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How to watch Children in Need 2024 and what to expect on the night
Children in Need is back for 2024 and as usual, the BBC will be broadcasting an evening of entertainment to raise money for children and young people across the UK. It will bring together a host of big names in the entertainment world with special
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Paddy finishes day 3 with amount raised now more than £2.5 million
Paddy McGuinness has completed the third day of his brutal cycling challenge with his total raised now surpassing two and a half million pounds. Paddy set off early – at 7.20am - from Kendal on Day 3 of Radio 2’s Ultra Endurance Cycle Challenge
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Beloved restaurant opens at new site and customers "love it already"
The opening night at a much-loved Indian restaurant's new site has gone down a storm. Lagan opened on Chorley New Road, Horwich, tonight (November 13) after moving out of its former premise in Broadgate, Ladybridge, in September. One of the
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Is it safe to travel to Spain? UK Foreign Office update amid new flood warnings
The UK Foreign Office has updated its travel advice for Spain amid fresh flood warnings issued for the country. Spain's Civil Protection Agency sent a mass alert to phones in Málaga province on Tuesday evening (November 12) warning of an "extreme
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Find out how you can claim a free bath bomb at Lush this week (but be quick)
Do you need a little pick-me-up or know someone who does today? Lush is inviting customers to enjoy a bear hug this World Kindness Day (Wednesday, November 13), with a free bear-shaped bath bomb with every purchase made in-store or via the Lush
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Teachers set to walk out in dispute over pay in the coming weeks
Lecturers at Bolton Sixth Form College are to stage a walkout in a dispute over pay after a resounding vote in favour of strike action. After a 97 per cent vote in favour of strike action by National Education Union (NEU)members who teach in sixth-form
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GMP police officer sexually assaulted young girl while responding to incident
A former Greater Manchester Police (GMP) officer sexually assaulted a young girl while he was responding to an incident. Dean Dempster appeared at Liverpool Crown Court today (Wednesday, November 13) having previously pleaded guilty to sexually
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23-year-old Bolton man missing after leaving home this morning
UPDATE: The man has been found and the family would like to thank everyone for their help A 23-year-old man has gone missing from his home in Astley Bridge. Umair Amjad, was last seen leaving his home at 11.15am today (November 13) and
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Paddy McGuinness goes silent live on radio and fights tears amid longest cycling day
TV and radio star Paddy McGuinness fell silent on the radio this afternoon as he continues his Ultra Endurance Cycle Challenge for BBC Children in Need. The former host of Top Gear and Take Me Out is in the middle of a 300-mile cycling feat that
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Aaron Collins: Wanderers now have a point to prove to the supporters
THE hard work starts here for Wanderers, with Aaron Collins hoping to use the international break to make sure the club’s course is corrected against Blackpool. After scoring two goals to topple League Two Fleetwood in the Bristol Street Motors
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Applications open for Great British Bake Off series 16 - tips and how to apply
Bakers, take note, The Great British Bake Off is returning for series 16 and you can now apply. 'Bake Off' is the ultimate baking battle where passionate amateur baking fans compete to be crowned the UK's Best Amateur Baker. United in their
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Legendary actor Timothy West dies aged 90, family announces
Beloved actor Timothy West, known for many roles in television and the theatre, has died peacefully in his sleep aged 90 “with his friends and family at the end”, his family said. Mr West was known for long stints in Coronation Street and EastEnders
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Homebase administration fears for employees and customers
DIY retailer Homebase could be heading for a partial collapse, putting thousands of jobs at risk, amid reports that the chain has appointed insolvency experts with a potential buyer of parts of its 130-store estate also circling. Employees and
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Have you found rats in your house or garden? What to do if you see rodents
Have you spotted a rat in your home or garden? The unwanted pests can cause problems and if you’re wondering what to do and who to call to help you remove them, look no further. Rats carry lots of diseases and they can leave a mess behind so you
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4 simple ways to save money on your energy bills this winter
In a new regular column, MoneyHelper will share financial guidance and practical ways you can save cash without breaking a sweat. As of October 1, the Ofgem Price Cap increased by 10 per cent, from £1,568 to £1,717 per year. This will probably
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Manchester Airport issues check-in guide for all passengers to follow
Manchester Airport has issued a check-in guide for passengers to help make the process of visiting the airport smoother. Naturally, when you arrive at the airport, you’ll want to get through check-in and security as quickly as possible so your
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Bolton labelled ‘home of pickleball’ after Nationals
BOLTON has been hailed as “the home of Pickleball in the UK” by the BBC after a successful Skechers English National Championships was held at the Arena. Around 1,111 competitors from all over the UK took part, including juniors, seniors and wheelchair
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'The NHS needs to embrace AI and the crucial role it will play'
Dr Zahra Ali is a junior doctor working in the NHS writing under a pseudonym - she has a passion for healthcare and journalism. Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the landscape of medicine as we know it, and the NHS is slowly harnessing
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Water company issues apology after motorists experience severe delays
United Utilities have issued an apology to rush hour commuters following severe delays this morning on Newbrook Road. Motorists experienced delays of up to 40 minutes on the A579 – Newbrook Road, Atherton, as both ways remained partially blocked
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Coronation Street fans must wait for Joel Deering's killer reveal amid ITV change
At the end of this week, Coronation Street fans will finally find out who killed Joel Deering (played by Calum Lill) as a flashback will show us who is responsible for this death. Friday, November 15 will see the face of Joel’s murderer revealed
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Leaders LR denied win by a last-gasp Ashton strike
Atherton LR had victory snatched away at the death after a tense North West Counties League First Division North affair against Ashton Town on Tuesday night that ended 1-1. It was a frustrating start for both sides with LR jumping on Town’s inability
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Code to spot bonus cash for millions on Universal Credit, PIP & more before Christmas
Millions of households are set to receive some welcome bonus cash ahead of Christmas thanks to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). As the cold weather rolls back in again, pensioners and those in receipt of Universal Credit, PIP and Child
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Martin Lewis shares 'huge' car finance news that could double compensation
Martin Lewis has posted an update that he says could help anyone with car finance make a complaint, doubling the number eligible to apply for potential pay outs. The consumer champion is urging people who have had any kind of car finance deal to
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Fleetwood boss Adam's verdict on late defeat and Bolton 'quality'
Fleetwood boss Charlie Adam was gutted to lose against Wanderers at the death but took plenty of encouragement from his side's second-half display. Ryan Graydon had cancelled out Aaron Collins’ opener but the Welshman struck again in stoppage time
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Revealed: The ideal thermostat temperature to keep your home warm through winter
Get ready for thermostat wars as families around the country do battle over home temperatures to keep warm this winter. With rising energy costs, it's little surprise that 96 per cent of Brits are considering reducing the heating down to save cash
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Motorists face long delays as major road partially blocked - live updates
2:04pm Thanks for joining us, we will be ending the live blog here. The full story from today can be accessed here
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Expert's mould warning to everyone with a heated clothes airer - how to prevent
Heating experts have warned of potential mould issues associated with using heated clothes airers in your home this winter. Heated clothes airers have proven increasingly popular each year, but experts are warning they could have unwanted impacts
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Player Ratings - How Bolton Wanderers fared in the 2-1 win against Fleetwood
WANDERERS (3-4-2-1). NATHAN BAXTER…6. A relatively quiet night for the Bolton keeper with just the one save of note and some routine work with the back line with the ball at his feet. GETHIN JONES…7. Wasn’t expected to last 90 minutes
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Coronation Street star confirms exit and says final scenes have already aired
Coronation Street star Luana Santos has confirmed that she will be exiting the ITV soap and that her final scenes have already aired. Luana first appeared on the programme as Sabrina Adetiba last year. From here, her character quickly formed a
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Bolton MP backs campaign 'close to her heart' as waiting lists reach 20 months
A Bolton MP is backing a campaign that is 'very close to her heart' to bring hearing tests to high streets. Yasmin Qureshi, MP for Bolton South and Walkden, has struggled with her hearing for most of her life and is backing a campaign to move audiology
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The names and faces of Bolton's most wanted
Every week police ask readers of The Bolton News for help to find wanted suspects. Derek Broadhurst (Image: GMP) DEREK BROADHURST, 37, is wanted on recall to prison. Tyrone Conway (Image: GMP) TYRONE CONWAY, 42, is wanted on recall
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New chief appointed to lead Bolton police
A new district commander has been appointed to Bolton police division. Chief Superintendent Helen Critchley started her career in Tameside in 2003. She has worked in a number of branch roles across Force Intelligence and the Serious Crime Division
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Bank repairs nearing completion as it gets ready to reopen this week
A high street bank's repairs are nearing completion as it gets ready to reopen later this week. Barclays on Market Street in the town centre is undergoing refurbishment after it was badly damaged in an attack by pro-Palestinian protestors earlier
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Festive painting party set to take place in Bolton
A festive painting party is set to take place in Bolton. The event at Albert Halls welcomes people to paint a red cardinal bird in a snowy setting. Organisers have said the event will be held in a 'cosy and inviting location'. All painting
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Children flourish at nursery which received a glowing report by Ofsted
Children are said to flourish at Bolton School's infant and nursery school. Ofsted graded every area of the provision as good during a recent visit. The inspector commented: "Children settle quickly as they arrive. "Staff are extremely
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Textiles firm to replace 49 ‘harmful' windows at historic mill
A textiles firm will replace 49 UPVC windows in a listed Edwardian mill which were installed without planning permission. Ruia Group, who run Kearsley Mill in Prestolee, have published retrospective plans after they changed the windows at the heritage
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ANOTHER big high street name set to shut its store in Bolton
Bolton town centre has been dealt a blow as ANOTHER big high street name is set to close its store. WH Smith has posted closing down notices in its windows and its future in the town centre hangs in the balance. A member of staff said the
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Aldi launches £10,000 winter fund for Greater Manchester charities
Aldi is inviting Greater Manchester customers to nominate local charities, community groups, and food banks for a share of its winter fund. The supermarket chain's winter fund will see £10,000 being given to charities nationwide to help communities
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Get an 'elfie' with Santa at this festive show in Bolton
A festive show is set to entertain families in Bolton. Darling Productions UK is bringing 'Santa Live!' to the Festival Hall, promising a 'lively, interactive experience' for all ages. 'Santa Live!' unfolds in Christmas Town, where disaster
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Town without bank to have new access to banking services
A new banking hub in a town that was left without any banks is taking shape. The new hub has been created at a former PR Gibbs and Co office on Market Street in Westhoughton and will provide a range of financial services. This marks the culmination
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IX Wireless and BT Openreach fined more than £40K by Bolton Council since January
IX Wireless and BT Openreach have been slapped with fines totalling more than £40K in Bolton. The local authority has issued the fines since the start of this year. The two telecommunication firms responsible for infrastructure have been fined
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The Last Word: Analysis and interviews from Wanderers' win against Fleetwood
The Buff Podcast brings you the Last Word on Bolton Wanderers' 2-1 win against Fleetwood Town, which guarantees safe passage to the knockout rounds of The Bristol Street Motors Trophy. We know, right? It was an awkward night, for more than one
