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Met Office issues yellow weather warning for ice in Bolton
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for ice in Bolton until midday tomorrow (Monday). The warning came in at 5pm today (Sunday) after many residents woke up to a dusting of snow this morning. The Met Office stated that modest
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Snowy weather sees Jingle Bell Jog 's Santa Dash cancelled at park
The Jingle Bell Jog for Bolton Hospice was cancelled this morning due to snowy weather. In a bid to raise much needed funds, Bolton Hospice were due to host a Santa and Elf Dash for the Jingle Bell Jog at Leverhulme Park today at 11am. But
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Body found at Bolton restaurant in fire aftermath
A criminal investigation is underway after a body was found yesterday in a restaurant that caught fire last week in Bolton. Police and emergency services were called to Bolton Road in Farnworth after a fire was reported on November 27 at Lime Tree
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Whites faces trip to Premier League Luton in FA Cup third round
Wanderers face a trip to Kenilworth Road in the FA Cup third round after they were drawn against Premier League Luton Town. Ian Evatt’s men beat Harrogate 5-1 in the second round, with Jon Dadi Bodvarsson scoring a first-half hat trick and Dan
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When Queen Elizabeth visiting Bolton shopping centre
Shoppers gathered to celebrate the official opening of the Market Place by Queen Elizabeth II, in 1988. Email memories to robert.kelly@nqnw.co.uk
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BIG MATCH VERDICT: Why the little things should matter for Bolton Wanderers
THE ‘one’ shouldn’t matter as much as the ‘five’ – hell, cup football is meant to be all about the result, right? Well, not at Bolton Wanderers, especially these days. We were approaching 12 hours of solid football since Ian Evatt’s side last conceded
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Manchester Airport issues statement on snow falling in UK overnight
Manchester airport has issued an update on travel this morning after it snowed last night. As the snow lays on the ground lightly, many people will understandably be worried about catching flights today. Manchester Airport said this morning
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How to demist your car windscreen with this 80p fridge staple - does it work?
As we head into winter, many of us have already seen the first snowfall of the season with temperatures struggling to get above freezing. But although blankets of the white fluffy stuff can look magical, it can become hazardous underfoot and on
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Bolton transforms into winter wonderland after snowfall last night
Bolton has been transformed into a Winter Wonderland this morning as light snow fell overnight. It’s a quiet Sunday for Bolton except the dusting of snow on the ground causing excitement. While Manchester Airport has released a statement stating
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Young farmers spread some Christmas cheer in what is becoming a festive tradition
The third annual Turton Young Farmers Charity Tractor Run will take place today (December 3) The popular event features an impressive spectacle of a festively-decorated tractor convoy travelling a roughly 20 mile loop through Darwen, Bromley Cross
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Two youths arrested after reports of ASB at bus station
Two youths were arrested yesterday evening at Bolton Interchange on suspicion of assault and public order after an incident earlier in the week. Officers attended the station after reports of anti-social behaviour from youths on Saturday. A
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'Unplayable' - Evatt hails strike duo after five-goal Harrogate FA Cup rout
IAN Evatt says he never lost faith in Dan Nlundulu after watching the striker take another big step forward in a Wanderers shirt. The former Southampton striker scored twice in the second half as Bolton beat Harrogate Town 5-1 in the second round
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Bolton Council votes to call for 'immediate ceasefire' in Gaza
Councillors voted to call for an “immediate ceasefire” in Gaza at a full council meeting this week. Protesters had gathered outside town hall on Wednesday evening ahead of a gathering of councillors who were set to discuss several key issues.
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Bolton MP given tour of 3D human tissue printing facility at research centre
Academics from across The University of Manchester gave a borough MP a tour of a national facility which can 3D print human tissue. Bolton West MP Chris Green was given a tour of the Bioprinting Technology Platform (BTP), a specialist national
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Here is a magical, characterful family home which even has its own bar
‘Magical’ and ‘characterful’ are just two of the words to describe this impressive five bedroom home in Belmont. The Stables on Egerton Road is on the market with Newton & Co Sales & Lettings and has a guide price of £900,000. It is an utterly
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Man caught with 'large black sword' outside house he'd been kicked out of
A man was caught with a “large black and gold sword” outside a home he had been kicked out of only days earlier. Police were called out to the home on Cawdor Street in Farnworth at around 3.30pm on July 3 this year to reports of a man being seen
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FA Cup third round draw details and confirmed ball numbers
Wanderers are in the hat for the FA Cup third-round draw this afternoon. Here are all the details you need. Ian Evatt’s men ran out 5-1 winners against League Two Harrogate, with Jon Dadi Bodvarsson scoring a first-half hat trick and Dan Nlundulu
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Clowns, bands and lots of fun at carnivals
CARNIVALS and processions have been a big part of village life in the Bolton area for decades. Small towns and villages have enjoyed their own carnivals — in the summer months — bringing together many of the local groups and churches. Often
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Council leader urges public to support borough charities this Christmas
The council leader has asked the public to donate to borough charities this Christmas as an alternative to those begging who are not homeless. Designed as a “better way to give”, Bolton charity network Hope for Change ensures all donations go directly
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University of Bolton professor taking on gruelling challenge for great cause
A University of Bolton professor is set to take on a gruelling trek across the country to help youngsters in the region. Jerome Carson, professor of psychology at the university, will be walking 180 miles from Manchester to Walkingham in Norfolk
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Vulcan Inn raises over £5k for Bolton Hospice
Bolton Hospice would like to thank the staff and patrons of The Vulcan Inn, Deane, who have raised an enormous £5,333.41! Staff and patrons have completed a number of fantastic fundraising activities throughout the year in support of Bolton Hospice
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Can you tell us when this great snowy scene was in Bolton?
WHEN we publish a snowy scene, it always creates a great deal of interest for our readers and we are hoping today’s image will do just that. This is, unmistakably, the Magistrates Courts in Bolton in crisp, white snow, but we do not have a date
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Bolton woman takes chance on dreams and opens new beauty business
A brave Boltonian has taken a leap of faith to open a new aesthetics business after finding a passion for the industry, which “changed her life”. Megan Knight, 27, from Morris Green, who now lives in Westhoughton, says she has always been interested
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Centuries old 'memorial to rich history of the town' restored to 'shining gold'
A centuries old town centre landmark has been repainted “shining gold” ahead of the Christmas shopping season. The Market Cross has marked the way into Churchgate since 1482, making it one of the oldest monuments in Bolton. Having become weathered
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Death notices and funeral announcements in The Bolton News
The Bolton News has published 14 death notices in the last seven days. Every week, The Bolton News publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our death
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PLAYER RATINGS: How Wanderers fared in the 5-1 win against Harrogate
WANDERERS (3-4-1-2). NATHAN BAXTER…6.5. A relatively quiet afternoon on what should, by rights, have been the day he and his defence claimed the clean sheet record. Only one thing to do… Start afresh and do it again. WILL FORRESTER…7.
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We want to see Bolton's cutest pets getting ready for Christmas
SOME of our readers may have been busy this weekend putting their decorations up ready for the big day. But as these photograph show some of your cute pets have been getting in the festive spirit by dressing up with antlers or even in Christmas
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Former prisoners talk about changing lives to inspire crime-free future
A Bolton-based social enterprise has launched a business scheme to help inspire prisoners to turn their lives around when they leave jail. Entrepreneurs Unlocked works with people in prison and on probation to embark on a new self-employment pathway
