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Baby’s remains found in woodland near where pair were arrested – full statement
The remains of a baby have been found in woodland near where Constance Marten and Mark Gordon were arrested. In a press briefing this evening Detective Superintendent Lewis Basford from the Metropolitan Police confirmed search teams had found the
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Footballer and his dad face possible jail terms over assault
A PROFESSIONAL footballer and his father are facing possible jail sentences after they each admitted an actual bodily harm assault. Bolton Wanderers player Kyle Dempsey, 27, who once played for Carlisle United, previously denied assaulting a man
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Search for Constance Marten’s baby ends in tragedy as remains found
The major search for the missing two-month-old child of Constance Marten and Mark Gordon has ended in tragedy as police announced they had found the remains of a baby. Detective Superintendent Lewis Basford from the Metropolitan Police, who led
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'There's still a lot to play for' - Santos wants to move on from Pompey defeat
OTHER than a few nods of acknowledgement, Wanderers’ players filed out of Fratton Park in silence on Tuesday night. A tired-looking team which had ploughed their way through eight games in February had failed to keep hold of their lead at Portsmouth
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Peter Kay announces release of his memoirs as his tour wins top reviews
Legendary Bolton-born comedian Peter Kay has penned a book about his experiences of working in television. T.V.: Big Adventures on the Small Screen will be a released "this September" and is available to pre-order now. Bolton’s comic genius
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Police want help finding a missing Bolton woman
Greater Manchester Police (GMP) is appealing to members of the public to help trace an elderly woman from Bolton. Referred to only as 'Carol' by the force, she is said to have last been spotted on Tempest Road, Lostock, today, Wednesday, March
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Why Wanderers' Northern Irish trio are loving life at the UniBol
With an international break coming up later this month, Wanderers could well have three players in the Northern Ireland squad. Conor Bradley and Dion Charles are regular members of the squad, while Eoin Toal has impressed since coming into the
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Update in urgent search for Constance Marten and Mark Gordon’s baby
Specialist teams are scouring parkland around a mile from where aristocrat Constance Marten and her partner Mark Gordon were arrested as the desperate search for their missing baby continues. The two were on the run for 53 days before being detained
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Ex-Bolton man recalls amusing conversation with 'brilliant' Big Sam
Former Wanderers wideman Matt Taylor has recalled an amusing conversation with Sam Allardyce. Taylor joined the Whites from Portsmouth in 2008 and went on to make 139 appearances for the club during a three-and-a-half-year spell. He later played
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Michael McIntyre's The Wheel looking for contestants to take part in fourth series
Michael McIntyre is returning to our screens with series four of The Wheel and if you’d like to take part, applications are open. The BBC is searching for contestants to appear on the show, in particular those who are confident, fun and outgoing
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The key takeaways from Wanderers' 3-1 defeat at Portsmouth
Wanderers missed a chance to close the gap on the sides above them following a 3-1 defeat against Portsmouth at Fratton Park. Dion Charles put the Whites in front early in the second half, slotting home from close range after Ricardo Santos had
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Student arrested after 'imitation firearm' brought on to university campus
A student was arrested after an ‘imitation’ gun was taken onto a university campus in Bolton. The incident was reported last Friday afternoon when the imitation weapon was reportedly taken onto the University of Bolton campus off Deane Road in
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Is Twitter down? Twitter not loading as users report issues
Twitter users are reporting issues with the social media site. The issue appears to have started at around 9.50am on Wednesday, March 1, with issues within the app and on the desktop version of the site. Many users have complained that they
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NATIONAL OFFER DAY: Bolton children find out which high school they will attend
The number of Bolton children needing high school places was the highest in recent years, figures released on National Offer Day reveal. But the numbers of children achieving their first choice was in line with last year's figure - although one
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When will the FA Cup Quarter Final draw for 2023 be shown on TV?
The FA Cup Quarter Final draw is set to take place today (Wednesday, March 1) following the conclusion of the final Fifth Round ties. Several ties took place on the evening of Tuesday, February 28, with Blackburn Rovers, Brighton, Fulham and Manchester
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When The Gruffalo, Wally and Peter Rabbit were stars of World Book Day
IT is one of the highlights of the school year - World Book Day - and it’s just around the corner. So we have taken a trip down memory lane to find photos of your kids dressed up as characters. Click through the photographs above to find out
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PIP, Universal Credit and other benefit payment dates for Easter
Claimants of certain benefits, like Universal Credit, may find their payments affected by the Easter bank holidays next month. There are two bank holiday dates in April, with Good Friday falling on April 7 and Easter Monday falling on April 10.
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No Metrolink service between these two stations this morning after signal issue
There are currently no metro services running between Bury and Whitefield due to a signalling issue. The Manchester Metrolink tweeted about the disruption and loss of metro service between the two stops. Tickets are being accepted on numerous
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Reid and Lapthorne make it hat-trick of Bolton wins
Gordon Reid and Andy Lapthorne equalled the records for most men’s singles and quad singles titles won at the LTA’s Bolton Indoor ITF 2 Wheelchair Tennis Tournament as both Brits secured their third victories apiece with straight sets wins at Bolton
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9 dogs waiting to be rehomed at Dogs Trust in Manchester
Here are some of the dogs who are with Dogs Trust Manchester and waiting to be rehomed. If you think you’re able to rehome one, you can find more details on the website. You can also help the centre by donating via the website’s support page
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Timeline in events as search continues for missing aristocrat's baby
As the search for the missing baby of an aristocrat and her partner is underway, a timeline has been released since police first appealed for information. Here is a timeline of what has happened since Constance Marten, Mark Gordon and their baby
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Investigation underway after fire at industrial estate
Firefighters from five stations across Bolton and Bury battled a blaze at an industrial estate for three hours. Crews from Bolton Cental, Bolton North, Farnworth, Bury and Whitefield were mobilised to the industrial estate off Bradley Fold Road
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CCTV shows missing Constance Marten and her partner moments before being arrested
A witness has described the moment they spotted missing Constance Marten and Mark Gordon just moments before they were arrested. CCTV footage appearing to show missing Constance Marten and her partner Mark Gordon just moments before they were arrested
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Family pay tribute to 'happy go lucky' Bolton boy, 10, after tragic death
The family of a 10-year-old boy have paid tribute to him after his tragic death. Cody Denham, of Grantchester Way, Breightmet, died on August 25 after being found unconscious in his bedroom. His family paid tribute to him at his inquest at
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Brilliant pictures show famous train as it 'flies' through Bolton station
Trainspotters in Bolton were treated to the sight of a famous train flying past. The Flying Scotsman blasted its way through Horwich Parkway last Wednesday. The iconic steam train is currently travelling around the country as it celebrates
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Work to prevent flooding in an area well-used by walkers and cyclists to start
Work is set to start to improve a site which is regularly flooded. Assessments have be completed and the project is now being costed after which works should start. Flooding at Pickup’s Field in Horwich, known locally as Green Lane Field, has
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'Tired bodies' - Wanderers fans react to Portsmouth defeat
Wanderers missed a chance to close the gap on the sides above them following a 3-1 defeat against Portsmouth at Fratton Park. Dion Charles put the Whites in front early in the second half, slotting home from close range after Ricardo Santos had
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Man who spat at police officer spared jail after obeying request to improve his life
A Radcliffe man who spat at a police officer during the pandemic has been spared jailed after obeying a judge’s request to make improvements to his life. Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court heard police were called to Duxbury Drive, Bury, at
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'Not to be approached': The names and faces of Bolton's most wanted
Every week police ask readers of The Bolton News for help to find wanted suspects. MICHAEL TURNER, 28, is wanted for failing to appear at Bolton Crown Court. JACK DAVIES, 19, is wanted for failing to appear at Bolton Magistrates Court
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Man who drove without licence or insurance banned from the roads
A Bolton man has been banned from the roads. Haseeb Ahmad got behind the wheel of a Suzuki on Chorley Road in August last year. During a recent appearance at the Manchester and Salford Magistrates Court the 22-year-old he admitted he did not
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Pickpockets operating in this area of Bolton - and what you can do to stop them
Pickpockets are operating in Bolton town centre, police have said. Thieves are said to be targetting customers in Bolton Market during its busiest days. Neighbourhood police officers say that they have received reports of mobile phones and
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Ewan McGregor out of costume as another day of filming in Bolton wraps up
Filming for a new series starring A-list actor Ewan McGregor moved from Victoria Square into one of Bolton's grandest and oldest buildings today. Production crews could be seen inside and outside Victoria Hall today, with McGregor shooting inside
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Radcliffe Rotary Club announce date for its next over 70s variety show
The Radcliffe Rotary Club is inviting residents for an afternoon to remember at its next 1970s variety show. Residents aged 70 and over are invited to get their tickets to the show which is set to take place on Thursday, April 6 this year.
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Remembering the victims of the Winter Hill Air Disaster 65 years on
Residents, community leaders, and councillors gathered to commemorate the Winter Hill Air Disaster on the 65th anniversary. The accident, which occurred at around 9.45am on Thursday, February 27, 1958, claimed the lives of 35 people and injured
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Bolton Council responds as another big name quits the town centre
Retail is facing a 'challenging time' as another big names quits Bolton town centre, say Town Hall chiefs. The Bolton News revealed that Clintons on Market Street will be leaving the town centre. Despite repeated calls for a comment, the high
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PLAYER RATINGS: How the Wanderers players rated after 3-1 defeat at Pompey
WANDERERS (3-4-1-2). JAMES TRAFFORD…5. Really seemed to sum up that early uncertainty with some wayward kicking and one bad decision with a back-pass. Much better than that. GETHIN JONES…5. Won’t want to look back at a couple
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'Welcoming' nursery celebrates success after inspection improvement
A Radcliffe day nursery where children are "happy" and "confident" is celebrating success after making major improvements. Mary Kelly’s Rascals Day Nursery received an overall rating of good following an inspection by education watchdog Ofsted,
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Children's nursery shuts earlier than planned over 'staff wages issues'
A children's nursery shut its doors yesterday blaming financial difficulties. Beechwood Private Nursery School in Bromley Cross told parents last week it would be closing this Friday, but closed yesterday. A spokesperson for the nursery told
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Robber admits to stealing cigarettes, lighter and pipe
A man has confessed to robbing cigarettes on two different occasions on the same Bolton road. Akhter Bagasi was brought before Bolton Crown Court accused of robbing the cigarettes, along with a lighter and pipe, on Blackburn Road last year.
