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Freedman looks to the future and life after football
DOUGIE Freedman believes in forward-thinking both on and off the football pitch. The Wanderers manager is meticulous in his game-planning and reputedly looks ahead several games in advance when picking his teams for upcoming matches. But he
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Dougie's boys miss awards shortlist
WANDERERS have been overlooked in the voting for the Championship’s Player of the Year after a trio of players were shortlisted ahead of tomorrow’s Football League awards ceremony. Chosen by the league’s managers, the trio – who have all scored
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Reebok duo play a part in U21s triumph
REEBOK duo Craig Dawson and Marvin Sordell were both involved as England’s Under-21s beat their Romanian counterparts 3-0 on Thursday at Wycombe’s Adams Park. Centre-back Dawson played the full 90 minutes, one of only four on the night to do so
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Event cancelled
A CONSULTATION event due to be held today to discuss the upcoming refurbishment of Bolton’s Octagon Theatre has been cancelled because of the weather.
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Davies aims to bounce back
WHITES striker Craig Davies may have missed out on international duty with Wales but that has not stopped him training at full tilt. The 27-year-old was omitted from Chris Coleman’s squad for last night’s World cup qualifier in Scotland and Tuesday
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Gr-eight expectations: What history says Wanderers must to do win promotion
ASSISTANT manager Lennie Lawrence has stated Wanderers need to win at least five of their remaining Championship fixtures to stand any chance of gatecrashing the top-six party and extending their season into the play-offs. It is not inconceivable
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Celebratory service for 150th anniversary of United Reformed Church
IT is a hidden gem that has served Bolton town centre for 150 years. Now the United Reformed Church of St Andrew and St George, St George’s Road, believed to be the place where plans for the Bolton Evening News were first discussed, is celebrating
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Doctor is accused of failing his patients
A BOLTON anaesthetist failed to properly care for patients in his care, a misconduct hearing has heard. Dr Rajat Subhra Banaer- jee was employed as a staff grade doctor in anaesthetics at the Royal Bolton Hospital at the time of the allega- tions
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TASTY TREATS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
OSTRICH meat and fresh Italian breads are among the tasty treats on offer at Bolton’s latest town centre attraction. Victoria Square is playing host to an award-winning global market until Sunday, with traders from all over the world selling products
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THAT’S ALL FOLKS!
PERFORMERS took to the stage for the final evening of Bolton Music Centre Presents. Nine ensembles performed at the Albert Halls, Bolton, on the fifth night of the annual music extravaganza. More than 40 groups have entertained audiences over the
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Help shape future of Octagon
BOLTON’S Octagon Theatre is inviting people to give their views on its upcoming refurbishment. A consultation event will be held today about the work which will take place after a grant of £384,799 from the Arts Council. The money will go towards
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GLOBAL WARMING?
SNOW and high winds sent a chill across Bolton causing misery for com- muters and dampening any signs of spring. The severe weather condi- tions were a stark contrast to the balmy temperatures in spring last year which gave us the third warmest March
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Muamba - ‘I’m not scared of anything any more’
MIRACLE man Fabrice Muamba has told fans his cardiac arrest on the pitch in front of thousands of fans has left him fearing nothing. The 24-year-old spoke to fans along with Dr Jonathan Tobin, the Wanderers club doctor who helped to save Fabrice
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Tom Shrews stint goes on
YOUNG Wanderers striker Tom Eaves has extended his loan at Shrewsbury Town until the end of the season. The 21-year-old has impressed and scored three times in six matches for Graham Turner’s League One strugglers. The young Liverpudlian also
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Police find Luger gun hidden inside settee
A GUN was discovered hidden inside a sofa at house in Tonge Moor after two men were threatened. Police were called after three men approached the duo in Halliwell Road, Bolton, and “mentioned” a firearm, although one was not seen. Officers
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Death-crash driver gets jail warning from judge
A DRIVER who killed a teenage motorcyclist has been warned he could be jailed after he pleaded guilty to death by careless driving. Inayat Adam, aged 36, of Eskrick Street, Bolton, was driving a Vauxhall Vectra just after 10pm on January 2 when it
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GEM OF A JOB!
BEAUTY queen Nicole Jackson has proved she really is a diamond. The 16-year-old schoolgirl from Farnworth is the new face of international jeweller Tresor Paris. Landing the prestigious contract is the latest accolade for the St James’ CE High
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Maxine goes back in time for Easter
BOLTON actress Maxine Peake, pictured, will grace the prime time slot on Easter Sunday in a period drama. Peake will star in period drama The Village alongside actor John Simm, which was also penned by Silk writer Peter Moffat. The six-part series
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Naps competition postponed today
Naps teams should not phone in their selections this morning due to the abandonment of today's Doncaster meeting. This weekend signalled the first day of the annual Bolton News Naps competition with teams due to make their opening-day selections
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Amputee declared "fit to work" and has his benefits cut
MARK Evans cannot walk, has to rely on a mobility scooter and struggles to talk after a tumour left him brain damaged. But the 50-year-old has been declared “fit for work” and had his benefits cut by £440 a month, leaving him with just £220 to
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Moving story: Owls interest could spark emotional exit for Davies
WANDERERS skipper Kevin Davies could make a shock Reebok exit ahead of Thursday’s loan deadline with Sheffield Wednesday keen on taking the Whites stalwart back to his home town. As revealed by The Bolton News online yesterday, the 35-year-old
