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Once used as ‘Manchester’s car park’, the Greengate neighbourhood in Salford has changed beyond recognition in recent years.
This was Manchester’s car park – now it’s a place where people really want to live
The Venga Bus is returning to Irlam Live for 2025 later this month and YES we will be giving you the chance to win some FREE tickets thanks to our good friend Darren Goulden. Find out all you need to know here.
Irlam Live 2025 Is Just Around The Corner
LDRS reporter Ethan Davies took a drive through the roadwork chaos on Chapel Street, Salford.
Chapel Street Roadworks
Tony Flynn got together with Steve Chapman and Phil Portus to discuss the upcoming Salford Revisited exhibition at the Langworthy Cornerstone.
Salford Revisited – More Photos Of Salford in 1977
On Saturday 26th April we took a to the site of the former Agecroft Pit to witness the unveiling of a plaque dedicated to former miner, entertainer and African Prince, Mr Peter Lobengula who worked at the pit for many years. So beloved was he by his fellow miners, they paid for his funeral and lined the streets with doffed caps as his funeral cortege passed by on the way to Agecroft cemetery where his mortal remains lay at rest to this day.
Peter Lobengula Plaque Unveiling – Agecroft Miners Memorial
Tony Flynn took a trip to a pub renowned for having the best pint in Eccles, The Stanley Arms on Liverpool Road, Patricroft. Tony spoke with new landlord Andy Allan about what he has in store for the pub going forward.
A Chat with the new landlord of the Stanley Arms in Patricroft, Eccles
In the autumn of 2024, the Boothstown Residents Association had the idea of showcasing the rich history and heritage of Boothstown. Seeking support from the Worsley Civic Trust and Boothstown Village Hall, the goal was to create an accessible and engaging plinth to be situated at Standfield Precinct Green.We popped down to speak with local councillor for Boothstown and Ellenbrook, Bob Clarke, to find out more.
Boothstown History Plinth Unveiling
Tony Flynn took a trip to Salford Museum and Art Gallery on Saturday for the launch of an exhibition of artist Liam Spencer's work entitled Irwell: Afterlife. A pictural record of the reawakening and rebound of both the river and the wildlife which lives in and around it, following the decline of industrialisation in the area.
Liam Spencer Exhibition – Irwell: Afterlife, exhibiting at the Salford Museum and Art Gallery
With Eccles town centre in the midst of change we spoke to local councillors Mike McCusker and Lisa Muir about the current renovations being undertaken at the historic grade 2 listed Eccles Carnegie Library.
Eccles Carnegie Library Renovations 2025
Ahoy There! Bartons Panto Pirates Set Sail To Treasure Island.
Treasure Island Barton Theatre Company
An update from Tony Flynn on our upcoming Christmas Winter Warmer
Christmas Winter Warmer Update
Ever wondered where the Langworthy area got its name? We spoke with Lawrence Cassidy and Phil Portus on the launch of the Langworthy Story Exhibition on now at the wonderful Langworthy Cornerstone.
The Langworthy Story
Continuing our history series lost pubs and following on from 'The Lost Pubs of Eccles, Tony Flynn presents 'The Lost Pubs of Salford episode 1 - Weaste', hope you enjoy it and stay tuned for episode 2 coming soon.
The Lost Pubs of Salford – Episode #1 – Weaste
We popped along to Patricroft Conservative Club to find out about the upcoming Crooked Cue Competition which is being held on Boxing Day later this year.
Crooked Cue Competition 2024
Salford's very own international man of History, Tony Flynn, took a trip back down memory lane to a time when buses and trams headed out onto the streets of Salford from the old depot at Weaste.
A trip down memory lane to Weaste Bus Depot
We spoke to Paula Keenan, photographer in residence who has worked with local community groups to showcase Eccles through the eyes of those who live there.
The Picturing Eccles Exhibition
Forget Oasis, Beatlemania is about to grip Salford as Nick Bold AKA George Harrison is set to debut at Salford Arts Theatre on Liverpool Street, alongside supporting act Steven P Taylor, poet extraordinaire. Nick made his first mark on the music business in the 1980s as founding member, lead guitarist and principal songwriter for the British rock band Virginia Wolf. Tickets are available on the link below priced at just £16 plus a small booking fee. If you are a Beatles fan (and there are one or two around) this is not one to miss. https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/salfordartstheatre/george-the-concert-featuring-nick-bold-as-george-harrison/2024-09-20/19:30/t-eavqqea
Beatle Mania Grips Salford
Salford 77, last chance to see the fantastic exhibition from photographer Phil Portus at the Langworthy Cornerstone .
Salford 77, last chance to see
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