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Contractor's £21m profits
MOWLEM, the construction and support services group which has a strong regional base in the North-west, has reported profit before tax at £21 million. Maintaining the substantial growth that the group has achieved over the past eight years. It also reported
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Crimes against businesses soar
THE AXA Business Crime Index has revealed a huge increase in crimes against businesses. Crime-related insurance claim settlements in the second quarter of 2004 increased by 19.3 per cent. Theft remains the major crime committed against business, accounting
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Cereal awards £50k sweetener
COMPANIES from Bolton are being urged to apply for grants of up to £50,000 as part of the Home Grown Cereals Authority Enterprise Awards scheme. Money from the scheme, which covers any products using UK produced cereals in both food and non-food applications
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Firm oversees pub takeover
ACCOUNTING firm CLB Chartered Accountants advised Daniel Thwaites & Co Ltd on its recent acquisition of the Rosewood Pub Company for approximately £7 million. Thwaites, one of the largest independent family brewers in the UK, purchased the entire
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'Teacher' goes with the flow
IF the secret of great teachers is enthusiasm, Ajax Equipment managing director Lyn Bates would be a hit in the classroom. He is a born teacher, with an encyclopaedic knowledge and sense of humour to match. In a dazzling desktop display, he used small
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People should object to this folly
I SUPPORT the views expressed very well by John MacGregor (September 10). Born and bred in Bolton I have returned many times with my wife and family. On most of these visits there are two, "first in line" places to go that make Bolton unique. One is the
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Highway mayhem
AMID much publicity, and from time to time, the DVLA - Driver Vehicle Licensing Authority - tell us of the fate of vehicles and their owners if they have an unlicensed vehicle in use or parked on the public highway. I have, over the past three years,
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A slow way to deal with road safety
WHAT chance does the message, "chill out, slow down", aimed at reducing child casualties have, when the message from Transport Minister, Alistair Darling, says it is OK to exceed speed limits? His new proposals to deal with speeding motorists, which allows
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No attraction in a revamped Market Hall
REGARDING the proposed redevelopment of Bolton's Market Hall. I wasn't aware of the notion of such a massive and preposterous upheaval as this until I saw the front page of the Bolton Evening News on Friday, September 10. How the idea of making the inside
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On this day - September 13
490BC: The Greeks defeated the Persians under Darius at the Battle of Marathon. Philippides had run 150 miles in two days in a futile attempt to ask the Spartans to assist the Greek army, but in the end their help was not required. 1759: The British under
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Westhoughton treble dream fades
BOLTON League champions and Hamer Cup holders Westhoughton missed out on their chance of completing the treble when they were beaten by Bootle in the final of the Lancashire Knockout at Old Trafford. The Liverpool Competition side made 239-5, with Dave
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On this day - September 11
1297: Scottish hero William Wallace defeated the English at Stirling Bridge. 1777: The British, under General Howe, the Americans commanded by George Washington at the battle of Brandywine Creek in the American War of Independence. 1841: The commuter
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Deane and Daubhill Pool
UNDER league rules, the Underdogs have been expelled from the Premier Division and all second half results scrapped. Table amended accordingly. Premier Division P W D L F A Pts Patriots... 15 11 3 1 95 54 120 Bay Mare... 15 7 3 5 79 71 96 Beasts*... 14
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Hegg proud of fighting spirit
LANCASHIRE captain Warren Hegg hailed his side's spirit as they gave themselves a chance of avoiding County Championship relegation with a draw against Worcestershire. The Red Rose side condemned Worcestershire to the drop with a draw at New Road, and
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England job now so hard - Sam
SAM Allardyce admits he would have to think twice about accepting the England manager's job if he was ever offered it. The Wanderers boss, who turned down the chance to succeed Sir Bobby Robson at Newcastle and has been tipped to manage the national side
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Cuppas for cash
AN afternoon tea event hosted by St Matthew's Church, Halliwell, has raised more than £200 for the Royal Bolton Hospital's stroke unit. The church will be holding a St Matthew's Day lunch on September 26, during which the money will be presented to representatives
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Back to school accidents warning
DRIVERS are being urged to take extra care as children return to school after the summer holidays. The Bolton Advanced Motorists group warns that the rate for road accidents involving children peaks between 8am and 9am when children are going to school
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Ladies get on course for aerobics
HOLIDAYMAKERS are being encouraged to get fit after their summer breaks by taking up aerobics. Bolton Council is running a series of courses at centres across the borough. A 10-week course will start at St Andrews Methodist Church Hall, Tonge Moor Rd,
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Title fights for charity
TWO world titles will be contested in a Thai Boxing event at the Reebok Stadium on September 17. The Chorley-based Woodford Group is organising the fundraiser in aid of NSPCC. The firm will also be throwing its weight behind one of its employees, environment
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26 ride bike for charity
MORE than 20 volunteers will hop on a specially made bicycle to raise money for St Anne's Hospice in Manchester. Cyclists will ride the 26-seater bike for the five-mile charity to 10 pubs in the area, starting at the Dunn Mare Inn, Manchester Road, Little
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Decision time for church
THE minister and committee at a Horwich church hope to make a decision about its future by the end of the year. A meeting was held at the Lee Lane church on Sunday to allow local people have their say on how the use of the building could be maximised
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Elephant plaque for tourist centre
A SCULPTOR created an unusual plaque to mark the first anniversary of Bolton Tourist Information Centre's new home. Christopher Johnstone runs Reject Bears at the Bolton Business Centre in Lower Bridgeman Street which makes unique, hand-sculpted ceramic
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Men steal handbag
THREE men bundled a woman to the ground before snatching her handbag early on Monday. The 30-year-old woman was walking along Alma Street, Radcliffe, between 1.30am and 1.50am when a man pulled up in a car and started talking to her. Two men then rushed
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Back to school accidents warning
DRIVERS are being urged to take extra care as children return to school after the summer holidays. The Bolton Advanced Motorists group warns that the rate for road accidents involving children peaks between 8am and 9am when children are going to school
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Church's call to relatives over removal of ashes
FAMILIES who have the ashes of loved ones at a Farnworth church are being asked to contact the church to discuss their removal to another site. Around 60 separate sets of ashes are currently buried in the grounds or kept within the columbarium - a locker-type
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Volunteers needed for court witness service
VOLUNTEERS who can help people going to court are being sought by Bolton's Victim Support and Witness Service. Witness Service volunteers are based in Bolton Crown Court and offer emotional support and practical information to people going to court. This
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Gun club sets sights for charity
GUN enthusiasts will be aiming high at their charity shoot. Bolton Gun Club Clay Section will be having its biannual open day on Sunday, September 19. Last year, the club raised £3,000 for Derian House Children's Hospice in Chorley. This year year's aim
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Take-off for £45,000 skateboard park
A NEW £45,000 skateboard park has been officially opened in Farnworth. The park, at Blindsill Field between Ramsay Avenue and Macdonald Avenue, will be used not only by skateboarders but also by youngsters on bikes and using in-line skates. Young people
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Now it's Lofty the musical
HE wows the fans at the Reebok, has a range of lookalike miniature toys and has even made a record - now Lofty the Lion is to star in his own musical! Lofty's Musical Showcase next month will not only feature the Bolton Wanderers' furry mascot at the
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World Cup stars must watch their backs - Sam
SAM Allardyce has warned his international brigade to watch their backs. The Reebok boss believes he now has enough competition for places to keep even his World Cup players on their toes. Wanderers were within seconds of beating Manchester United on
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Radcliffe Pool
ANY team wishing to register for the forthcoming season, beginning Wednesday, October 13. Contact Mick Brown (League Secretary) on 0161 723 3458 or Kath Montgomery (League Treasurer) on 0161 724 8718 as soon as possible. There are a limited number of
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Bolton Pool
THE delegates' meeting takes place on Tuesday at the Levers Arms, Darcy Lever, starting at 8pm. All teams must have a delegate at the meeting, failure to do so will result in that team losing four points from the league table. Captains should note that
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Savage justice
ROBBIE Savage is right when he says he shouldn't have been given his first ever red card on Wednesday night. But don't feel too sorry for him. After all the antics Savage has got up to in his controversial career, it was ironic that his first red card
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Sir Clive can be a success
I HOPE Sir Clive Woodward realises his ambition to take charge of a Premiership club as it will put to the test the idea that only ex-footballers can become managers. Football management has been a closed shop for decades, with many bosses derogatively
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Sven is still the man for England
SVEN-Goran Eriksson should be allowed to continue the job of guiding England to his third successive major tournament. It can be argued -- and has been argued -- that he should not have been given the job in the first place because he is not English.
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Amir's awesome welcome from football fans
RIVAL football fans united to salute Bolton's Olympic boxing hero Amir Khan when he made a whirlwind visit to the Reebok Stadium on Saturday. The 28,000 crowd gave the 17-year-old silver medallist an "awesome" reception after he flew in from Spain for
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Daisy on receiving end
RYAN Cain's fifth goal in three matches was only a consolation for Daisy Hill as they were beaten 4-1 at home by NWCL Division Two leaders Cammell Laird.
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RMI are stung by a minute of madness
Leigh RMI 3 Aldershot 3: IT is nearly two years since Leigh last won back-to-back league games - but surely they will not come any closer to a winning double than this. RMI won their first game of the season over Forest Green last week and on Saturday
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Coleman: Ban 'crap' ref
CHRIS Coleman will on Monday make an official complaint against Bolton referee Mark Halsey who he described as "crap" after Fulham's 3-0 defeat by Arsenal. Halsey was widely criticised following Saturday's Premiership clash at Craven Cottage for changing
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Coleman: Ban 'crap' ref
CHRIS Coleman will on Monday make an official complaint against Bolton referee Mark Halsey who he described as "crap" after Fulham's 3-0 defeat by Arsenal. Halsey was widely criticised following Saturday's Premiership clash at Craven Cottage for changing
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Mental health services boost
PEOPLE with mental health problems will have access to help 24 hours a day following a £1million cash injection. A "crisis resolution" service is being set up and will be running by December. It will treat people in their own home and only use hospital
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Burnden runners
BURNDEN Roadrunners' results from the Rufford 10k Central Lancs Grand Prix. Results: Brian Duffy 36.51, Andrew Duffy 38.52, Paul Christie 41.07, Iain Entwistle 41.58, David Griffin 43.27, Anne Ferguson 45.32, David Hitchen 47.38, Neil Nuttall 49.12, Anthony
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An hilarious farce with hidden depths
THIS piece was described by author W Somerset Maugham as a farce, though it also contains subtle comment, irony and satire. The modern eye might also detect traces of misogyny in the text. It deals with self-obsessed Victoria, who has married her dead
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Pupils probe arson issue
STUDENTS are to take part in an arson investigation as part of an award-winning science project. Youngsters at Westhoughton High School will join the fire brigade to look into various scientific techniques involved with investigating an arson attack or
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Howard's Way star dies after illness
PROLIFIC stage and television actor Glyn Owen, whose career spanned 50 years, has died aged 76. Mr Owen played Dr Paddy O'Mara in Emergency Ward 10, one of the first big soap operas on television, but was perhaps best known for his role as Jack Rolfe
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Shake-up puts the brakes on mobile library
CONCERNS have been raised about plans to cut back mobile library services in Bolton. As part of a new timetable which starts on October 4, 57 existing stops across Bolton will be cut and 19 new stops added in an attempt to make the service more cost effective
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Brendan takes over Vibro after a lifetime
A BOLTON bank has helped fund the management buyout of a civil engineering firm. The Bank of Scotland Corporate in Bolton has provided £700,000 for the buyout of Preston-based civil engineering experts Vibro Group. Brendan Henry has purchased Vibro Group
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Sharples wins with chub haul
PAUL Sharples was the winner when Lord Nelson angling club travelled to Keele to fish an aggregate match on Cudmore Fisheries Tara Lake. The first 30 minutes were fished in overcast weather, which suggested a good match. However, a hot day put paid to
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Rampant Metro get off to a flying start
THE new badminton season has started with the loss of two of the Bolton Badminton League's longest established clubs. Chowbent BC and GMT BC have both pulled out because of local membership difficulties. This now reduces A and C sections to 10 teams each
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Don't delay over hunt ban
THE Government has finally announced the long awaited return of the Hunting Bill to the House of Commons! At long last, MPs should be able to pass a total hunt ban into law. The debate will take place on Wednesday, September 15. If a majority of MPs attend
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Kindness of enemies
BOLTONIAN Norman Law made lifelong friends when he served in Germany in the immediate aftermath of the 1939-45 war. Norman, aged 81, who lives in Langham Close, Astley Bridge, came into the office recently to tell me about the journey he made in May to
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King and Queen lay foundation stone
From the Evening News, September 13, 1904: THE opening night of the return visit of Ralph Pringle's North American Animated Photo Co to the Temperance Hall was a most successful one, the Hall on Monday evening being packed in every part. Principal pictures
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Steamer falls foul of fishing boat
From the Evening News, September 10, 1904: AS the Blackpool passenger steamer Deerhound was getting alongside the Southport Pier, on her return from a trip from Blackpool and Southport to Llandudno, she swung round and got foul of the fishing boats, one
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Man 'glassed' in bar horror attack
A 29-YEAR-OLD man has undergone emergency surgery after a glass was thrust into his face, leaving him with a gaping wound so deep his teeth were visible. He was hit in the face with a beer glass in Taskers bar, in Manchester Road, Bolton, in the early
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NHL set for shutdown
NHL team owners and players representatives have failed to agree a deal over a new bargaining agreement, meaning the season is unlikley to start as scheduled. The NHL Players Association presented owners with a plan to replace the existing deal during
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Rugby hero gets top award
THE grand old man of rugby league, Tommy Sale, has been awarded the highest Rotary Club honour. Leigh Rotary Club president Chris Stephenson presented Tommy with the Paul Harris Fellowship. Paul Harris was the founder of the International Rotary Movement
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Learn how to speak Spanish
THE Bolton branch of Age Concern is offering a conversational Spanish course for beginners. It is just one of a number of courses the charity is offering this autumn at their Learning and Resource Centre on the corner of Queen Street and Cross Street,
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Jeffrey, aged 36, named professor
A FORMER Atherton schoolboy has become the youngest person to be awarded the position of professor in his field. Professor Jeffrey Robert Forshaw, who attended Hesketh Fletcher High School, is now a professor in theoretical particle physics at the University
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McAtee's catch leads the pack
ALAN McAtee caught 19lbs of roach to come out on top in last week's President's Shield Match at Doe Hey. The former England international angler used pole and bloodworm to ensure the best catch on a hot, bright day. The weather was thought to be the reason
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Quiz helps restore church bells
A QUIZ has been organised to raise money for the Horwich Bells Appeal. Members of Holy Trinity Parish Church, in Church Street, are working to raise £40,000 to restore the town's 173-year-old pealing bells. They have rung out across Horwich since 1831
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Spotlight shines on community volunteer groups
VOLUNTEERS and community groups in Tyldesley and Astley will get a pat on the back at a special thank you event next Thursday at Fred Longworth High School, Tyldesley, between 6pm and 8pm. Organisers from Wigan Council's Township Programme say that the
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Police officers hurt in van crash
FOUR police officers were taken to hospital after their van went out of control and hit a crash barrier in Kearsley. The Ford Transit was on its way to an incident when it crashed in Bolton Road near to the junction with the A666 at 12.30pm on Sunday.
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Church tower opens its doors
VISITORS climbed more than 200 narrow spiral steps to see views of Bolton from the top of the Parish Church. The church held a heritage day on Saturday which saw more than 40 people enjoy three separate tours of the church tower. Visitors saw both sides
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It's the war of the puddings!
THE War of the Roses took on a culinary flavour on Sunday in the World Black Pudding Throwing Championships. Contestants from as far afield as Austria, Australia and South Africa attempted to knock down stacks of giant Yorkshire puddings by lobbing the
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Five arrested in trouble after Reebok match
FIVE people were arrested during sporadic trouble following Wanderers' 2-2 draw with Manchester United. Eleven people were also thrown out of the Reebok Stadium on Saturday, and a further two people were arrested on suspicion of theft. Police said the
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Graves may be moved to build new house
GRAVES dating back to the 18th century may have to be disturbed in the wake of new plans to develop a house on former church land. Sheila Barnes, who lives in a former church minister's home in Dundee Lane, Ramsbottom, has received permission to build
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Now it's Lofty the musical
HE wows the fans at the Reebok, has a range of lookalike miniature toys and has even made a record - now Lofty the Lion is to star in his own musical! Lofty's Musical Showcase next month will not only feature the Bolton Wanderers' furry mascot at the
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Whites release ticket details for Albion trip
TICKETS for Wanderers' game against West Brom at The Hawthorns on Saturday, October 2 (kick-off 5.15pm) will go on sale by post only from Tuesday. Seats are priced £28 for adults, £15 for senior citizens and £13 for children. They are strictly limited
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We will get better, insists Fergie
IT is inconceivable that Sir Alex Ferguson would concede the title to Arsenal after just five games, but there was worry on the face of the Manchester United manager as he weighed up the damage Wanderers inflicted on his Premiership prospects. United
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Nolan back on target to taunt Fergie again
KEVIN Nolan put a massive dent in Manchester United's fast-fading title ambitions and admitted: "I think Sir Alex is going to end up killing me soon!" The young Reebok ace's third goal in four seasons against the Reds was not quite enough to match the
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The Big Match Verdict by Gordon Sharrock
WANDERERS 2, MANCHESTER UNITED 2: LES Ferdinand knows better than to count his chickens after more than 20 years in the game, but even he thought he'd banked three points when he wrestled his way out of a tangle of bodies to put Wanderers just seconds
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Latest table at September 7
P W L D8 D6 D1 BP Pts Westhoughton... 25 17 3 1 2 2 27 389 Walkden... 25 13 4 4 3 1 50 361 Greenmount... 25 10 5 7 2 1 65 334 Tonge... 25 10 6 3 5 1 62 317 Eagley... 25 9 8 23 5 1 51 278 Horwich... 25 10 9 1 2 3 50 273 Egerton... 25 9 5 1 4 5 58 272 Farnworth
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Henman gives perfect reply
TIM Henman's progression to the semi-finals of the US Open is a smack in the mouth for those who blindly dismiss him as rubbish. His American campaign has been the best of his impressive Gran Slam career, following a run to the last eight at Wimbledon
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Far too many retiring types
I CANNOT understand how footballers can turn their backs on playing for their countries. Alan Shearer famously did it at the age of 29 and this summer Paul Scholes decided he would never play for England again. It is not just an English trait. This week
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Horwich trio shine in uphill challenge
THE 20th World Mountain Running Trophy held at Sauze D'Oulx, near Piemonte in Italy, saw three Horwich RMI Harriers taking part. All three acquitted themselves superbly well over the tough uphill course of 8,460m with 857m of climbing. Steve Barlow finished
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Weekend results
Tetley's Super League: London 22 Wigan 26, Salford 8 Hull 12, Warrington 27 Bradford 28. Parkhouse Recruitment Amateur International: England 32 Wales 34 LHF Healthplan National League One: Batley 22 Leigh 29, Halifax 30 Keighley 22, Hull K R 42 Rochdale
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Centurions make their Premiership point
Batley Bulldogs 22 Leigh Centurions 29 by Mike Hulme: LEIGH snatched the National League One Minor Premiership from under the noses of their closest rivals Whitehaven - but had one of their ex-favourites to thank for their success. Clinging to a 23-22
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Good Wynne for LR
Glossop NE 0 Atherton LR 1: A FIRST-HALF goal from Steve Wynne gave Atherton LR victory over Glossop North End at Surrey Street. Wynne struck the winner in the 28th-minute after LR had piled pressure on the home side with Simon band going close.
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Colls crash out of Vase
Atherton Colls 0 Alsager Town 3: ALSAGER dumped Atherton Collieries out of a cup competition for the second successive Saturday with an FA Vase victory at Alder House. The Cheshire side improved on their 2-1 FA Cup win over Collieries seven days earlier
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Late goal earns Boro a point
Radcliffe Boro 1 Blyth Spartans 1: STEVE Hill's injury-time equaliser gave Radcliffe Borough a point they barely deserved. Hill drove the ball in through a crowded penalty area after Spartans goalkeeper Craig Turns had dropped a free kick from Lee Duffy
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Law breakers should not be condoned
I WATCHED as a tearful woman, whose son was killed in the 9/11 tragedy, pleaded live on TV with Mr Blair not to go to war in Iraq. I have seen the expression on the faces of asylum seekers when their pleas have been turned down. I have total compassion
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War vets' battle to save regiments
THE campaign to save three North-west army regiments from a possible merger is being stepped up. The Queen's Lancashire Regiment, King's Own Royal border regiment in Cumbria and the Cheshire Regiment could be amalgamated to cut defence costs. North West
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Lecturer's grand design
A BOLTON university lecturer has won first prize in a competition to designing a garden centre for a home for the physically and mentally disabled. Andrea Turner, aged 39, of Heaton, a senior languages lecturer at the University of Central Lancashire,
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Officer risked life to stop a drink-driving robber
A POLICE officer from Bolton is to be rewarded for risking his own life to stop a dangerous drink-driver. Neil Austen, aged 27, will be recognised for his bravery and courage after he apprehended the violent man by jumping into his moving car following
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Future sports stars praying for funding
WE have all seen the adverts for the National Lottery Fund on TV, in magazines and on billboards. They inform you that money is available for your club or cause. But how easy is it to apply for a grant and does the money reach the grass-roots of sport
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'Paedophile' letters probe by police
ANONYMOUS letters telling people they are living near a paedophile have been sent to addresses in Greater Manchester and Cheshire. Police want anyone who receives a letter to contact them and handle it as little as they can so it can be examined forensically
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26 ride bike for charity
MORE than 20 volunteers will hop on a specially made bicycle to raise money for St Anne's Hospice in Manchester. Cyclists will ride the 26-seater bike for the five-mile charity to 10 pubs in the area, starting at the Dunn Mare Inn, Manchester Road, Little
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A night of high drama
IT was a glittering occasion at the Bolton Evening News Amateur Stage Awards/Bolton Amateur Theatre Societies' Dinner. More than 300 people attended the Oscar-style ceremony at the Lion of Vienna Suite at the Reebok Stadium. The 2003/4 winners of the
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DABS shortlisted
WESTHOUGHTON online retailer DABS.com is one of nearly 30 technology firms to have successfully qualified for this year's Deloitte Fast 50 technology awards. The results of the awards will be announced on September 21 at the Midland Hotel in Manchester
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Womenswear change
MARKS & Spencer has announced that Yasmin Yusuf, creative director of womenswear, has decided to leave the company at the end of the month. She said: "Limited Collection is now launched and I want to take time to breathe and to fulfil a long-held
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New mediation service chairman
SIR Peter Middleton, former chairman of Barclays Bank, has been appointed chairman of Europe's leading mediation service, The Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution. He takes over from Lord Hurd, who has been chairman since 2000. He is now chairman of
