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Major road closed for hours following crash
A major road in Bolton was closed earlier today following a crash. Emergency services were called to Wigan Road, Westhoughton, at around 4pm. It is understood a teenage girl was hit by a car. A vehicle was seen off the road in the aftermath
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RECAP: Major road closed by police after crash
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Graham Norton reportedly considering big career change with Bridget Jones bosses
Graham Norton is reportedly set to make a dramatic career change away from the red sofa. The beloved Irishman has a popular talk show on the BBC which airs every Friday during its two seasons a year. Graham will reportedly go behind the camera
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England vs Serbia Euro 2024 team news and how to watch live tonight
England's Euro 2024 campaign kicks off on Sunday 16 June as they take on Serbia in Gelsenkirchen at 8pm. Gareth Southgate’s team arrive in Germany as one of the favourites to lift the trophy and they will be desperate to lay down a marker in Group
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Liam Gallagher's triumphant gig brings Definitely Maybe home to Manchester
There are some things that just never get old. Although it is hard to believe that Oasis’ seminal album Definitely Maybe celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. (Image: NQ) Both a commercial and critical success, it was the fastest-ever
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Health coach shares 3 crucial lifestyle choices that can help prevent diabetes
Diabetes is a health condition that millions of Brits are living with, and there are a few lifestyle choices that can be made to help prevent it. People with diabetes have a blood sugar level which is too high, which is caused by a lack of insulin
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Woman, 89, struck by SUV in suspected 'hit and run' incident in Bolton
An 89-year-old woman was struck by a SUV in Bolton yesterday morning, Saturday, in a suspected "hit and run" incident. Police were called to Moss Bank Way in Astley Bridge at around 10.15am to reports of an elderly woman lying in the road.
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I blind tasted supermarket sausages and the results were delightful and horrific
The plain pork sausage is arguably the quintessential addition to any British dinner plate. If you ever find yourself at a loss for what to cook for tea, clocking a blighty banger in the back of a fridge will almost certainly send spirits through
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Kate Middleton has first public outing since cancer diagnosis at Trooping the Colour
Kate Middleton has made her first public appearance since she was diagnosed with cancer as part of the Trooping the Colour parade. The Princess of Wales and her three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, were cheered on
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Gordon Ramsay shares he's 'lucky to be alive' after bike accident in the US
Warning: This article contains an Instagram post which briefly shows a heavily bruised torso in a video segment Gordon Ramsay has shared that he's 'lucky to be alive' after being involved in a bike accident in the United States. The 57-year-old
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Bolton broadcaster ‘shaken’ after death threats detailed type of bullet ‘to kill’ him
A Bolton-born broadcaster has said he was left "shaken" after receiving death threats which involved "talking about the kind of bullet they he’d use in the gun to kill me". Clive Myrie is set to co-host the BBC’s General Election night coverage
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Man in critical condition after being struck by car
A man is in critical condition after being struck by a car in Wigan on Friday. At 5.09pm on Friday, June 14, police were called to reports of a serious road traffic collision involving a car and a pedestrian in Ashton-in-Makerfield. Greater
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Death notices and funeral announcements from The Bolton News
The Bolton News has published eight death notices in the last seven days. Every week, The Bolton News publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our
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Huge boost for borough stroke group after kind-hearted donation
A borough stroke support group has been given a huge boost by a kind-hearted organisation. Bolton West Stroke Group, part of the Stroke Association and based at Horwich Resource Centre, was visited by committee members of The Association of Old
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Woman who jumped in canal to rescue deer calls for action
A woman has called for action after witnessing multiple deer drowning in the Bridgewater Canal. Kay Headford, from Astley, walks on the canal early every morning before work – waking up at 4.30am. “Every day I’m going down, there are so many
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Woman jailed for assault and string of thefts
A Bolton woman attacked another woman and carried out a string of six thefts. Samantha Flatley assaulted a woman last month. And in April she stole bacon, tuna, wine and washing up products worth £93 from a Co-op store in Bolton. Last month
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Man banned from roads for failing to give police blood sample
A borough man has been banned from the roads after failing to provide a blood specimen to police. Usman Iqbal was suspected of committing a motoring offence in Bolton in March this year. As a result the 30-year-old was required to provide a
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Enchanting gardens and a beautiful lake view - Look inside this £1.6M million house
Bridges, balconies and blissful tranquillity await at Lostock’s best kept secret as a beautiful property goes on the market for £1.6M. The four bedroom detached house on Sudbury Drive is on the market, now being sold by Newton & Co, with details
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'Take control' - Ex-Wanderers star Nathan Blake urges Whites to bounce back
NATHAN Blake can pin-point the moment he turned relegation pain into promotion motivation. The former Wanderers striker can understand some of the anguish being felt by Ian Evatt and his players as they leave behind the play-off final defeat against
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Courts deal with thefts, attack and possession of hunting knife
A number of people from Bolton have recently been before the courts. Magistrates have dealt with a number of offences including thefts, assaults and possession of a weapon. Joshua Hambleton stole meat joints worth £87 from Aldi in Bolton.
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Shankland plan for new-look Bolton town centre went on display
Over the years there have been numerous plans re revamp, revitalise and generally rearrange Bolton town centre. Model in Bolton town centre, 1966 (Picture: Newsquest) We have become used to seeing artists’ impressions showing how a new scheme
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Nursery with a 'caring and warm environment' rated 'good' by Ofsted
A nursery which is described as having a "caring and warm environment" has been praised after an inspection by the education watchdog. Hocus Pocus Day Nursery on Radcliffe Road in Haulgh received the rating of "good" after an Ofsted inspection
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Care home residents show their support for England in Euros
Football fever has arrived at one care home in Horwich as they show their support for England in Euro 2024. Residents and team members at St Catherine's Care Home have been enjoying the build up to the first England game against Serbia. The
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Bolton man successfully walks 100km in memory of wife with MND
A Bolton man has successfully completed a walk of 100km (62 miles) in memory of his wife. Neil Bowden, from Horwich, lost his wife Gill in August 2021, just over two years after she was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) in March 2019.
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Project transforming waste materials into stylish items to be showcased at exhibition
An innovative upcycling scheme dedicated to breathing new life into discarded textiles hopes to make Bolton a greener and more sustainable place. Future Furnishings, based in Bolton, has collaborated with the University of Bolton, the council and