Salford
Americannoun
noun
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a city in NW England in Salford unitary authority, Greater Manchester, on the Manchester Ship Canal: a major centre of the cotton industry in the 19th century; extensive dock area, now redeveloped, includes the Lowry arts centre; university (1967). Pop: 72 750 (2001)
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a unitary authority in NW England, in Greater Manchester. Pop: 216 500 (2003 est). Area: 97 sq km (37 sq miles)
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The 31-year-old, who played schoolboy Josh Stevenson in the BBC One drama, died on 17 December at Salford Royal Hospital.
From BBC
One person stood out - Albert Finney, who grew up in Salford, not far away from where Mosaku lived in Manchester with her family.
From BBC
Chris correctly picked the winner in 21 of the 31 third-round ties to have been played so far - Salford versus Swindon was postponed and takes place next week.
From BBC
Either Salford City or Swindon of League Two will visit Manchester City, while new Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior will take his side to former club Hull City.
From BBC
In total, 124 goals were scored across Friday, Saturday and Sunday's 30 fixtures - an average of 4.1 goals per game - with two more ties still to be played, between Premier League champions Liverpool and League One Barnsley on Monday, and League Two Salford City and Swindon Town on Tuesday.
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