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I tried Aldi’s Neom and Elemis dupes - why the budget skincare results shocked me
As ridiculous as it sounds, if I don’t do my usual night-time skincare routine, I’ll know about it in the morning. Whether that’s waking up with angry spots that could resemble a second head, or noticing my mood isn’t the best, missing out on those
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PRESS CONFERENCE LIVE: Hear from Evatt and Johnston
Hear from Ian Evatt and George Johnston ahead of Wanderers' League One clash with Peterborough United.
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Bolton country pub offering free breakfast for those enjoying an autumnal walk
A country pub is serving up free breakfasts this weekend to those enjoying the great outdoors. The Blundell Arms in Horwich is giving away free breakfasts on October 25,26, and 27 – to those who have been for a walk and say a secret codeword
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Life for murderer of member of 'Gooch Gang' a decade ago in Urmston
A shooter was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of a member of the Gooch Gang a decade after a shooting in Urmston. Abdul Ahsan shot Andre Marshall several times in a car park close to St Clement's Church before striking him with the weapon
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TEAM NEWS: Evatt issues updates on Dempsey, Toal and Baxter
Kyle Dempsey is a doubt for the visit of Peterborough after coming off at half time with a knee issue against Birmingham. Wanderers are waiting on the result of a scan but Ian Evatt expects to be without the midfielder against Posh. Eoin Toal
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Men linked to 'knifepoint robberies' chased down by police helicopter
Five men were cornered by a police helicopter after being linked to knifepoint robberies across Bolton, Bury and Salford this week. Police say the men, between the ages of 18 and 55, were linked to a robbery at Clifton County Park in Salford, threats
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Nationwide offering customers £20,000 interest free loans to improve homes
Nationwide is now offering its mortgage customers the opportunity to take out interest-free loans of up to £20,000. The 0% Green Additional Borrowing products hope to incentivise homeowners to make Britain more energy efficient. To qualify,
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Look out for this 'very rare' 50p coin as it sells for more than £100 on eBay
Check your pockets, wallets, purses and corners of your home as a 50p coin has sold for 214x its face value on eBay. The seller said the Atlantic salmon 50p coin is “very rare to find” but there is a chance you’ll come across this coin in your
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Stop all the clocks? Experts call for the end of British Summer Time
Experts have issued fresh calls to get rid of the annual practice of adjusting the clocks for daylight saving. According to the British Sleep Society (BSS), dispensing with British Summer Time could lead to a healthier nation. But has it always
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Coca-Cola confirms the return of the iconic Christmas truck tour for 2024
Coca-Cola has confirmed the return of the iconic Christmas Truck which will yet again spread the festive cheer across the UK this year. While responding to a keen fan of the annual Christmas Truck tour on X, formerly Twitter, the soft drinks brand
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New James May show in doubt after Grand Tour star injured in bike crash
James May's new Channel 5 show has been dealt a huge blow after the Grand Tour star revealed he was injured in a bike accident last week. Whilst training for a charity bike ride in London with his 'old friend' and former Oz and James Drink to Britain
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Date finally set for clothing giant's grand opening in town centre
A date has been set for Primark’s opening in the Market Place Shopping Centre. Plans have long been underway to move the clothes retailer to the old Debenhams space at the Market Place and have been key to wider efforts to regenerate the town centre
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Police appeal after early afternoon burglary
Police are appealing for information after an afternoon burglary. The break-in happened between 1.13pm and 1.20pm Tuesday, October 22 on Newhall Avenue in Radcliffe, close to Radcliffe Moor Road, after the perpetrators smashed a rear window.
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Big Match Preview: Promotion contenders struggling to substantiate top billing
IAN Evatt did not wish to be judged on his team’s result against Birmingham City, a team he felt was an outlier in League One by virtue of their record summer spending. From here to the next international break in November, he may have no choice
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Review: Stones in his Pockets at Octagon is a multi-tasking masterclass
Given Bolton’s current reputation as the North West’s film capital with crews arriving in town almost on a weekly basis, it’s more than appropriate that this revival of the award-winning comedy should end its current run at the Octagon. Gerard
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A man has died and police need your help to trace next of kin
Police are appealing to help find the family of a man who died earlier this month. Raymond Cookson, 80, died at his home on Nasmyth Street in Horwich on October 16. Police are looking for the family of Mr Cookson and are asking the public
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M62 motorway massive delays due to multiple traffic incidents
There are expected delays on the M62 this morning due to two traffic incidents. The westbound exit slip road at Chain Bar is partially blocked due to an obstruction. There is also a "defect" in the road on the eastbound carriageway of the M62
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BMW driver has vehicle seized in Breightmet
Police seized a vehicle in Breightmet after officers say checks revealed the driver had no insurance or licence. The silver BMW was seized under Section 165 of the Road Traffic Act on Wednesday (October 23) according to the force. The vehicle
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Farnworth SC youngsters scoop a host of awards
Young cricketers from across Bolton and Lancashire gathered in the town recently for the North West Cricket League’s second junior cricket presentation. The evening was organised by a group of league and club officials and took place at The Roundhouse
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Scout troop to hold 100th anniversary celebrations next week
A Bolton scouting group is celebrating 100 years next week. 4th Farnworth All Saints will hold the event on November 3 as they mark a century of the troupe. With its Beavers, Cubs and Scouts groups, children aged from six all the way through
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Former chef all aboard for new career with innovative programme's help
A recruitment drive has helped train up 10 new buses drivers to take people across Bolton. The new trainee drivers were recruited by Go Northwest Buses with the help of the Job Centre and its Sector Based Work Academy programme. One new driver
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The country's 3rd most haunted house invites you in for a special Halloween tour
'The third most haunted house in Britain' is inviting people to its ghost tours. Thrill-seekers are invited to the haunted Hoghton Tower in Lancashire for its Autumn Ghost Tours starting on October 25. The historic house, said to be 'the third
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Inside Wanderers: Why wistful glances at Aaron Morley won't help Bolton
YOU are never a better player than when you are out of the team, or so the well-worn football phrase goes. And in Aaron Morley’s current case, your stock could not possibly be higher among Bolton Wanderers fans than when you are helping a League
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Bolton journalist United States role as elections loom
The BBC has revealed its US election coverage will be anchored by US chief presenters Caitriona Perry and Sumi Somaskanda, with Bolton's Clive Myrie presenting the News At Ten from outside the White House. After presenting the news, Myrie, 60,
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BBC's DIY SOS returns with search for new participants
DIY SOS is back and looking for participants to join the show from across the North West. Ready with 'an army of volunteers', the BBC show is seeking deserving individuals, families, or community projects needing assistance. Nick Knowles and
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Full inquest date set for man who died in road traffic collision
A date has been set for the full inquest into the death of a man who died in a road traffic collision. Conner Dickinson was just 24 when he died on November 21 last year. Mr Dickinson from Horwich, was riding a motorbike along Tonge Moor Road
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Site of Palladium and wrestling hall became car dealership
The site of the former Palladium Cinema on Higher Bridge Street in Bolton had become a used car centre. Knibbs, Higher Bridge Street, Bolton, 1984 (Picture: Newsquest)Knibbs of Bolton opened the centre in August 1984 and marked the occasion by
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Northern issues advice for parents travelling with children
Northern has issued advice for parents travelling with children this half-term. The train operator has reminded parents that children aged five to 15 travel at half price, while those under five travel free with fare-paying passengers. Families
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Tribute to 'matriarch of the family' who died from tuberculosis
The daughter of a woman known as the "matriarch of the family" has paid tribute to her after she died from tuberculosis. Nayana Kasan was aged 66 when she died on December 4 last year. Mrs Kasan has been described as a "compassionate" and
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Medway Heating: Celebrating 50 years of excellence in Bolton
In 2024, Medway Heating proudly marks a milestone—50 years of providing exceptional commercial and industrial heating and plumbing services to the people of Bolton and the surrounding areas. From its humble beginnings to becoming one of the most trusted
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Doctors must clear Eoin Toal to play in Peterborough clash, confirms Evatt
WANDERERS face another agonising wait to see whether Eoin Toal will be cleared to play against Peterborough United this weekend. The defender missed games against Burton Albion and Birmingham City after medical tests on a head injury sustained
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“My whole life hangs in the balance” - woman’s fear over vital injection
A woman who needs Botox injections to treat her cerebral palsy is worried about future treatment after a consultant announced he was retiring. Sara Burtonwood receives the injections at Breightmet Health Centre, which she has been uses for 22 years
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Abdul Khan wants to put Bolton 'back on the map' after exciting milestone
Abdul Khan hopes to bring “big time boxing” back to Bolton after making an exciting step in his young career. The 22-year-old has made a promising start in the sport, winning all 11 of his professional bouts to date. He is now hungry to keep
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Sadness as store which has been serving the people of Bolton for 50 years to shut
A family-owned business which has been serving the people of Bolton for more than 50 years is to close due to the rise in online shopping. J Maher’s Garden and DIY hardware store on Lever Edge Lane opened its doors in 1973. The shop is now run
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"Bolton first, politics second" approach wins national praise
A review of Bolton Council has found the authority to be a “proud and caring council with a strong commitment to delivering improved outcomes for people, families, and communities”. In July this year, the council welcomed a delegation from the
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New initiative launched to support 'digitally excluded' over-75s
Training will take place for Greater Manchester's first digital champions. The initiative aims to help bridge the digital divide in Bolton and the rest of Greater Manchester, where nearly 93,000 adults over the age of 75 are considered 'digitally
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Roads could see 'thousands of extra vehicles' around expanded industrial estate
Roads around a massive industrial estate expansion could see “thousands of extra vehicles” over the coming years, representatives say. This comes with road works having got underway last week to realign part of the A6 in Westhoughton to provide
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Bolton’s hedgehogs need you – here’s how you can help our prickly pals
The number of hedgehog sightings in Bolton has declined dramatically, Lancashire Wildlife Trust has warned. The first national hedgehog conservation strategy was launched earlier this month in a bid to halt the species’ decline across the UK.
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Car parking charges higher in Bolton than neighbours, town hall hears
Car parking costs more in Bolton town centre than almost anywhere else in Greater Manchester, town hall has heard. Bolton Council’s place scrutiny committee meeting heard about the prices as part of a discussion on parking provision and the authority
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Halloween fun in store for those who visit the borough's spookiest street
A 'spooktacular' light show is set to thrill this Halloween as a family continue their annual Samhain tradition. Number 1 Hemley Close, Daisy Hill, Westhoughton will once again be lit up for a dazzling light and sound show featuring music and plenty
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Greater Manchester is 'poster child for devolution' in England, report finds
A national charity has praised Greater Manchester for its work in improving health and tackling health inequalities. The King's Fund has recognised the region as 'the poster child for devolution' in England, acknowledging the time, effort, and
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Warning that clocks going back could confuse dementia sufferers
A dementia charity has warned that this month's clock change could confuse those with the condition. The Alzheimer's Society has advised that the upcoming time change on October 27 could disorientate people with dementia. This is because the