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Exam Stress: A Growing Concern Amongst Teens

Exam season has become a source of intense stress for many teenagers, who find themselves under high pressure to perform. According to a recent survey by YoungMinds, over 80% of teenagers report that academic expectations are a primary source of

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CohenCare: Hikma's Business

Hikma’s Business: CohenCare  CohenCare is a homecare company dedicated to providing personalized support and companionship to individuals in need. They focus on enhancing the quality of life for their clients through tailored services that promote

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Police appeal for missing man last seen in Bolton

Police are appealing for information after a man last seen in Bolton has gone missing. Carl was last seen on Tuesday, October 29 at 10.15am on Minerva Road in Bolton. He is described as a white male, around 1.7m tall, with a medium build and

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“When people scream, we’ve done our job”: Atherton house's spooky Halloween display

An Atherton couple has something “scary” for everyone at their house this Halloween – with a display full of “creepy graveyards, werewolves and spiders.” Lauren Allister, 30, and Paul Hilton, 36, are bringing the “screams” at their Powys Street

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Book Review: One Of Us Is Back – A perfect end to a trilogy

‘One of us is back’ written by Karen M.Mcmaunas is the last book of the ‘one of us is lying’ trilogy . The plot follows the original characters from the first book and the characters from the second book, join forces as a new threat enters Bayview

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5 ways to improve yourself this academic year

With the first two months of the academic year nearly over you probably have some goals of what you want to achieve this academic year. But the big question is how do I achieve this? What do I need to? Here are five tips on how to get the most of this

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Budget highlights from pensions and fuel duty to inheritance and price of a pint

Chancellor Rachel Reeves set out a Budget which will increase taxes by £40 billion as she promised to “fix the foundations” of the economy and repair the public finances. In the first Labour Budget since 2010 – and the first ever delivered by a

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First UK case of potentially deadly strain mpox detected in London

The first UK case of a potentially deadly strain of the mpox virus, formerly known as monkeypox, has been detected in London. Having said this, the risk to the UK population from the Clade Ib mpox strain “remains low”, the UK Health Security Agency

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Bolton responds to budget after announcement by first female chancellor

Bolton's MPs responded to the budget after an announcement by the Chancellor of the Exchequer on Wednesday. Rachel Reeves's budget is the first by the Labour Party since 2010 and the first by a female chancellor in history. Ms Reeves said she

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Businesses considering lay-offs in response to National Minimum Wage hike

Businesses fear that increases to the National Minimum Wage and an increase in employer National Insurance contributions may be the final nails in the coffin for struggling firms. "The UK’s minimum wage is up 37% since 21/22," says Rachel Watkyn

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Empowering Through Sport

The Greater Manchester Falcons' Journey to Fitness, Confidence, and Community for the Visually Impaired" Visually impaired sports improve fitness, coordination, and confidence. They promote independence and teamwork through adapted activities

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Universal Credit claimants receive £420 boost in Budget as benefit increase confirmed

More than a million households in receipt of Universal Credit will benefit from changes to the system announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves today. Ms Reeves, giving her first budget as Chancellor, announced that Labour will be lowering the cap

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Peterborough owner addresses 'timewasting' claims against Wanderers

Peterborough chairman Darragh MacAnthony has denied they were trying to run down the clock against Wanderers. Klaidi Lolos scored a last-gasp winner at the Toughsheet Community Stadium last weekend as the Whites’ pressure finally paid off.

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'Say a prayer' - Evatt hoping for best case scenario on Eoin Toal injury

WANDERERS are hoping for the best after Eoin Toal limped out of last night’s 4-1 win at Stevenage. The Northern Ireland defender pulled up in the first half after chasing down an opponent and was clearly in distress as he hobbled back down the

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Is it illegal to trick-or-treat in the UK? What the law says and advice

Are you a trick or a treater? The spookiest day of the year is nearly here and children (and adults) will soon begin prepping their haunted outfits for October 31. From fluffy black cats to gruesome zombies and everything in between, groups of

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Bake Off fans 'gutted' as judges make 'bizarre decision' to send next baker home

Bake Off fans said they are "absolutely gutted" as the sixth baker has left the famous white tent for good. Tuesday night's episode saw the remaining 2024 cast tasked with three seasonal-based challenges including a sweet autumn-inspired pie signature

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Arena ready to host the pick of pickleball players

More than 1,000 pickleball players are heading to Bolton this week, as Pickleball England hosts their annual English Nationals event at Bolton Arena. Taking place from tomorrow to Sunday,, the English Nationals will comprise four days of high-level

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Rising stars shining brightly in the Youth Football League

It was an exciting fourth round of fixtures in the Key PE Cup, where the young talent from Bolton’s schools brought their best skills and character to the field. The matches were packed with action, teamwork, and an impressive level of sportsmanship

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Harris wins Open Final at A&T Club Championships

Astley and Tyldesley Cycle Speedway Club rounded off the 2024 season with the Club Individual Championships on a dry, cool afternoon at Gin Pit. Twelve riders contested the event, using a ladder format of 12 qualifying heats, followed by five finals

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RECAP: Long delays on motorway after crash this morning

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Bolton's most wanted named and pictured

Every week police ask readers of The Bolton News for help to find wanted suspects. (Image: GMP) DALE KAY, 35, wanted on recall to prison (Image: GMP) DANIEL HOBSON, 20  – wanted on recall to prison   DEREK BROADHURST, 37

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Village's Christmas markets proved popular with festive shoppers

Festive fun arrived in Rivington over the weekend as the Village Green Tearoom  held its first Christmas Market. The award-winning tearoom is hosting the markets for the fourth year in a row with each market hosting around 15 different traders

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Free health and well-being event for cancer patients in Bolton

A free health and well-being event for cancer patients and survivors has been announced. The event, organised by Bolton NHS Foundation Trust and Bolton Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Service, is set to take place on Wednesday, November

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Bonfire night warning as attacks increase on firefighters

Firefighters, police and paramedics have joined forces to warn against attacks on emergency service workers this Halloween and bonfire night. The warning comes after an increase in attacks on firefighters and other anti-social behaviour last year

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Hospice director lauded as 'inspirational leader' honoured at awards night

A hospice director lauded as an "inspirational leader" has been honoured at an awards night. Emma Dixon, director of clinical services at St Ann’s Hospice in Little Hulton, scooped the "Nurse Leader of the Year" accolade at the Nursing Times Awards

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The Bolton News and the role it's played in the town since 1867

Journalism Matters, a week-long campaign from the News Media Association (NMA) to highlight the vital role trusted news plays in communities, is currently underway. Since 1867, The Bolton News (or Bolton Evening News as it was called once upon

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Stevenage boss on being 'punished' by Bolton and penalty gripe

Alex Revell says his Stevenage side gave themselves a "mountain to climb” against Wanderers due to mistakes. Early goals from Ricardo Santos and John McAtee saw the Whites seize control of the game at the Lamex Stadium. Victor Adeboyejo and

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Family pays tribute to 'kind and courageous' mum who died after cancer battle

A family have paid tribute to their “strong and courageous” mum-of-two who tragically died aged 37 following her battle with an aggressive “triple negative” breast cancer. Stacey Withington, who lived in Deane, was diagnosed with breast cancer

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'Beacon of hope' inspires special Remembrance poppy

A “beacon of hope” that lit the way for generations of returning service men and woman has now inspired a new Remembrance pin badge. The Pike Poppy pin badge was designed as a homage to Rivington Pike and will serve as a version of the Remembrance

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'Pest control issue' forces closure of town centre health service

Pest control specialists have been brought into a closed health centre to “ensure the safety and well-being of colleagues and visitors”. Bolton town centre’s NHS Parallel Young People’s Health Service, Churchgate, provides health services for young

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Future of Waters Meeting House as deal struck to create huge health practice

One of the largest dental practices in the region is set to open in Waters Meeting House. Derwent Estates, acting on behalf of the Albert Gubay Charitable Foundation, hast let the 11,008 sq ft headquarters style building to Synergy Central Management

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The Bolton pizzeria winning awards for its Italian food within months of opening

A popular pizzeria in Heaton  already popular with customers is now award-winning. Tesoro pizzeria opened in May this year and has already proved to be a fan favourite, attracting visitors from as far as London and even international patrons from

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Bolton News readers can subscribe for just £2 for 2 months in this flash sale

Readers who want to subscribe to our news site can enjoy an exclusive offer of £2 for 2 months or over 30% off an annual subscription during our limited-time promotion.  A digital subscription is the best way to read our news site online. Subscribers

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PLAYER RATINGS: How Wanderers players fared in their 4-1 win at Stevenage

WANDERERS (3-4-2-1) LUKE SOUTHWOOD…7. It took Stevenage a fair while to test him – but he came good with a couple of really decent saves in the second half. EOIN TOAL…7. Desperately unlucky after making a great start to the game and

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The Last Word - Interviews and analysis on Wanderers' win at Stevenage

Bolton Wanderers are back in the top six – and we’ve got just the podcast to discuss how they got there. A hard-fought 4-1 win at Stevenage came courtesy of goals from Ricardo Santos, John McAtee, Victor Adeboyejo and Dion Charles, and The Last