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MATCH REACTION: Ian Evatt gives his verdict on the 2-0 defeat at Portsmouth
IAN Evatt looked back at his side’s first defeat since early October and admitted: “We let ourselves down!” Portsmouth consolidated their place at the top of League One thanks to goals from Conor Shaughnessy and Kusini Yengi. Wanderers had
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Portsmouth boss on aggressive pressing and important first goal
Portsmouth boss John Mousinho hailed his side’s “outstanding” second-half display against Wanderers. Pompey secured a 2-0 victory in the battle of League One’s top two sides thanks to goals from Conor Shaughnessy and Kusini Yengi in the final minutes
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MATCH REPORT: Unbeaten run comes to an end at Pompey
A first defeat since October is hardly cause for panic – but it should nevertheless give Ian Evatt something to think about, whichever way he chooses to travel home. Wanderers had flown down to Fratton Park with designs on replacing Pompey at
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Historic pub officially reopens TODAY after huge transformation
An historic pub reopens today after a six-figure transformation. The Blundell Arms, a Grade II listed building, closed in October for a huge refurbishment, inside and outside. A special preview evening was held on Friday, with Bolton comedian
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Royal Bolton Hospital issues urgent warning as A&E waiting times exceed 10 hours
Patients not needing immediate emergency treatment are facing more than a 10 hour wait, hospital bosses are warning this evening. Royal Bolton Hospital's emergency department is described as 'really busy'. In a statement, the Bolton NHS Foundation
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Portsmouth 2-0 Bolton Wanderers - as it happened
10:05pm Fair play to #Pompey, they absolutely smothered us. Stopped us from playing. their press ensured we couldn't
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Number of trees uprooted in storm revealed as Bolton Council issues statement
More than 30 trees were uprooted during the storms which battered Bolton over the weekend. Town Hall chiefs say that a clean-up operation is underway. Storm Elin and Storm Fergus caused trees in Bolton to be uprooted, causing traffic delays
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Bolton raised stage and screen star dies family announce in statement
Actress Shirley Anne Field who grew up in Bolton children's home has died at the age of 87, her family has announced. The stage and screen star was brought to prominence in the 1960s following her role in The Entertainer opposite the late Laurence
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Those lucky to see Peter Kay perform in secret Bolton shows speak of their delight
Those lucky enough to see Peter Kay perform in his hometown have spoken of their delight. The Bolton comic staged secret performances at The Octagon Theatre on Sunday night after taking a break from his tour to bring some cheer to the Octagon.
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READERS who want to subscribe to our news site can enjoy an exclusive offer of £4 for 4 months or over 15% off an annual subscription during our limited-time promotion. A digital subscription is the best way to read our news site online, as subscribers
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Could Bolton have a White Christmas? - The Met Office's forecast for Christmas Day
Chances of a white Christmas in Bolton have not been ruled out as The Met Office released its long-range forecast for December 25 and New Year. Meteorologists say that the likelihood of snow increases as the month goes on, but warn people dreaming
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Gary Lineker and Brian Cox among celebs calling for scrapping of Rwanda scheme
Gary Lineker, Brian Cox, Sophie Okonedo and Big Zuu are among several high-profile figures who have signed a letter calling for the Government to scrap its Rwanda scheme. This comes in the week MPs will debate and vote on the Safety of Rwanda (
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Is this how Wanderers will line up against Portsmouth?
Wanderers could return to the top of the League One table when they head to Portsmouth in front of the TV cameras. Ian Evatt’s men currently sit second in the table – three points behind Pompey, who have played an extra game at this stage.
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Police need the public’s help to find wanted Bolton man
Police are appealing for help from the public to find a wanted Bolton man. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) officers are looking for Graham Llewelyn, aged 33, who is wanted on recall to prison. Llewelyn is said to have links to Bolton. A
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Clean-up starts after Bolton hit by storm Elin and Fergus over weekend
A huge clear-up operation is underway in Bolton after Storm Elin and Fergus caused havoc in the borough over the weekend. Trees were blown over, roofs were damaged and electricity poles were blown over following the storms on Saturday and Sunday
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Peter Kay takes a break from his tour for special secret performances in Bolton
One of Bolton's most famous sons has taken to the stage in his hometown for the first time in two decades. British comedy royalty Peter Kay broke off from his current tour to appear at the Octagon Theatre performing to elated fans playing three
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Paddy McGuinness reveals details of his own 'brain rattling' crash on Top Gear
Former Top Gear presenter Paddy McGuinness has revealed details of his own "brain rattling" crash while on Top Gear just weeks after the BBC rested the show. The BBC, in November, revealed Top Gear would be rested for the "foreseeable future" following
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Ribblesdale face tough task replacing amateur Needham
Hamer Cup champions Padiham have been picked out as realistic title challengers in next season’s Anthony Axford North West Cricket League Premiership division. That is the view of Farnworth Social Circle professional Jameel Stuart, who has been
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Tempest hit for six by Daisy in friendly
Daisy Hill hit the goal trail in impressive style with a 6-2 win against West Lancashire League side Tempest United in a friendly on Saturday. With Daisy’s home game against AFC Blackpool in the North West Counties League being rained off, and
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Skippers expecting tougher league after the NWCL splits
Title-winning captain Josh Gent believes his Little Lever side will defend their Anthony Axford North West Cricket League crown in 2024 - as long as they turn up with the same attitude they did this season. Little Lever won the inaugural Premiership
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'Absolutely no plans' to build over park after trees felled
There are “absolutely no plans” to build over a popular park after trees were cut down, town hall leaders have confirmed. This comes after people in the Hulton area raised alarm after several ash trees were felled on Morris Green Park, which they
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New scheme for highway expansion to 'premier employment site'
The latest step for an extended highway leading to a massively expanded industrial estate have been approved. This comes after an extension to the Wingates Industrial Estate in Westhoughton, not far from the Logistics North site, was given approval
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Bolton high school ordered to improve after inspection
A Farnworth high school has been ordered to improve after its latest inspection by the education watchdog. Mount St Joseph on Greenland Road was inspected by Ofsted on October 24 and 25. Inspectors rated the school "good" in two areas and "
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'Spectacular monument' honouring war dead to be lit up again
A “spectacular monument” to Bolton’s war dead in the centre of town is set to be fully illuminated for the first time in several years. The flood lighting around the Cenotaph in Victoria Square has not worked properly for around five years, while
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Fifth of prostate cancer patients in Bolton receive late diagnosis as warning issued
A fifth of prostate cancer patients at the Bolton NHS trust received their diagnosis late, recent analysis reveals, as a borough health chief warns people to be aware of the signs. Early diagnosis is crucial to survival as just a third of patients
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Eyes on the prize: Wanderers defender Jones keeps focus on Portsmouth clash
GETHIN Jones won’t allow talk of an international call-up for Australia to distract him from the job at hand with Wanderers. Bolton’s Perth-born vice captain has been watched by the Socceroos with the intention of bringing him into the squad for
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Pompey and circumstances - The Buff's big build-up to Portsmouth v Wanderers
Play down Pompey! Or at least we think that's how it goes. Win, lose or draw, the result of Monday's televised game won't define Wanderers' season but it could certainly help shape it for the better or worse. So to get yourself in the mood
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Record number of suspensions at Bolton schools a 'cause for alarm'
A record number of suspensions recorded at schools in Bolton has caused "deep concern". Borough schools reported the highest amount of suspensions in the autumn term last year, new figures show, the highest number of any term since comparable figures
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'Prolific burglar' broke into property days after being given chance by judge
A "prolific burglar" from Bolton ignored a chance given to him by a judge by breaking into a property days after being released on bail. Matthew Openshaw was placed on a community order for controlling and coercive behaviour towards a woman and
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Death of elderly man after 'unwitnessed fall' in hospital ruled as accident
The death of an elderly man after an “unwitnessed fall” at Royal Bolton Hospital has been ruled as an accident. Geoffrey Irving Wood was aged 94 when he died at the Minerva Road hospital in September this year. An inquest heard how he had been
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Taxi association founder speaks out on drivers 'used as human punching bags'
Then founder of a new association for taxi drivers has spoken out against fellow trade members being treated as “human punching bags". Shaz Malik has previously called for drivers across Bolton to follow his lead in bringing Hackney and Private
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Care home resident visits special place with her daughter almost 50 years later
A borough care home resident went to see the Blackpool illuminations with her daughter, almost 50 years since her last visit. Ellen Marshall lives at MHA Beechville in Lostock and "jumped" at the chance to visit the tourist attraction, something
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Company aims to strengthen sales with new hire in Bolton branch
A compressed air company in Bolton has welcomed a new manager to its branch. Compressed air and fluid power specialist Thorite has welcomed James Douse as new business development manager at its branch, based at Raikes Lane Industrial Estate.
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Road to be closed for vital repair works
A road in Over Hulton is set to be closed on the lead up to Christmas to allow to take place. Reynolds Drive will be closed on Friday, December 22 for approximately one day whilst manhole repair works are ongoing. The road closure will prohibit
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Bolton heating manufacturer's 'exciting new chapter' with new takeover
A heating manufacturer has announced an “exciting new chapter” with more products set be made at its Bolton site after its latest expansion. This comes after Heatrod Elements, based on Smethurst Lane in Farnworth, completed is acquisition of the
