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Train services across the north to increase under plans
TransPennine Express (TPE) will run trains across the Pennines every 15 minutes. This comes as the operator is set to reinstate four trains per hour between Manchester and Leeds, providing 'frequent and faster' services on the core routes.
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Scheme to transform semi into eight bedroom shared house
A semi-detached family home could be set to be transformed into a shared house for as many as eight people. This comes after plans were made to Bolton Council to transform the house on Briarfield Road in Farnworth into an eight-bedroom house in
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Nursing team at care village recognised at awards ceremony
The nurses at Belong Atherton care village have been 'highly commended' at the Great North West Care Awards. The eight-strong group of professionals were recognised for their 'passion, dedication, and performance' in their work, and received The
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Welcome to the Bolton News Education Awards 2024
It's that time of year again! Each year, The Bolton News holds its Education Awards, where we recognise the best and brightest of schools, nurseries and colleges across the borough. On November 13, our team toured around the town to present
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Top-rated primary school in 'final stages' ahead of move to permanent home
One of Bolton’s top-rated primary schools is on track to move to its new permanent home within two years. The Olive School is currently based in office premises on Waterloo Street on the outskirts of the town centre, having opened in 2016.
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Special event at Bolton pub to celebrate very special anniversary
A Bolton open mic night is set to celebrate its 30th anniversary. The Buskers Ball, which is believed to be 'arguably the first open mic night in the North West', will mark the occasion with a special event at Prince Billy's on Bradshawgate on
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"It’s all about the reaction now" - Collins wants a better mindset at Wanderers
AARON Collins hopes to help Wanderers begin “putting things right” in League One, starting with Saturday’s visit from Blackpool. The Welsh striker gave his own confidence a boost with two goals against Fleetwood in the Bristol Street Motors Trophy
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Construction completed on 98 homes at Bolton development
Construction has been completed on 98 homes at a Bolton development. Jones Homes started work on the two schemes at The Grange and Sanctuary at Last Drop Village in Bromley Cross in 2022. The company has now announced that all of the homes
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Charity ball featuring famous faces raises more than £1.2 million
A charity ball in Manchester has raised more than £1.2 million. The sixth Michael Josephson MBE Charity Ball recently took place and raised £1,204,488.78. The event, which is held annually, raises money for children's and youth charities across
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Homeowner shocked after shed vanishes from back garden
A homeowner was left in shock when she discovered her shed had vanished from her back garden. Leah, 27, bought the two-bedroom property in Bolton, Greater Manchester, two years ago. Leah was visiting the house to oversee the renovations ahead
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Bolton business which appeared on hit show catches eye of popular band
A Bolton-based business is once again enjoying the sweet smell of success after being 'signed up' by band Blossoms. Neon Creations gained national attention after appearing on the hit BBC David & Jay Touring Toolshed. Recently it was enlisted
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Powerful school production explores the dangers of underage drinking
A powerful production is bring home the stark facts of underage drinking. Smashed, an international educational theatre production by Collingwood Learning and supported by Diageo, is visiting schools throughout Greater Manchester. The programme
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Manchester Airport issues passenger guide for snow and icy conditions
Manchester Airport is preparing for snow and ice as temperatures drop and it’s shared some guidance for those who will be travelling soon. Colder weather, particularly snow and ice, can cause disruptions for all travel networks, but the airport
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Popular chippy named 'one of England's best' due to 'personal touch'
A town centre chippy has been named 'one of the best in the country' at an awards ceremony over the weekend. Bolton's Olympus Fish and Chip Restaurant, Great Moor Street, started off in 1960 as a small fish bar but now occupies 14 units. England's
