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Police officers’ life-saving actions at ‘chaotic’ machete incident commended
TWO police officers’ quick-thinking helped save a man’s life after he was seriously injured during a fight involving a machete. Response officers’ PC Ellen Fazackerley and PC Rebecca Hamer, who are based in Leigh, were called to the incident in
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Man, 21, suffers 'serious injuries' after falling from e-scooter
A TWENTY-ONE-YEAR-OLD man suffered serious injuries after falling off an e-scooter. Police were called to reports of a man falling off his e-scooter on Atherleigh Way, Leigh, on Wednesday night, June 26, at around 10.05pm. Emergency services
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Police growing concerned about missing girl, 13
Police are appealing for the public’s help in finding a missing 13-year-old girl. Aimee was last seen on Wednesday, June 26, at 5pm. She was last seen on Burghley Close in Bury. She is white, around 5ft tall and of a slim build. She was last
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WATCH: Great British Sewing Bee star in Bolton to keep alive traditional crafts
The Great British Sewing Bee’s Patrick Grant brought a buzz to Ladybridge High School when it hosted an “Endangered Crafts Day”. The event, by the Comino Foundation and Heritage Crafts, aimed to inspire and inform young people about traditional
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Banks takes positives despite missing out on Wimbledon
Bolton’s Amarni Banks took the positives from a remarkable Wimbledon Qualifying run after falling just short of the main draw. Up against a strong opponent in Marina Stakusic, Banks lost 6-3 6-0 in the third and final round after brilliantly taking
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One person in England dies as a result of ongoing E.Coli outbreak
One person in England has died linked to the ongoing E.coli outbreak, the UK Health Security Agency has said. Last week, it was confirmed that at least 86 people have now been admitted to hospital as a result of an E. coli outbreak linked to lettuce
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Former Wanderers loanee Zac Ashworth signs three-year deal with League One rival
BLACKPOOL have signed former Wanderers loanee Zac Ashworth on a permanent deal from West Bromwich Albion. The left-sided midfielder has signed a three-year deal at Bloomfield Road after Bolton passed on the chance to sign him this summer. Ashworth
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Bolton radio presenter goes old school after system failure
Vernon Kay has had to use CDs to play music on BBC Radio 2 after the station’s digital system failed. The Bolton born radio presenter, 50, was playing The Who’s Won’t Get Fooled Again when the issue occurred towards the end of his show on Thursday
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Watch: Student looked 'possessed' when asleep after becoming 'deathly unwell' abroad
A student who caught dengue fever on holiday became so poorly that her friend almost ‘called a priest’ after she was acting ‘possessed’ while ill in bed. After spending two weeks in Bali, Indonesia, Cara Pyper, 22, suddenly began to feel ‘deathly
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Thousands urged to check bank as Child Benefit compensation payments begin
Thousands of people have been urged to keep an eye on their bank account for an unexpected bonus payment from HMRC. Compensation is being sent to thousands of benefit recipients following a delay in Child Benefit payments earlier this month.
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Lostock edge out Tonge to seal a last-eight place
Rarely can a single run have had such an impact as it did last Friday’s North West Cricket League T20 matches. Chasing Lostock’s 132-4, following an opening partnership of 95 between Muhammad Suleman (66) and Sam Barlow, a century partnership between
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Standing room only as concerned villagers told about future plans for church
A former church is to be turned into a mosque, it was announced at a public meeting which was called after concerns were raised about work taking place on the grounds. Chew Moor Methodist Church closed last year after serving the community for
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What happened to Maxine Carr? The ex-girlfriend of Soham murderer Ian Huntley
In 2002, the town of Soham in Cambridgeshire was changed forever after the abduction and murder of two innocent 10-year-old girls. On Sunday, the 4th of August, best friends Jessica Chapman and Holly Wells were attending a barbecue at Holly’s home
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Euro View - Cole fired, Tripp-ed up, but England are still going at the Euros
Cole Palmer was one of the only bright spots of a dull game against Slovenia (Image: PA) England view – Dan Barnes. Cole Palmer showed glimpses of what he can offer England after coming off the bench against Slovenia, and I think he deserves
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Bolton Wanderers now taking shape after a summer of contemplation
IT has been a summer of inward thinking at Wanderers as the club considered exactly why their search for promotion crashed and burned just 40 days ago. Not since relegation from the Premier League had confidence been drained so quickly and completely
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Free bike checks and repairs outside Bolton station this week
Free bike checks and simple repairs are to be carried out outside Bolton railway station this week. In a post on Facebook, Bolton Station Cycle Centre said ‘Dr Bike’ will be setting up outside the main station entrance from 3.30pm to 6.30pm on
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HMO plan up for approval on main road
A decision is due on the conversion of a house into an eight-bedroom HMO on a main road in Tonge Moor. The applicant, Parata Property, applied for planning permission for a site on Tonge Moor Road last year. The application is to convert the
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Wanderers fans facing transport hell for late opening day kick off at Orient
WANDERERS fans could face a tricky round trip to the capital if they plan to watch their team on the opening day of the season at Leyton Orient. Fixtures for the 2024/25 campaign were released yesterday with the news that all League One games on
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Work begins on 'best pitches for miles around' as football club moves home
Work in now underway on football pitches at a new site that amateur club officials say will be “the best for miles around". Wyresdale AFC, which traces its history back over 100 years, had left its old ground off Inverbeg Drive, Breightmet, after
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Frustration after house earmarked for renovation goes up for sale
A resident has voiced his frustration after a housing association is now selling off a house which was earmarked for renovation. Barrie Robinson says the house on Barton Road, New Bury, Farnworth has attracted vandals and fly tippers, with needles
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Review of advice and training centres across Bolton due to 'financial pressures'
A review is underway into centres which provide advice and training to local residents - with one pop-up service to shut immediately. Bolton at Home is conducting a review into its UCAN Centres, including reducing the number of hours they operate
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All the road closures and restrictions as Ironman 70.3 comes to Bolton
Several roads are set to be closed this weekend as the popular triathlon, Ironman, returns. In just less than a week, more than 2,000 athletes will descend on Bolton to compete in the Ironman 70.3 race on Sunday, June 30. There are also more
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How to report those who destroyed school's outdoor area anonymously
Local residents who have any information about the young arsonists who destroyed a popular children's outdoor area can report it anonymously through a new service, FireStoppers. The Bolton News reported last week, how Queensbridge Primary School
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Imposing buildings on Bradshawgate were part of impressive Bolton centre
Even today, Bolton has some impressive town centre buildings but as this photo from 1959 shows, many of them have been demolished. Bradshawgate, Bolton, 1959 (NQ) This was Bradshawgate which certainly looks busy. The four-storey buildings
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Business allowed late-night licence after opposition
A Farnworth business could be allowed to open until 2am - but not until 4am - after the approval of an application by the council. Applicant Muhammad Irfan applied for a late-night licence for Frankies Chicken, on Market Street, towards the start
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Landmark church goes on sale for £100,000
A landmark church is being has been put on the market for around £100,000. St James’ Church, New Bury, Farnworth, which has been closed to worshippers since 2012, is being offered for sale. In early 2022, a draft scheme published by Church of England
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'It was horrendous' - Bolton holidaymakers whose plans were changed after disrruption
Holidaymakers from Bolton - including a newly married couple - have voiced their frustration after large-scale delays at Manchester Airport following a power outage. The airport saw mass disruption on Sunday, with flights being cancelled and delayed
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Plan for two homes up for approval amid concern from councillors
A decision is due on a plan for two four-bedroom homes on a patch of open land in Breightmet. The applicant, Zulfiquar Ali, applied for outline permission for the site off Tarbet Drive last year. The plan is for two four-bedroom homes on a
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Families 'trapped' in NCP car park after card machine fails to work
NCP has apologised to motorists who were trapped in a Bolton town centre car park after the card machine failed to process payments. Rai Hurst was one of the drivers who had parked in Topp Way car park to go to church on June 9 But when he
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Bolton company's record-breaking £8.2M turnover as it outlines expansion plans
Bolton-based cable assembly company ASL has announced a record-breaking financial year with a turnover of £8.2 million. This significant achievement is further highlighted by £927,000 of brand new business secured over the past year, showcasing
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The new affordable Bolton fashion trend which everyone is loving
Upcycling is the new fashion trend in 2024 as more people start to learn skills to recycle their clothing and give their furniture a fresh look. The Market Place Bolton, Bolton at Home and the University of Bolton teamed up this week to put on
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What happened to the Soham murderer Ian Huntley and where is he now?
In 2002, the town of Soham in Cambridgeshire was changed forever by a devastating event that shocked the nation after the abduction and murder of two innocent 10-year-old girls. The incident took place on Sunday, the 4th of August when best friends
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Bolton based Mitchell & Brown unveil their biggest TV screens in time for Euros 2024
Bolton based TV brand Mitchell & Brown has unveiled two super-sized Smart TVs, set to deliver all the thrills of this summer’s Paris Olympics, T20s and Euros. With England’s football team and Team GB being favourites in many events this year, the
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Housing scheme shake up to create more ‘affordable’ homes on former school site
A housing scheme in is set to be altered to include more affordable homes. Planning permission for 177 new homes on the site of the former Harrop Fold High School in Little Hulton was granted in 2021. The school relocated in 2008, leaving the