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New headquarters for construction firm
THE Irish construction company which acquired William Hargreaves Ltd in Bolton is to establish a new headquarters in Standish, Wigan. McInerney Group has made a number of acquisitions and intends to be a big player in the Northern housing market. It is
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On this day - November 6
2948 BC: Said to be Noah's birthday. 1429: Henry VI was crowned King of England. Two years later he was also crowned King of France, in Paris. 1814: Adolphe Sax, instrument inventor who gave his name to the saxophone, was born in Dinant, Belgium. 1893
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Time for a ban
REGARDING fireworks. I, like other people, think it is about time they were banned. Guy Fawkes did try to blow up the Houses of Parliament, so why are we now still celebrating? If it had happened today, he would have been a terrorist. And it would certainly
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Yobs' targets
I HAVE read many letters and stories in the Bolton Evening News over the years about groups of yobs laden with fireworks, laser pens, or anything that will make life hell for people within sight or earshot of these youths. But what about the individual
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Marathon Man at the Lads' Club
In November 1980, Tommy Gilbert, Burnley's Marathon Man - who held several world records for feats of strength -- is pictured demonstrating some of the £3,000 worth of equipment which had been installed at Bolton Lads' Club. Also in the picture are young
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Hello and goodbye to two of Bolton's chimneys
Factory chimneys have long been on the skyline of Bolton (thankfully, nowadays few and far between). The picture, left, taken in 1937, was captioned: "Work in progress at the new De Havilland airscrew factory near Lostock." The fascinating thing about
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Follow all the news from Down Under
HERE are some of the best websites to follow all the Ashes action - if you've not got Sky TV, of course! Click HERE for all the latest news from the official Australian Cricket Board site Click HERE to reach the www.334notout.com Ashes website Click HERE
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Return to steam age
A STEAM train will roll out of Chorley station at the end of this month for the first time in more than 30 years. The ex-LMS Pacific No 6201 "Princess Elizabeth" will haul a special excursion train to York. And organisers feel sure it will attract rail
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It's hall well that ends well
BURSTS, boards and bats all conspired to put one of Chorley's top attractions out of action. Astley Hall was forced to shut after what appeared to be a routine burst pipe repair turned into something more complicated. Chorley Borough Council, which runs
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Baggies set for a shake-up
WEST Brom manager Gary Megson could be forced into a defensive shake-up for Saturday's basement battle at the Reebok. The Baggies' boss, already considering recalling transfer-listed striker Danny Dichio to boost his firepower, has centre-back Phil Gilchrist
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Why local dialect is reet gradely
DICTIONARY publishers Collins are keen to hear from people around the country about regional dialect. They want to include much-used local words and phrases in a new edition. But, how could Bolton residents contribute? And is dialect still important in
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Tales of The Stranglers and Robert Mitchum
HUGH Cornwell left The Stranglers in 1990 and has since released three solo albums. Ahead of his tour to promote his latest release Mayday, Nicola Mostyn talks to Cornwell about solo songs, The Stranglers and Robert Mitchum. You did a book tour about
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Change of direction
FORMER tied financial advisor James Parker has had a change of direction. Mr Parker, aged 64, ran Bradshaw Financial Services in Chorley Old Road, Bolton for about 15 years, dealing with the Allied Dunbar Group. He has now established himself as an independent
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John lands a bumper net
JOHN Blears won last Wednesday's Open on Bradshaw Fisheries Number Four Lodge with a fine net of 65lbs-8ozs of carp taken on the pole. Two shared joint second place as Steve Gibbon and Steve Bradley both caught 19lbs-6ozs. Ricky Felton finished fourth
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Stamp sales
BOLTON Philatelic Society is to hold an all-day stamp auction at the Masonic Hall, Bury and Bolton Road, Radcliffe, on Saturday, November 16, with more than 1,200 lots. Viewing is from 10am and the auction starts at 1pm. Entrance is free.
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Jobs help for disabled
DISABLED people looking for work can receive help at a specialised Job Shop. The shop at Chorley Road, Swinton, aims to help all residents in Salford borough -- including Little Hulton, Walkden and Worsley -- to find employment, regardless of their disability
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Animals find a new home
THE last animal to be re-homed following the closure of Leigh's Lilford Animal Park in March is now happily settled at Heybrook Community Farm in Lowton. Lilford closed following advice from an independent consultant, and revised government guidelines
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Fans demand police probe after match 'coins attack'
POLICE are investigating complaints that Bolton Wanderers' supporters were pelted with coins at their Premiership clash against Birmingham City. Fans have complained to the police that they were "under attack" from rival fans for almost the entire second
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Dancing feet
At a Lancashire Evening for parents at the Hayward Schools, Bolton, in 1967, Mr Henry Whitaker, of Nelson, demonstrated the almost forgotten art of clog dancing.
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Soldier's pride at MBE
A DEDICATED and caring soldier who looks after the welfare of a battalion has been appointed an MBE. Colour Sergeant Bernard Catterall, an ex-resident of Coppull and former pupil of Parklands High School, Chorley, was mentioned on the Queen's Birthday
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Your HERO for next step
STUDENTS having difficulty in deciding which university to apply to can surf the net for information. The Higher Education and Research Opportunities (HERO) is the first Internet site to provide information on all aspects of higher education. Teenagers
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Training unit for problem families
NUISANCE families who struggle to control their children will be given parenting lessons in a pioneering new scheme designed to curb anti-social behaviour. Families will be moved out of their homes and into a residential unit where they will be given
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Mixed reaction to classroom cavalry
GOVERNMENT plans to enlist a highly-trained army of classroom assistants to help reduce teachers' workloads could transform the way schools are run. The sweeping changes, which are part of an 18-month government review, will include a formal career structure
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Book plea over D-Day
PERSONAL stories of D-Day and the Normandy Campaign are being sought from surviving veterans in the Bolton area to be included in "The Normandy Veterans", a book which has so far taken four years to research and plan. Contact Trevor D Betts on 01482 216732
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Connolly rolls back the years
GREAT Britain international Gary Connolly will be aiming to turn the clock back nine years when he runs out against New Zealand on Saturday. The 31-year-old Connolly is one of only three survivors from Britain's last Test victory over the Kiwis, at Central
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Registered blind man fell down the stairs, coroner is told
A MAN registered blind for 40 years was found with severe skull and facial injuries at the bottom of the stairs, a Bolton inquest has been told. Mr Hirji Gangji, aged 80, never regained consciousness and died in intensive care at the Royal Bolton Hospital
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999 youngsters meet the challenge
A TEAM of young people from Bolton have come third in this year's emergency services 999 Challenge. Over the last five months, hundreds of youngsters from all over the region have been put through their paces by the Greater Manchester Police, Fire and
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Judge halts DVT case
THE High Court action for compensation from major airlines by survivors of deep vein thrombosis has been adjourned after the trial judge revealed he owned British Airways shares. Brenda Payne of Taylor Street, Bury, is one of 55 airline passengers, or
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Police search for jewellery owners
POLICE are trying to find the owners of thousands of pounds worth of jewellery discovered during a drugs bust. It was found during an operation to stop dealers operating in Moss Side, Manchester, and is believed to have been stolen. The haul is worth
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Rebecca's new appointment
BOLTON law firm Keoghs has appointed Rebecca Price, aged 25, as a corporate finance lawyer. She specialises in corporate work involving acquisitions and disposals of private limited companies.
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Lawrence uses his loaf to win open match
GREAT Lever AC held an open match at Feniscowles and the bread punch anglers came to the fore. Expert of the 'butty' Lawrence Clayton punched his way into first place with 4lbs-6ozs of silver fish. Second was John Hopkinson, who tried the odd caster along
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Let's be told about the band
CAN I ask for a feature on one of the world's most famous music-making groups -- Wingates Band? For 45 years I have seen that people all over the world have heard of Wingates. While on National Service, I played at the White City Tattoo and met Belgian
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Politics given a sporting chance
THIS picture from 1955, shows a group from the Wagon and Horses pub in Kearsley, outside the Houses of Parliament as guests of their local MP George Tomlinson. They did not go to London simply for that invitation, though -- they were really there to attend
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Happy hours spent at school
I LEFT the Bolton area 22 years ago to live in Blackpool, but still regularly visit my family still there," writes Mrs Vera Craig (nee Morris). "My mouth dropped when I was handed a Bolton Evening News dated October 28 by my brother, containing a photograph
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Midge, the smoking chimp
I KNEW as soon as I asked the question in last Friday's paper that I was in for a bit of fun. The question: "Does anyone remember the cigar-smoking chimp in a van with a straw boater?" Yes, I know what you are thinking, and I also thought it sounded daft
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Scream foils burglary bid
THE friend of owners of a Chinese takeaway foiled burglars when she screamed after seeing a man in the property in broad daylight. The burglar broke into Yu Hing, Kimberley Street, Coppull, at 1pm on Sunday, November 3. The man was going through bedroom
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Plaque for war hero
CHORLEY'S only recipient of the Victoria Cross is to be commemorated in his home town -- 86 years after his death. A plaque is to be unveiled on St Laurence's Parochial School building, Parker Street, where William Mariner, who died on the battlefields
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French lessons fun with stars
HIGH school pupils showed more than a 'passing' interest in the French language when two potential soccer stars of the future dropped by. Jeremy Bon and Gerald Forschelet, both 18, belong to the footballing academy at Premiership club Bolton Wanderers
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Coroner's blast for conmen
CONMEN who stole an elderly couple's savings have been labelled scum and killers by a Coroner who heard that the 74-year-old husband collapsed and died after the theft. Retired engineer Frank Bible, aged 74, suffered a heart attack in front of his wife
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More flights
MANCHESTER Airport has announced extra flights and increased capacity in its winter schedule to Amsterdam and Rotterdam in the Netherlands. Airport managing director John Spooner said: "We have 15 flights a day every Monday to Friday, with another eight
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Communication name of game
UK online for business -- an industry/government partnership -- has produced three free publications to help firms communicate with customers and suppliers. They are: CRM (Customer Relationship Management) and supplying electronically, Extranets and supplying
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Club bowled over if you can help
A ROTARY club is appealing to Bolton Evening News readers for any unwanted bowler hats. The Rotary Club of Turton will take to the streets of Bolton later this month, collecting money for children and senior citizens from their Christmas sleigh, but this
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Moth goes out of its way to land in Bolton
STAFF at a butterfly sanctuary are keeping a close eye on a VIP visitor. An unusual species of moth has just been captured for the first time in Bolton. The Red Sword Grass Moth was spotted by staff at Animal World after becoming caught in the centre's
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Maria has her eyes on movie magic
ART lovers' eyes are firmly focused on Maria Marshall, whose work is creating quite a spectacle in Leigh. She has already found fame in America and Europe by using large-scale video projections to bring together a range of film and digital special effects
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Estate plan for bed factory site
A BED factory will be replaced by a large housing estate if planning permission is granted. George Wimpey in Manchester wants to demolish the former Restawhile Beds factory in Walkden and build 135 houses plus access roads and landscaping, but planning
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Tofting vows to repay Reebok fans
STIG Tofting is determined to play his part in steering Wanderers away from the Premiership drop zone. The Denmark international, linked with a return to his former club AGF Aarhus, has been so impressed with the support he has had from the club that
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It was not McCarthy's fault - Jason
FORMER Wanderers star Jason McAteer claims Republic of Ireland boss Mick McCarthy should not be blamed for his nation's World Cup row. McAteer says the Football Association of Ireland have taken the easy option by accepting McCarthy's decision to quit
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Hospital staff jump to it for heart unit appeal
DAREDEVIL hospital staff flew through the air for the Bolton Coronary Care Appeal when they leapt 14,000ft out of a plane. The have-a-go parachutists staged a sponsored jump which included a scary 10,000ft free fall in tandem with instructors. The event
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Derby duel could be the Maine event
THE Manchester derby is coming and the meeting of Danny Tiatto and Phil Neville is going to be very interesting. Two years ago City's Tiatto hit Neville with a dirty challenge which infuriated the United camp. Phil and fellow United players hit out at
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When the drop means a smaller pay packet
AT last football players are going to be paid what they are worth. The G14 group of Europe's elite clubs have shown fantastic common sense in deciding to give players performance-related pay. It means that players who earn enormous Premiership wages will
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Thinking of plastic
HAVING read the article about the recycling of plastic at the waste centre at Burgh Lane in last week's Citizen, I wondered if it is just the bottles or maybe other plastics, ie. carrier bags, containers of plastic etc, that are sent in. I would be grateful
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Please remember
I write as First Citizen of Chorley to ask for your support for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal. The Remembrance Day ceremonies recognise the efforts and sacrifices made by the Armed Forces so that future generations could enjoy peace and freedom
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Birthday draw
EVERY week, we select a Reader Club member who is celebrating a birthday and send them a £5 gift voucher. This week, the winner is Mr Higginson, who celebrates his birthday on Friday. Congratulations Mr Higginson, we hope you have a lovely birthday. Your
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Butterfly is a colourful treat
THERE won't be a dry eye in the house when the Russian State Opera of Rostov visits The Bridgewater Hall on Monday, November 18 (7.30pm) with their spectacular production of Puccini's Madama Butterfly. Two of the finest singers from the Marinksy Opera
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Baby organ parents offered £5,000
PARENTS affected by the Alder Hey baby organs scandal have been offered compensation of £5,000 each. Health chiefs have proposed an out-of-court settlement of £5 million to be shared between more than 1,000 families. The scandal at the Liverpool hospital
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Coroner blasts conmen after Frank, 74, dies in front of his wife
KILLERS AND SCUM by Paul Britton CONMEN who stole an elderly couple's savings have been labelled scum and killers by a Coroner who heard that the 74-year-old husband collapsed and died after the theft. Retired engineer Frank Bible, aged 74, suffered a
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Join the abseil challenge
DAREDEVILS are being urged to abseil more than 150 feet inside the Manchester Velodrome to raise cash for the RNLI. Adventurous volunteers have to raise £145 in sponsorship for the abseil, which takes place on Saturday, November 23. No experience is necessary
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Club bowled over if you can help
A ROTARY club is appealing to Bolton Evening News readers for any unwanted bowler hats. The Rotary Club of Turton will take to the streets of Bolton later this month, collecting money for children and senior citizens from their Christmas sleigh, but this
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Long term legacy of Games
THE organisation which represents Manchester's financial, professional and business services community expects a long-term legacy from this summer's successful Commonwealth Games in the city. A survey for pro.manchester showed that 80 per cent of those
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Starting out help for young
SMALL Business Minister Nigel Griffiths has launched a new on-line service to help thousands of young people start their own business. Mr Griffiths also outlined £345,000 in funding for business start-up packs for 100,000 budding young business people
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Fur and feather
THE popular Bolton Anglers Fur and Feather Match takes place on November 24 on Bolton Canal. Entry tickets are £6 each and include a pie and peas lunch at the Angling Club. There will also be pools on the day and the draw takes place at 8-30am with fishing
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Seminar on new business districts
THE North-west Development Agency held a seminar to discuss the introduction of Business Improvement Districts in the region. This is a successful regeneration idea which contributes to the economic development of business communities in the United States
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Carp gives John a winter league win
AN 11 pound carp came to the rescue of Neville Gregory in Doe Hey's Sunday winter league match to give him a finishing weight of 11lbs-6ozs. Bob Fearnhead made second place with bits for 4lbs-20zs and was just in front of Paul Johnson on 4lbs-0ozs. Kenny
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Tips on franchising
FRANCHISING is fast becoming the way forward for budding entrepreneurs. Figures show that one-fifth of the 600,000 businesses that start up in the UK every year cease trading in the first year. Franchised firms have a success rate of 90 per cent. In order
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On cue for dinner
SNOOKER'S John Virgo will be on cue for an entertaining evening as guest speaker at The Manufacturers' First Annual Dinner, at the Lowry Hotel, Manchester, on Thursday, November 14. The dinner is being organised by The Manufacturing Institute, The North
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Buy-outs obstacle of Government
SMALL business management buy outs, family successions and sales to new buyers are not being helped by government policy, it is claimed. The importance of the transfer of small businesses is failing to be recognised by the Government, warns the Association
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Region's voters to have their say
NORTH-west voters will soon be given a chance to vote on regional government, it is claimed. The North-west Regional Assembly has been encouraged by reported remarks by Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott that the North-west and the North-east will be
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Factory bosses waver on euro
MORE than half the UK manufacturers who responded to a recent poll remain undecided about the wisdom of joining the single European currency. But it showed that although companies are less impressed by growth opportunities within the EU market, more now
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On this day - November 7
NATIONAL DAY OF RUSSIA 1783: The last public hanging took place at Tyburn - forger John Austin was the last to die there. 1867: Scientific genius Marie Curie was born in Warsaw. She and her husband, Pierre, shared the Nobel Prize for Physics in 1903 and
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November 7
From the Evening News, November 7, 1992 - YOB-rule has forced a Harwood youth centre to close down - and is threatening to kill off another set up specially to cater for the area's bored teenagers. One official says youth leaders are "dismayed and demoralised
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Closure's a real surprise
THE Bolton Evening News has reported that the costs needed to repair leisure centres will be excessive and, therefore, private investment will be required if these repairs are to be carried out. I wonder if, say, Horwich and Farnworth public baths will
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Road scheme such a waste
MY family and I sat and read your report of the proposed new road in last Saturday's Bolton Evening News. What a waste of money! Most of the traffic which used to use Knowsley Street and St George's Road has been re-routed round the town to ease the congestion
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No need for all this bus misery
I READ the Bolton Evening News story Pensioner "ordered off bus". But why was this lady ordered off the bus? Because she had no money in her possession? She obviously took out enough money to pay for the concessionary cost (80p). Maybe the lady didn't
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BY David Crausby, Member of Parliament for Bolton North-east
THE numerous problems that fireworks cause is back with us once again. Gone are the days when fireworks provided a pleasant and exciting visual display. Today's fireworks are designed to generate the loudest noise and bangs possible, the sounds of fireworks
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Get your glad rags on for revival
THOSE of you who remember the Bolton clubs of the 1960s, such as the Beachcomber, Boneyard and La Canva, and the magical music associated with that era, will be glad to hear that Bolton Beat Scene Revival Night No 3 is being held at Bradshaw Cricket Club
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James was in big front line battle of Great War
YOU may recall that on October 22, Bolton-born actor Roger Morlidge told of how hundreds of Bolton soldiers were killed at the 1917 Battle of Passchendaele. Mr Harry Price, of Hillbank Close, Bolton, tells me that his father James Albert Price (1899-1960
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November 5-6
From the Evening News, November 5, 1992 - POLL tax rebel Brian Baxter gave town hall staff a mind bending problem when he paid his £175.75 bill - with 12,680 coins. But they got their own back by refusing to accept 10 Irish one pence pieces given to him
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November 7
From the Evening News, November 7, 1992 - YOB-rule has forced a Harwood youth centre to close down - and is threatening to kill off another set up specially to cater for the area's bored teenagers. One official says youth leaders are "dismayed and demoralised
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England stunned by Aussie blast
ENGLAND'S hopes of ending 15 years of Ashes disappointment were shattered on the opening day of the series after Glamorgan fast bowler Simon Jones suffered a serious injury and Australia piled up an imposing total after winning the toss. The hosts finished
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Firm brings 120 new jobs
JOBS will be created when a manufacturing firm relocates to the borough. Porter Lancastrian is transferring its Bolton and Bamber Bridge operations to new headquarters at the Lower Healey Works site, Chorley. It will mean the transfer of 120 jobs to the
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Accident is 'inevitable'
AN ex-ambulanceman has warned a dangerous crossroads is an 'accident waiting to happen'. Thomas Griffiths, 62, uses the junction of The Green, Doctors Lane and Lawrences Lane, Eccleston, every day. But Mr Griffiths, who served for Lancashire's and Merseyside's
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TV buff's a help at old halls
THE future of a dilapidated old hall looks brighter after a television historian was drafted in to renovate it. Buckshaw Hall, on the site of the former Royal Ordnance Factory, Euxton, is in a state of disrepair -- as highlighted in The Citizen last week
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Massage parlour is not a 'brothel'
POLICE say they are legally powerless to shut down a controversial 'massage parlour' in Chorley. The admission comes after a Citizen investigation revealed how the business in a town centre flat advertises ladies 18-50 years old, offering a 'warm welcome
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What's on TV on Thursday and Friday
CRICKET: Australia v England, day one of the first Ashes Test from Brisbane - Sky Sports 2 2330. SOCCER: CIS Insurance Cup quarter-final, Dunfermline v Rangers - Five 1935. GOLF: Volvo Masters from Valderrama - Sky Sports 1 1300. TENNIS: WTA Tour Championships
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What the papers are saying on Thursday
THE SUN: Spanish giants Barcelona are lining up a shock move to snatch Sven-Goran Eriksson from England. DAILY MIRROR: Terry Venables and Glenn Roeder are under immense pressure after Leeds and West Ham suffered humiliating Worthington Cup exits last
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Armstrong staying at Reebok?
FORMER Spurs striker Chris Armstrong, who has been linked with a move to Bradford, has been told he could still have a future at the Reebok.
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Facey loan option
DELROY Facey, the 22-year-old striker, signed from Huddersfield in the summer, is considering an offer to join First Division Bradford City on loan but the deal has still to be agreed. Facey has figured in recent reserve team games for Wanderers after
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This winner makes Lotto a loser
THIS picture demonstrates everything that is wrong with the National Lottery. Michael Carroll -- an unemployed 19-year-old joyrider with an electronic ankle tag -- has won more than £9 million. He can't buy a car with it because he's banned from driving
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Branching out
BOLTON and District Hospital Saturday has announced that it is to take over responsibility for the Crewe-based Hospital Contributory Scheme. Hospital Saturday, which is based in Silverwell Street, is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year.
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United Nations pupil power . . .
BOLTON sixth-formers became world leaders for a day when they formed their own version of the United Nations. They gathered in Bolton Town Hall's main council chamber to debate some of the hottest topics on the planet. The debate was organised by the
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Students shoot video for hospice
STUDENTS have shown off their film making expertise at the same time as helping a charity recruit more fundraisers. A group of pupils from Turton High School have produced a 15-minute long promotional video for Bolton Hospice thanks to the impressive
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Joint site for school would boost links
PLANS have been drawn up to re-house Firwood Special School on Withins Secondary School site in Breightmet. It will mean that Firwood pupils would benefit from using facilities at Withins School in Newby Road. A similar plan has already worked successfully
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Hi-tech answer for youngsters who have to stay at home
SCHOOLDAYS are supposed to be the happiest of our lives, but for some youngsters the thought of simply setting foot in a school is enough to make them physically sick. But thanks to the Internet and a hi-tech computer system, children who might have regularly
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Wildlife helpers
TWO events organised by Bolton members of the Worldwide Fund for Nature have raised more than £1,300. A charity sale in Victoria Square brought in £348.38 and a walk for wildlife around the Jumbles reservoir in Bradshaw raised £1,000. Anyone interested
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Fun in a Ferrari
YOU can sample life as a racing driver at a Bolton petrol station tomorrow (Friday). A full-size replica of Michael Schumacher's famous Ferrari will be parked at the Kay Steet garage, at the end of St Peter's Way, from 11.30am to 6.30pm, as part of a
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Man on grievous harm charge
A MAN accused of inflicting grievous bodily harm has been remanded in custody until next Wednesday by Bury magistrates. Lee Kirwan, aged 21, from Oak Lane, Whitefield, is alleged to have carried out the attack on Derek Hay in Whitefield in September last
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The search is on for 'best of Bolton'
NOMINATIONS are being invited for the Bolton & District Civic Trust awards. Entries, preferably with a photograph, should be submitted by November 30. Traditionally, new or restored buildings have won previous awards but entries for outstanding landscaping
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Games treasures up for auction
UNIQUE pieces of Commonwealth Games memorabilia -- which adorned lampposts throughout Bolton -- are being sold off to raise money for charity by Bolton's mayor, Cllr John Walsh. All money raised will go to the Mayor's Charity Appeal for the Coronary Care
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Man, 44, found dead face down on duvet
A MAN who suffered from severe depression and had physical and learning disabilities was found face down on a duvet at a social services residential home in Bolton. An inquest heard that Roy Clarke, aged 44, died suddenly from natural causes. It is believed
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Omega Trio - the missing link
On Tuesday I told you about the Omega Trio, a local balancing act in the days of variety. The last remaining member is Mr Bert Yates, of Cromer Avenue, Tonge Moor, and as I said in the story, after the group had broken up, he took evening classes in physical
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Resolve to fight for homes
CHORLEY Borough Council will fight on to keep its care homes open despite another local authority dropping out of the team determined to stop closure plans. Ribble Valley Council has pulled out of the team of authorities who are pursuing a judicial review
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James was in big front line battle of Great War
YOU may recall that on October 22, Bolton-born actor Roger Morlidge told of how hundreds of Bolton soldiers were killed at the 1917 Battle of Passchendaele. Mr Harry Price, of Hillbank Close, Bolton, tells me that his father James Albert Price (1899-1960
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A Brum way to treat the customers
BIRMINGHAM City continued their disgusting denegration of the world outside England's second city last weekend. Following their description of Bolton in the previous game's official programme as a grim town full of Mancunians they had a cheap and nasty
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Fans will always have the last word
WIMBLEDON have nobody to blame but themselves for turning their stadium into a ghost town. Just 400 of their fans turned up for their Worthington Cup tie against Rotherham which attracted a pitiful crowd of 664 on Tuesday night. This in the wake of a
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Horses and dogs draw in crowds at Harwood Show
When I recently printed in the 50 Years Ago section a story about Harwood Show, it brought from Turton historian Jim Francis, of Old Ned's Farm, Bradshaw, these pictures taken many years ago. One of them shows the sheepdog trials in 1936, another the
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It's written in the stars BY NICOLA MOSTYN
I NOTICED a little while ago that a programme called The Psychic Show had crept on to daytime TV. Not the least alarming thing about this was that the show wasn't even on Channel Five (which we could forgive because, as its adverts illustrate, Channel
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The search is on for 'best of Bolton'
NOMINATIONS are being invited for the Bolton & District Civic Trust awards. Entries, preferably with a photograph, should be submitted by November 30. Traditionally, new or restored buildings have won previous awards but entries for outstanding landscaping
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Common sense before letter of law
A WORD of sympathy for Mr Greg Hall (Citizen letters last week). There seems to be an increasing trend in all walks of life to quote the rule book and demonstrate inability or unwillingness to apply common sense and discretion. This is bad enough in industry
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Butterfly is a
colourful treat THERE won't be a dry eye in the house when the Russian State Opera of Rostov visits The Bridgewater Hall on Monday, November 18 (7.30pm) with their spectacular production of Puccini's Madama Butterfly. Two of the finest singers from the
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Shakers suffer as midfield ace faces lengthy absence
SHAKERS are counting the cost of their 3-1 third round Worthington Cup defeat at Fulham with key midfielder Terry Dunfield facing a lengthy injury lay-off. The Manchester City youngster, who has been impressive during his loan spell with the Shakers,
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A visit to your GP that should not be missed
Almost 15 per cent of women in Bolton are not taking up their appointments for cervical smear tests. CLARISSA SATCHELL looks at the importance of not putting off that visit to the clinic DELAYING an appointment at the doctor's is something many of us
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Rangers prove a big hit
RANGER patrols and CCTV cameras are being introduced at a Chorley golf course in a bid to stamp out crime. Chorley Borough Council, which runs Duxbury Park golf course, announced the measures this week. Described as the best "pay and play" golf course
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Wave machine tunes in
HOLIDAYMAKERS can now sing "I do like to be beside the seaside" -- to an organ that plays along with the tide. The High Tide Organ is the latest piece of artwork to be installed as part of an outdoor exhibition organised by Blackpool Borough Council.
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Bon Jovi bounces in for stadium gig
BON Jovi are coming to the North-west next summer for one of the biggest one-night concerts the region has ever seen. The rockers will play Manchester United's Old Trafford football ground on Thursday, June 26 -- tickets go on sale this Saturday. But
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Seized drugs shown at trial
TWO large bags of cannabis were produced during the trial of a gang of alleged international drug smugglers. The cannabis, clearly visible through plastic bags, was seized when two men were arrested in a cul-de-sac by a police team, the jury at Bolton
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Cameras will help child spies trap shopkeepers
CHILD spies wired with hidden cameras will trap shopkeepers who illegally sell fireworks and alcohol, if council plans get the go-ahead. Bolton Council has been using teenagers aged 14 and 15 for the last few years to test traders reported to be selling
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Falklands enemies raise glass to peace
THEY were bitter enemies during the Falklands War. Now they are united in a new battle to help thousands of war veterans finally lay their ghosts to rest. The paths of Les Standish and Argentinian Alejandro Vidlea first met when Mr Standish was in charge
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Why local dialect is reet gradely
DICTIONARY publishers Collins are keen to hear from people around the country about regional dialect. They want to include much-used local words and phrases in a new edition. But, how could Bolton residents contribute? And is dialect still important in
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Double tonic for Haydock Park jump showpiece
THE most prestigious race of Haydock Park's National Hunt season is getting two major boosts. There is a new sponsorfor the race previously known as the Greenalls Grand National Trial and the De Vere Gold Cup, which will now be called the Halewood International's
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Jobs help for disabled
DISABLED people looking for work can receive help at a specialised Job Shop. The shop at Chorley Road, Swinton, aims to help all residents in Salford borough -- including Little Hulton, Walkden and Worsley -- to find employment, regardless of their disability
