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Bolton TV presenter shares shocking revelation as he appears on show tonight
Paddy McGuinness told how his father was forced to pull out his own teeth after not being able to see a dentist. The television presenter was among the panellists on Question Time which airs within minutes on BBC One. Among the issues discussed
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Teenager, 17, dies after 'workplace accident' in Bury and 2 men arrested
A 17-year-old boy has died after a "workplace accident" in Bury. Police were called to business premises this morning, Thursday, on Tile Street, outside the town centre, to a concern for welfare. Emergency services made efforts to save him
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Police launch appeal to find wanted man
Police are asking for the public's help to find a wanted man with links to Bolton. Connor Bentley, aged 26, is wanted by GMP on recall to prison. Officers say he has links to Bolton and Leigh, as well as Wigan, and urge anyone with information
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'Human' remains found at industrial estate, police confirm
What is believed to be 'human remains' have been found at industrial estate in Darwen. A large emergency service presence has been reported in Marsh House Lane, where it is believed 'human' remains were found on land connected to the industrial
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TEAM NEWS: Wanderers captain Santos inching back towards first team return
RICARDO Santos could be back in training next week at Wanderers following a calf injury, Ian Evatt has confirmed. The club skipper has missed the last couple of games after sustaining a small tear in his soleus but has made good progress in his
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Bolton firsts are beaten at home by Broughton Park
By Charlie Mee sport@nqnw.co.uk Bolton RUFC first XV remain bottom of Northern Counties One ADM Lancashire and Cheshire after a 43-12 defeat at home against fifth-placed Broughton Park last Saturday. Both teams realised it was not going
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Rebuild on the cards for Bolton schools to rid them of concrete at risk of collapse
Schools across Bolton containing reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) are set to benefit from rebuilds and major repairs after a key government announcement. The Department for Education (DfE) revealed how it intends to remove Reinforced
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27 poisonous plants and flowers that are harmful for cats and dogs
Decorating your house with plants can make it feel more homely but there are some you should avoid buying if you have a cat or dog. Not all plants are safe to be placed in our homes so it’s worth doing some research before you make any purchases
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What is Lent and why do people take part in the 40-day period each year?
Shrove Tuesday and Ash Wednesday are days scheduled in the calendar for February each year and following them comes Lent but what is it and why do we celebrate it? After using up bits in the cupboard to make pancakes for Pancake Day (also known
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Walkers releases 2 new 'banging' crisp flavours as discontinued product returns
Walkers has released two new flavours of crisps in the UK as part of its Sensations range. Walkers Crisps are responsible for a range of products including Quavers, Wotsits, Monster Munch, Squares and Bugles as well as their various ranges like
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EastEnders star to quit show tonight just days after Albert Square return
A well-known EastEnders star is to leave Albert Square tonight just days after returning to the BBC soap opera. Karen Taylor, who is played by Lorraine Stanley, will leave the programme once again in another surprise for fans. The character
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Bolton man seriously injured in arena bomb wins court case over vile claims
A claim that the Manchester Arena bombing was staged by government agencies and did not kill or injure anyone is “absurd and fantastical”, a judge at the High Court has ruled. Bolton man Martin Hibbert and daughter Eve Hibbert are bringing legal
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More than 1,500 homes hit with power cuts in Astley Bridge
More than 1,500 homes and businesses in Astley Bridge were without electricity yesterday, according to Electricity North West (ENW). Yesterday, Wednesday, February 7, at around 4pm, the power company received reports of a power cut affecting 1,753
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UPDATES: Snow falls as yellow weather warning put in place
4:08pm Rain is to get worse during the course of the evening, with a 90 per cent chance of it falling as late as 11pm
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Bolton tram workers deny manslaughter of father-of-one
Four tram workers - including two from Bolton - who have been accused of the manslaughter of a father-of-one will go on trial next year. Jack Barnes, 29, from Hull, suffered a cardiac arrest after he was restrained by the “customer service representatives
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Inquest into death of tragic teen discovered in River Bollin
An inquest opened into the death of a 14-year-old schoolboy who was discovered dead in Hale. Luke Howe, from Sale, disappeared from the area of Bankhall Lane at around 6pm on January 18. The emergency services searched for the 14-year-old schoolboy
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Wanderers fans snap up Blackpool tickets in rapid time
Wanderers fans have snapped up more than 2,000 tickets in rapid time for the upcoming trip to Blackpool. Ian Evatt’s men head to Bloomfield Road on Saturday, February 24 in League One action and will be backed by another sold-out away end.
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Hour-by-hour weather forecast for Bolton as snow starts to fall
A yellow weather warning is now in force across Bolton for snow until 6am tomorrow, Friday, February 9. Very light snow is currently falling in Bolton and is expected to get heavier by noon. The Met Office predicted earlier this week the borough
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Schools affected by RAAC no longer exempt from inspection this term
The Bolton schools affected by Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) are no longer exempt from an inspection by Ofsted. The watchdog removed the schools from its schedule for the winter term after the issues hit the headlines at the start
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Boyzone to collaborate with Chorley FC as pop sensations head to Victory Park
A football club based in Lancashire is welcoming one of the 90s biggest and best-loved boybands to its stadium this weekend in what’s promising to be the start of an exciting collaboration between the two. Original Boyzone members, Ronan Keating
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West Brom boss 'very happy' with Wanderers loanee Taylor
West Brom boss Carlos Corberan believes Wanderers loanee Caleb Taylor has a bright future at the Hawthorns. Taylor joined the Whites on Deadline Day and made his debut during the 1-1 draw against Barnsley last weekend. Corberan insists that
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Brits issued one-week Highway Code warning that could cost you £1,000
All UK motorists have been warned of a Highway Code rule that could result in a hefty fine ahead of Valentine's Day. Trust us, it'll certainly lower the mood. While many couples will have romantic plans for February 14, motorists are being reminded
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First look as release date set for drama filmed in Bolton starring Hollywood star
A date has been set for the release of a new series filmed in Bolton starring Hollywood actor Ewan McGregor. The A-lister's was in Bolton filming for the star-studded drama, A Gentleman in Moscow, set during the Russian Revolution - with photographers
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Motorway reopens after 7 hours after 2 incidents force it to shut
The M61 reopened at around 3am this morning after a burst water main caused it to shut. National Highways North West first reported a two car collision southbound between Junction 8 at Chorley and Junction 6 at Bolton. The incident was first
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Winter Hill Runners quartet take on tough Hebden challenge
Winter Hill Runners, Albert Sunter, Abigail Sunter, Jason Tonge and David Colgan recently made their way to the Calder Valley to compete in the ever popular, The Hebden 15 and 22. Organised by the Long Distance Walking Association, the event is
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Bubbly 21-year-old remembered by friends who continue to be inspired by her
Two friends are taking on the London Marathon in memory of a “bubbly” 21-year-old who tragically died from a rare form of cancer. Jenna Patel, from Belmont, was known for her happy-go-lucky personality, and even after her cancer diagnosis, she
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Breightmet HMO plans are 'a slap in the face' for families
A plan to turn a two-bed house into a five-bed HMO attracted criticism from a councillor in Breightmet. The applicant, Parata Property, applied for planning permission for the site on Burnmoor Road last week. The plan is to turn a two-bed house
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Home extensions allowed after plea from resident on medical grounds
Extensions will be allowed to two neighbouring properties in Great Lever to accommodate the medical needs of a resident. Plans for the development of part two storey/part single storey extensions at rear and sides together with front porches and
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Bolton breaks tradition to allow hypnotism to return to town
Bolton Council broke with more than 40 years of tradition as it allowed a hypnotist permission for a performance at the Albert Halls. Robert Temple applied for a licence for his show, Red Raw, around two weeks before the performance on Saturday
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The 'tough reality' faced by couple after devastating diagnosis
The partner of a brave man battling cancer has shared the emotional rollercoaster they have been through following his diagnosis just before Christmas last year. Nigel Cheesebrough, 58, who lives in Horwich, was diagnosed with squamous cell cancer
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'Perfect storm' at hospital resulting in ambulance delays and operational issues
Nearly 100 patients were forced to wait for more than a hour with paramedics before being handed over to medics at the Royal Bolton Hospital. New figures have been released for ambulance patient handovers at the Royal Bolton Hospital for the week
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Bolton Aquarium LGBT+ silent disco cancelled after low ticket sales
A silent disco to commemorate LGBT+ History Month at Bolton Aquarium has been cancelled due to ticket sales, Bolton Council has confirmed. The event, scheduled for Friday, February 16, promised to allow partygoers to ‘dance the night away’ surrounded
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New £700k pedestrian crossing plan ‘welcomed improvement’, says councillor
A Bolton councillor has welcomed Transport for Greater Manchester plans to upgrade pedestrian crossings. The £720,000 Bee Network scheme will see improvements to three crossings in Bolton, as well as three in Wigan and four in Oldham. All 10
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Animal Farm at Bolton Octagon 'a frighteningly relevant production'
Written 80 years ago as a savage satire on post revolutionary Russia and the rise of Joseph Stalin, Animal Farm remains a seminal work of literature. The story of the animals overthrowing their human farmer to take over the farm only to abandon
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Baxter will play through the pain in Wanderers' League One promotion chase
NATHAN Baxter has refused to let a wrist injury keep him out of Wanderers’ promotion push. The goalkeeper suffered a torn ligament in the first half of Saturday’s home game against Barnsley and was considered a serious doubt for the trip to Cambridge
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Hundreds turned out in Bolton as Darth Vader gave road safety lessons
Hundreds of excited youngsters were in Bolton’s shopping precinct during the summer holiday of 1978 for a visit by the Green Cross Code Man. Actor turned road safety superhero Dave Prowse was in town as part of the Co-op Superstore’s 50th anniversary
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Inquest opens into tragic death of teenager
An inquest has opened into the death of a 19-year-old. Harrison Rimmer, 19, was discovered outside his home on Oaks Lane, off Bradshaw Brow, last month. At Bolton Coroner's Court this week an inquest opened into the death before assistant coroner
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Award-winning bar ‘under new ownership’
An award-winning cocktail bar in Westhoughton has announced a change of ownership. KOO bar, located on Market Street, won the accolade of best cocktail bar in the North West at the Food and Drink awards in 2020 and 2021. The current owner took
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Delays 'likely' on more than 50 Bolton roads as roadworks planned
Delays are 'likely' on more than 50 roads due to roadworks which have been planned to go ahead this week and next. According to official notices, roadworks are being carried out United Utilities water, Openreach, Bolton Council, Electricity North
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New over 50s social group created to combat loneliness and social isolation
A charity boss has set up an over 50s social group after she "spotted a gap in the community". Jayne Allman, chief executive of Banana Enterprise, the charity which has recently been granted funding to transform Rock Hall in Moses Gate Country
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Tragic death of 30-year-old after 'unexpected' internal bleed
A man died aged just 30 after suffering a leg infection, an inquest heard. Shaun Bowden died on July 14, 2022, at Royal Bolton Hospital. An inquest at Bolton Coroners Court heard Mr Bowden had been a "healthy child" who enjoyed playing rugby