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MK Dons boss Mark Jackson on 'stinging' defeat at Wanderers

MK Dons boss Mark Jackson admits his side’s 5-0 thrashing at Wanderers “stings”. Ricardo Santos, Luke Mbete and Gethin Jones were all on target for the Whites during a dominant first-half showing. Eoin Toal and substitute Randell Williams also

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MATCH REACTION: Ian Evatt gives his verdict on 5-0 win against MK Dons

IAN Evatt refused to get carried away despite watching his side smash five goals for the second consecutive game. Wanderers moved above Ipswich Town into third spot after a Valentine’s Day romp at the University of Bolton Stadium. All five

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BIG MATCH VERDICT: Five-star Wanderers cruise to victory against MK Dons

TEN goals in three days, third in the table, more than 16 hours without conceding a goal at home… There have been worse times to be a Wanderer.  Defence really was the best form of attack for Bolton against MK Dons as Ricardo Santos, Luke Mbete

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Two arrested over malicious communications sent amid Nicola Bulley search

Lancashire Police said it received reports over the weekend of messages being sent to Wyre Council members. Two people have been arrested on suspicion of sending malicious communications over the disappearance of Nicola Bulley. Lancashire Police

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Firefighters from across Greater Manchester tackle motorway blaze near Bolton

A vehicle fire has caused severe delays on the M60 clockwise near Bolton this evening. Firefighters were called just after 5pm today (Tuesday February 14) following reports of a vehicle on fire between J14, Bolton. Three fire engines from Stretford

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Man arrested for 'reportedly begging' in Bolton town centre

A man has been arrested this morning for ‘reportedly begging’ in Bolton town centre. He was arrested at the junction of Trinity Street and Blackhorse Street. The man has since been taken to Bolton Custody and has been charged. He will now

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TikTokers are going wild for Aldi’s designer dupe perfumes costing less than £5

Aldi is well known for its iconic and affordable products. From garden furniture to ceramic cooking pots, you can find the most stylish of every item in the Aldi middle aisles and at a fraction of the cost. And now fragrance lovers can find themselves

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JAILED: Pervert who sexually assaulted vulnerable woman he lured into his van jailed

A pervert lured a vulnerable woman into his van before sexually assaulting her. Kevin Hilton, 55, committed the offence in Whalley Road, Accrington, in September 2019. The victim, who is in her 30s but has the mental age of a child, was lured

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Bolton Wanderers 5-0 MK Dons - as it happened

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RECAP: Rush hour delays on M60 near Bolton as vehicle catches fire

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Ex-Bolton Wanderers man Nicky Hunt takes up non-league role

Former Wanderers defender Nicky Hunt has taken up a coaching role at non-league side Warrington Rylands. Hunt made his professional debut for the Whites under Sam Allardyce on the final day of the 2000/01 campaign, which ended in promotion via

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MATCH REPORT: B Team lose out against unbeaten Preston Reserves

Wanderers’ B Team suffered a narrow 2-1 defeat against an unbeaten Preston North End side in the Central League. Arran Pettifer was on target for the young Whites, but goals from Jacob Slater and Kitt Nelson saw the hosts claim all three points

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Mum 'stamped and bitten' in vicious bar attack where she feared for her life

WARNING: DISTRESSING IMAGES A single mum says she has been left "scarred for life" after she was subject to a harrowing attack from a man and a woman in a bar in Royton. Jade Kremner went out on Saturday night with her sister for a friend's

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RECAP: Delays warned of after crash on motorway

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Man found with life-threatening injuries in stabbing arrested - along with 6 others

A man who sustained life-threatening injuries in a stabbing is under arrest - along with six other people - police have today confirmed. A 26-year-old man, was found with life-threatening injuries in Little Lever on Sunday. He underwent life-saving

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Drivers warned of delays after motorway accident near Bolton

Delays are expected on the motorway near Bolton after a crash has taken place. One lane of the M60 is closed in an anti-clockwise direction. The collision has taken place near the turn off to the A666 which takes motorists in Bolton. Inrix

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Warning to Brits heading to Spain, France or Turkey as travel advice updated

Anyone planning a holiday to Spain, Turkey or France should be aware of a change to travel advice for people in the UK. The UK Foreign Office has recently updated the advice it is giving Brits who are travelling to the European countries. The

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Coca-Cola axes iconic soft drink from UK shelves almost 50 years after it launched

Popular soft drink Lilt has been taken down from UK shelves after 48 years, but it will be coming back as a new Fanta flavour. The tangy drink began in 1975 and came with the strapline “The Totally Tropical Taste”. It was only sold in the UK

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Judge Robert Rinder hospitalised hours after hosting Good Morning Britain

Robert Rinder has told fans that he was rushed to the hospital on Monday morning, February 13, just hours after presenting Good Morning Britain (GMB). The star of Judge Rinder shared the news after posting a picture from his ward as he lay in a

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Is this how Bolton Wanderers will line up against MK Dons?

Wanderers’ busy fixture list continues tonight when they welcome MK Dons to the University of Bolton Stadium. Ian Evatt’s men enter the game in high spirits following an emphatic 5-0 victory at Peterborough over the weekend. Dion Charles scored

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Police release details of man after stranger tried to grab girl in park

Police have released details of a man they want to talk to after a stranger tried to pick up a five-year-old girl in a park in Ramsbottom. The alarming incident happened in Nuttall Park at around 3pm on Sunday. Greater Manchester Police (GMP

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Married couples could be eligible for £250 cash boost - how to claim

Married couples are being urged to check if they are eligible for Marriage Allowance, which could save them up to £252 a year. More than 2.1 million couples currently benefit from Marriage Allowance, but HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) estimates

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RECAP: Police 'emergency' in Bolton town centre

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Barnes at a loss after unfathomable defeat

Daisy Hill suffered another afternoon of disappointment when they fell to a 3-0 defeat against Steeton in their North West Counties League First Division North clash at New Sirs on Saturday. After going two goals down inside the opening half hour

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Crazy 17-minute spell is to blame for Colls defeat

Atherton Collieries fell flat in their attempt to back-up impressive performances against Nantwich and Warrington Rylands when a calamitous 17-minute collapse allowed the Highwaymen to steal what had initially been an evenly-matched affair 3-0.

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Bolton Wanderers call for support for 'The Love Of Humanity' appeal

Bolton Wanderers has launched an appeal during their home fixture to support those affected by the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria. The club will facilitate a stadium-wide bucket collection at tonight’s fixture against Milton Keynes Dons F.C.,

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'One of my best signings here' - Evatt's delight with Lee impact at Bolton

The quiet man of the Wanderers dressing room has found his voice – and Ian Evatt couldn’t be more delighted. Those who have watched back some of the behind-the-scenes footage of the 5-0 win at Peterborough United might have spotted that during

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Lecturers and job centre workers stage another walk out in dispute over pay

Lectures and job centre workers walked out in a dispute over pay. Members of the University and College Union (UCU) at the University of Bolton and members of Public and Commercial Services union (PCS)  in Bolton started the first of days of successive

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Evatt calls for Wanderers supporters to create 'partisan atmosphere' at UniBol

Wanderers’ fans will play a crucial role in the last seven home games of he season, says Ian Evatt. While travelling supporters got a treat at Peterborough on Saturday, season ticket holders at the University of Bolton Stadium have also had plenty

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MK Dons boss Mark Jackson on Wanderers' exciting style of play

MK Dons boss Mark Jackson says his side need to be at their best against Wanderers – but reckons they can cause a few problems. Former Leeds coach Jackson took charge at Stadium MK back in December following Liam Manning’s departure. The Dons

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'It's uncanny!': Did a Bolton town inspire new Adidas jacket?

A Bolton town may well have inspired a newly designed jacket created by the world famous Adidas brand. This comes after the release of the new Kearsley jacket, part of the German company's Spezial collection. The hiking jacket has already attracted

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'It would be truly wonderful': Plans to restore historic paper mill's fire appliance

A historic fire appliance has been saved from the scrap heap and could now be restored as a key heritage attraction. The Fletcher’s Paper Mill fire appliance in Stoneclough can trace its history back at least to 1928 or possibly even further and

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'Bright' and 'loving' student died at the age of 33-years-old

A family have paid tribute to a ‘popular lad’ and student who died at the age of 33, Leon Graham Martin was a student at the University of Bolton, studying biomedical engineering, something he had shown great passion for. Mr Martin who lived

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Ruling made on plan to demolish 'historic' stables to make way for house

Plans to demolish a set of "historic" stables in Horwich and replace them with a house have been thrown out by town hall officials. The proposal to demolish a unit on Hilltop Stables on St George’s Lane would have seen a new home with two parking

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Beauty salon celebrates top news after break-in

A makeover studio based in Farnworth has been nominated for two awards a year after winning the Beauty Salon of the Year in 2022. Charlotte Marie Makeover Studio based just off Market Street has been shortlisted in the English Hair and Beauty Awards

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Local Bolton face to feature in popular television show

An interior decorating specialist is set to appear on an upcoming Channel 4 show alongside one of the borough’s major developers. “Smithills lad” Ashley Woodcock, owner of A. Woodcock Decorators, will feature in The Big Interiors Battle. The

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'Wow, that's a cracker!' - Hen's egg causes much egg-citement

A couple enjoying the 'Good Life' eggs-pressed their surprise when one of their hens laid an egg-tra big egg! Chris Shea, 30, has been keeping chickens in his garden in Bolton where he lives with his partner Kat for two years. The pair have

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Plan for almost 50 additional spaces at popular park concerns residents

A plan for an extra car park at a popular park is a cause of concern for some residents and United Utilities alike. The Moss Bank Park scheme is an attempt to ease the pressure on the current car park and the roads around it, which is a result

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Children write letters to parents after worries about parking outside their school

Youngsters have voiced their concerns about parking outside their school - and are to write letters to parents asking them to think twice about where children are being dropped off and picked up. Cllr Tracey Wilkinson, who stands for Farnworth

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Campaign by residents for new signage to prevent HGV's getting stuck is a success

New signage is to be installed in residential areas where HGVs often end up going by mistake. It follows concerns by residents in Westhoughton. Executive Cabinet Member for Highways and Transport Cllr Stuart Haslam had approved the commissioning

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Trial into men's alleged 'revenge' attack on Tyrone Williamson's murderer reopens

A trial has reopened into an alleged ‘revenge’ attack on a man who has since been convicted of murdering a young man.  Four men stand accused of seriously assaulting 42-year-old Anthony George in apparent retaliation after he fatally stabbed Tyrone

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'We can top it!' - Evatt looks to top Wanderers' Posh romp against MK Dons

Topping Saturday’s five-goal romp at Peterborough United might be tough going for Wanderers but Ian Evatt remains convinced it can be done. While for most Bolton fans, the biggest away win in 22 years will live long in the memory as a day where

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Buildings at risk: asbestos threatens teachers, NHS staff and patients

What is asbestos?  Asbestos was once a preferred construction material due to its insulation properties and fire resistance. It was regularly used in both commercial and residential construction, appearing in products as wide ranging as textiles

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Knifeman stabbed Uber driver in McDonald's car park and robbed teen boy

A man armed with a knife attacked an Uber driver and robbed a 15-year-old boy over the course of a single day. Jake Nowell, 21, came at the driver, who was trying to get on with his normal working day, in the car park of a branch of McDonalds on