Recent press releases from Salford City Council

Salford youngsters lift Rugby League World Cup

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Salford youngsters got the chance to lift the Rugby League World Cup when it made a surprise visit to their school.

Thank you for recycling more

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Salford residents have been given a huge vote of thanks by Salford City Council for recycling an extra 750 tonnes of waste in just two weeks.

Salford council cuts energy bill by more than £1 million

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Salford City Council has saved more than £1 million on its energy bills.

New traffic system to ease congestion in Irlam

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

A new road system that aims to reduce traffic congestion at busy times will be piloted in Irlam, as the Peel Green roundabout is widened.

Free advice on managing money

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Salford residents will be offered free advice about managing money and staying clear of loan sharks on Wednesday 12 June.

New Salford Wake Park given seal of approval

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

A new watersports facility was given an official seal of approval this week when city officials, representatives of sporting bodies and investors visited the Salford Wake Park.

Walking football is unique pitch to score health benefits

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Stop running or you'll get sent off!

Work underway to manage flood risk in Salford

Fri, 31 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Work is underway to manage the risk of flooding to over 2,000 homes and businesses in Salford.

Fowl play! Old Warke Dam gets overhaul after birds find mates

Wed, 29 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

One of Salford's historic green areas is getting a dramatic facelift, after love was in the air.

Salford residents asked for their views on new takeaways

Tue, 28 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Takeaways might have had their chips during schools hours.

Pioneering communications tool launched

Tue, 28 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

People with profound disabilities have launched their own communications tool to make sure they don't get left out of conversations with health professionals.

Eccles is a bloom town

Tue, 28 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Green fingered enthusiasts have added a taste of the unusual to make Eccles even more blooming lovely this year.

Ordsall Hall wins a Bronze Award

Tue, 28 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Ordsall Hall has won a Bronze Award in the Small Visitor Attraction category at the prestigious VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2013 Ceremony.

By-election candidates announced for Weaste and Seedley

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The candidates to find a new councillor for Salford's Weaste and Seedley ward have been announced.

Moorside students sing praises as new school takes shape

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Students of Moorside High and Primary School were standing in the hall of fame as they took their first look inside their new school which is part of the new £30 million Moorside combined campus.

New waste service set to start across Salford

Thu, 23 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Salford residents are set to recycle more and save money.

Children get chance to design Salford playground

Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Salford City Council is asking children to swing into action and design their very own playground.

City Mayor's summit delivers action plan to ease A57 congestion

Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

City Mayor Ian Stewart has reached agreement with the major utility companies and contractors to ease congestion on Liverpool Road (A57), Irlam.

Lights, camera, action for Creative Careers in Salford!

Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Teenagers in Salford were the envy of many as they spent the day behind the scenes at BBC North and The Lowry discovering the first rate creative careers open to them on their doorstep.

Buddies beat bullying in Salford

Mon, 20 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Primary schools in Salford have been nationally commended for their work to prevent bullying and for making sure children are safe and happy.

Salford tackles homophobia with 'Don't Assume' photos

Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Youth groups in Salford have created a thought provoking photo exhibition called ‘Don't Assume' to help promote International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia, known as IDAHO day, on Friday 17 May

So long - and thanks for all the care

Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

A Salford foster carer, who was told she would never work with children, is to retire - ending 64 years of her family's involvement in caring for children.

BBC move to Salford celebrated

Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The National Audit Office has praised the BBC's move to Salford Quays in a landmark review.

Free tickets for Salford devils

Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Salford schoolchildren are being given the opportunity to be little red devils for the day.

Trading standards warn about cosmetic and diet pill scam

Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Residents in Salford are being warned about online cosmetic and diet pill scams.

Put yourself in the frame for Foster Care Fortnight

Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

A big opportunity to put yourself in the picture about fostering will be touring Salford for the next two weeks.

New homes for Cadishead

Fri, 10 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Almost 200 new homes could be built in Cadishead thanks to Salford City Council.

Day centres to open to all community

Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Two day centres in Salford are to open their doors to the whole community later this year because of falling demand for traditional day care.

First ever Eccles Day planned in style

Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Fashion fans, bargain hunters, families and local residents are being invited to show their love for Eccles and celebrate the town's first ever Eccles Day on Saturday, 18 May.