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'Rogue builder' ordered to pay more than £20,000 following shoddy work
A 'rogue builder' from Blackburn has been ordered to pay one of his former customers more than £20,000 in damages and more than £15,000 in legal costs after leaving him and his family with collapsed ceilings. Izaz Akoo, who also goes by the name
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Car with 'exposed cord on front tyre' seized in police operation
A driver has been reported to court after allegedly leaving a car parked with no insurance and exposed cord on the front tyre. Police officers from Greater Manchester Police’s traffic division say that the VW Touran on Chorley Old Road also had
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Driver left phone in abandoned Mercedes after backstreets police chase
An investigation is underway after a Mercedes driver left his phone behind following a police pursuit through Bolton backstreets. Officers from Greater Manchester Police’s traffic division chased the car through the Deane area over the course of
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Constance Marten denies endangering baby saying ‘I did nothing but show her love’
On-the-run mother Constance Marten has wept in court as she denied endangering her baby, saying: “I did nothing but show her love.” The aristocrat, 36, and her partner Mark Gordon, 49, are on trial over the death of baby Victoria while living off-grid
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Six drivers caught speeding in just 40 minutes on Moss Bank Way
Six drivers were caught speeding on a major Bolton road in just 40 minutes, police say. Officers say that the drivers were stopped along Moss Bank Way over the course of a brief period on Thursday March 7. Moss Bank Way is one of the main arteries
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This Lush Mother’s Day collection is the nourishing pamper our loved ones deserve
I think all mums would agree they are in need of a bit of self-care at most times of the year, but especially when it comes to Mother’s Day. My mum cannot sit still for five minutes - even on her days off work, if she’s not running around Tesco
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Real characters could be found in Bolton to mark World Book Day
Youngsters across Bolton looked as if they had stepped straight out of a book. Every character imaginable was brought to life to celebrate the annual World Book Day. Pupils swapped their uniform for fun costumes, becoming everything from The
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Shoplifting crackdown sees dozens of police orders handed out to ban people
A police operation has been tackling shoplifting in a town centre and retail park. The operation has been carried out by police in collaboration with shops across Leigh town centre and Parsonage Retail Park. Police say that over the course
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Gladiators semi-final pulled from TV schedule in big BBC shakeup
Gladiators fans will be disappointed to hear that the programme's semi-final will be pulled from the TV schedule in a major BBC shakeup. While the first semi-final will air as usual on Saturday (March 9), the second instalment on March 16 will
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Worth the investment: I tried Dragons' Den products and the best didn't even air
From Levi Roots' Reggae Reggae Sauce to Wonderbly, there have been some amazing products that have come from the BBC show Dragons' Den. Budding businessmen and women have been trying for nearly 20 years to win investments from the Dragons (now
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Extra police powers to order people out of town centre brought in for 2nd day running
Police have again been authorised to use extra powers to order people to leave the town centre after reports of an increase in anti-social behaviour. The dispersal order authorised by Inspector Kieron Maddocks will cover most of the area around
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Man charged with online child sex offences including 'encouraging rape of a child'
A man from Bolton is set to be brought before the courts charged with a range of online child sex offences. Police say that Hugh Nelson, 27, has been charged with 11 offences and remanded into custody. He will appear before the courts to enter
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TEAM NEWS: Ian Evatt gives updates on Charles, Nlundulu and Johnston
Dion Charles has stepped up his return from a knee injury but is unlikely to be risked against Exeter City on Saturday. The 17-goal top scorer has missed the last six games for Wanderers but Ian Evatt hinted that he could be involved in next Tuesday
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'The train network treats passengers with contempt'
I love trains, but it’s easy to see why so many have been turned off an entire form of transport due to rude and unempathetic management decisions. Ever since moving to Greater Manchester in 2022, I have been in awe of the beauty of England’s North
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Teen duo charged over attempted midnight knifepoint robbery in town centre
Two teenagers have been charged after an alleged midnight knifepoint robbery attempt in Bolton town centre. Police say that the suspected robbery happened earlier this week at around midnight on Monday March 4. ALSO READ: Police given extra
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Lusiama’s late strike not enough for Colls
Atherton Collieries slipped to a 2-1 home defeat in their rearranged NPL Premier Division clash with Guiseley on Tuesday night. The hosts began brightly against a Guiseley outfit managed by former Bury boss Andy Welsh. Playing down the slope
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Protesters 'stand shoulder to shoulder' with Palestine at town centre demo
Protesters were out in force in Bolton town centre on Thursday afternoon calling for a ceasefire in Palestine. The demonstrators had gathered in front of the branch of Barclays bank just off Victoria Square, baring placards and chanting slogans
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A murder investigation is underway after 37-year-old found dead
A murder investigation is underway after a man, 37, was found dead. Police say an arrest has been made since the discovery at a flat in Barton Walk, New Bury. Officers were initially called on Tuesday evening, to a concern for welfare call,
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BIG MATCH PREVIEW: Highs, lows and making the most of promotion pressure
OF the 35 competitive victories Wanderers have racked up in the past calendar year, perhaps their gutsiest was achieved against Exeter City. Whilst November’s seven-goal romp at the Toughsheet Stadium is fresher in the memory – one of the rare
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12 hacks to save more than £1500 at the supermarket, on your Netflix and more
A deals expert has issued his 12 hacks for saving £1500 on your spending at the supermarket, on your energy bills and Netflix subscription. Tom Church, co-founder of LatestDeals.co.uk has shared 12 money-saving tactics that are popular amongst
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Tesco customers ‘disappointed’ as extra Clubcard points scheme removed
Tesco customers have taken to social media to share their “disappointment” over its decision to axe a popular voucher scheme. The supermarket has removed its Tesco survey website, meaning shoppers will now miss out on the chance to earn extra Clubcard
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The full Great Celebrity Bake Off for SU2C line-up from Mel B to Dermot O'Leary
The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up to Cancer (SU2C) is set to return in 2024 with a new group of stars set to enter the famous tent in an attempt to raise money for charity. The 2024 series of Celebrity Bake Off is set to consist of five
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Anyone who buys bread needs to read this 'important' warning from Tesco
Tesco has issued an important warning to British bread lovers. The major supermarket has explained to the public exactly how to store the kitchen staple correctly. As households across the UK will know all too well, the family favourite can
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RECAP: Police and CSI on quiet residential street
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Teenager due in court after burglaries and theft of vehicles
A teenager has been charged after a series of burglaries in Bury and connected offences in Bolton. The 17-year-old, who cannot be named for legal reasons, is due to appear at the Manchester Youth Court. He has been charged with ten offences
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'Drink this to live 4 years longer' 3 cups a day may add extra 'healthy' years
National Geographic fellow and author Dan Buettner has shared the drink that could add four 'extra healthy' years to our lives and how often we need to consume it to see the effects. The explorer and educator, 63, recently took to Instagram to
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Whites slash Shrewsbury ticket prices and offer 'kids for a quid'
Wanderers have reduced ticket prices for the re-arranged Shrewsbury fixture and supporters under the age of 18 can attend for £1. The match was initially due to take place on Saturday, March 23 but will now be played on Tuesday, April 16 (7.45pm
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'I thought I'd die' - Bolton motorist after electric car hits 90mph after brakes fail
A Bolton motorist has spoken of the terror he felt after he was unable to stop his car as it 'reached speeds of up to 90mph' on the motorway. Nathan Owen was driving on the M57 as he made his way home to Bolton from his job in Ormskirk on Wednesday
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As Bolton celebrates World Book Day - send us your photos
Today is World Book Day and across Bolton colourful characters are making their way to school inspired by their favourite books. We have already begun to receive your photos of some of the great costumes which have been created for this special
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Greggs praised for using 2023 profits to reward 25,000 staff with £17.6m bonus
The high street bakery chain Greggs has been widely praised for allocating £17.6m of 2023 profits to pay 25,000 staff a bonus. Workers will receive a bonus in their wages at the end of March to recognise their "hard work and effort" during 2023
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Touch rugby sessions for girls at Bolton this weekend
Bolton Rugby Club hosts their Blackburn counterparts this weekend for a girls’ touch rugby session. As part of the RFU’s Rugby United programme, Blackburn Rugby Club have collaborated with the One Voice programme in the town to provide indoor ‘
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Horwich youngster Zander wins the English title belt
Horwich youngster Zander Needham has become and English Thai-boxing champion aged just 11. Zander, from HKS Thai-boxing, was in action at the recent K-Star Show in Birmingham against home fighter, Tyler Moore. And he won by unanimous decision
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Six Lostockers on a High after trip to North Pennines
SIX hardy Lostock fell runners headed up to the North Pennines to compete in the first club fell championship race, the High Cup Nick, recently. Starting at the quaint village of Dufton, a total of 412 runners set off on the 9.3-mile race with
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Second-half display crucial as Tarleton team triumph
Bolton Rugby Club’s senior men’s team remain rooted to the foot of the Northern Counties 1 ADM Lancashire & Cheshire League after a 44-10 home defeat to Tarleton last weekend. After an unlucky result the week before, Bolton went into this game
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Horwich’s Webb springs into action at the flat Trafford 10k
Horwich Harriers’ England Masters runner, Gareth Webb, put in a wonderful showing at the fast Trafford 10K in his first race of the year after a veritable litany of infections. Despite not having trained as much as he would have liked, Webb said
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West Fife dog walker is through to the semi-finals of Gladiators
West Fife star Kerry Wilson is "super happy" to have made it through to the semi-finals of the BBC's Gladiators. Kerry, 34, from Oakley, who qualified from her heat in the fastest time of any competitor, took on Betti Worth, 31, of Westhoughton
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M&S agreement approved in big boost to Crompton Place plan
Bolton Council is able to progress with an application to demolish Crompton Place after its cabinet approved an agreement with M&S to surrender its lease. The council acquired the shopping centre in 2018 and it acquired planning permission
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Man left victim with permanent scarring after devastating single punch
A Bolton man who carried out an attack in the town centre while drunk was too shocked to watch footage when shown it by police. Robert Walsh, of Exeter Avenue in Tonge Moor, left his victim with permanent scarring. Bolton Magistrates Court
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Dealer who drove wrong way on St Peter's Way hid drug in Pringles cans
A drug dealer who kept cannabis in Pringles cans in his car has been sentenced to 45 months in prison. Mohammed Sultan Khan, of Foxham Drive, Cheetham Hill, was arrested after a chase through the streets of Bolton where he reached speeds of 70mph
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Plan for apartments put forward for vicarage
A plan to turn the vicarage to Grade-II listed St Chad's Church into 18 apartments is up for consideration in Tonge Fold. The applicant, who is a resident of the area, applied for planning permission for the site on Tonge Fold Road last month.
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Bolton Gladiator contestant to return to the show despite her defeat
A Bolton gym owner who was defeated in the BBC competition show Gladiators will be returning for the semi-finals. Betti Worth, from Westhoughton, made it to the quarter-finals of the show after overcoming a 13.5-second time penalty to beat competitor
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'I feel sorry for him!' - Evatt believes Thomason card reputation is undeserved
George Thomason has earned an unfair reputation this season with League One’s referees. That’s the view of Wanderers’ boss Ian Evatt, who came to his midfielder’s defence after he picked up an 18th yellow card of the campaign in the 2-2 draw at
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Officials warn people to be vigilant over 'mystery box' scam emails
Officials are warning people to remain vigilant over ‘mystery box’ scam emails. Action Fraud, the UK’s national reporting centre for fraud and cybercrime, has received more than 7,902 reports about scam emails impersonating well-known retail brands
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Head's stark warning after pupils taken to hospital after inhaling unknown substance
A headteacher has issued a stark warning about the dangers of vaping after four pupils were taken ill after using an electronic cigarette. Westhoughton High School staff called an ambulance after the schoolchildren had inhaled a substance using
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Civic centre extension under construction when this photo of Bolton taken
This is a remarkable photo in many ways. For a start it is one of the older pictures in our archive, showing Bolton in 1922. Look at how tightly-packed everything is. This is an early example of infra-red photography which makes it
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5 of the best places to indulge in an afternoon tea in Bolton
Do you have a sweet tooth and a soft spot for savoury treats? Enjoying an afternoon tea could be the ideal way to spend some quality time with friends or family. With a range of options in Bolton to choose from, we’ve rounded up some of the best
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Johnston on injury lay-off and 'light at the end of the tunnel'
It has been a difficult season for George Johnston but the defender is determined to come back stronger. Johnston hasn’t featured since suffering an ACL injury during the pre-season friendly at Bamber Bridge. He had come on leaps and bounds
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The tide will turn in front of goal for Wanderers, says wing-back Williams
WANDERERS filled their boots the last time they came up against Exeter City – and some might argue they are due to hit the motherlode sometime soon again. The last half-hour at Barnsley on Tuesday night was a familiar tale of spurned chances, at
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Married at First Sight star to host sell out International Women's Day event
A Married at First Sight star is set to host a sell out International Women’s Day event on Friday, with proceeds from the event going to two Bolton charities. The Ladies Empowerment Circle based in Bolton are set to celebrate inclusion and women
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Family's shock and upset after Bolton cat shot in leg
A Bolton woman has spoken of her shock after vets removed an air rifle pellet from her cat’s leg – and she is now worried the perpetrator could move on to shooting children. Faz Martin, of Longfield Road, Daubhill, noticed something was wrong
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Equipment installed in 'really well used park' after 12 year absence
Goal posts have been brought back to a “really well used” park after a 12-year absence. The posts will now be installed on Bank Top Park, Kearsley, with money used from a £65,000 improvement fund. Cllr Melanie Livesey, of Kearsley, says that
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'Worst I have seen' sadness and upset after rubbish left dumped in an area of Bolton
Litter pickers were left feeling ‘saddened’ and ‘lost for words’ after seeing large amounts of rubbish dumped in the Great Lever area at the weekend. Karen Liptrot, of the Highfield and New Bury Litter Pickers and Community Group in Farnworth,
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Bake Off star's new patisserie in town centre is already proving a huge hit
A new patisserie based in Westhoughton is proving a huge hit just days after opening its doors. Andrew Harwood, from Heaton, who made it to the finals in Bake Off: The Professionals, set up Harwoods Patisserie in Standish, Wigan, with his wife