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Stabbed airman fights for life
A BOLTON dad flew out to Cyprus today to be at the bedside of his serviceman son who is seriously ill after being stabbed. The RAF arranged a flight for Adrian Sweeney, aged 52, after his son Christopher had been wounded in the stomach during a night
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Have say on the future of mental health services
THE people of Bolton are being urged to have their say over the future shape of mental health services. Service users, carers, relatives and providers are being asked to attend a meeting which is being chaired by the BEN's Woman of the Year Margaret Willis
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Bus lane plan side tracked
COUNCILLORS have delayed a decision on whether to implement a new bus lane on Newbrook Road, Over Hulton following objections from local residents. Highways chiefs are proposing to introduce a morning peak-hour-only bus lane and a loading ban on the busy
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Holiday thanks
SIR: Can we extend our sincere thanks to the BEN for the prize won through a competition in your newspaper. The short break holiday at the Carlton Lodge Hotel in Helmsley, North Yorkshire, proved to be a most enjoyable experience. The hotel, food and
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Jasper's safe now
SIR: Please could you thank all the people involved in rescuing our dog on Scout Road on May 20, especially the very nice couple who brought him home and would accept nothing more than our thanks. The whole family sends their most heartfelt best wishes
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School shows
SIR: I am trying to get in touch with former pupils of Castle Hill High School for Girls or Castle High School for Boys who left the above schools in the summer of 1996, particularly any former pupils or teachers who were in the school productions of
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I'll be there
SIR: On reading in your newspaper, that there is a possibility Thin Lizzy could be playing the Albert Halls this summer. I would just like to say a great big, definite "yes" to the suggestion. I have been a Lizzy fan since the age of 14, and had the privilege
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Park loos were so appalling
SIR: On Sunday May 24, I visited Moss Bank Park with my grand-daughter. Like all small children she wished to visit the toilet. I was absolutely appalled at the condition they were in. The Park is obviously a very popular venue, and caters well for children
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Half-century for NHS
SIR: Many of your readers will be aware that this year marks the 50th Anniversary of the NHS. To commemorate that milestone I am producing a booklet to record the experiences of staff and patients on the NHS. There is no particular theme to the publication
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Reunion in the States
SIR: On June 2, former students of Bolton School (Boys/Girls) will be having the first reunion for those of us living in the United States; an historic event to be held at the Harvard Club, New York City. We are all thrilled to welcome the head teacher
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Canal boat sailor search called off
THE search for an elderly Bolton man missing for three days in the North Sea on a home-made canal boat has been called off. Coastguard patrols from the North-west, the Isle of Man and the Irish Republic have searched 25 nautical miles of the sea but there
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Work tests for disabled are branded 'humiliating'
TESTS aimed at getting disabled people into work have been slammed as "humiliating and degrading." Terence Slack, of Prince's Avenue, Astley, suffers a nervous disorder which means he has difficulty maintaining his concentration and has been out of work
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Reebok move suits taylor
BOB Taylor is ready to follow his heart and join Wanderers in their quest to bounce back into the Premiership. The West Brom striker, who revived his career with two headline-grabbing loan spells at the Reebok last season, is available on a free transfer
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Unions slam college 'incompetence'
UNION bosses at Bolton College are contacting the town's three MPs with evidence of alleged "management failures." NATFHE - the National Association of Teachers in Further and Higher Education - claims "management incompetence" has played a large part
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From the BEN files
25 YEARS AGO From the Evening News, May 30, 1973 LIEUT Mark Phillips, the soldier and daring horseman, admitted today that he was 'petrified' when he asked Prince Philip for his daughter's hand. He said this as he strolled with Princess Anne on the lawns
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Daily poem
Too many children are dying Children dying too soon Yet while these children are dying Men just fly off round the moon. There's never enough money for research Into cancer, a fatal disease, But just mention the moon - they'll change their tune They'll
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Date with the oldest singers in town!
IT was their chance to appear on stage at Bolton's prestigious Albert Halls and the town's senior citizens rose to the occasion magnificently. Eighteen contestants took part in the local heat of the Whitbread Whitbread Senior Citizens Talent Contest and
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Stan's still the man for Bury
BURY chairman Terry Robinson is drawing up plans for next season, which include Stan Ternent as manager and Sam Ellis as his trusted assistant. The Gigg Lane chief expects to keep his management team, despite widespread but wide-of-the-mark rumour that
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BAe job fortunes are set to rocket!
AN £800 million missile bid which would provide a major boost to the future of Matra BAe Dynamics plant in Lostock has finally been submitted to the Ministry of Defence. Six companies which form part of a European consortium bidding for the Beyond Visual
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Seafaring session
SIR: The King George Fund for Sailors, is trying to contact and bring together, all seafarers past and present and other ex-service personnel and their families and friends to our weekend celebrations to be held at Bridlington on the weekend of July 17
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Looking for Ken
SIR: I, Mrs Mary Ann McKeddie of Balloch, Alexandria, Scotland am trying to find Mr 'Ken' from the Bolton area following a recent acquaintance. Surname and address required. Thank you for your help. M A McKeddie Rose Bank Cottage Lochside, Balloch Alexandra
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Thin Lizzy would be welcome here
SIR: I was so pleased to read your article on Thin Lizzy recently, as only the previous day I had a long conversation with Brian Robertson, ex-guitarist of Thin Lizzy. Several weeks ago, I spent hours in the dressing room at the Thin Lizzy 98 Convention
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Cycle for charity
SIR: Cyclists across England will have the chance to test their stamina while raising much needed funds for charity thanks to a 250-mile cycle expedition through the Jordanian desert. The trip is being organised by United Response, a charity that helps
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Pulling out the stops for lollipops
By Dave Toomer HIGHWAYS chiefs say they are making progress in recruiting school crossing patrols. Councillors at a highways sub committee were told there are seven lollipop men and women poised to take up posts after police checks. As reported in the
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Ceremony to mark £1.8m development
A GROUND-breaking ceremony marking the start of a £1.8 million Bolton housing scheme takes place on Monday. Work will officially get under way on the residential development, Kensington Court, when housing chiefs meet construction bosses for the ceremony
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Business Ventures check out £17,500
BOLTON Business Ventures has received a £17,500 cheque as part of a sponsorship package from Bolton Council. Handing over the cheque, Chairman of Bolton Council's Planning and Environment Committee, Chairman Cllr Jack Foster, said: "BBV is an integral
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North West Water slammed over rebate reduction
WATER watchdog Ofwat is calling on United Utilities to share efficiency savings after news of its increased profits. The North West Water owners have announced higher profits and an increased dividend to shareholders. Ofwat say this comes just weeks after
