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Dazzling show at pub bonfire
THE rain was not enough to dampen spirits at a bonfire and fireworks display at the Duke William pub in Ramsbottom. Residents braved the elements earlier this month to treat themselves to a dazzling show and a pie and black peas supper.
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Rocco ready to roll
JONNY Rocco returns to action on Friday night after nearly five months out of the ring. The Bolton boxer takes on Arek Malek in Glasgow on the undercard of Paul Appleby’s televised British featherweight clash with Esham Pickering. The 26-year-old part-time
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Firefighters row to aid of colleague
MORE than 250 fire service staff will row 800 miles in aid of heroic Bolton firefighter Steve Morris. The energetic workers are using rowing exercise machines to pull a distance equivalent to rowing Lands End to John O’Groats in 10 hours. The money
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Happening homes
Who would have thought that homeware would become so big. Now practically every supermarket has a homeware section and it's getting bigger and better. What's more the stores are helpfully putting together their looks so you can't fail if you
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Village date for Centurions
RUGBY LEAGUE: It’s official. Leigh Centurions will play their first-ever game at the new Leigh Sports Village stadium at Christmas. The Centurions have this week confirmed that the planned pre-season friendly against Salford City Reds on Sunday, December
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Roadshow expert visits society lunch
ANTIQUES Roadshow expert Eric Knowles addressed members of Bolton Decorative and Fine Arts Society at the group’s annual lunch. The television personality was the guest speaker at the Whitehall Hotel in Darwen. He spoke about his childhood in Burnley
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'Hamlet' site to get homes
COUNCILLORS have approved plans to build modern homes in Astley Bridge, despite residents claims that the buildings would ruin the “hamlet feel” to the area. Several residents in Moss Lea had complained that the rural feel of the area, which contains
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Busy road puts houses plan on hold
PLANS to build two large houses on a busy road have been put on hold amid fears that residents would be tempted to reverse out into traffic. A neighbour of the site in Darwen Road, Bromley Cross, told Bolton Council’s planning committee that there was
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Pupils lend voices of support for world record bid
HUNDREDS of children from schools across Bolton sung their hearts out in a bid to beat the world record for the biggest simultaneous sing-along. The youngsters were among hundreds of thousands in the UK who joined in with 90s pop star Des’ree as she
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Beautiful brights
Just because summer is over and the weather is poor, doesn't mean you have to go back to black and throw away your brights. In fact, brights have never been more fashionable and the first stop for any self-confessed shopaholic is Dorothy Perkins
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Market view of artists' work
BOLTON Art Studios held its annual Artists’ Market in Hampson Street, Horwich, earlier this month. Visitors had the opportunity to view unusual jewellery, woodcarvings and textiles along with a wide variety of paintings and ceramics. Local artists
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Keeping warm in winter
You have your Christmas wardrobe sorted by now, and you're looking for something for your man. Or, if you're a bloke and you're fed up of feeling the chil in just a shirt or T, then you'll need to strat wrapping up warm, the weather has turned.
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Greater Manchester's 500,000 passenger community transport boom
More than half a million journeys were made using community transport in Greater Manchester last year, according to new research. The report for the Greater Manchester Community Transport Forum was launched at a special event to promote the impact
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Barton Bridge repair work completed
Emergency repairs to the M60 Barton Bridge this afternoon caused delays for more than two hours. The repair work resulted in the closure of two lanes in the anti-clockwise direction for two hours. Traffic congestion is now easing after the
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Mayor opens play area at school
A NEW play area has been opened at a Little Lever school. Pupils and staff at Mytham Primary School were joined by the Mayor and Mayoress of Bolton, Cllr Anthony and Maureen Connell, for the special event. Mr Connell, who is a governor at the school
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Success for little dancers
TWO youngsters danced their way to success at a national competition. Courtney Smith, aged nine, and Brittany Rule, aged eight, both from Farnworth, came third out of 76 young couples at the national Internation Dance Teacher Association competition
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Bolton Council sells off 3,000 homes
BOLTON sold off almost 3,000 council homes between 2000 and 2007 new figures show. The numbers were released by the National Housing Federation, which says council ‘right to buy’ policies are adding to a housing crisis. Across the North-west
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Get plush with cosmetics
Looking for a beauty gift with a twist for a loved one this Christmas? Then check out Plush Folly. This is all about getting your hands dirty, or rather clean, and making your own cosmetics. Beat the credit crunch by creating your own skincare products
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Five years for Bolton web footage guns man
A Bolton man who police believe filmed himself with guns and posted the footage on the internet, has been sentenced to five years in a Young Offenders Institute. Anthony Horrocks, aged 20, of Brandwood Street, Daubhill, was found guilty of
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Life imitates art in De Niro's latest role
There are certain risks involved in making a film about the filmmaking business. Too many in-jokes and you could alienate the punters, not enough parody and it looks self-indulgent. Robert DeNiro’s latest film What Just Happened? boldly tries
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Homesick Nicola ready to pack it in
Nicola McLean has again threatened to quit 'I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!'. The glamour model, who has voiced her unhappiness at life in the jungle, admitting to feeling homesick and struggling with the gruelling conditions on several occasions
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Public blast low-cost drink — survey
THE biggest ever survey on alcohol in the North-west has revealed that most people think low price and discounts are fuelling our unhealthy drinking culture. Of the 30,000 respondents, 80 per cent blamed these factors for increased drinking. The revealing
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Action plan to cut Bolton teen pregnancies
AN URGENT plan to cut the number of Bolton teenagers getting pregnant is being launched by council and health chiefs. At one stage last year at least one in 20 girls from the town aged under 18 were falling pregnant, compared to a national
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Cricket stars celebrate Lanky Day
Cricket stars from Old Trafford are helping to celebrate Lancashire Day in a Manchester city centre pub tonight. The charity cricket celebration are at The Paramount pub, Oxford Street, with Lancashire stars past and present. As official sponsors
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George's surprise as Robert bows out
Former 'Star Trek' George Takei actor spoke for the stunned stars when he revealed his shock at seeing Robert Kilroy-Silk voted out. He said: "That was a surprise", despite having previously branded him "a villain."
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From our archives - November 27
10 YEARS AGO, From the Evening News, November 27, 1998 People who use public transport in Bolton are being asked their views on the concessionary fare scheme, which provides cheaper fares for children and pensioners. Members of Bolton’s Local Transport
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Now Robert wants Martina to win
Axed Jungle star Robert Kilroy-Silk said he wanted Martin Navratilova to win. But he admitted that "who I hope and who I think" were two different things though he didn't say who he expected to be crowned winner. After watching a montage of his best
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It's Timmy or Joe for me - Ricky Gervais
Ricky Gervais is backing Joe Swash or Timmy Mallett to win 'I'm A Celebrity . . . Get Me Out Of Here!' 'The Office' star - who admits he is a huge fan of the show - thinks former 'EastEnders' star Joe Swash or children's TV presenter Timmy
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Bolton amputee soldier completes 2,000 mile yacht race
A SOLDIER who lost a leg in an explosion in Afghanistan has completed a 2,000-mile yacht race. Johnathan Lee, aged 25, had to have his right leg amputated below the knee 12 months ago when he was blown out of his military vehicle and thrown into an
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Power cuts spark candle rush
Amy Winehouse, eat your heart out! In December, 1970 these shoppers, including the lady with the super hairdo, were part of a desperate race to stock up with candles. It helped that the shops had lots of Christmas candles in stock, but the
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Cliff Richard, MEN Arena, Tuesday November 25
HE may be well into his seventh decade, but Cliff Richard could have taught the youngsters a thing or two about stamina during his huge MEN Arena show. Sir Cliff played two sets, totalling a whopping two hours and 45 minutes. And from Move It to Millennium
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Bolton bike rider re-lives escape 'miracle'
A MOTORCYCLIST knocked down and dragged 800 yards by car thieves towing a caravan said last night: “I thought I was going to die.” But Liam Brennan, aged 19, escaped with just cuts and bruises — and believes his safety gear saved him.
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Bolton set for a reet good Lanky celebration
TODAY is Lancashire Day — when Red Rose folk celebrate all that is great about their historic county. And proud Lancastrians will be marking the occasion in Bolton too, despite the town being pushed into Greater Manchester under local government
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Residents have say on crime
HALLIWELL residents are being invited to attend a new policing surgery to discuss issues affecting them. The first drop-in surgery will take place today between 1pm and 2pm at the cop shop behind Halliwell Health Centre at the junction of Nebraska Street
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VIDEO: Duracell Bunnies live
WATCH the Duracell Bunnies play live at the Manchester Youth Games, here. Duracell Bunnies play the Rock School Showcase with Flip To Push and This Side Down at the Moses Gate, Bolton Road, Farnworth, on November 30.
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Pick of the Week: Rock School Showcase
Rock School Showcase What: Three young bands were formed as part of this summer’s ill-fated Bolton Music Showcase. Just over six months on and they are continuing undeterred with a showcase gig at the Moses Gate. The lineup features
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Whites star backs ‘Beckham’ girls
A FOOTBALL team inspired by the film Bend It Like Beckham welcomed a Bolton Wanderers star to their training session. Fabrice Muamba visited the team of young women who have named themselves after the hit film. The group, made up of
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Megson's backing for Keane
GARY Megson has laughed off suggestions that victory over Roy Keane’s Sunderland on Saturday could put the Irishman’s job under pressure. Wanderers head to the Stadium of Light sitting comfortably in mid-table with three wins from their last four games
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Unlocked house burgled
A BURGLAR sneaked into a house through an unlocked front door and stole a laptop and cash from a house in Cundey Street, Bolton, on Sunday night. They also stole a watch and wallet from a kitchen sideboard. The wallet, which contained £5 in cash, was
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United Utilities profits up 6pc to £369million
UNITED Utilities has reported an interim profit of £369 million for the half year up to the end of September. It represents a six per cent rise on last year’s half year figures. The company said will be investing almost as much again in improving water
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Bolton driver's lucky escape as car overturns
A DRIVER had a lucky escape after a car came off the road and flipped on to its roof. The car overturned on a stretch of the A675 Belmont Road near the Springs and Dingle reservoirs at around 8.30am yesterday, and ended up in a field.
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Bogus taxi driver rapes teenager
A teenager was raped by a man posing as a taxi driver in Dukinfield. The incident happened sometime between 12.15am and 1am on Saturday on Kendal Terrace, Dukinfield. The victim had been out drinking in Ashton-under-Lyne and got into a car believing
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Bolton brewery to expand despite pub losses
BOLTON’S only commercial micro-brewery has seen its profits rise despite economic pressures. Privately-owned Bank Top Brewery in Sharples has lost around nine customers, due to pub closures, but its sales are only around one per cent down on
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All wrapped up for a Christmas present to George
Joe Swash wants to give himself to George Takei as a Christmas present. The two stars have developed a close friendship on ‘I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!’ – even sharing a kiss – and the former ‘EastEnders’ actor says if he had to send
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Tears for a missing celebrity
Several members of the group broke down in tears when asked to name the celebrity they would most miss. The ‘I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!’ contestants were given a treat of scones, jam and cream while they had the discussion, which saw Brian
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Biff, Baff, Boff - and Madonna?
Timmy Mallett and David Van Day want Madonna to appear on their jungle ‘anthem’. The pair have been working on ‘Biff, Baff, Boff’ – penned about their time on ‘I’m A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!’ – and are considering roping in A-list artists for
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Thug slices off man's ear in street van attack
A thug deliberately drove a car at a 53-year-old man before slicing his left ear off. The victim is now recovering in hospital after the brutal attack which occurred in the street in Lower Broughton early yesterday morning. At about 1.40am, the
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A New Year party this weekend?
LAST week a letter was printed about people putting up their Christmas lights early. Well, last weekend I saw my first works Christmas party of the year — Saturday, November 22. There were a group of about 20 women, some of them dressed as Santas, some
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Time to ban all in-car technology?
IN support of Swindon banning speed cameras, Association of British Drivers spokesman Brian Gregory said: “Most accidents are caused because drivers are unable to concentrate on the road because they are looking for speed cameras.” Given that there has
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Monitor animal abusers to help children
I ALWAYS read Angela Kelly’s page, and must comment on her article “Caring more for pets than kids” (November 12).. So we Brits are finally living up to the stereotype that we care more about our pets than our children. I hope people
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Sisters are a fighting force
OLYMPIC wrestling sisters Kelly and Liz Kay are flying out to Helsinki on Friday after being selected to represent Great Britain. The talented duo, who are both members of Sharples Wrestling Club, were picked for their country after excellent performances
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Hummer is bad news for cyclists
IT beggars belief that a so-called cycling-friendly council should welcome a “Hummer” on to the streets of Bolton, bearing in mind that this vehicle, worthy though it may be in off-road circumstances, presents a very real threat on country lanes that
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Westminster: A world away from reality
WHAT an articulate and sensible response to English complaints about the benefits Scots are reaping from their “‘independence” (Make England better, don’t begrudge the Scots, November 13). The author is absolutely right. Members of all three
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Another way to bash motorists
I AGREE totally with what John Walsh says. The congestion charge is another way to penalise the motorist who needs their car to get to work. Yes, you can get a bus direct to Manchester, but try getting to Trafford Park, especially Urmston End.
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Friend warned police over Bolton death crash road
A MOTORIST who warned police about black ice on a waterlogged road, later learned his friend had died in a four-vehicle smash at the same spot. Mark Walsh called 999 after almost crashing on the pitch black A6 between Blackrod and Adlington
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Abernethy is Radcliffe star
PAULA Abernethy took the honours for Radcliffe Athletic Club in the South East Lancs Cross Country event at Clayton Vale on Saturday. She was 14th out of 49 runners and third veteran over-40 finisher. Her husband David (veteran over-40) was fourth among
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Old-style paving stones a real danger
I AM in despair about the irresponsibility of the council’s decision to lay old-style flags on the pavements along St George’s Road in Bolton outside the flats and the URC Church. They are the most dangerous type of paving stones I have seen
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Your school could stage a panto!
It’s official — the panto season is upon us. And to celebrate, The Bolton News has linked up with sweet company Chewits to offer primary schools the chance to win an exclusive Christmas performance. We’re inviting local schoolchildren
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Pay at the Post Office
IN reply to Mrs E Riley (November 18) “water bill rip-off”. What United Utilities failed to tell its customers, is that you can still pay at the post office. There is no charge if you pay cash, but there is a charge if you pay by cheque.
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Railways: Old or new, does it matter?
I DOUBT if even Sir Howard Bernstein knows exactly what mix of new and refurbished rolling stock will augment Greater Manchester rail services as a result of the TIF bid. Certainly, there will be some refurbished Sprinter Class 150 trains second-hand
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Burglars steal from machines in Bolton pub
Burglars targeted the Hare and Hounds pub in Bury Road, Breightmet, and stole £1,200 from machines. They removed beading from a rear ground floor window and got into the pub, which is currently closed for refurbishment. They then broke
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Discrimination of 'the vilest kind'
I FIND it very strange that a government tells us that discrimination by sex, race or religion is wrong and sometimes criminal. Yet here we have a government that is telling a Bolton constituency that it must have a woman candidate to replace
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January 5, 1980: Sunderland 0, Wanderers 1 - FA Cup 3rd Round
IAN Greaves’ Wanderers had gone 20 games without a win, were rock bottom of the First Division while Sunderland were going great guns in the Second Division and heading for promotion. They also had the advantage of an emotion-charged Roker
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The mother of all roles
ANGELINA Jolie is one of the most distinguished actresses of her generation. She embodies the grace and beauty of the old-style Hollywood belles as well as being an earth mother to her six children and devoted partner of actor Brad Pitt. The 33-year-old
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The mother of all roles
ANGELINA Jolie is one of the most distinguished actresses of her generation. She embodies the grace and beauty of the old-style Hollywood belles as well as being an earth mother to her six children and devoted partner of actor Brad Pitt.
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Firm donates 350 trees to school in Bolton
DAN Chesney remembers many cold, wet and windy games of football on his old school field. But now he has taken steps to make sure future students do not have to battle the elements whenever they take to the playing fields. Yesterday,
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Bolton gets top marks for caring
SOCIAL care in Bolton is among the best in the North-west, according to two independent reports. Bolton Council scored “excellent” in a review by the Commission for Social Care Inspections (CSCI) of the quality of life of older people, one
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Burnden Ladies take third
Four Burnden Roadrunners Ladies finished in the top 12 to take third place in the South East Lancashire Cross Country League team competition. They wer also second over-35s team and first in the over-40s category. Izzy Hughes and Shirley Staveley were
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RMI duo blossom in Red Rose race
KATIE Ingram and Garry Priestly starred for Horwich RMI Harriers in the Red Rose cross country race at Bolton’s Leverhulme Park. They performed brilliantly with Ingram winning the ladies race by a large margin, and Priestley narrowly beaten by British
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Office fashion can lift the gloom . . .
With credit crunch gloom, many of the workforce off with flu and impending festive duties, it’s no wonder the office is feeling a bit dreary these days. This is where fashion can help Ditch the habit of crawling out of bed and reaching for the closest
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Young Bolton athletes show indoor style
EIGHT Bolton Harriers Under-11s athletes competed for Greater Manchester in the Sportshall Fun In Athletics event. Sportshall Athletics has been running since 1976 and aims to introduce children to athletics and allows children to practice a multitude
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RMI shock Keegan's rich men in FA Cup
10 YEARS AGO IT was RMI’s finest hour – even though they lost. The non-league minnows who started life in Horwich but were now based in Leigh banked £100,000 but won much more in terms of reputation and recognition after taking Kevin
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Harsanyi seals Whites win to deny Stelios
Wanderers Res 2 Hull City Res 1 ZOLTAN Harsanyi’s 88th-minute piledriver handed Wanderers Reserves the points against Hull at Leyland’s County Ground. Former Reebok favourite Stelios looked like he had earned the Tigers a share of the spoils when he
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Woman, 66, dragged into Bolton road by mugger
A PENSIONER was dragged into the road by a mugger who grabbed her handbag. The 66-year-old woman was waiting for her husband at a bus stop in Market Street, Farnworth, at around 8pm on Tuesday. While she was waiting she was approached
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Knockout blow for Rebel Reds
FC United 1 Boston United 3 FC UNITED’S hopes of knockout glory were shattered when they lost their FA Trophy third qualifying round tie against Boston United at Gigg Lane. Karl Marginson’s Reds were hoping to take the next step on the Wembley trail
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Davies aims to pile pressure on Keane
KEVIN Davies plans to use Sunderland’s famously vociferous supporters to Wanderers’ advantage when he travels to the Stadium of Light. Roy Keane’s side have struggled to appease their huge fanbase this season, winning only three of their nine home games
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Confident Muamba goes for goals
FABRICE Muamba is confident he can add goals to his game. The midfield star was outstanding in Wanderers’ 3-1 win against Middlesbrough, earning praise from manager Gary Megson for his all-action display. But he missed two great chances on Teesside
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More Trophy delay for local clubs
DAISY Hill’s Lancashire FA Trophy First Round tie against Ramsbottom United was postponed for the fourth time on Wednesday due to the New Sirs pitch being waterlogged. The tie has now been rescheduled for Tuesday, December 2, at Ramsbottom’s Riverside
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Best spirit ever - Nolan
CAPTAIN Kevin Nolan has hailed the team spirit at Wanderers as the best he has ever known at the club. The midfielder helped in-form Bolton record their third victory in four games against Middlesbrough at the Riverside. And, after a rocky
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Bolton mill site targeted by arsonists again
AN historic mill, which has been the site of several blazes in recent months, was targeted by arsonists again last night. The office block of the former Creams Paper Mill, which occupies a large site in Little Lever containing a number of buildings
