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Wonderful way to remember Satwant
ON behalf of the Board and staff of Bolton at Home, I would like to express my sincere thanks for the wonderful tribute you paid to our Deputy Chief Executive, Satwant Singh, who died last week. Satwant was a committed public servant and a very dear friend
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Wishes must not be denied
IT is obvious to me that most councillors have forgotten who they are and why they are elected. They represent the wishes of the people; the people are not their subjects. To this end, one must not feel any obligation or intimidation when dealing with
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New name for town is no attraction
TO change the name to Bolton-le-Moors will not make Bolton an instant tourist attraction, getting rid of the grime of industry. It will, however, cost businesses thousands in new stationary, new logos, and what about the revenue lost when the 'old' souvenirs
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Give more respect to real mums
I AM writing to you about your Christmas Eve story, "Reunited with the mum he never knew". I have read similar stories over the years, and each time I am enraged and disgusted. The use of the terms "real mum" and "adoptive mum" are totally inappropriate
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A stealth tax in disguise
IGASP with amazement at the Government's latest "plan" to force speeding drivers to pay a special £5 levy to raise funds for victims of crime. This the latest in a long line of Government stealth tax -- which has nothing to do with promoting road safety
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The local threat of terrorism
LET us look at recent events where, locally, there have been threats of terrorism. Firstly, the spill over of violence from Northern Ireland led to a bomb being found underneath a car in a quiet street in Bolton. Who would have thought of that? Secondly
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Children's lives can still be saved in Bam
THE EARTHQUAKE in Bam, Iran, has killed over 20,000 people, leaving many thousands injured and destroying 80 per cent of the city. In the aftermath of this disaster, children who survived are now in a desperate situation, traumatised, without shelter
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Moss Bank Way construction
THOSE of us who scratch our heads at the speed limits and road markings on Moss Bank Way, Bolton cannot imagine a time when the ring road did not exist. This picture, taken on April 4, 1938, shows construction work taking place on the stretch from Astley
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Hanover pairs bowling handicap
LMRCA Club, Green Lane: Semi finals: Gary Ellis and Dave Thornley 31 Chris Morrison and Mike Garrighty 12, A Starkie and M Yarwood 31 Peter Craig and Mel Gilbert 10. Final: Gary Ellis and Dave Thornley 31 Albert Starkey and Mervin Yarwood 28. DAVE Thornley
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MEMBERS of Bolton's Gorses Crown Green Bowling Club have struck it lucky with a £6,000 facelift for their clubhouse. The clubhouse in Leverhulme Park has new carpets, shutters, a fitted kitchen and other improved facilities, thanks to the East Bolton
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Wanderers 1, Portsmouth 0: Reaction and all our reports
CHIEF Soccer Writer Gordon Sharrock reported from the Reebok. Find reaction and The Big Match Verdict plus reports from all matches this season
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Pitch causes concern
SAM Allardyce admitted he was "very concerned" about the Reebok pitch, which has had its problems in the past but has held up well so far this season. "The lads were complaining that it was a little bobbly," he explained. "It didn't run true, and it was
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Course to make better drivers
BLACKBURN Area Road Safety Association are starting a new six week course aimed at making motorists better drivers. The course begins on January 27 and includes lectures on Tuesdays and practical driving sessions on Sundays. It costs £20 for adults and
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Withins School gets a new head
A NEW headteacher has been appointed at one of Bolton's most troubled schools. Former school inspector Phil Mather will start his new job as the headteacher of the Withins School in Newby Road, Breightmet after the Easter holidays. Mr Mather is the current
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Soldiers bring battles to life
WAR veterans will soon be teaching schoolchildren about their experiences of 20th Century conflict. The former soldiers will educate the youngsters about the Second World War in a scheme being developed by Manchester's Imperial War Museum North. In a
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Never too old to learn
PEOPLE over the age of 60 have topped a tables for having an appetite for learning, according to research. Pensioners in the North are more outgoing and adventurous than those in the South when it comes to adult education, a survey by waytolearn.co.uk
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A creative Christmas for Bolton youngsters
NAOMI Liles, age 11, from St Joseph's RC School & Sports College in Horwich, demonstrated her artistic flair. She has scooped first prize in the Supply Desk's Christmas Art & Design Competition 2003 for the Bolton area. Leading teacher recruitment
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Get even not mad, says union
BOLTON'S female workers are paid, on average, nearly £85 a week less than men in the town. Research carried out by the GMB - Britain's General Union - has revealed that women in the town are only receiving around 80 per cent of the wages paid to men.
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Memories come back for exhibition visitors
MEMORIES came flooding back for the first visitors to the Bolton Evening News photographic exhibition in Westhoughton Library On display are nostalgic images of the town's fascinating past, present and future. Many of the pictures have been selected from
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Conservation area blooms with orchids
A FLIGHT of locks at the centre of a multi-million pound canal restoration project is set for a colourful summer. The Bolton Conservation Volunteers removed brambles and bushes from a nature reserve at the Nob End lock flight on the Manchester, Bolton
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Electricity cuts hit William's breathing machine
AN ASTHMA sufferer who relies on a machine to help him breathe at night fears for his health after three power cuts in a week. Every night, William Barlow wears a face mask linked to a breathing machine. But the recent power cuts which have blighted 2,200
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Famous band prepares to take on Europe's best
WORLD famous Wingates Band is taking on the cream of European talent at a prestigious competition in France this summer. The band was just one of a handful of British bands invited to appear at the French National Brass Band Championships in June, in
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Residents' chance to say their piece
RESIDENTS will have the chance to air their views at a Three Towns Community Forum next week. People living in Westhoughton, Horwich, Blackrod and Lostock are invited to the meeting at Lostock Parish Centre, Tempest Road, from 1.30pm on Wednesday January
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Never too small to be Fair Trade town
HORWICH could soon follow in Bolton's footsteps by becoming a Fair Trade town. Town councillors are keen to encourage the sale of products grown by independent producers from the Third World in the hope of achieving Fair Trade status. The town would have
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Davies' Cup Final dream
KEVIN Davies is determined to make up for the biggest disappointment of his career by spearheading Wanderers' bid for Carling Cup glory. The Reebok striker was dumped from Southampton's FA Cup Final squad last May, when Gordon Strachan brought his second
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Classes go on the road in 3D-cinema
CHILDREN are being given religious education lessons with the help of 3D-cinema. A £250,000 computer-equipped converted trailer is visiting three Bolton schols - George Tomlinson, Canon Slade and Harper Green - to take the Christian message to pupils.
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Lord of the Rings is not a big read
THE Lord of the Rings may be breaking box office records, but the films have not turned North-west teenagers on to Tolkien's original books. In a snapshot survey by educational publisher Letts Educational, teenagers studying for their GCSEs were asked
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'Lighter touch' from Ofsted
OFSTED is introducing a new lighter touch to its inspection regime for local education authorities. A revised framework for inspections of LEAs proposes a sharper, shorter inspection that places greater emphasis on self-evaluation. Less time will be spent
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Halsey spot on - Hackett
BOLTON referee Mark Halsey's controversial decisions during Sunday's Premiership clash between Aston Villa and Arsenal have been endorsed by referee supremo Keith Hackett. Villa boss David O'Leary criticised Halsey for allowing Thierry Henry to take the
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Bar smoke action urged for sick staff
BAR staff in Bolton made ill by the effects of passive smoking are being urged to take legal action by anti-smoking campaigners. ASH, the anti-smoking group, has sent letters to 170 leading firms in the hospitality trade, making clear that legal ac tion
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Matt's top title show
MATT Jones produced Horwich Cycling Club's best performance in the National Cyclo-Cross Championships in Birmingham. He finished a more than creditable fourth in the under-14s race in the championships, which were held at the city's Sutton Park. Of the
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Ex-mayor to stand for Tories
COMPANY director Philip Allott has been selected to fight the Bolton West constituency for the Conservatives at the next election. The former mayor of Knaresborough was selected to stand against Labour MP Ruth Kelly after two days of extensive interviewing
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Classes go on the road in 3D-cinema
CHILDREN are being given religious education lessons with the help of 3D-cinema. A £250,000 computer-equipped converted trailer is visiting three Bolton schols - George Tomlinson, Canon Slade and Harper Green - to take the Christian message to pupils.
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Ronald was close to Saddam's lair
AS the capture of Saddam Hussein was broadcast around the world, one Bolton man was on the fringe of all the dramatic action. Just before Christmas, Ronald Bell found himself in war-torn Iraq, part of a US-led delegation aimed at assessing the country's
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The new men who just love being a father
ARECENT study found that fathers are now becoming much more involved in the care of their children. In the past, working fathers were perceived as being the main breadwinner, while mothers stayed at home to look after the children. But according to a
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Valuable treasure stolen from museum
THREE Japanese ivory carvings worth thousands of pounds have been stolen in a daytime raid at Bolton Museum and Art Gallery. Thieves stole the highly collectable small pieces of Netsuke carvings which are more than 100 years old by unscrewing a display
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AIR MILES Manchester Football League Review of the Week
Prestwich Heys reclaimed top spot in the Premier Division in superb style with a 5-2 victory at fellow hopefuls Leigh Athletic, Abid Uddin and Derek Watson hit the back of the net twice each for Heys with Jon Garrick taking them nap, Chris Simm and Brendan
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Daten pay for missing the target
BSF Over-35s League: DATEN AFC blew their chance to go top of Division Two as they lost 2-1 at Newmarket. Paul Moore's goal was not enough for Daten - who missed several chances - as an own goal and an A Whittle strike saw Newmarket leapfrog their opponents
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Air Miles Manchester League
Premier Division P W D L F A Pts GD Prestwich Heys... 20 12 5 3 39 22 41 17 Royton Town... 18 12 3 3 49 31 39 18 Leigh Athletic... 21 10 6 5 57 36 36 21 Irlam MS... 21 11 1 9 62 41 34 21 Monton Amateurs... 20 9 5 6 35 32 32 3 Wilmslow Albion... 19 9 5
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Bolton, Bury and District Mini Soccer League
WESTHOUGHTON Jnrs, inU9 Section D, beat Horwich St Mary's 3-0 thanks to goals from Connor Miller (2) and Connor Raynor. The team deserved this win, after losing three of the last four games by the odd goal. RESULTS: U7 Section A: Westhoughton Jun Stripe
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Snow White set to start
SNOW White and The Seven Dwarfs staged by the Bethel Crowd opens at the United Reformed church, Park Road, Westhoughton, this Saturday. Runs until Saturday January 24, excluding Sunday and Thursday. Tickets are are available from 01942 793266.
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Globe show
PUPILS of Club 2000 Stage school, Horwich will perform at the Globe Theatre, Blackpool, in March, along with 10 professional singers to mark the opening of Blackpool Pleasure Beach. More than 60 children have been chosen to perform a song and dance routine
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Nigeria blast for Okocha
A SENIOR Nigerian government figure has rounded on Jay-Jay Okocha for delaying his departure for the African Nations Cup. The country's Sports and Social Development Minister, Col Musa Mohammed, is critical of the Wanderers' skipper and Arsenal striker
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Fund-raiser for Stuart
A FUND-raising evening on behalf of Stuart Crump will be held at Breightmet Labour Club this Friday Jan 23. Stuart, aged 35, of St Augustine Street, Halliwell, suffered brain damage after he was assaulted last March. The band Detour will be playing during
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Russell on the mark
SIMON Russell hit a hat-trick as Fox and Stork beat Greenfield 4-0 in the Bolton Sunday League First Division. Nathan Foster hit the other as Stork won convincingly. In the only other game to beat the weather, Pied Piper notched up a thumping 7-0 win
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Lever beaten
LITTLE Lever Sports Club's third team lost 3-2 at Old Boltonians. Ian Cole put Lever ahead, before the home side equalised. Lever regained the lead thanks to a hefty deflection off a defender, but Old Boltonians hit two more to win. Little Lever's fourth
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Amateurs set up camp in third
Lancashire Amateur League: RADCLIFFE Amateurs are leading the chase for third place in the Premier Division. A 3-0 win at Hesketh kept them two points clear of fourth spot, although they are 11 behind leaders Gregorians and second-placed Rossendale Amateurs
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Eagley hold out with nine men
Fleetwood Hesketh 1 Eagley 2: EAGLEY reached the semi-final of the West Lancs League Richardson Cup despite finishing a rousing cup tie with nine men. Goalkeeper Mark Warren was forced off 14 minutes from the end with a serious leg injury which required
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McHale arrives to give RMI a lift
LEIGH RMI new boy Kris McHale hopes his gamble of moving to the struggling Conference side will pay off. The 24-year-old Liverpool University student made his debut for the Railwaymen on Saturday, but hopes that the step up from the Unibond Premier Division
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Nutcracker serves up a festive treat
GET the tinsel back out of the loft, Christmas spirit is well and truly back on the agenda with this classic fairytale ballet. Ellen Kent and Ballet International presents the Chisinau National Ballet in Bolshoi veteran Yuri Grigorovich's Nutcracker.
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On the road again
IWOULD like to say a big thank you to the Bolton Evening News for printing the story when my bike was stolen, because of that, Alex Pollard, owner of Pedal Power, donated a bike. Without the story it would have taken a long time to save up for a new one
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Fred sets a fine example
MAY I publicly thank our own 'Fred Dibnah' for a thoroughly enjoyable 60 minutes' viewing on BBC2 on Thursday, January 7. You would not think that this special man could improve on his chimney exploits. Rolled into one hour we had, in abundance, education
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Free owl from life in pub
I REFER to, "It's a hoot", Bolton Evening News, January 14. I am appalled that an owl is kept to amuse drinkers in a town centre pub. I dread to imagine the horrors it must be accustomed to - smoke, noise, heat, to name a few. Animals are not on this
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Speed bumps don't slow down the young drivers
I RECENTLY had first-hand proof that Cllr Harkin's speed bump ideas are not working. At 3.30pm, I was on Auburn Street in Daubhill collecting some electronic equipment from a customer's house. As I returned to the van with some of the equipment, I could
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Pull the plug on fluoride
I WOULD like to thank Mr Gary Titley, New Labour MEP, for enlightening us about our European Rights on issues such as fair deal at work, consumer protection and the environment. Yet again, in his excitement, he appears to have missed some of the real
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St Mary's football team ready for kick-off
THESE fine young lads represented St Mary's school football team in Bridge Street, Bolton, in 1951/52. Mr Tom Harrington of Westfield Road, Bolton, (that's him fifth from the left on the back row) sent me the picture with an admirably detailed caption
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900 years of history on website
THOSE of you who enjoy researching things might appreciate this information. I have had a press release from the National Archives in London telling me that history graduate Charmian Brownrigg from Penwortham, near Preston, has won the Royal Historical
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Man is held in terror probe
A MAN has been arrested in Bolton in connection with the discovery of ammunition and guns in a series of houses searches in Belfast. William Woods, thought to be a former member of the Ulster Defence Association's C Company, was arrested by detectives
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DJ dies in motorway horror plunge
THE body of a popular Bolton DJ lay undiscovered for nine hours after his car plunged into a gulley at the side of a motorway. Mitchell Brown's mobile phone rang beside his dead body for hours as his frantic mum and girlfriend tried to contact him. Mitchell
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Villa aim to take anger out on Whites
MARK Delaney has urged his Villa team mates to take out their frustrations on Wanderers in Wednesday's Carling Cup semi-final at the Reebok. The Welsh international defender was still fuming at the part Bolton-based referee Mark Halsey played in Sunday's
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We want woods
TWO thirds of people living in the North-west would like to see more woodland, a new survey from the Forestry Commission has revealed.
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Peace of mind
AN EIGHT week meditation course aimed at developing inner peace and contentment is being run at the Friends Meeting House on Silverwell Street, Bolton from February 2. Contact Lisa Bracewell on 0161 861 7012.
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TV's Alan helps charity cash in
LOTTO voicemaster Alan Dedicoat helped Terry Wogan's TOGGS raise £721.16 for Children in Need when he hosted a quiz show in Leigh. Staff at The Greyhound Motel provided conference room facilities free of charge for the 50 contestants.
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Show night for Stuart
A FUNDRAISING evening on behalf of Stuart Crump will be held at Breightmet Labour Club on Friday, January 23. Stuart, aged 35, of St Augustine Street, Halliwell, suffered brain damage after he was assaulted last March. The band Detour will be playing
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You're a liar Blair, says Bolton pupil
A BOLTON schoolgirl took Tony Blair to task on Monday night in front of a TV audience of millions. Ashley Gavin, aged 15, a Thornleigh Salesian College pupil, appeared on the BBC 2 Newsnight programme as part of a panel questioning the Prime Minister
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Diana award for Dean
A 15 YEAR old Farnworth school pupil has become the latest Bolton youngster to receive a prestigious Diana award. Dean Glover, who attends Harper Green School, has been awarded the Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Award for Young People, in recognition
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Village grows in strength
A VILLAGE association set up 18 months ago has been a big success by helping to improve the quality of life for residents in Blackrod. The Blackrod Village Association (BVA) was established in March 2002 to help promote and improve the community, tackle
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Delays after M60 crash
MOTORISTS in the Bolton area faced long tailbacks after a car was in collision with a lorry on the M60. Two anti-clockwise lanes were closed near junction 13 at Worsley following the crash just after 10am on Tuesday. No one was injured but there were
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MEP fights to keep the 'Made in Britain' labels
A EURO MP is slamming European Union proposals to replace "Made in Britain" labels with a "Made in the EU" label. The plans currently being discussed would see the "Made in the EU" label introduced for all products manufactured in member states. But North-west
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OAPs conned by two bogus callers
POLICE have issued an alert after two elderly pensioners were tricked then burgled by doorstep conmen in Heaton. A man claiming to be from Bolton Council knocked at the door of an 81-year-old woman at Thaxted Place, and told her he wanted to check the
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Famous band prepares to take on Europe's best
WORLD famous Wingates Band is taking on the cream of European talent at a prestigious competition in France this summer. The band was just one of a handful of British bands invited to appear at the French National Brass Band Championships in June, in
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Mobile cameras hope to curb gang trouble
MOBILE CCTV patrols to combat growing levels of anti-social behaviour could be deployed in Little Lever. Council chiefs have assured worried residents that their call for more CCTV cameras will be assessed. Councillors, police and members of the public
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Town bids to make lights burn brighter
A TOWN centre could shine even brighter next Christmas if plans to extend its festive lighting scheme gets the go-ahead. Councillors in Horwich said they would like to put up more decorations to attract people to the area. Last Christmas, the festive
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Withins School gets a new head
A NEW headteacher has been appointed at one of Bolton's most troubled schools. Former school inspector Phil Mather will start his new job as the headteacher of the Withins School in Newby Road, Breightmet after the Easter holidays. Mr Mather is the current
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Chinese New Year celebrations to hit bus services
BUS passengers are advised that the annual Chinese New Year celebrations taking place in Manchester on Sunday will affect bus services entering and leaving the city centre. Various road closures mean that many bus services, including the free city centre
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Student leader slams MP over top-up fees
AN ANGRY student leader has asked to meet with MP Ruth Kelly to discuss why she supports university tuition top up fee plans. Wayne Taylor, President of Bolton Institute Students Union, has written a letter to the Bolton West MP requesting she explain
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Bread advert singers are rising stars
RISING stars from a Bolton school are the new singing sensations behind a Warburtons TV commercial. Ten excited youngsters from Withins High School travelled to Gracielands Studios in Rochdale to record their specially rehearsed version of the hymn, Morning
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Bolton lack the finishing touch
Bolton 10 Burnage 15 BOLTON were forced to play their game in hand at the weekend, against their will. Burnage failed to turn up in October and have as yet been punished, while Bolton were instructed to rearrange the game for Saturday against their wishes
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More schools fail inspection
THE number of schools branded by inspectors as failing rose sharply last year. The Office for Standards in Education placed 24 per cent more schools in special measures during 2002/3 than it did in 2001/2. The number of schools in England failing an inspection
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New look at pupils' claims
TEACHERS accused of wrong-doing by pupils will not be automatically suspended if Government plans get the go-ahead. Ministers are asking for comments on proposals for more detailed guidance on how to deal with allegations. It is part of a wider consultation
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Hare courser in court for trespass
A LITTLE Lever man has been convicted of trespass after being caught hare coursing on farmland in Lancashire. William Rogers, a PVC fitter, aged 40, of Hall Lane Caravan Site, Little Lever, pleaded guilty to trespassing on land at Grange Farm, Lower Lane
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Lights, cameras, now let's see you take action
YOUNG film-makers have delivered a hard-hitting message to councillors, demanding greater investment in the area where they live. Councillors watched a 30-minute film by three youth groups in Farnworth at a private viewing at Mere Hall on Wednesday night
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Police hunt man who raped girl, 14, in park
POLICE are hunting for a man who raped a 14-year-old girl at a beauty spot in Tyldesley. The teenager was walking alone through Astley Park when the rapist -- thought to be a man aged in his late teens -- approached her from behind. Detectives say the
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Town's bypass safety appeal
BLACKROD councillors are stepping up their campaign for traffic safety measures at an accident blackspot. The councillors have been fighting for 30 years to have some form of safety measure installed at the junction of the A6 Blackrod by-pass and Manchester
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Organs scandal mum backs families
A MOTHER who had to endure three funerals for her son following the Alder Hey organ scandal is backing other families who are suing the National Health Service for compensation. Denise Green, who has recently moved from Bolton to Stretford, says taking
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Bodies are to be removed and reburied
UP to ten bodies are set to be dug up and moved from the site of a former burial ground to make way for a new development. The buried remains are due to be delicately exhumed from the site in Chapel Street, Farnworth then re-interred at Farnworth Cemetery
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Misha makes TV debut as a leading lady
WORSLEY teenager Misha Timmins has taken her first steps towards stardom. The 15-year-old Bridgewater School pupil began rehearsals yesterday for her role as one of two main female characters in a new TV comedy drama about teenagers. It was third time
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Five-goal show takes Heys top
Air Miles Manchester Football League: PRESTWICH Heys reclaimed top spot in the Premier Division with a 5-2 victory at fellow hopefuls Leigh Athletic. Abid Uddin and Derek Watson hit the back of the net twice each for Heys in a thrilling match, with Jon
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Late leveller forces boys to play again
BOLTON under-14s must try again to secure a place in the Greater Manchester School's Talbot Cup after drawing 1-1 with Manchester in Fallowfield on Saturday. In a bright first-half performance, Bolton took the lead after 10 minutes, when Paul Christie
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Show night for Stuart
A FUNDRAISING evening on behalf of Stuart Crump will be held at Breightmet Labour Club on Friday, January 23. Stuart, aged 35, of St Augustine Street, Halliwell, suffered brain damage after he was assaulted last March. The band Detour will be playing
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West Lancs League
Division Premier P W D L F A Pts Kirkham & Wesham... 18 14 4 0 53 14 46 Fulwood Amateurs... 23 12 5 6 52 41 41 Coppull United... 21 9 11 1 47 26 38 Dalton United... 21 11 3 7 50 39 36 Charnock Richard... 19 10 1 8 43 41 31 Eagley... 19 9 3 7 46 26
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The Redrow Lancashire Amateur Football League
Premier Division P W D L F A Pts GD Gregorians... 19 13 4 2 48 16 43 32 Rossendale Ams... 19 13 4 2 37 21 43 16 Radcliffe Amateurs... 15 10 2 3 45 19 32 26 Chaddertonians... 17 9 3 5 44 33 30 11 Bolton Lads Club... 18 8 5 5 33 20 29 13 St Clements...
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Stage is set for Snow White
SNOW White and The Seven Dwarfs staged by the Bethel Crowd opened at the United Reformed Church, Park Road, Westhoughton, last Saturday and runs until this coming Saturday, excluding Thursday. Curtain-up is at 7.15 pm. The tickets are on sale from The
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Burns knees-up
THE Three Scots Tenors -- David Fauld, Mark Thompson and Fraser Simpson -- celebrate Burns Night with Burns & Beyond next Saturday at the Opera House, Manchester. This special evening will be dedicated to Scottish poet and songwriter Robert Burns
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Theatre staging classic tale
FARNWORTH Little Theatre is staging The Railway Children which opens this Saturday and then runs from January 26 to 31. Amy Collins, Tom May and Roxanna Kennedy play the siblings who have to settle for a new life in the country and become fascinated by
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Bolton & District Sunday Football League
Sponsored by Concord Conservatory Roofs Ltd Division One FOX & STORK...4 GREENFIELD...0 Russell 3, Foster 1 PIED PIPER...7 CLIFTON RANGERS...0 Knight 3, Callan 2, Trainor 1, Porter snr
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Brassed Off gets its amateur premiere
BOLTON Little Theatre will notch up a "first" as part of their next season. Members will stage the local amateur premiere of the stage version of Brassed Off in May. The theatre has announced readings/casting dates for some of their forthcoming productions
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Charity benefit
ATHERTON Charity Cup football competition raised £1,200 for local charities last year, including £250 for Wigan & Leigh Hospice and £200 for Manchester Children's Hospital. Breightmet United won the event with the 3-1 defeat of Atherton Town and they
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Powell secures semi-final spot
Blackrod Town 1 Wyre Villa 0: LEE Powell's second-half winner saw Blackrod through to the semi-finals of the Richardson Cup. Powell headed in Mark Callow's free kick to avenge Blackrod's league defeat at the hands of Wyre Villa seven days earlier. With
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Comedy is set in Kerry
STONES in His Pockets, Marie Jones' multi-award-winning international and West End hit comedy, opens at Bolton's Octagon Theatre on Wednesday night Partly based on playwright Marie Jones' experience on film sets, Stones In His Pockets is a comedy set
