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The human face of war
YORKSHIRE looks to Lancashire for inspiration in its next production. The West Yorkshire Playhouse, based in Leeds, presents The Accrington Pals from February 21 to March 29. In 1916, Accrington suffered the devastating loss of more than 200 young men
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The Lowry
WINNER of Building of the Year 2000, The Lowry in Salford is one of the North-west's most exciting visitor attractions, offering something for everyone -- day and night. The Galleries play host to a selection of works by LS Lowry displayed alongside new
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Wigan Pier
ANOTHER multi-award winning attraction, Wigan Pier is truly a day of fun for all the family. Take an unforgettable journey through time and visit the Victorian classroom -- watch out for the strict schoolteachers though! Walk through the recreated coal
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Samlesbury Hall
A 14th century manor house situated in Samlesbury, a small township on the south bank of the River Ribble, Samlesbury Hall is well worth a visit if only for its historical interest. The first hall was built on the banks of the Ribble by the D'Ewyas family
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Five floors of fun
FIVE floors of shops, artefacts, collectors' pieces and a pirate ship especially for the kids -- Botany Bay is surely the perfect place to go when the weather is grim. Of course, that isn't to say it's not a good place to go when the weather is fine,
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Market Place cash idea is music to my ears...
THREE cheers for Music Zone in the Market Place! At last someone has rounded the price of goods in a shop. No more £3.99 or £9.99, it is now £4 and £10. I mean, we are not fooled by these penny-down figures, we just end up with a pocketful of small change
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Courage can be recognised
WITH just a few weeks to go until the closing date on March 21, The Stroke Association is urging readers to send in their nomination forms for this year's Life After Stroke Awards, held each year to recognise the extraordinary courage that has been shown
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When it comes to horses and horse-power...
IN response to Mr Rix's letter, the British Horse Society recommendations are that you ride with the traffic where no alternative path is available, although I don't think there is actually any law to this effect. What Mr Rix has not taken into consideration
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Free fun in Oldham
OLDHAM'S arts and events spring programme is now out, and features a series of free family fun days. The six free days out for the family, each with a different theme, will be held from April 21 to 26. These will include traditional fairground rides,
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On this day - February 15
1564: Galileo Galilei, Italian astronomer and mathematician was born in Pisa. 1842: The first adhesive stamp was used in the USA by the city Despatch Post, a private concern later acquired by the government for 1,200 dollars. 1874: The antarctic explorer
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On this day - February 17
1405: The Mongol leader Tamerlane the Great died during an expedition to conquer China. 1673: Moliere (Jean Baptiste Poquelin), French dramatist and writer of comedies, died of a brain haemorrhage after a coughing fit on stage. 1818: Baron Karl von Drais
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February 14-15
From the Evening News, February 14, 1903: THE Rev. E. Simkin, Primitive Methodist minister, of Horwich, appeared at the County Sessions this morning and made application for a certificate of exemption from vaccination for his child, Pearl Gwendoline Eilzabeth
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Standish new pro
STANDISH Cricket Club have signed Chris Humphreys as their professional for the 2003 season. Humphreys returns to the Bolton Association club after previously playing for them in 1998. Stephen Knowles has also taken over as club captain for the 2003 season
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Head quits in hours health fear
A PRIMARY school headteacher is leaving teaching after 17 years because she's fed up of working a 70-hour week. Barbara Mitchell, of St Peter's, Eaves Lane, Chorley, says she's had enough of the huge administrative demands that now go with the job. She
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See you next year!
The christmas diary will start again in December 2003.
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Bolton & District Pool League
ON Wednesday February 26 it is the League Rules Individuals. Draw will be given out at the delegates meeting on February 16. WORLD RULES PREMIER DIVISION P W L F A Pt Staff of Life... 10 9 1 52 18 70 Lamb Guzzlers... 10 8 2 50 20 66 Sportsman B/X... 10
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Wanderers and the Beeb team up to help young
BOLTON Wanderers and the BBC have teamed up to launch a new scheme to help young homeless people improve their chances of re-entering fulltime education. The BBC's Training & Development's skillXchange team and Wanderer's are working together with
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Sunday concerts held to 'keep teenagers off the streets'
Roland and Peggy Beech, both former Boltonians who now live in Western Australia, have sent me their reminisces. Roland wrote: "I was born in Astley Bridge in 1923, so I have just had my 80th birthday. "After attending Seymour Road day school and Sunday
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New woodland path
More path news from the Lake District. A new 500m section of bridleway has opened alongside the A593 running between Coniston and Ambleside. The new woodland path allows walkers, riders and cyclists to avoid a section of road walking north-east of Coniston
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A Coastal Walk Along the Lune Estuary
THIS short seaside walk is an ideal excursion next time you are taking a trip to Morecambe or Lancaster. It can be walked in less than an hour and, on a clear day, offers a panoramic view in all directions across Morecambe Bay, the Pennines and the mountains
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Sell outs prompt more dates
IN response to massive demand for tickets to some of its most popular shows, extra dates have been added to the Albert Halls' programme. Comedian Dave Spikey, whose fame has rocketed since his appearance on That Peter Kay Thing and Phoenix Nights, has
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Magpies denied at last minute
A CONTROVERSIAL late penalty denied Chorley what would have been a hard-earned victory over UniBond First Division promotion favourites Radcliffe in a rousing local derby. The Magpies' more robust approach on a lively surface unsettled Borough and after
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House blaze
A TERRACED house in Mercia Street, Deane was badly damaged in a blaze today. No one is thought to have been injured in the fire.
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Cooker drama
FIREMEN were called to deal with a cooker fire at Rothbury Court, Morris Green, last night after the grill pan was accidentally left on. Damage was limited to the cooker.
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Hot settee
FIREFIGHTERS were called to a blaze in Bury Road, Breightmet, after a settee outside a house was set alight. The fire spread to the window frame of a flat at 1.30pm yesterday. A crew spent 20 minutes at the scene.
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Shed set on fire
A TIMBER shed was found burning on an allotment on Avenue Street, in Bolton. The structure was 80 per cent destroyed following the blaze at 4am on Sunday. It is not thought to have been the work of arsonists.
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House arson
ARSONISTS are being blamed for a fire which badly damaged a terraced house in Deane yesterday. The vandals broke in through the back of the house in Mercia Street and started a blaze in the front upstairs bedroom.
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Police radio catches fire
A FIRE broke out in a police Volvo car after wiring in the radio set alight. The incident happened last night in Salford Road, near Watergate Drive, Over Hulton. Firefighters used extinguishers to limit damage to the dashboard.
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Taxi driver injured in crash drama
A TAXI driver suffered suspected chest injuries after his vehicle careered into a ditch in Leigh. The 38-year-old man, who was driving a Ford Sierra, told emergency services that a Transit van had travelled around a bend on the wrong side of the road
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Jobs boost as budget airline takes to skies
BUDGET airline bmibaby is to launch services from Manchester Airport, creating at least 50 jobs. Two new aircraft will be based at Manchester from May 1, flying to a number of destinations in the UK, Ireland and mainland Europe. One-way fares will start
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Phoenix Nights venue for school reunion
A REUNION for former pupils of Farnworth Grammar School will take place at St Gregory's social club, Farnworth -- the filming location of Peter Kay's hit comedy series Phoenix Nights -- on Saturday, February 22. All years are welcome and the music will
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Bob's prepared a monster show
THE Bolton man responsible for making exhibitions at the Manchester Museum of Science and Industry a monster success has done it again. In his role as acting director of the successful museum, Bob Scott is responsible for bringing in exhibitions -- such
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Driver gave friend's name to police
A BANNED driver, aged 19, with a passion for cars was caught by police driving a vehicle near his home, a court heard. But, instead of giving his own name to police, Ian Rice gave the name, address and date of birth of a friend. And his deception did
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Shaun's Elite offer
FORMER Lancashire and Bolton golf champion Shaun Kelly, who has taken over the running of the Elite Golf shop in Bradshawgate, Bolton, is offering free golf lessons to celebrate the opening. The offer is on a first come first serve basis for anyone of
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Shoppers taken in by statues on the move
CUPID came to town and gave unsuspecting shoppers an unusual Valentine's Day surprise. Instead of firing arrows at star-crossed lovers, Cupid and an angel pounced on passers by and gave them a fright. Standing perfectly still and painted in silver, perfomance
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Railway children face prosecution
POLICE "spies" are to monitor railway tracks across Bolton in a bid to stamp out incidents of trespass by children. Officers will ride on trains during the school half-term holiday looking for youngsters straying on the lines. They will report trespassers
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A Vietnamese whir
The first thing our guide Long - whose name means Dragon - tells us as we catch a glimpse of Vietnam's busy capital, is how to cross the road writes Sherna Noah. The city is a terrifying chaos of motorbikes, bicycles and Vietnamese style rickshaws that
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Millstone is tops
A YOUNG creative culinary team has led the Millstone Inn and Brasserie at Anderton to winning the Bolton Evening News' Restaurant of the Year 2001. The picturesque inn just beyond the Horwich boundary was chosen for the prestigious award by a panel of
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Balti House is readers' choice - again!
THE Royal Balti House Restaurant in Farnworth has hundreds and hundreds of loyal customers. In fact, one couple make a regular 80-mile round trip from their Blackpool hotel just to enjoy the food at the Market Street venue. All of which has led to the
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Lots to say about eating out ...
THE YEW TREE, in Anderton, is definitely number one and the firm favourite for a couple from Horwich. "We have been going for 32 years and the standards have always been the same." Another fan from Bury loves the "relaxing atmosphere and exotic menu."
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Diners loyal to favourite eating places
BOLTON Evening News readers are certainly discerning when it comes to Eating Out. And they are also very loyal. Thousands of you voted for your favourite eateries in the BEN Readers' Restaurant of the Year competition for 2001. And, although the Royal
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Army searching for new leaders
THE Army is having a recruitment drive to attract new adult youth leaders for the cadet force. An open day is being held at Cadet HQ in Manchester on Sunday, February 23. To find out more information, call the Greater Manchester Army Cadet Force on 0161
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Virus remedies
Q: I recently had a virus which cleared up, but I am now left with a cough and catarrh which I can't seem to shift, can you suggest a remedy to help? A: Steam inhalations are very effective to ease congestion, add two drops of Lavender, two Eucalyptus
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New this week
We all need space and time when we can shut the door on the mad, frantic world we live in and chill out. So take a look at the selection here, book the bathroom for a couple of hours, light some candles, pour yourself a glass of wine. . . and relax. TEMPLE
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Can you name all the Hamer Brewery pubs in north Bolton ?
OVER the years the Turton Local History Society has produced numerous excellent booklets about the area. Now they are working on a project about the Volunteer Brewery of John Hamer at Bromley Cross. "We are seeking help to identify all the names of the
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Leigh RMI at full strength squad for Chorley semi final clash
LEIGH RMI's manager, Mark Patterson hopes to field a full strength team for Tuesday's Lancashire FA Marsden Trophy semi-final clash with Chorley. Although loan signing and ex-Leeds midfielder Mark Ford will be ineligible to play most of the other players
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Boss bids to score with new pub game
SOCCER fans are to get the chance to play the beautiful game without getting their boots dirty. A big screen five-a-side computer game which 10 people can play at once is coming to Bolton this week and could soon be in pubs across the borough. Local businessman
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Elderly could die if forced to move
UP to a thousand elderly residents of more than 30 Lancashire care homes could face severe damage to their health -- or even death -- if they are forced to move, a top judge was told. Lancashire County Council has come under fire over its plans for a
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Watch this space
ARTISTS Emma Rushton and Derek Tyman have produced the specially commissioned piece In This Place for the Turnpike Gallery in Leigh. The Manchester pair examine their exhibition space through images and video. As the name suggests, the work responds to
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Whites and BBC team up to help young
BOLTON Wanderers and the BBC have teamed up to launch a new scheme to help young homeless people improve their chances of re-entering fulltime education. The BBC's Training & Development's skillXchange team and Wanderer's are working together with
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Derelict railway line to be attractive cycle route
PLANS to revamp a disused railway line running through Farnworth and parts of Great Lever for almost two miles are being discussed. The line runs from Heywood Park in Great Lever, past Lever Edge and the Royal Bolton Hospital, through two housing estates
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Town joins mass march for peace
PEACE campaigners from Bolton made their voices heard as 1.5 million people flooded central London in the biggest march Britain has ever seen. There were spectacular scenes as the crowds threaded their way through the capital, banners and placards held
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Shoppers are being driven out of town
MOTORISTS have hit out at proposals to raise car parking fees in Bolton -- inundating the Bolton Evening News with letters and e-mails. The newspaper office has a bulging postbag of complaints from drivers who are backing our campaign to prevent car park
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Community forum date
THE next meeting of the Astley Bridge and Bromley Cross Community Forum will take place on Wednesday, March 5, from 6.30pm. Anyone wanting to discuss community issues can go to the forum, at the Astley Bridge Theatre Church, Seymour Road.
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Seaside fracas: 21 arrested
TWENTY-one people are being held in connection with a fight in Blackpool in which a man was left seriously injured. The 23-year-old man, from Northamptonshire, was hurt in an altercation in a car park in Chapel Street, shortly after he left a nightclub
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Race riots revisited
ONE of the North West's leading South Asian theatre companies visits The Octagon, Bolton, with a thought provoking new drama looking at the devastating race riots that took place in Oldham in 2001. This will be Peshkar Productions' second visit to The
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The joys of winning
WANDERERS have a proud history of winning trophies and regularly featuring among the elite of English football during their 125 year existence. Traditionally the club have been a successful FA Cup side, and while the Premiership has become a greater concern
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How it all began ...
BOLTON Wanderers came into existence on August 28, 1877and have a place in football history as one of the original 12 founders of the Football League. They owe part of their origins to the village of Turton and the Kay family, who brought soccer to the
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Nat leads the Final charge
THE FA Cup final of 1958 was the one the rest of the country did not want Wanderers to win. They met Manchester United, who had done magnificently to reach the final following the Munich disaster three months before that had claimed so many of their great
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Maureen is tops
IN the Ladies Section One (Moonlight Club, Friday) the leader is Maureen Taylor by aggregate from Ellen Wareing, with Flo Bell in third and Diane Lee in fourth. Following close behind in fifth with the same points is Dot Ainsworth. Leading the Men Section
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Jobs boost as budget airline takes to skies
BUDGET airline bmibaby is to launch services from Manchester Airport, creating at least 50 jobs. Two new aircraft will be based at Manchester from May 1, flying to a number of destinations in the UK, Ireland and mainland Europe. One-way fares will start
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Botany Bay
A 19th century mill converted into a unique retail and leisure destination, Botany Bay, Chorley, really does have something for everyone. There are lots of different outlets selling the most beautiful and extraordinary gifts and, for those of you looking
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Cedar Farm
CEDAR Farm in Mawdsley is a contemporary cornucopia of arts, crafts, unique shops, a lively cafe, farm animals and a funky playground. It first opened its doors in 1987 and recently opened art@cedar farm -- exciting studios where visitors have a unique
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Imperial War Museum North
SITUATED at Salford Quays, the museum opened to visitors on July 5, 2002 and quickly became one of the most talked about museums of the year. It was created to give northern audiences access to the national collections and it has already welcomed more
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Facts on club
MAY I correct any erroneous impression implied by your recent article about the finances of Blackrod Cricket Club. The club is by no means facing financial ruin and we are well able to pay our way both now and in the foreseeable future. May I also please
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Support claim is disgraceful
THE letter on Wednesday, February 12, from Derek Boden, leader of the self-appointed North West Regional Assembly, finishes with the quite disgraceful statement that "independent opinion polls show that support for regional government is high in the North-west
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Classic divide and conquer tactics again
REGIONAL Assemblies are, once again, presented as a spontaneous measure to improve local democracy, without reference to their true provenance as an engine of the European Union. The English are to be denied a referendum on the abolition of England and
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Wake up to why town is going down
IT is heartbreaking to see the deterioration of Bolton's town centre. The diminishing number of quality shops, the empty premises, the draconian parking policies! Just when is the council going to wake up to the fact that people are deserting the town
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Vicar's opinion
DESPITE the anti-war protests over the weekend, it still looks as if war against Iraq is almost inevitable. In this situation, I find myself wondering what the outcome of such a war would be. The likelihood is that Saddam has no weapons of mass destruction
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What to do in Bolton on Tuesday
BOLTON MUSEUM, ART GALLERY & AQUARIUM, Le Mans Crescent, Bolton. Tel: 332211. www.boltonmuseums.org.uk Open Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm. Admission free. Wildlife Attractions Bolton Aquarium There are fantastic fish on display from all over the
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February 16-17
From the Evening News, February 17, 1903: Here are some choice specimens of "associated ideas" drawn forth from the schoolboy mind during the torture of examination:- "Queen Elizabeth was a vurgin Queen and she was never marrid. She was so fond of dresses
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Driver dies in smash
A MAN died and a toddler was left in a critical condition after a head-on collision in Dawbers Lane, Euxton. Ford Escort driver Michael Humphreys was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident at 3.40pm yesterday. His passenger Kieran Rice, three, was
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Drinks of the week
TIA Maria has been a favourite coffee liqueur for many years. However, those used to drinking it neat, or with ice, may be in for a nice surprise with four new ways to enjoy the drink. The Tia Maria cocktails devised include: Dark Fantasy -- a mix with
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Family of terrorist in bid for sanctuary
FAMILY and friends of loyalist terror chief Johnny "Mad Dog" Adair have left Bolton after trying to seek sanctuary in the town. Up to 25 people close to the Ulster terrorist stayed in a Bolton hotel. They were seeking refuge, fearing reprisals following
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India Gate, Chorley Road (A6), Westhoughton
IHAVE eaten at so many good Indian restaurants in recent years I had begun to believe these meals must be easy to provide. This was a huge mistake. Several weeks before Christmas, I visited the Lake District, where a nice pub I found was gleefully advertising
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What's showing on the box
SOCCER: Nationwide Division One, Leicester v Portsmouth - Sky Sports 1 1900. RACING: From Fontwell Park - Channel 4 1230. Tuesday CRICKET: World Cup, West Indies v Bangladesh - Sky Sports 3 0800 RACING: From Folkestone - Channel 4 1230.
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Boss bids to score with new pub game
SOCCER fans are to get the chance to play the beautiful game without getting their boots dirty. A big screen five-a-side computer game which 10 people can play at once is coming to Bolton this week and could soon be in pubs across the borough. Local businessman
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The Reebok week reviewed
SATURDAY: OLD habits die hard. Wanderers are just 90 seconds away from taking maximum points in their big Premiership survival battle at West Brom until Baggies' midfielder Andy Johnson snatches a dramatic equaliser in overtime. On a day when other results
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Walna Scar Road under repair
A major restoration scheme on one of the Lake District's most historic and well-used routes has been undertaken. The three mile Walna Scar Road winds its way across the moors below Coniston Old Man. After suffering years of erosion, a repair project has
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Youngsters fall short in fruit survey
YOUNGSTERS in the North-west know all about healthy diets but can not resist the lure of burgers and chips. A survey into the eating habits of 15 to 21-year-olds showed that of 10 regions surveyed nationwide, this was ranked as the fourth worst area,
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Two worlds in one night
ENSEMBLE Productions makes its debut visit to The Octagon Theatre, Bolton with Portraits In Song, a musical celebration of the works of Edith Piaf and Bertolt Brecht. Performer Elizabeth Mansfield provides gripping portraits of Piaf and Brecht, bringing
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Van blaze
A VAN was set alight and destroyed in Chester Place, Adlington, on Saturday night.
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Belmont blaze
A VAUXHALL Belmont, believed to be stolen, was dumped and set on fire on a car park next to playing fields at Edge Hill Road, Over Hulton last night.
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Man thrown from car
A MAN suffered serious facial injuries after his car collided with the central reservation and he was thrown from the vehicle. The 24-year-old from Walkden was driving along Madamswood Road, Little Hulton, in a red Seat Toledo when it careered out of
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Two hurt as cars collide
A DRIVER and his passenger were taken to hospital following a car crash in Bolton. The male motorist suffered a minor head injury and his female passenger hurt her leg when their Rover Metro collided with a Peugeot at the junction of Crompton Way and
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Knifeman mugging
A KNIFEMAN stole cash from a 25-year-old man as he walked along Hornby Street in Bury. The robber approached him from behind and told him to empty his pockets before stealing a small amount of cash and running off. He is described as white, 5ft 10ins
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Search for special youngsters
YOUNGSTERS who have made an outstanding contribution to their school or community or have shown remarkable qualities in overcoming adverse circumstances can be nominated for a "Diana" award. The deadline for spring and summer terms are March 14 and June
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Putting on the style for charity
TEN women put on their gladrags and took to the catwalk for a charity fashion show. Staff and customers of Designer Only, on Halliwell Road, strutted their stuff at Bolton Masonic Hall and raised money for several local charities. Claire Smethurst, the
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Man jailed for attack on partner
A WOMAN was left unconscious and covered in blood after a savage beating by her partner, a court was told. Steven Comber attacked Lynn Cope, strangling her to unconsciousness and smashing her in the face. The next day when Comber saw Cope's injuries he
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Three hurt in head-on collision
THREE people suffered fractures after a head-on collision between a car and a private hire vehicle in Over Hulton last night. The two vehicles, a Ford Mondeo taxi and a Rover 620 were travelling in opposite directions along Salford Road at 11.15pm when
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Bridal charity effort
A CHARITY shop in Walkden is aiming to raise money while helping couples planning to get married. St Ann's Hospice is offering quality new and end of line bridal gowns, bridesmaids dresses, shoes, hats and other accessories for a fraction of normal prices
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Name your tune at brass festival
YOUNG musicians from Smithills School Senior Band join the world famous Leyland Band in a Festival of Brass at the Victoria Hall, Bolton on February 22, 7.30pm. John Hinckley is guest conductor for Leyland, while Smithills' director of music Chris Wormald
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Home-made bomb man spared prison
A MAN who set off a home-made explosive in Bolton town centre has been given a three-year community rehabilitation order. Stephen Davies appeared at Minshull Street Crown Court, Manchester, for sentencing after he had earlier pleaded guilty to possessing
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Boss bids to score with new pub game
SOCCER fans are to get the chance to play the beautiful game without getting their boots dirty. A big screen five-a-side computer game which 10 people can play at once is coming to Bolton this week and could soon be in pubs across the borough. Local businessman
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Stylist Rebecca cut up over rises
HIGHER parking charges could lead to an increase in the number of cars being broken into or stolen on the outskirts of Bolton town centre. Police chiefs believe car owners -- instead of paying the increased rates -- will opt to park in side streets or
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Bird's eye view of Wingates - and buildings on demolition list
This aerial picture was taken over Wingates, Westhoughton, in 1981. Terry Riley, of Dixon Street, Westhoughton, tells me that the Victoria Mill shown in the foreground is being demolished and "it will be the first time that residents of houses in Church
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Injury may cost United star derby date at Reebok
DAVID Beckham, already a doubt for Manchester United's clash with Wanderers at the Reebok Stadium on Saturday with a calf injury, today sported a gash above his left eye after reportedly being accidentally struck by a boot kicked by Ferguson The England
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Do you recognise the famous face?
DAMON Gough, better known these days as well-known singer-songwriter Badly Drawn Boy, is shown here as a young boy at Bolton Lads' Club, second from the right on the back row. The picture, of St. Osmund's RC Primary School first team from the 1979/80
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What the papers are saying
THE SUN: Trevor Francis accused ref Dermot Gallagher of losing his bottle as Crystal Palace were robbed of a place in today's FA Cup quarter-final draw. DAILY MIRROR: Furious Trevor Francis last night accused bungling referee Dermot Gallagher of costing
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Second venture pays off
A FAMILY business which has branched out to a new restaurant has been Highly Commended in the BEN Eating Out awards. The Moghul's Palace on St Georges Road, Bolton opened only a matter of months ago in a landmark old building at a busy junction. It marked
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Traditional hospitality
AN HISTORIC old pub which draws customers from Bolton, Blackburn, Manchester and beyond has won a Highly Commended award. The special BEN plaque -- one of only two in the prestigious annual competition -- goes to the Strawbury Duck at Entwistle on the
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Colour Bar
WATCHING paint dry is now part of an innovative night out thanks to a colourful Manchester style bar launched by Crown Paints and Noble House Leisure Group. The Colour Bar offers visitors the chance to view and purchase cutting edge interior styles in
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Avoiding indigestion
Q: Indigestion and heartburn has been the burden of my pregnancy, can it be avoided through eating certain foods? A: Luckily your suffering is only temporary as the uterus pushes on the digestive tract and will cease after the birth of your baby. Eat
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Healthy eating for children
Q: I worry whether my children are consuming enough vitamins, do you think supplements are the best way to ensure they get all their vitamins. A: If you children eat a well-balanced and varied diet there should be no need for supplements. Five portions
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The truth about facials
Q: Is it true that facials cause spots? I am getting married soon and am considering a course of facials to improve the condition of my skin. A: In general facials do not cause spots. If your are prone to outbreaks, by having facials toxins will be drawn
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Mama mia - it's a boy!
MY DAD's back over from Sicily. He's been here for Christmas and spending as much time with his grandson as he possibly can. Which is a lot. Let me explain. My father is Sicilian. And Sicilians LOVE their sons, grandsons and nephews. In other words, to
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Bridal charity effort
A CHARITY shop in Walkden is aiming to raise money while helping couples planning to get married. St Ann's Hospice is offering quality new and end of line bridal gowns, bridesmaids dresses, shoes, hats and other accessories for a fraction of normal prices
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Are you the Will Young of Leigh?
AN ATHERTON agent is seeking talented artists to fight for the honour of becoming Leigh's 'Pop Idol.' Former DJ Steve James is seeking the best in local entertainment to take part in a 13-week long contest at Wigan Road Labour Club. Steve's Shout Promotions
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Leigh hand out warning to the title favourites
Leigh Centurions 20 Salford 20: THIS season's battle for Super League will not be a one horse race. All Sunday's evidence point to relegated Salford not getting as easy a ride as Huddersfield did last season in their quest to return to the elite division
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Millward stays defiant after Saints shocker
St Helens 0 Sydney City Roosters 38 by Chris Hall DISGRUNTLED coach Ian Millward insists Super League champions St Helens will bounce back from their World Club Challenge humiliation at the Reebok Stadium. His charges will need to haul their morale off
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Boro make point
AN 84th minute penalty rescued a point for Radcliffe Borough in an exciting 2-2 draw at Chorley. Borough opened the scoring in bizarre manner in the sixth minute when the Chorley defence hesitated believing the ball had gone out of play and Barrie Keeling
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Goal-shy Bury go down and up
SHAKERS manager Andy Preece was left counting his blessings after wasteful Bury fell to a late goal against struggling Orient only to move up a place in the Division Three table. John Martin's 87th minute winner should have proved a crushing blow to the
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Green Gold -- The Empire of Tea by Alan Macfarlane and Iris Macfarlane
MOST of us probably have at least one cup a day. Some of us probably get through several pots of the drink. And, in times of crisis and stress, it's what the British traditionally turn to as the first resort to help them through, usually with the phrase
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Town to get 50 extra beat bobbies
MORE than 50 extra police officers will be on the streets of Bolton next year after police spending plans were approved. A total of 567 new officers will be recruited over the next 12 months in the Greater Manchester area. Based on population figures,
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Region is praised for animal care
ANIMAL welfare work carried out by local authorities in the North-west has been highlighted in a good practice guide published by the RSPCA. The guide covers a wide range of animal welfare issues, including the enforcement of laws governing pet shops,
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Little Vanna smiling again
A BABY boy struck down by meningitis after being allegedly misdiagnosed is back at home with his parents. Vanna Howarth, aged six months, is on the road to recovery and is being looked after by his mother, Ann, aged 37, and father Brent, aged 47. Both
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Hunt for sniper with an air rifle
POLICE hunting a gunman who took pot shots at four people in Manchester have arrested five suspects for questioning. Four people were shot in a 10-hour period in Leicester Road and North Clifden Lane in Higher Broughton on Friday. An air rifle has been
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Tricksters are thrown out of shop
ROGUE traders who tricked shoppers into handing over sums of money for worthless plastic goods have been evicted from a Bolton town centre store. Baliffs discovered thousands of pounds worth of damage had been caused to the Oxford Street shop unit --
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Couple in fear after gang raid on home
A COUPLE were forced out of their bed by a gang armed with knives and ordered to hand over the keys to their £15,000 high-powered car during a horrific robbery at their home. The victims, who are both in their 30s, are so traumatised by what happened
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Advert ban is just a smoke screen
TOBACCO advertising had its last gasp with an official ban which has just come into force. The move has been hailed by health experts who see it as removing a vital weapon from the armoury of cigarette firms aiming to attract new smokers. But Roger Williams
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Day of prayer
THE Christian Women of Lebanon welcome people of all ages to join them in the Women's World Day of Prayer, Friday March 7, at The Salvation Army Citadel, St George's Road, Bolton, 2pm. The speaker is Major Margaret Yuill.
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Strong cast for Weakness
DONALD Churchill's play Moment of Weakness, directed by award-winning director David Taylor, is at The Lowry from February 17 to 22. The play stars television personalities Gwen Taylor, Michael Jayston and Clare Buckfield, known respectively for their
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Concert of good note
MEMBERS of the public are invited to raise their voices on Bolton Music Day. The popular event, held every two years, has already welcomed scores of people to rehearse Hadyn's, Little Organ Mass and Vivaldi's Betus Vir. The concert will be directed by
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Black day in Burnden history
THE blackest day in the history of Bolton Wanderers happened on Saturday, March 9, 1946. Stoke City were the visitors to Burnden Park for the second leg of their FA Cup sixth round tie against the Wanderers who had won the first encounter 2-0 through
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Famous club and playing legends
BOLTON Wanderers were among the few Lancashire clubs invited to attend a meeting in Manchester on April 17, 1888, to discuss a proposal to form the Football League. Alongside Wanderers were Accrington, Aston Villa, Blackburn Rovers, Burnley, Derby County
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Wanderers one of the pioneers of today's game
WORLD famous internationals playing Premiership football in the state-of-the-art surroundings of the Reebok Stadium is a testimony to how Bolton Wanderers have kept pace - often against the odds - with the progress of the game in the course of their 125
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Roaring 20s see a hat-trick of Bolton victories
THE 1920s will be remembered by Bolton Wanderers' supporters mainly for their heroes' performances in the FA Cup. They figured in the first final to be played at Wembley Stadium in 1923 and also won the coveted trophy in 1926 and 1929 using only 17 players
