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When Horwich bought a warship ...
THE fact that during the Second World War Bolton raised enough money to buy a warship, the "Dido", is well known. What is less known, however, is that Horwich also bought a ship, a Corvette named the "Heather". This has been brought to mind by photocopies
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A fight to the finish
SIMON Charlton and Jussi Jaaskelainen were all smiles at the end but there was a point midway through the second half at Upton Park when the two Wanderers looked set to come to blows. "It was a bit of 'handbags'," Charlton said, laughing off the 64th
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Friends at the finish
SAM Allardyce is aiming to put the accent on attack next season. The Wanderers' boss gave the first clear indication of how he hopes to approach his second Premiership campaign after the final whistle sounded at Upton Park on Saturday. The result was
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Real solution to safety problems
SAFETY at the junction of Moss Bank Way and Halliwell Road is an important issue and Cllr Hayes is right to be concerned at the Labour group's lack of serious action. He is, however, somewhat narrow-minded in his ill-conceived solution to the problems
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Purpose of crime punishment
MANY of your readers seem to believe that the answer to crime lies in brutal punishment. One anonymous reader, writing in the Bolton Evening News on May 7, would like to put criminals in glass houses, while another would prefer instead to use isolation
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NO RACISM HERE?
BURNLEY now has three new BNP councillors. Voting in one of the wards, Cliviger and Worsthorne, was quite a surprise because it is not one of the depressed urban areas where the BNP usually draws its support. One of the villagers there was reported as
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Avoiding the main issues on Halliwell
WELL it looks like I hit the nail right on the head with a reply of a sort coming from Cllrs Linda Thomas and Cliff Morris -- high praise indeed! As usual, the "reply", in true political fashion, goes all round the houses and avoids the initial issues
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Results: Lostock v Standish
Standish won by 8 wkts Lostock P Knowles b Knowles...36 A Renyard c Knowles b Chadwick...0 I Finn b Sarker...4 Shah R c Waddington b Sarkar...4 Y Khan c Waddington b Sarkar...31 L Issa c Knowles b Sarkar...0 G Beswick c Knowles b Sarkar...0 S Kaye b Walder
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Ton-up pair boost Atherton
ATHERTON CC and Little Hulton went head-to-head at the weekend, meeting in the Bolton Association on Saturday and in the Cross Cup the following day. Both matches produced an amazing 923 runs and included some top class batting performances. The league
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Damp proof hard sell warning
CHORLEY residents are being warned to be on their guard against damp-proofers offering work which may be unnecessary or over-priced following a number of complaints. Lancashire County Council says last year its Trading Standards service received dozens
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Lunar landing is out of this world
A COLLEGE was really rocking when it staged an exhibition that was truly out of this world. For Bishop Rawstorne CE Language College hosted a fabulous display of moon rock samples, lunar dust and meteorites for a week. The samples, provided by the UK's
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Win a special edition DVD!
ALL THE best competitions are on This is Bolton - and this week you can win special edition Conan the Barbarian and Batman DVDs. For your chance to win, enter HERE/
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It's all thanks to YOU
BOLTON'S Coronary Care Appeal now stands an an impressive £530,000. A fantastic response from people of all ages means the Bolton Evening News appeal is well on its way to the £1 million target. But now extra effort is needed to tip the balance which
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Halfway there
AN AMAZING gesture by a wealthy businessman has boosted the Bolton Evening News Coronary Care Appeal by a whopping £100,000. Just three months after it was launched the appeal is now more than halfway to reaching the £1 million target to build a new heart
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Steven beats all the odds
THIRTEEN-years-old Steven Leigh has hemopligic cerebral palsy which affects the right side of his body - yet he has achieved tremendous success in swimming and athletics to take the Special Achievement award. In the last 12 months he has set two new England
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Star Wars links galore
THIS week, as a special, I'm listing my favourite Star Wars websites www.balanceoftheforce.co.uk PERSONAL websites set up by fans can be fairly dire if the site owner takes the whole thing far too seriously. This site is a collection of information about
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World Cup fever no problem for David
SOCCER-mad boss David Speakman is making sure his staff enjoy the World Cup this summer. Mr Speakman, who founded Travel Counsellors in 1994, is installing a video screen and organising flags and bunting in the "cafe bar" area which is due to be created
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Fan's report by Steve Abbott
The last time Wanderers graced the Premiership after their fantastic last season at Burden Park, the final game of the campaign ended in utter despair. Walking out of Stamford Bridge with the prospect of a very uncertain future in front of us was the
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Tears said it all
DEAN Holdsworth did not need to put his thoughts into words. The tears welling in his eyes said it all. The likelihood is that the Reebok favourite made his last appearance for Wanderers on Saturday at the ground where he stood on the terraces as a boy
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They're racing ahead in national fitness scheme
BURY is at the forefront of a new national programme to give everyone equal access to health and fitness opportunities. The Castle Leisure Centre will be one of only 30 council run leisure centres across the country taking part in a new £1.3 million Lottery-funded
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Gerrard's hopes in the balance
ENGLAND midfielder Steven Gerrard was today waiting to hear whether his fading World Cup dreams have been shattered by injury. Gerrard suffered a recurrence of a groin problem that has afflicted him since at least February in Liverpool's final game of
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World Cup fever no problem for David
SOCCER-mad boss David Speakman is making sure his staff enjoy the World Cup this summer. Mr Speakman, who founded Travel Counsellors in 1994, is installing a video screen and organising flags and bunting in the "cafe bar" area which is due to be created
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Bolton history lesson for pupils of the future
IT could be a millennium before someone finds it again. But when they do stumble on the time capsule buried by pupils of Tonge Moor Primary school at Turner Bridge, they will be able to learn all about life in Bolton at the turn of the 21st Century. Eleven
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Atherton Charity Cup
BREIGHTMET United and Leigh Athletic contest the final of the Atherton Charity Cup tomorrow night (Tuesday) at Atherton Colls' Alder House ground, kick off 7.30pm. Admission is £1.50 with 50p concessions.
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Semi success
BOLTON Lads Club's incredible run of success continued with a superb penalty shoot-out semi final victory in the 1st XI Cup over Premier Division Prairie United. Dave Gorman and Danny Kaye's outfit has now beaten three top division sides to get to tonight's
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Success by the book for pupils
DISCERNING pupils have helped to draw up a shortlist of novels for a national literary competition. The Year Seven youngsters at Withins High School are thrilled after five of their recommendations made it into the final eight choices for the Kate Greenaway
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Duo thwarted in cashpoint scam
BANKS and building societies are warning customers to be on their guard after a cash machine gang was thought to be operating in the area. The cunning thieves are using a device that stops people from getting their plastic cards back -- then they swoop
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Lads' Club doubles its money at spring ball
CHARITY champions danced the night away at the Reebok Premier Suite -- and helped Bolton Lads' and Girls' Club to raise more than twice the amount they expected at their spring ball. Club chiefs were hoping to raise £10,000 from the black tie event on
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Care homes call for judicial review
THE OWNERS of seven care homes and 11 residents are today applying for a judicial review of a local authority's policies for caring for the elderly. In February, Lancashire County Council announced it wants to close 35 of its 48 care homes. It also plans
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New sports centre
A NEW sports and community centre is to be opened soon in Halliwell. It will be sited at the old library building on Hatfield Road and will also include a creche and possibly an arts workshop. Bolton Council planning chiefs have agreed the change of use
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Ellie really is a wow as a top tonic and TV star
A DEDICATED dog, which helps to brighten-up the lives of the elderly and the sick, will be the star of the show on Animal Hospital. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Ellie and her owner, Sue Dawson, will be seen visiting patients at a private hospital and
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Residents cheer as new estate bid fails
RESIDENTS are celebrating after a developer lost another bid to build a housing estate at the end of their street. Councillors on Bolton's planning committee turned down JS Bloor homes's application for 43 detached houses on Fish Fold Farm, Westhoughton
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Children to get a better start
TWO huge projects to improve opportunities for young children in Bolton have been given the go ahead by planning chiefs. Sure Start centres for Daubhill and Great Lever that will help children get a better start in life and support them and their families
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New sports centre
A NEW sports and community centre is to be opened soon in Halliwell. It will be sited at the old library building on Hatfield Road and will also include a creche and possibly an arts workshop. Bolton Council planning chiefs have agreed the change of use
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Criminal tracker launched
A FACE-recognition system which can recognise and track criminals from CCtv pictures is being launched today. Tameside Council in Greater Manchester is behind the scheme and says it sends a clear message that criminals entering the borough will be closely
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Risque jokes were spot on
Allo Allo, By Jeremy Lloyd and David Croft, Bolton Little Theatre, Runs May 11 to 19 AS this was the first time I was to be in the audience of a Bolton Little Theatre production, I asked around to find out what I should expect. I was told I would not
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Fredi's picture of success
IT sounded like Fredi Bobic was gloating when he sent his Borussia Dortmund team-mates a message via his personal website last weekend. As well as congratulating his club for clinching the Bundesliga title, he sent a photograph of himself wearing a dinner
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Reebok beckons Spaniards
THERE could be a strong Spanish flavour once again at the Reebok this summer. Wanderers are lining up at least one pre-season friendly against opponents from Spain with Deportivo Alaves in the frame for a return visit. "The only problem is that the Spanish
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Lawro pays for his lip
SOCCER critic Mark Lawrenson paid for his losing bet on Wanderers on Football Focus. The former Liverpool star was so sure the Whites would be relegated that he vowed to shave off his moustache on telly if they stayed in the Premiership. Lawro, who has
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Praise for Per is no consolation
IT may come as scant consolation to the hard-working Wanderer but Denmark coach Morten Olsen says Per Frandsen is unfortunate not to have won a place in his World Cup plans. Having been assured of his fitness after his recent foot injury, Olsen named
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Match Report
WEST HAM 2, WANDERERS 1 WANDERERS (4-3-3) JUSSI JAASKELAINEN ... 8 His saves from Carrick, Defoe and Kanoute were top class ANTHONY BARNESS ... 6 One or two first half slips under pressure from Sinclair and Winterburn GUDNI BERGSSON ... 7 Had to work
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Life is now hell for my old folk
MY 81-year-old parents live in council property at the top of Longworth Road, Horwich, and have done so for 5O years. They have lived in peace and harmony with neighbours throughout the years, but, within the last five years, maybe more, their lives have
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Souness targets Andy Todd
BLACKBURN boss Graeme Souness is closing in on a bargain swoop for former Wanderers defender Andy Todd. The Charlton centre-back is currently on trial at Rovers with a view to a cut-price deal. Todd has completed a loan spell at Grimsby and could be allowed
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Browsing around ...
Explore the National Forest at www.nationalforest.org Find out all about super band U2 at the official website, U2.com Theatrespeak is a new site all about the theatrical business - www.theatrespeak.com Birmingham University has launched a new site devoted
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Sam has worked miracles
GLENN Roeder has hailed Sam Allardyce as a master of management for keeping Wanderers in the Premiership. The Hammers' boss, who was grateful for the public support from the Bolton boss when he was under threat of the sack in the early weeks of the season
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Barnado's need a boost
VOLUNTEERS are needed for the Barnardo's charity store in Brackley Street, Farnworth. Staff are taking part in a national two-week recruitment campaign to increase their numbers of volunteers. Information will appear in the store from Friday. Area manager
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Club date
BLACKROD Village Association will meet at the cricket club next Wednesday (7.30) to discuss community issues. For more information contact Mr Timms on 450091.
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Interfaith meeting
THE Bolton Interfaith Council will hold a meeting at Bank Street Chapel, Bolton, on Monday at 7.30 pm. There will also be a short talk about the Unitarians. Everyone is welcome and there is no admission charge. More details from Tony McNeile on 01204
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Treatment pledge for jailed drug addicts
CONVICTED criminals with a drug addiction will receive treatment services within 24 hours of being released from jail. Health Minister Hazel Blears announced the measures as part of the Government's new strategy to tackle street crime. It is hoped the
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Eagley suffer Tonge lashing
TONGE quickly forgot last week's humiliating performance to crush neighbours Eagley by 102 runs. Helped by the visitors' poor bowling attack Tonge reached 73-2 off 20 overs before skipper Simon Anderton and Jon Kerrigan blasted 133 in the next 20 overs
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May 13: The sweet smell of chocolate
Spent a superb couple of hours at the Nestle factory in York on Friday. Photoshoot mainly on the lawn outside the reception area with the sweet smell of chocolate in the air. Beautiful weather and folk waiting for autographs! Came away with two packs
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I've got you under my skin
BOLTON Wanderers fan Dougie Mitchell has certainly let Mark Lawrenson get under his skin. The TV football pundit said he would shave off his moustache if the Wanderers stayed in the Premier League. Lawro's moment of truth came on Friday at a posh London
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Golden memories
TO celebrate the Queen's Golden Jubilee we asked our readers to send in photographs of their memorable moments and personal recollections of Queen Elizabeth. And the past 50 years of her reign have certainly provided Bolton people with some wonderful
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A fight to the finish
SIMON Charlton and Jussi Jaaskelainen were all smiles at the end but there was a point midway through the second half at Upton Park when the two Wanderers looked set to come to blows. "It was a bit of 'handbags'," Charlton said, laughing off the 64th
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World Cup fever no problem for David
SOCCER-mad boss David Speakman is making sure his staff enjoy the World Cup this summer. Mr Speakman, who founded Travel Counsellors in 1994, is installing a video screen and organising flags and bunting in the "cafe bar" area which is due to be created
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New bid to restore NTL good name
CABLE company NTL is making a determined effort to improve its battered reputation. A new regional structure gives North-west managing director Alan Grant the chance to find out if the potential of this particular communications revolution can finally
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Champions are a good bet
CHORLEY manager Mark Molyneaux is in the money. The former Trafford boss won £8,500 on an accumulator after predicting that Juventus, Celtic, Arsenal and his favourite club Manchester City would win their respective championships. He and his boss at Chorlton
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Match report: Kick by kick
17 mins: Wanderers have strong appeals for a penalty turned down as Pearce trips Ricketts, dumping the striker on his backside. 23 mins: Jaaskelainen launches himself full-length to turn Carrick's right-footer round the post, frustrating the Hammers'
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Fearick leads Heaton home
HEATON maintained their excellent start to the season with an exciting one wicket win over Farnworth Social Circle. Circle made 154-8 with Hirwani taking 5-56, but, inspired by an unbeaten 62 from Jonathan Fearick, Heaton scraped home in a nail-biting
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Handy Andy
SEVENTEEN-year-old Andrew Griffiths again underlined his cricketing promise with an all round winning display against Astley and Tyldesley. He engineered Clifton's first win of the season taking 3-15 off 12 overs before top scoring with 61. His bowling
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Hospice in plea after big fund-raiser launch
AN appeal for volunteers has gone out after Chorley's Derian House Children's Hospice launched its biggest fundraiser of the year with a touching ceremony. The hospice's special Forget-Me-Not Appeal flowered again yesterday when a service was held for
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Welsh whizz Giggs in carnival mood
ORGANISERS of this year's Adlington Carnival are aiming to sign up teams of soccer loving boys and girls for the hugely popular summer show -- on the orders of Manchester United ace Ryan Giggs. The Welsh wing wizard -- who lives in Adlington -- has generously
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Sunar curried favour with me
Sunar Gaw, Manchester Road, Burnden, Bolton AS someone who would usually venture out to Manchester for a good curry, I thought it would be worth stopping in Bolton to see what the town centre has to offer. And as the Sunar Gaw, on Manchester Road, Burnden
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Secret of Sam's top deal
SAM Allardyce has revealed how he cashed in on the instability at one of Europe's top clubs to make one of his signings of the season. The Wanderers' boss admits he took advantage of the problems at Marseille to add Bruno N'Gotty to his Reebok ranks.
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Lawro left ruing loss of 'tache
TELEVISION football pundit Mark Lawrenson was left feeling like a turkey and regretting his decision to brand Bolton Wanderers relegation certainties as he unveiled his new clean-shaven look to the nation. Lawrenson staked his 25-year-old moustache on
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Charlton leads the cheers for Sam
SIMON Charlton led the dressing room tributes to Sam Allardyce today, hailing the Wanderers' boss as the "Manager of the Year". The Reebok Player of the Year said the man who fashioned a survival squad out of a team of so-called "no-hopers" was out on
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Leeds ace may top Sam's list
LEEDS defender Michael Duberry could be one of the players Sam Allardyce turns to this summer as he plans for next season's assault on the Premiership. Acknowledging that the majority of his current squad of defenders are all turned 30, the Reebok boss
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Friends at the finish
SAM Allardyce is aiming to put the accent on attack next season. The Wanderers' boss gave the first clear indication of how he hopes to approach his second Premiership campaign after the final whistle sounded at Upton Park on Saturday. The result was
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Match Report
WEST HAM 2, WANDERERS 1 WANDERERS (4-3-3) JUSSI JAASKELAINEN ... 8 His saves from Carrick, Defoe and Kanoute were top class ANTHONY BARNESS ... 6 One or two first half slips under pressure from Sinclair and Winterburn GUDNI BERGSSON ... 7 Had to work
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Match report: Kick by kick
17 mins: Wanderers have strong appeals for a penalty turned down as Pearce trips Ricketts, dumping the striker on his backside. 23 mins: Jaaskelainen launches himself full-length to turn Carrick's right-footer round the post, frustrating the Hammers'
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Skipper Fleming released
MAGPIES skipper Paul Fleming, 34, who spent five seasons at Chorley in two spells from 1995, is among the Victory Park exodus. Fellow defender Mike Wallace, who also rejoined the Magpies when Wright picked up the managerial reins again three years ago
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East is best, say film fans
FOR years British Asian films had a narrow appeal to mainstream movie goers. But in a trend being dubbed "Asiamania" or "Bollywood in Blighty" things are set to radically change. A host of new Asian comedy and romance films are being released this summer
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Event is green for go
BURY'S fifth Environment Week swings into action this weekend. Activities are aimed at all the family and will include walks, environmental book displays, live theatre, cycle rides, a fishing tournament and nature reserve working parties.
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Fish warning . . .
CHILDREN and pregnant women are being warned to stop eating swordfish, shark, and marlin after it emerged they contain dangerous levels of mercury. The Food Standards Agency are warning women intending to become pregnant to avoid the fish. Experts at
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Barnado's need a boost
VOLUNTEERS are needed for the Barnardo's charity store in Brackley Street, Farnworth. Staff are taking part in a national two-week recruitment campaign to increase their numbers of volunteers. Information will appear in the store from Friday. Area manager
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Mark's radio kicks
FOOTBALL fans will be looking forward to a summer of footie fun with Bolton-born radio DJ Mark Radcliffe and his sidekick, Marc "Lard" Riley. They are once again ready to join the team at Radio Five Live to host their own soccer show, Mark and Lard's
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Lads' Club doubles its money at spring ball
CHARITY champions danced the night away at the Reebok Premier Suite -- and helped Bolton Lads' and Girls' Club to raise more than twice the amount they expected at their spring ball. Club chiefs were hoping to raise £10,000 from the black tie event on
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Village gears up for annual carnival capers
PLANS are well underway for this year's Adlington Carnival which will be held on August 9, 10 and 11, on the jubilee playing fields in the village. This year, organisers have asked C and A Sports for expert help in running their very own football tournament
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Town's share in cash to fight crime
PARTS of Bolton could receive a share of £12 million earmarked for a new project designed to tackle youth crime. The Summer Splash Scheme offers artistic and sporting activities for youngsters on deprived estates. Funding for the scheme, run by the Youth
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Lawro left ruing loss of 'tache
TELEVISION football pundit Mark Lawrenson was left feeling like a turkey and regretting his decision to brand Bolton Wanderers relegation certainties as he unveiled his new clean-shaven look to the nation. Lawrenson staked his 25-year-old moustache on
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Crash victim Robert inspires biking friends
MOTORCYCLIST Robert Wild, who was seriously injured in a horrific road accident, has inspired his biking friends to get behind the Coronary Care Appeal. The Rochdale Riders are bikers with hearts of gold, raising cash to save the lives of heart attack
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Children to get jubilee memento
WHEELTON Parish Council will be presenting commemorative medals for the Queen's Jubilee to all children of primary school age who live within the boundary of the village. All those eligible to receive a medal are asked to register with parish council
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Recycle bin tipped over by vandals
MINDLESS vandals who tipped over a large recycling bin of shoes have left an international company boss fuming. The shoes were strewn across Kwik Save car park, Bolton Street, Chorley, causing an eyesore and stopping caring folk from recycling items.
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Warburtons Bolton Cricket League fixtures 2002
MAY Saturday 18 -- Astley Bridge v Walkden; Egerton v Farnworth; Farnworth SC v Horwich; Greenmount v Heaton; Kearsley v Bradshaw; Tonge v Little Lever; Westhoughton v Eagley. Sunday 19 -- Free (LKO First Round). Saturday 25 -- Bradshaw v Astley Bridge
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Little Lever v Greenmount
Greenmount won by 113 runs Greenmount R Morris c & b Harrison...37 A Bowker c Rayment b Tong...14 J Horrox c Harrison b Rayment...50 M Fallon c Blinkhorn b DeSilva...64 M Stewart b DeSilva...2 Ashworth b DeSilva...0 N Franklyn c N Tong b Rayment..
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Super sub inspires Miners to play-off victory
Leigh Miners Rangers 23, Leigh East 16 LEIGH Miners Rangers are top dogs of local amateur rugby league following their play-off victory over the arch-rivals from across town. The Miners have beaten East three times this season but if the Grasmere Street
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Leigh dumped out of cup
CENTURIONS coach Paul Terzis admitted he would have to go back to the drawing board after seeing his side unceremoniously dumped out of the Buddies National League Cup. Clearly annoyed after Leigh's quarter-final thumping (Leigh Centurions 18, Hull KR
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Calling allotment holders
WILL you please help me in a project to find out, by July 1, 2002, about the state of allotments in the UK by supplying the answers to the following: 1) Name and location of allotment site. 2) Total number of plots that could exist on the site. 3) Numbers
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Plane snaps warning
I REFER to the British aircraft spotters recently convicted of espionage. May I advise all holiday-makers that it is not only Greece that takes a serious view of this activity. While in a North African holiday resort airport last year, shared by civilian
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Tax cash not reaching right areas
HAVING received my seven per cent increase in council tax I am seriously beginning to question the progress being made by the "executive" representing the citizens of Chorley. I admire the vision of the Chorley Partnership published in its 'Outline Community
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Hospital Cup
THE final of the Bolton Hospital Cup takes place tomorrow night (Tuesday) with NWCL Division One rivals Atherton LR and Ramsbottom United set to clash at the Reebok Stadium. The game kicks off at 6.30pm with admission at £3 and £1. Match officials are
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Wards extra cash will be a real tonic
BOLTON South East MP Brian Iddon has welcomed the £1 million Government cash to renovate the Nightingale wards at the Royal Bolton Hospital. Mr Iddon, who said that he has been campaigning in Parliament for Bolton to get the money, said that it was "tremendous
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Hospital's new organs row
THE bodies of 34 children who underwent post-mortem examinations at Alder Hey have had organs kept without their parents' knowledge, it has been claimed. The BBC said it happened at the Liverpool hospital months after bosses said it had stopped retaining
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Parish Church cathedral view
BOLTONIANS are being invited to attend a church service to mark the Queen's Golden Jubilee, along with millions of people from all over the country. The Parish Church in Bolton will be hosting a big screen to show the Royal Jubilee Service live from St
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Man critical after gang attack
A 21-YEAR-OLD man from Westhoughton is in a critical condition after a vicious attack by a gang of men. The man, who has not been named, was beaten about the head at Wigan bus station in the Hallgate area early yesterday. The attack happened at 3am just
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Toddler
Matthew is a mini marvel A BOUNCING baby is celebrating his first sporting success after becoming the youngest ever competitor in an unusual event. Tiny Matthew Topping is only 22-months-old but he competed against much older youngsters in the 10-metre
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Wealth league place
GREATER Manchester is the 14th largest wealth-generating area in Europe. The county beats the Irish capital, Dublin, and Scotland's top city, Glasgow. Greater Manchester had a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of £34 billion in 2001. Just pipping the county
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Town building sites targeted for safety
BUILDING sites in Bolton are being targeted during a week-long inspection blitz by Health and Safety inspectors. Work on the sites will be stopped if problems are identified. Vincent Joyce, principal inspector for Greater Manchester, said: "The number
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Celebration of art
LEIGH'S Turnpike Gallery is celebrating national Museums and Galleries month with a programme of free art workshops. Professional artists will be leading practical sessions for adults and children each Saturday morning. On Saturday May 25 and June 1 young
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Dean Holden on his way?
DEAN Holden could be set to cut his ties with Wanderers next week. Oldham Athletic have confirmed they are close to sealing a deal for the former England Youth defender, who spent last season on loan at Boundary Park. The clubs have opened talks and Latics
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Will Whites be tempted to dig deep?
IYOURI Djorkaeff is not asking a lot ... but, by the same token, he could be asking the earth! The French maestro is prepared to commit his future to Wanderers but only if the club invests in more good players. He has enjoyed playing a key role in the
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What to do in Bolton on...
Tuesdsay LEISURE, SPORT, KEEP FIT BOLTON EXCEL, Lower Bridgeman Street, tel: 334456: Lifestyles Fitness Suite, Yoga, Judo, Circuits, Short Mat Bowling, Aerobics, Pilates. Junior Fitness, 12 noon-1pm and 1pm-2pm. Open Mon to Fri 7.30am-10pm and Sat and
