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'Mother of God!' TV star joins police for Bolton walkabout
A well loved television star joined police in Bolton today while filming for his new series. Adrian Dunbar, best known to viewers for his portrayal of Ted Hastings in hit crime drama Line of Duty, was out on the streets of Bolton today where he
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Cash, hard drugs and suspected stolen cars all found in morning police raid
Hard drugs, two suspected stolen cars and around £2,000 in cash were discovered in a morning police raid. Officers from Greater Manchester Police’s (GMP) Challenger Team raided the house on Grundy Street, Westhoughton, on the morning of Friday,
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WATCH: 'Hammer' found in suspect's car after high speed police chase
A man was arrested after allegedly trying to speed off from police who then say they found a “hammer” in his car. Officers in the Tactical Vehicle Intercept Unit were on patrol in the Prestwich area at around 2.15am on Thursday February 16 when
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WATCH: Jack Iredale speaks to the media ahead of Charlton clash
Jack Iredale speaks to the media ahead of Wanderers' League One clash with Charlton.
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WATCH: Ian Evatt speaks to the media ahead of Charlton clash
Wanderers boss Ian Evatt speaks to the media ahead of his side's League One clash with Charlton.
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Warning as measles cases confirmed in Bolton - amid nationwide comeback of virus
Measles cases have been confirmed in Bolton amid warning about a “resurgence” of the virus. It comes after warning sin recent months that several cases of the infectious virus had been detected in the North West, most of them in Greater Manchester
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Yellow weather warning for rain in place this weekend, with potential flooding
Heavy rain and floods have been forecast for Bolton as a yellow weather warning is in place for the weekend. The Met Office has put the warning in place for Saturday and Sunday, February 17 and 18. Predicted to affect the entire country,
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Police want to speak to man after 'surprise present' stolen days before Christmas
Police have released an image of a man they want to speak to after a “surprise present” was suspected to have been stolen just before Christmas. The parcel is believed to have been taken from a home on Blackburn Road, Astley Bridge on Wednesday
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Police called to Bolton town centre after woman assaulted
A man has been arrested in Bolton town centre this afternoon, Friday, after a woman was assaulted. Police were called to Knowsley Street at around 12.10pm after reports a woman had been attacked. Two police cars parked near the Greggs store
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First images show the multi-million pound transformation of town centre building
The first images have been released showing how a multi-million pound transformation of a town centre office block is shaping up as it prepares to open for business. Work started on The Wellsprings 'Innovation Hub' in July of last year to create
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Bolton GP urges people to get measles jab after outbreak
A Bolton doctor who oversaw the vaccination programme against Covid in the town is urging people to make sure they get the jab to prevent the spread of measles. There have been 24 outbreaks of the infection in the North West between October 1 last
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Wanderers boss Ian Evatt shares his thoughts on sin bins
The potential introduction of sin bins is a major talking point in the game, but Ian Evatt isn’t convinced that it is the way forward. Reports claim that the FA will “seriously consider” trialling sin bins in the men’s and women’s FA Cups next
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BBC announces Jordan North is leaving Radio 1
BBC Radio 1 has announced Burnley's Jordan North is leaving his afternoon show. A statement released on Friday morning said: "Radio 1 will be saying goodbye to Jordan North. "Jordan has been behind some of the most hilarious and entertaining
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Thousands to receive new £299 cost of living payment from today - are you eligible?
Thousands of families will receive a £299 cost of living cash boost from today. Eligible households, in receipt of tax credits and no other qualifying benefits, will receive the final cost of living payment of the year over the next week. HMRC
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Driver in pyjamas has car seized as part of police op to target 'high-risk roads'
Vehicles have been seized after Greater Manchester Police carried out an operation to target ‘high-risk road routes’ which have seen ‘significant collisions’ in Bolton last night. Drivers on Blackburn Road and Deansgate were under the watch of
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Recharged Daisy Hill all set for big double header
Daisy Hill are preparing for a double header of games in the North West Counties League First Division North, with a trip to Darwen tomorrow (3pm) being followed by a home game against Ashton Athletic at the Plumb Factory Stadium on Monday night (7.45pm
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Historic country pub serves up stunning panoramic views along with a good pint
Every week we love to shine the spotlight on some of the best local venues that the borough has to offer, in our Pub of the Week feature. This week we spoke to co-owner of the Bob’s Smithy Inn Country Pub & Dining, Jordan to see how they are getting
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Approval for community centre for area with 'few facilities'
The Kearsley area is up for a council-owned community centre as the authorities aim to add sought-after services to the town and surrounding settlements. The Labour Group committed to the creation of the council-owned community centre as a way
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Crackdown on speeding continues as councillors join police
Bromley Cross councillors joined forces with police as part of an operation to crackdown on speeding motorists in the area. Cllr Nadim Muslim and Cllr Samantha Connor accompanied officers from GMP Bolton North as they conducted roadside checks.
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Cabbie loses licence over involvement in illicit tobacco
A taxi driver who was implicated in the sale of illicit tobacco lost their licence according to Bolton Council. The taxi driver was one of a number to be brought before a licensing committee at the town hall last week. This was not accessible
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Rail bus replacement warning for passengers as Bolton rail line to be upgraded
Passengers are being warned to check before they travel as a rail line is being upgraded. The line between Bolton and Wigan is being electrified to allow greener, cleaner and quieter electric trains to run on the line. Enabling work for the
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Should supermakets be charged for abandoned trolleys in Bolton - have your say
Bolton Council is asking residents and retailers for their opinions in a bid to tackle the blight of abandoned trolleys by charging the shops responsible for them. The abandoned trolleys are to be seen strewn all across the borough by anti-social
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Families are invited to explore the magical forest in Smithills Hall TONIGHT
An enchanting outdoor show will take place in the grounds of Smithills Hall today. Families are invited to enter a magical forest to enjoy traditional storytelling, puppet shows and more as they experience the stunning light show TREES. TREES
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Taxi drivers pelted with eggs in the latest spate of attacks targeting drivers
A number of taxi drivers have been pelted with eggs over the weekend in Bolton. The two private hire vehicles were targeted during the daytime in Tonge Moor and are the latest in a spate of attacks at taxi vehicles. Another driver, Siraj Patel
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Ex-prison worker to go back into prison to help offenders when their jail terms ends
A scheme helping prisoners to develop skills to become self-employed is to be rolled out across more prisons this month. Bolton-based Entrepreneurs Unlocked, works with people in prison and on probation, providing specialist programmes, advice,
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These young people are counting on YOUR help to save their building
More than £25,000 needs to be raised to repair and replace the roof on a building which is used by a several youth groups across Bolton – including the Scouts and Girl Guides. The Eyrie located on Clay Street in Bromley Cross which is owned by
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Bolton's 'most vulnerable families' still set to be hit by £5.5M support fund cut
People across Bolton could still be set to be hit by cuts of more than £5million to a “lifeline” fund. This comes with the government poised to axe the Household Support Fund, which provides around £5.5m to some of Bolton’s poorest people from
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Helicopter was scrambled in high speed police chase to catch dangerous driver
A man who ‘covered his face’ in order to try and avoid detection by the police reached speeds of 80mph in a 30mph zone. Tahir Afsar, aged 39, led officers on a chase through Farnworth and Bolton on January 7, hitting excessive speeds, all whilst
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Whites must keep showing 'resilience', insists Bodvarsson
Wanderers again proved their ability to ‘win ugly’ against Wycombe, which is something every team chasing promotion needs. Ian Evatt’s side are known for their attractive brand of football but at this stage of the season, it is simply all about
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Why Wanderers can gain 'perspective' from Charlton struggles
Ian Evatt is prepared for a tough test against Charlton this weekend and insists the Addicks are capable of getting “big results” despite their recent struggles. The London club are teetering above the League One relegation zone but have a fresh
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Club that keeps on running - Horwich Harriers - is celebrated in a new exhibition
By David Barnes Horwich Heritage This year Horwich RMI Harriers celebrate its centenary and those celebrations start with the opening of an exhibition at the Horwich Heritage Centre tomorrow (10am – 1pm). The exhibition will run until May
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Empty Marks and Spencer building now worth £5M, with new plans 'in coming weeks'
The vacant Marks and Spencer building in Bolton town centre is now worth £5 million, leader of Bolton Council has said. Bolton Council first bought the Deansgate building in 2019 for £15M as part of their plans for the redevelopment of Crompton
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Latest planning applications for Bolton - What's going on down your street?
A house could be set to be transformed into a new barber shop. This is one of several planning applications put before Bolton Council recently. The plans for Plodder Lane, Farnworth also includes a first floor extension and an external staircase
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The Buff presents: Red cards, referees and first minute reducers
IT has been another newsy week at Bolton Wanderers - so Marc Iles and Henry Hewitt are here again to take you through al the headlines from The Bolton News. Red cards for George Thomason and manager Ian Evatt at Northampton Town set tongues wagging
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Work to get underway after 8 inch deep potholes cause concern
Westhoughton councillors say it is ‘great news’ that potholes in the area are being repaired - but there are other hot spot areas where roads also need resurfacing. Multiple potholes have been repaired on St George's Avenue recently after residents
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'Banking hub' to come to town left with no bank branches 'by summer'
A new banking hub should be up and running by the summer in a town left with no surviving bank branches, an MP says. The banking hub will be set up in Westhoughton by August this year and will follow on from a similar facility set up recently on
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Come Dine with Me filmed in Bolton reaches fever pitch TONIGHT
A model and influencer bought a taste of Africa to Bolton on Channel 4’s Come Dine With Me cooking show. Thandie Ndlovu, from Bolton, was approached by Channel 4 bosses to appear on the show and the model impressed with her African dishes on Wednesday
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Elderly woman spent 12 hours waiting for a bed in A&E after suffering heart problem
An elderly woman was forced to wait 12 hours for a bed in Royal Bolton Hospital's A&E department after suffering with a heart problem. Barbara Firth, 77, was taken to the hospital on Thursday, February 1 after suffering with a heart murmur