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Garage agents' client sales trophy
MARK Forrest & Co, based in Westhoughton, has won Compton Buildings' inaugural league championship. The company is an agent for Compton, which manufactures garages. Beating off nationwide competition from 110 other agents, Mark and his team put all
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Car dealer in tune with customers
VISITORS to Perrys Peugeot in Bridgeman Street, Bolton, may notice something familiar about the company's new local business specialist. Caroline Owen comes from a background of law and property, and deals predominantly with company car and van users
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Pets are a big commitment
A LETTER to all those people who have no heart -- please just help me understand how some people can get an animal, love it for a while (while it's cute or convenient, or making them money by breeding), and then just give up on it, letting it roam the
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Murder charge man remanded
A MAN accused of murdering a Bolton teenager appeared in an Australian court on Wednesday. James Robert Duggan, aged 19, of Quinns Rock, near Perth, is charged with the wilful murder of 19-year-old Rebecca Ryle. The teenager's semi-naked body was found
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Dad on girl murder charge
A FATHER who has been charged with the murder of his 11-year-old daughter, found dead in her bed eight years ago, is to appear before Bolton magistrates. The body of Phyllis Porter was exhumed last year. She died in mysterious circumstances in November
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On this day - August 18
1227: Genghis Khan, Mongol emperor who conquered more than a million square miles of land, died after falling from his horse. 1587: Virginia Dare became the first child born of English parents in the New World - on Roanoke Island, North Carolina - seven
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Hotel hosts conference
THE regional conference for medical charity Myasthenia Gravis (MG) Association will take place at Bolton's Holiday Inn this year. Dr Jon Sussman, consultant neurologist at Salford's Hope Hospital, will be the guest speaker and will provide updates on
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Pupils' sunflower display
AN exhibition of sunflowers made by schoolchildren from Bolton will be on display at Bolton Museum, Art Gallery and Aquarium, between August 24 and September 6.
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Pink Floyd act
PINK Floyd tribute band Off The Wall will be performing the rockers' hits at Bolton's Albert Halls on Friday at 7pm. Tickets are £12 to £16 and are available on 01204 334400.
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Missing woman found
A MISSING 50-year-old woman from Bolton has been traced. Brenda Fitton,was last seen leaving her house in Park Road, Heaton, on May 20. A police spokesman said: "Mrs Fitton was found at Wythenshawe Hospital where she is having treatment."
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All aboard
CHANNEL 4 is looking for couples or pairs of friends to take part in a TV show which will feature them travelling around Europe for free on a holiday bus in September and October. Anyone interested should e-mail coachtrip@12yard.com, or call 0207 432
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Pavement man covered in blood
A MAN was found lying on a Bolton pavement today covered in blood. Police and paramedics were called to St Helens Road, Daubhill, at around 7.30am after receiving a report of a man in a confused state. It appeared the man had fallen over and was not the
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'Name racist incident schools'
SCHOOLS which report racist incidents should be publicly identified, says Bolton's Conservative leader. Cllr Alan Rushton wants education bosses to reveal the names of schools which report racist incidents to the education authority. He told the Children's
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Develop your photo talents
BOLTON Community College is offering a range of courses for people who wish to learn about photography. Photographers of all standards will have the chance to brush up on taking pictures, as well as developing darkroom skills. Digital photography courses
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Crown green bowls try-out chance
A CHANCE to try out crown green bowling is on offer at Kearsley Park on Sunday. The successful bowling club, which also has a thriving junior section, is throwing open its greens to newcomers of all ages. The president and officials ofthe British Crown
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American cats are stolen from garden
TWO rare cats have been stolen from their enclosure in the garden of a Salford house. The American Maine Coon cats were taken from the house in Chatsworth Road on Monday and their owner is offering a £500 for their safe return. Police say one, called
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Learn skills at circus day
YOUNGSTERS can enjoy a taste of circus fun with a day of activities at Farnworth's Moses Gate Country park later this month. There will be a display of big-top skills such as juggling and unicycling throughout the day. Visitors can simply watch, or have
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Stuck girl rescued
A SEVEN-year-old girl from Little Hulton had to be rescued by firefighters after becoming stuck in the first floor window of a house. The girl had tried to climb through the window. Neighbours on Hope Avenue raised the alarm at 1pm after they saw the
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Pack Horse £1m facelift begins
BUILDERS move into the Pack Horse Hotel next week to begin work on a £1 million facelift. Six ground floor bedrooms and bathrooms have already been cleared in preparation for walls being demolished to create a luxury bar and dining area. The work is expected
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Soccer helps Whizz Kids
A BOLTON store is hoping to raise money for disabled children and young people by holding a sponsored football match on Monday, August 23. Argos, in Bridge Street, has chosen to support charity Whizz Kids this year. Bosses will be holding a sponsored
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Discount passport to fun...
LEISURE cards which offer a range of discounts will soon be available from Bolton Town Hall. Bolton Leisure Cards, which are free, can give discounts of up to 70 per cent on activities in council-owned leisure facilities. From Monday, the leisure card
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Men attacked with baseball bats
TWO Bolton men were seriously assaulted by a gang armed with baseball bats in an unprovoked attack, police said today. The attack happened last Friday shortly after 11pm in front of the Meat Market on Lever Street. One offender is described as white,
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Plan your future at exhibition
ALL the latest advice on careers will be available in Bolton on Thursday at the start of a two-day Choices and Courses Exhibition at a marquee in Victoria Square. The event, organised by the Bolton Town Centre Company and sponsored by Bolton Community
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Parade to mark Normandy 60th anniversary
THE 60th Anniversary of the end of the Battle of Normandy will be marked in Bolton on Sunday with a parade and church service. The Mayor of Bolton, Cllr Prentice Howarth, will join Normandy veterans, ex-servicemen and dignitaries to commemorate the occasion
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Woman, 64, threatened with garden fork
A PENSIONER was threatened with a garden fork by a burglar who broke into her home as she slept. The 64-year-old victim was woken by the intruder as he searched through her bungalow in Fairoak Court, Deane, at 2am. The woman went to investigate and was
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Hey good looking -- here's a model chance
A BOLTON bar is giving its good-looking customers a chance to win a modelling contract with a top Manchester agency. Yates's Wine Lodge, on Bradshawgate, is looking for men and women who think they have what it takes to get to the top in the modelling
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Children's home plan is dropped
PLANS to open a children's home in a cul-de-sac in Atherton have been dropped following protests from local people. Residents in Greenhall Close were up in arms when they heard that an application had been submitted to Wigan Council to turn a semi-detached
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McFly will help light up Blackpool
CHART-toppers McFly are set to help switch on Blackpool's illuminations next month. The band, which includes Bolton's Danny Jones, will join a host of stars in the famous seaside resort on Friday, September 3. Among the line-up this year are Radio Two's
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Massages help to ease the stress of flying
THE stress of waiting for flights at Manchester Airport will be soothed away this weekend - with massages for weary travellers. Complementary therapists from the Christie Hospital will be giving on-the-spot 10-minute massages for £5 while passengers check
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Campo loses his locks, but wig sales take off
MANY Bolton Wanderers fans predicted the end of Ivan Campo's replica wig after the Premiership star unveiled his new trimmed hairdo at the weekend. But despite the star taking the scissors to his big hair over the summer, there could be life in Ivan's
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Plan your future at exhibition
ALL the latest advice on careers will be available in Bolton on Thursday at the start of a two-day Choices and Courses Exhibition at a marquee in Victoria Square. The event, organised by the Bolton Town Centre Company and sponsored by Bolton Community
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Exclusive eaterie proposed for Marsden House
AN EXCLUSIVE restaurant looks set to be among new shops and eateries planned for a luxury town centre development. Bosses at the Marsden House complex, at the junction of Deansgate and Marsden Road, Bolton, say a well-known chef with a string of high-quality
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Hunt wins England call up
NICKY Hunt played the first-half before being substituted as England U21 gained an impressive 3-1 win over Ukraine. New U21 manager Peter Taylor selected the Wanderers right-back as part of a 26-man squad for the international, at Middlesbrough's Riverside
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No slowing up for Gary Speed
GARY Speed might be approaching his 35th birthday but he is showing no sign of easing up. The new Reebok favourite already holds the record for Premiership appearances and on Wednesday night he will win his 81st cap when he captains Wales in their friendly
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Roberts is top seed
SIMON Roberts is the top seed in the Lancashire Tennis Championships being staged all next week at Bolton Arena. For the first time the event is being held indoors, which has proved a popular move, judging from the fact that the competition has attracted
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Daisy draw with Mechanics
DAISY Hill notched up their first point of the season in Division Two with a 1-1 draw at Blackpool Mechanics. Ashworth scored for Daisy Hill 10 minutes from the end to equalise Kostka's first half strike for the home side.
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Former bosses in TV hot seat
FORMER Bury managers Stan Ternent and Andy Preece will pass judgement on their former club when the Shakers are put under the TV spotlight on Tuesday. Ternent and Preece will be the studio guests when Granada show extended highlights of Bury's Carling
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Brave RMI earn their point
Burton 0 Leigh RMI 0 by Martyn Hindley: LEIGH RMI produced a brave performance to defy the early dismissal of Gareth Stoker and shut out Burton Albion. Stoker brought down Dale Anderson in the fourth minute and was immediately red carded by Halifax referee
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Speed humps scheme for busy town centre streets
TRAFFIC bosses are putting the brakes on motorists to cut the number of children injured on roads. A calming scheme could be introduced on eight roads in Farnworth using humps and 20mph speed limits. Town hall chiefs have identified the Church Road area
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Whites fan - aged just six days old
BOUNCING baby Nathaniel Campion is believed to be the youngest ever Wanderers season ticket holder -- after his parents signed him up at just SIX DAYS old. The tiny tot, who is named after Wanderers legend Nat Lofthouse, has his own seat at the Reebok
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Lonely heart ad helps couple tie the knot
TEENAGE sweethearts Val Duffield and Michael Hawker split up over a silly argument 30 years ago. They both moved away from Bolton, both married other people and later divorced. But they found each other again, thanks to the Bolton Evening News, and now
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McFly will help light up Blackpool
CHART-toppers McFly are set to help switch on Blackpool's illuminations next month. The band, which includes Bolton's Danny Jones, will join a host of stars in the famous seaside resort on Friday, September 3. Among the line-up this year are Radio Two's
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Mike's promotion
CABLE & Wireless, the integrated business communications and computing infrastructure solutions provider, has enlarged its business support team with the promotion of Mike Fay to the newly created position of regional director.
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Software firm's new managers
GENERAL Systems Limited, the Cheadle-based business software solutions provider, has announced the appointment of Steve Kane, Mark Hillyard and Ray Barnes as Account Managers to the business. The new team will be responsible for the management of existing
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Andrew's a new addition
TARGET Express, the independent express delivery company, has appointed Andrew Hill as Business Development Manager for the North West region - he will be based in Wigan. Building on its "silver service" philosophy, the Warrington-based company is adding
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Eyesores put on roundabouts
HA! Another expensive eyesore is being proposed, this time on Middlebrook roundabout. If it is anything like the one near the Tesco roundabout, I think they should give the land to Barratts, they will make a better job of it! I'm waiting with baited breath
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Police have a duty to protect our lives
I JOINED the old Bolton Borough Police Force in 1954. I have often defended the police against criticism, often uninformed, but I am afraid that standards of service are falling fast. The latest example in the Bolton Evening News comes close to rock bottom
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Bring back Area Forums
I SHARE Mike Ford's disappointment that there have been no Area Forum meetings since before this year's elections, although the new ward boundaries were known some months before that. The previous administration did not feel they should impose arrangements
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Put victim of crime before the criminal
TALKING to people today, their main worry is law and order, and whether the sentence fits the crime. Hit and run accidents are common at present, as well as old people beaten senseless in their own homes, the fire brigade pelted with bricks as they fight
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Atom bombs saved lives in Japan
WITH regards to the letter "Some crimes are worse than others" by Malcolm Pittock: its subject was the dropping of the atom bombs on Japan, and its content was utter rubbish. Pittock claimed no warning was given to the Japanese before they were used.
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Trophy rifles will be placed in museum
From the Evening News, August 18, 1904: THE final meeting of the War Fund and Memorial Committees was presided over by the Mayor, Cllr J. Heywood. It was announced that Government had given to Bolton as war trophies 12 Mauser rifles captured from the
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Crown green bowls try-out chance
A CHANCE to try out crown green bowling is on offer at Kearsley Park on Sunday. The successful bowling club, which also has a thriving junior section, is throwing open its greens to newcomers of all ages. The president and officials ofthe British Crown
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Despite the lows, Freddie's the tops
THIS time last year Lancashire were trying to keep pace with Sussex at the top of the table, now they are together in a scrap at the bottom. The team must now start building towards the most important part of the season and attempt to get something out
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Rioch son signs for RMI
LEIGH RMI have signed Gregor Rioch, son of former Bolton Wanderers and Arsenal manager Bruce Rioch. The 29-year-old left-sided defender was a free agent after being released by Northwich. "He is strong and committed and a good addition to the side," said
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Preparing for attack
"THERE'S an international 'situation' again and it is right bang in holiday week, too." It could have been written today, but in fact this was a story from the early 1950s. "The Korean trouble" had added a slight impetus to local Civil Defence recruitment
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Saturday quiz
CHILDREN can take part in a summer fun quiz at Hall i'th' Wood, off Crompton Way, every Saturday until September 5.
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Sanctuary market day
BLEAKHOLT Animal Sanctuary is holding a Flea Market on Sunday from 12 noon to 3pm, at Bury Old Road, Edenfield.
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Hedge 'is a road danger'
MOTORISTS in Farnworth are calling for safety improvements at a dangerous road junction. Drivers turning out of Elliott Street into Buckley Lane find it difficult to see traffic in the lane because of an overgrown privet hedge. Residents want the privet
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Students' TVs need a licence
PARENTS in Bolton are being reminded that student children going to university or college must have a licence if they take a television with them from home. TV Licensing said students would not be covered by the licence at their parents' address. Spokesman
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Hunt for killer weed
HIGHWAYS Agency officers are patrolling motorways around Bolton in search of a dangerous weed that threatens the lives of horses and cows. Patrols have been scouring the motorway and trunk network in a bid to remove the yellow weed ragwort before its
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Man, 23, bailed by rape inquiry police
A MAN arrested on suspicion of raping a 17-year-old girl has been released on bail. The girl was walking home along Chorley Old Road, Horwich, on Saturday night when she was allegedly dragged down an alleyway and attacked. The 23-year-old man handed himself
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Hotel hosts conference
THE regional conference for medical charity Myasthenia Gravis (MG) Association will take place at Bolton's Holiday Inn this year. Dr Jon Sussman, consultant neurologist at Salford's Hope Hospital, will be the guest speaker and will provide updates on
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Students' TVs need a licence
PARENTS in Bolton are being reminded that student children going to university or college must have a licence if they take a television with them from home. TV Licensing said students would not be covered by the licence at their parents' address. Spokesman
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Fire attack through letterbox
A WOMAN managed to put out a fire in her house after an arsonist pushed burning paper through her letter box while she was asleep. The 27-year-old woman was woken by the sound of her letter box slamming shut after the firebug forced a lit cigarette packet
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Youngsters enjoy Caribbean spirit
YOUNGSTERS attending a summer holiday club have had a taste of the Caribbean - as well as sampling cultures from the rest of the world. Eagley Out of School Club treated youngsters to a Caribbean extravaganza including games, treasures hunts, authentic
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Presley helps to remember The King
ELVIS Presley mania came to Bolton when his cousin appeared in the town to commemorate the 27th anniversary of his death. Karen Sue Presley was at The Bar in Nelson Square to pay her own tribute to The King. The 53-year-old spoke fondly of her memories
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Musical youth strike a chord in Belgium
MUSICAL youngsters have returned from a magical concert tour of Belgium. Three school bands at Turton High School have spent a week performing in town squares and theme parks around Belgium. The youngsters, aged between 11 and 18, performed at the huge
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Ralf's fire safety message
ACTOR Ralf Little has been supporting a campaign warning of the dangers of cooking or smoking after a night out. The Bury-born star is asking people to be aware of the risk of falling asleep with a lit cigarette or leaving the cooker on after drinking
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£100,000 flash flood repair bill
WATER bosses are counting the cost of damage to Bolton's countryside after flash floods left a trail of devastation. Rangers say boulders the size of cars left 15ft craters in the ground near Entwistle Resevoir. And many bridges linking popular walkways
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'Name racist incident schools'
SCHOOLS which report racist incidents should be publicly identified, says Bolton's Conservative leader. Cllr Alan Rushton wants education bosses to reveal the names of schools which report racist incidents to the education authority. He told the Children's
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Roadworks nightmare for commuters
PARTS of Bolton were gridlocked on Tuesday night as roadworks brought traffic to a grinding halt. Rush hour commuters faced massive tailbacks, doubling their travel time. And with resurfacing work keeping Thicketford Road, Tonge Moor, closed for nearly
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Campo loses his locks, but wig sales take off
MANY Bolton Wanderers fans predicted the end of Ivan Campo's replica wig after the Premiership star unveiled his new trimmed hairdo at the weekend. But despite the star taking the scissors to his big hair over the summer, there could be life in Ivan's
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Whites fan - aged just six days old
BOUNCING baby Nathaniel Campion is believed to be the youngest ever Wanderers season ticket holder -- after his parents signed him up at just SIX DAYS old. The tiny tot, who is named after Wanderers legend Nat Lofthouse, has his own seat at the Reebok
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Athletic hit back
Leigh Athletic 2 Old Alts 1: LEIGH Athletic season started well with a 2-1 home win over newly promoted Old Alts. After going behind, Leigh suffered a double blow when skipper Keiron Halliwell went off because of injury, but they soon equalised through
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McNair saves point as LR fight back
ROSS McNair's equaliser 12 minutes from time secured a point for Atherton LR in a 3-3 draw at Ramsbottom United in the North West Counties League on Tuesday night. LR had to fight back from 3-1 down after Massey had put them ahead. Michael Saunders scored
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Trophy holders face tough tie
GOLDLINE Trophy holders Atherton LR will face a difficult quarter-final tie at Turton after coming through the group stages. LR, of the North West Counties League, finished runners-up in their group, and will visit their West Lancs League opponents. Blackrod
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Check your most vital statistic
PEOPLE of all ages are being encouraged to find out their most vital statistic - their blood pressure. The Blood Pressure Association is running its fourth annual blood pressure testing week from Monday, September 13, throughout health centres, supermarkets
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Lay off pigeons
I PRESUME all the rats have departed now the pigeons have gone from the town centre? What can we think of next to ban? I worked with sick pigeons at the Greenmount Wild Bird Hospital and Sanctuary for 12 years, and brought home hundreds for one-to-one
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More chemists 'no help to customers'
PLANS to allow supermarkets to open large numbers of in-store pharmacies are "badly thought out and of no benefit to customers", a local chemist claims. Michael Gordon, a director of Leonard Gordon Chemists in Bolton Road, Kearsley, said the Government
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Market traders send out S.O.S
TRADERS at Bolton's ailing indoor market have called for the council to hand them a cash lifeline. Worried stall holders say that unless money is spent to improve and promote the market in Ashburner Street, businesses which have been handed down through
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Church up for award after transformation by parishioners
CHRIST Church was once home to drug users and vandals who used the pretty churchyard as a dumping ground. But, just six months later, the Harwood parishioners no longer have to dodge foil used for drugs, alcohol cans and bottles and graffiti. For the
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60-year riddle of missing Sheila
SHE vanished without a trace 60 years ago - but police say they still want anyone with information on Sheila Fox's disappearance to come forward. Exactly 60 years, the six-year-old Farnworth schoolgirl failed to return home from St James' Primary School
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Power cut firm 'avoiding payout'
RESIDENTS in a Bolton street have accused an electricity company of avoiding compensation payouts despite their power having been cut for 33 hours. People living in York Avenue, Little Lever, had their electricity cut off at 7am on Monday morning and
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'We gave up chase' - police tell death plunge inquest
POLICE officers gave up chasing two men involved in a late night fight in Bolton town centre long before the men attempted to escape by crossing a steep culvert, an inquest was told. Graham McNeill Eyres, aged 20, died after falling into, or attempting
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Walk again among the flowers of chivalry
MARGARET Edge dedicated years to saving one of the last woodland areas in Lostock and Chew Moor. Sadly, she died last month without ever seeing local people finally able to walk round historic St John's Wood where Knights Templars planted rare crocuses
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Terror plot suspects in court
EIGHT men, including one from Blackburn, will appear in court on Wednesday accused of plotting terrorist outrages in Britain and the United States. After being questioned for two weeks at high security Paddington Green police station in London the group
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Learn skills at circus day
YOUNGSTERS can enjoy a taste of circus fun with a day of activities at Farnworth's Moses Gate Country park later this month. There will be a display of big-top skills such as juggling and unicycling throughout the day. Visitors can simply watch, or have
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Hindsford Juniors U15, who play in the Bolton Boys & Girls Federation, are looking for a limited num
Interested players should phone Mike Greenhalgh on 01942 8880101 or Martin Davies on 01942 878103.
