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Orchestral manoeuvres for Weaver Tony's son
THE son of Houghton Weavers lead singer Tony Berry has hit the right note by winning a place in the National Children's Orchestra. But, while 12-year-old Tom is delighted by his success, he is unsure about following in his father's footsteps as a professional
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More working women made up
WOMEN who wear make-up to an interview have a better chance of getting the job than those who do not. A survey shows that many employers believe that a woman who does not wear cosmetics is not making an effort. The survey, from the Aziz Corporation communications
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Busy Bob gets it in the bag
BOB Fearnhead has been busy again, catching tiny fish to bag with a couple of wins on Doe Hey. Wednesday Open: 1 Fearnhead 3-9-0, 2 Martin Liptrot 2-15-0, 3 Gary McClelland 2-11-0. Sunday Open: 1 Bob Fearnhead 2-14-0, 2 Gary Walker 1-14-0, 3 M. Ormrod
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In defence of polite pupils
IN reply to the letter, "School Bus Nightmare", I would just like to redress the balance. Recently I had cause to board a bus on Withins Lane in the late afternoon. When the bus arrived it was packed with pupils and, having heard adverse comments about
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Politics lacks integrity
WITH reference to G R Williams' letter in last Monday's Bolton Evening News, I couldn't agree more with his message, "Give Liberals a chance". Having voted Liberal all my life, I have noticed after every General Election the turnout is lower than the
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Residents deserve open spaces
IAM saddened and disappointed that Cllr Wilkinson had to resort to cheap political jibes on a very serious environmental and planning issue that will affect all the residents of Westhoughton, and indeed elsewhere in the borough. The residents of Westhoughton
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Thanks for the donations
CHILDREN traumatised by earthquake will need help in the weeks to come. I would like to express my sincere thanks to everyone who sent donations to help Iran's children in the aftermath of the terrible earthquake that struck the city of Bam in the early
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Break-ins at homes are linked
POLICE are linking two burglaries on the same road that took place within hours of each other. In the first, thieves sneaked in through an unlocked front door of a house and took personal items including two purses. Police believe the thieves then entered
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Folk charity bash
FOLK fans can look forward to an impressive line up of performers in Chorley at an evening of music this month. Chorley charities will also be delighted to hear about the event, as they will be reaping in the proceeds. Popular folk singers Trouble At'
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Hockey -Defensive lapses cost Brooks
NOT for the first time this season Brooks looked the stronger team in the opening minutes and gave their opponents problems. But when the home side made a rare attack Brooks' defence backed off to block Holden's view and Lancaster's centre scored. Brooks
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Hold-up at cop shop
A MAJOR refurbishment of Chorley Police Station is under way to make life easier for visitors and staff. The work, costing £1.4 million, will result in a complete modernisation of the St Thomas's Road building. But visitors are being warned they will
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'Give us what we deserve'
A WAR veteran has hit out at the Government, accusing it of providing insufficient benefits for ex-servicemen. George Topping, 84, from Adlington, served in France during the Second World War for the Royal Artillery as a driver and radio operator and
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Stars of the future
THERE are just five weeks to go until the glittering final of The Citizen's Big Gig competition and the ten hopefuls are making their final preparations. The competition, jointly organised by The Citizen, Chorley Borough Council and the South Lancashire
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Refused a room for being black
A WOMAN has been awarded damages by a judge after a Chorley hotelier turned her away from his guesthouse because she was black. Fay McGowan won £1,500 this week after she took the owner of the Theatre Hotel, Dole Lane, to court because he refused her
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Tragedy of meningitis boy Nathan
AN eight-year-old boy has died after contracting a rare form of meningitis. Nathan Macari, a pupil at Crompton Fold Primary School, Breightmet, was diagnosed with a bacterial strain of the deadly disease and died at the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital
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Dream start can save Pompey - Sam
SAM Allardyce has drawn on personal experience to suggest that Portsmouth's storming start to the season will stand them in good stead when the battle for Premiership survival reaches fever pitch. Pompey went top of the table when they beat Wanderers
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Women in hi-tech invitation
WOMEN can find out more about computer studies at Bolton Institute on Wednesday, January 21. Senior lecturer Poppy Pickard will be talking about "Studying Technology" and "Women into Technology" at two, hour-long sessions at 3pm and 6pm in Conference
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Meet deadline to ensure New Year is less taxing
START 2004 as you mean to go on, by meeting the deadline for tax returns. If you have received a self-assessment tax form and have not returned it, you must do so before January 31 or risk a £100 fine. Richard Garrod, a tax partner with accountants Mazars
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Store reopensafter ram raid
RAM raiders escaped empty-handed after a raid at Kwik Save, in Longcauseway, Farnworth. A 4X4 was driven into a brick wall at the supermarket in a bid to dislodge a Royal Bank of Scotland cash machine at 10pm on Tuesday. The vehicle was found abandoned
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Rugby union - Promising display gives hope for future
PLAYING on the Astley Village mud flats, Chorley were desperate to put the disappointment of last week's performance behind them. The game opened with a period when both sides tried to run with the ball, but the boggy conditions prevented any clean breaks
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Women in hi-tech invitation
WOMEN can find out more about computer studies at Bolton Institute on Wednesday, January 21. Senior lecturer Poppy Pickard will be talking about "Studying Technology" and "Women into Technology" at two, hour-long sessions at 3pm and 6pm in Conference
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Men raid shop
TWO men threatened the manageress of a Bolton town centre shop and ordered her to hand over the takings. They entered the Health Rack in Deansgate at about 3.30pm and demanded cash. One of the thieves was Asian with shaven head and he was accompanied
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Takeaway gets a cool response
PLANS for another takeaway in Westhoughton town centre have received a frosty reception from the town council. The food outlet is planned for the the site of a former dry cleaners in Market Street, but councillors fear the town could become swamped with
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Marching with the band
A TOP military band gave a concert for Bolton school children. The band of the Kings Normandy Division, based at Weeton Barracks, Preston, treated pupils at Harper Green School, Farnworth, to a workshop and then a performance. Youngsters from St Joseph's
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Watch the birdie
BOLTON residents are being urged to take part in the 25th RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch on January 24 and 25. Last year, 6,380 people took part across Greater Manchester, when the starling was recorded as the most common garden bird in the county. Residents
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The top girls outshine the head boys
BOLTON School Girls Division has topped the town's GCSE league tables once again - despite a marking fiasco in one subject. 2003 Second School Performance Tables The school had to have all their GCSE English Literature papers marked again and regraded
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Club's bill boost
A YOUNG people's community group has been awarded £500 to help with the cost of their electricity bill. Wally's, also known as Hulton Lane club room, was set up to care for people under the age of 18 and aims to promote a better environment for young
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Beer bash will help boost hospice funds
BRITAIN'S best beers, good music and wholesome food should prove a potent mix to tempt and satisfy the hordes due to converge on Atherton for the Bent and Bongs Beer Bash. Drinkers will raise their glasses at the three-day festival at the Formby Hall
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Bolton Sunday League fixtures:
Open Cup First Round: Britannia Farnworth v Bottom Bull. Premier Division: Jolly Waggoner v Greenwood; Horwich Vic v Queens; Hare/Hounds v Tonge Moor Con Club. First Division: Ladybridge v Smithills; Fox/Stork v Greenfield; Piped Piper v Clifton Rangers
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Duvet drama
I DELIVERED a duvet and cover to a launderette on Pall Mall, Chorley. I returned at 4.15pm to find it had been picked up by a woman, with two children, who the proprietor thought was my wife. Unfortunately I have never been married or have had a girlfriend
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Collieries on a roll
ATHERTON Collieries -- without a match last Saturday -- return to North West Counties League action when they host Alsager Town. Alan Lord's newly-assembled squad is in good heart, having taken seven points from the last nine, but Saturday's opponents
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No holiday fun for parents
I WAS disappointed to hear that the Government is thinking of penalising parents who take their children on holiday during the school term. I would like to think that we are making excellent progress under the Labour government, ie flexible working practices
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Aegon West Lancashire League fixtures:
Richardson Cup Round Two: Charnock Richard v Kirkham/Wesham; Fleetwood Hesketh v Eagley; Wyre Villa v Blackrod Town. President's Cup Round Two: Millom v Tempest United. Houston Cup Round Two: Blackrod Town v BAC/EE Preston. Division Two: Crosshills v
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RMI gear up for vital clash
LEIGH RMI aim to turn the disappointment of the FA Trophy controversy to their advantage when they take on fellow relegation strugglers Farnborough Town on Saturday. RMI face the threat of being kicked out of the FA Trophy, if they are found guilty of
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All health staff face checks after Soham
HEALTHCARE staff who come into contact with children in Bolton could be vetted for any criminal allegations, as a response to the Soham murders. Bolton Primary Care Trust Board has agreed that moves should be made to ensure all presently employed staff
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Cameras on M6
MOBILE speed cameras could be used to slow traffic and stop accidents on the M6 in the North-west. The speed traps are some of the measures which have been suggested to improve safety in the Warrington and Wigan areas the Highways Agency says.
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Camera cash meeting
A MEETING between Westhoughton Town Council and the town's traders is being held on Monday to try and solve a security camera cash crisis which could see the system axed. The long-running saga, which has so far seen traders refuse to come up with half
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Students opting for an 'OU' course
A GROWING number of young students are enrolling on Open University courses. In the Manchester, Lancashire, and Cheshire areas 13 per cent more students under the age of 21signed up for undergraduate courses this year. Figures have shot up from 409 registrations
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Organ donor scheme under the microscope
THE nurse in charge of organ donation at the Royal Bolton Hospital has said the Government are "wasting an opportunity" to help the hundreds of people on transplant waiting lists. Donor Liaison Nurse Fiona Wilkinson said the new Human Tissue Bill currently
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Wife lake murder charge man bailed
A MAN accused of murdering his wife whose body was found in a lake almost 28 years ago has been granted bail by magistrates. Gordon Park, 59, is accused of murdering his teacher wife Carol in July 1976. Her body was discovered by amateur divers in Coniston
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Wicketkeeper plea
BOLTON Cricket League side Eagley are looking for a first team wicketkeeper for the coming season. Contact Greg Salt 01204 302030 for details
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Bread puinch is a winner
BOB Rothwell won the open match on the Bolton Canal with roach for 11lbs-14ozs., and like all the framers he fished bread punch. Bob Terry senior was second with 8lbs-14ozs, Joe Lawrenson third 8lbs-11ozs and Dave Hanson fourth with 6lbs-10ozs.
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Trains gave way to Water Place
Re Mrs Halstead's question regarding what was there before The Water Place. As licensee of the Clifton Arms on Newport Street for 20 years, I saw all the new developments that took place on that site. Previous to Dawes Street car park -- Bolton's biggest
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Fair play over council tax
ON October 10, 2003, Kent County Council suggested other council tax payers should pay about 1.3 per cent extra, so that payment by its 130,000 pensioner households rose by only 2.5 per cent. Local government minister Nick Raynsford said the New Local
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Bradshaw nets
BRADSHAW Cricket Club are holding their indoor nets at Sharples Sports Centre on Tuesdays (U11s U13s) 7.30 - 8.30 and Turton Sports Centre on Thursdays (U13 and U15s) 7.30 - 8.30 and (U18s to seniors) 8.30 - 9.30. All new and current players welcome.
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Pupils get head start
IT'S a case of changes at the top for two local schools -- Eccleston Primary welcomes new headteacher Elizabeth Fletcher, while St Gregory's has a new deputy head, Darren Darbyshire. Mrs Fletcher takes from over at the school in Doctors Lane from the
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Death crash horror
A YOUNG man who died after an early morning crash may have fallen asleep at the wheel, an inquest heard. Nicholas Easton, 26, of Meadow Way, Coppull, was driving his Vauxhall Astra on the A49 towards Eccleston when it hit a Toyota Celica driven by elderly
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Parents angry at nursery threat
PARENTS have hit out at Chorley Borough Council's decision to cut funding for a nursery which could lead to its closure. Happy Days nursery on King Street, Chorley, is set to close on March 31 unless alternative funding can be found. The council has defended
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Medic saved man who died SIX times
A PATIENT who "died" six times on the way to hospital after suffering a heart attack has said a huge thank-you to the paramedic who saved his life. Alan Nuttall, aged 56, who was the first patient to be admitted to the Royal Bolton Hospital Coronary Care
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Injured rally pair rue toughest ever Dakar
INTREPID motorbikers Steven Rogers and Kurt Luby believe that they fell foul of one of the Dakar Rally's toughest ever courses after they bowed out of the race within hours of each other. The two riders were forced to quit the 26th running of the annual
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HARRY Redknapp is giving Manchester City playmaker Eyal Berkovic an Eric Cantona-style role to save
Berkovic, who made his debut in the 4-2 victory over City last weekend, will operate in a free role behind Yakubu Ayegbeni at the Reebok tomorrow and Redknapp has told his Portsmouth players to give the Israeli international the ball at every opportunity
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Barness U-turn shock
ANTHONY Barness is back at the Reebok after having his loan move to West Ham called off at the eleventh hour. Sam Allardyce recalled the utility defender, who trained with the Hammers on Thuesday, after an unproductive search for defensive cover. Barness
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Phoenix dig deep for Cardiff point.
Devils 1 Phoenix 1, after overtime: Missing four players, Manchester Phoenix dug deep into their reserves of character to take a hard-fought point from a 1-1 tie in the Welsh National Ice Rink. Out shot and largely out chanced by the home side, Phoenix
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Mother's danger road crusade
A MOTHER fears a child could be killed on a busy Farnworth road used daily by pupils from three local schools. Hazel Broome is campaigning for the installation of more safe crossing points to slow down or stop traffic on Highfield Road near to St James
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Football - Gelder resumes academy role with Magpies
AFTER an enforced break caused by Guiseley being involved in the FA Trophy, Chorley are back in the UniBond First Division fray on Saturday. They travel to Shildon aiming to complete a league double over Bishop Auckland, whom they defeated 2-1 at Victory
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Lynx delight at Smyth's arrival
CHORLEY Lynx have boosted their squad ahead of the new season by signing former Warrington and Widnes winger Rob Smyth. The 26-year-old former Super League player has signed a 12 month contract with Lynx after joining the club on a free transfer. Lynx
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Two comps at Bradshaw Hall
BRADSHAW Hall Fisheries have announced the start of two competitions. Wednesday Opens start on January 21. Entry fee is £12. To book on ring 01204 307197 or Brian on 07817 114137. The second series is 'The Bradshaw Hall Bonanza 2004. Again on Lake 4 the
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Musclemen's calendar raises £500 for Christie's
MUSCLE-mad regulars at a Horwich gym have raised more than £500 for charity with a fundraising calendar. Members of Jay's Gym in Horwich stripped off for the calendar to raise money for the Christie Hospital in memory of gym regular and black belt karate
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School farm to reopen soon pledge
THE popular farm at The Deane School will reopen by Easter after a refurbishment programme, managers promised today. The farm, the only one of its kind in Bolton, was ordered to close temporarily by health and safety officials in October after fears were
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Fun-size marathon
BUPA is to sponsor the second Great Manchester Run, on May 23. More than 10,000 runners are due to make their way through the city centre. Visit www.bupa.co.uk/running or www.greatrun.org for details. BUPA is to sponsor the second Great Manchester Run
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Orchestral manoeuvres for Weaver Tony's son
THE son of Houghton Weavers lead singer Tony Berry has hit the right note by winning a place in the National Children's Orchestra. But, while 12-year-old Tom is delighted by his success, he is unsure about following in his father's footsteps as a professional
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Support for family help group
HOME-START Bolton is looking for volunteers to help people cope with the pressures of family life. Volunteers are needed to lend a sympathetic ear, help with children and provide a listening post for parents and their families. Depression, difficulties
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Hunt for XR2 driver after crash
POLICE are hunting the driver of a car which failed to stop after it crashed into two other vehicles. A Ford Fiesta XR2 was travelling along Walker Fold Road near to the junction of Edge Lane, Bolton, when the driver attempted to overtake another car
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Becks pad for sale - for £450,000
THE plush bachelor pad where England footballer David Beckham lived before he became a world famous star is up for sale for a cool £450,000. The luxury four-bedroom house in Worsley, just a few miles from United's Old Trafford ground, was home to Becks
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Sam moves in on top defender
SAM Allardyce has made a move to sign Bordeaux centre-back Kodjo Afanou. The 26-year-old Togo-born defender is training with Wanderers with a view to joining the club after cutting short a short-term deal with d'Al Ain Sports et Cultura in the United
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Schools in contest for fewer pupils than ever
A HEADTEACHER has spoken of the pressures his school will face if a nearby primary school decides to admit more pupils. Chris Caldwell, Headteacher of Top o' th' Brow Primary School, Breightmet, has said he is dismayed that nearby Red Lane School may
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The top girls outshine the head boys
BOLTON School Girls Division has topped the town's GCSE league tables once again - despite a marking fiasco in one subject. 2003 Second School Performance Tables The school had to have all their GCSE English Literature papers marked again and regraded
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Thank you
ST JOHN Ambulance in Lancashire would like to express its sincere gratitude for the support received over the past year from the Chorley Citizen. Publication of news release has been invaluable in recognising the commitment and achievements of our volunteers
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Help the WRVS
JANUARY is a traditional time for making resolutions. May I suggest This year readers resolve to help others in their local community by volunteering a few hours once a week for Women's Royal Voluntary Service. WRVS aims to help people maintain independence
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Luker set for Borough return
RADCLIFFE Borough hope to have captain Davey Luker back in the side for Saturday's Unibond Premier Division trip to Worksop. Luker limped out of last Saturday's 6-2 defeat at Gainsborough Trinity after just eight minutes with a dead leg. Manager Kevin
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Schools face cup weekend
BOLTON under-14s chase a place in the last four of the Greater Manchester Schools' Talbot Cup when they travel to the Armitage Centre in Fallowfield to take on Manchester on Saturday (10.30am). A 3-0 win over St Helens in the first round of the North-west
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West Lancs League fixtures
Richardson Cup Round Two: Charnock Richard v Kirkham/Wesham; Fleetwood Hesketh v Eagley; Wyre Villa v Blackrod Town. President's Cup Round Two: Millom v Tempest United. Houston Cup Round Two: Blackrod Town v BAC/EE Preston. Division Two: Crosshills v
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Gulliver travels to Scunthorpe
SHAKERS are set to take on one of their former players and two Wanderers men when they visit Scunthorpe United on Saturday. Middlesbrough central defender Phil Gulliver, who played 11 games on loan to the Shakers between October and December, has joined
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A;ll the first class fixtures
PREMIERSHIP, Nationwide and Conference games WANDERERS v Portsmouth Everton v Charlton Man City v Blackburn Middlesbrough v Leicester Southampton v Leeds Tottenham v Liverpool Wolverhampton v Man Utd (12.30pm) Nationwide Division One Bradford v Cardiff
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Lancashire Amateur League fixtures
WHO plays where Premier Division: Gregorians v Prairie United; Old Blackburnians v Rochdale St Clements; Rossendale Amateurs v Chaddertonians; Bolton County v Old Boltonians; Lymm v Bury GSOB; Hesketh Casuals v Radcliffe Amateurs; Bolton Lads Club v Little
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Council tax plan is a 'sham'
MOVES to give voters their say on council tax increases have been condemned as a sham by leading Conservatives. Town Hall bosses have called a series of public meetings to allow residents to put across their views as party bosses prepare to draw-up one
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Getting on track with new services director
BOLTON train travellers can now route complaints or comments on rail services to the area's new Operations Director. Taking up the post is David Hooper, who joined First North Western on January 12, and will be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery
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Schools in contest for fewer pupils than ever
A HEADTEACHER has spoken of the pressures his school will face if a nearby primary school decides to admit more pupils. Chris Caldwell, Headteacher of Top o' th' Brow Primary School, Breightmet, has said he is dismayed that nearby Red Lane School may
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Video aims to curb attacks
VIDEOS produced by bus chiefs in a bid to combat vandalism and crime will be shown to pupils in schools across Little Hulton. They will be the first to see the five short videos before they are seen at schools throughout Greater Manchester. The videos
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Mother's danger road crusade
A MOTHER fears a child could be killed on a busy Farnworth road used daily by pupils from three local schools. Hazel Broome is campaigning for the installation of more safe crossing points to slow down or stop traffic on Highfield Road near to St James
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Union boss voices Fire Bill fears
A BOLTON Fire Brigades' Union representative has branded the Government's latest reform bill for the fire service as potentially dangerous. Ralph Twiss, FBU representative for Bolton and Wigan, said he had serious reservations about the Fire and Rescue
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Becks pad for sale - for £450,000
THE plush bachelor pad where England footballer David Beckham lived before he became a world famous star is up for sale for a cool £450,000. The luxury four-bedroom house in Worsley, just a few miles from United's Old Trafford ground, was home to Becks
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Ba signs new deal
FORMER France international Ibrahim Ba has agreed a new contract with Wanderers, which will keep him at the Reebok for the remainder of the season with the possibility of extending the deal for another year.
