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Lee braces himself

FORMER Bury, Swansea and West Ham keeper Lee Bracey will make his debut for Chorley at Lincoln United tomorrow - if the game goes ahead. The 34-year-old, who lives in Burnley, says he feels like he has been at Victory Park for 'ages' without playing a

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Ceremony made me think

I ATTENDED the Remembrance Ceremony here in Walkden as a "lucky" one who came back from the Second World War -- but not without the scars, both physically and mentally. I watched the recording made of the ceremony in London on TV to see our leader lay

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In a fog on this

COULD someone tell me why it has become necessary for certain drivers to display fog lights in perfectly good weather conditions? This phenomenon was usually confined to "boy racers" and the odd "bubble head", oblivious to the warning light displayed

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Flintoff injury fears return

LANCASHIRE'S Andrew Flintoff provided another injury scare after making his comeback for England today as Australia A's batsman compounded the problems with another major total at the Bellerive Oval. Just over a week since captain Nasser Hussain's miscalculation

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5-year ban for violent teen yob

A VIOLENT teenage car thief has been banned from driving any vehicle for five years after terrorising an estate. Lee William McGreavy, aged 19, can now travel only by bus, police car, ambulance, or as a passenger in a car that is insured, fully taxed

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What the papers are saying on Friday

THE SUN: Henrik Larsson sent Rovers tumbling out of Europe in the Battle of Britain. DAILY MIRROR: Manchester United were sweating on the outcome of an injury scan on Rio Ferdinand last night, fearing their defence will be in tatters for the most important

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Bruno in wait for decision

BRUNO N'Gotty may have to wait until next week before knowing whether he has been successful in his red card appeal. Wanderers' French defender faces a three-match ban for his sending off in the Premiership clash with West Brom but is hoping to get the

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Awards and showtime at school event

PUPILS enjoyed an entertaining night out at the same time as celebrating their academic achievements. The young people from Harper Green School played host to former pupil and local dialect celebrity, Hilda Barton, at their annual awards evening. Hilda

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Bowie tribute

A DAVID Bowie tribute band is set to perform a string of old and new classics at a Farnworth venue. Ashes 2 Ashes, a five piece band, will appear at The Moses Gate on Saturday November 23.

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Roland's late show

TWELVE fished a flooded Doe hey in last Wednesdays Open and it was the late late show for Roland Stansfield who took a tench and a perch in the last ten minutes to register a win with 4lbs-11ozs. Second was Alan McAtee who fished bloodworm and joker and

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Bevin is the champ again

THE final aggregate match and championship decider of Lord Nelson AC's campaign was held on the Bridgewater Canal in Trafford and once again Trevor Bevin was crowned the champion. It was nip and tuck throughout the season with Tony Carter ensuring that

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Plans for creche at school

COMMUNITY rooms and a creche may be added to a Bolton school. A proposed extension to Gilnow CP School in Gilnow Road would also include a kitchen and reception area and a new car park is planned. A report to the planning committee by council officers

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Third victim in Porsche tragedy is named

THE third man who died when a sports car crashed into an electricity sub station and burst into flames has been named. Michael Richard Ettridge, aged 32, of Bentley Street, Darcy Lever, was the driver of the red soft-top Porsche 944 when it crashed in

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Bosses in charity challenge

TWO managers from two major North-west firms will be taking on the biggest challenge of their lives in aid of charity. St Helens Glass marketing director Capella Todd-Lloyd, and Mike Holden, a director of Chartwell Financial Services, are taking part

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Awards and showtime at school event

PUPILS enjoyed an entertaining night out at the same time as celebrating their academic achievements. The young people from Harper Green School played host to former pupil and local dialect celebrity, Hilda Barton, at their annual awards evening. Hilda

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Changing face of football on show

MOMENTS from the history of Bolton Wanderers feature in a new exhibition coming to town. Photographs ranging from the stunning architecture of the Reebok Stadium to fans enjoying the atmosphere of the old Burnden Park ground are among more than 100 images

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Muggers to face swoops by traffic cops

TRAFFIC police are to be employed in a new drive to reduce street crime. More than 30 patrol officers in Bolton and Bury will form part of a fast response team dealing with muggings and robberies, as well as dealing with serious road traffic incidents

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Carnival plans up and running

HORWICH Carnival committee is already planning ahead for 2003 with a couple of sporting activities in mind. Organisers hope that the Horwich RMI Harriers fell race will be revived as a start to the carnival weekend. The carnival will run on June 20, 21

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Swimmers put closure threat behind them

THE closure of The Water Place may have threatened the very existence of a local swimming club, but members are still making a splash in the water. Bolton Bridgeman Amateur Swimming Club's synchronised swimming section gathered a host of medals and top

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On song

THE New Life Singing Fellowship is about to give its final two concerts, firstly at St Paul's Church, Halliwell Road, this Sunday at 6.30pm, and then at Christ Church, Harwood, on Sunday, November 24, at 6.30pm. All are welcome.

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Plans for creche at school

COMMUNITY rooms and a creche may be added to a Bolton school. A proposed extension to Gilnow CP School in Gilnow Road would also include a kitchen and reception area and a new car park is planned. A report to the planning committee by council officers

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Bulls lead GB charge

NINE members of Bradford Bulls' world club championship team will return to the scene of their famous triumph on Saturday for the second Test at Huddersfield, with captain Robbie Paul the odd man out. The popular Bulls skipper, who led his side to victory

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Dunfield back for Shakers?

MANCHESTER City midfielder Terry Dunfield could be set for a dramatic return to Gigg Lane. The influential little Canadian became a firm crowd favourite at Gigg Lane after joining on loan early in the season and played a massive part in the Shakers climb

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A window blind fitter's shaming

A WINDOW blind fitter dishonestly obtained money at his employer's expense, a court heard. Father-of-two Damian Jackson admitted theft and taking money from two customers by falsely saying they would get blinds for which they had paid. Mr Mike Church-Taylor

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Number's up for car offenders

GREATER Manchester Police will be driving crime off the roads following the launch of a new state-of-the-art system to check number plates. The force is part of a national scheme to pilot the new Automatic Number Plate Recognition system. Special devices

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Ex-Bury MP gets closer to Tory leader

FORMER Bury South MP Alistair Burt has become a second parliamentary private secretary to Tory leader Iain Duncan Smith. The Tory politician, now MP for North East Bedfordshire, was promoted as part of a mini-reshuffle in the wake of the Queen's Speech

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Pub regulars raise cash for pal's power wheelchair

BIG-HEARTED regulars at a Leigh pub are getting together on Saturday to raise cash for one of their fellow drinkers. A charity day has been organised to raise cash to buy a motorised wheelchair for Albert White. Albert, a regular customer at the Three

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Soccer star pays penalty for night out

FOOTBALLER Jason Jarrett scored a massive own goal the night he decided to get behind the wheel and drive after he had been drinking. For, the former Bury FC player, who was also fined a total of £1,000, and banned for 18 months, now faces paying hefty

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24-hour drinking is toast of town

DRINKERS in Bolton's pubs and clubs are hoping to benefit from changes to licensing laws which could in theory lead to 24-hour opening by next summer. The legislation announced in the Queen's Speech will give more flexibility, but also responsibility,

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Daniel's new blood cancer heartbreak

HEARTBROKEN family and friends of teenager Daniel Berry have had their worlds shattered after doctors discovered his leukaemia has returned. The bad news comes exactly six months after Daniel, who celebrated his 18th birthday in October, underwent a bone

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Fireworks warehouse ravaged by a fire

ENGINEERS were due to decide today whether to demolish a fireworks warehouse ravaged by a fire. The building, in the Ancoats area of Manchester city centre, was reported to be on fire at 3.25pm yesterday. The warehouse fire at Ancoats was brought under

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Box office hit for duo

Hamlet, West Yorkshire Playhouse, Leeds. Runs until November 30 YOU would have to be mad to make your debut as a Shakespearean stage actor in two of the most demanding roles ever penned. To make a convincing Hamlet or Ophelia it is probably a plus to

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Changing face of football on show

MOMENTS from the history of Bolton Wanderers feature in a new exhibition coming to town. Photographs ranging from the stunning architecture of the Reebok Stadium to fans enjoying the atmosphere of the old Burnden Park ground are among more than 100 images

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What they say about Gudni

"Any opponent who under-rates Gudni does so at his peril." - Mike Whitlow. "This guy, at 35, was snuffing out Michael Owen, Thierry Henry, Robbie Fowler, Robbie Keane and Mark Viduka. They weren't getting a kick." - Sam Allardyce. "He's been a major factor

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Wembley injury cost Gazza dear

PAUL Gascoigne missed the chance to become the greatest footballer on the planet when he launched himself into the tackle that led to him being stretchered out of the 1991 FA Cup Final. Gudni Bergsson, a good friend as well as team-mate of Gazza's in

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Venables and Miss World - key to Gudni's lucky break

GUDNI Bergsson has revealed how Terry Venables and Miss World played a part in launching his career in England. The legendary Wanderers' captain, who retires at the end of this season, made his name with Spurs after Venables signed him from Valur in Iceland

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Bosses in charity challenge

TWO managers from two major North-west firms will be taking on the biggest challenge of their lives in aid of charity. St Helens Glass marketing director Capella Todd-Lloyd, and Mike Holden, a director of Chartwell Financial Services, are taking part

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Pride on special morning

I WOULD like to extend a sincere thank you to all the organisations and individuals who attended Bolton's Remembrance Sunday Service and March Past. Despite the adverse weather, hundreds of people came along to Victoria Square to remember all those who

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Car lights plea

VERY poor weather conditions of late has made driving a rather hazardous occupation, particularly in late afternoon when the roads are extremely busy. Responsible drivers have reacted to these conditions by using their lights, but a minority continue

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Traffic that spoiled the event dignity

WE attended the Remembrance Sunday Service at the War Memorial, Egerton, and were very disappointed to discover the police were unable to halt the traffic around the area during the service (lasting about 10 minutes). They were only able to do so for

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Job hunters deserve some consideration

THREE months ago my husband was made redundant for the third time. He is nearly 60 years old, so is obviously not finding it easy to get another job. His dole is £53.95 a week, and out of this he has to find postage for his application letters, fare to

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Chris really is a campaigner

I DO not always agree with all that Chris Davies MEP says or does, but, be in no doubt, he is an absolutely first class member of the European Parliament. He works hard and is a doer! If he believes in something, he says so. He is a real campaigner, and

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Euro issue is as important as the poll tax

CONGRATULATIONS to Mrs Jean Allison from Ramsbottom with regard to the euro. Even many years ago, anti-Europeans spoke of "sleep walking into a European superstate". A war was fought to keep us free from European interference and to stoically accept the

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Posters to stop the drop

FOUR youngsters will be helping to clean up the town with their eye-catching anti-litter posters. The work of the four winners will now be made into large posters which will be displayed throughout the borough from next week until January. The competition

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What's showing on TV on Friday and Saturday

SOCCER: Champions League draw - British Eurosport 1030; Under 16 international tournament from Gateshead, Spain v Germany - Sky Sports 1 1730; England v Holland - Sky Sports 1 2000. AUTO: Network Q Rally of Great Britain - Channel 4 1930 (highlights).

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Johnson stars for Jamaica

JERMAINE Johnson was the star of the show, scoring two goals in an impressive performance, as Jamaica booked their place in the CONCACAF Gold Cup play-offs scheduled for Trinidad and Tobago next year. They beat Grenada 4-1 on Wednesday with Paul Hall

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Extra City tickets

WANDERERS have received extra tickets for the derby duel with Manchester City at Maine Road on Saturday, November 30. Prices are £18 for adults and £10 for concessions and the extra "open sale" tickets will be available from Monday. Tickets can be purchased

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Can Bolton take top dog Jussi's lead?

A FAMILY of Wanderers fans reckon their pint-sized pet could be just the inspiration the struggling football team needs to get back to winning ways. The Rigby family, from Beeston Close, Sharples, have named their new rare Lowchn toy dog Jussi, after

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Viduka, Mills back for Leeds

LEEDS should have Mark Viduka and Danny Mills available again for Sunday's Elland Road clash with Wanderers. Striker Viduka missed Thursday's UEFA Cup win over Hapoel Tel-Aviv after becoming a father for the first time this week, while right-back Mills

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Is this a good time to meet Leeds?

WANDERERS fans in Scotland are quietly confident as they prepare for the visit to Leeds United on Sunday afternoon. John Davidson, of BWFC Scotland Supporters' Club, has sent us this report: Another crunch game for the Wanderers at the weekend, but the

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Venables and Miss World - key to Gudni's lucky break

GUDNI Bergsson has revealed how Terry Venables and Miss World played a part in launching his career in England. The legendary Wanderers' captain, who retires at the end of this season, made his name with Spurs after Venables signed him from Valur in Iceland

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Junior match

MERCER Print are sponsoring a junior match on Bradshaw Hall Fisheries on November 24 at £3 per ticket. limited to 30 pegs on a first come first served basis. For further information contact the fisheries direct.

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Opening match

THE first match in the Boathouse Angling Society Winter League takes place on Sunday, November 24. There are 12 matches in the series which takes place at Old River, Irlam. Entry fee £20, Match fee £10 all in, including £2 peg fee. More information from

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Carnival meeting

HORWICH Carnival Committee will be holding a table top sale on Saturday November 23 at the Horwich Resource Centre from 10am to 12 noon. There will be a wide range of stalls including books, bric-a-brac and greetings cards. All funds raised will help

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Date is switched

THE Bolton Anglers Fur and Feather Match scheduled for November 24 on the Bolton Canal has been rearranged for December 15. The entry tickets are £6 each and they include a pie and peas lunch at the Angling Club. There will also be pools on the day and

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Car boot boost for youth club

BREIGHTMET Youth Club will be holding a car boot sale to raise money for the club. The event will take place on November 23 behind Withins School where the youth club is based. Cars booking before the event will be charge £5 and those turning up on the

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Carnival plans up and running

HORWICH Carnival committee is already planning ahead for 2003. Organisers hope that the Horwich RMI Harriers fell race will be revived as a start to the carnival weekend. The carnival will run on June 20, 21 and 22, with the parade taking place at 1pm

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Game on for soccer contest

THE popular new Ball Zone in Whitefield Park, Whitefield, will be at the heart of a brand new five-a-side football competition for local youngsters on Saturday, November 30. Entry is free and the competition will involve five-a-side teams, aged between

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Porsche fireball victim had young son

Landlady attacked A PUB landlady was punched in the face after confronting a burglar armed with a crowbar. The thief broke into the Hark To Towler public house in Market Street, Tottington, at closing time yesterday. He threatened her with the crow bar

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Bank workers make donations

BANK staff from Bolton and the surrounding areas have found another way to support local and national charities, by donating directly from their pay packet. Charities have received more than £13,295 from the local staff in the last financial year. Natwest

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Parking fines shock

MOTORISTS in Bury are being warned they face a 50 per cent increase in parking fines. Bury Council has now taken over the enforcement of regulations and anyone found parking illegally in the town will be fined £60. This will be reduced to £30 if they

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Aloha, we're off to Hawaii

A LUCKY couple will soon be on their way to Hawaii after winning the star prize in a nationwide competition at their local Texaco service station. Stephen and Danielle McNeill, from Astley, won the fabulous holiday for two when they filled up with petrol

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Nursing home plan

PLANS for a new 80-bed nursing home at Farnworth have been approved. It will be built on land in Church Street where Blighty's nightclub used to be and will provide 24-hour care with three staff shifts. The three-storey building will have a conservatory

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Hi, little sister

A FATHER involved in a four year tug-of-love battle over his son went to Greece for an emotional get together with his two children. Ian Lomax united his 11-year-old son Christopher with the three-month-old baby step sister Amy Louise, whom he has never

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Venables and Miss World - key to Gudni's lucky break

GUDNI Bergsson has revealed how Terry Venables and Miss World played a part in launching his career in England. The legendary Wanderers' captain, who retires at the end of this season, made his name with Spurs after Venables signed him from Valur in Iceland

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Wizards show

BURY Under 15s bid to make it into the last 32 of the English Schools' Wizards Trophy when they take on Salford in their third round clash at Derby School tomorrow, kick off 10.30a.m. Bolton Under 15s switch their attentions to the Northern Merit League

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Fake tickets fiasco

FANS with fake tickets forced their way into Ewood Park, Blackburn Rovers' ground, last night for the UEFA cup clash against Celtic. More than 800 fans with genuine tickets were unable to get into the ground to see the match. At least 11 arrests were

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Hospital staff strike

HOSPITAL porters, caterers and ancilliary staff have gone on strike today at Liverpool University Hospital after rejecting an offer by private employers, Sodexho, of £4.50 an hour. Around 300 staff, members of the GMB union, are expected to take part

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Pop stars at resort

POP stars and celebrities are to converge in Blackpool tonight for the Children in Need event. Gareth Gates, Pop Idol Zoe Birkett and Atomic Kitten will take to the stage at the Central Car Park from 6.30pm. Events are being staged across the region,

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Birthday boy Charles shows his skill

PRINCE Charles celebrated his 54th birthday yesterday with a visit to the region. He joined thousands of young people at Salford Quays for SkillCity, one of the biggest skills fairs in the world. The Prince's Trust is one of the organisers of the massive

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Sharing the pain of road tragedies

A CHURCH in Bolton will be holding a service this weekend to remember those who have been killed and injured on our roads. St Peter's Church, Belmont, will be one of 30 churches nationwide to hold a remembrance service on Sunday -- the European Day of

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Give us our one-way street back

A MAN has started a petition to return a town centre road to a one-way system after a pedestrian suffered a fractured skull in an accident. Jeff Cunliffe says people in Atherton never wanted to see Mealhouse Lane turned into a two-way route and it is

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Firefighters: The heated argument

PICTURES of Green Goddesses and picket lines are likely to fill our television screens and newspapers until the firefighters' strike is over. But what are the real issues both sides are looking to settle? Neil Hill reports. THE war of words is hotting

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Heat turned up in fire dispute

A MOTHER and three children died when fire ripped through a farmhouse early today. The blaze, near Devizes in Wiltshire, was dealt with by retained firefighters who are not taking part in the current 48-hour strike and would have been called to the fire

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'Gudni Boltonsson - The Life of a True Bolton Great' goes on sale next week, priced £12.99, from

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The day he lost his cool

IT is not only his nationality - born and raised in Iceland - that has earned Gudni Bergsson the reputation of being Wanderers 'Ice-man'. The Reebok skipper is famed and respected for his unflappable nature but, by his own admission, he came within a