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Well done, Ashley
MY family, friends and I congratulate Miss Ashley Gavin for calling Mr Tony Blair a liar. She is spot on with her comments. Mr Mohamed Blackburn Road, Bolton
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British jobs do not depend on Europe
KEVIN Meagher states as a fact that three in five British jobs depend on Europe, and accuses Eurosceptics of telling half-truths, distortions and downright lies. Unfortunately this is typical of the Pro-European lobby's approach of scaremongering and
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Whatever the name, it is in Lancashire
IT is surprising to note from the volume of letters following Cllr Harkin's suggestion to change Bolton's name, that there are still many people who mistakenly think that Greater Manchester is part of Bolton addresses. Bolton is not, and never has been
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Fast drivers need to get the hump
EDDIE Dicker does not like speed humps. But then, who does? They ruin good roads, have been said by Mr Dicker to damage cars, they cause noise and pollution, are a pain in the back and undoubtedly slow down essential services which could result in loss
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Cricket: McDonald gives back word!
RAMSBOTTOM Cricket Club have failed in their bid to sign Australian all-rounder Andrew McDonald. The Victoria ace has told the Rams that he will not be joining them despite agreeing terms with the Lancashire League club. It is thought the player is in
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Attack victim, 80, prayed for her life
AN 80-year-old Bolton woman prayed for her life as she was punched in the face during a terrifying robbery ordeal in her home. Kathleen Boyce was attacked by a merciless burglar after she was woken by noises during the night. The man threatened the elderly
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Jay-Jay on TV in Africa
YOU can see Jay-Jay Okocha in action in the African Cup of Nations in Tunisia this week. BBC Three is showing live action of most games including Okocha's first game for Nigeria against Morocco on Tuesday, January 27. BBC Three is showing the match live
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Training adds up
TWO Bolton men have qualified as chartered accountants with a local firm. Richard Massey and Jordan Bolton have completed three-year training contracts at Bolton accounting firm Warings. Mr Massey attended the Deane School and North Bolton Sixth Form
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Last chance for awards
BOLTON Businesses have just a week to enter the prestigious Northwest Business Environment Awards 2004. Celebrating the success of the region's innovators to combine exemplary environmental management with their business practice, the deadline for applications
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Van destroyed
ARSONISTS are being blamed for destroying a catering van in Little Hulton in Moorfield Drive at 4.30am on Saturday. The vehicle was parked in the driveway of the owner's home. No-one was injured.
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Staff threatened in shop robbery
TWO members of staff at an off-licence in Bolton were threatened by two armed robbers. The masked men, who were brandishing a knife, burst into Victoria Wine in Bury Road at 9.30pm on Sunday night. One robber jumped on the counter while the other guarded
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Information day at town's advice bureau
THE Citizen's Advice Bureau in Bolton will be holding an information day for prospective volunteers. Up to 2,000 people receive help from the Bolton branch each month on subjects ranging from debt, benefits and employment through to housing, immigration
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Cup does not provide pot of gold
BOLTON Wanderers will be playing for glory and not for cash when they take on Aston Villa in Tuesday night's Carling Cup semi-final decider. Sam Allardyce's team, who beat Villa 5-2 at the Reebok in the first leg last Wednesday, are just 90 minutes away
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Wharton topple leaders
TAMESIDE, who went top of the Bolton Table Tennis Premier Division last week, suffered a crushing 9-0 defeat on their visit to Wharton, allowing Rammy A to regain top spot on the strength of their 6-3 win at Lostock. Steve Stringer won the three Lostock
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Loan signings give Bury a solid look
Bury 0 Kidderminster 0 by Phil Thorp: A THIRD successive clean sheet and a hard earned point were the consolation prizes from a match the Shakers were expected to win. Facing a Kidderminster side below them in the table, Graham Barrow's side were looking
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Results and tables
Premier Division: Rammy B 6 Mosses 3; Wharton 9 Tameside 0; Lostock 3 Rammy B 6; Horwich Hilton 8 Nomads 1; Hilton 1 Little Lever 8; Cricketers 5 Hilton A 4. Division One: Hilton C 4 Ladybridge A 5; Little Lever B 4 Mosses B 5; Heaton A 4 Wingates 5;
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Toddler in bedroom fire drama
A THREE-year-old boy escaped unhurt with his parents after a fire broke out in his bedroom. Fire crews were called to the end-terraced house on Ashworth Street, Elton, Bury, on Saturday at 9.40am. The young boy woke his mum and her partner up when he
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Franchise changes for airport trains
TRAIN services to and from Manchester Airport will be operated by two new franchises as part of the Strategic Rail Authority's rail network reorganisation. From February, all airport services operated by Arriva Trains Northern and some of those operated
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Pupils remember Holocaust
PUPILS from schools across Bolton took part in a ceremony to remember the thousands slaughtered in genocide atrocities. To mark Holocaust Memorial Day, children from Green Fold Special School lit candles and there was singing from St Peter's School choir
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Keep on rockin!
THE humble rocking horse was once under threat by European mandarins. But today it has been saved - much to the delight of local toy shop owners and politicians. It was feared European safety standards which said toys could not be more than 60cm high
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Rape case team awarded
THE team of detectives who worked on the Moses Gate rape investigation received awards for "outstanding work, professionalism, commitment and enthusiasm". They worked around the clock after a 17-year-old girl was raped at knifepoint. The investigation
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Thailand drugs case teenager in court
A TEENAGER from Bury accused of smuggling 3,400 ecstasy tablets into Thailand has appeared in court. Michael Connell, 19, of Kestrel Drive, Bury, has not yet officially entered a plea to the charges. If he is found guilty Mr Connell, who has learning
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Bolton casino gets go-ahead
A CASINO and bingo complex in Bolton town centre has been given the go-ahead amid accusations that councillors washed their hands of the decision. A government inspector gave permission for the £8 million plan for a Mecca Bingo and a Grosvenor Casino
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From receptionist - to hotel owner!
A BUSINESSWOMAN who started her career as a hotel receptionist 20 years ago has returned to her roots -- to BUY a hotel. Jan Hampton has bought Egerton House Hotel, in Blackburn Road, Egerton, for £1.7million. The 41-year-old snapped up the three-star
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Torment of the victims of torture
EVERY day thousands of people are victims of torture. A new centre for victims has opened in Salford, counselling survivors who have been relocated in Bolton, Wigan and other areas of Greater Manchester. It is the only one of its kind in the region and
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Chinese New Year celebration delight
THOUSANDS gathered in Manchester and Liverpool on Sunday to welcome in the Chinese New Year. In Manchester, 5,000 revellers watched the departure of the Golden Dragon Parade from Albert Square. The official opening ceremony took place when it arrived
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Library classes
WESTHOUGHTON'S history will be celebrated with two new free learning courses to be held in the town's library. Local History and Local History on the Internet are seven week courses due to start on Thursday, February 26. The classes will run from 10am
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Teams wanted
BOLTON six-a-side leagues are looking for new teams for the spring and summer seasons. Games will be played outdoors on midweek evenings. For details ring 01937587012.
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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 has begun rehearsals for her role as one of two main female characters in a new TV comedy drama about teenagers. It was third time lucky
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Bolton casino gets go-ahead
A CASINO and bingo complex in Bolton town centre has been given the go-ahead amid accusations that councillors washed their hands of the decision. A government inspector gave permission for the £8 million plan for a Mecca Bingo and a Grosvenor Casino
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More uses for postal voting
WHILE I share some of the concerns with regard to postal voting, perhaps it could be turned to our advantage by combining it with a referendum on some of the issues which have dominated the Letters page of late, and which obviously concern voters. Should
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Millions affected
DO any readers have a lung condition or live with someone who has a lung condition? If so, the British Lung Foundation wants to hear from you. More than eight million people in the UK have a lung disease and we are looking for people of all ages to talk
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Quality from Conservatives
THE Audit Commission recently published a league table of local councils, grading the services that they provide. The good news is that Bolton was graded "excellent", which is a credit tothe officers and staff who work for Bolton Council. The national
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Cash needed to give Arena a good chance
IN reply to Eric Johnson, the former Labour councillor for the Blackrod ward, regarding the Bolton Arena. The council has agreed to lend the Arena money to widen the scope of the activities on offer. This has been brought about not least because of the
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On thisday - January 26
National Days of India and Australia 1788 The first consignment of convicts from England arrived in Australia, at Sydney Cove. 1828 The Duke of Wellington became Prime Minister. 1841 Hong Kong was proclaimed British sovereign territory. 1871 The Rugby
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Victoria Mill party night
From the Evening News, January 26, 1904: THE minders employed at the Victoria Mill (Wingates) branch of the Haslam and Great Lever Spinning Company held their annual party on Saturday at the Albion Hotel. "Success to the firm," proposed by Mr J. Horrocks
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Horwich riders in cyclo-cross title races
HORWICH Cycling Club promoted their biggest cyclo-cross to date with the National inter-area team championships in Queens Park, Bolton. A large crowd saw a number of Horwich club riders competing for the north west against the best riders from all regions
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Elite Ice Hockey League results and fixtures
Sunday: Coventry Blaze 4 Belfast Giants 2; Sheffield Steelers 6 Cardiff Devils 4 Five goals in as many minutes in the second period of the game were responsible for Sheffield's victory over Cardiff and an increase in their lead in the table. Devils opened
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When away goals will settle tie
THE away goals rule will come into play in the second leg of Wanderers' semi-final with Aston Villa -- but only if the aggregate scores are level after extra time. So if Villa, who lost the first leg 2-5, were to be 3-0 up after 90 minutes , the tie would
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Hunt for loan sharks
LOAN sharks who prey on vulnerable people are to be targeted by undercover officers. Trade and Industry Secretary Patricia Hewitt announced the move as part of the biggest shake up in consumer credit for 30 years. The "loan shark hunters" will work to
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RONNIE Brabin has as secretary of Bolton Rivers AC after 39 years of service.
At a packed annual meeting, glowing tributes were paid to him for his endeavours and professionalism. Ronnie was presented with an antique wall clock while chairman Peter Fletcher announced that a new Ronnie Brabin Trophy will be fished for annually.
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Shop set alight
FIREFIGHTERS were called to Farnworth precinct after vandals set fire to the back door of The Cobblers shop off King Street. The building suffered minor damage after the attack at 8.45pm last night.
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New date for area forum
THE Area Forum meeting for residents in Astley Bridge and Bromley Cross has been rescheduled. The meeting was due to take place on Wednesday, but it has been put back a week later, on Wednesday February 4, at Astley Bridge Theatre Church, Seymour Road
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Man, 44, injured by carjackers
A DRIVER suffered head and shoulder injuries after he was attacked by four carjackers armed with a monkey wrench and a machete. The 44-year-old man had driven into Poolfield Close, Radcliffe, shortly before 8pm on Sunday night when he was confronted by
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Soldier collapses during training
A TERRITORIAL Army soldier collapsed while on a map-reading exercise in Holcombe, Bury. The soldier was among a party of soldiers from the 207 Field Hospital Unit Manchester of the Territorial Army preparing for deployment in the Gulf. He is believed
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Library classes
WESTHOUGHTON'S history will be celebrated with two new free learning courses to be held in the town's library. Local History and Local History on the Internet are seven week courses due to start on Thursday, February 26. The classes will run from 10am
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Information day at town's advice bureau
THE Citizen's Advice Bureau in Bolton will be holding an information day for prospective volunteers. Up to 2,000 people receive help from the Bolton branch each month on subjects ranging from debt, benefits and employment through to housing, immigration
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Phoenix pick up vital win in Basingstoke
Basingstoke Bison 2 Manchester Phoenix 3: Phoenix won a crucial "four-pointer" on Saturday night coming from behind to defeat Basingstoke on their own ice and leapfrog the Bison with four games in hand. Phoenix took the lead late in the first period as
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Rachel takes second
RACHEL Pounds continued her run of good form by finishing second in the Reebok Cross Country Challenge at Cardiff's Bute Park. Running in the under-15 girls' event for the first time, Rachel chased Ipswich's Laura Dowsing all the way, and was closing
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Mets keep up their winning run
BOLTON Mets ARLFC chalked up another victory on Saturday at home to Langworthy Reds of Salford. The Mets had most of the ball in the first-half, but could only score one try. Full-back Pierce Sherrington finished off the move, when he touched down in
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Colls let early lead slip away
Skelmersdale United 2 Atherton Collieries 1: COLLIERIES stay bottom of the North West Counties League First Division after Skelmersdale came from a goal behind to beat them. Alan Lord's team had gone in front after 27 minutes when Mark Jones capitalised
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LR miss out in fightback bid
Atherton LR 5 Nantwich Town 6: TEENAGE keeper Ashley Timms turned goalscorer for Atherton LR in an extraordinary NWCL First Division match match at Crilly Park on Saturday. The 17-year-old netted as LR narrowly failed to claw back a 4-0 half-time deficit
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Four goal show cheers Radcliffe
Radcliffe Borough 4 Frickley Athletic 2: RADCLIFFE Borough got back to winning ways with an entertaining victory over Frickley Athletic after taking a 3-0 lead in the opening 24 minutes. New boy John Foster made an early impact, crossing for his brother
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McNiven just the trick for RMI
Leigh RMI 3 Morecambe 1 by David Magilton: LEIGH finally ended their points drought courtesy of goal-machine David McNiven, who bagged a hat-trick to take his tally to 20 goals for the season. The former Oldham striker had three chances and stuck each
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Charity urges pupils' cancer awareness
SCHOOLS are being urged to talk about cancer by Macmillan Cancer Relief. Drawing on the success of last year's campaign, the UK's biggest cancer care charity is re-launching its Cancertalk programme this academic year with new videos and improved resource
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Cross-country joy for Harriers trio
DENISE Wakefield, Audrey Foster and Shirley Cook enjoyed a double team success at a major cross-country championships. The Horwich Harriers trio were the second-placed team overall at last Sunday's North of England Open Veterans' Cross-Country Championships
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Missing man
POLICE are appealing for information about a man who disappeared from Merseyside two years ago today. Lyden Nowell was last seen leaving the Coronation Pub in Childwall Valley Road, Kirkdale, on the evening of January 24 2002. He had left his home in
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Shopkeeper shot seven times
POLICE are hunting for two masked raiders who shot a shopkeeper seven times with an air gun. Babar Naseem, who runs an off-licence in Halifax Road, Brierfield, near Burnley, was attacked on Saturday night. The robbers are described as Asian, one of them
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New date for area forum
THE Area Forum meeting for residents in Astley Bridge and Bromley Cross has been rescheduled. The meeting was due to take place on Wednesday, but it has been put back a week later, on Wednesday February 4, at Astley Bridge Theatre Church, Seymour Road
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Triple "D" League
THE Ladies' Individuals was won by J Richards (Victory Reform), who beat her team-mate J Sandiford 3-1. J Partington (Loony Tunes) and J Robishaw (Cherries Girls) were the semi-finalists. This week's 180s: V Hardman (Colliers X), S Wright, T Schofield
