Salford

Salford is a city in Greater Manchester, England. Recent news highlights several events impacting the area. An attempted robbery in Little Hulton, Salford, involved a 95-year-old woman being tied up in her home; an 80-year-old man has been arrested. In a separate tragic incident, a coroner concluded that a 40-year-old woman, Martina Karos, and her severely disabled eight-year-old daughter, Eleni Edwards, were found dead in their Salford home in September 2024, the mother having taken both their lives due to overwhelming loneliness as a full-time carer. Furthermore, Salford is relevant to the legacy of artist LS Lowry. A new BBC documentary featuring Ian McKellen will explore previously unheard tapes related to Lowry, whose work has strong ties to the region, examining his artistic significance and perceived marginalization.