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Glasses rescue got me home...
PEOPLE are quick enough to criticise unfriendly and unhelpful staff in large stores. But I would like to thank the Customer Service and Welcome staff who were on duty at the Asda store on Middlebrook Plaza, Horwich, on Monday night, November 5, who were
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Guilt lies with these men
WITH regard to the tragic murder of teenage prostitute Carly Bateman. From the report, we learn that Carly used prostitution as a means of funding her drug habit. I would guess there are many other young kids out there on the streets of Bolton doing the
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Great victory and deafening silence
I AM writing to congratulate our victorious allies, the Northern Alliance, in their defeat of the Taliban forces at Mazar-e-Sharif. I am also writing because of the deafening silence greeting such a victory. This victory freed thousands of men, women
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Suffering of Carly's parents
FIRSTLY I would like to send my sincere condolences to the family of Carly Bateman. I can't even begin to imagine the suffering that these parents, and indeed any parents who lose a child, especially in such tragic circumstances, must go through. It seems
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Christmas is definitely 'a coming'
BY the time you read this Bolton town centre will have already switched on the Christmas lights. Although at the time of writing this has yet to happen, the event promises to be as popular as ever, and I am sure that all of you who turned out last night
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CLAMPDOWN on violent hospital patients
VIOLENT and abusive patients will no longer be treated by the NHS under guidelines published this month. Health Secretary Alan Milburn has given the go-ahead for Preston hospital staff to deny patients treatment if they attack staff. Bosses at the Royal
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Sarah and Natalie dance to victory
IT was the turn of the teenagers and adults this week in the latest round of the Pines Citizen Talent Contest. Dancers and singers tapped the boards in their bid to win a chance to sing alongside local soul star Stephen Bayliss in a special evening of
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Newsreaders needed for Chorley radio station
ARE there any budding Trevor McDonalds or Kirsty Youngs out there? Chorley's exciting new radio station is giving local people a wonderful opportunity to break into broadcasting as newsreaders. Chorley FM relaunches this Sunday for a month-long stint
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Views from Chorley MP Lindsay Hoyle
Chorley is officially online following the opening of the UK Online centre in the Lord Street Community Centre. The centre aims to provide people with free access to computers and the internet. It has been established with government funding in partnership
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Secret life of the teenagers trapped in a world of vice
MURDERED teenager Carly Bateman was just one of a dozen teenage prostitutes who regularly sold sex on the streets of Bolton. The 17-year-old became embroiled in the seedy world of vice two years ago to fund her heroin addiction. But drugs is not the only
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Whites stand by home fans
WANDERERS have no plans to hand over the entire South Stand at the Reebok to visiting fans. Flare-ups at the recent Premiership clash with Everton were caused when visitors, who missed out on the 3,000 ticket allocation for the away section of the ground
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A Knight to remember: The Ipswich view
STEVE Mellen East Anglian Daily Times Sports Editor, and an unashamed Ipswich fan, gives a different version of events Bolton may curse but it was a magical night for us FOR the neutral it was a superb exhibition of breathless, non-stop attacking football
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A Knight to remember: The Bolton view
BEN Chief Soccer Writer Gordon Sharrock reflects on a match that was unforgettable - for the wrong reasons. Ref could have done untold damage - Sam HE was and still is the man Bolton fans love to hate. On the night of Wednesday, May 17 last year Wanderers
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Sam signs new keeper
SAM Allardyce has signed Finnish international goalkeeper Jani Viander on a three month loan. The 26-year-old keeper was signed from HJK Helsinki and goes straight into the Wanderers squad for Sunday's game at Ipswich as cover for Jussi Jaaskelainen and
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Whites stand by home fans
WANDERERS have no plans to hand over the entire South Stand at the Reebok to visiting fans. Flare-ups at the recent Premiership clash with Everton were caused when visitors, who missed out on the 3,000 ticket allocation for the away section of the ground
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LETTER: Vulnerable teenage girls
CARLY Bateman, a 17-year-old in the "care" of Bolton Social Services, started a life of prostitution at the age of 16, and was murdered at 17. Within hours of her murder, the Bolton Evening News revealed that "about a dozen girls between 13 and 17 are
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Secret life of the teenagers trapped in a world of vice
MURDERED teenager Carly Bateman was just one of a dozen teenage prostitutes who regularly sold sex on the streets of Bolton. The 17-year-old became embroiled in the seedy world of vice two years ago to fund her heroin addiction. But drugs is not the only
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Archivist grant
A BURY-based volunteer archivist assistant has landed a grant to work on an exhibition in Rydale. Roger Dowson, from the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers' museum, has been awarded £2,740 from the Sharing Museum Skills Millennium Awards.
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War demo trip invitation
ANTI-war demonstrators from Bolton are selling coach tickets for a trip to London where a large demonstration will be held on November 18. Anyone is welcome to attend the weekly meetings to discuss the war in Afghanistan which are held at the Socialist
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Man in fall horror
A MAN was rescued after falling down a 30 foot embankment. The man, who has not been named, made an emergency call from his mobile phone at 4.55am today. He had slipped down a path near Manchester Road at the back of the Remploy factory. A police helicopter
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Epilepsy service
A NEW epilepsy service will start in Bolton next week, giving advice to sufferers, families and their carers. Weekly information sessions will be held each Monday in the outpatients department at the Royal Bolton Hospital from 9.30am to 12.30pm. The sessions
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Top of the Jobcentres
WESTHOUGHTON jobseekers receive the best level of customer service anywhere in the North West, according to an official assessment. An independent consumer research company has named the Jobcentre on Market Street as the top performing centre of all the
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Weaving magic
THE Houghton Weavers stage their annual Christmas show in Bolton next month -- with a little help from Pat the Builder! The North-west folk favourites will play at several venues around the region, and are at Bolton's Octagon Theatre on December 10 and
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Silence is golden at Asda
KEEPING silent in a supermarket is no mean feat -- but that's exactly what Michael Bateman will be attempting today. The checkout assistant is on a sponsored silence until 10pm. And to ensure he is not forced to speak, the staff at Asda, in Astley Bridge
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Dealing with stress
FAMILY arguments, crowded shops and money worries are some of the main causes of stress at Christmas. Now Bolton Community College has come up with a new course to help people cope. "Understanding Stress and Anxiety" is a ten-week course starting on Monday
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Motorist refused bail
A MOTORIST who allegedly drove off after knocking down and fatally injuring Little Hulton teenager Lynsey Thornton was refused bail by magistrates in Manchester. Richard Davies, aged 24, of Hulme, was accused of causing the death of 19-year-old Miss Thornton
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Sam signs new keeper
SAM Allardyce has signed Finnish international goalkeeper Jani Viander on a three month loan. The 26-year-old keeper was signed from HJK Helsinki and goes straight into the Wanderers squad for Sunday's game at Ipswich as cover for Jussi Jaaskelainen and
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Raising cash child's play
RAISING money for charity proved child's play for youngsters at Ladybridge Primary School, Bolton. The pupils played sponsored games after storytime bringing in over £600 for the Children's Hospitals Appeal Trust. The Trust is currently funding a parental
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Scrap firm mum inquest opens
AN inquest has been opened into the death of a member of a Radcliffe scrap metal merchant family who was admitted to hospital after it was believed she had taken various drugs prescribed for herself and her husband. Bury District Coroner Barrie Williams
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Nolan injury scare
KEVIN Nolan gave Wanderers a scare when he limped out of training with a foot injury on Wednesday. But early checks suggest the powerful young midfielder will be available for Sunday's Sky TV Premiership showpiece game at Ipswich. "We don't envisage it
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Deane set to go green thanks to plans for new community house
IT PROMISES to be a green Christmas for community groups in Deane with plans for new community house. The Green House project will be a new base set up for residents to use with office space, drop-in facilities, training rooms and other services for their
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Cyclist in airlift drama
A MAN is recovering in hospital with a badly broken leg after falling from his mountain bike while cycling on moorland at Rivington. Ian McCellon, aged 23, of Wheelton, was taken to the Royal Preston Hospital by air ambulance following the fall near the
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Pitch perfect for RL - Sam
GREAT Britain and Australia will do battle in the Rugby League Second Test at the Reebok with Sam Allardyce's blessing. The Wanderers' boss is confident the pitch, which has been re-turfed and relaid this year after coming in for criticism after staging
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Man died after working with asbestos
A 50-YEAR-OLD man died after developing a tumour on his lungs which is likely to have been caused by his job working with asbestos. An inquest heard how Geoffrey Wilde, of Wigan Road, Westhoughton, died in August. The father-of-two had been exposed to
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Flame of hope for loved ones
BOLTON Parish Church will have its grounds bathed in candlelight during a Candles of Hope evening in aid of the Bolton Busting Breast Cancer Campaign. By lighting a candle on the grass, family and friends of cancer sufferers are given the opportunity
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Staff spice up fund-raising
CHILDREN In Need fever has hit town -- complete with fund-raising activities, fancy dress and even the odd Elvis impersonation. Transco office worker Shobna Mistry and her friends became "Spice Girls" for the day by tempting their colleagues with some
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LETTER: Suffering of Carly's parents
FIRSTLY I would like to send my sincere condolences to the family of Carly Bateman. I can't even begin to imagine the suffering that these parents, and indeed any parents who lose a child, especially in such tragic circumstances, must go through. It seems
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Straight from the Horses Mouth by Fred Done
WHO would have thought it! Rugby upstaging football last weekend. Two magnificent performances saw Australia beaten twice in as many days, as the England Rugby Union and Great Britain Rugby League sides did us proud. I was offering 12/1 for the rugby
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Straight from the Horses Mouth by Fred Done
WHO would have thought it! Rugby upstaging football last weekend. Two magnificent performances saw Australia beaten twice in as many days, as the England Rugby Union and Great Britain Rugby League sides did us proud. I was offering 12/1 for the rugby
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KARAOKE VENUES
ANCHOR INN, Bolton. Friday and Saturday. BARNSTORMERS, Lostock Lane, Horwich. Dave's Cabaret Karaoke and late bar. Every Saturday. Starts 8pm. BEEHIVE, Horwich. Karaoke with free draw for all singers and a prize of a gallon of beer. Every Tuesday. Starts
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CONCERTS
THE RIVINGTON AND ADLINGTON BRASS BAND will be giving a concert in St Catherine's Parish Church, Richmond Street, Horwich on Friday November 23 at 7.30pm. Programmes £3.50 available from Fancy That, Winter Hey Lane, Horwich or pay on the door. They perform
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CRAFTS
VICTORIAN CRAFT FAIR on Saturday November 24 from 10am-2pm at Horwich Resource Centre on Beaumont Road, Admission 30p. THE BOLTON BRANCH of the Embroiderer's Guild meet in Annexe B at Clarence Street Community Education Centre and welcomes anyone interested
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MUSIC AND DANCE VENUES
ADLINGTON COMMUNITY CENTRE Non-stop Line dancing on Saturday December 8, 7.30-late. Tickets £3.50 or £4 on the door. Details 01204 655695. TONGE CRICKET CLUB, Crompton Way. Line Dancing. Every Wednesday. Starts 8pm. WALKDEN BRITISH LEGION -- Line dancing
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LIVE MUSIC VENUES AND EVENTS
LOSTOCK ARMS, Lostock Junction Lane, Lostock -- Seven piece Salsa Band, 8.30pm, Monday November 19, free admission. Pop-rock and Blues band Jericho, 8.30pm, Saturday November 17, free admission. Buskers Ball every Monday 8.30pm, admission free, musicians
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GALLERIES AND EXHIBITIONS
BOLTON MUSEUM, ART GALLERY AND AQUARIUM. Lubaina Himid recounts anecdotes and stories about Farnworth, runs until December 1. Lancashire and Cheshire Woodcarvers exhibit new work with a variety of styles using a range of traditional and contemporary techniques
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CSA almost drove dad to suicide
A CHORLEY man has told how he was driven to the brink of suicide after the Child Support Agency (CSA) bungled his payments leaving him more than £6,000 in arrears. Dennis Rostron, 38, of Lakeland Gardens, was told by the CSA in April last year that he
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459 house plan to regenerate tip sites
HUNDREDS of jobs, 459 houses, shops, a pub and possibly a police station are earmarked for land alongside the Leigh-Atherton bypass. The plan for the Atherton end of Atherleigh Way has been drawn up by Midlands-based Black Country Properties Ltd (BCP)
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Bolton lights up for Christmas
BOLTON was all aglow last night as hundreds of people packed into the town centre to see a spectacular Christmas lights switch on. And the showcase event has already been celebrated as one of the largest of its kind ever to be seen in the town. Crowds
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Husband gets £140,000 for doctors' DVT failure
KEARSLEY mum Pamela Husband should still be alive today according to her devastated partner, who was awarded £140,000 from the GPs who failed to spot that she had a fatal deep vein thrombosis. The local businesswoman, whose daughter went to Canon Slade
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Keep attacks going: Wright
CHORLEY boss Ken Wright is asking for the side to be more positive up front after a good attacking display against Leigh RMI in the Lancashire FA Marsden Cup on Tuesday. The side have struggled to score goals in the UniBond First Division but against
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Leniency to these criminals is wrong
REFERRING to my letter in which I said "it isn't the law that's an ass, it's those who make the laws who are donkeys," Malcolm Bristow points out that the people who make the laws are the MPs we elect into office. Well, of course, Malcolm is right. But
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Vulnerable teenage girls
CARLY Bateman, a 17-year-old in the "care" of Bolton Social Services, started a life of prostitution at the age of 16, and was murdered at 17. Within hours of her murder, the Bolton Evening News revealed that "about a dozen girls between 13 and 17 are
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Chorley pays tribute for Remembrance Day
THE people of Chorley turned out in their hundreds last weekend to pay their respects to the ex-servicemen and women who lost their lives fighting in past conflicts. Around 200 members of the public gathered along the route of a procession which included
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Blast from the past in ballroom
AS instruments go, Chorley has just the thing for playing out the notes of nostalgia -- a classic 1938 vintage Compton organ which graces the Lancastrian Ballroom at the Town Hall. But sadly this music maker, containing more than 700 pipes and bellows
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Tragic end to night out
A NIGHT out ended in tragedy when a teenager was killed in a road accident at the weekend. Michael Purtill, 19, of Five Acres Farm, Dawbers Lane, Euxton, had been out to celebrate a friend's birthday when the accident happened at 3am on Saturday morning
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Pensioner has to wait for grant
CHORLEY MP Lindsay Hoyle has moved in to help a pensioner who applied for a heating grant. The woman, who does not want to be named, called a freefone number printed in last week's Citizen to ask about the Warm Front grants. She was dismayed to be told
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Chorley author's 'Rebellious' new book
A FORMER Chorley teacher has used his experiences of local history and heritage as the basis for a children's adventure story. Gerald Rigby, formerly of Stump Lane, Chorley, got the inspiration for his book The Ring to Rebellion from walking around Lancashire
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Moors body: Man in court on murder charge
A 36-YEAR-OLD man from Bolton has been charged with murder following the discovery of a man's badly burnt body on moorland. Tasawar Hussain, from Bromwich Street, The Haulgh, appeared before Bolton magistrates today. He was arrested by detectives on Tuesday
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Estate zone 10mph speed limit plans
SPEED limits could drop to just 10 miles per hour on some Bolton roads in an effort to transform them into pedestrian-friendly zones. Bolton Council is one of a small group of local authorities earmarked to be at the forefront of a pilot scheme, called
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Straight from the Horses Mouth by Fred Done
WHO would have thought it! Rugby upstaging football last weekend. Two magnificent performances saw Australia beaten twice in as many days, as the England Rugby Union and Great Britain Rugby League sides did us proud. I was offering 12/1 for the rugby
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Sam's new blast at Barry Knight
SAM Allardyce opened old wounds today when he claimed top flight referee Barry Knight cost him two of his most treasured young talents. The Reebok boss, who launched a scathing attack on the Orpington official for his handling of the play-off semi-final
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On-line rescues
BOLTON Mountain Rescue Team can now be reached on-line. The website provides information on the type of rescues the team carries out and how to become a member. The website address is www.boltonmrt.org.uk
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Housing forum
BURY Housing Forum will hold its next meeting on Thursday, November 22, beginning at 9.15am in the Elizabethan Suite at Bury Town Hall. Anyone wishing to attend the meeting should call Kay Johnson in advance on 0161 253 5533.
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Aussie teenager on trial
WANDERERS are giviing a trial to 19-year-old Australian striker Andreas Oliveira, who helped Perth SC win the treble last season.
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Girl,10, injured by car
A 10-YEAR-OLD girl suffered minor bruising after she was hit by a car in Eastbourne Grove, Bolton. Rebecca Connolly, from Ainslie Road, was injured shortly after 4pm. The driver, Julie Rothwell, aged 33, from Crosby Road, Bolton, was not injured.
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Man bailed over blade
A BOLTON man has denied possessing an article with a blade or a sharp point. Brian Andrew Boardman, aged 28, of Marlborough Street, Bolton, appeared before Bolton magistrates. The case was adjourned until November 29. He was granted conditional bail and
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Ipswich home form
IPSWICH beat Derby 3-1 in their opening Premiership home game - their only success this season. At home they have lost to West Ham (3-2), Leeds (2-1), Charlton (1-0) and drawn with Everton (0-0) and Blackburn (1-1).
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Concert
THE Lowton, Golborne and Ashton branches of MENCAP are to stage their Annual Community Carol Concert at Lowton Civic Hall on Wednesday December 12 at 7.30pm. The show will feature the ever-popular Golborne Band providing the first half of the carols.
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Two hurt in smash
TWO people were taken to hospital with minor injuries after a car ploughed down the side of a hill near Belmont. The Ford Escort was being driven along Scout Road when the driver Ben Mannion, aged 17, of Atherton, is believed to have lost control on a
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Ipswich tickets on sale on Sunday
WANDERERS fans can buy tickets for Portman Road at the ground on Sunday. They are priced £23.50 for adults, £16.50 for senior citizens, £8.50 for children. Ipswich officials say the Ticket Office will be open but advise fans to turn up early for the 4pm
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Boots starts toy appeal
A MAJOR retail chain in Bolton is launching its seasonal toy appeal to help bring a smile to under-privileged children this Christmas. Boots is teaming up with the Salvation Army to ask customers to buy an extra toy or gift for the Pass the Parcel toy
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Santa at garden centre
SANTA Claus will visit a garden centre in Bolton tomorrowto raise money for a drug awareness campaign for schools across the town. The Rotary Club of Bolton-le-Moors has organised the event at Barton Grange Garden Centre, Hunger Hill, Bolton, at 11am.
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A Knight to remember
WANDERERS' clash at Ipswich on Sunday brings back memories of a black Knight in the club's history. Referee Barry Knight awarded Ipswich three penalties, showed two reds and 12 yellow at Portman Road as Wanderers were bundled out of the First Division
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Design your own star for charity
CHILDREN are being asked to design a sparkling star which will decorate Bolton's Early Learning Centre this Christmas -- and raise money for the NSPCC Full Stop campaign. For every star, the Deansgate shop will donate 10p to the charity which aims to
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Win Wanderers tickets with Fred Done!
I'M offering Wanderers fans the chance to win two tickets to for the next home game against Fulham. All you have to do is answer the following question: What are the names of the six London Premiership grounds this season? Send your entries to Bolton
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Time is money
STAFF at the National Football Museum are racing against the clock to raise money for Children in Need -- by visiting Bolton Wanderers, a founder member of the Football League. Today curators will attempt to race from Preston to visit soccer clubs including
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'Royle' star Ralf starts filming cult classic
ACTOR Ralf Little is set to star in a new series of cult BBC TV show Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps. Ralf, who attended Bolton School and grew up in Bury, is currently filming episodes in Runcorn, Cheshire. He plays Jonny, a character who ambles
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Biting charge man is cleared
A MAN accused of head-butting and biting a pub landlord during a brawl over after time drinking has been cleared by a jury. Clint Glaister went to the bar of The Lever Arms, Darcy Lever, but landlord Joaquin Zarro refused to serve him saying it was after
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Meeting will encourage more twinning
A CHANCE to be involved in town twinning will be on offer when a meeting is held at Bolton Town Hall on Monday. Local people are invited to attend to give their views at the meeting, which starts at 10am. Speakers will include Michael Tatman, ex-vice
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Cottage plan man vows to fight on
AN Astley businessman has vowed to fight for the right to reclassify his Astley Moss home for light industrial use. Planners are due to visit Dave Fish's smallholding on Astley Moss after Green Belt and access concerns were raised. Mr Fish, of Fern Cottage
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MP in school exam probe demand
AN MP has joined the calls for the findings of an investigation into allegations of exam irregularities at a Ramsbottom school to be made public. The headteacher of Ramsbottom's Peel Brow Primary School, Mike Duce, had been reinstated after being suspended
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Old soldiers claim they were snubbed
OLD soldiers have condemned civic leaders who they claim rejected a Remembrance Day invite on political grounds. Leigh Royal British Legion branch vice president Bert Paxford says that after this year's parade councillors boycotted a get-together in Leigh
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Reebok RL Test: Tickets still on sale
THERE are still some tickets available for the vital Second Rugby League Test between Great Britain and Australia at the Reebok Stadium on Saturday. The ticket office is open Friday until 5pm and matchday from 9.30 until kick off (7pm). Prices are £30
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LETTER: Guilt lies with these men
WITH regard to the tragic murder of teenage prostitute Carly Bateman. From the report, we learn that Carly used prostitution as a means of funding her drug habit. I would guess there are many other young kids out there on the streets of Bolton doing the
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JAZZ VENUES
WIGAN JAZZ CLUB at the Mill at the Pier. Hi Brass with Wigan Youth Jazz Orchestra -- Sunday November 25 12.30pm. Wigan Jazz Club Big Band and Gary Potter Trio plus vocalist Alexandra Butler -- Thursday December 27, 12.30pm. Mike Rossi on saxophone, Darius
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TOUR CENTRES
REEBOK STADIUM AND TOUR CENTRE, Middlebrook Leisure and Retail Park, Bolton. Take a look behind the scenes at the home of Bolton Wanderers. The tour begins at the new interactive Museum and Tour Centre and includes a visit to the players' dressing and
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FAMILIES
THE PUPPET SHOW "RUMPELSTILTSKIN" -- Theatre Church, Seymour Road, Astley Bridge, Bolton on Saturday December 1 at 2.30pm and 7pm. This half life-size puppet show is performed by the world renowned Presto Puppet Theatre company and is suitable for both
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Paedophile fails in conviction appeal
A PAEDOPHILE who "groomed" five young girls in Bolton and abused them to "fulfil his perverted lust" has failed in a bid to have his conviction quashed. David Hodgkinson, formerly of Brathay Close, Breightmet, admitted multiple counts of rape, attempted
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Puppy throat slasher jailed
A RETIRED police chief's son who slashed a puppy's throat 15 times with a craft knife has been jailed. Bury travel guide Gareth Robins, aged 24, was arrested last year after the five-month-old pup named Ben was taken to a vet. It had horrific neck wounds
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School wants to expand
PLANS for a new classroom and IT suite at Bishop Bridgeman C of E Primary School in Rupert Street, Bolton, have been submitted to Bolton Council. Other plans before the council include: 60530/01 - Helen McSorley, 42 Eatock Way, Westhoughton. Retention
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Council in care homes shake-up
FIVE old people's homes and several sheltered housing schemes could be closed in a shake-up of social services in Bury. Councillors have been presented with reports proposing drastic changes in the way Bury looks after its senior citizens. Their aim is
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Non League by John Bullen
Boro go to Town IT is as close as it comes to a six pointer tomorrow for Radcliffe Boro in the away Unibond League Division One fixture at Ossett Town. Boro go into the game with a five point cushion at the top of the table over the Yorkshire side but
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Bhutia: Injury sparks contract fears
BAICHUNG Bhutia has spoken of his disappointment at being ruled out through injury for the rest of the season. Bury's Indian international striker admitted he felt "very low" as doubts about his future at Gigg Lane continue to grow. Bhutia's contract
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COMEDY
CONTACT THEATRE, Oxford Road, Manchester. First Wed of each month -- The Giggle Factory with Owen Rankin. 8pm. Admission £5 & £3.50 conc. Ring 0161 274 0600. THE COMEDY STORE, Deansgate Locks, Whitworth Street, Manchester. King Gong hosted by Toby
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Classy Caribbean choices
MANAGER of town centre travel agents St Andrews Travel, Janet Whittingham, has just spent a fun-packed week of sunshine and pampering on the island of Jamaica as a guest of Sandals, the ultra all-inclusive Caribbean hotel group. Ocean sea view took my
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Zurich for businessmen
BRITISH Airways' new BA CitiExpress offshoot has recently launched its fifth new route in a year. CHRIS SUDLOW went on one of the first daily flights from Manchester to Zurich. This is his report. Jetting to a city in style THE sleek £15m jet pulled to
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Discovering the magic of Guernsey
THE BEN's Mark Donaghy finds lots of tourist treasures on this famous Channel island IT comes as no surprise when you are told Oliver Reed was virtually kicked out of Guernsey. The hellraiser was barred from so many pubs and restaurants during his stay
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Schools soccer by Graeme Hollinshead
BURY Under 15s look to return to winning ways when they travel to take on Blackpool for a challenge match on Saturday. The town team made a fine start to the season beating Tameside 3-0 and Wigan 1-0 but they have not won a game since that victory on
