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Families caught up in Manchester terror attack tell their stories in powerful documentary
A FATHER who suffered life-changing injuries and a mother who lost her daughter in the Manchester terror attack were featured in a documentary to mark 100 days since the atrocity. Martin Hibbert was one of those featured in this evening’s Manchester
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Firefighters rescue man from window ledge after he locked himself out
FIREFIGHTERS came to the rescue of a man who became stranded on a window ledge after locking himself out. Crews from Bolton Central and Bolton North Fire Stations were called to King Street in Bradshaw at 8.21am on Bank Holiday Monday. A spokesman
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Hate crime investigation after pig's head impaled on mosque railings
POLICE have launched a hate crime investigation after a pig’s head was left on railings outside a mosque. Officers received a report that the head had been left impaled on fencing outside the Taiyabah Masjid mosque in Draycott Street, off Blackburn
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REVEALED: Record-breaking number of visitors to this year's Food and Drink Festival
A RECORD-breaking number of visitors came to this year’s Bolton Food and Drink Festival, it has been confirmed. According to council figures, 267,000 people enjoyed the town centre extravaganza over the Bank Holiday weekend. That number beats
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Child seriously injured in collision with car
A CHILD was seriously injured when he was hit by a car while riding his bike. Police were called at around 6.55pm on Monday to Montserrat Road in Halliwell to reports of a collision. The 11-year-old child was riding his pushbike when he was
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YOUR SHOUT: Where do Wanderers most need new blood?
PHIL Parkinson wants to make at least one more signing in the transfer window – but where do you think his squad most needs extra strength? The Wanderers boss admitted he needed to recruit some extra bodies after the 4-0 defeat at Hull City.
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'The day Paul Weller phoned me for a song writing session'
IT is the stuff dreams are made of.You are the lead singer of a band already on the rise when your musical hero gives you a bell and asks if you want to record some tunes with him.That’s exactly what happened to Neil Jones, lead singer of the highly-acclaimed
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REVEALED: How much you need to earn an hour to live in cheapest and most expensive postcodes
EVER wondered how much you would need to earn per hour to buy a house in the most expensive part of Bolton — or the cheapest? Now a handy online tool, created by Web-Blinds.com, reveals how much you need in your pay packet to make your house-buying
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Woodwork takes the gloss off hard-fought Wanderers Ladies display at Brighouse
WANDERERS Ladies were denied a battling point at Brighouse Town by the width of a crossbar.After picking up a win against Leeds United in their opening fixture, Chris Knights’ side raced into an early lead thanks to a clinical strike from Shel Saunders
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When 2,000 'hot-tempered' workers went on strike and the army was called in
A BOLTON engineers’ strike, during which the local authorities had to ask for military protection because of the workers’ hot tempers and window smashing escapades is re-called by this photograph.It shows the encampment of the 13th Hussars in the Spa
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FLASHBACK: Who were the new cricket season signings?
THIS week’s delve into The Bolton News picture archives has unearthed this photo from Walkden Cricket Club taken in June 1972. The information with the picture says it includes new signings for that season but who are they? Do you recognise
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Everything you need to know about Bubble Rush event — and how to get involved
THERE is less than three weeks to sign up to Bolton Hospice’s Bubble Rush 2017. The event is on Sunday, September 17, from 11am at Queens Park and there is still time left to register. It is a sponsored five kilometre run through mountains of colourful
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£2.50 pints of ale and glasses of Prosecco at popular beer festival
DRINK lovers will be chinking their pint glasses at the forthcoming Horwich Beer Festival.The event at the RMI Club, organised by Horwich Rotary Club, will take place from Thursday, September 7 through to Saturday, September 9.Visitors will be able to
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BOLTON NEWS FANTASY CRICKET: Report, tables and team of the week from round 15
TONGE batsman Craig Naylor returns to the top of the leaderboard, with Horwich CC in close pursuit after climbing steadily over the past few weeks. Raj Shah has fallen to third place but is still very much in contention.Once again the team of the week
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Bolton United Harrier Hannah Kelly picked for National School Games squad
BOLTON United Harrier Hannah Kelly could get a taste of things to come after being picked for the North of England team in the National School Games.Selection for an event that has previously launched the careers of Team GB athletes Katarina Johnson-Thompson
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Car crashes into town centre pub
A CAR crashed into an empty pub in the early hours of the morning. Emergency services were called to The Gypsy's Tent pub at 1am this morning to a silver Toyota Corolla, which had crashed through the scaffolding on the building. Crew manager
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BMSS swimmers scoop national gold and silver
BOLTON Metro Swim Squad picked up two medals at this year's national swimming competitions.Isaac Brennand won silver in the 50m breaststroke in the 13/14-year age category at the ASA British Championships – for the very best talent across England,
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Call to end homelessness in Bolton
ON August 5, Bolton Against the Bedroom Tax held a rally in Victoria Square calling for action to end homelessness in Bolton.This event was supported by faith groups, Unite community branch, Wake up Bolton, Bolton Diggers, the Green Party, Friends of
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Controversial housing decision could be 'game-changer' for green belt across region
A CONTROVERSIAL decision to allow the building of 129 homes on Westhoughton's green belt could be a 'game-changer' for development across Greater Manchester. Bellway Homes' appeal against Bolton Council's refusal of a plan for green space in Bowlands
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How you can celebrate popular town centre bar's third birthday
A BOLTON bar is pulling out all the stops to celebrate its birthday in the town.The Venue Bar will turn three-years-old with the help of a nine-piece Big Band on Friday.Organisers hope the event will not only mark the bar’s success but also celebrate
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REVEALED: Royal Mail delivery performance in Bolton
ROYAL Mail says it has exceeded targets in Bolton, delivering 94 per cent of letters and packages the next working day.The figure was revealed in the company's report for the first quarter of the financial year, having set itself a target of 93 per
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Teenager to take part in world's first fully accessible fun run
A TEENAGE wheelchair user is lining up to take part in the world’s first fully accessible fun run.Kira Glossop, aged 16, will be competing in the 10km Parallel London event at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park on Sunday, in a bid to raise funds for disabled
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John McGinlay worried Wanderers are slipping back into old bad habits
JOHN McGinlay is concerned Wanderers have fallen back into old habits after Friday’s mauling at Hull City.Looking back on a 4-0 defeat at the KCOM Stadium the club legend drew comparisons with a Whites’ meek exit from the Championship the season before
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Meet the criminals who want to sing their way into your hearts this winter
A CAST of Shakespeareans, singers and actors will turn criminals, corrupt bankers, and opportunists when they come to Bolton.Fortunately the dark twist is all for entertainment as the Octagon Theatre prepares to stage a dramatic opera in the heart of
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Can you kick it? Freestyle footballer shows off his skills
YOUNGSTERS got a real kick out of a visit from a top football freestyler.John Farnworth put on a training session and showcased his silky skills for a group of 40 football-mad youngsters.He teamed up with Bolton’s Football 1st Academy to put on the awe-inspiring
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Which chef won the cook-off showdown at Bolton Food And Drink Festival?
TWO top chefs battled the heat and the clock as they faced off in a Ready, Steady, Cook-style showdown at Bolton Food And Drink Festival. Manchester House's Aiden Byrne and Andrew Nutter, owner of Nutters, wowed the audience yesterday as they each
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Warning after 'teenager' tries to gain entry to house
RESIDENTS are being warned after a teenager tried to gain access to a house by pretending to be checking for damp. Bolton at Home has issued a warning to people across the area after the incident last week. The man tried to gain access to a house in Staton
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Internet clinic suspended over safety fears back online
AN internet based clinic which had its registration suspended for three months is back online after getting a clean bill of health by inspectors who found it was now operating in line with 'best practice' and national guidelines. Treated.com —
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KAREN KNOTT'S COLUMN: New laws aimed at improving player behaviour
IN an article earlier this season I mentioned big law changes were on the way and a book containing the new laws dropped through Association of Cricket Officials (ACO) member’s letterboxes last week providing reading for all umpires and scorers.There
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Mayor is "grandstanding" over transport investment
YOUR item on this week's Northern Transport Summit held in Leeds was interesting in the way it contrasted Bolton West MP Chris Green's realistic assessment of how the Northern Powerhouse and its associated rail network is developing with the political
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Top tips to stay healthy in the sun - and on cloudy days
BELIEVE it or not, the summer is not over yet and forecasters have predicted a few more sunny days to come this September. But while we all enjoy a warm afternoon, health professionals are trying their best to make people understand the dangers
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Breightmet's six-shooters put under pressure by boss Roberts
THE pressure is on for Breightmet United after their 6-0 thumping of Hindley Juniors on Saturday.But it is all coming from within the club, and manager Paul Roberts, who will settle for nothing less than promotion this season.There was disappointment
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Absences make the Hart ponder strength in depth as Turton get win
DESPITE a dozen absentees, Turton chalked up their fourth league win, thanks to heroes at both ends of the pitch.While Kieran Sisson grabbed both goals in the Tigers' 2-1 win, goalkeeper Josh McGreavey was in terrific form, with a penalty save among
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Holt and Mason strike to sink Albion in Colls' bruising win
ATHERTON Collieries recorded their first home win in the Evo-Stik League North Division, beating Ossett Albion 2-0 in a feisty encounter. It was the first ever meeting between the two sides and initially looked like one that would live long in
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Old Bolts bring home share of the spoils
THE Premier Division game of the day was Old Boltonians’ 4-4 draw at Rochdale St Clements, a result that keeps Steve Eccleshare’s side at the top of the table. Sean Rushton and Matt McLellan each hit the net twice for the leaders. Following
