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Police thank member of public who paid for their food in random act of kindness
A member of the public paid for police officers' food in a random act of kindness this evening. The Greater Manchester Police (GMP) officers were at the McDonald's drive thru on Manchester Road earlier today, March 24, when they were surprised
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UK passport prices set to rise in coming weeks – how much will new fees cost?
The government is set to introduce new UK passport application fees which will rise by more than 7%. The cost of online applications made within the UK for people aged 16 and above will increase from £82.50 to £88.50 under new proposals. The
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Police and fire services descended on flats after 'concern for welfare'
Police and fire crews descended onto an area in Bolton after a 'concern for welfare' this afternoon. Emergency services turned out en masse to Deakins Mill Way at around 3.45pm. The Bolton News understands they were called to a concern for
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18 pictures from Ramsbottom Chocolate and Cheese Festival to make you drool
The sun fell favourably today as a well-loved food festival returned to town. Foodies rejoiced as Ramsbottom Chocolate and Cheese Festival arrived in the market town today, Sunday, March 24. The event ran from 12pm-4pm. Hundreds of people
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WATCH: Thrilling new crime drama filmed in Bolton screens TONIGHT
The eagerly anticipated thrilling new crime drama filmed in Bolton and written by acclaimed local actor screens tonight. Set in the fictional town of Chadder Vale, the community suddenly starts experiencing strange crimes and secrets hidden for
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Youth arrested and 18 ordered out after two days of ramped up police powers
A youth was arrested and “taken home to his parents”, while 18 were forced to leave a designated area after police powers were ramped up. The increases in police powers were authorised by two dispersal orders authorised for the Little Lever area
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Fresh warning as 'extremely busy' hospital A&E wait times soar
A fresh warning has gone out that Royal Bolton Hospital’s accident and emergency department is “extremely busy.” As of Sunday, March 24, the average waiting time for people at the A&E department at the hospital on Minerva Road, Farnworth has
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Check out 30+ wonderful photos as Holi festival festoons Bolton with colour
Bolton was festooned with bright colours as the town’s Hindu community and people from other faiths community came together to celebrate the Holi festival. One of India’s most popular festivals, Holi is held every year to celebrate the arrival
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'Change this one thing' if you want to live until you're 100
National Geographic fellow and author Dan Buettner has shared the 'one thing' you can do to improve your chances of reaching 100 years old. The explorer and educator, 63, recently took to Instagram to tell his followers to get 'better friends'
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Who's competing tonight on the Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up to Cancer?
A new batch of celebrities are preparing to face each other in the latest episode of the Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C). The special series on Channel 4 sees a new group of celebrities each week enter the Bake Off tent taking
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People asked to leave homes as police search playing fields for 'guns and grenades'
Police launched a search for guns and hand grenades on a playing field this week. Officers were called to the playing fields off Stanhope Road, Salford on the evening of Friday March 22. This came after reports of “potential firearms and grenades
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Has a Bolton-born keeper given Wanderers' automatic promotion chances a boost?
IF automatic promotion hopes have flickered at Wanderers of late, Derby’s surprising defeat at Northampton Town on Saturday might just be enough to get the flame burning again. Will Hoskins scored the only goal of the game at Sixfields, the Cobblers
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Tragedy as unidentified woman found dead in river
An unidentified woman was tragically found dead in a river this week. Police say they were called to the River Mersey, near Chorlton Water Park, Manchester on Thursday March 21 where they found a woman’s body. Officers have not been able to
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'Abusive' youths, e-scooters and off road bikes behind latest police orders
Youths being “abusive”, disruptive to business and possibly using e-scooters and off road bikes dangerously have provoked recent increases in police powers. Twice in the last week, police officers have authorised dispersal orders for the Little
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Fired Apprentice star claims ‘negative experience’ stopped her going on spin-off
A jewellery company owner who was fired from The Apprentice has claimed she skipped the spin-off show due to having a “negative experience” taking part in the main series. Noor Bouziane, from Liverpool, missed Thursday’s edition of The Apprentice
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Bolton death notices and funeral announcements from The Bolton News
The Bolton News published 4 death notices last week. 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 notice pages will
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Residents win fight over installation of 'eyesore' masts
Residents in Egerton have won their fight over the installation of telegraph poles on their estate. Earlier this month residents staged a meeting with local councillors Cllr Nadim Muslim, Cllr Amy Cohen, and Cllr Sam Connor, after notices were
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Bid blocked for Grand Designs-style house compared to Gary Neville's house
A Grand Designs-style "eco-dwelling" compared to Gary Neville's 'Teletubbies' house cannot be built after it was blocked by Bolton Council. The applicant, Gary Dent, applied for planning permission for a site between Bolton and Bury, on Ringley
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'I saw people running' - residents react after man shot in 'quiet' street
Residents have voiced their shock after a man was shot in a 'quiet' residential street. At 9.30pm on Thursday, March 21, police were called to Mercia Street in Deane. The Bolton News understands a gun was fired and a man was shot and injured
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Bolton Could Become a leading town in kindness.
Bolton Could Become a leading town in kindness. Like most communities, life among us people of Bolton continues to change. It’s never static. I noticed that this week as I digested some of the data I’d been sent from the last census. It’s fascinating
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Bolton workers celebrate combined 75 years of service
Three Aldi workers in Bolton are celebrating a combined 75 years with the business. Heavy goods vehicle drivers Rick Levell and Mark Taylor, based at Aldi’s Bolton regional distribution centre, have been with the business for the past 25 and 30
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An area of outstanding natural beauty which is just an hour from Bolton
As the weather turns warmer and we begin to remember what the sun looks like, many of us are looking to get outside and away from urbanity – what better way than a bike ride around an area of outstanding natural beauty? Located just an hour from
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Urgent warning for dog walkers this spring
With Easter set to see an increase in visitors to the countryside, dog-owners are being urged to be extra vigilant at a time when sheep and lambs are at their most vulnerable. It comes as farm animals in the North West of England worth an estimated
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Familiar face behind the bar as new landlady takes over popular pub
A new landlady has taken over a popular community and family pub that she went to as a local for years. Sally May only started at The Beaumont Arms in Ladybridge a few days ago and says that it is going really well so far. She has always had
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Calls to give northerners the same rail discounts southerners have had for 40 years
Calls have been made for Northerners to be given the same discounts those in the South East have had for almost 40 years. For £30 a year, rail passengers in London and the South East can get a third off off-peak rail travel, with the Network Railcard
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Campaign to save endangered bird species with 'swift bricks' on new homes
A conservationist is trying to get housing developers to include ‘swift bricks’ in new builds. Swift birds are known for their forked tails as they fly high in the sky, and do everything in the sky including, mating and eating. Swifts spend
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In the dock - people brought before the courts
A number of people from Bolton have recently appeared before the courts. Magistrates have dealt with a variety of offences including motoring and having offensive weapons in public. Bailey Hadfield used a vehicle drove a Fiat Punto on the Lyon
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One in four Bee Network buses were late last week… and that’s an improvement
One in four Bee Network buses were late last week — and that’s a big improvement on the old system. Earlier this year, Andy Burnham announced plans to provide weekly updates on bus punctuality in the areas now being served by publicly-controlled
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Bolton parish priest to embark on epic challenge to help the most in need
A parish priest from Bolton is taking on an epic challenge this summer to raise funds to help local people experiencing poverty, homelessness and discrimination, and is asking local schools and individuals to join him. Father Chris Gorton, from
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Look inside this £1.4M million house perfect for socialising and relaxing in
With the longer - and hopefully warmer- days it is the generous landscaped gardens which catch the eye in this week's property of the week. The stunning family home has gone on the market for £1.4M - and you get plenty for your money including,
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Could Peaky Blinders be coming back to Bolton after Cillian Murphy confirmed for film
Cillian Murphy will reprise his role as gangster Tommy Shelby for the upcoming Peaky Blinders film, creator Steven Knight has confirmed. The Oppenheimer star who filmed key Peaky Blinder scenes in Bolton in 2022, has won legions of fans for his
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Public asked if University of Bolton name change could be 'misleading or confusing'
The University of Bolton’s plan to change its name has taken a step forward, with the public being asked if it could be “misleading or confusing.” Last September the Deane Road based university announced that it was exploring rebranding itself
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Spring clean on a Bolton estate helps to tackle challenges and issues
Volunteers turned up for a day of spring cleaning, collecting more than 30 bags of litter, with police using the opportunity to engage with the community after concerns over anti-social behaviour. Held on a cloudy Thursday afternoon, turnout was
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Manchester Airport opens new bar and brasserie restaurant - take a look inside
A new bar and brasserie has opened at Manchester Airport and promises to give passengers somewhere quiet if they need to get away from the hustle and bustle. The Evergreen Bar & Brasserie combines stylish botanical décor with a menu that’s inspired
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Not a traffic cone in sight as fog descended on Bolton in 1969
We don't often get fog like this any more. This was the scene in Bridgeman Place, Bolton, in 1969 when traffic was brought to a virtual standstill due to poor visibility. Equally interesting on this photo are the roadworks which had closed
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Easter bank holiday travel advice for Bolton rail passengers
Rail passengers travelling in the North West this Easter are being reminded to check before they travel while major railway works take place between March 29 and April 1. £13.4 million is being invested across Network Rail's North West and Central
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Easter is set to be a cracking time for all in this part of Bolton
An organisation which helps local people received an 'egg-stra' special delivery this week to make sure everyone has a cracking time this Easter. Housebuilder Ashberry Homes Easter eggs to Westhoughton Community Assist Service to distribute within
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How Bolton Council's pest control service will work now it is free
Bolton Council has explained how its free pest control service will work for local residents. The service will be available to residents who own their own homes, and those living in private rented accommodation. Communication with social landlords
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Straight from the stands: Where does the Derby defeat leave Bolton Wanderers?
Disappointed in Derby, By Liam Hatton There was a feeling moments before Kane Wilson headed Derby in front which felt like something unfortunate would happen for Bolton Wanderers. Maybe it was just me who went into the game expecting the