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Police tape off road after car flips on its side in 5 car crash
A road was taped off this evening following a crash which left a car on its side. The crash happened on Ainsworth Lane, Tonge Moor, just before 11pm. (Image: Phil Taylor) A number of parked cars were damaged in the crash. One eye witness
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Bolton boxer's stunning victory in Olympic Games taking her through to the next round
Bolton boxer Cindy Ngamba is through to the quarter-finals of the of the women’s 75kg boxing after defeating Canadian opponent Tammara Thibeault. Cindy, who moved to Bolton at the age of 11, scored the first win the IOC Refugee Olympic Team.
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You may be asked to leave this area as dispersal order in place for THIRD night
For the third night in a row, a dispersal order is in place in Over Hulton (July 31) in a police bid to tackle anti-social behaviour. The order is in place, in an area outlined in the map provided, until 11pm this evening. Inspector Maddocks
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TV Licence £1,000 fine warning for millions of Netflix viewers
Millions of Netflix viewers in the UK have been warned they could face fines of up to £1,000 if they do not have a TV licence. Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence if they watch or record live TV, regardless of what
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What is the meaning behind category A, B and C indecent images? Legal firm explains
More than 100,000 child abuse crimes were recorded by UK police forces between 2016 and 2021 with a large number being in connection with indecent images of children. There is no legal definition of an ‘indecent image', according to Reed Solicitors
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What happened to some of the biggest lottery winners in the UK?
Dozens of British lottery players have become multi-millionaires overnight with some winning close to £200 million. Thousands of people across the country take part in The National Lottery's Lotto game as well as the EuroMillions. While there
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Warning over little-known rule when filling up at Tesco petrol station
Drivers are being made aware of a little-known rule in place at Tesco petrol stations. While filling up your vehicle with fuel should be fairly straightforward, those looking to fill up anything else should be wary of the obscure regulation.
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BBC shares statement as Huw Edwards pleads guilty to 'abhorrent' child sex offences
The BBC has said it is "shocked" at former presenter Huw Edwards' "abhorrent behaviour" after he admitted to accessing indecent photographs of children as young as seven. 62-year-old Edwards arrived at Westminster Magistrates’ Court today (July
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Man tied up at home at knifepoint with own shoelaces in 'case of mistaken identity'
A Ramsbottom man was tied up with his own shoelaces in his home at knifepoint "in what appears to have been a case of mistaken identity". At around 1.30pm on Sunday, May 28 last year, James Lamb entered a property on Brierley Street in Bury where
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Woman jailed after pensioner left with serious injury in cash point robbery
A woman has been jailed after robbing an older man leaving him with a fractured hip. Jody Ainsworth, of no fixed abode, was sentenced to three years and four months imprisonment after pleading guilty to robbing an 81-year-old man. Bolton Crown
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Bolton man caught on CCTV dumping hoard of rubbish
A Bolton man has been prosecuted after being caught on camera dumping a hoard of rubbish. Abdou Salam Bocoum, of Thornbank North, was captured dumping cardboard, plastic trays and other waste on Cambridge Street in Salford in March last year.
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Ex-BBC presenter Huw Edwards pleads guilty to having indecent images of children
Former BBC presenter Huw Edwards has pleaded guilty to making indecent images of children. The veteran broadcaster admitted having 41 images on WhatsApp, including seven of the most serious type. Westminster Magistrates’ Court heard the offences
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Police release statement after incident at Bolton town hall
Police were called to Bolton town hall after reports a man was acting aggressively in the One Stop Shop. Officers were called just before 10.30am and arrested a man on suspicion of common assault. Read more: The names and faces of Bolton's
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Stoke boss Steven Schumacher's strong praise for Wanderers
Stoke City boss Steven Schumacher reckons Wanderers are “as good as a Championship team”. The Potters ran out 1-0 winners at the Toughsheet Community Stadium thanks to Million Manhoef’s goal in the first half. Schumacher only had positive things
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Bolton residents told to reduce activity in air pollution alert
Vulnerable residents have been warned to limit outdoor activity today (Wednesday, July 31) due to increased air pollution. It comes as Bolton has been warned with a yellow alert for thunderstorms on Thursday. A text message alert sent out by
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Ted Lasso to BBC Radio 2 - Full line-up for Celebrity Race Across The World 2024
The BBC has confirmed which four celebrities will be taking part in series 2 of the popular Celebrity Race Across The World 2024. In the new series, the four stars will embark on a 12,500 km race across South America along with a family member
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Ex-BBC presenter Huw Edwards to appear in court on indecent images charges
Former BBC presenter Huw Edwards is due to appear in court charged with making indecent images of children. The 62-year-old is alleged to have committed the three offences between December 2020 and April 2022. The veteran broadcaster is accused
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British couple flew to Mallorca for 8 hours to sunbath on a beach for just £47
A couple sick of a "washout British summer" flew from the UK to Mallorca to spend eight hours sunbathing on the beach - and paid just £47. Paul Calcutt, 53, and his wife, Julieanne, 54, say their trip was cheaper than getting the train to London
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'Check your change': The rare 50p sold for more than £150 on eBay
Everyone is being urged to check their change for a rare 50p coin after one sold for more than 300 times its face value at auction this week. The coin, a Kew Gardens 250th anniversary coin, sold for £152 on online auction site eBay. It is one
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Theatre offering people chance to drop in and chat
The Octagon Theatre is welcoming people in to enjoy a chat and drink with other people in its Kitchen & Bar. The theatre is the latest host venue for the Talkin' Tables initiative, which provides a friendly area where people can meet and connect
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Ian Evatt gives Will Forrester injury update plus three players close to return
WILL Forrester has become the latest Wanderers player to be struck down by injury this summer. The defender looks set to miss out on a return to his former club Port Vale this weekend after rolling his ankle on the training ground on Monday.
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How do triathlon events at the Paris Olympics 2024 work? All you need to know
We are now well into the swing of the Paris Olympics 2024 and Team GB are off to a flying start. More gold medals for Great Britain at the Olympics were claimed on day four in the Men's 4x200m Freestyle Relay for swimming and the Men's Trap for
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Keir Starmer condemns 'violence and thuggery' after unrest near Southport mosque
Keir Starmer has condemned the "violence and thuggery" that took place last night (Tuesday, July 30) after unrest occurred near a mosque in Southport. This happened hours after a vigil took place to remember the victims of a knife attack in which
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Burglary and vehicle crime hotspots in west of town revealed
Police have revealed the crime hotspots in the west of Bolton, with Horwich and Daisy Hill being highlighted as problematic areas. Data has been revealed for the month of June. During this time there were 31 reports of residential burglaries
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Powers to order shop closures could be 'game changing' for Bolton
Powers to force shops that have been operating illegally to close could be “game changing” in Bolton. Just last month the Ranya Market on Market Street, Farnworth, was ordered to close for three months by Bolton Council after illegal tobacco was
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Footballing legends help launch new anti-racism campaign
A new campaign which aims to tackle the scrounge of racism in society was launched in Bolton. And in an emotional appeal to people, the parents of a young boy who took his own life because of bullying urged the audience to share their message so
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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. Damien Ellison (Image: GMP) DAMIEN ELLISON, 46, is wanted for breach of court order at Wigan and Leigh Magistrates Court. Samoweel Yaboub (Image: GMP)
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Ban for wine business boss after Covid loan given to firm 'not entitled' to it
A wine business boss has been disqualified from being a director after his firm obtained a Covid bounce back loan (BBL) it was ineligible for, a report has found. Ian Richards, whose last known address was Windermere Drive, Ramsbottom, caused Richards
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Plans to revive ex-post office building after period of being out of use
A former post office in Bolton could be turned into a convenience shop after plans were submitted to the council. The business, which is at 95 Manchester Road in Kearsley, is set to become a grocery store. The store was the home of Kearsley
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'Much-needed' resurfacing works to take place, with road to close for week
A residential road which is used as a cut-through will close next month for resurfacing works. New Chapel Lane in Horwich is a popular shortcut that links the two main roads between the town and Bolton, Chorley New Road and Chorley Old Road.
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Firm achieves mark of excellence for its Bolton depot
A bus operator has achieved accreditation at its Bolton depot. Diamond Bus North West has achieved ISO 45001/14001 recognition for all its sites across the region. The announcement follows the successful accreditation of the firm's Eccles Depot
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Bolton boxer set to fight in Olympics this afternoon
An Olympian who arrived as a refugee in Bolton at the age of 11 is set to take to the ring this afternoon. Cindy Ngamba started boxing aged 15, training at the Elite Gym in Halliwell. For the past two years, she has been training with the GB
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Town hall expects to make £2.5M after denying land sales have been 'dialled down'
Town hall officials expect to make around £2.5M from land sales this year. In recent years Bolton Council has sold off land across the borough through the Strategic Asset Management Plan, known as SAMP. But questions were raised at the council
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Bolton's target to build hundreds of new homes every year
Bolton currently has a target to build more than 700 new homes every year, with plans possible set to be reviewed later this year. The targets were discussed after Bolton Council agreed to adopt the Places for Everyone earlier this year, a blueprint
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Extinction Rebellion invites public to 'Climate Café' events in heart of Bolton
A “climate café” in Bolton town centre has been backed with a new funding source to help continue promoting environmental issues. The café has been run by the Bolton branch of Extinction Rebellion at the Albert Halls since September last year.
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Local vet urges cat owners to act to avoid £500 fine
Bolton's cat owners could face £500 fines if they don't microchip their pets, warns Walkden's White Cross Vets. The warning was issued after new laws requiring all cats to be microchipped became effective in June. Despite the legislation's
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In Market Place, tiny trains and railway stations come to life
Behind an unmarked Market Place storefront, Bolton Model Railway Society is a train lover's paradise. Hulking models crowd the room, with tiny trains going past quarries, forests and tunnels. Members work quietly, setting rails. The stations
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Wanderers apply for retrospective planning permission for buildings at training site
Bolton Wanderers have applied for retrospective planning permission for nine buildings at its training academy, which was built in 2008. In the past week an application has been lodged with the council for changing rooms, offices, a canteen, kitchen
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Former Wanderers pair Jackson and Bakayoko find new clubs
Former Wanderers duo Ben Jackson and Amadou Bakayoko have found new clubs ahead of the upcoming season. Jackson has joined Barrow from Huddersfield for an undisclosed fee, putting pen to paper over a three-year deal at Holker Street. The 23
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Bolton tram cancellation decision ‘could be revisited’ says MP
Bolton politicians have given their reactions after the chancellor announced a range of cuts in a speech on Monday, July 29. Chancellor Rachel Reeves said the previous government had ‘covered up’ a ‘£22 billion hole’ in spending. The cuts will
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Bolton born investment banker 'honoured' with new top international job
An investment banker from Bolton says he is honoured to have been appointed to a major new role. Former Mount St Joseph pupil Daanish Hussain, from Farnworth, has already established himself as one of the UK’s most promising investment bankers.
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Local motorway service station named as one of UK's top five
Charnock Richard (Northbound) has been named as the fifth highest-rated service station in the UK by motorists. The ratings are part of an analysis by the motoring experts at Moneybarn Car Finance who used TripAdvisor reviews to rank service stations
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SME manufacturers in Bolton join forces for digital growth
Bolton's small and medium-sized manufacturers are set to benefit from a new peer network launched by Made Smarter North West. The Digital Champions Network aims to boost technology adoption through shared learning and experience among businesses
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Bolton School responds as Labour introduces VAT for private schools
Bolton School is not increasing its fees by more than five per cent a year despite the introduction of VAT for private schools as of the New Year. The government announced it is introducing the 20 per cent tax for private schools as of January
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'Delays and broken promises' on review of controversial junction scheme
Yet more questions have been asked about “delays and broken promises” on a review on a controversial junction scheme. This comes after four sets of traffic lights were brought in to replace a zebra crossing at the junctions of Chorley Old Road,
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'No protection' - Evatt frustration at Josh Sheehan treatment in Stoke friendly
IAN Evatt claimed midfielder Josh Sheehan was “targeted” by Stoke City in last night’s 1-0 friendly defeat at the Toughsheet Stadium. The Welsh midfielder found himself on the end of several fouls throughout the game but was booked himself when
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The Last Word - Hear from Ian Evatt, Luke Southwood on 1-0 defeat to Stoke City
Hear from Ian Evatt, Luke Southwood and The Bolton News' chief football writer Marc Iles on Wanderers' 1-0 defeat to Stoke City in their penultimate pre-season friendly.