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Deliveroo offering free coffee from the likes of Caffe Nero this week - how to claim
Deliveroo is giving customers the chance to claim a free coffee this week. The Deliveroo offer is available now, and will run until Sunday (October 20) in celebration of National Coffee Week. Customers will be able to claim a free coffee from
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What is the easiest way to unblock a toilet without using a plunger?
There is nothing worse than a blocked toilet but finding a way to deal with this quickly can be challenging, especially if you don't have a plunger. If you've only got one bathroom or have guests coming over, dealing with this problem right away
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The One Show reveals Vernon Kay's starring role in this year's BBC Children In Need
Vernon Kay and Rochelle Humes will join the presenting line-up for the BBC Children In Need appeal show. The pair are set to host alongside Paralympian Ade Adepitan, comedian Mel Giedroyc, presenter Chris Ramsay and actor Lenny Rush live from MediaCityUK
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Success for Bolton shoplifting team after 27 arrested over two-month period
It has been a successful two months for Bolton police, who have made dozens of arrests in connection with shoplifting offences. Across August and September, the team secured 27 arrests, from which 50 charges were brought – 38 for shoplifting /
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When was asbestos banned in the UK? Everything you need to know
The dangers of asbestos are widely known with the material being linked to a number of serious conditions such as asbestosis. Because of this, the material is banned in the United Kingdom, meaning it cannot be used in construction. Despite
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Pubs are the new health hubs, research reveals
It is said that a problem shared is a problem halved, and more and more people see their local pub as a community hub where they can offload their personal problems and fears about their health. In fact, over one-in-three (36%) are more likely
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HMRC to crackdown on parents who've 'gifted' children money in past 7 years
Sir Keir Starmer's Labour government are considering a possible crackdown on "inheritance tax" which could decrease HMRC relief for parents who gift children money. Inheritance tax is paid on the estates of people who have sadly passed away.
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O2 offering more than £1000 for old mobiles and other devices - how to claim
O2 is offering more than £1000 for old mobile phones, tablets and other devices as part of its recycle service. The O2 service first launched back in 2009 and has seen more than 3.8 million devices sustainably recycled, with over £320 million paid
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When do the clocks change in 2024 and why?
With winter drawing in, the days are getting shorter and shorter and November is fast approaching. To make up for the shortening days, the clocks will go back across the UK to give us an extra hour of much needed sunlight as we approach the darker
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Paddy McGuinness reveals what is keeping him going as he prepares for epic challenge
Forget pedal power — it's people power which is keeping Bolton's Paddy McGuinness on track as he prepares for his epic Children in Need charity. Paddy will be taking part in a 300 mile bike ride on a modified chopper. The Bolton lad will start
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Late Barlow penalty sends Daisy Hill through at Skem’s expense
Kaiden Barlow’s successfully converted penalty 10 minutes from time earned Daisy Hill a hard fought 1-0 win against Skelmersdale United in the Edward Case Cup first round at the Plumb Factory Stadium on Monday night. A keenly-contested tie was
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Bolton Wanderers' complete history in the first round of the FA Cup
THOUGH FA Cup first round football is something Wanderers fans have become more accustomed to in recent years, it is still a relatively rare phenomenon through the club’s rich history in the competition. League Two Walsall will host Bolton in November
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Weather warning issued with overnight flood risk in Bolton
A flood warning has been issued ahead of expected heavy rain overnight in Bolton and surrounding areas. The Met Office has forecasted that there is due to be heavy spells of rain from 6pm tonight, Tuesday, which may lead to flooding, power outages
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Police seize vehicle as crackdown continues in Bolton
Police seized a vehicle in Astley Bridge after officers say checks revealed the driver had no insurance. The car was seized under the Road Traffic Act, according to the force – with the driver fined. Section 165A of the Road Traffic Act gives
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What is Martyn’s Law? How the public could be better protected from terrorism
Martyn’s Law has progressed in the House of Commons as MPs voted to approve the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill at its second reading and it will now face further scrutiny. The public safety law was named after Martyn Hett, 29, who died
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Up to 760,000 set to miss out on Winter Fuel Payment despite being eligible
As many as 760,000 may be missing out on a benefit worth up to £3,900 a year, while also missing out on becoming eligible for the Winter Fuel Payment. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has revealed that last year, 760,000 families who
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HMRC pension warning as deadline to boost your State Pension approaches
More than 10,000 people have boosted their state pensions by a combined £12.5 million in the last six months, HMRC has revealed. More than 10,000 payments worth £12.5 million have been made through the new digital service to boost people’s State
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Unemployed obese people to be given weight loss jabs to help return to work
The government has shared suggestions to give weight loss jabs to unemployed people to help them get back into work, Wes Streeting has suggested. The Health Secretary described the "widening waistbands" as a placing a burden on the NHS. Currently
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Four-goal Sheppard turns mini ‘Flatcap’ derby Colls’ way
Atherton Collieries Under-18s confirmed progression to the next round of the Lancashire County Youth Cup with a comfortable 5-0 ‘Flatcap’ derby win against Laburnum Rovers at the Dreams2Reality Stadium on Sunday. In-form striker Liam Sheppard collected
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Joy for Bolton Futsal Club star after her England call-up
A teenage Bolton Futsal Club goalkeeper has been called up to represent England. Nineteen-year-old Joy Low helped Bolton become National Futsal Series women’s league champions for the 2023/24 season and is now set for international honours.
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Ashton strike late on to dump LR out of cup
Atherton LR suffered just their second defeat of the season at the hands of Ashton Town to exit the Macron Cup in the first round on Saturday. LR had the opening chance as a lofted cross from the right by Owen Green was nodded towards the net by
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Bolton Wanderers midfielder Sheehan excels for Wales in Montenegro victory
JOSH Sheehan produced a man of the match performance for Wales as they beat Montenegro 1-0 to continue their positive start in the Nations League. Craig Bellamy because the first national team boss to avoid defeat in his first four games as Harry
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Sportsmanship on show in second week of school football
The second week of the Bolton Schools Football League saw an impressive display of effort, skill, and sportsmanship from the young players, leaving spectators and coaches proud of what they witnessed. The commitment and energy from all the children
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Popular band to bring all the jazz to Bolton
The Wabash Jazzmen will be taking to the stage at Eagley Jazz Club on Monday, October 21. And people are urged to turn up early to see the very popular band. Eagley Jazz Club is a not-for-profit organisation by volunteers, for the benefit of
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Manufacturing firm tackling skills gap with new scheme
A company has launched a new employee development programme to tackle the manufacturing skills shortage. BEP Surface Technologies, an electroplating, metal finishing and coating business based in Radcliffe, has launched its "Be Better" scheme to
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All the addresses to be affected by village power cut
Around 20 Egerton addresses are affected by a power cut this week as a result of work by Electricity North West. The operator said the outage is in the area of Dimple Park, Cox Green Road and Greens Arms Road on October 16. Around 20 addresses
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Food bank says need for support is 'critical' as usage increases nationally
A Bolton food bank says it will need support "critically" over the winter months after it was announced usage of such facilities have increased nationally. The Trussell Trust has said that a record number of people are facing hunger and hardship
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NHS' message following World Mental Health Day
The NHS is drawing attention to mental health support for those struggling with daily pressures following World Mental Health Day last week. The international event promotes mental health education, awareness, and advocacy against social stigma
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Huge HMO conversion for convenience store and Post Office
A building containing a Premier Store and a Post Office is up for a conversion into a huge HMO. The applicant, Vinod Rabadia, applied for planning permission for Pindoria Superstore last week. The building between Gilnow Road and Back Gilnow
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Town centre store to shut THIS WEEK after opening just 12 months ago
A popular discount store has confirmed it is shutting this week after opening just 12 months ago. Poundland will close its Deansgate branch on Thursday (October 17). The retail chain said the closure was due to being unable to "secure an agreement
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Bolton's familiar faces set to make you 'screen' as they have never been seen before
A new calendar will make you 'screen' with laughter as familiar faces become — well famous faces! Backup North West have launched their 2025 calendar following the huge success of its 2024 fundraising initiative to support Bolton's young people
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Bolton residents waiting 'up to three months' for free rodent pest control service
Bolton Council is working to reduce the “three months” waiting time for the free rodent service, a councillor has revealed. At the council meeting on Wednesday, Cllr Les Webb asked the executive cabinet member for regulatory services, Cllr Sue
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Bolton Wanderers' charitable arm nominated for prestigious awards again
Bolton Wanderers' charitable arm has been nominated at a prestigious regional awards again. Bolton Wanderers in the Community (BWitC) could win in two categories at the North West Football Awards (NWFA). The charity, which works closely with
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“Amazing” scarecrow festival could be cancelled if "low numbers" continue
An “amazing” autumn festival that “brings families together” could be cancelled if low turnout continues, organisers said. The Little Lever and Darcy Lever Scarecrow Festival ran until Sunday (October 13) with only 35 entrants, the fewest in its
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Warning after complaints over parking near market - after motorist fined 3 times
A pensioner has had to fork out almost £200 in parking fines after he says it appears new rules suddenly came into play forcing blue badge holders to pay to park on Bolton Market's Ashburner Street car park. Daniel Spencer, age 83, who is a blue
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Isolated road around Belmont was being modernised
Belmont road widening, 1959 (Picture: Newsquest) Taken in October 1959, this photo shows a road widening project underway on the road around Rivington at Belmont. It was clearly a more rural road than it is today.