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RECAP: Motorway in Bolton closed both ways due to 'police incident'
2:11pm Police have said a 24-year-old man died on the M61 yesterday, which saw the motorway closed off. Full story below
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Driver who hit 12-year-old boy on motorway cleared of dangerous driving
A driver who hit a 12-year-old boy as he ran across a motorway has been cleared of dangerous driving. Prosecutors accepted that Shahid Ilyas, 48, from Farnworth, was not responsible for the death of Callum Rycroft, who died on the M62 in West Yorkshire
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Northern taking two more to court over invalid Railcard tickets
Train operator Northern is set to take two more people to court after they used tickets purchased with a Railcard before 10am – just days after the Department for Transport ordered the company to review similar cases. It comes just days after a
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'We’re safe!' Bolton mayor shares update amid Hurricane Milton in Florida
The mayor of Bolton has confirmed he and the mayoress are safe following their trip to Florida amid the devastating impact that Hurricane Milton is causing. Cllr Andy Morgan and his partner Karen Holdsworth were forced to leave Sanibel Island,
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Everything you need to know ahead of FA Cup first-round draw
Wanderers will be in the hat for the FA Cup first round draw next week. Here are all the details you need. The draw is scheduled to take place at 7pm on Monday, October 14 and will be broadcast live on BBC Two. The Whites have been allocated
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'Drink up!' Hundreds of beers on tap at Bolton drink festival
More than 200 beers, wines and spirits will be available at a festival this weekend in Bolton. The 30th Bolton Beer Festival in Middlebrook’s Toughsheet Stadium raises funds for Bolton Lads’ and Girls’ Club. The event started on Thursday, October
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Nlundulu keen to build on Cambridge goals after tough start
Dan Nlundulu is eager to “kick on” at Cambridge after scoring his first couple of goals for the U’s. Nlundulu headed to the Abbey Stadium on loan in search of regular minutes after a frustrating spell with injuries. The 25-year-old got off
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ITV announces huge change to when you can watch Coronation Street and Emmerdale
ITV has announced a major change to when fans of Coronation Street and Emmerdale can watch the soaps. The broadcaster said that the programmes would be available to watch earlier than usual online. The two shows will both be available to stream
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Police detain man in Bolton town centre
Police detained a man in Bolton town centre today, Friday. Officers were sent to Knowsley Street at around 10.30am and a police car and van could be seen parked on the street. Read more: Bolton Wanderers fan given football match ban order
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Wanderers Women staying grounded ahead of Radcliffe clash
Wanderers Women are keeping their feet firmly on the ground after climbing to the top of the table. Myles Smith’s side recorded an emphatic 9-0 victory against Hindley last weekend, which saw them move three points clear of second-place Penrith
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Hill is not expecting easy clash with Skem
Daisy Hill have no game tomorrow, but are back in action on Monday night when they host Skelmersdale United in the first round of the North West Counties League’s Edward Case Cup (7.45pm). Lee Hill’s men got back to winning ways after picking up
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Bolton town centre Greggs bakery closed temporarily
UPDATE: The store has now reopened. A Bolton town centre bakery has been closed this morning, Friday. Greggs on Deansgate is closed for business, with the shutters in front of its doors down. A notice on the shutter advises it will reopen
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NHS issues urgent self-isolation guidance amid surge in Covid cases
The NHS has issued guidance for Brits if they experience symptoms during the latest surge in Covid cases. Experts explained how to best manage the illness, which includes avoiding certain common nighttime habits. The XEC strain was first detected
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Martin Lewis issues 'important warning' to thousands missing out on £2,000
Martin Lewis has issued an “important warning” to anyone aged under 22 who could be missing out on more than £2,000. The Money Saving Expert is alerting thousands of people aged between 18 and 22 of unclaimed Child Trust Funds they may have in
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PICTURES: Best of Northern Lights over Bolton last night
The pink and green hues of the Aurora Borealis, known as the Northern Lights, were visible to Boltonians last night. From Doffcocker to Belmont, plenty of snaps were captured of the solar phenomenon. Belmont Reservoir Lee Jevy took this
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Perseverence pays off as U14s get better of Manchester side
Bolton RUFC’s Under-14s delivered an impressive performance to earn a 26-21 victory over Manchester. They were particularly good in the first half, showcasing strong tackling, sharp passing, and powerful runs. James Peters was outstanding in
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Will the Northern Lights be visible in the UK again tonight?
Last night, the UK was treated to a stunning display of the Northern Lights, from north Wales to Kent. Stunning pictures captured the aurora borealis across the UK, filling the sky with pink and green hues. The northern lights are a series
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Boxer Cindy honoured at Sporting Equals Awards
Bolton-based Olympic bronze medallist, Cindy Ngamba, has picked up an illustrious award after her achievements in the Paris Games this year. Ngamba was recognised as the first refugee athlete to win an Olympic medal with the honour of HewardMills
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Amazons get in some good rugby in preparation for cup
Bolton Amazons girls Under-14’s rugby team made the short journey to Rochdale last Sunday for friendly warm-up games in preparation for round two of cup games in the next few weeks. The Bolton team were joined by seven girls from Glossop to make
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Family house could become children's home - And other plans put in across Bolton
A family house could be set to be transformed into a children’s home. If approved, the house on France Street in Westhoughton could be turned into a two bedroom “therapeutic children’s home.” You can see the application for yourself by going
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Bolton Wanderers fan given football match ban order after Germany Euros disorder
A Bolton Wanderers fan has been banned from attending football matches following disorder during the Euros. Callum Seddon, of Sankey Bridges, Warrington, was handed a four-year football banning order after incidents in Germany over the summer.
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Dame Laura Kenny's search for 'unsung heroes' after her sporting success
The BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2024 is back, and the search for the next Unsung Heroes has begun. The awards, which are 'the biggest and longest-running in the sporting calendar,' will return to Salford in December to celebrate the year's
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Student accommodation set to be sold for £20m
A Bolton student accommodation scheme is set to be sold for more than £20 million. Allsop, a UK property consultancy, has been appointed to manage the sale of Orlando Village, the only approved University of Bolton accommodation for the next 15
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Plans revealed for abandoned historic school
Bolton council has revealed plans for bringing the abandoned technical school building on Mawdsley Street back into use. The former Bolton Technical School, which is in the Mawdsley Street conservation area, close to Nelson Square, is currently
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Bolton company’s starring role in emotional Coronation Street storyline
A Bolton company has made an appearance in an episode of the long-running ITV soap opera Coronation Street. In August, Dale Peter, who owns LED Glow Party Hire, announced that the company was set to make an appearance in a nationally broadcast
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How Northern trains will tackle leaves on the line problem this autumn
Northern has spent nine months preparing to tackle the "big problem" of fallen leaves on the line. The train operator has said it is ready to tackle the issue, which can cause delays and longer journey times. Seasonal performance improvement
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Patient shares concerns over breast clinic signage confusion
A patient at a breast cancer clinic has shared her concerns about a lack of signage potentially “putting off” new visitors. The screening service is located at Radcliffe Primary Care Centre on Church Street. Racquelle Vallance, 58, from Prestwich
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Bolton Wanderers boss explains plan for experienced midfielder Scott Arfield
WANDERERS are treading carefully with experienced midfielder Scott Arfield, knowing his footballing calendar has been turned upside down in recent years. The 35-year-old has been used sparingly at the start of the League One campaign following
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Why life under Craig Bellamy with Wales is not what you'd think - Josh Sheehan
JOSH Sheehan is relishing the chance to impress new Wales boss Craig Bellamy – and potentially bring some tips and tricks back to Bolton too. The midfielder hopes to help his country continue a bright start made in the previous Nations League camp
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The Buff Podcast presents: When the red mist descends
This week's episode of The Buff Podcast comes to you from the naughty step, submerged in hot water and treading a disciplinary tightrope. Ian Evatt's red card against Shrewsbury Town has got the whole fanbase talking - and the outcome of his disciplinary
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Senior councillor quits Labour Party over its stance on war in Gaza
A senior Labour councillor has quit the party after decades of membership over its handling of the war in Gaza. Cllr Kevin McKeon currently sits on Horwich Town Council and has previously served in cabinet level positions with the Labour group
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Bolton firm's big break at Octagon Theatre
An accountancy firm has been selected by a theatre to be its auditor and advisor. Cowgills has been appointed by the Octagon Theatre in Bolton to take on this role. The theatre reopened in May 2021 following a major redevelopment but was established
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More opposition over plan for charges on green bin garden waste pick ups
Controversial plans to bring in charges to pick up garden waste from houses across Bolton have run into further opposition. The proposal will see households have to opt in to pay a fee of £45 a year to have their garden waste picked up from green
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Exceptional student recognised for her achievements at special ceremony
Hard work does not go unrecognised. Just ask bright young thing Tegan Pilling who was awarded the 2024 Westhoughton Rotary Club Tony Budd Jubilee Bursary Award after her exceptional results in this summer's GCSE examinations. She received top
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KIRITH ENTWISTLE: 'Our town centre should be the crown jewel of Bolton'
Parliament wasn't in session the last few weeks while the parties had their annual conferences. As fun as conference is, I’ve been glad of the time back in Bolton because it means I can spend real time with local residents and organisations and
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Do you remember saucy nights out at Clouseau's in Bolton?
Ooh! La! La! A Bolton nightspot had come up with a saucy way to attract customers on Monday nights in 1987. Preparing for the first French night at Clouseau's night club Bolton 1987 Clouseau’s on Mawdsley Street was bringing the Parisienne
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More than half of construction workers 'at risk of dehydration'
A survey has revealed that more than 64 per cent of construction workers are at risk of dehydration. The charity Construction Sport's survey found that nearly two-thirds of construction workers do not drink the recommended daily water intake, which
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Bolton's hidden gem where you can enjoy guilt free shopping
On a busy corner of Knowsley Street, Bolton’s ethical shopping hub is hidden in a church's side door. Justicia – a shop with all Fairtrade products – is in the United Reformed Church of St Andrew and St George. It is packed with guilt-free
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United Utilities on the lookout for 56 graduates to join team
United Utilities is looking for 56 new graduates to join its award-winning career scheme in 2025. The North West water company has vacancies across the region, including new roles in technology, project controls, and reservoir engineering.
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Olympic medallist delivers 'powerful message' to children at Bolton primary school
A Bolton Olympian has delivered a ‘powerful message’ to primary school students in the borough. Paris 2024 bronze medallist Cindy Ngamba visited Gilnow Primary School on Monday, October 7. The Olympian – who got her start aged 14 at Bolton
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Scheme for £11m housing development over 'brownfield land' announced
An £11m housing scheme has been put forward to build more than 40 new homes for rent on brownfield land. The plans, lodged by Great Places Housing Group, aim to create the 43 homes on a site just off Belford Drive in Great Lever. If approved
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Bolton Council's late night levy approved unanimously
A Bolton town centre late night levy is to take action from February 1 after it was approved by councillors at the town hall unanimously. The tax on those with a late night licence is one way to tackle anti-social behaviour and criminal behaviour
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Historic home to be partially closed for repairs with 2 main rooms to stay open
A historic hall will be partially closed for two months of “imminent works” from next week with two main rooms to remain open to the public. Rock Hall in Farnworth will begin refurbishment works next week which will last until December. But
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Son of legendary Bolton steeplejack Fred Dibnah honoured after restoring locomotive
The son of a legendary Bolton steeplejack has been honoured after restoring a locomotive. Jack Dibnah, son of the late great Fred Dibnah MBE, acquired a Kerr Stuart 0-4-0ST Witch class locomotive in 2020. The locomotive, built in 1926, was
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Pub with 'people person' landlady and 5 pound 10-inch pizzas
“Not everybody has someone to go home to so I like to make it nice” This week’s pub is in the centre of Horwich with a new landlady who prides herself on helping others, even starting a food bank. The Bowling Green has a batch of friendly regulars
