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Can you park on a dropped kerb? The Highway Code offers advice to drivers
With many households having multiple cars to park, it’s no wonder that questions around where you’re allowed to park are raised. Dropped kerbs are found on a variety of roads and allow pedestrians and vehicles to smoothly move from the road to
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The Last Word Podcast: Bolton Wanderers 1 Peterborough United 0
Want to re-live a day of high drama at the Toughsheet Stadium? Well, join Marc Iles for a review of an action-packed 1-0 win against Peterborough United on The Last Word. Hear from manager Ian Evatt and winning goal-scorer Klaidi Lolos after a
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Peterborough boss blames officials after 'cruel' Bolton defeat
Darren Ferguson says his Peterborough side were cost by a “horrendous mistake” as they suffered a late defeat at Wanderers. Klaidi Lolos bundled home with virtually the final kick of the match after Dion Charles’ penalty had been saved by Nicholas
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MATCH REACTION: Ian Evatt's verdict on the 1-0 win against Peterborough United
IAN Evatt believes his side was well-worth three points against Peterborough United – even if they had to wait until the last seconds to snatch the result. Klaidi Lolos chested home the winning goal in the 98th minute after Dion Charles had a penalty
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Full time: Wanderers win a classic at the death thanks to Klaidi Lolos strike
WANDERERS pulled off a sensational win in ‘Fergie Time’ against Peterborough United with a last-minute goal from Klaidi Lolos. The substitute scored his first goal for the club in the 97th minute, bundling the ball home after Nicholas Bilokapic
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Woman wanted on recall to prison found and arrested in Halliwell
A woman in Halliwell who was wanted on recall to prison has been arrested and transported to custody. Officers were patrolling the School Hill area of Halliwell on Saturday (October 26) and sighted a “well-known female” who was wanted on recall
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RSPCA shares how to get rid of rats in your home or garden without harming them
Have you noticed you’ve got rats living in your house or garden? While you might want to get rid of them, you can do it without causing them harm. Rats and mice can be inconvenient visitors but they don’t have to die if they invade your space so
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Farnworth man 'banned from Co-op' by police following a string of thefts
A man has been sentenced following a series of thefts in the Farnworth area and breaching a harassment order. (Image: Google maps) Timothy Nolan, of no fixed abode, was sentenced to 12 weeks imprisonment on Saturday (October 26) and slapped
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MATCHDAY LIVE: Bolton Wanderers 1-0 Peterborough United
5:14pm Ricardo Santos you were unbelievable 👏🏼 #bwfc — Matty (@__Matty10) October 26, 2024
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Pickup truck causing 'obstruction and dangerous load' removed
A pickup truck was removed by police after blocking pavements forcing people to walk on a “potentially dangerous bend.” The truck had been parked on Carrfield Avenue in Little Hulton on the afternoon of Thursday, October 24, having previously been
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Man and woman arrested in morning raid after 'drug activity' reports
A man and a woman have been arrested after a morning police raid earlier this week. The pair were arrested after officers raided a house in Brooklands Avenue, Atherton, on the morning of Friday, October 25. Police say this is part of a wider
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Harriers youngsters shine as club hosts cross-country
Horwich hosted the first round of the South East Lancs Cross Country League at Heaton Park and Harriers members were keen to put on a good show. Louis Yates got the day off to a great start, with fifth place in the under-11 boys’ event, while Imogen
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Lostockers take on challenge of the Chair’s Road Race event
Lostock AC’s usual social run was replaced by the annual Chair’s Road Race last week. This is a friendly competition for club members in which participants can pick a short or long course. The long route covers four miles, starting at Victoria
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When Bolton's most recognised and intriguing landmark opens to the public
One of Bolton’s most recognised and intriguing landmarks will open to the public on November 2. Visitors for a small donation, can enter the Pigeon Tower, the looming structure in Rivington Terraced Gardens. All donations will go towards the
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Lifesaving equipment installed at traffic blackspot thanks to young footballers
Youngsters and football coaches have helped get a life saving piece of equipment put out at a junction notorious for its traffic accidents. The external defibrillator has been mounted on the outside wall of the Pineapple Pub on Blackburn Road in
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Wanderers voice frustration over Northern Ireland concussion call on Eoin Toal
WANDERERS remain frustrated with the actions of the Northern Ireland Football Association after defender Eoin Toal suffered two concussion events during the recent international window. Ian Evatt has voiced his concern that the centre half was
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'Mindless vandalism': Fire breaks out at church garage amid ongoing ASB problems
A “rubbish” fire broke out in a church garage on Wednesday in what has been labelled as “mindless vandalism”. Emergency services attended the fire at St James Church on Roscow Avenue in Breightmet on Wednesday at around 5.20pm. One fire engine
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Great photos show Bolton getting ready for Bonfire Night
Back in the day as we’re sure many Looking Back readers will recall, exciting as Bonfire Night was, it was the couple of weeks leading up to the event which actually proved to be the most fun. Possibly the biggest pile of bonfire wood ever assembled
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'True Boltonian' baby hedgehog rocks up at Carrs Pasties
A Carrs Pasties shop got a "true Boltonian" surprise visitor – as a baby hedgehog rocked up after crossing a busy road. Workers at the bakery firm's store on Manchester Road in Great Lever found Vogue, a seven-week-old hedgehog, on Tuesday, October
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Bolton locals share the closed pubs and clubs they wish they could visit once more
While town centres are forever changing, it’s no surprise that some of us get attached to our favourite shops, pubs and clubs. When a place that holds memories for you closes, it can stir up some emotions but what if you had the chance to visit
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Feeling the cold? Here are 7 ways to stay warm without putting the heating on
Autumn is here and you can tell. The days are shorter, the mood is grimmer and the temperatures have dropped. Summer is but a bitter memory. As we get closer and closer to Christmas - sounds crazy to think that - a lot of us are already being
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REVIEW: How to enjoy a 'glittering' weekend in County Durham
In this job you get quite a few invitations. It seemed a bit of a trail up to County Durham to see an event called the Glittering North. But it was so worth the ride as you will soon discover. Raby Castle, just north of Barnard Castle,
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Takeaway celebrates new hygiene rating after receiving a one star
A Bolton takeaway has received a four-star hygiene rating following a re-inspection last week. ChknStop, a takeaway restaurant on 428 Halliwell Road, received a one-star hygiene rating following an inspection last July. The restaurant, which
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'Clear pathway' put forward to demolish Crompton Place shopping centre
A “clear pathway” has been set out for the demolition and redevelopment of Bolton town centre’s Crompton Place shopping centre. Next month, a report will go to the council’s cabinet asking for approval for a demolition contractor and find a development
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'Old fashioned' Johnston looking to stamp authority against prolific Posh
GEORGE Johnston is keen to put a marker down on Peterborough United’s in-form attack when the two sides meet at the Toughsheet this afternoon. The Bolton defender, who has captained the side for the last two games, is disappointed to have kept
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Bar not allowed a late licence after anti-social behaviour concern
A Bolton bar and restaurant is not allowed a late-night licence after concern from a councillor, a licensing officer and a police officer. The applicant, Amouye Bessoule, applied for the late-night licence for Gee's Bar and Restaurant on Derby
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Historic hall which has been shut for 10 years set to reopen - this is when
Part of a historic hall which has been shut for a decade could be reopen before Christmas as emergency repairs get underway. Work has started on Rock Hall in Moses Gate Country Park after Bolton Council handed over the keys to contractors, Rosslee
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The Trainline issues update amid railcard scandal
The Trainline has announced major changes to its terms of service following the recent railcard scandal. Earlier this month The Bolton News exclusively reported that passengers who purchased a train ticket advertised as being valid at "any time
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Nature's Calendar reports low fruit yield due to wet spring
The effects of a wet spring may be extending to bees, butterflies and birds, with data suggesting that fruits are scarcer than usual. The latest update from Nature's Calendar, the Woodland Trust's citizen science project, suggests heavy rainfall
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STRAIGHT FROM THE STANDS: Whites need a response against Posh
Struggling to be positive By Liam Hatton Football is mostly a game of subjective opinions - fans have their say, managers will normally back their team and journalists aim to remain objective. So after Tuesday’s 2-0 defeat against Birmingham
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We went on the hunt for the cheapest pint of beer in Bolton town centre pubs
The cost of going out for a few drinks has been rapidly rising for a number of years now. Only two years ago, the average cost of a pint of lager was below £4, but fast forward to 2024 and we’re facing an average cost of £4.70 for the amber nectar
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'It is a terrible, terrible shock and the implications of it are so severe'
Two Bolton families are among those calling for action on the closing of a respite care centre. Revitalise Respite Holidays is closing Sandpipers in Southport towards the end of next month. The respite care centre hosts holidays for those with
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The famous Bolton Wanderers-themed bar in popular tourist destination
For ex-pats and holidaymakers living in and visiting sunny Benidorm one boozer is providing a little taste of home. For among the many places to eat and drink is a Bolton Wanderers-themed bar which is going from “strength to strength” as it approaches