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M6 crash causes heavy delays with motorists advised of 30-min wait
Traffic has been slow moving on the M6 after an accident near Preston caused heavy delays. M6 southbound in Lancashire between J32 M55 and J31a Preston was experiencing delays due to a collision earlier this evening. A spokesman for the National
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Motorists face long motorway delays as police stop traffic after crash
10:18pm This incident has now cleared, and all lanes have re-opened on the #M6 southbound in #Lancashire between J32 (
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Coronation Street star on his engagement as stars congratulate the couple
Coronation Street actor Jack P Shepherd has announced his engagement to long-term partner Hanni Treweek. The 36-year-old, who has played David Platt on the ITV soap since 2000, posted a selection of photos to his Instagram which showed off his
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Man arrested after police called to residential area
A man was arrested after reports of a domestic disturbance in Little Lever. Police were called to Booth Road at 6pm. Officers arrested a 20-year-old man on suspicion of three counts of assault. A spokesman for Greater Manchester Police
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Gardening expert shares 4 tips to keep your lawn looking pristine in summer
Gardening advice spans a huge range of topics and some people might be wondering what the best ways are to keep a lawn looking pristine during the summer. Lawns can be a tricky thing to maintain, especially in the summer months when we want to
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Bolton holidaymakers scrambling to rebook as flights cancelled at Manchester Airport
Bolton holidaymakers are among those desperately trying to secure alternative airline seats after Manchester Airport cancelled all flights this afternoon. The Bolton News reported this morning that chaotic scenes were being experienced at the airport
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Arrest after woman dies in crash on main road in Bolton
A woman in her 60s has died after a crash involving two cars in Bolton. The emergency services attended St Helens Road yesterday (June 22). On arrival there were multiple people with injuries and today, Sunday, the police said a woman in her
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Manchester Airport cancels all flights from Terminals 1 and 2 amid power cut
Manchester Airport announced it was experiencing a “major power cut” this morning (June 23) and while the “power has been restored”, flights are still being affected this afternoon. In the latest update, the airport posted a message to its X account
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Sam Allardyce drops hint over potential interest in Wales job
Sam Allardyce has hinted he might be open to the Wales job following Rob Page’s sacking. Big Sam has been out of work since a brief stint at Leeds during the final games of the 2022/23 campaign as the Elland Road club were relegated from the Premier
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Si King completes cook book 'as a tribute' to fellow Hairy Biker Dave Myers
A NEW Hairy Bikers book completed by Si King 'as a tribute to his best friend and cooking partner Dave Myers' will be released later this year. Hairy Bikers 'Our Family Favourites' will contain 100 new recipes inspired by the duo's journey together
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Si King on friendship with Dave Myers: There is no Hairy Bikers without him
Bolton food and drink favourite Si King has reflected on the future of his career in TV and said: “There is no Hairy Bikers without Dave (Myers).” Myers, who was one half of the motorcycle-riding cooking duo with co-presenter King, died in February
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Police officers step up patrols at park after complaints by locals
Police have stepped up patrols at a Bolton park after concerns from local residents. Officers with Rumworth Neighbourhood Policing team have been visiting in and around Haslam Park due to an increase in reports of off-road bikes. Earlier this
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Astley and Tyldesley riders triumphant in Junior Cup tie
Astley & Tyldesley riders all turned in two excellent performances in last week’s North & Scotland Cup matches at The Graves Centre, Sheffield. Morning rain continued into the start of the Junior Cup match, making conditions tricky in the early
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Can you claim compensation if your luggage is lost or delayed at airports?
For those travelling abroad for a holiday, one nagging worry you may have is not seeing your suitcase on the luggage carousel when you land. Unfortunately, there is not a lot you can do to avoid a situation like this, so it is important to be well-informed
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'Chaos' at Manchester Airport as 'major power cut' disrupts flight schedule
Manchester Airport has announced it was hit by a “major power cut” this morning (June 23) with a “significant number of flights” at risk of being “delayed or cancelled”. The airport posted a statement this morning on its official X, formerly Twitter
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Death notices and funeral announcements from The Bolton News
The Bolton News has published nine 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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Star of the West End smash hit Phantom of the Opera to perform in Bolton
A 'special evening' will be held in the heart of Bolton to celebrate some of the world’s greatest theatre composers. The Showtime, an evening of Broadway hits event will be held on Saturday, June 29 at St Andrew and St George United Reform Church
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What does Bolton Wanderers' summer business so far tell us about next season?
ONCE bitten, twice shy – perhaps a mantra we will revisit this summer as Wanderers continue their recruitment plan with the aim of going one step further than they managed last season. The natural response post-Wembley was to call for an overhaul
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Bolton headteacher crowned best in the country at glittering awards ceremony
A Bolton headteacher has been crowned the best in the UK at a glittering awards ceremony. Lynn Williams walked away with TES Headteacher of the Year 2024, often known as the Oscars of the teaching world. Mrs Williams is head of St Peter's CE
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Enjoy village life in this family home with stunning views
This week's property is an impressive four-bedroom family home located in the sought-after cul-de-sac of Cox Green Road area nestled in the heart of Egerton. Number 5 Great Stones Close, is a property that marries modern luxury with the tranquillity
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Half a million in the North West benefit from spring Covid booster
Nearly half a million people in the North West have received their spring Covid booster from the NHS. The accomplishment was achieved just ten weeks after the booking system for the latest vaccination campaign officially opened. The spring
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PICTURES: Bolton's iconic shops throughout the years
With the opening of huge shoe retailer Deichmann in the Market Place Shopping Centre just this month, we take a look back at places we shopped at over the years. PICTURES: Do you remember these lost pubs of Bolton? PICTURES: How many of these
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New drop-in sessions running for people in need of advice
New regular drop-in sessions have been set up to help people in need of advice. The community advice sessions started up at Breightmet Library earlier in June and are now running weekly every Tuesday afternoon. The area’s representatives have
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Historic band to perform in Bolton Parish Church
Fresh from securing its first commercial sponsorship for over 25 years with Sky People Training Ltd, Bolton's Eagley Band and Community Choir return to perform at Bolton Parish Church for only the second time in ten years on Saturday, July 6. Entitled
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People living in this area can get free entry into RHS Bridgewater
Residents in Walkden and Little Hulton are invited to enjoy another year of free Tuesday entry to RHS Garden Bridgewater, as the RHS celebrates its third anniversary by extending the popular scheme until May 2025. Since the Worsley garden opened
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Drivers warned of delays on the motorways as works set to take place
Bolton's motorists will have three 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 holdup of between 10 minutes and half an hour. The latest
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The Bolton at Home properties to go under the hammer as they are sold off
Bolton at Home has put up three properties for sale by auction. The housing association has properties for sale in Farnworth and Breightmet which will be going up for auction on Monday, June 24. Houses and buildings owned by Bolton at Home
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New eye clinic to make treatment more accessible for people in Bolton
An eye hospital is opening a new NHS clinic in Bolton where residents can visit for diagnosis. Optegra Eye Hospital Manchester is launching a series of diagnostic clinics in areas surrounding Manchester. Didsbury-based Optegra will also roll
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National focus on Bolton as the final countdown to the election begins
Bolton will again be the focus of national attention this week as the final countdown to the general election begins. BBC Radio 4’s Today Programme will hold a hustings in Bolton in the constituency of Bolton West on Monday, (24th June), as part
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Road and paving works lasting 10 months to bring about huge improvements
A new phase of road works are set to begin in Farnworth taking place over the course of ten months. The Transport for Greater Manchester Streets For All phase one works will begin on Market Street on June 24, this will include road and pavement
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School's stunning transformation thanks to a help from Bolton organisation
The Royal Horticultural Society has teamed up with a Bolton charity to transform school grounds. Emmaus Bolton’s workshop created planters as part of the Department for Education funded National Education Nature Park scheme to help schools encourage
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Courts deal with thefts, driving and weapons offences
A number of people from Bolton have recently been before the courts. Magistrates have dealt with a variety of offences including theft, driving matters and possession of a weapon. Here are the people who have recently been in court. Aaron
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Mayor joins visually impaired individuals at charity gathering
Bolton's Mayor was greeted with a warm welcome during a recent visit to a longstanding charity. Cllr Andrew Morgan, mingled with over 27 visually impaired individuals (VIPs), volunteers and staff at Henshaw's sensory centre in Thicketford Road.
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Touching reason golfer will play for 14 hours in one day
An avid golfer will play the game for 14 long hours in honour of his uncle and grandad, who both died after suffering with Parkinson's disease. Joshua Polding, from Bromley Cross, will take on 72 holes of golf at Turton Golf Club on Monday, June
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Free blood pressure checks for residents this summer
Bolton residents are being urged to partake in free blood pressure checks throughout July and August. It comes as part of a health awareness campaign targeting the 'Silent Killer.' Operating across 33 Well Pharmacies, including the Astley site
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Epic challenge to pull a Bee Network bus returns to tackle homelessness
People are being encouraged to step up and pull one of the region's Bee Network buses as an epic charity challenge returns to the city. The Greater Manchester Mayor’s Charity is throwing its second Bus Pull event where teams are being tasked to