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New police appeal after M62 crash which killed former Bolton student
Police have released a new appeal for a witness to come forward following a motorway crash which killed two Ryanair pilots. Captain Matt Greenhalgh, aged 28, and senior first officer Jamie Fernandes, aged 24, were travelling to Liverpool John Lennon
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Former PFA chief Gordon Taylor leads tributes to Tommy Banks at funeral
GORDON Taylor said it had been one of his “greatest honours” to have known Wanderers legend Tommy Banks as man and boy. The former PFA chief and ex-Bolton Wanderers winger was one of hundreds who turned out at Bolton Parish Church to say a final
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New Bolton MP hails entrepreneurs and pledges to support projects like Metrolink
A newly elected Bolton MP has paid tributes to the town’s entrepreneurs and pledged to help make projects like extending tramlines a reality. This came as Kirith Entwistle, who was elected MP for Bolton North East in the General Election earlier
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MP reactions after King’s Speech promises homes and public railways
Bolton’s MPs have given their reaction after King Charles’ speech at the State Opening of Parliament. The speech ran to 1,421 words – making it longer than any monarch’s speech at a State Opening delivered in the previous Conservative-led governments
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King's Speech transcript: The full text of monarch's address in Parliament
The King’s Speech was the longest monarch’s speech at a State Opening of Parliament in more than two decades. It was also the most legislation-heavy speech since 2005, with its 40 bills being the highest number to be announced at a State Opening
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What was in the King's Speech? All 40 Labour bills explained
The King has delivered a speech laying out 40 bills which Keir Starmer’s Labour government will aim to bring forward. The monarch delivered the speech, which lasted around 13 minutes, in the House of Lords, before MPs moved to the Commons ahead
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Police appeal for wanted man with links to Bolton
Greater Manchester Police (GMP) are asking for the public’s help to find a wanted man with links to Bolton. Dean Smith has links to Atherton, Leigh, Tyldesley and Bolton, as well as the town of Garstang in Lancashire. Sign up to our newsletters
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Bolton Wanderers fans offered four kits designs to choose from for 2025/26
WANDERERS have offered supporters the chance to vote on the design of their home shirt for the 2025/26 season in an online poll. Four options have been put up for vote on the official website, entitled (from left to right in picture): Abstract,
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Frustration as a Bolton park has been overgrown since May
Locals have been forced to maintain a “well-used” Astley Bridge park which has become overgrown. Andrew Lane Park has according to local residents been “neglected with knee-high grass and weeds” despite calls to mow it. Cllr Hilary Fairclough
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Lloyds Bank rolling out homelessness 'pilot scheme' that could affect customers
Lloyds Bank is rolling out a social housing "pilot scheme" next month. The banking giant confirmed that it will start converting its disused office sites into social housing from next month. The bank is launching the programme with a decommissioned
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Can dogs get sunburnt? PDSA shares advice for pet owners
When the warmer weather hits, you might remember to protect yourself but it’s also important that our dogs are cared for. Since dogs have fur, pet owners might not know how to keep their dogs safe in the sun. The PDSA has posted some helpful
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Lucy Meacock to leave ITV’s Granada Reports after 36 years
ITV reporter Lucy Meacock has announced she will leave Granada Reports after 36 years as the main presenter on the show. Meacock, 64, who began her broadcasting career at Tyne Tees TV, presents the regional news programme, based in Salford, Greater
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Mourners say farewell to Tommy Banks, a true Wanderer
AT the height of his playing fame in the fifties, the mere mention of Tommy Banks’s name was enough to send the greatest footballers in the land running to the physio’s room for cover. This morning, hundreds of Bolton Wanderers fans joined his
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Forecast for Bolton amid return of warm weather at weekend
Bolton's temperatures are to rise to the mid 20s amid the return of warm weather across the UK this weekend. It comes after a cool, cloudy start to summer with a weather warning for rain as recent as the start of this week. According to the
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Expert shares budget-friendly 52p hack that keeps rats away from your garden
Finding rats in your garden is less than ideal and you might be wondering how to get rid of them. If you are, you could try using the 52p hack that is said to keep them away from your garden. The Sun has shared a simple tip from an expert for
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Metrolink stop plans at Elton Reservoir as part of major housing development
A new Metrolink stop for Elton Reservoir ahead of a huge housing development set to be built in the area has been put forward in fresh plans. The tram stop has been proposed as part of major plans to construct 3,500 homes, two new primary schools
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Man arrested after 'crack and heroin' allegedly found in car
A man was arrested after police say they caught him with crack cocaine, heroin and cash in his car. The man was stopped yesterday in Bolton on Tuesday July 16. Officers say that as well as being caught with the crack cocaine and heroin, he
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Rise in car number plate thefts in this area of Bolton
Thieves are stealing car number plates in Farnworth, an area where there have also been a spate of car thefts. Now police have issued advice on how to deter thieves from targeting their vehicles. Number plates can be used for various illicit
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Jet2, TUI, easyJet and Ryanair remind Brits about alcohol policy on aircraft
Earlier this week, Jet2 reminded its passengers of how serious the consequences of "disruptive passenger behaviour" can be. A woman was jailed for four months having drunk duty-free booze and lit up a cigarette on one of its flights. Summer
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Couple barred from Ryanair and treated 'like criminals' over passport tea stain
A couple claim Ryanair escorted them out of the airport like 'criminals' after barring them from flying - as one had a 'tea stain' on her passport. Rory Allen jetted off from East Midlands Airport with his 35-year-old girlfriend Nina Wilkins for
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Everything to know on series 2 of Channel 4's Suspect starring Anne-Marie Duff
A second series of the Channel 4 thriller Suspect is set to air soon, with Anne-Marie Duff leading the cast this time around. The first series debuted back in 2022 which followed James Nesbitt's Danny Frater investigating the death of his daughter
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EastEnders brings back another Albert Square legend ahead of 40th anniversary
BBC EastEnders has confirmed that another legend of Albert Square will be back to mark the soap's 40th anniversary. Michael French, who plays the character David Wicks last appeared on the BBC soap in 2014 but will be back "for a short stint” later
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Does having a driveway increase the value of your home? Find out here
There are a number of ways households across the UK can increase the value of their properties. These often include improvements like loft conversions but installing new features on the outside of your home can also have an impact on its market
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UK to finally get a summer as mini heatwave to scorch regions this weekend
After weeks of mixed weather and a lot of rain, it looks like summer is finally here as weather forecasts predict a mini heatwave is on its way. This weekend, parts of the UK will have temperatures rising to as high as 30C. The long-awaited
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Big-hitting Lever set up home Hamer Cup final
Little Lever will host Read in this season’s Hamer Cup final. Lever defeated Astley Bridge in their semi-final on Sunday. Batting first, professional Sam Fanning (50) and overseas amateur Nipun Gaikwad (91) provided a first-wicket century partnership
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Investigation launched into water company after 'storm overflow' sewage spills
An investigation has been launched into Bolton’s main water supplier after concerns over “storm overflows.” This week watchdog Ofwat announced that it was opening an enforcement case into United Utilities, which provides water across Bolton and
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Man with 'flagrant disregard for court orders' drove while banned
A Bolton man has been penalised for driving while disqualified. Vincent Murray was behind the wheel of a Skoda Fabia on Chorley New Road in the town last month. The 61-year-old had no insurance of the vehicle and was banned from driving.
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Man who stole from Boots and Morrisons penalised by court
A Bolton man has been penalised for two thefts. Timothy Fenemore stole haircare vitamins from Boots in Crompton Place in the centre of the town last month. The total value of the items was £180. In May this year he stole Prosecco worth
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Work being done to keep people safe in town centre as rape investigation continues
Police are continuing to investigate a report of a rape in Bolton town centre as Bolton Council stress work is being done to keep people safe. Officers had cordoned off an area off Churchbank taking in a secluded footpath which runs behind Bolton
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The funniest doctor in medicine is honoured.... as he made a Doctor again
The funniest doctor in medicine took to the stage again to address students at their graduation ceremonies — as he was once again made a Doctor. Nursing and midwifery students from the University of Bolton celebrated their achievements as they
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Ex-partner's chilling threats to woman who was murdered
A woman who was murdered by her ex-partner told police he had threatened to “have her head on a spike” and “throw acid in her face” the month before she died, but it was not deemed a high risk situation. Regan Tierney was killed by her partner
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Well loved and respected head retires after more than 30 years incredible service
One of Bolton’s most highly respected and well-loved headteachers is retiring this week after more than three decades of service. Ann Webster first joined Sharples School in 1990 and has spent the last seven years as headteacher. Her time at
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'Supermarket wars' erupt as Lidl and Tesco object to plans for new store
Both Tesco and Lidl have objected to plans for a new Aldi superstore. Proposals for the supermarket at the Paragon business park in Horwich are set to go before Bolton council’s planning committee on Thursday, July 18. The discount supermarket
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Fine food, drink and entertainment coming to town for first ever festival
Fine food, drink and entertainment including live music will be on show in Ramsbottom this weekend for the launch of a new festival. Ramsbottom Rotary club member Jim Hurst said he had the idea to bring an event to the town after visiting a food
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Mystery surrounds disappearance of 'small but significant' historic artefact
Mystery surrounds the disappearance of an historic artefact from a street. The marker stone, had been in place on Ashworth Lane in Astley Bridge, for an estimated 200 years, according to local residents.. The foot high marker has just disappeared
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Wanderers must beat rivals to secure double transfer coup of Dembele and McAtee
WANDERERS face stiff competition if they are going to pull off an ambitious double transfer deal for Karamoko Dembele and John McAtee. The Bolton News understands that Ian Evatt has targeted the attacking pair as the ideal additions to his squad
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Employment support service expanded into Bolton
The Salvation Army's Employment Plus service has expanded into Bolton as more jobseekers require support in finding employment. The charity's team, which provides personalised employment support, now operates in Bolton as part of its first phase
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Sex offender jailed for repeat offences after hundreds of indecent images found
A Bolton man who was placed on the sex offenders register continued to view indecent images of children. Steven Worrall of Arthur Street, Little Lever, was given a three year community order for sexual offences in 2019. But the 31-year-old
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Restaurant announces date it will close after 20 years
A long-established Indian neighbourhood restaurant has announced when it will close. Lagan in Ladybridge revealed to its customers in February that it would close later this year. The restaurant has served its community for over 20 years,
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Murder mystery night on the menu at Bolton Food and Drink Festival
A murder mystery night will be on the menu at Bolton Food and Drink Festival this August Bank Holiday. Dinner guests can enjoy 'Sheer Luck Holmes' on August 24, an immersive show that will keep them guessing. The fun show will take place on
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'We can ensure our children have a safe summer': Developer's urgent warning
A developer is urging youngsters to stay away from construction site this summer. Barratt Homes has issued the warning after a survey by The Royal College of Occupational Therapists involving 2,000 UK parents, 46 per cent expressed concern over
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'You are the network generation': Pupils spurred by 'successful' boss's speech
Boys at Bolton School have been encouraged to embrace being the "network generation" in a speech by a former pupil at the annual prizegiving ceremony. Barry Nightingale, a successful entrepreneur who has worked with Betfred, EasyGroup and We Buy
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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. Jacob Stanley Carter (Image: GMP) JACOB STANLEY CARTER, 18, is wanted on a warrant for failing to appear at Manchester Magistrates Court. Cameron Byrne
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Bolton Wanderers' Women squad shaping up well for new season challenge
WANDERERS Women have established the mainstay of the squad they hope can challenge for promotion this season. With pre-season training now officially underway at Lostock and a new deal signed to play their home games at Atherton Colls’ Skuna Stadium
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Demand for 'gold plated spend' report branded 'ridiculous' and 'insulting'
A report demanding Bolton Council cut "gold-plated" spending has been branded “ridiculous” and “insulting.” This comes after the previous government wrote to councils across the country demanding they reduce "wasteful" or as it was termed in the
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Extra homes approved as hotels cost Bolton '£100 a night' for homeless families
More than a dozen extra homes across Bolton will be leased to support people facing homelessness. This comes after a report last week revealed that as many as 50 families are being put up in chain hotels around the borough at any one time, costing