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Man arrested after 'cannabis and knife found in stop and search'
Police say man has been arrested over drug matters after officers picked up a vehicle in Halliwell. Officers carried out a stop and search yesterday, police say. They found a large quantity of cannabis and a small blade. As well as this
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Child Benefit payments delayed as thousands of claimants left without money
Thousands of Child Benefit claimants have been left without payments this morning, HMRC has confirmed. The issues are a result of a problem with the system that sends the cash directly into claimants’ bank accounts. The benefit, claimed by
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Motorway leading to airport to be closed for works
Roadworks on carriageways heading towards Manchester Airport will begin next month. Resurfacing of slip roads and replacement of markings will take place on the M56 between Junction 5 and 6. As a result some full road closures will be put in
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The exercise that 'will increase your chances of living into your 90s and 100s'
Dan Buettner has shared that gardening as an exercise could increase your chances of living into your 90s and 100s. The author and National Geographic fellow shared on Instagram that "gardening is much better than joining any gym". The explorer
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Bolton town centre bank branch destroyed and covered in paint - what we know so far
A town centre bank has been heavily damaged and daubed with red paint as part of a wave of Pro-Palestinian protest action against the bank. Pictures showed how the Barclays Bolton branch, on Market Street, was left with shattered windows after
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How Bolton fans can watch England's Euro games in the Fan Zone
The Fan Zone at the Toughsheet Community Stadium will be open for England’s Euro matches, Wanderers have confirmed. Gareth Southgate’s men are aiming to go one step further than their penalty shoot-out heartbreak against Italy in the final three
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These are the foods you should avoid that are bad for your cholesterol
If you have high cholesterol or you're just conscious of your diet, these are the foods you should avoid. We might need Cholesterol for our bodies to function properly but having too much of the fatty substance can cause a build-up in our blood
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Fancy some free crisps? Aldi has the dream job for you - here's how to apply
Fancy some free crisps? Well does Aldi have the dream job for you? The supermarket giant is on the hunt for its first ever 'crisp taster' - a role which will involve sampling a selection of Aldi’s most popular crisps from the comfort of your own
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League One rivals sold to Scandinavian consortium
Burton Albion have been taken over by a Scandinavian consortium ahead of the 2024/25 League One campaign, the club has confirmed. The EFL has cleared the sale to Nordic Football Group (NFG), which sees Ole Jakob Strandhagen appointed as chairman
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Group behind attack on Barclays Bank release statement as cordon extended
Palestine Action activists have released a statement after Barclays Bank in Bolton town centre was targeted in the early hours. A police cordon remains in place around the bank after windows were smashed and paint was thrown at the building.
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'No place for this type of criminality in Bolton' council leader after bank targeted
The leader of Bolton Council has said there is "no place" for vandalism in the town as Barclays bank was targeted. People heading to work in the town centre this morning were shocked to find glass had been smashed all over the business and red
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Constance Marten baby death jury trial given majority direction
A jury in the trial of fugitive mother Constance Marten has been given a majority direction. Wealthy aristocrat Marten, 37, and her partner Mark Gordon, 49, are charged over the death of their daughter Victoria, who died after they went off-grid
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FANS' VIEW: Big-game players prove their worth for Real
In dire need of some football therapy after the traumatic events of a fortnight ago, and in the spirit of when you fall off your bike, the best thing is to get straight back on it, I made my way to Wembley to watch another team in yellow take on another
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Exact time of day you shouldn't charge your phone (if you want to save on bills)
The exact time of day to stop charging your phone to save on your energy bills has been revealed. It's a challenging time with many households across the country looking for creative ways to save money and cut down their spending. Whether
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Armed police called after crash involving wild animal
Armed police were mobilised to a country lane after a crash involving a deer. The collision happened yesterday (Sunday, June 2) morning, with officers were seen on George’s Lane in Horwich at around 10.30am. Eyewitnesses reported seeing four
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Sturridge goal sparks pitch invasion at high profile charity game
Former Wanderers favourite Daniel Sturridge still knows where the net is. Sturridge played in a charity game at Selhurst Park over the weekend, which has been watched by more than 5.5million people on YouTube. The 34-year-old scored a late
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Vernon Kay to join Pet Shop Boys at Lancashire festival this year – full details
The line-up of a Preston festival has been announced with Sting and the Pet Shop Boys set to headline. Radio 2 in the Park is set to take place at Moor Park from September, on Friday 6, until Sunday, September 8. Details were announced by Zoe
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Bank issues statement after Bolton town centre branch targeted in early hours
A town centre bank has issued a statement after its windows were smashed and paint was daubed on the wall and thrown inside the premises, which is believed to be linked to the ongoing Middle Eastern conflict. Barclays in Bolton town centre on Market
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Author behind hit gripping drama filmed in Bolton praises the Queen
Bestselling author Harlan Coben has commended the Queen and the Queen’s Reading Room charity for their approach to encouraging people to read. American Coben, 62, who has more than 80 million books in print worldwide, is famous for novels including
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Motorcyclist, in 50s, left with serious injuries after motorway crash
Police are appealing for information after a collision on the M6 motorway left a motorbike rider with serious injuries. The crash happened at just after 6.30pm on Saturday, June 1, when a Triumph Tiger 1050 motorcycle travelling north left the
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A major change to banknotes is being introduced this week
Brits have been told to keep an eye out for a major change to the banknotes they receive from this week. Notes carrying the portrait of King Charles III will be issued for the first time on June 5, the Bank of England confirmed. The portrait
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What is motor neurone disease? Everything you need to know
Motor neurone disease is a well-known but uncommon condition that affects the brain and nerves. A number of famous people have been diagnosed with this such as the late Rugby League legend Rob Burrow and Scottish Rugby Union player Doddie Weir.
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Universal Credit £470 increase for many claimants this month
Thousands of Universal Credit claimants are set to see their payments increase this month. Millions of benefit recipients, including a number on Universal Credit, saw their payments increase by 6.7 per cent in April. The increase was announced
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Radio station dedicated to Taylor Swift launches across the UK - how to listen
Capital has launched a 24/7 pop up radio station dedicated to Taylor Swift ahead of the UK leg of her Eras Tour. Swift's first performance as part of her Eras Tour in the UK will be in Edinburgh on Friday (June 7), before she heads to locations
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RECAP: Bolton town centre bank cordoned off as police on scene
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UPDATES: Bolton town centre bank cordoned off as police investigate
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Burnden Tri will cater for those looking for more than running
Burnden Road Runners have expanded into the world of triathlon with the introduction of the ‘Burnden Tri’ team. Often a popular challenge for members, Burnden athletes can now enter events under ‘Burnden Tri’ which is affiliated and official with
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Campaign to install defibrillator in beauty spot after young father dies on walk
A campaign has been launched to install a defibrillator after a father died at a Bolton beauty spot on a family walk. Ketan Patel was only 45 when he died on May 11 this year. He had been on a walk up Rivington Pike with his wife, Nita, and
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Bolton SMEs urged to apply for grant to make energy efficiency improvements
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Bolton are being urged to apply for a new grant to make energy efficiency improvement projects. The grant of up to £5,000 is on offer from Green Economy, which has been commissioned by Greater Manchester
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Police helicopter scrambled after driver reaches speeds of 70mph in residential area
A police helicopter was scrambled to help detain a Bolton driver who sped away from the officers. Dane Blears was spotted by police in a Vauxhall Astra. Bolton Magistrates Court heard he was seen going at 40pmh in a 30pm zone on St George’s
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Defibrillators are 'very important' says campaigner after death of man
The importance of defibrillators has been raised after a man died while on a walk with his family. Ketan Patel was only 45 when he died on May 11 this year. He had been on a walk up Rivington Pike with his wife, Nita, and their eight-year-old
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Homebuilder shortlisted for award after Bolton development
A homebuilder has been shortlisted for a prestigious award after a big development in Bolton. Northstone is shortlisted for the Cowgills North West Homebuilder Award, after making the final in the ‘Larger Housing Scheme of the Year’ category.
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Bolton's £20M fund to transform town centre 'not yet signed off' as election looms
Around £20M worth of funding to transform Bolton town centre has yet to be signed off before the election. In November last year, Bolton was granted the money by the government as part of the latest round of Levelling Up funding last November.
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Parks, road junction and CCTV 'priorities' set in return for control of council
A range of regeneration, CCTV and roads projects could be made possible after a deal was struck on the leadership of Bolton Council. This comes after the Horwich and Blackrod First Independents agreed to support Labour leader Cllr Nick Peel in
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Historic village pub dating back to 17th century up for sale
A historic village pub in Edgworth has gone up for sale. The well-known Rose and Crown in Edgworth has been listed on Zoopla and Rightmove. The pub also includes a restaurant and a bed and breakfast. A sign outside the pub states that prospective
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Air hostess unable to work in dream job after breaking leg during nightmare flight
AN air hostess left unable to do her dream job after breaking her leg in seven places during severe turbulence has won a six-figure payout. Eden Garrity, 31, was pushing a trolley as the Thomas Cook flight from Cuba to Manchester entered a violent
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Fantastic early photo shows sheer scale of Bolton Market Hall
This remarkable, if slightly battered, photo gives us a glimpse inside Bolton’s magnificent market hall at the end of the nineteenth century. Taken in 1895, you can see what an impressive structure it was. Built in 1855, the market hall
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'I was lucky to have him' Heartbreak after young father dies on family walk
Tributes have been paid to a Bolton father and husband after he died on a family walk last month. Ketan Patel, from Westhougton, died on May 11 this year, aged only 45. He had been on a walk-up Rivington Pike with his wife, Nita, and their
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Wanderers must use play-off pain as 'fuel', says Per Frandsen
Per Frandsen knows how it feels to lose a play-off final with Wanderers – and says the team have to use their pain as “fuel” to go one step further next season. Frandsen was part of the squad that were 90 minutes away from the top flight in 1999