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Jansen planning to return
FORMER Wanderers striker Matt Jansen is looking to relaunch his career more than two years after leaving the Reebok. The 31-year-old has not played competitive football since being released from a short-term contract in May, 2006, after just six appearances
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Historian set for Bolton talk
A RENOWNED historian is to speak to the Bolton branch of the Historical Association. Dr Glyn Redworth will speak on “A Family at war: King Philip I of England 1554-1558” then sign copies of his latest book The She-Apostle. The book has featured in The
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Winter rounders: Top girls gain super win
The New Inn lead Section A of the Farnworth Winter Rounders League after a 37-run win over Adlington. Ten runs ahead after the first innings, they stepped up a gear in the second innings to clinch a comfortable victory. Elton Vale A remain one point
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Boxing: Sheedy marches on
Ben Sheedy came through his toughest test to date to maintain his progress in the Senior Novices Championships. The 19-year-old Withins School Club fighter won a points decision over Kirkby’s David Still in their regional showdown in the under-10 fights
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Up to speed
BOLTON has the fastest broadband internet service in Greater Manchester, a study found. Homes enjoy an average speed of 6Mbps, compared to a regional average of 4.51Mbps, say Compare Broadband UK
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Thief turns day trip into a crime spree
A PROLIFIC thief celebrated his release from prison by taking his wife on a coach trip to Ripon. But while browsing in the historic Yorkshire town, light-fingered Harry Hankinson helped himself to more than £1,000 worth of jewellery from two shops.
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Charity champ to help hospice
A CHAMPION fundraiser will be selling badges in aid of Bolton Hospice on the town hall square from today. Wendy Close, from Astley Bridge, will be outside WH Smith every day until Sunday. The blue and silver star-shaped badges cost £1
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Students are shown a 'pizza' the action
TEENAGERS showed off their culinary skills during a masterclass at the Olive Press in Bolton. The restaurant, owned by celebrity chef Paul Heathcote, threw open its doors to pupils from Smithills School to give them a taste of life in a professional
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School for shoppers
shoppers can grab a bargain at Mount St Joseph secondary school’s Christmas fair. Traditional games, electronic games and many other stalls will be at the school in Greenland Road, Farnworth, on Saturday from 10ma to 4pm. There will also be a Santa’s
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Party will help hero firefighter
THE Derby Ward Labour Club is hosting a fund-raising party in aid of firefighter Steve Morris, who was seriously injured when he tried to rescue a family from their arson-hit Bolton home. The event will be held at the club in Deane Road, Deane, on Friday
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Half-season Reebok tickets
WANDERERS are offering a half-season ticket to fans in time for Christmas. Prices start at £229 for adults and £39 for children – based on prices for the East and West Stand Lower Tiers - and include 10 games, starting with the home fixture with Wigan
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Keep warm with help of grants
GRANTS are available to help people keep warm this winter. NHS chiefs in Bolton are urging residents to apply for the money and insulate their homes to reduce health risks. People who spend 10 per cent or more of their income on energy bills are in
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Call for investment
5 Years Ago ENGLAND was in the grip of World Cup fever with Jonny Wilkinson kicking Clive Woodward’s men to glory in Australia. But over at the Reebok, the alarm bells were ringing. Sam Allardyce’s Wanderers had survived their first two seasons
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RUGBY LEAGUE: Westhoughton Lions
ew Springs 12 Westhoughton Lions U18s 52 THE Lions defence was the key to a well-earned victory. Camped on their own line for most of the first half, it took three breakaway tries from Rick Wilcock, David Parkinson and Phil Meadowcroft, converted
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Praise for have-a-go heroes
A GROUP of have-a-go-heroes who rushed to the aid of a policewoman being attacked by a thug have been praised by a senior officer. Sgt Paul Ellis was so impressed by the actions of the brave group, he plans to send them personal letters. The shoppers
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Petition backs ousted barn traders
TRADERS who have been selling goods at Rivington Hall Barn for more than 20 years have been given three weeks to pack up and leave. Now, two teenage sisters have started a petition to try and stop the stalls being ousted from the popular spot. The move
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Harwod clinch Taylor Trophy
HARWOOD won the Jack Taylor Trophy with a 3-2 victory over Bolton Old Links. Harwood last won the end-of-season event 21 years ago and denied Old Links the double after their BGA league title victory. Old Links were in pole position in the tense final
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How to avoid the loan sharks
A GIANT inflatable shark greeted shoppers in Bolton to help trading standards chiefs warn people about the dangers of dodgy loans. Bolton Council has joined up with The Trading Standards Institute and Birmingham’s pioneering Illegal Money Lending team
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Linda's new role
BOLTON Golf Club’s Linda Wilson is the new captain of the Lancashire Ladies Golf Association. The 64-year-old, who has been a member at Bolton for 25 years and previously at Lee Park, Liverpool, has been vice-captain for the last 12 months. She said
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Festive stroll in the park
RANGERS are hosting a Christmas stroll in Moses Gate Country Park, in Farnworth, next month. It will take place on December 16, from 10am to 11.30am, will include a Christmas story and is suitable for children up to seven. The meeting place is Rock Hall
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Doctor in line for award
A DOCTOR has been nominated for a leadership award after improving care for patients. Dr Simon Stacey, a consultant physician at the Royal Bolton Hospital, has been shortlisted by the NHS North West Leadership Academy in the service improvement through
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Meet in hall after switch-on
THE doors of the Victoria Hall Methodist Mission will be open after Sunday’s “Big Bolton Switch On” of the town’s Christmas lights. A variety of activities, including Christmas card and decoration-making, festive fruit punch demonstrations and carol
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Strictly too much for John Sergeant: Vote now
Former political journalist John Sergeant is pulling out of Strictly Come Dancing. The 64-year-old has received strong support from the public despite constant criticism from the judges. Sergeant said in a statement: "The trouble is
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Custard tart sales in aid of elderly
A CHARITY initiative has been launched by a bakery to help elderly people. For the next three months, Greenhalgh’s Bakery is donating 5p from every custard tart sold in its 13 shops in Bolton to Age Concern. The Local Heroes campaign was launched outside
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Police operation targets car crime
A CRACKDOWN has been launched by police to tackle car crime hotspots in Westhoughton. Over the coming weeks, police will be using a range of tactics, gathering intelligence and targeting known criminals in a bid to curb vehicle thefts and car break-ins
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Fair date
A CHRISTMAS fair is being held at Blackrod Methodist Church in Manchester Road on Saturday from 10am to 12.30pm.
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Firework night raises £900
BOLTON Lever Rotary Club held a Halloween and Firework fundraiser which has raised £900. The total included a grant from Rotary International which will go to supporting Mikoroshoni School in Kenya. For pictures of the event see theboltonnews.co.uk/
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Jail for conman who stole from Bolton OAPs
A DRUG addict who tricked his way into the homes of pensioners in Bolton has been jailed for four years. Colin McPhee, aged 26, first struck on July 30 at the home of a pensioner in Singleton Avenue. He told the 85-year-old woman and
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Bolton Mets 8 Moss Bank Bulldogs 42
Unbeaten league leaders Moss Bank Bulldogs were on the scoresheet with their first attack and, within five minutes, were 12 points up. The Mets pulled one back with stand-off Darryl Leach touching down after some brilliant ball handling from centre Dave
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Bolton stab death: Man remanded on murder charge
A man has appeared in court charged with the murder of Bolton man Parwar Mulad. Ali Rezza Lotsin, aged 27, of Bolton Road, Ashton-in-Makerfield, appeared at Wigan and Leigh Magistrates' Court. Mr Mulad, aged 23, of Silverdale Road, Heaton, was
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Bank's £6m giveaway to Bolton charities
CHARITIES and community groups in Bolton are being offered the chance to claim a share in £6 million of funding. The giveaway will be announced today as part of the Bank of Scotland’s National Social Enterprise Day. The initiative is
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Bin blazes
ARSONISTS set fire to two industrial bins in Manchester Road, Bolton town centre, in the early hours of Wednesday. Firefighters were called to Halfords at 4.30am to deal with a blazing bin and found a second bin ablaze 100 yards away.
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People in Planes fly to Manchester
WELSH rockers People in Planes have announced their first headline tour this December. The band toured the US this Autumn with fellow countrymen The Stereophonics, and have been described as descendants of Radiohead, Supergrass and Super Furry Animals
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VIDEO: Chevrolet's 'old' new look
Chevrolet will introduce four new concept cars based on the 2010 Camaro. We take a look at the new 53mpg A5 2.0 TDI, Nissan has introduced the new Qashqai Sound and Style and Cartier unveiled its inaugural "Travel with Style" Concours d'Élégance
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Boxing up Christmas spirit for needy children
GENEROUS people in Bolton have been getting into the Christmas spirit early this year. Youngsters at Our Lady of Lourdes School in Farnworth have been filling shoe boxes with Christmas gifts for children in poor countries. So far, they have filled more
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Question time at meeting
THE public are being encouraged to come along to a meeting of Westhoughton Town Council on Monday at 7pm at the town hall in Market Street. Residents are also invited to take part in question time at the beginning of the meeting. Anyone wanting to raise
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'Safer public transport' with charge
TRAVELLING on public transport will become safer if proposals to invest billions in trains and buses in return for a congestion charge are approved, it is claimed. Supporters of the Transport Innovation Fund bid say Government cash would be spent on
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Beauty night for charity
AN open evening is being held at a beauty salon to raise money for The Christie Hospital. Springs Health and Beauty, in Leagate, Harwood, will offer complementary treatments and demonstrations next Thursday between 6pm and 9pm. For more information call
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Megson questions whether Styles should ref Whites
GARY Megson has questioned whether referee Rob Styles should be allowed to take charge of future Wanderers matches. The referee found himself once again at the centre of a Bolton storm on Saturday when he disallowed a ‘goal’ by Gary Cahill in the 2-0
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Bent's one in the eye for Sven
DARREN Bent has been full of praise for Fabio Capello’s England regime, but his claim that training is now “more professional” doesn’t say much for Sven-Goran Eriksson’s management. The Tottenham striker, enjoying life at White Hart Lane since the arrival
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Adams has a lot to learn
TONY Adams could do with a little help from his more experienced friends in the management game, judging by the latest murmurings from Fratton Park. Adams reckons he has told Portsmouth’s owner Alexandre Gaydamak that he will quit as manager if the club
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Styles should be kept away from Whites
MANAGERS are not in a position to dictate which referees can or cannot take charge of their games. But Gary Megson has a point when he suggests he, his players and their supporters now have so many issues with Rob Styles that the Hampshire official is
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FA need to apply common sense
EMMERSON Boyce is innocent. But that won’t save the Wigan Athletic full-back from being suspended for next Monday’s Premiership clash with Everton. Television replays showed clearly that Boyce’s tackle on Newcastle striker, Shola Ameobi
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Capello will not let clubs dictate
FULL marks to Fabio Capello for flexing his muscles in the club versus country debate. The England head coach scored a moral victory on Sunday night when he made Steven Gerrard report for duty with the rest of his decimated squad for tonight’s friendly
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Police probe stabbing of man at flats
A YOUNG man was stabbed three times during an argument after a night out. Paul Regan, of Gordon Avenue, Deane, was at a friend’s flat in Heathfield Court, Deane, on Friday night when a scuffle broke out between his friends and a group of men in an opposite
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Why can’t all the bus firms use this stop?
FOLLOWING recent reports about a bus stop being provided but no buses use it, I am writing to say that we have a similar problem here in Bolton. I have been campaigning for both the Arriva 575 and First 575 services, who serve on the same route, to
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Lydon quits Warriors for top RU role
Wigan Warriors Performance Director, Joe Lydon, has been appointed Head of Rugby Performance and Development with the Welsh Rugby Union. Lydon re-joined the Warriors in December, 2007, as Chief Executive when Ian Lenagan took over control of the
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Public art is a powerful tool
IT would be very easy to put public art way down the list of priorities when it comes to spending cash in the community, but that would be short-sighted. Involving local people in eye-catching projects helps prevent neglect of public areas and instills
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VIDEO: Stylish new Bentley Azure T
The stylish new Bentley Azure T is featured in our latest Motor News video. Plus the Jeep Patriot S-Limited which is the latest offering from the Jeep brand,and we check out the new 2009 Lexus IS. We also report that the NISSAN GT-R
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Jazz players’ royal show
IT will be a case of all that jazz when a trio of young musicians take to the stage at London’s famous Ronnie Scott’s jazz club for a royal show. Talented violinist Joy Becker, trumpet player Thomas Hurst and Carl Austin, who plays the viola, have been
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Good luck to Zac’s nursery fund
IT was heartening to read your article on November 1 about four-year-old Zac Moran’s nursery’s fund raising efforts to buy him a special bike. Meningitis left the toddler with a condition called global delay, which has, unfortunately, affected his development
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Squirrels give us a lot of fun
SO, Beryl Willets (November 15), thinks that all grey squirrels should be killed? Shame on her. There is enough killing going on all over the world without this. I have a family of squirrels in my garden. My family get a lot of fun from watching them
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Dani Behr thinks she's pregnant
Bosses on ‘I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!’ are reportedly sending a pregnancy test into camp for the 34-year-old presenter Dani Behr, and may have to withdraw her from the show if the result is positive. Queasy Dani – who has two children
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Cole shooting the messenger
I KNOW I’m bound to say this, but I find it astounding that Ashley Cole, pictured, is going to the High Court over newspaper stories about his alleged relationships with three women. The footballer, married to Girls Aloud singer and X-Factor judge Cheryl
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I can be a Celebrity winner - Nicola
Nicola McLean can “eat anything” after winning a Bushtucker Trial. The glamour model said chewing scorpions, kangaroo’s testicles and silkworms during the ‘I Scream Van’ challenge earlier this week has given her the confidence to tackle anything
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Give Clarence Street site a new role
YOUR article regarding Clarence Street brought back memories of when I attended Bolton Community College, and later became the chairman of the Users’ Group. Like myself, many people will remember the college because of the embracing warmth of its staff
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"Crash for cash" scam: Three charged
THREE Bolton men have been charged by police in connection with a “crash for cash” insurance scam. Ershad Khan, aged 22, and Iqbal Khan, aged 48, both of Argo Street, Daubhill, were charged on Tuesday with conspiracy to commit fraud.
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Plumbing jobs under threat
JOBS in Wolseley-owned plumbing centres in Bolton could be under threat as the company feels the pinch of the global recession. Wolseley is shedding around 2,300 jobs nationally. The firm’s stable of companies encompasses The Build Centre in Grecian
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Esther's toy boy poser
Esther Rantzen was offered the chance to be made into a WAG - but received a warning she would have to share her boyfriends. The 68-year-old presenter - whose husband Desmond Wilcox died in 2000 - was asked if she wanted to hang out with footballers
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Winner Robert is a real loser
Robert Kilroy-Silk claimed victory in the Bushtucker Trial yesterday - only to be told he hadn't completed the task correctly. The politician thought he had beaten actor Joe Swash in 'Chamber Of Horrors'after setting himself free from a water-filled
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Kidnap date for two contestants
Two new contestants will be kidnapped as they enter the jungle tomorrow. The unsuspecting stars - believed to be former Mis-Teeq singer Su-Elise Nash and Dollar star David Van Day - will be ensnared in giant nets and caged deep in the heart
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Man faces child cruelty charge
A MAN has appeared in court charged with committing an act of cruelty to a child. Istvan Lakatos, aged 31, of Huxley Street, Brownlow Fold, appeared at Bolton Crown Court on Tuesday, charged with wounding, grievous bodily harm and doing an act of cruelty
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Home is best for mum and baby
Mrs Taylor (November 10) was worried about the rapid discharge of mothers and new babies. I and many others consider it to be the best way to avoid hospital infections — and children are far less likely to be worried if their mum returns home quickly
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Tories’ mixed message on toll
CAN I thank Cllr Andrew Morgan, the Conservative Chief Whip in Bolton, for replying to me in his letter “Tories opposed to road charge” (November 13). Cllr Morgan took the Tory official line and stated that they are against the proposed congestion charge
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Market Place not for elderly people
I WRITE in reply to the letter from Beverley Hollands (November 1), who said the older generation have had years to enjoy the old Market Place and we should now let the young ones have it now. The old market hall catered for both young and old, but the
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Crunch time for causes in urgent need
IT was great to see how well TV’s Children In Need appeal did this year in spite of the “credit crunch.” Local firms, groups and individuals pledged their support to the campaign — which has benefited projects in Bolton in the past — to keep the millions
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Paddy says he hates Steve Coogan
PADDY McGuinness has said that fellow comedian Steve Coogan, who appeared at the MEN Arena last night, is one of only two people he dislikes. The Bolton-born entertainer made the comments to Key 103’s Mike Toolan when he appeared on the breakfast show
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Couple need to get a life
YOU really couldn’t make it up. Now a couple are divorcing because the husband’s alter ego in virtual online world “Second Life” was unfaithful to the wife’s alter ego. Amy Pollard discovered her husband’s character in the arms of another female player
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Post Office pension contract is good
I WAS pleased to hear the good news about the Post Office Card Account (“Post Office to keep benefits contract”, November 14). The card account is an important source of income and brings customers through the doors of post offices across the country
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North Bury Junior fixtures
U16 Premier League: Middleton Colts v Rossendale United Lads. U16 A Division: Clarence Athletic v Walshaw Sports Club Whites. U16 B Division: Shakers United v Marauders Tigers; Marauders Leopards v Brandlesholme Warriors Stripes. U16 Mains Cup: Castle
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Official: Bolton is a boom town!
BOLTON has one of the most thriving business economies in the UK, a new set of figures have revealed. The Royal Mail has released its Business Barometer figures for March-August this year — and Bolton is in second place in terms of business
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Two wins in two for in-form Bolton
Bolton 19 Old Bedians 18: Bolton secured their second win of the season thanks to a late penalty from returning fly-half Guy Lovegreen. They started the game in confident mood after notching their first win of the season the previous week week
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Charles is not the right type
ALL the events and TV programmes centring on Prince Charles’ 60th birthday may have shown his human side. But, more than anything else, they revealed what a sensible decision the Queen took in not standing down in his favour. He may well be a nice, well-intentioned
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Heed mother’s warning on mini-bikes
BOLTON mum Linda Bateson, pictured, is appealing to local parents not to buy mini-motorbikes for their children. She knows too well the dangers involved. Her 18 year-old son, John, died from injuries in a crash in Heywood Park, Great Lever, after borrowing
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Library’s wartime tribute
THE Mayor and Mayoress of Bolton, Cllr Anthony Connell and his wife, Maureen, join local historian Bill Holden at Bolton Central Library in Le Mans Crescent for a First World war exhibition, which runs until Tuesday, December 2
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Shopping in 1966
IT could be a scene from a Hovis advert, but it is, in fact, Church Street, Ainsworth, in 1966, although it looks like it could be the 1940s. I have memories of Church Street and the chemist shop where I took many prescriptions when I was visiting an
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Lostock off to a flyer
Trafford MV 3 Lostock 11: Lostock got their season off to a flying start by knocking Trafford out of the Halbro Plate in a determined display. It was not until the 35th minute that a breakthrough was made. Alan Wordley passed through all the Trafford
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BBC moves must not spoil programmes
IN reply to Peter Johnston’s letter, (“BBC: London not the centre of the universe” November 4). I am not opposed to the plans to decentralise at the BBC. My criticism is that those mentioned appear piece-meal and not properly thought out. I am an avid
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Children’s safety must take priority
WHILE the debate over the fate of Baby P continues to rage it is simply not enough for official heads to roll. Many of us no doubt felt physically sick hearing how the 17 month-old was found dead in his blood-stained cot, bearing the effects
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Brave boxer praised by court judge
A BOXING champion who was shot by a love rival went in search of his attacker armed with two knives, a court heard. A judge warned Samson Alluko that people must not try to take the law into their own hands, but praised his bravery in giving evidence
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Push for car parks is ruining our town
I COULD not believe my eyes when I read The Bolton News on November 15. It was reported that councillors were “concerned” over futuristic-style car parks in the St George’s conservation area. The council was concerned that the glass, brick and aluminium
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Rebels look to inflict rare defeat on rivals
FC United look to get back to winning ways after two UniBond League Premier Division draws when they meet Eastwood Town at Gigg Lane tonight, kick-off 7.45pm. Eastwood have lost just two of their 14 league games this season.
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Martina should expose tawdry TV spectacle
WHAT on earth possessed Martina Navratilova to go into the jungle for TV’s “I’m A Celebrity . . . Get Me Out Of Here!”? The latest series, which places celebs in the Australian outback to face a series of harrowing (for the eels and insects involved)
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Cut out the mistakes, says O'Brien
ANDY O’Brien thinks Wanderers must focus harder on cutting out defensive mistakes in order to climb up the league. The centre-half, who held himself culpable for Liverpool’s second goal at the Reebok on Saturday, has been generally pleased with what
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Bolton Museum is in top five attractions
IT does not have the contemporary chic of the Imperial War Museum or the famous history of Old Trafford football ground. But that has not stopped Bolton Museum, Aquarium and Archive beating the two famous landmarks — among many others — in
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Bridegroom-to-be cleared of rape
A MAN accused of raping a 36-year-old woman in her Leigh home has been cleared. A jury took less than an hour to find Dominic Dixon not guilty of rape and he was discharged from the dock at Liverpool Crown Court. It had been alleged that he attacked
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Bolton School results
Girls Lacrosse Isabel Nightingale has been selected to represent the North of England in the Under-18 B squad. Olivia Brown is also the reserve goalkeeper for the squad. Netball The under-13s won against Newcastle under Lyme but the U12s, U14s
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Industrial bins set alight
ARSONISTS set fire to two industrial bins in Manchester Road, Bolton town centre, in the early hours of this morning. Firefighters were called to Halfords, at 4.30am, where one bin was alight and then found a second bin ablaze 100 yards away. They spent
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From our archives
10 YEARS AGO From the Evening News November 19, 1998 LONG, long waits on hospital trolleys in the corridors of Royal Bolton Hospital could be coming to an end. This week, Wigan and Bolton Health Authority was handed an extra £1.9 million to cope with
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Midnight shopping to beat the crunch
SHOPPERS will be able to splash the cash until midnight after bosses at Debenhams in Bolton took the decision to stay open late for two mega shopping events. The store is slashing prices by 25 per cent as the credit crunch continues to bite and will
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Good advice from a shark
A GIANT shark will be patrolling Victoria Square today. The 25-foot inflatable predator is part of a campaign warning Christmas shoppers about the dangers of loan sharks. Trading Standards officers and experts in illegal lending will be in the town centre
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Don't use loos as rubbish dump, plea
A WATER company is appealing to the public not to use their toilets as a rubbish dump after finding false teeth and even bullets in the sewer system. United Utilities, which has wastewater treatment works in Bolton, Belmont and Horwich, has also found
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Flower power smashes drugs ring
AN undercover cop posed as a flower delivery man in a dramatic raid which smashed a £50,000 drugs ring in Bolton. Uniformed officers were lying in wait as one of their colleagues — PC Lee Ganley — delivered a bouquet of blooms to an unsuspecting
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Brave Emma loses her battle for life
A YOUNG woman who suffered from a rare illness which caused her body to attack itself has died. Brave Emma Matheson, aged 22, had struggled with the condition sarcoidosis from the age of six months. Yesterday, her mum spoke of her pride
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Reebok's the only place for Riga
RIGA would not swap the Reebok for anywhere else in the world. The flying winger has made a promising start to his career with Wanderers, with his fast, direct style proving popular on the terraces. And the feeling is mutual. Since signing from Levante
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Juniors suffer defeats
BOLTON under-17s succumbed to a narrow 7-0 defeat away at Littleborough. They defended valiantly, and the forwards deserve praise for some brave work, with Josh Coates and Josh Hughes deserving special mentions for massive tackle counts. The under-
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Megson says Cahill should have got England call
GARY Megson is surprised that Fabio Capello did not turn to Gary Cahill when defensive injuries blighted the build-up to Wednesday night's friendly in Germany. When Rio Ferdinand and John Terry withdrew from the squad through injury, the England boss
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Daisy boss runs rule over players
DAISY Hill boss Craig Thomas will use Wednesday night's Lancashire County FA Trophy first round home tie with Ramsbottom United, kick-off 7.45pm, to assess the strength of his NW Counties League squad. Thomas, who recently took charge at New
