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Police given extra powers after 5 teens arrested following violent disorder
Police officers have been given extra stop and search powers after violent disorder broke out. Five teenagers were arrested and a knife was seized yesterday, say police. The Section 60 order covers parts of Harper Green and Smithills as outlined
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Why do people eat fish on Good Friday? Everything you need to know
Over the course of the Easter weekend, people all across the globe will be marking the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The celebration is kicked off by Palm Sunday and continues over the course of the Holy Week before ending on Easter
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'Traffic chaos' caused on East Lancs after van bursts into flames
SEVERE delays have been reported on the East Lancs this afternoon after a vehicle burst into flames. At around 12.40pm on Thursday, March 28, a work van caught fire on the East Lancashire Road between Leigh and Lowton. It is believed that a
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Bolton Wanderers publish £5.6m losses in financial accounts for 22/23
BOLTON Wanderers’ parent company, Football Ventures (Whites) Limited has reported group losses of £5.6million for the year ending June 30, 2023. The figure is up on the previous year’s £3.69m despite a sharp rise in turnover of more than 40 per
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Lidl to make major change in operations which could see shops 'follow trend'
Lidl has announced it will improve its chicken welfare standards. The discount supermarket will increase space for its own-label fresh chicken by 20% above current industry standards. The new commitment, which is expected to start this summer
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The Buff: Is this a promotion party or a slow shuffle to the play-offs?
Get on your disco pants, head down to Stevenage, because we're having an Easter Disco. The Buff is back and we're praying we don't see Steve Evans strutting any dance moves at the Lamex Stadium on Good Friday! Wanderers take on Stevenage before
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Young mum's fears after ‘rats as big as dogs in the roof space’
A young mum says her children aged six and three are having nightmares over ‘rats as big as dogs’ in the roof space of her home. The woman, whose name has been changed to Jane, moved into the property in Little Hulton in May 2023, and claims she
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'I didn't like him!' - Why Stevenage boss Evans changed his mind on Ian Evatt
STEVE Evans says he has changed his mind on Ian Evatt – especially after hearing he’d tipped him as manager of the year in League One! How long the respectful discussion lasts after kick-off on Friday is anyone’s guess but, for now, both Stevenage
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Man arrested in connection with death of Gogglebox star
A man in his 40s has been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter in connection with the death of Gogglebox star George Gilbey after a fall at work, Essex Police has said. Gilbey reportedly died following an accident at work on Wednesday
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Want to take part in jury service? The Murder Trial is coming to Manchester
The Murder Trial is coming to Manchester and tickets are available to buy now. The social experiment is based on a true story – The Murder Trial Live – and has been seen on the BBC’s Dragons’ Den. If you’ve always wondered what jury service
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Police issue update after 2 men and teenager arrested following shootings
Two men and a teenager are still in police custody after two shootings in Bolton. Officers were called to Monserrat Road, Johnson Fold, on Sunday, March 17, to reports of a shooting. And four days later on Thursday, March 21, police were called
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Capital FM confirms which 'friends' of Jordan North's will co-host alongside him
Capital today (Thursday 28th March 2024) announced that the new Capital signing, Jordan North, will host his first Capital Breakfast show on Monday 8th April. The all-new breakfast show with Jordan North, Chris Stark and Sian Welby launches on
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TEAM NEWS: Evatt's curt words spark debate over Charles and Baxter's fitness
IF Ian Evatt’s brief and rather pointed statement on the fitness of Nathan Baxter and Dion Charles is to be taken a face value – the pair will not be in the squad to face Stevenage. The Bolton boss did not waste any words when questioned about
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Plans for massive warehouse development close to Bolton Wanderers stadium
Plans have been submitted for a massive new warehouse close to the Bolton Wanderers stadium. The proposals would mean demolishing existing employment buildings on Mansell Way to create a single building with around 33,000sq/m of industrial floor
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You could be fined £100,000 if your smart doorbell is breaking the law - how to check
Millions of homeowners could be accidentally breaking the law, leaving them susceptible to fines of up to £100,000 or even criminal charges. Statistics show that nearly half of British homeowners have some form of surveillance system in place,
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Drivers warned they could face £1,000 DVLA fine because of their address
Drivers have been warned they may face £1,000 fines because of their address. Experts have warned that a little-known DVLA rule could leave motorists facing a hefty fine this year. Drivers must update their address on their licence, vehicle
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TSB Bank looking into issues with app and internet banking reported by customers
Customers have reported problems this morning (Thursday, March 28) with the TSB Bank app and its digital services. Account holders have taken to Downdetector to report issues with the TSB app and its online banking services. At around 8pm on
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Drivers warned of £5,000 for travelling with dogs in your car
Drivers could face fines of up to £5,000 if they travel with dogs in the car and breach the Highway Code. The code contains a rule that all pet owners should be aware of if they don’t want to be hit financially. The rule states that pets should
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Stevenage boss Evans is up there with League One's best managers - Evatt
Steve Evans should be considered as League One’s manager of the year. That’s the view of Ian Evatt, whose Wanderers side head to the Lamex Stadium on Good Friday hoping to get their automatic promotion chase back on track. Evans – a former
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Husband cleared of using 'African spiritual power' on wife
A husband accused of convincing his wife he could watch her using "spiritual power" has been cleared of coercive and controlling behaviour. Lukman Shonibare, 44, of Kings Road, Sale, allegedly told wife Lyndsay his powers meant he'd seen her smoking
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Bow Street under a foot of water after thunderstorm over Bolton
A sudden thunderstorm left Bow Street in Bolton impassable in the summer of 1951. The drains could not cope with the amount of water that fell leaving the street flooded with water more than a foot deep. This photo was taken the day after
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Interactive map of council tax increases as expert warns of hidden pitfalls
As households across the country receive their new, higher council tax bills, experts have warned of the potential repercussions of falling behind on payments. Nearly all local authorities overseeing social care in England are preparing to raise
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Whites top score for A&T on the short trip to Bury
Astley & Tyldesley Cycle Speedway Club made the short trip to Bury on Sunday for a North & Scotland League fixture. In the Division One match, A&T started brightly against the defending champions, trailing by just one point after heat six.
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Speculation on who will join Peaky Blinders cast after film confirmed
Among a heap of stars rumoured to be joining the cast of the famous Peaky Blinders, which once filmed in Bolton, here are the unlikely stars with the highest odds. As news of a film in the works has been confirmed, fans have been left wondering
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Lostock Athletic Club's Rachel is shining star at Grassmere
Lostocker Rachel Hancock competed in the Grasmere Duathlon last Saturday and had a fine race. This is a beautiful race in the Lakes in which takes athletes around Grasmere Village on paths and trails before riding around the roads towards Elterwater
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These are the 9 things going up in price in April amid 'National Price Hike day'
April 1 has been coined National Price Hike Day and for good reason as prices for everything from Council tax to Broadband bills are on the rise. Traditionally, governmental bodies and private companies increase the cost of goods and services
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Night terrors: Why defeat against Derby left Bolton boss Evatt unable to sleep
IAN Evatt admits has been getting sleepless nights over how to turn performances into points at Wanderers. After feeling defeat at Derby County was unjust before the international break, the Bolton boss was forced into a spot of soul searching
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Mystery surrounds the new business moving into Bolton shopping centre
Mystery surrounds the identity of the new business moving in Market Place Shopping Centre. Shoppers are desperate to find out what that "something is coming" in the unit which housed Market Place Emporium – and left wondering what is next for
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Heartbroken wife's beautiful tribute to most 'selfless, loving and giving person'
A grieving wife has paid tribute to the most ‘selfless, loving and giving’ person after he tragically lost his battle with bowel cancer. Andrew Grainger Nelson, from Edgworth, died on March 4, 2024, at the age of just 55, following two years of
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Open Air Bounce returns to Bolton this week with country's 'largest inflatable'
An outdoor inflatable park promising fun for all the family is set to return to Bolton this week. Open Air Bounce, based on Umberton Farm in Over Hulton, opens from Good Friday – with the attraction set to feature the ‘largest inflatable in the
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'Boundary pushing' scheme to take recreation ground into community ownership
A “boundary pushing” scheme could be set to bring a historic recreation ground into community ownership. This comes with Horwich Town Council having announced plans to apply for government funding to buy the RMI Recreation Ground off Ramsbottom
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Disbelief as rubbish dumped in Bolton's newest country park
Residents have been left in disbelief after a popular country park became the latest spot to be blighted by fly-tipping - given the tip is just 500 metres away. Rubbish was dumped in Cutacre, the site of Logistics North and the borough's newest
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Primary school flies the flag for Bolton and do the town proud
Real sports! The 23-strong team at Egerton Primary School which represented Bolton at this year's Greater Manchester Games Athletics Tournament. The pupils fought off competition from 25 other Bolton schools at the town championships in February
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New nursery opens with Paddington Bear themed ribbon cutting event
Everyone's favourite bear delighted youngsters at the opening of a new nursery in Bolton Little Gems Nursery has been opened by Clevelands Preparatory School on Chorley New Road, Heaton. There was a ribbon cutting event. Celebrations included
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World's a stage for students in Bolton
The world really is the stage for University of Bolton students, who are exploring global opportunities as they prepare to graduate. The university is running Euro tour 2024/graduate job campaign under the leadership of Uchenna Victor Moses, President
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Rivington Pigeon Tower opens to public to mark Easter time - this is when
One of Bolton’s most recognised landmarks will be opening tomorrow as part of Easter celebrations. The Rivington Heritage Trust, which manages the Rivington Pigeon Tower, will be opening the Pigeon Tower on Good Friday (March 29) between 10am and
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Blood donor appeal: More than 1,000 appointments to fill this Easter
Blood donors are being urged to fill available appointments over Easter and into April and May, by booking and sticking to their appointments at donor centres. According to the NHS, blood stocks are more likely to drop around public holidays like
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'There's no point being nervous!' Thomason says Wanderers' camp is calm
GEORGE Thomason says nerves are not an issue in the Wanderers camp. With seven games remaining and a crucial Easter double against Stevenage and Reading to come, fingernails are being bitten to the quick right across the fanbase. Thomason says
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Bolton theatre teams up with charitable website to help great cause
Bolton theatre the Octagon united with a charitable website to help raise funds for a great cause. The town centre venue teamed up with The Big Give to generate money for its Bridges Company programme. Bridges provides a "safe, inclusive space
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Recycling centre allowed to run around the clock
A Blackrod recycling centre is allowed to run around the clock after its application was approved by Bolton Council. J Dickinson and Sons asked the council to change conditions on its planning permission from more than 20 years ago. Currently
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School in Bolton provides a first class education - and that is official
A school in Bolton has been praised for providing a first class education, where children 'blossom socially and academically'. St Mary CE Primary School in Deane was rated outstanding by Ofsted inspectors, a grade which it has held since 2017.
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All the best places kids can eat for free this Easter in and around Bolton
Families, get ready! The Easter holidays are just around the corner, meaning time off for kids, Easter egg hunts and indulging in their favourite chocolate treats. But for parents and carers, entertaining – and feeding – children over the holidays
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'Joy, laughter and music' as families come together for Holi festival
Families and children of all ages joined together at one of Bolton’s most well-established temples to celebrate Holi, the Hindu festival of colour. They came to the Shree Kutch Satsang Swaminarayan Temple on Adelaide Street, just off St Helens
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Talented Bolton actress to appear on popular comedy show tonight
An award-winning Bolton actress and writer is set to take on a number of strange challenges from this evening (March 28) as she stars in the new series of Taskmaster. Alma’s Not Normal star, Sophie Willan, will be in the new series of the show
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Road to be closed for manhole repair works this Easter weekend
A Bolton road is set to be closed this Easter Bank Holiday weekend for manhole repair works. Eskrick Street in Halliwell will be closed on March 30 for approximately one day. The road closure will prohibit all traffic from proceeding on Eskrick
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Crowds gather as memorial unveiled in honour of the Navvies
Crowds gathered for the unveiling of a memorial to the men who built reservoirs near Bolton. The monument has been dedicated to the Navvies, the foot soldiers who did the grunt work in building the Rivington reservoir system between 1847 and 1875
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King Charles set to deliver a personal Easter message to the nation this weekend
King Charles is set to deliver a personal message to the nation this Easter. He will stress the importance of acts of friendship “especially in a time of need” in the wake of his and the Princess of Wales’ cancer diagnosis. Charles’ pre-recorded