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Boggart Hole Clough police scene will remain amid murder investigation
Officers have confirmed that Boggart Hole Clough will remain as a police scene over the bank holiday weekend as they continue with a murder investigation of a 67-year-old man. Stuart Everett is believed to have died in Salford at the end of March
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'An honour' - Declan John sends parting message to Wanderers fans
Declan John says it has been “an honour” to play for Wanderers after his exit from the club was confirmed. The Welshman is one of three senior players leaving the Toughsheet Community Stadium this summer along with Jon Dadi Bodvarsson and Cameron
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'Talk is cheap' - New Huddersfield boss Duff makes League One claim
New Huddersfield boss Michael Duff insists getting out of League One will not be easy and warned his players they cannot afford “entitlement” next season. Duff took charge at the John Smith’s Stadium following the Terriers’ relegation from the
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How do I register for a postal vote ahead of the 2024 General Election?
With a General Election only six weeks away, many across the UK will be looking to make sure they have everything they need before heading to the polls. With the election taking place in July, a lot of voters will have summer holidays booked and
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Millions of Tesco shoppers issued one-week warning before they lose out
Tesco shoppers have been issued a one-week warning before they miss out on a share of £17m worth of Clubcard vouchers. The supermarket giant is alerting Clubcard customers that almost £17m worth of vouchers are due to expire at the end of May.
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Energy bills set to fall as Ofgem lowers price cap - how much you could save
The average household energy bill will fall by 7 per cent from July after Ofgem announced it was lowering its energy price cap in response to lower wholesale prices. The regulator announced it was dropping its price cap from £1,690 to £1,568 for
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Brits over £100 out of pocket each year due to short measured beer and wine at pubs
More than two-thirds of beer and wine served in UK pubs and bars are being short-measured, a survey has revealed, costing punters more than £100 a year. There's nothing better than sitting back in your favourite bar or pub and enjoying a pint or
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Major food importer issues recall and 'do not eat' warning due to risk of meningitis
Lituanica UK Ltd, one of the largest European food importer and distributor in the UK and Ireland, has been forced to issue a recall after listeria monocytogenes was found in one of its products. Lituanica UK Ltd has recalled its Daivida Rokiskio
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Transcript: Emergency calls made as man lay dying after routine check-up
A Bolton Coroners Court inquest heard how a man lay dying and ‘turned blue’ as a radiographer struggled to get help. David Horsman suffered from multiple organ failure after having an anaphylactic shock during a regular CT scan at a mobile unit
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Rare 50p coin sells for £225 on eBay with a Manchester seller cashing in
Have you ever collected coins? Maybe you’ve got a stash you still add to or one you’ve forgotten about. If you know you’ve got some 50p coins in particular, you might want to check them as one has sold for £225 with a seller in Manchester making
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Bury's first food and drink festival underway and is proving to be a real treat
Bury’s first Food and Drink Festival is proving to be a treat for the tastebuds, and if the proof of the pudding was in the eating, then it certainly cut the mustard. The fact that so many store holders travelled to be there suggested a healthy
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Why independent regulator has been paused after Bolton backing
Plans for an independent football regulator have been put on pause due to the upcoming general election. Tracey Crouch MP, who oversaw the fan-led review that established the football governance bill, has said it will not progress further in the
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Preparation is underway in the town centre for 2-day festival
Preparations are officially underway in the town centre as Bolton Pride is set to return to the borough this weekend. The festival will be taking place on Saturday and Sunday, May 25 and 26, with hundreds expected to flock to the centre to celebrate
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Delays cleared after earlier incident involving overturned car
A busy roundabout lane was closed off this morning and there were long delays after a car overturned. Emergency services were called at around 6.30am this morning to reports of a car which had overturned after hitting the railings on the roundabout
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League One round-up: Friday's transfer rumours, news and gossip
Another League One season is in the books and the rumour mill is already in full swing. Many clubs are looking to bolster their squads over the summer, while others will be hoping to keep hold of their prized assets. There are also plenty of
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UPDATES: Delays after car overturns on busy roundabout
11:53am We will be closing the live blog here, for up to date information on this morning's incident, read more here:
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Hat-trick of victories for A&T on Humberside against Hull
Astley and Tyldesley Cycle Speedway Club made it a hat-trick of wins in the North and Scotland League fixture at Hull last Sunday afternoon. It was a hot and sunny day, with track conditions tricky, as it quickly dried out after each bout of watering
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Readey’s magnificent seven has Pryle believing at Blackrod
Captain Joey Pryle described seven-wicket star Matthew Readey as Blackrod’s very own Stuart Broad and now wants his side to build on last Saturday’s incredible win against Little Lever and go and secure some silverware. New-ball seamer Readey returned
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Expert warns UK households are unintentionally attracting mutant super rats
Rats in your home or garden are less than ideal but dealing with a 22-inch giant rat is the stuff of nightmares for many. In recent years, mutant super rats have been reported across the UK with their presence causing “savage attacks, unsanitary
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Company vows to work with council to overcome planning dispute
The managing director of a business attempting to gain permission to use a building for "industrial purposes" and to transform areas of their site has said they will work with the council to overcome the issue. Mansell Building Solutions wants
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From Hans Zimmer to Andrea Bocelli - choir working with greats to perform at church
A choir which has performed with Hans Zimmer and Andrea Bocelli is coming to Bolton for a summer concert. Manchester Chamber Choir will perform its summer concert, There is a Country, at Bolton Parish Church at 7.30pm on Saturday, (May 25).
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Bolton Pride to feature free film screening on 'true story of solidarity'
The town’s biggest trade union branch will be marking a special anniversary with a free film screening as it celebrates Bolton Pride this year. The yearly festival, which celebrates the fight for LGBT+ equality, will coincide this year with the
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'Pawfect' time had by all as popular event returned to historic estate
A simply 'pawfect' day was had by all at Smithills Hall. Four-legged friends took centre stage as the popular dog show returned for another year. Families were out in force with their 'best friend' enjoying the sunshine and having fun taking
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'Significant confusion' as more than 3 calls made for help as man lay dying
More than three calls for help were made to a Royal Bolton Hospital call operator as a man lay dying suffering from an anaphylactic shock during a routine check up in a CT van in the grounds of the hospital. David Horsman suffered from multiple
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Chocks away! Model aircraft enthusiasts get cleared for take off on farmland
Model aircraft enthusiasts will be allowed to continue using a two-acre plot of farmland in a green belt area of Tyldesley to fly their planes. Planning officers have given the go-ahead for Tyldesley Model Flying Club to use the grade II agricultural
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'It felt exactly like the semi-final' - Kevin Davies on Bolton's Wembley no-show
WANDERERS’ Wembley capitulation in the play-off final brought some terrible memories flooding back for Kevin Davies. Captain of the side humbled 5-0 by Stoke City in the FA Cup semi-final of 2011, some of the sights and sounds of last weekend’s
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The Sad Buff Podcast presents: If you didn't laugh, you'd cry!
LEAVING aside the usual jokes and banter, we've got something serious to talk about on The Buff this week. Wanderers' poor show at Wembley means another year in League One and some big decisions to be made by everyone at the Toughsheet Stadium.
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Outdoor inflatable park open for the bank holiday with an extra treat for youngsters
An inflatable outdoor park will be welcoming families this bank holiday. Open Air Bounce will be open throughout the bank holiday weekend from 11am and 2.30pm, with two sessions. The park has more than 15 different bouncy castles as well as
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Braving the rain to tackle unwelcome species to improve a notable Bolton beauty spot
A band of public-spirited volunteers braved the rain to help improve one of Bolton’s notable beauty spots by rooting out an unwelcome plant from the Himalayas. Despite Thursday’s bad weather, they turned out for Forestry England’s Big Balsam Bash
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Row as Tory Group leader removed from committee after highlighting 'missing cash'
The Conservative Group has criticised what it calls a culture of secrecy at Bolton Council after its leader was removed as the chair of a crucial committee. Cllr Martyn Cox was removed as the chair of the audit committee and was replaced by Cllr
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Frustration as roadworks cause delays near schools for children sitting exams
Frustrated parents have hit out at roadworks causing delays near three schools where pupils are sitting their GCSEs. Roadworks nearby to Turton School, Canon Slade High School and Thornleigh Salesian College have led to delays for motorists heading
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Concerns raised as GP surgery shuts for the 'forseeable future'
A GP practice has been forced to shut after a 'major leak'. Ladybridge Surgery shut yesterday leaving patients concerned about their appointments and prescriptions. It will be shut for the foreseeable future. The surgery, on Broadgate
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Warnings 1,000s more lorries could be on roads as industrial site 'developed rapidly'
A major new industrial development could mean thousands more vehicles on the roads in the years ahead, campaigners have warned. This comes with work getting under way at the west of Wingates site in Westhoughton aimed at creating a hugely expanded
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Haylie Jones' home debut features a play of two different halves at the Octagon
Haylie Jones is most certainly playing at home when she dons her England strip for a new play, Testmatch, which is currently at Bolton’s Octagon Theatre. A former member of the Octagon’s Youth Theatre, Haylie still lives in the town and is excited
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Finalists revealed for Bolton News Readers' Pub of the year - how to vote
The six finalists have been revealed for the title of Bolton News Readers' Pub of the Year. We asked you to nominate your favourite pub in and around Bolton and from the many responses we received we have created the shortlist of those hoping to
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Rolling road closures to be in place this weekend for parade
Several roads are to be closed this weekend whilst the Bolton Pride parade takes place. The festival is returning to the town this weekend and whilst the parade takes place some streets in and around the town centre will need to be closed.
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Bolton walking footballers represent England at World Championships
Bolton was well represented at the walking football World Championships in Chesterfield. The event, which took place at the SMH Group Stadium last weekend, saw players from around the world competing in their respective age categories. There
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Best fish and chip shops in and around Bolton according to locals
Whether you like yours with a dollop of tomato sauce or soaked in vinegar, fish and chips remains a popular meal for Brits. Bolton and its surrounding areas have plenty of places to get a chippy tea and we asked Bolton News readers on Facebook