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Sign up or be a lottery loser
THOUSANDS of Bolton workers who play the National Lottery in syndicates risk losing out if they do not have written agreements in place. Legal experts are warning that members face disappointment unless a formal contract is signed. Families of ticket
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Amir confident to miss contract row
AMIR Khan's camp are confident they will not have to go through the same contract wrangling that has soured the relationship between Frank Warren and Ricky Hatton. Warren has a three-year deal with the 18-year-old Olympic silver medalist and Amir's father
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Bolton to enter the 21st century at last
What an opportunity the town has to bring it into the 21st century! I'm sorry for the bookshop, but thousands more will benefit for years to come. Bolton has needed a revamp for years. Please do all you can to get the public on the right side of this
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Take a lesson from Bulgaria
I WAS amazed to read the comments made by Bolton's most senior police officer, Chief Supt Dave Lea, in the Bolton Evening News (September 22). He warned Bolton fans travelling to Bulgaria to behave themselves, as "This is a country where they take a very
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Alcohol ban has no hope of working
THE Westhoughton alcohol ban defies belief! I read with utter dismay the comments made by Lawrence Owen regarding the street gangs of Wingates. As their Labour councillor on the Westhoughton Town Council, it is my duty to support him and the Wingates
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OAP mugged in hospital corridor
From the Evening News, September 27, 1995: A THIEF wrecked a pensioner's birthday after mugging his wife in a hospital corridor. As reported in last night's Bolton Evening News, the 69-year-old woman was attacked during a visit to Bolton General Hospital
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Man found dead after chemical leak in factory
THE body of a man has been recovered from a factory where fire crews were called to deal with a chemical leak. It is thought the man, who is in his 50s and from Oswestry, Shropshire, was overcome by ammonia fumes at the factory in Lowton, Leigh. Police
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Symonds set for new deal?
AUSTRALIAN sensation Andrew Symonds could be on his way back to Old Trafford next season as one of Lancashire's overseas signings. The big Queenslander has already left the North-west in preparation for the ICC Super Series - but it seems that he will
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Great Scott! Shakers off the bottom
SHAKERS 1, BRISTOL ROVERS 0: Shakers climbed off the foot of League Two after a Paul Scott goal earned them their first match in more than a month. Shakers dominated the early exchanges and Bristol Rovers keeper Scott Shearer saved well from Allan Smart
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Have your say on transport
MEMBERS of the public are being invited to discuss their transport concerns. The Bolton Local Transport Passenger Forum will meet in the Lancaster Suite of Bolton Town Hall on October 20, at 2pm and members of the public are invited.
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Firefighters battle factory blaze
SCORES of firefighters battled for six hours to control a blaze that destroyed an industrial unit in Great Lever on Tuesday night. Sixty firefighters were called to the scene at Clough Fold Industrial Estate, off Raikes Lane at 9.30pm. Five fire engines
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Better on the buses, says Amir
AMIR Khan and Bolton Wanderers mascot Lofty the Lion got a new fleet of Bolton-based buses rolling at The Reebok Stadium. The eight First buses, which cost £990,000 and are fitted with CCTV security cameras, will be used exclusively on the 575 route from
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Man found dead after chemical leak in factory
THE body of a man has been recovered from a factory where fire crews were called to deal with a chemical leak. It is thought the man, who is in his 50s and from Oswestry, Shropshire, was overcome by ammonia fumes at the factory in Lowton, Leigh. Police
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Couple who met through pages of the Bolton Evening News
A COUPLE who found love through the pages of the Bolton Evening News have tied the knot in style. Sharon Sharples married Ian Shawcross two years after she replied to his message which appeared in our Twos Company columns. Surrounded by friends and family
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We must not waste Euro chance - Bruno
BRUNO N'Gotty left for Bulgaria on Wednesday determined to prevent Wanderers becoming one-tie wonders in Europe. The big Frenchman, who won the European Cup Winners Cup with Paris St Germain, believes too much effort went into qualifying for the UEFA
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Diouf: I'm no loser
LIKE Daniel before he entered the lion's den, El-Hadji Diouf is not sure what to expect when he runs out at the Naftex Stadium in Burgas. Nor can he guarantee how he will react if things do not go his way on the pitch. All he can promise is that he will
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Sacked Barrow: How fortunes change
SACKED Bury FC manager Graham Barrow believes his shock dismissal has arrived just when his team was beginning to make progress. The Shakers' boss paid the ultimate price for the club's poor start to the season by having his contract terminated. The stunning
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Barrass beefs up Boro defence
RADCLIFFE BORO 0, GUISELEY 0: Boro moved off the bottom of the UniBond Premier League thanks to a battling draw against Guiseley. Former Bury defender Matty Barrass made his Boro debut, and Boro certainly looked more solid than in recent weeks. Lee Duffy
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Setback for junior hopes
BURY Under-15s suffered a setback to their Greater Manchester Schools' League campaign when they went down 2-1 against Tameside at the Derby School. Bury took the lead on the half hour when an Alex Mallion (Woodhey) free kick flew in from 18 yards out
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Bolton area amateur results filed on September 27
Pioneer League Premier Division Daisy Hill 2 Astley Miners 9; Farmers Arms 1 Ellesmere 1; Jolly Waggoner 2 Egerton 0; North Bolton 5 Little Lever 2. P W D L F A GD Pts Astley Miners 4 4 0 0 24 3 21 12 Ellesmere 4 3 1 0 16 4 12 10 North Bolton 4 2 1 1
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Health chiefs' pledge over surgery
HUNDREDS of residents atended a public meeting to discuss fears over the future of one of Bolton's busiest GP practices. Health bosses reassured concerned locals that the Ladybridge Surgery on the Ladybridge estate would not be closing, although they
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Horse statue stolen from boy's grave
THIEVES have struck at the grave of a young cancer victim for the fourth time. A statue of two horses was stolen from the grave of Duane Jones at Heaton Cemetery. Duane died 18 months ago at the age of 11 after losing a two-year battle against cancer.
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Friends' tribute to 'free spirit' Dabiel
A TEENAGER whose life was tragically cut short in a road accident was remembered on Monday. Family and friends, many of whom were dressed in bright colours, gathered at West Chapel at Overdale Crematorium, to celebrate the life of Daniel Fitton, aged
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Roy in charge of Trafalgar concert
ONE of the brass band world's "giants" will be conducting at a "Triumphant Trafalgar" concert at Bolton's Victoria Hall. Dr Roy Newsome is one of the leading figures in the history of the British brass movement and his guest appearance is considered a
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Firm is a friend of the family
RECRUITMENT specialist Linda Taylor Associates is in the running for national recognition thanks to its family-friendly policies. The consultancy, which has branches in Bolton and Swinton, has made it through to the regional finals of the Parcelforce
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Don't let big stores squeeze out small
I WROTE in August about the financial wisdom of the St Helena development. While the plan, in general, is good, it is also of vital importance that care is taken to protect historic buildings and the businesses within them, which are in danger of being
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Dying town's cry for help
I VIEW the Central Street re-development plans as a cry for help for a dying town centre. I have been a resident here now for more than 16 years. I receive very little from the local council considering the substantial council tax that I pay. The two
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Shock cost of hoax calls
ARSONISTS and hoax 999 callers in Bolton have cost the fire brigade a staggering £3.4 million in just one 12 month period. The figure was revealed as fire chiefs hit out at arsonists and hoax callers for wasting valuable resources and manpower. They warned
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Lanky on the web
FOLLOW Lancashire's fortunes 24/7 courtesy of this new web link. Simply click on Lancashire's official web site for all the scores and team news.
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Mini-motorbikes come under crusher
UNCLAIMED mini-motorcycles and scooters were crushed on Tuesday as a warning to would-be owners. The off-road bikes were all seized by Greater Manchester police from youths caught riding them illegally on roads. Police say the force is committed to tackling
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Brownies' big day
BROWNIES and Rainbows in Edgworth are holding a Macmillan Coffee Day on Saturday at St Anne's Church, Turton. They will be serving refreshments, and providing a cake stall and bring and buy stall from 10am to 4pm.
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Walk in aid of guide dogs
FOUR-legged friends accompanied by their owners will be taking part in a sponsored walk to raise money for Guide Dogs for the Blind. Lostock-based Chulsey Gate Kennels has organised the fund-raising event for Sunday, October 16 and every man - or woman
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Firefighter Paul ready for his Italian job
BOLTON firefighter Paul Norris is gearing up to pit his skills and strength against some of the fittest people in the country. On Thursday, he flies out to the Italian Alps to begin three days of intense physical challenges which will decide who represents
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Brownies' big day
BROWNIES and Rainbows in Edgworth are holding a Macmillan Coffee Day on Saturday at St Anne's Church, Turton. They will be serving refreshments, and providing a cake stall and bring and buy stall from 10am to 4pm.
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Roy in charge of Trafalgar concert
ONE of the brass band world's "giants" will be conducting at a "Triumphant Trafalgar" concert at Bolton's Victoria Hall. Dr Roy Newsome is one of the leading figures in the history of the British brass movement and his guest appearance is considered a
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Rest of the UEFA games on Thursday
ALL the fixtures AEK Athens v Zenit St Petersburg, AZ v Krylia Sovetov, Anorthosis Famagusta v Palermo, Aris Salonika v Roma, Austria Magna v Viking FK, Braga v Crvena Zvezda, CSKA Sofia v Bayer Leverkusen, Cork v Slavia Prague, Debrecen v Shakhtar Donetsk
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£45 to get in at Stamford Bridge
WANDERERS fans will have to pay at least £45 for the privilege of watching their team take on runaway Premiership leaders, Chelsea, at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, October 15. Tickets, priced £48 and £45 for adults, £28 for pensioners and £20 for under
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Plovdiv Factfile
Ground: Lauta Park Nickname: Loko, or Black and Whites Manager: Eduard Eranosyon Current league position: 6th (P5 W3 D1 L1 Pts 10) Top scorer: Martin Kamburov six goals Last time out: Lokomotiv Plovdiv 2 Chserno 0. How they lined up: Stoyan Kolev, Ivanov
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Fear of sack keeps Sam going
SAM Allardyce has admitted modern-day management is one constant battle against the sack. Four days after Sir Alex Ferguson was booed by his own supporters despite delivering 16 major trophies to Manchester United, Allardyce takes Bolton on their first
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We must not fail - Sam
THEY might have made history in just qualifying for Europe but Sam Allardyce has told his players that their efforts will count for nothing, unless they win through to the group phase of the UEFA Cup. Only if they dispose of their first round opponents
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Setback for junior hopes
BURY Under-15s suffered a setback to their Greater Manchester Schools' League campaign when they went down 2-1 against Tameside at the Derby School. Bury took the lead on the half hour when an Alex Mallion (Woodhey) free kick flew in from 18 yards out
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Senior misses Saints clash
SUPER League champions Leeds Rhinos will be without centre Keith Senior for their qualifying semi-final at St Helenson Friday. The Great Britain international has not yet recovered from ankle injury sustained in a home defeat by Bradford on August 19.
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Blackrod in tough battle for point
BLACKROD earned a point with a hard fought 2-2 draw at Fulwood Amateurs. Blackrod took a 21st minute lead when new signing, defender Dave Bailey, headed home a Darrell Martinus corner kick. Even though they created five more clear-cut chances they failed
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8-goal romp puts Vics on top
HORWICH Vic went clear at the top of the Premier Section after Arkwrights Holding drew 2-2 with Farnworth Canary at Moss Bank. Oldfield and Barlow scored for Arkwrights while Greg Wood got a brace for the Canary. Horwich Vic beat the Luckless FC Horseshoe
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Penalty double rocks Eagley
EAGLEY went down 2-1 to local rivals Charnock Richard in the West Lancashire Premier Division. The Villagers can count themselves unlucky as they dominated proceedings throughout and finally went down to a hotly disputed penalty in the 89th minute. Eagley
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The last thing we need is more flats
WHY does every planning application for Bolton town centre include plans for multi-storey blocks of flats? Have all the existing new blocks now become occupied? Not judging by the adverts in the Bolton Evening News Property Guide each week. The existing
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Have your say on transport
MEMBERS of the public are being invited to discuss their transport concerns. The Bolton Local Transport Passenger Forum will meet in the Lancaster Suite of Bolton Town Hall on October 20, at 2pm and members of the public are invited.
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Pub service to welcome new vicar
A PUB is to celebrate the appointment of a community chaplain - by holding a Harvest service in the bar! The Reverend John Buckley will mark his appointment as chaplain of the Church House Inn, Bollington, Macclesfield, with the service. The owners of
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Walk in aid of guide dogs
FOUR-legged friends accompanied by their owners will be taking part in a sponsored walk to raise money for Guide Dogs for the Blind. Lostock-based Chulsey Gate Kennels has organised the fund-raising event for Sunday, October 16 and every man - or woman
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Draw on Tuesday
THE draw for the group stages of the UEFA Cup will take place in Switzerland on Tuesday, at 11am. Forty teams will go through to the group matches and they will play in eight groups of five. Each team will then play four games, two at home and two away
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Barrass beefs up Boro defence
RADCLIFFE BORO 0, GUISELEY 0: Boro moved off the bottom of the UniBond Premier League thanks to a battling draw against Guiseley. Former Bury defender Matty Barrass made his Boro debut, and Boro certainly looked more solid than in recent weeks. Lee Duffy
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Post Office 'hut' is an insult - council
POST Office plans to open a "hut" in Kay Gardens are an insult to the people of Bury, say councillors. And Labour bosses deny that they have not done enough to help find a long-term location in the town centre since the closure of Forbuoys. The row followed
