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Second man arrested in Lancashire in relation to small boat crossings
A second man has been arrested as part of an investigation into an organised crime network suspected of organising cross-Channel small boat crossings, The 25-year-old Iraqi international was detained by National Crime Agency officers today (July
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Quick actions of volunteers, runners and public praised after pensioner collapses
A pensioner collapsed and was taken to hospital during the Pennington Flash Parkrun. The medical emergency occurred at 9.32am during the weekly run on Saturday morning. The event was immediately aborted and the actions of fellow runners and
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I'm a Doctor: These 10 'surprising' habits are 'secretly' aging you faster
Like it or not, ageing is a fact of life but one Doctor has warned that these surprising habits are actually speeding up the process. Small, seemingly insignificant habits could be adding years to our appearance without us even realising it.
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Nestle confirms this white chocolate bar has been axed with 'no plans for return'
Nestle has confirmed its white chocolate Crunch bar has been discontinued with "no current plans to bring them back". The food and drink company is well known for a range of products including Kit Kat, Smarties, Nesquik and Nescafe coffee.
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From Walkers to Tyrrells see who the UK voted as their favourite crisp brand
From Walkers and Tyrrells to Kettle and McCoy's there are so many crisps to choose from in the UK. Even all of the major supermarkets like Aldi, Tesco, Asda and M&S have their own brand of crisps these days. But which crisps are the best
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Wife and two daughters of BBC racing commentator killed in crossbow attack
THE wife and two daughters of a BBC sports commentator have been killed in a crossbow attack at their home. Carol Hunt, 61, who was married to BBC 5 Live racing commentator John Hunt, and two of their daughters, aged 25 and 28, died in Ashlyn Close
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Caravans move onto new site as Travellers asked to move on
Travellers have set up camp on a new site in Bolton. Since Bolton Council shut down the official Gypsy and Traveller Site in Moses Gate, a number of Travellers moved on to land in Breightmet, where council officers took action to move them off
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Properties raided, 2 arrests as police investigate suspected ‘chop shops’ in Bolton
Police raided two properties as part of an investigation into 'chop shops' in Bolton. Bolton police officers swooped on two addresses this morning. A man aged 41 was arrested on suspicion of theft of a motor vehicle and a woman aged 43 has
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Welcome to Bolton: Wrexham opener will mean Category A prices at Toughsheet
WANDERERS plan to charge top whack when Wrexham visit the Toughsheet Community Stadium for their first home game of the League One season. Fans of the Welsh club, owned by Hollywood stars Ryan Renyolds and Rob McElhenney, and managed by ex-Bolton
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Steve Backshall: Dangerous animals migrating to UK is 'definite possibility'
BBC presenter Steve Backshall has warned that dangerous animals migrating to the UK is a 'definite possibility'. The beloved wildlife presenter was questioned on whether Global Warming will see the UK, a country renowned for being relatively safe
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Seven things Ian Evatt has to get right at Wanderers to challenge for promotion
THE promotion challenge starts all over again in just one month at Wanderers but what issues does Ian Evatt have to solve in order for his side to get it right this time? As the play-off final fades into the distance and the upset gives way to
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‘Kind and fun’ teenager who died after workplace incident to be remembered at event
The family of a "kind and fun" teenager who died after a workplace incident in Bury has organised an event to keep his "memory alive for as long as possible". Oliver Mawdsley died aged 17 on Thursday, February 8 after a concrete block fell on him
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Travellers set to leave new site - but vow to stay nearby
Travellers in Bolton will be relocating away from the spot they moved to in Breightmet following their eviction from Moses Gate. The local authority has closed Bolton Gypsy and Traveller Site. And following a court hearing, those living at
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'We're all up for it' - Line of Duty star issues update on show's return on GMB
Adrian Dunbar said "we're keeping our fingers crossed" for a new series of Line of Duty when quizzed about the future of the BBC show while on Good Morning Britain (GMB). Dunbar starred as Anti-Corruption Unit Superintendent Ted Hastings in the
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Junior captain from Bolton Golf Club wins esteemed golf competition
A 15-year-old from Bolton Golf Club triumphed at the Lancashire Union of Golf Clubs Junior Girls 36 Hole Trophy on July 7. Ruby Wigley took home the net prize with a score of 135 across two rounds at Hindley Hall Golf Club, showing off her golfing
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Can handheld speed cameras pull you over? How they are used by the police
There are many kinds of speed cameras used in the UK, but some are more common than others. This includes the likes of fixed speed cameras, new two-way speed cameras and mobile speed cameras. In general, mobile speed cameras are used by local
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I tried an Aldi Too Good To Go bag and it was a surprisingly mixed experience
I tried a Too Good To Go bag from Aldi to see what was offered through the service and it was certainly a mixed experience. Too Good To Go exists as a way to fight food waste, with many businesses offering bags of unsold products near their expiry
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UK's rarest stamp dating back to 1864 is being sold for £650,000
The UK’s most valuable postage stamp has been listed for sale for £650K. The legendary Plate 77 Penny Red was printed in 1864 and there are just nine examples of the stamp that still exist. Three remain in private hands with the others in museums
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Martin Lewis issues warning as more than £20m lost in celebrity profile scams
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis has issued a warning to avoid becoming a victim of celebrity profile scams. Stars including Lewis himself, Taylor Swift, Elon Musk and Adele have become the most common profiles that are misused in scam adverts,
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Richard Tice slams 'absurd suggestion' that Reform UK used an 'AI candidate'
Reform UK chairman Richard Tice has slammed the "absurd suggestion" that the party used an 'AI candidate' in the 2024 General Election. The party won five seats in the House of Commons, with Mr Tice among them, earning victory in the seat of Boston
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Town centre business targeted in the early hours
A town centre business had its glass door smashed in overnight. Mooboo on Knowsley Street was targeted in what is understood to be a 'break-in'. The damage was clear to see this morning, with the bottom panel of the shop door smashed, with
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Hill says new-look Daisy will learn from Boro win
A goal from Ryan Lockett two minutes from time sealed a 3-2 win for Daisy Hill in their pre-season challenge match against a Radcliffe XI at the Plumb Factory Stadium on Monday night. Two goals down after 22 minutes, Daisy were level 10 minutes
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Superdrug sees profits jump on loyalty card deals and new shop launches
High street health and beauty chain Superdrug has notched up a surge in annual profits after opening a raft of stores and as loyalty card deals helped boost sales. In its latest set of accounts, the group posted a 43 per cent surge in pre-tax profits
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Sports club looking for business to help 'be the change' and help foster young talent
A sports club is looking for businesses from all over Bolton to help its mission of fostering young talent. Be The Change FC has expanded quickly having gone from having just two teams playing in the Bolton, Bury and District Football League, to
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The summer event of the year takes place this weekend
Summer would not be summer without a traditional garden party. And an invite has been extended to all to attend Smithills Hall this weekend, which will holding its popular event. The garden party starts at noon and goes on until 4pm. A
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Glimpse inside the Baracuta factory which put Bolton on the map
In 1974, rainwear made in Bolton was being exported all over the world. The town was home to the famous Harrington jacket, much loved by style gurus even today. Baracuta factory, Bolton, 1974 This photo takes us inside the Baracuta Clothing
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Bolton-based business 'hopeful' for the country under a change of government
Bosses across the retail, energy and hospitality sectors have urged the incoming Labour Government to fulfil its pledge of prioritising economic growth after Sir Keir Starmer’s election victory. Sir Keir and the Labour Party are preparing to form
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Why isn't Coronation Street on TV tonight? ITV soap's full schedule this week
As Euro 2024 continues on our TV screens this week, unfortunately it means ITV has made a handful of schedule changes, with Coronation Street being just one of the few programmes affected. But the good news is, this should be the last week some
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Why it took Chris Forino just 15 minutes to decide to sign for Bolton Wanderers
WANDERERS new boy Chris Forino is relishing the prospect of proving a few doubters wrong when he finally takes to the field for his new club. The defender turned down several offers at home and aboard to join a competitive defensive unit at Bolton
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Trafford Centre amusement park to return for summer holidays
An amusement park with attractions including more than 20 rides and a splash park is returning to the Trafford Centre. "Bright Lights, Big Fun", the new name of "Summer Daze", is returning to the shopping centre for the summer holidays. Attractions
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You could inherit a fortune in Bolton if you have one of these surnames
Could you inherit a fortune? The unclaimed estates in Bolton have been released by the Treasury this July and one could be yours. When a person dies without leaving a will and there appear to be no family members, the estate passes to the Treasury
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Family house could be turned in to 24/7 children's home
A semi-detached family house could be set to be transformed into a new children’s home. If approved this will see the house on Tulip Avenue, Farnworth transformed into a home for up to two children with two members of staff. They will aim to
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Lord Sugar's son's business builds on success at logistics park
A Bolton business with a famous family at its helm is to build on its success over the last few years by creating a dozen additional roles at the firm. Amscreen is creating the additional roles at its base on Logistics North, Over Hulton, where
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School to scrap the term SEND as it receives praise for meeting needs of every pupil
A Horwich high school received recognition for its inclusivity after an assessment by Inclusion Quality Mark (IQM). St Joseph's RC High School received an IQM Inclusive School Award after an assessment on two days last month. James Harris,
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Amir Khan's wedding venue in fight for late-night licence
Amir Khan's wedding venue is asking for a late-night licence amid opposition from some of the residents in the surroundings. The Bolton-born boxer's business partners, Excellency Plaza Limited, applied for the licence for The Balmayna on May 20
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As many as 50 Bolton families living in chain hotels 'at any one time'
As many as 50 homeless families are being put up in hotels every night in Bolton as the borough faces “unprecedented pressure.” They are amongst around 250 families estimated to be in temporary accommodation at any one time in the borough.
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School children have proved to be 'real life heroes'
Children at a Bolton school have proven themselves to be “like superheroes in real life” with their tireless volunteering work. The youngsters at St Catherine’s Academy were honoured with a visit from the Mayor of Bolton Cllr Andy Morgan, who presented
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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. (Image: GMP) James Barrass, 34, is wanted for bail offences. (Image: GMP) David Dargan, 39, is wanted on recall to prison. (Image: GMP) Michael
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EURO VIEW: Tonight, we're going to party like it's 1996...
England View – Marc Iles BEATING Guus Hiddink’s Netherlands 4-1 in Euro 96 is still the best it has ever been for me, an England fan of more than four decades. Two goals for Alan Shearer, two for Teddy Sheringham, a peroxide blonde-haired Paul
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Get a free pint tonight - but only if England score tonight
The nation can grab a free pint at their local Greene King pub if England score against Netherlands in the hotly anticipated semi-final on the 10th July. The company which has pubs in Bolton will be offering a free refreshment if the Three Lions