Stories for 8 September 2006
Accrington
THE announcement that more than 170 trees in a park may have to be cut down due to safety fears has been branded "the tip of the iceberg". more...
AN illegal immigrant who tried to steal £620,000 from his bosses at the Post Office before "fleeing the country" has been jailed for four years. more...
AN Accrington woman has been fined after subjecting neighbours to nights of loud music. more...
Pupils in Accrington celebrated their school's new status as a specialist sports college. more...
Bacup
AN "unpredictable" drug addict-turned-alcoholic wanted an anti social behaviour order binned - so he could drink in his back garden at barbecues. more...
Bacup Borough
RAMSBOTTOM ended Bacup's unbeaten run last night in a game that saw four goals and the home side reduced to nine men. more...
Barrowford
PENDLE'S Higherford Mill will appear on BBC TV's Restoration Village tonight as it bids for almost £2million cash for a makeover. more...
Baxenden
A PENSIONER has overcome cancer to win two European Championship gold medals at the sport of dragon-boat racing. more...
Blackburn
STAFF at LG Philips Displays, Whitebirk, helped to raise £500 for Derian House children's hospice, near Chorley, after taking part in a health challenge. more...
AN East Lancashire charity will spearhead the battle against climate change after being awarded nearly £100,000 government cash. more...
AN East Lancashire charity will spearhead the battle against climate change after being awarded nearly £100,000 government cash. more...
AN East Lancashire charity will spearhead the battle against climate change after being awarded nearly £100,000 government cash. more...
Police officers are set to interview the Blackburn driver of a vehicle that collided with 17-year-old student Sajida Esmail. more...
AN abseiling pensioner from Blackburn, who found comfort in sport after the death of his wife, is to star in a major campaign to promote healthy living. more...
A PACKED programme of activities is planned for visitors from Blackburn with Darwen's twin towns, Altena in Germany and Peronne in France, when they arrive for an economic and cultural tour of the borough this weekend. more...
DETECTIVES hunting the hit-and-run driver who left a seven-year-old girl dead today revealed they had seized four black Range Rovers since the incident. more...
PARKING charges for disabled people have been scrapped at Blackburn's new super hospital after complaints about its "disastrous" facilities. more...
POLICE saw one man kicking another on the floor during an altercation outside the Flying Haggis in Church Street, Blackburn. more...
A Blackburn man said he would not co-operate with the probation service because they had misunderstood his needs. more...
Blackpool News
A much-loved Blackpool church will be opening its doors this weekend in a bid to show how English architecture and culture competes with its European counterparts. more...
Bolton News
A BURGLAR who struck more than 100 times was eventually caught by DNA taken from a single bead of his sweat. more...
A HUNGARIAN man who went missing from his Bolton home has been found safe. more...
MOTORISTS are facing fresh traffic headaches in Bolton town centre. more...
A motorist miraculously escaped injury when her car careered off the road and became wedged between two trees. more...
A POLICE officer has told an inquest he thought a drunken prisoner who died in his cell was well because he heard him snoring. more...
A MAN is fighting for his life in hospital after he was found battered in his flat. more...
THREE people arrested over the sale of a fake £1 million Egyptian statue to Bolton Museum have had their bail renewed. more...
HE is renowned for his sulks and outbursts - but Wanderers' new signing, Nicholas Anelka, was all smiles when he met adoring fans at the Reebok Stadium. more...
CHRISTMAS lights could go up in more streets in Bolton town centre this year. more...
CHRISTMAS lights could go up in more streets in Bolton town centre this year. more...
FOUR teenage girls arrested in connection with an attack on a girl in a cemetery have been bailed again by police. more...
A group of dancers and musicians enjoyed three, rather than five minutes, of fame by appearing on a TV show. more...
CHARITY chiefs in Leigh are warning the public to be on their guard against bogus callers claiming to be collecting for a worthy cause. more...
A NEW charter has been drawn up to protect council-employed markets staff from abusive traders. more...
The funeral of a well-known Bolton vicar who died aged 94 will take place on Monday. more...
HEALTH chiefs in Bolton have welcomed plans to launch a "shop a smoker" hotline when the national smoking ban is introduced next summer. more...
CHARITY fundraisers will be putting on the style at a celebration night in Bolton next month. more...
THE last Bolton Evening News before the newspaper's change of name will be frozen in time to mark the 10th anniversary of the Middlebrook Retail and Leisure Park. more...
JOBSEEKERS are invited to a two-day event in Bolton providing advice on careers, job applications and interview technique. more...
1867: First halfpenny evening newspaper to be launched unconnected with any morning or weekly newspaper on March 19. Printed from premises in Mawdsley Street. more...
FROM next Monday, your Bolton Evening News is changing its name. more...
CHARITY chiefs in Leigh are warning the public to be on their guard against bogus callers claiming to be collecting for a worthy cause. more...
HE is renowned for his sulks and outbursts - but Wanderers' new signing, Nicholas Anelka, was all smiles when he met adoring fans at the Reebok Stadium. more...
Bolton'S Hidden Treasures
OVER the years Bolton has had its fair share of benefactors who have left important work behind to be appreciated by visitors to Bolton Museum and Art Gallery. more...
Brierfield
A SHOPAHOLIC mother-of-three is to go on national television to describe how she ran up debts of £50,000. more...
Burnley
COUNCILLORS have agreed to stump up more than £500,000 to prevent major plans for the transformation of Burnley's historic Weavers' Triangle from floundering. more...
MORE than 150,000 people used leisure facilities at Burnley's St Peter's Centre in its first three months, council bosses say. more...
POLICE in the Coal Clough and Cog Lane areas of Burnley are warning mini-moto owners their vehicles will be seized if they are being used illegally or causing a nuisance to local residents. more...
MORE than 100 homes in Burnley are set to be improved after councillors gave the nod to £1million of spending as part of their efforts to tackle housing market decline. more...
AN "unpredictable" drug addict-turned-alcoholic wanted an anti social behaviour order binned - so he could drink in his back garden at barbecues. more...
MORE than 200 science and humanities students at Burnley College were last night rewarded for their efforts over the past year at a presentation evening. more...
Business Headlines
EMPLOYEES of builder Rok Durose and Gourlay were the guests of honour at a pensioners' street party. more...
BUSINESSES in Bolton have reacted warily to suggestions that a Government report might recommend a return to localised business rates. more...
A LOCAL company is looking to help schools in Bolton raise much needed funds through a cashback scheme on printer ink. more...
Cars News
TOLLS could be introduced to cut congestion on the M62 between Liverpool and Manchester if new recommendations are taken up. more...
Chorley Fc News
New Chorley manager Paul Lodge will tell his players same again' when the Magpies take on Buxton at Victory Park tomorrow. more...
Chorley News
Are you ready to rock? That's the call to young bands in Chorley who are being given a chance to climb the ladder of the music industry. more...
Are you ready to rock? That's the call to young bands in Chorley who are being given a chance to climb the ladder of the music industry. more...
CHORLEY Council has been nominated for a North West in Bloom award after entering the prestigious gardening competition for the first time. more...
Clarets News
KYLE Lafferty is hoping to forge a dream Northern Ireland partnership with hat-trick hero David Healy. more...
KYLE Lafferty is hoping to forge a dream Northern Ireland partnership with hat-trick hero David Healy. more...
KYLE Lafferty is hoping to forge a dream Northern Ireland partnership with hat-trick hero David Healy. more...
Burnley boss Steve Cotterill admits he is proud of the achievements of his North Ireland trio Kyle Lafferty, Michael Duff and Steve Jones. more...
STEVE Cotterill is demanding his Burnley side continue where they left off at Selhurst Park. more...
TRANSFER-listed Gifton Noel-Williams could still make a loan exit from Turf Moor - so long as the deal suits Burnley. more...
FOOTBALL fans will often ask: "Who ate all the pies?" And supporters at Burnley FC's Turf Moor ground are about to find out. more...
Clitheroe
A FAMILY who returned from their summer holiday this week were left devastated when cattery staff told them they had lost their pet. more...
A MAN man conned people on internet auction site eBay out of more than £600 by "selling" mobile phones he did not have. more...
Colne Fc
COLNE go to bottom of the table Formby looking for their first win in four matches - and end a miserable week on a high note. more...
Comedy
What comes out of nowhere, takes you for a wild ride and leaves you grinning stupidly? Find out on September 9 at the Comedy Corall in Clitheroe. more...
Darwen
A NEWLYWED couple fear they will have to live hundreds of miles apart after officials refused the bride's application to move from to the UK from Bulgaria. more...
A PACKED programme of activities is planned for visitors from Blackburn with Darwen's twin towns, Altena in Germany and Peronne in France, when they arrive for an economic and cultural tour of the borough this weekend. more...
A DARWEN church may have to merge with other local churches if a debt of £42,000 is not paid. more...
Darwen Fc
STEVE Mullen has adopted a take four games at a time' approach as he looks to guide Darwen out of NWCL Division Two. more...
Education
Pupils in Accrington celebrated their school's new status as a specialist sports college. more...
MORE than 200 science and humanities students at Burnley College were last night rewarded for their efforts over the past year at a presentation evening. more...
Events In And Around Leigh
THE National Blood Service is appealing for more gifts of blood during September. more...
THE annual World Black Pudding Throwing Championships is expected to draw hundreds of people to Ramsbottom this weekend. more...
THE National Blood Service is appealing for more gifts of blood during September. more...
THE annual World Black Pudding Throwing Championships is expected to draw hundreds of people to Ramsbottom this weekend. more...
AN historic building which dates from the early years of the 18th century will be a focal point today, Saturday and Sunday in Atherton. more...
FAMOUS names are urging the residents to get active' this weekend. more...
TEAMS of costumed librarians will be patrolling the streets of the borough today urging residents to take part in reading a book in a day. more...
FUNDRAISERS are preparing to step out on another big event in aid of Wigan and Leigh Hospice. more...
TITANIC-mad Steve Rigby will tell Atherton Heritage Society members about his trips to the wreck site in 2001 and 2005. more...
THE annual World Black Pudding Throwing Championships is expected to draw hundreds of people to Ramsbottom this weekend. more...
THE annual World Black Pudding Throwing Championships is expected to draw hundreds of people to Ramsbottom this weekend. more...
Garden Of Tranquility
FLOWER power is being used to raise cash for the Bolton Evening News' Garden of Tranquillity appeal. more...
FLOWER power is being used to raise cash for the Bolton Evening News' Garden of Tranquillity appeal. more...
Gig Guide
THE moment Paul Barker saw Pink Floyd in concert on TV, his life changed forever. Catch his tribute band Off The Wall in Blackburn on September 15. more...
THE biggest music event ever seen in Blackburn is set to take place on October 7. more...
THERE'S quality heavy metal being served up in Blackburn on September 8 when Corrupted take over the Cellar Bar for the evening. more...
WAYNE Ellis of Limehouse Lizzy, who play Colne on September 9, can remember the moment he identified with a man who would ultimately become his role model. more...
Top Freddie Mercury tribute artist, Stars In Their Eyes winner Gary Mullen, is in One Night of Queen in Blackburn on September 16. more...
THE village of Belthorn will become the place for music lovers as it holds its first music festival on September 8 and 9. more...
TIME flies when you're having fun according to local music event organiser Independent which is holding a special event on September 14 to celebrate its one-year anniversary. more...
Golf
CHORLEY golfer Nick Dougherty endured a nightmare first round to the Omega European Masters in Crans-sur-Sierre yesterday. more...
Great Harwood
A 26-year-old Great Harwood man drove at speed without lights in an attempt to get away from police, a court was told
Blackburn magistrates heard that Adrian Sutherland Ball eventually crashed into a wall and at first it was feared he may have broken his back in the collision. more...
A 26-year-old Great Harwood man drove at speed without lights in an attempt to get away from police, a court was told. more...
A 26-year-old Great Harwood man drove at speed without lights in an attempt to get away from police, a court was told. more...
Health
PARKING charges for disabled people have been scrapped at Blackburn's new super hospital after complaints about its "disastrous" facilities. more...
Health News
HEALTH chiefs in Bolton have welcomed plans to launch a "shop a smoker" hotline when the national smoking ban is introduced next summer. more...
HEALTH chiefs in Bolton have welcomed plans to launch a "shop a smoker" hotline when the national smoking ban is introduced next summer. more...
History Of The Ben
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...
ON Monday in an historic move the Bolton Evening News will change its name to The Bolton News to reflect its new status as an all-day newspaper. Wes Wright takes a look at the illustrious history of the country’s oldest local newspaper. more...
ON Monday in an historic move the Bolton Evening News will change its name to The Bolton News to reflect its new status as an all-day newspaper. more...
This spectacular picture records the day when a steam train weighing 70 tons pulling wagons containing more than 400 tons of coal went out of control as it left Daubhill station. more...
In 1913 the town came to a standstill as thousands of men, women and children crowded into the town centre to see King George V and Queen Mary make their first visit to Bolton. more...
Bolton Wanderers came away with a 2-0 victory over West Ham. This final became known as the White Horse final after 200,000 spectators in the ground invaded the pitch. more...
In the dark days before 1939 as war loomed in Europe the Coronation of King George VI in 1937 provided an excuse for Coronation day street parties. more...
War is over! That was the cry and the country, including thousands in Bolton, celebrated with street parties. After years of deprivation during the war it was a great excuse for the nation to go wild. more...
This was a dark day in Bolton's otherwise proud sporting history when 33 fans were crushed to death on the Embankment end of Bolton Wanderers' Burnden Park ground. more...
The Coronation Day celebrations for the present Queen Elizabeth II were a welcome distraction from the hardships following the end of the war for these families in Drummond Street, Astley Bridge. more...
Crowds lined the street as the victorious Wanderers team, including Nat Lofthouse, second left, paraded through the town after beating Manchester United 2-0. more...
Rescuers had to struggle through six feet high snowdrifts to reach survivors of an aircrash on Winter Hill on February 27, 1958 which killed 34 people. more...
One of the greatest tragedies to hit Bolton in recent years was the devastating fire at the Top Storey night club in Crown Street, Bolton on May 1, 1961 which killed 19 people. more...
The pall of smoke from the fire that badly damaged Bolton's architectural jewel in the crown could be seen miles away and the damage to the Albert Halls was extensive. more...
From the Bolton Evening News, first published Monday 24th Nov 2003. more...
Former Bolton Evening News Les Gent discusses what it was like to be in charge of the town's favourite newspaper more...
Former Bolton Evening News Les Gent discusses what it was like to be in charge of the town's favourite newspaper more...
1867: Bolton Evening News launched on March 19 by W F Tillotson, first halfpenny evening paper in the country, in Mawdsley Street. more...
1867: Bolton Evening News launched on March 19 by W F Tillotson, first halfpenny evening paper in the country, in Mawdsley Street. more...
1867: Bolton Evening News launched on March 19 by W F Tillotson, first halfpenny evening paper in the country, in Mawdsley Street. more...
TRIBUTES were paid to "great" local papers when the chairman of one of the UK's top newspaper groups opened a new £17 million printing centre at Wingates Westhoughton in November, 2001. more...
TRIBUTES were paid to "great" local papers when the chairman of one of the UK's top newspaper groups opened a new £17 million printing centre at Wingates Westhoughton in November, 2001. more...
The BEN has had just 11 Editors during its proud history. more...
Hyndburn News
A COUNCIL-led scheme that provides tenants with a list of reputable landlords has been bolstered by the signing of one of the area's largest private rental companies. more...
SIX Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) will be out on the streets of Hyndburn by October. more...
Lancashire
COUNCIL bosses have been warned by the government not to close any more libraries to save money. more...
DISABILITY organisation Scope has thanked people for their generosity over the last year after Lancashire ranked the third most generous county in the UK! more...
Lancashire's police force has come in sixth out of 43 forces in a customer satisfaction "league table". more...
Lancashire League
LOWERHOUSE cricket manager Stan Heaton says the club won't surrender their Lancashire League crown without a fight as they face off against leaders and title favourites Bacup tomorrow. more...
Lancashire Telegraph Business Awards
TODAY is the closing date for the Lancashire Telegraph Business Awards 2006. But local firms still have time to send in entry forms as long as they register their intention to enter by 5pm. more...
Leigh Headlines
THE National Blood Service is appealing for more gifts of blood during September. more...
CHARITY chiefs in Leigh are warning the public to be on their guard against bogus callers claiming to be collecting for a worthy cause. more...
DETECTIVES in Leigh are trying to trace a man who helped a teenage girl escape a sexual assault. more...
THE National Blood Service is appealing for more gifts of blood during September. more...
THE National Blood Service is appealing for more gifts of blood during September. more...
A FAMILY from the Leigh have been evicted from their council house, leaving behind them a long history of anti-social behaviour. more...
POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a serious injury road traffic accident in Leigh last Thursday night. more...
A CHARITY is appealing for volunteer drivers to ferry sick children to hospital. more...
A MUM whose life was saved by the quick-thinking actions of her young son has raised £254 to thank the head injuries ward where she was treated. more...
CHARITY chiefs in Leigh are warning the public to be on their guard against bogus callers claiming to be collecting for a worthy cause. more...
AN historic building which dates from the early years of the 18th century will be a focal point today, Saturday and Sunday in Atherton. more...
FAMOUS names are urging the residents to get active' this weekend. more...
TEAMS of costumed librarians will be patrolling the streets of the borough today urging residents to take part in reading a book in a day. more...
FUNDRAISERS are preparing to step out on another big event in aid of Wigan and Leigh Hospice. 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...
Mellor News
A GROUP of young Asian men playing football ran for their lives after being chased by a man brandishing a large kitchen knife, a court was told. more...
Motorsport
Foggy Petronas Racing head to Germany for the tenth round of the Superbike World Championship hoping to improve on their best results of the season at Assen last weekend. more...
Movies
IN an industry dominated by American titles, it's always nice to see a film flying the flag for British cinema and Severance does just that. more...
Nelson Fc
NELSON boss Graham Howarth says he is looking forward to locking horns with his opposite number Brent Peters when his side faces Bacup at West View tomorrow. more...
News From The Schools
TEAMS of costumed librarians will be patrolling the streets of the borough today urging residents to take part in reading a book in a day. more...
Non-League Football
CLITHEROE are looking to get back to winning ways tomorrow with a tough match against Gresley Rovers. more...
Padiham Fc
PADIHAM manager Steve Wilkes is preparing his troops for what he believes is their biggest test of the season so far. more...
Pendle News
PEOPLE in Pendle are being told to watch the post for a survey asking for their views on the council and its services. more...
Politics
PEACEMAKER Jack Straw, Blackburn MP and Leader of the House, is confident a statement from Prime Minister Tony Blair about his exit from government will heal the rift in the Labour Party. more...
Ramsbottom United
RAMSBOTTOM ended Bacup's unbeaten run last night in a game that saw four goals and the home side reduced to nine men. more...
Ribchester News
POLICE saw one man kicking another on the floor during an altercation outside the Flying Haggis in Church Street, Blackburn. more...
Rishton
A DRIVER punched another motorist who he accused of thinking he "owned the road", a court was told. more...
Rossendale News
ROSSENDALE Council has won an extra £75,000 of Government funding to support disabled people in the borough. more...
Rovers News
BLACKBURN Rovers manager Mark Hughes has told his players to expect a scrap as they look to get their season up and running at Sheffield United tomorrow. more...
NEW Blackburn Rovers signing Shabina Nonda may have to wait to make his Premiership debut because he was only due to train with his new team-mates for the first time today. more...
MORTEN Gamst Pedersen has told Mark Hughes you can put your shirt on me' as he looks to fire Blackburn Rovers up the Premier League table. 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...
Shuiab Khan
As you can see from my picture I am bi-lingual. There is a joy from being able to speak and understand the English language. more...
Smoking Ban In 2007
HEALTH chiefs in Bolton have welcomed plans to launch a "shop a smoker" hotline when the national smoking ban is introduced next summer. more...
Stanley News
ACCRINGTON Stanley manager John Coleman is urging his side to make every minute count, and try to retrieve that winning feeling. more...
Manager John Coleman will be forced to shake up Accrington Stanley's defence for the game against Notts County. more...
Manager John Coleman will be forced to shake up Accrington Stanley's defence for the game against Notts County. more...
ACCRINGTON Stanley U18s entertain Shrewsbury Town U18s at Clitheroe Football Club's Shawbridge Ground tonight, kick-off 7pm. more...
Stars From The Bolton Area
A group of dancers and musicians enjoyed three, rather than five minutes, of fame by appearing on a TV show. more...
Takeaways
RUNNING the gauntlet of takeaway establishments along Darwen Street it was nice to find at least one which offers good old fish and chips. more...
Tasters
COUNCIL bosses have been warned by the government not to close any more libraries to save money. more...
The Third Age: For The 50+
MANY people long for retirement so they can escape the routine of the nine to five working day, put their feet up and plan that long winter holiday in Spain. more...
SIR Elton John is the artist most people in Bolton would like to have sing at their funeral, an Age Concern Funeral Plans survey has revealed. more...
AN over-50s Federation meeting will be held to discuss the International Year of Older People in October. more...
AN over-50s support group has backed calls from Age Concern for action to ensure elderly people in hospital get enough to eat. more...
A Cheshire college has been recognised for its innovative provision of learning opportunities for older people. more...
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THIS is your page and we would like you to tell us what you would like to read about. more...
Todmorden
LAND set aside for industrial use can now be used for massive development. more...
LAND set aside for industrial use can now be used for massive development. more...
Travel
PARKING charges for disabled people have been scrapped at Blackburn's new super hospital after complaints about its "disastrous" facilities. more...
Tv Reviews
DO we really need another documentary about the death of Diana? more...
Wanderers Headlines Of The Day
HE is renowned for his sulks and outbursts - but Wanderers' new signing, Nicholas Anelka, was all smiles when he met adoring fans at the Reebok Stadium. more...
HE is renowned for his sulks and outbursts - but Wanderers' new signing, Nicholas Anelka, was all smiles when he met adoring fans at the Reebok Stadium. more...
Wanderers News
NICOLAS Anelka will make his Bolton Wanderers debut against Watford at the Reebok tomorrow. more...
NICOLAS Anelka will make his Bolton Wanderers debut against Watford at the Reebok tomorrow. more...
SAM Allardyce admitted today he has reached a contract stand-off with Tal Ben Haim that could hasten the departure of the Israeli defender. more...
GARY Speed celebrates his 37th birthday today as hungry for footballing success as he was when he kicked off his career as a fresh-faced teenager. more...
ADRIAN Boothroyd has repeated his admiration for Sam Allardyce's blueprint for Premiership success. more...
BOUGHT for a record £8 million, Nicolas Anelka is under no illusions. more...
HE is renowned for his sulks and outbursts - but Wanderers' new signing, Nicholas Anelka, was all smiles when he met adoring fans at the Reebok Stadium. more...
HE is renowned for his sulks and outbursts - but Wanderers' new signing, Nicholas Anelka, was all smiles when he met adoring fans at the Reebok Stadium. more...
We Say
A BURGLAR who preyed on vulnerable old people was finally brought to justice after DNA was extracted from a single bead of his sweat. more...
THE council has decided to invest £75,000 in a new set of Christmas lights for the town centre, and is also looking at extending the festive cheer to cover the Bradshawgate, Churchgate, Nelson Square and Bridge Street areas. more...
What'S On In And Around Bury
THE annual World Black Pudding Throwing Championships is expected to draw hundreds of people to Ramsbottom this weekend. more...
THE annual World Black Pudding Throwing Championships is expected to draw hundreds of people to Ramsbottom this weekend. more...
THE annual World Black Pudding Throwing Championships is expected to draw hundreds of people to Ramsbottom this weekend. more...
THE annual World Black Pudding Throwing Championships is expected to draw hundreds of people to Ramsbottom this weekend. more...
What'S On In The Bolton Area
THE National Blood Service is appealing for more gifts of blood during September. more...
THE annual World Black Pudding Throwing Championships is expected to draw hundreds of people to Ramsbottom this weekend. more...
THE National Blood Service is appealing for more gifts of blood during September. more...
THE annual World Black Pudding Throwing Championships is expected to draw hundreds of people to Ramsbottom this weekend. more...
THE annual World Black Pudding Throwing Championships is expected to draw hundreds of people to Ramsbottom this weekend. more...
THE annual World Black Pudding Throwing Championships is expected to draw hundreds of people to Ramsbottom this weekend. more...
Whats On
THE annual World Black Pudding Throwing Championships is expected to draw hundreds of people to Ramsbottom this weekend. more...
THE annual World Black Pudding Throwing Championships is expected to draw hundreds of people to Ramsbottom this weekend. more...
THE annual World Black Pudding Throwing Championships is expected to draw hundreds of people to Ramsbottom this weekend. more...
THE annual World Black Pudding Throwing Championships is expected to draw hundreds of people to Ramsbottom this weekend. 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...
You Say
I WAS alarmed to read recently the proposed sentencing rules now under consultation, which would mean that potential shoplifters will never face the threat of jail. more...
I THINK the following occurrence is worth a mention in your paper, as it is nice to hear a positive report involving young people. more...
I READ with interest Cllr Ibrahim Adia's visionary plan for our town centre. more...
I WELCOME the new laws governing organ donation, whereby relatives of people who have signed up to the organ donors' register can no longer overturn their dead loved one's decision. more...
AS a resident of Crown Lane for the past 34 years, I would like to respond to Peter Lightbown's letter complaining about the traffic calming - or slalom course, as he refers to it. more...
I WISH to complain about the lack of brass bands in Pennington Park. more...
SIR,
I WRITE regarding the appalling state of the sewage problem around Broughton Avenue, Woodford Avenue and Mirfield Close, Lowton. It has been a disgrace for a number of years. more...
REGARDING New Labour Cllr Brian Wilson's letter claiming Liberal Democrats had misled' the public over cutting bus routes and the closure of Shakerley School'. more...
REGARDING New Labour Cllr Brian Wilson's letter claiming Liberal Democrats had misled' the public over cutting bus routes and the closure of Shakerley School'. more...
Your Favourite Pet Pix
Ole (named after Ole Gunnar) sitting on the sofa
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Your Memories From 1966 Final
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...
Your Verdict
I have just read the excuse for empty seats at prem grounds. more...
Bolton Evening News Business
EMPLOYEES of builder Rok Durose and Gourlay were the guests of honour at a pensioners' street party.
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BUSINESSES in Bolton have reacted warily to suggestions that a Government report might recommend a return to localised business rates.
more...
A LOCAL company is looking to help schools in Bolton raise much needed funds through a cashback scheme on printer ink.
more...
Bolton Evening News News
THE National Blood Service is appealing for more gifts of blood during September.
more...
A motorist miraculously escaped injury when her car careered off the road and became wedged between two trees.
more...
A POLICE officer has told an inquest he thought a drunken prisoner who died in his cell was well because he heard him snoring.
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A MAN is fighting for his life in hospital after he was found battered in his flat.
more...
THREE people arrested over the sale of a fake £1 million Egyptian statue to Bolton Museum have had their bail renewed.
more...
HE is renowned for his sulks and outbursts - but Wanderers' new signing, Nicholas Anelka, was all smiles when he met adoring fans at the Reebok Stadium.
more...
CHRISTMAS lights could go up in more streets in Bolton town centre this year.
more...
FOUR teenage girls arrested in connection with an attack on a girl in a cemetery have been bailed again by police.
more...
A group of dancers and musicians enjoyed three, rather than five minutes, of fame by appearing on a TV show.
more...
MOTORISTS are facing fresh traffic headaches in Bolton town centre.
more...
A HUNGARIAN man who went missing from his Bolton home has been found safe.
more...
CHARITY chiefs in Leigh are warning the public to be on their guard against bogus callers claiming to be collecting for a worthy cause.
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1867: First halfpenny evening newspaper to be launched unconnected with any morning or weekly newspaper on March 19. Printed from premises in Mawdsley Street.
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A NEW charter has been drawn up to protect council-employed markets staff from abusive traders.
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A BURGLAR who struck more than 100 times was eventually caught by DNA taken from a single bead of his sweat.
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A HUNGARIAN man who went missing from his Bolton home has been found safe.
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MOTORISTS are facing fresh traffic headaches in Bolton town centre.
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The funeral of a well-known Bolton vicar who died aged 94 will take place on Monday.
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HEALTH chiefs in Bolton have welcomed plans to launch a "shop a smoker" hotline when the national smoking ban is introduced next summer.
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CHARITY fundraisers will be putting on the style at a celebration night in Bolton next month.
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THE last Bolton Evening News before the newspaper's change of name will be frozen in time to mark the 10th anniversary of the Middlebrook Retail and Leisure Park.
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JOBSEEKERS are invited to a two-day event in Bolton providing advice on careers, job applications and interview technique.
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Chorley Citizen News
CHORLEY Council has been nominated for a North West in Bloom award after entering the prestigious gardening competition for the first time.
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Chorley Citizen Sport
New Chorley manager Paul Lodge will tell his players same again' when the Magpies take on Buxton at Victory Park tomorrow.
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Lancashire Telegraph Education
Pupils in Accrington celebrated their school's new status as a specialist sports college.
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MORE than 200 science and humanities students at Burnley College were last night rewarded for their efforts over the past year at a presentation evening.
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Lancashire Telegraph News
PEACEMAKER Jack Straw, Blackburn MP and Leader of the House, is confident a statement from Prime Minister Tony Blair about his exit from government will heal the rift in the Labour Party.
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ROSSENDALE Council has won an extra £75,000 of Government funding to support disabled people in the borough.
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COUNCIL bosses have been warned by the government not to close any more libraries to save money.
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Lancashire Telegraph Sport
Foggy Petronas Racing head to Germany for the tenth round of the Superbike World Championship hoping to improve on their best results of the season at Assen last weekend.
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Leigh Journal News
THE National Blood Service is appealing for more gifts of blood during September.
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A FAMILY from the Leigh have been evicted from their council house, leaving behind them a long history of anti-social behaviour.
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POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a serious injury road traffic accident in Leigh last Thursday night.
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A CHARITY is appealing for volunteer drivers to ferry sick children to hospital.
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A MUM whose life was saved by the quick-thinking actions of her young son has raised £254 to thank the head injuries ward where she was treated.
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CHARITY chiefs in Leigh are warning the public to be on their guard against bogus callers claiming to be collecting for a worthy cause.
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HE is renowned for his sulks and outbursts - but Wanderers' new signing, Nicholas Anelka, was all smiles when he met adoring fans at the Reebok Stadium.
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AN historic building which dates from the early years of the 18th century will be a focal point today, Saturday and Sunday in Atherton.
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FAMOUS names are urging the residents to get active' this weekend.
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FUNDRAISERS are preparing to step out on another big event in aid of Wigan and Leigh Hospice.
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ASTLEY'S champion Youth Band has received a welcome brass boost.
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TWO local MPs are backing a scheme led by young patients at Christie Hospital, known as "The Christie Crew" to end discrimination by pubs and clubs against young cancer patients.
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TEAMS of costumed librarians will be patrolling the streets of the borough today urging residents to take part in reading a book in a day.
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DETECTIVES in Leigh are trying to trace a man who helped a teenage girl escape a sexual assault.
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