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Documentary airs into fatal crash and double life of Wanderers footballer
A documentary into the devastating death of a former Bolton Wanderers footballer who died in a head-on crash has aired on Netflix. In the new hour-long episode, the wife of Jlloyd Samuel, who played 78 games for the Whites between 2007 and 2011
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Who do you call for injured birds in the UK? What to do if you find one near you
We have all probably come across an injured bird at some point or another, whether on a walk with your dog or when pottering in your garden. Some may have even experienced a bird flying into their window (on many occasions). But if you find
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Family pay tribute to 'our brother's smile' after death of man in suspected stabbing
The family of a man who died in Bolton after police were called to a suspected stabbing have paid tribute to “our brother’s smile". Michael McCann, 35, died over last weekend after officers were called to a stabbing at Back Bradford Street, the
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Tributes to former footballer after death with dementia aged 62
There are tributes to a former footballer described as "the ultimate utility player" after he died with dementia at the age of 62. Barry Butler died this week according to announcements on social media by Atherton Laburnum Rovers FC and Chester
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This 'number one' snack could boost your life expectancy by 2 years
Dan Buettner has named the 'number one' snack we should be eating every day which could increase our life expectancy by two years. The New York Times author, 63, recently took to Instagram urging people to eat the longevity snack since its increased
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Woman fighting for life in hospital after being struck by car
A woman is fighting for her life after being struck by a car in Farnworth yesterday, Tuesday. Emergency services were called at around 4.30pm after a collision between a vehicle and a 43-year-old pedestrian on Norris Street, just off Albert Road
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Smith’s in the wickets and runs in Farnworth victory
Rain affected many of the latest T20 matches in the Anthony Axford North West Cricket League last Friday. Earby won the toss in their tie and elected to field as Barrowford posted a total of 106-9. Ather Waheed top scored with 28 and there was
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Little Lever flying the flag for the NWCL in Lancs Knockout
Little Lever will travel to Prestwich on June 30 June in the quarter-final of the Lancs KO having defeated Littleborough of the Lancashire League in the second round. Littleborough batted first, and 19 runs from top scorer Zac Perrin took them
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How to 'Bolton Wanderers' your Euro 2024 viewing experience
IT has been a decade since Wanderers last had a player at a major summer international tournament – but we are not going to let that ruin the Euros! Not since Chung-Yong Lee pulled on a South Korea shirt in the 2014 World Cup in Brazil have Bolton
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Burglary hotspots revealed as police give advice on keeping homes safe
Police have been giving advice about how to prevent burglaries – as hotspot areas for the crime in the north of Bolton have been revealed. In May there were 69 residential burglaries in this area and there were also 65 vehicle crimes. Read
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Baby boy 'will forever be in our hearts', mum says after tragic death at home
A mum says her baby boy "will forever be in our hearts" following his tragic death, an inquest has heard. Two-month-old Blake Robert Thompson Hughes was at home with his parents, Billy Hughes and Jessica Thompson, on April 2 last year when tragedy
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More than 50 cases of contagious parasite in Bolton’s care homes
There have been dozens of cases of a contagious parasite in Bolton’s care homes over the last three years, newly released data shows. In data obtained under the Freedom of Information Act, 11 outbreaks of scabies in Bolton’s care homes have been
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Royal Bolton Hospital thank team of volunteers for Ramadan support
Royal Bolton Hospital has thanked a team of volunteers who helped hundreds of staff celebrate Ramadan. Throughout the Islamic holy month, Hospital Iftars gave up their time to deliver 1,000 hot and cold free meals to support those breaking their
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Porsche hosts ride and drive event in exciting new electric car range launch
Porsche Centre Bolton has hosted an action-packed launch of the firm's new high performance electric car. During a ride and drive event on Saturday, June 8, associates at Porsche Bolton invited new and existing customers for test drives in the
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Family run award-winning pub goes up for sale with £1.1million asking price
A much-loved award-winning family pub in Bolton has gone up for sale. Bob's Smithy Inn on Chorley Old Road beyond Doffcocker on the way out of town will have new owners. The pub has gone up for sale and has been listed with business advertising
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Candidate who thinks Bolton is 'best town in country' to stand for election
A man who thinks Bolton is the “best town in the country” has put his hat into the ring of one of the town’s constituencies for the General Election. John Partington, who has a background working with children with special needs, will run as an
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Store failed in fresh attempt to gain alcohol licence after illicit cigarettes found
A store in Bolton has failed once again to regain a licence to sell alcohol – because the council believed there was a connection between the applicant and the previous owner. Farnworth Mini Market on Higher Market Street lost its permission to
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Town gathers 'in awe of sacrifice' of 80th anniversary of D-Day landings
A solemn service was held last week as town residents and dignitaries gathered to remember the soldiers, sailors and airmen of D-Day. The held at Westhoughton Cenotaph marked the 80th anniversary of the famous storming of the beaches at Normandy
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See all the props and costumes up close as 'Batman Unmasked' swoops north
A new exhibition celebrating 85 years of Batman is set to open this summer with tickets going on sale this week. The Batman Unmasked experience will open in Manchester in July and will feature a huge showcase of original costumers, props and vehicles
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'If I had his plan I'd never win a game!' Wanderers legend weighs in on election
A Wanderers legend has weighed in with his thoughts ahead of the upcoming General Election. Peter Reid remains fondly remembered by generations of Whites fans for his time with the club between 1974 and 1982 during which he played 261 times.
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Wanderers plan to bolster defence but Bristol Rovers-bound star not on list
WANDERERS do have plans to increase competition in defence next season but have not made enquiries for Valenciennes defender Taylor Moore. The Bolton News understands that Ian Evatt has identified a few players who could improve his options at
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Bolton Council up for £400k for work near logistics park
Bolton Council is in line for almost £400,000 to make improvements to a junction near Logistics North. The six-figure sum is linked to the approval of planning permission for the logistics park a decade ago. Applicant Harworth Group agreed
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Bolton Carers Support celebrate the hard work of its volunteers
A non-profit organisation has been celebrating the hard work of all of its volunteers. Bolton Carers Support says it appreciates the "huge difference" volunteers make to the work the organisation does and the support they offer unpaid carers, especially
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I'm a Doctor: You shouldn't ignore these 6 'subtle' signs of heart disease
A doctor has warned that there are six 'subtle' and 'overlooked' signs of heart disease that people should not ignore. Despite being one of the leading causes of death worldwide, many people often don't pay attention to the early warning signs
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The names and faces of Bolton's most wanted
Every week police ask readers of The Bolton News for help to find wanted suspects. Reece Grinnell (Image: GMP) REECE GRINNELL, 32, is wanted on a warrant for failing to appear at Bolton Magistrates' Court. Damien Howarth (Image: GMP)
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Moss Street baths would serve Bolton for more than 40 years
The separate entrances for men and women visiting Moss Street Baths in Halliwell were clearly marked as this photo from 1937 shows. (Image: Newsquest) The baths in Halliwell had opened in 1924 and quickly became hugely popular. Several generations
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Motorists warned of delays on motorways as works ongoing
Bolton's motorists will have two road closures to avoid nearby on the National Highways network this week. And one of them is expected to cause moderate delays – with drivers facing a wait of between 10 and 30 minutes. The latest expected works