are welcome to come and join us.”Rev Jackson added that no experience is necessary.
Salford Red Devils prepare for Challenge Cup Third Round fixture

2 months ago | salfordnow.co.uk | Owen King

Salford Red Devils will kick off their season with a Challenge Cup Third Round fixture against Midlands Hurricane this weekend. The third-round cup tie will see Salford Red Devils go up against the ambitious League One side, setting the stage for a ‘David-and-Goliath’ encounter. The Birmingham-based side, have been turning heads with their recent gritty performances in the lower tiers of rugby league and book their place into the third round.
Memorial held in Salford for the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz

2 months ago | salfordnow.co.uk | Owen King

A special memorial was held in Salford for the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi concentration camp Auschwitz. For the anniversary, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Salford church hosted a special theme for the memoriam, ‘For a Better Future.’The theme allowed people of Salford to learn from the past and build toward a better future.