Stories for 27 June 2006
Accrington
A DISCARDED cigarette is being blamed for a fire which wrecked a shop front in Accrington. more...
A DISCARDED cigarette is being blamed for a fire which wrecked a shop front in Accrington. more...
Police are appealing for witnesses after accelerants were poured through the letterbox of a house in Accrington and set on fire. more...
Amir Khan: Latest News
AMIR Khan's next opponent has been convicted of brawling with police just weeks before the fight of his life. more...
AMIR Khan's next opponent has been convicted of brawling with police just weeks before the fight of his life. more...
Athletics
Brian Cole was invited to represent Great Britain in the IAU European 100 kilometres Championships, but caught a bug while out there at Touhout in Belgium and decided to settle for the 50 kilometre race! more...
Brian Cole was invited to represent Great Britain in the IAU European 100 kilometres Championships, but caught a bug while out there at Touhout in Belgium and decided to settle for the 50 kilometre race! more...
Accrington Road Runner Graham Collinge is the Lancashire Half Marathon Champion having finished the first Lancastrian at the Freckleton Half Marathon. more...
Bacup
A ROSSENDALE street which is the shortest in the world is facing a battle to hold onto its crown. more...
Barnoldswick
Community support officer Sean Goddard is organising a five-a-side summer soccer league for Barlick and Earby youngsters. more...
Baxenden
THE parents of a teenager who was left with critical head injuries after a car crash have spoken of their relief after his condition started to improve. more...
Blackburn
A RETIRED manager died after two falls, an inquest was told. more...
A DOCTOR has been charged with indecently assaulting two nurses at Blackburn's Queen's Park Hospital. more...
A MAN whose estranged wife was stabbed to death at her home has been arrested on suspicion of her murder. more...
Bolton News
THIS is the view of Churchgate from behind the controversial metal walls which have been put up to shield work on a £700,000 road scheme. more...
OUR phone voting lines have been busy since we announced the six finalists in the Bolton Evening News' Teacher Of The Year competition. more...
FIFTEEN new magistrates have been sworn in to administer justice in Bolton. more...
SEVEN addresses in the Tonge Moor and Great Lever areas of Bolton were searched and two people arrested during a series of raids by anti-terror police on Tuesday morning. more...
POLICE carried out a series of anti-terror raids across Bolton today. more...
POLICE carried out a series of anti-terror raids across Bolton today. more...
A MOTORWAY crash sparked rush hour chaos when police closed the M61 between Horwich and Chorley. more...
A TOP Conservative MP visited Bolton yesterday to back a Tory candidate in a local by-election. more...
A 21-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a fatal hit-and-run in Middleton. more...
GETTING to the church on time meant a step back in time for bridegroom Jonathan Allsop, who arrived in a Second World War Army Jeep. more...
THREE people have been arrested in connection with the shooting of a swan at a Bolton beauty spot. more...
A CAT had to be rescued by firefighters when it got stuck under the girders of a Bolton railway bridge. more...
A PIRATE computer game and DVD operation in Bolton has been smashed by Trading Standards officers. more...
LEARNING is not just about sitting in a classroom and reading a text book for children at St George's CE Primary. more...
A FORMER boxing champion went off the rails and ended up selling cocaine to feed his own habit, a court has been told. more...
THE region's water watchdog will discuss the affordability of services today. more...
Civic leaders in Manchester have launched a search to find a name for a new landmark bridge in the city. more...
A PERVERT who exposed himself to a woman and her young son is being hunted by police. more...
A DRUNK robbed a man after escaping from police while he was at a hospital for treatment, a court was told. more...
DETECTIVES say two late night robberies at a restaurant and a pub could be linked. more...
HUNDREDS of mourners gathered for the funeral of a teenage girl shot dead by her jilted boyfriend. more...
A WHISTLEBLOWER, who lost his job with Bolton Council after revealing a senior council official claimed expenses to travel to a football match in London, has accepted an undisclosed compensation payout in an out-of-court settlement. more...
Samuel Crompton was the toast on Saturday when the Friends of Firwood Fold hosted the first Crompton Festival. more...
Samuel Crompton was the toast on Saturday when the Friends of Firwood Fold hosted the first Crompton Festival. more...
MUSICIANS in Bolton could help others and earn money, thanks to a new scheme backed by the Arts Council. more...
SHOP owners are celebrating after Bolton's biggest car park announced it is to slash its parking fees from Saturday. more...
Manchester is ready to become a leading European city that will rival places such as Barcelona, Frankfurt and Amsterdam, communities and local government minister Ruth Kelly has said. more...
MUSLIM community leaders from Bolton and other towns and cities across Britain were joining others from Europe in Brussels today for talks on countering radicalism and boosting integration. more...
PATIENTS who have difficulty getting to their family doctor for repeat prescriptions can now access an on-line service. more...
BOLTON MP David Crausby has welcomed a new medal which recognises the sacrifices made in battle by Merchant Navy veterans. more...
LOVE was in the air 70 years ago when a dancing couple from Bolton tripped down the aisle together. more...
A GROUP of school children and their parents have joined the fight for a bus service to be reinstated. more...
YOUNG leukaemia victims whose lives have been saved by transfusions are hoping to encourage more people to donate blood. more...
Civic leaders in Manchester have launched a search to find a name for a new landmark bridge in the city. more...
THE region's water watchdog will discuss the affordability of services today. more...
A MOTORWAY crash sparked rush hour chaos when police closed the M61 between Horwich and Chorley. more...
A FORMER boxing champion went off the rails and ended up selling cocaine to feed his own habit, a court has been told. more...
A DRUNK robbed a man after escaping from police while he was at a hospital for treatment, a court was told. more...
Civic leaders in Manchester have launched a search to find a name for a new landmark bridge in the city. more...
THE region's water watchdog will discuss the affordability of services today. more...
A MOTORWAY crash sparked rush hour chaos when police closed the M61 between Horwich and Chorley. more...
YOUNG leukaemia victims whose lives have been saved by transfusions are hoping to encourage more people to donate blood. more...
Civic leaders in Manchester have launched a search to find a name for a new landmark bridge in the city. more...
THE region's water watchdog will discuss the affordability of services today. more...
A MOTORWAY crash sparked rush hour chaos when police closed the M61 between Horwich and Chorley. more...
Boxing Updates
AMIR Khan's next opponent has been convicted of brawling with police just weeks before the fight of his life. more...
AMIR Khan's next opponent has been convicted of brawling with police just weeks before the fight of his life. more...
Burnley
A Burnley teenager on a morning paper round was pounced on and subjected to a terrifying sex attack in an alleyway. more...
Firefighters have slammed those responsible for an arson attack in Burnley early today. more...
HEALTH chiefs are pleading with council chiefs to solve the "mess" over parking at Burnley General Hospital. more...
TEACHERS, pupils and parents at Burnley's Barden Junior School proved they could walk the walk to help a road safety charity into the record books. more...
TRANSPORT company Burnley and Pendle Travel Ltd has asked undercover cops on to its buses as part of a crackdown on anti-social behaviour. more...
Bury News
Civic leaders in Manchester have launched a search to find a name for a new landmark bridge in the city. more...
Civic leaders in Manchester have launched a search to find a name for a new landmark bridge in the city. more...
Civic leaders in Manchester have launched a search to find a name for a new landmark bridge in the city. more...
Civic leaders in Manchester have launched a search to find a name for a new landmark bridge in the city. more...
Business Headlines
ONE of Bolton's oldest companies is preparing to say farewell to one of its longest-serving employees. more...
THE company which owns Bolton town centre department store, Whitakers, has revealed a massive increase in profits. more...
THE prognosis is good for independent recruitment agency Linda Taylor Associates after a deal with the NHS. more...
Cd Reviews
For a band that was buzzing around at the same time the likes of The Music, The Coral, The Bandits and The Stands were all unleashing their debut ponderings upon the indie world, The Basement has a lot of catching up to do. more...
For a band that was buzzing around when the likes of The Music, The Coral, The Bandits and The Stands were unleashing their debut ponderings upon the indie world, The Basement have a lot of catching up to do. more...
On first listen, I didn't even click that this was a cover version. It just goes to show that even mediocre pop songs can contain strong lyrics and song structures. more...
Chorley News
CHORLEY Mayor Coun Mary Wilson will take part in a remembrance service to commemorate the 90th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme. more...
A MAJOR initiative which aims to reduce the amount of fly-tipping across Chorley was unveiled as residents were urged to Tip it in the Skip!'
Chorley Borough Council is offering a day of free community skip days to help people dump their household junk. more...
BRINSCALL'S historic swimming pool, which needs £400,000 worth of repairs, will not be closed council chiefs have pledged. more...
BRINSCALL'S historic swimming pool, which needs £400,000 worth of repairs, will not be closed council chiefs have pledged. more...
A MAN was airlifted to hospital after his car crashed into the central reservation of the M61 motorway near Chorley. more...
Clarets News
BURNLEY'S pre-season preparations have been caught up by the match-fixing scandal rocking Italian football. more...
Burnley's Championship clash away to Norwich City has been selected for live broadcast by Sky television. more...
Clayton-Le-Moors
A PUB will find out tomorrow if it has received planning permission for extension plans. more...
Police are hunting a teenager who stole a mobile phone from another youngster in a late-night confrontation in Clayton-le-Moors. more...
Clitheroe
A CLITHEROE cage fighter has been crowned the world's "ultimate fighter" and landed himself a six-figure salary to fight in America. more...
Colne
A JEALOUS farmer held an ornamental sword to his partner's head after she confessed to an affair with one of his workers, a court was told. more...
A NEW flood alleviation scheme for Pendle Water has been opened by Gordon Prentice MP. more...
THE headteacher of St John Fisher and Thomas More RC High School in Colne has praised teachers and pupils at the school's annual prize evening. more...
Cricket Round-Up
WESTHOUGHTON'S hopes of pulling off the shock of the Hamer Cup quarter-finals were dashed by Greenmount's ninth wicket stand. more...
DOMINIC Cork returns to his former county Derbyshire tonight, for the start of the Twenty20 Cup, knowing that only a win will silence his old supporters. more...
LANCASHIRE's Twenty20 Cup fixtures:
Leicestershire Foxes v Lancashire Lightning Thursday
Durham Dynamos v Lancashire Lightning Friday
Lancashire Lightning v Derbyshire Phantoms - Monday
Lancashire Lightning v Durham Dynamos - Thursday, July 6
Lancashire Lightning v Yorkshire Phoenix - Friday, July 7
Lancashire Lightning v Nottinghamshire Outlaws Sunday, July 9
more...
LANCASHIRE's Twenty20 Cup fixtures: more...
DOMINIC Cork returns to his former county Derbyshire tonight, for the start of the Twenty20 Cup, knowing that only a win will silence his old supporters. more...
DOMINIC Cork returns to his former county Derbyshire tonight, for the start of the Twenty20 Cup, knowing that only a win will silence his old supporters. more...
DOMINIC Cork returns to his former county Derbyshire tonight, for the start of the Twenty20 Cup, knowing that only a win will silence his old supporters. more...
Darwen
A PUB company is asking Lancashire Evening Telegraph readers to name a new £800,000 up-market bar in Darwen. more...
POLICE are urging World Cup revellers to keep the noise down after they were called to a party in Darwen over the weekend. more...
DARWEN residents and traders are urged to get into the community spirit this summer to make Darwen Gala one of the best ever. more...
A PENSIONER was thrown to the ground and mugged by two men who stole his bag of shopping and £70 cash in a "callous and opportunist" attack. more...
Earby News
Community support officer Sean Goddard is organising a five-a-side summer soccer league for Barlick and Earby youngsters. more...
Editor'S Comment
REPORTS into the disturbances a few years ago in Burnley and Oldham highlighted the problem of people from different ethnic backgrounds leading separate and parallel lives. more...
Education
TEACHERS, pupils and parents at Burnley's Barden Junior School proved they could walk the walk to help a road safety charity into the record books. more...
THE headteacher of St John Fisher and Thomas More RC High School in Colne has praised teachers and pupils at the school's annual prize evening. more...
Education News
BULLIES are using technology to target victims in a more cruel form of abuse. more...
FURTHER education representatives from across the country have visited the borough to learn from Bolton Community College. more...
STUDENTS at Bolton Sixth Form College presented a cheque for £315 to Derian House children's hospice. more...
A GROUP of school children and their parents have joined the fight for a bus service to be reinstated. more...
Events In And Around Leigh
THEATRE, events, exhibition guide more...
THEATRE, events, exhibition guide more...
THEATRE, events, exhibition guide more...
THEATRE, events, exhibition guide more...
Golf Updates
TWO Harwood teenagers made a big impression when they competed in the Lancashire Ladies A team that competed against their northern rivals in the County tournament last week. more...
Health
CONSULTATION over the biggest ever shake-up of East Lancashire hospitals is "meaningless", "seriously flawed" and must be scrapped, a health watchdog said today. more...
Comments of the East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust patient and public involvement forum on the consultation process for the clinical services review. more...
A DOCTOR has been charged with indecently assaulting two nurses at Blackburn's Queen's Park Hospital. more...
Health News
YOUNG leukaemia victims whose lives have been saved by transfusions are hoping to encourage more people to donate blood. more...
YOUNG leukaemia victims whose lives have been saved by transfusions are hoping to encourage more people to donate blood. more...
Helmshore
AN East Lancashire racing grandmother is hoping to take the chequered flag when she competes in a gruelling "Elimination Cup" in her bid to become the fastest motor racing pensioner around. more...
A ROSSENDALE racing grandmother is hoping to take the chequered flag when she competes in a gruelling "Elimination Cup" in her bid to become the fastest motor racing pensioner around. more...
Ice Hockey Updates
Manchester Phoenix head coach Tony Hand has continued his summer signing spree with the addition of Great Britain international Adam Radmall to his defensive corps. more...
Lancashire
Lancashire organisations leading the way in regeneration are invited to enter a North West award scheme. more...
THE decision by Asda to follow other big stores in raising milk prices has been welcomed by the farmers' union in Lancashire. more...
The Bishop whose diocese covers most of Lancashire has urged affluent Anglicans in the county to take backstreet tours to see how poorer communities live. more...
Lancashire News
Civic leaders in Manchester have launched a search to find a name for a new landmark bridge in the city. more...
THE region's water watchdog will discuss the affordability of services today. more...
A MOTORWAY crash sparked rush hour chaos when police closed the M61 between Horwich and Chorley. more...
Civic leaders in Manchester have launched a search to find a name for a new landmark bridge in the city. more...
THE region's water watchdog will discuss the affordability of services today. more...
A MOTORWAY crash sparked rush hour chaos when police closed the M61 between Horwich and Chorley. more...
Civic leaders in Manchester have launched a search to find a name for a new landmark bridge in the city. more...
THE region's water watchdog will discuss the affordability of services today. more...
A MOTORWAY crash sparked rush hour chaos when police closed the M61 between Horwich and Chorley. more...
Civic leaders in Manchester have launched a search to find a name for a new landmark bridge in the city. more...
THE region's water watchdog will discuss the affordability of services today. more...
A MOTORWAY crash sparked rush hour chaos when police closed the M61 between Horwich and Chorley. more...
Latest Sport
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
AMIR Khan's next opponent has been convicted of brawling with police just weeks before the fight of his life. more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
AMIR Khan's next opponent has been convicted of brawling with police just weeks before the fight of his life. more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
Leigh Headlines
Civic leaders in Manchester have launched a search to find a name for a new landmark bridge in the city. more...
A FORMER boxing champion went off the rails and ended up selling cocaine to feed his own habit, a court has been told. more...
A DRUNK robbed a man after escaping from police while he was at a hospital for treatment, a court was told. more...
Civic leaders in Manchester have launched a search to find a name for a new landmark bridge in the city. more...
A FORMER boxing champion went off the rails and ended up selling cocaine to feed his own habit, a court has been told. more...
A DRUNK robbed a man after escaping from police while he was at a hospital for treatment, a court was told. more...
Civic leaders in Manchester have launched a search to find a name for a new landmark bridge in the city. more...
Civic leaders in Manchester have launched a search to find a name for a new landmark bridge in the city. more...
Letters
OUR North West region played an important part in jump starting the industrial revolution, because the thinkers of yesteryear met in groups, just as the ones of the present day. more...
I HAVE been through a long process of intrusive checks and assessments in order to become a foster carer and had a glowing reference. more...
I WRITE in response to the article regarding nine-week school holidays and the effect this is to have on children taking their exams. more...
I WOULD like to draw your attention to new Get On campaign research which shows that many dads are baffled by their children's homework. more...
I WOULD like to draw your attention to new Get On campaign research which shows that many dads are baffled by their children's homework. more...
YET another waste of money. Yes, The Braid may look pretty but of what practical use is it? more...
Local Cricket Round-Up
DOMINIC Cork returns to his former county Derbyshire tonight, for the start of the Twenty20 Cup, knowing that only a win will silence his old supporters. more...
DOMINIC Cork returns to his former county Derbyshire tonight, for the start of the Twenty20 Cup, knowing that only a win will silence his old supporters. more...
DOMINIC Cork returns to his former county Derbyshire tonight, for the start of the Twenty20 Cup, knowing that only a win will silence his old supporters. more...
DOMINIC Cork returns to his former county Derbyshire tonight, for the start of the Twenty20 Cup, knowing that only a win will silence his old supporters. more...
DOMINIC Cork returns to his former county Derbyshire tonight, for the start of the Twenty20 Cup, knowing that only a win will silence his old supporters. more...
DOMINIC Cork returns to his former county Derbyshire tonight, for the start of the Twenty20 Cup, knowing that only a win will silence his old supporters. more...
DOMINIC Cork returns to his former county Derbyshire tonight, for the start of the Twenty20 Cup, knowing that only a win will silence his old supporters. more...
DOMINIC Cork returns to his former county Derbyshire tonight, for the start of the Twenty20 Cup, knowing that only a win will silence his old supporters. more...
DOMINIC Cork returns to his former county Derbyshire tonight, for the start of the Twenty20 Cup, knowing that only a win will silence his old supporters. more...
DOMINIC Cork returns to his former county Derbyshire tonight, for the start of the Twenty20 Cup, knowing that only a win will silence his old supporters. more...
DOMINIC Cork returns to his former county Derbyshire tonight, for the start of the Twenty20 Cup, knowing that only a win will silence his old supporters. more...
DOMINIC Cork returns to his former county Derbyshire tonight, for the start of the Twenty20 Cup, knowing that only a win will silence his old supporters. more...
Local Sports Updates
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
Looking Back With Frank Elson
ELECTRONIC archives in the Bolton Evening News offices at Churchgate in the town centre remember the days when newspapers were the first source of information for millions. more...
THIS is the view of Churchgate from behind the controversial metal walls which have been put up to shield work on a £700,000 road scheme. more...
BOLTON MP David Crausby has welcomed a new medal which recognises the sacrifices made in battle by Merchant Navy veterans. more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
LOVE was in the air 70 years ago when a dancing couple from Bolton tripped down the aisle together. more...
Samuel Crompton was the toast on Saturday when the Friends of Firwood Fold hosted the first Crompton Festival. more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
Margo
OLD habits die hard. At our house we eat round a big kitchen table, and until recently I thought everyone else did. more...
Nelson
A DRUG addict who broke into several cars in one night has been jailed. more...
A NEW flood alleviation scheme for Pendle Water has been opened by Gordon Prentice MP. more...
TOUGH new measures are to be brought in by Pendle Council to tackle dog fouling in Nelson cemetery. more...
TOUGH new measures are to be brought in by Pendle Council to tackle dog fouling in Nelson cemetery. more...
Poems
From Sheila Brennan of Bombay Street, Blackburn. more...
Radcliffe Headlines
Civic leaders in Manchester have launched a search to find a name for a new landmark bridge in the city. more...
YOUNG leukaemia victims whose lives have been saved by transfusions are hoping to encourage more people to donate blood. more...
Civic leaders in Manchester have launched a search to find a name for a new landmark bridge in the city. more...
Civic leaders in Manchester have launched a search to find a name for a new landmark bridge in the city. more...
YOUNG leukaemia victims whose lives have been saved by transfusions are hoping to encourage more people to donate blood. more...
Civic leaders in Manchester have launched a search to find a name for a new landmark bridge in the city. more...
Rovers News
BLACKBURN defender Lucas Neill has been told he can walk away from the World Cup with his head held high - even though it was his error which ultimately cost the Australians their place in the finals. more...
Blackburn Rovers yesterday completed the signing of goalkeeper Jason Brown from Gillingham on a four-year contract. more...
Seven Days
News and sport stories
from the Bolton Evening News, Bury Times Group, Leigh Journal
and associated newspapers and websites
in Lancashire from
the last seven days more...
News and sport stories
from the Bolton Evening News, Bury Times Group, Leigh Journal
and associated newspapers and websites
in Lancashire from
the last seven days more...
News and sport stories
from the Bolton Evening News, Bury Times Group, Leigh Journal
and associated newspapers and websites
in Lancashire from
the last seven days more...
News and sport stories
from the Bolton Evening News, Bury Times Group, Leigh Journal
and associated newspapers and websites
in Lancashire from
the last seven days more...
Soccer Headlines
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
Sport From Around The Area
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
Sport Tasters
BLACKBURN defender Lucas Neill has been told he can walk away from the World Cup with his head held high - even though it was his error which ultimately cost the Australians their place in the finals. more...
Sporting Highlights
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
AMIR Khan's next opponent has been convicted of brawling with police just weeks before the fight of his life. more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
AMIR Khan's next opponent has been convicted of brawling with police just weeks before the fight of his life. more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
Stanley News
IT was a historic day as Accrington Stanley started life as a Football League club again when the players returned to training yesterday ahead of the new season in League Two. more...
Tasters
A MAN whose estranged wife was stabbed to death at her home has been arrested on suspicion of her murder. more...
Theatre
RIBCHESTER Amateur Theatrical Society (RATS) is back on June 28 with a production telling the story of the turbulent times of the suffragette movement through the stories of local characters. more...
RIBCHESTER Amateur Theatrical Society (RATS) is back on June 28 with a production telling the story of the turbulent times of the suffragette movement through the stories of local characters. more...
Theatre News From The Bolton Area
FOR those who need some relief from World Cup fever, Bolton Symphony Orchestra is performing a Gala Concert on Saturday at the Albert Hall, with proceeds in aid of the NSPCC. more...
A talented group of young performers from Bolton Little Theatre is set to reach a wider audience after being asked to perform for TV. more...
THE 2006 Smithills School Arts Festival starts on Thursday with a concert by folk group Strawhead, followed on July 6 by a Smithills Fashion and Dance Show. more...
FARNWORTH Little Theatre is among the prizewinners again, this time at the Greater Manchester Drama Federation one-act play festival. more...
Current and forthcoming events. more...
Turton News
ORGANISERS of the annual Flower Festival at St Anne's Church, Turton, are appealing for volunteers who can help. more...
ORGANISERS of the annual Flower Festival at St Anne's Church, Turton, are appealing for volunteers who can help. more...
Tv News
A CLITHEROE cage fighter has been crowned the world's "ultimate fighter" and landed himself a six-figure salary to fight in America. more...
Tv Reviews
IT'S A question that has baffled the greatest minds for generations but last night the Big Brother contestants were set the task of solving the meaning of life. more...
Wanderers News
HERE's the final countdown to the Final in Berlin on Sunday, July 9, 7pm
TUESDAY
SECOND ROUND MATCH SEVEN
Brazil v Ghana, Dortmund, 4pm
Live on ITV1
SECOND ROUND MATCH EIGHT
Spain v France
Hanover, 8pm Live on BBC-1
FRIDAY, JUNE 30
QUARTER-FINAL ONE
Germany v Argentina
Berlin, 4pm
QUARTER-FINAL TWO
Italy v Ukraine
Hamburg, 8pm
SATURDAY, JULY 1
QUARTER-FINAL THREE
England v Portugal
Gelsenkirchen, 4pm Live on BBC1
QUARTER-FINAL FOUR
Winners Brazil/Ghana v France/Spain
Frankfurt, 8pm
TUESDAY, JULY 4
SEMI-FINAL ONE
Winner Germany/Argentina v Italy/Ukraine
Dortmund, 8pm
WEDNESDAY, JULY 5
SEMI-FINAL TWO
Winner England/Portugal v winner Brazil/Ghana or Italy/Ukraine
Munich, 8pm
SATURDAY, JULY 8
THIRD/FOURTH PLACE PLAY-OFF
Semi-final losers, Stuttgart, 8pm
SUNDAY, JULY 9
FINAL
Berlin, 7pm
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THERE's a tiny place in Scotland which will be forever England during the World Cup. more...
LIVERPOOL midfielder Dietmar Hamann's on-off move to Wanderers is expected to go through later this week, according to reports in Germany on Tuesday
The 32-year-old German midfielder has been in talks with manager Sam Allardyce, who is and a deal is now in the offing. more...
LIVERPOOL midfielder Dietmar Hamann's on-off move to Wanderers is expected to go through later this week, according to reports in Germany on Tuesday. more...
LIVERPOOL midfielder Dietmar Hamann's on-off move to Wanderers is expected to go through later this week, according to reports in Germany on Tuesday. more...
SAM Allardyce is having no luck as he looks to bolster his defence. more...
THERE's a tiny place in Scotland which will be forever England during the World Cup. more...
THERE's a tiny place in Scotland which will be forever England during the World Cup. more...
THERE's a tiny place in Scotland which will be forever England during the World Cup. more...
We Say
THE playground bully has been with us for years but fortunately teachers are now very adept at spotting the warning signs and stepping in quickly. more...
IT is amazing what a little pressure from an MP, councillors and parents can achieve. Following the withdrawal by Arriva of the 538 and 539 bus services linking Blackburn Road with Bromley Cross for "commercial reasons" the company has agreed to reconsider its position. more...
What'S On In And Around Bury
THEATRE, events, exhibition guide more...
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What'S On In The Bolton Area
THEATRE, events, exhibition guide
THEATRE
Octagon, Bolton
Blonde Bombshells Of 1943
Alan Plater's sparkling comedy featuring live music from the 1940s era. Wartime bandleader Betty has a problem - every time glamorous swing band the Blonde Bombshells play the GI camp, they lose members. Now she needs new musicians fast. Collecting a schoolgirl clarinet player, an upper-crust saxophonist, a singing nun and a male drummer in a dress, it is a bit of a motley crew - but can they pull off a decent performance? more...
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Whats On
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Whitefield Headlines
Civic leaders in Manchester have launched a search to find a name for a new landmark bridge in the city. more...
Civic leaders in Manchester have launched a search to find a name for a new landmark bridge in the city. more...
Civic leaders in Manchester have launched a search to find a name for a new landmark bridge in the city. more...
Civic leaders in Manchester have launched a search to find a name for a new landmark bridge in the city. more...
World Cup
POLICE are urging World Cup revellers to keep the noise down after they were called to a party in Darwen over the weekend. more...
World Cup Blog
YOU'VE got to take your hat off to David Beckham. more...
THE World Cup is beginning to hot up and the same could be said about the battle for the TV remote control. more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
World Cup Briefing
ELECTRONIC archives in the Bolton Evening News offices at Churchgate in the town centre remember the days when newspapers were the first source of information for millions. more...
HERE's the final countdown to the Final in Berlin on Sunday, July 9, 7pm more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
WHEN will the BBC pundit panel stop thinking they are in Footlights, and just talk about the football? more...
THERE's a tiny place in Scotland which will be forever England during the World Cup. more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
HERE's the final countdown to the Final in Berlin on Sunday, July 9, 7pm more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
THERE's a tiny place in Scotland which will be forever England during the World Cup. more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
HERE's the final countdown to the Final in Berlin on Sunday, July 9, 7pm more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
THERE's a tiny place in Scotland which will be forever England during the World Cup. more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
HERE's the final countdown to the Final in Berlin on Sunday, July 9, 7pm more...
FORTY years ago this July England beat West Germany 4-2 in extra-time at Wembley and captain Bobby Moore proudly lifted the World Cup. more...
THERE's a tiny place in Scotland which will be forever England during the World Cup. more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
THROUGHOUT this year's World Cup, the referees have come in for some heavy flak, but just how badly have the referees actually performed? more...
You Say
I WRITE in response to several letters in the Bolton Evening news regarding the troubled council of Westhoughton, and in particular Cllr Price. more...
WITH reference to Bill Collision's letter, I have to say I have been a critic of his party's policy of fortnightly bin collections, but I agree with him on his demand to Labour and the Conservatives of Bolton Town Hall to inform the public when and how we are going to return to weekly main refuse collections. more...
WITH reference to Bill Collision's letter, I have to say I have been a critic of his party's policy of fortnightly bin collections, but I agree with him on his demand to Labour and the Conservatives of Bolton Town Hall to inform the public when and how we are going to return to weekly main refuse collections. more...
There has been much in the media recently about crime and punishment and the need for longer sentences and a greater number of prison places to accommodate the ever-rising tide of offenders. more...
In "Tell the truth about bin collection fee", June 24, Mr Collison says he forecast to the electorate that the fortnightly bin collection would have to happen. This was not the case. more...
I AM a 30-year-old married man with one young son. I recently moved to the Bolton south-east area, and would like to take you through an average week. more...
THIS is just a note to say a big thank you from myself and my neighbours in Down Green Road. more...
