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New speed limit law that will 'change how we drive' to come in this weekend
A new speed camera law that 'will change how we drive' will come into effect this weekend. A change in EU legislation - despite the UK no longer being part of the Union - is set to have a considerable effect on motorists up and down the country
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Jay Slater: Detective addresses rumours after ‘distressing’ video circulates
A TV detective, looking into the disappearance of Jay Slater, has addressed concerns about a “distressing” video that is circulating on social media. A violent video has emerged which shows a person being badly beaten up. It is being shared
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Footballer banned from driving and fined £27k for drunk Range Rover crash
Former Blackburn Rovers footballer Shane Duffy has been banned from driving and fined more than £27,000 after crashing his Range Rover while drunk. The Republic of Ireland international and Norwich City defender was arrested in Hethersett, Norfolk
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Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer reveals new cabinet in full - see their roles
New Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced his new cabinet appointments, hours after he addressed members of the public outside 10 Downing Street for the first time in his new role. He has promised to rebuild trust in politics and restore
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Police issue statement after officers called to reports of fight
Police were called to reports of a fight in Bolton this afternoon. Passers-by reported around half-a-dozen police vehicles in the Deane area just after 3pm. A police spokesman confirmed that the incident was involving reports of a fight.
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Bolton's summer festival set to be 'Unbelievable' as hit 90s band takes to the stage
Bolton's summer music festival is underway, with bands now performing on the main stage in Victoria Square. From Australia to America and France, dozens of artists have travelled across the world to perform at the Right to Roam festival. (
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Food thrown away at supermarket after power cut
Food had to be thrown away at a supermarket after a power cut. The Tesco Extra in the middle of Leigh saw the cut on Saturday, June 29, as well as other areas in the town. Unfortunately for the store, the lack of power affected its fridges
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Calling all box set bingers! These 17 questions will stump the biggest of TV fans
Do you know your Love Island from your Line of Duty? Your Dad's Army from your Downton Abbey? Put your TV knowledge to the test with our ultimate quiz. Whether you're a serial streamer or you root for reality TV, there is nothing better than curling
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Everything to know on new BBC Two crime-thriller The Turkish Detective
A new crime-thriller series will be airing on BBC Two soon, which stars Ethan Kai and Haluk Bilginer. The Turkish Detective is adapted from the award-winning Inspector Ikmen novel series by Barbara Nadel, and was acquired by the BBC from Paramount
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Why Japanese Knotweed is a problem and what to do if you find some
Brits up and down the country worry about invasive plants - like Japanese Knotweed - causing chaos to their homes and gardens. Rightfully so since experts have described the likes of Japanese Knotweed as a "horticultural horror story". The
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Where does Sir Keir Starmer live? Our prime minister with very famous neighbours
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has won the 2024 general election, but where is our new prime minister from? The 61-year-old grew up in the suburban areas of Kent and Surrey. The lawyer-turned-politician studied at Leeds University and St Edmund
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Bolton rapist jailed for life after horrific attack on teenage girl
A rapist who subjected a teenage girl to an horrific attack has been jailed for life. Stephen Godridge, 31, from Bolton, arranged to pick up the girl in his car during the winter of last year before taking her to Anfield, Liverpool. Godridge
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ON THE MOVE: 12 ex-Wanderers who have switched clubs this summer
We have taken a look at some of the former Wanderers on the move this summer and what their respective careers have looked like since leaving the Whites. Peter Kioso Kioso is back in the Championship (Image: PA) Made 12 appearances for
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'Do not eat': Asda crisps are a 'possible health risk' as recall issued
Asda has recalled some of its crisps, as the Food Standards Agency (FSA) issued a “do not eat” warning, because they may be a “possible health risk”. The supermarket is recalling its Asda Extra Special Sea Salt & Chardonnay Wine Vinegar Hand Cooked
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‘Lies and gaslighting’: Carol Vorderman goes on anti-Tory election rant
Former Countdown star Carol Vorderman has condemned years of “corruption, lies and gaslighting” from the Conservative Party as Labour won a landslide General Election victory. Vorderman appeared on Channel 4's live election coverage and began celebrating
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Marks and Spencer to launch new service that could spark 'industry wide change'
Marks and Spencer is launching a new clothing repair and alternation service in August. The major retailer has joined forces with the clothing repair and alterations experts SOJO as part of the project. M&S customers will be able to book
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The discounts pensioners and the over 60s can claim in the UK
One of the better things about getting older is getting discounts on various products and services you used to pay a fortune for. From cheaper train tickets to savings at the cinema, it's important we take advantage of the discounts available to us
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New appeal after man, 70s found with serious injuries in Leigh
DETECTIVES investigating an incident in Leigh that left after a man in his 70s seriously injured have launched a new appeal for witnesses. Police were called to reports of a violent robbery on Bridgewater Canal just before 4.30pm on June 8.
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'This is a difficult day' - Rishi Sunak gives final Downing Street statement as PM
Rishi Sunak apologised to the country following a landslide Conservative defeat in the 2024 general election, describing it as a "difficult day". Labour swept to victory, having claimed 412 seats at the time of writing with just two left to declare
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I will fight for you to make sure we feel benefits here' - newly elected MP
The wave of popularity for Labour across the country did not break in Worsley and Eccles after they stormed to victory. The constituency now has a new MP after Barbara Keeley decided to step down from the role. In her place for the reds is Michael
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Commons leader Penny Mordaunt loses Portsmouth North seat to Labour
Leader of the House of Commons Penny Mordaunt has lost her Portsmouth North seat to Labour. As the exit poll was published at 10pm, the seat was described as "too close to call" with the leading Tory figure given just a 25% chance of defending
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How did Binface, Beany and Elmo do in the election? Quirky candidates results
The general election results are in and Labour has won a majority after gaining more than 400 seats, seeing Sir Keir Starmer become the next Prime Minister. The Conservatives faced their biggest defeat in history, with a loss of more than 240 seats
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Man charged after police allegedly ‘found knife and brick tied into bag’
A Bolton man has been charged after police allegedly found a knife and brick tied into a bag, along with stolen items. Vincent Place, 42, of Beechwood Street has been charged with possession of a bladed article, possession of an offensive weapon
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Gloomy night for Tories as Labour takes Bolton West
Former MP Chris Green knew his chances were slim in yesterday’s election. The national polls showed a Labour landslide, and Mr Green knew it. Around midnight, the former MP said he could feel the tension building. However, he still held out hope
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New MP pledges to 'deliver changes' after winning closely watched seat
A newly elected Bolton MP has pledged to “deliver changes” after winning what was expected to be one of the closest contests in the country. Labour’s Kirith Entwistle was elected MP for Bolton North East with more than 16,000 votes. The seat
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Stuart’s impact on and off field helping youngsters
Jameel Stuart’s brilliant 161 in victory over Kearsley on Sunday may have been the obvious feature of a winning weekend for Farnworth Social Circle - but there were two other significant achievements which will have flown under the radar. Social
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Former Prime Minister Liz Truss loses South West Norfolk seat
Former Prime Minister Liz Truss has lost her South West Norfolk seat. Ms Truss held a majority of more than 20,000 votes from the 2019 General Election, but has lost her seat to the Labour candidate. Labour's Terry Jermy received 11,847 votes
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'Best birthday ever' for candidate with election win
Bolton’s Yasmin Qureshi celebrated “the best birthday ever” with an election win that returned her and her colleagues to government after 14 years. Ms Qureshi was elected as MP for the newly redrawn Bolton South and Walkden constituency with a
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Phil Brickell and Chris Green’s speeches in full after result
After six weeks of campaigning, the fate of (now former) Bolton West MP Chris Green has been decided: he’s out, and Labour is in. Following the announcement of the results – which saw Labour’s Phil Brickell achieve more than 17,000 votes compared
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Full results in dramatic Bolton general election count
The full results have now been declared for each of Bolton’s three seats in the 2024 general election after a dramatic count held at Bolton Arena from Thursday night into Friday morning. The night finished with Labour having claimed all three of
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Voters 'demand change' as Bolton seats swept up in landslide election result
All three Bolton seats have been won by Labour as part of a nationwide landslide. In the early hours of Friday morning each seat in turn was declared for Labour, which is now expected to form the next government. Bolton North East, once one
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In photos: Tory wipeout in Bolton as Labour sweeps all three seats
It was a terrible night for the Tories, and a great night for Labour. With the Conservatives facing a wipeout in the face of massive Labour gains, the result was replicated in Bolton, with Labour sweeping all three seats. Chris Green – who was
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Phil Brickell ‘looking forward to getting to work as soon as possible’
Labour’s Phil Brickell has said he is ‘looking forward to getting to work as soon as possible’ after beating Conservative Chris Green by more than 4,000 votes in the General Election. With a turnout of 59.79 per cent, Mr Brickell gained 17,363
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Annual family fun festival returns for its 16th year
If you go down into Blackrod tomorrow (Saturday), You're sure of a big surprise. Because it is the day the scarecrows have their picnic! Blackrod Library is hosting the Blackrod Scarecrow Picnic between 10am and 4pm to celebrate the annual
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Blood in your pee? See your GP!
Healthcare staff are asking people in Bolton to keep an eye out for blood in their pee – with the aim of helping people spot possible signs of cancer earlier. Whilst many people know to be vigilant for cancer symptoms such as lumps, persistent
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Everything £1 at popular Bolton bakery which has been serving people for 100 years
Those with a taste for quality, value and first-class service already know why Hunters the Bakers is a must-visit. But this Saturday the Church Road corner shop is encouraging newcomers to discover its unique charms for themselves. From 8.30am
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Update issued on out-of-order lift at Bolton station
Railway bosses have issued an update on a lift at Bolton station which has been out of order since mid-March while it is being replaced. One lift at the station, on platforms four and five, has been out of order as part of £570,000 upgrade work
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Cash seized from criminals will help make a difference in Bolton
Money from the pockets of criminals has been reinvested to help Bolton's youngsters. The Bolton Scout Trust is one of the organisations to benefit from money seized from criminals as a result of policing activity through the Through the Asset Recovery
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Bolton Wanderers tell 10 out of contract stars: You'll have to earn it!
WANDERERS won’t be talking about new contracts this summer despite having 10 first teamers coming into the final year of their current deal with the club. Nathan Baxter, Ricardo Santos, Josh Dacres-Cogley, Randell Williams, Josh Sheehan, Gethin
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The Buff: Why Paris Maghoma is a no-go and other Wanderers transfer tales
WELCOME back to another episode of The Buff Podcast, the show that takes you through the whole week's headlines at Bolton Wanderers, and reveals some behind-the-scenes stories as we go. The players and staff might have been sunning themselves in
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Plan to cut pupil capacity at a primary school to reduce overspend
Bolton Council is bidding to bring a primary school in Little Lever out of a budget deficit by cutting its capacity. It comes amid low demand for primary places in the area in contrast with a lot of demand for secondary places. A report for
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Sir Ian 'on the mend' as he explains the injuries he suffered
Sir Ian McKellen has revealed he injured his wrist and neck when he fell from a West End stage last month, causing him to withdraw from the remainder of the show’s national tour. The veteran screen and stage actor, 85, was portraying Sir John Falstaff
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EURO VIEW: Ladies and gentleman, it's time for the good stuff
Nico Williams has been in stunning for for Spain at the Euros (Image: PA) Euro view - Elliott Jackson The good stuff is coming up with a blockbuster Friday treat for those who love the pulsating adrenalin of knock-out football. The European
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Community meeting after woman dies following Bolton crash
A community meeting is set to be held following a crash which tragically ended in the death of Karen Kimblin, who was in her 60s, on Saturday, June 22. Described as a ‘caring and loving’ grandmother by her family, Karen sadly died following a crash
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Questions over burst water pipes and flooding in Bolton
Burst water pipes have provoked questions about investment around Bolton to stop incidents happening again. A recent town hall meeting heard how water main bursts had been particularly frequent around the Astley Bridge area. Cllr Toby Hewitt
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Farmer's plea when walking in the countryside during the 'critical season'
A farmer, whose livestock has previously been attacked by dogs, is urging people to follow the countryside code. Stuart Alderson said it was essential that dogs are kept on a lead, and for young people to show some respect while out in the countryside
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New car parking spaces and other recent plans put forward in Bolton
Changes could be coming to create new access to a public car park. If approved, this will create eight new car parking spaces behind Market Street in Westhoughton. You can see the application for yourself by going to Bolton Council’s planning
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Key step forward in plans to move major retailer to Market Place
One of the most ambitious shopping developments in Bolton town centre has taken another step forward. This comes after plans for new Primark signage were approved at the Market Place shopping centre, ahead of the clothes retailers planned move
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A Bolton train station no longer the 'UK's worst' (despite getting 'worse')
A Bolton train station no longer has the title of the UK’s ‘worst’ after climbing three places in the rankings. Kearsley train station is now placed as the 2,626th best in the country for cancellations and delays in the last four weeks, making
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Bolton bar's cocktail inspired by viral social media video - and £2.50 pints
Every week we love to shine the spotlight on some of the best local venues that the borough has to offer, in our Pub of the Week feature. This week, we spoke with Ellie Sutcliffe, the 25-year-old landlady of The Northern Way, located on Nelson
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Sixties' pop idol Adam Faith had welcoming committee at Bolton Odeon
These were just some of the young fans who had been queuing outside Bolton’s Odeon in April 1964 to get a glimpse of their idol. Adam Faith fans, Bolton Odeon, 1964 Adam Faith was due to appear at the Odeon that night in concert alongside
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Tory Chris Green's advice to Phil Brickell after losing his seat
Former Conservative MP Chris Green has said he hopes winning candidate Phil Brickell will be able to challenge his party’s leadership. Mr Green lost his Bolton West seat to Labour’s Phil Brickell – gaining just 12,418 votes compared to Brickell
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Jeremy Corbyn wins Islington North, as Labour challenge comes up short
Jeremy Corbyn has held his seat of Islington North, where he has been MP since 1983, holding off the Labour challenge. The former Labour leader was standing as an Independent candidate after being kicked out of the party. Mr Corbyn secured
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Nigel Farage becomes MP at 8th time of asking with Clacton victory
Nigel Farage has won Clacton for his Reform Party, becoming an MP at the eighth time of asking. Mr Farage, who had been given a 95% chance of winning the Clacton seat ahead of the election, claimed 21,225 votes, a majority of. He saw off the
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Sir Keir Starmer holds Holborn & St Pancras and is set to become Prime Minister
Sir Keir Starmer has held his Holborn and St Pancras seat as he is set to become the next Prime Minister of the UK. Starmer collected 18,884 votes to win with a majority of more than 11,000 votes. The Labour leader is set to become the next