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The cavalry is coming: Evatt confirms comeback plan for Charles and Baxter
DION Charles and Nathan Baxter could be back in action for Wanderers by next weekend’s game at Bristol Rovers, Ian Evatt has confirmed. Speaking after the 0-0 draw at Stevenage, the Bolton boss confirmed that his top-scorer Charles had aggravated
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'The numbers are phenomenal' - organisers respond to 'Dave Day' plans
The organisers of a national bike ride in memory of Dave Myers have spoken about the 'phenomenal' response to plans. Thousands of motorbike riders are set to travel from London to Barrow on June 8 to celebrate the life of the beloved TV chef and
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Stevenage boss Evans bemoans decision during Bolton stalemate
Stevenage boss Steve Evans felt Eoin Toal was fortunate not to be sent off during his side's goalless draw against Wanderers. Jamie Reid thought he had been fouled by the Northern Irish defender as he was bearing down on goal in the second half
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MATCH REACTION: Ian Evatt gives his view on Bolton's 0-0 draw at Stevenage
IAN Evatt admitted his side looked “petrified” as they took only a point from their trip to Stevenage. A goalless draw at the Lamex Stadium felt unfulfilling as Bolton struggled to break down their hosts in the second half, leaving a packed-out
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Manchester Pride 2024 lineup including Jessie J and Eurovision winner Loreen
Manchester Pride Festival will return this summer and event organisers have announced the lineup for this year’s Gay Village Party. The likes of multi-platinum-selling artist Jessie J and two-time Eurovision winner Loreen are performing in August
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Bolton teachers back strike action over pay and 'the crisis in education'
Teachers in Bolton who are members of the National Education Union (NEU) have voted overwhelmingly in favour of strike action in a national indicative ballot over pay and school funding. A total of 90.3 per cent of NEU members in Bolton voted "
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First look at 'final episode' of Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway on ITV
Fans have been given their first look at what could be the last ever episode of Ant and Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway which the pair have said will be "the party to end all parties". The 20th series of Saturday Night Takeaway is set to conclude
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How to apply for Gladiators as BBC confirms second series
Gladiators returned to our screens following a reboot of the original series and with the first new series coming to an end this weekend, the BBC is searching for more contestants for series two. Father and son duo The Chase’s Bradley Walsh and
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Experts share 5-minute passport check everyone should do before travelling
When booking a holiday, there’s plenty of things to remember like your passport and travel insurance but there’s one thing you should do that might need bumping up your priority list. While you’ll probably remember to pack your passport in your
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MATCH REPORT: Wanderers take a point but it's not enough in promotion heat
UNDER normal circumstances a hard-earned point but with the margin for error so tight a stalemate at Stevenage did not represent an especially Good Friday for Wanderers. Though there were defeats for Barnsley and Peterborough United, Derby County
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The model of cars being 'particularly' targeted by thieves - using this method
Bolton police have named the model of cars 'being particularly targeted by thieves' Keyless cars, including BMW, Fords, Fiats and Mercedes Sprinters are being targeted by thieves say police as they shared crime prevention advice. They say the
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UPDATES - Motorists facing hour long delays after crash
4:28pm Lancashire Police said the collision was a minor road traffic accident and would not comment any further. That
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Good Friday Easter hike attracts hundreds of visitors
Families gathered a Rivington this morning to take part in the annual Good Friday hike. Although skies were grey, spirits were still high as people hiked their way up to the Pigeon Tower and the Pike. The Good Friday hike takes place every
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Two men due to appear in court following a firearms discharge
Two men have been charged after a firearms discharge at an address in Bolton. Police were called to Mercia Street, Bolton, on Thursday 21 March 2024. Levi Cull, 27, of Normanby Street, Bolton, has been charged with, threats to kill, attempted
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Stevenage 0-0 Bolton Wanderers - as it happened
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Mystery surrounds sudden closure of popular community pub now boarded up
Mystery surrounds the closure of a pub which has been boarded up just days after it was announced it was closing temporarily. It was posted on the pub's Facebook page The Moss Rose Pub in Kearsley on March 27 that the pub was closing for a period
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Police name man killed on motorway as they continue to probe circumstances of crash
POLICE investigating the death of a man in a collision on the M62 have issued an appeal to identify people he may have been in prior contact with. West Yorkshire Police’s Major Collision and Enquiry Team is continuing to appeal for information
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Congestion and delays on region's motorways as people head north for Easter
People thinking of getting away for the Easter bank holiday weekend may want to reconsider what time they set off today, as Lancashire's motorways are already congested. At 11am on Good Friday (March 29) both the AA traffic website and National
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Parents warned to expect fines dropping through their letterbox after complaints
Parents picking up their children from school are being warned they could be fined if they park dangerously following complaints. Greater Manchester Police's Bolton South Neighbourhood Team staged an online question and answer session, giving local
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Starbucks to open 100 new UK stores in 2024 - location of the first 19 revealed
Starbucks is set to open another 100 new stores across the UK in 2024 and has revealed the location of the first 19 sites. The world-wide coffee chain has announced plans to expand on its already 1,169 stores across the UK, according to The Mirror
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Funny moment mischievous Oldham pup gets dog food can 'stuck on head'
A young pup appears to be following in his mum's footsteps after he got a can of dog food stuck on his head. Crumpet, a two-year-old Zuchon dog, hit headlines recently after her owner found her "covered in sugar puffs". Her owner, Heather Hunt
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Takeaway issues warning after ‘customer stole food’ using Just Eat 'loophole'
A takeaway in Darwen has warned other businesses about fears of a potential scam, after a Just Eat customer reportedly 'stole' around £25 worth of food from the business. Just East said incidents like this are rare, adding that it is "absolutely
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Photo rules you need to follow when applying for a new UK passport
It’s the time of year that many of us start to get organised for going away on holiday with family and friends. Holidaymakers will need to check their passports are still valid before jetting off this summer and if you need a new one, make sure
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Beyond Paradise among shows affected by Easter TV schedule shake up on BBC
A number of Friday night TV shows including Beyond Paradise are set to be impacted by an Easter schedule shake up on BBC One tonight (March 29). Season two of the Death in Paradise spin-off, Beyond Paradise, began last Friday (March 22) with the
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Bolton bin collection and recycling centre opening times for Easter Holiday
Councils have announced their plans for rubbish collections and recycling centre opening times over the Easter bank holiday weekend. With Good Friday and Easter Monday upon us, changes to waste and recycling pick up schedules are sometimes made.
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Chase as police continue their crackdown to make Bolton's roads safer
Police clocked motorists breaking the speed limit during the latest roadside checks on some of Bolton accident hotspots. Officers were monitoring speed on Moss Bank Way and Chorley New Road, where there have been a number of accidents recently,
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This is the best temperature for your house to be set at this Spring
An expert has explained what the best temperature to set your house at is over the Spring months. We're beginning to leave winter ( and hopefully its freezing temperatures) behind us which means many of us will be turning off our heating to save
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'Once in a lifetime' bright star to be visible in skies above Bolton this weekend
An extremely rare phenomenon could be seen this weekend in the skies above Bolton. A celestial dance between two stars around 3,000 light years away will result in an outburst so bright it could be seen by the naked eye for several days, astronomers
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Could you pass the British Citizenship Test? Take the quiz to find out
Britain is the "country of Shakespeare, Churchill, The Beatles, Sean Connery, Harry Potter, David Beckham’s right foot, David Beckham’s left foot, come to that" - but how well do you know the UK? If you were born in Britain, you might feel fairly
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Daisy boss Hill is relishing Easter derby clash with Atherton LR
Daisy Hill will be looking to bounce back from the disappointment of a home defeat against South Liverpool last weekend, when they host Atherton LR in a derby clash at the Plumb Factory Stadium on Easter Monday (3pm). LR make the short trip looking
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How to claim free crumpets at Morrisons during the holidays by using 3 words
Morrisons has teamed up with Warburtons to give away free crumpets to customers during the holidays and all they have to do is mention three simple words. Warburtons, in partnership with Morrisons, has launched its latest 'Ask for Ellen' campaign
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Police make second arrest and given extra powers after horrific stabbing
Police have made another arrest following a stabbing which left a teenager with serious injuries - and officers have been given extra stop and search powers following the attack. An 18-year-old has been taken into police custody following the arrest
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Easter panto for all the family to enjoy this holiday season
A new 'eggs-citing' production is coming to Bolton this Easter — oh yes it is! SS Simon and Jude Amateur Dramatics Society is staging Humpty Dumpty for all the family to enjoy after finding a new home after a devastating fire destroyed a primary
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Annual Ladies Lunch to return with entertainment and shopping
An annual ladies lunch is returning to the borough raising vital funds for a Bolton domestic abuse charity. Tickets are now on sale for Fortalice’s annual Ladies Lunch fundraising event taking place on Thursday June 13. Held at The Hawthorns
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Historic hall to reopen with 'eggs-citing' line up of events
An 'eggs-citing' line-up of events has been announced to celebrate the reopening of Turton Tower after the winter and just in time for Easter. The tower reopened on Wednesday. Events lined up include Silver School of Arms sword fencing displays
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Bolton's housing crisis laid bare as more than 1,200 people chase just 40 new homes
Well over 1,000 people are chasing just 40 new homes in Bolton amid a worsening “national housing crisis". The shocking revelation comes as the Blenheim Avenue development in Breightmet, made up of 16 houses and a three-storey block of 24 flats
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'I was drinking two to three bottles of wine a day' - woman's battle with alcohol
A Bolton woman who conquered her alcoholism with the help of exercise is now offering free fitness sessions for others struggling with problems. Lisa Harrop, a mother of three, suffered from depression caused by the peri-menopause around 2010 and
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'It's all down to us now' - Evatt urges Wanderers to take charge of destiny
WANDERERS go into a crucial Easter weekend with a clear message from Ian Evatt: “Make your own luck!” There has been an undeniable feeling of injustice around the Toughsheet Stadium in recent weeks that recent performances have not been reflected
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Extension and new porch on the menu for moorland village eaterie
A moorland village restaurant and bar is to be extended and enhanced with a new porch and outside seating area. Haziz Berisha has been granted planning permission for the additions to the San Marino Bar Restaurant on Belmont Road, Belmont.
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DIY store's opening times over Easter weekend
A home improvement retailer has revealed its store opening times over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend. Luckily, for those who plan to spend their weekend DIYing, Wickes, which is located at Bolton Shopping Park on Trinity Street, will be open to
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Bolton's Easter weekend weather forecast by The Met Office
Whether you are going for a pub lunch or for a lovely family walk this Easter, you will want to know what the weather will be in Bolton. According to the Met Office, Bolton is set to be ‘breezy with sunny spells’ with a chance of ‘heavy showers
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Ian Evatt challenges Wanderers to start shaping their future at Stevenage
Controversy, conspiracy, high tension and drama – all rather par for the course as Wanderers go into their 52nd game of the season at Stevenage looking to win a four-club scramble for second spot. Unless league leaders Portsmouth suffer a collapse
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Celebrating the very best of Bolton in a new ceremony
Eight very special citizens of Bolton were recognised at a special awards ceremony. The inaugural 2023 Faith Based Civility Bolton Honours Lists took place this month at Bolton Town Hall. The awards are designed to celebrate those who have
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Opening times for the Trafford Centre this Easter bank holiday weekend
Are you planning a shopping trip this Easter? If you’re heading out and about for a mooch around the Trafford Centre, you’ll need to know the opening times to avoid disappointment. The shopping centre in Manchester can be visited across the Easter
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Advice issued on accessing NHS services in Bolton during Easter
NHS services across the borough are reminding people how they can access urgent care over the Easter weekend. According to Bolton NHS Foundation Trust, the bank holiday weekend traditionally sees an increase in the number of people attending hospital
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Council leader defends council tax rises despite it being 'unfair tax'
The leader of Bolton Council has justified the rates of council tax paid by people in the borough - but admitted it is an unfair tax. New figures released show that the average rate of Band D council tax which will be paid in 2024/25 by people
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Popular adventure golf course teams up to help youngsters
A Bolton based organisation has teamed up with Manchester’s largest adventure golf course to make a difference to young children’s mental health. Dino Falls Adventure Golf and Mini Minds Matter have come together in a bid to promote mental wellness
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Councillor takes action after fence installed without planning permission
A councillor who built a fence without planning permission said it is no longer a problem after he cut it down to less than a metre. Nadeem Ayub built the fence without planning permission at his house on Lowther Street in Great Lever in the last
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Town centre pub with a family feel and a great range of ales and food
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 one of the managers at the Spinning Mule – JD Wetherspoon to see find out more about
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The Bolton schools set to receive much needed cash injection
Four Bolton schools are in line for important investment to tackle issues ranging from their roofs to the safety of staff and students. The Department for Education announced the allocation of its Condition Improvement Fund (CIF) for almost 120
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Growing delays and congestion on local 'A' roads across the borough
Drivers in Bolton experienced growing delays on local A roads last year, new figures show. It comes as motorists across England encountered more congestion than ever on the strategic road network, which includes local and major A roads - which
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Egg-cellent Easter events taking place across Bolton this weekend
With just a few days left until Easter, businesses and parks across the borough are getting ready to put on egg-citing activities and events this weekend. From Easter egg hunts to feeding baby animals, Boltonians really are spoilt for choice this
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Pharmacy opening times over the Bank Holiday weekend
With the Easter Bank Holiday weekend just around the corner, we will all be hoping to be in good health. But if residents across the borough find themselves feeling poorly there is still help at hand as some pharmacies will be open. According
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Putting practice in heels at Dunscar Golf Club in 1930
This great old photo from the archive shows lady members at Dunscar Golf Club getting in some putting practice in front of the clubhouse. The photo dates to June 1930, as reflected in the fashions of the golfers. We’re not sure how happy