Stories for 27 August 2007
Accrington
AN LPG cylinder ignited last night on Hyndburn Road, Accrington, setting fencing panels alight. more...
A MAZDA 323 was burnt out on Dale Street, Accrington, this morning. more...
Athletics
Rob Hope has finished third in the Weasdale Horseshoe Fell Race, but has lost his lead in the English Fell Championship to race winner Simon Bailey. more...
Bacup
RESIDENTS living near a park where a young woman died after a vicious attack are calling for the introduction of park rangers. more...
Bands In Profile
ROCK band McFly are among a list of artists who have recorded a track for Radio 1's forthcoming 40th birthday celebrations. more...
ROCK band McFly are among a list of artists who have recorded a track for Radio 1's forthcoming 40th birthday celebrations. more...
ROCK band McFly are among a list of artists who have recorded a track for Radio 1's forthcoming 40th birthday celebrations. more...
ROCK band McFly are among a list of artists who have recorded a track for Radio 1's forthcoming 40th birthday celebrations. more...
Betting Tips
STAFF at a bookies enjoyed horsing around for a day in the name of charity. more...
Blackburn
MOTORISTS have discovered Blackburn parking attendants' blind spot. more...
WORK on repairing one of Blackburn's most imposing Georgian townhouses - which has links to the town's first mayor - has begun. more...
A RARE diary - giving an unique insight into life in World War One's trenches - has been transcribed by a history student for public use. more...
ORGANISERS of a Palestinian football tour to East Lancashire are considering legal action after players were denied travel visas by the Foreign Office. more...
A WOMAN was raped in a back street after a man who befriended her turned violent. more...
HUNDREDS of bereaved relatives face costly repair bills after more than 400 headstones were branded a health and safety risk. more...
Blackpool News
A porcupine had to be rescued from Blackpool Zoo after it became stuck in a tree on Sunday afternoon. more...
A Polish man from Blackpool has died after drowning in the River Ribble near Preston while fishing. more...
Thousands of cyclists will be pedalling along Blackpool's seafront tomorrow night to enjoy a sneak pre-view of the town's Illuminations. more...
Bolton News
A LONDON barrister has been selected by the Labour Party in Bolton to fight for MP Brian Iddon's seat when he steps down ahead of the next general election. more...
Smokers in the poorest parts of Bolton are to be targeted by telephone cold callers who will try to help them to quit. more...
FIREFIGHTERS have blasted youngsters who made a hoax call, claiming the prank could have cost lives. more...
POLICE have made a fresh plea for help in finding a woman who has been missing from home for three months. more...
PLANS to map the shifting habitat of butterflies in the North-west of England are to throw a lifeline to some of Britain's most threatened species. more...
THEY had not chimed for 27 years - but Paul Berry was determined that the bells would ring on his wedding day. more...
AN eco-friendly duo who competed in an epic road rally to Mongolia have spoken about their turbulent trip. more...
AN angling centre has moved a step closer to getting its expansion plans approved. more...
Town centre entertainment continues today as the revamped Churchgate area is transformed into a fringe festival with live music, stilt walkers, mime artists
and street
entertainers for the outdoor Down Our Street event. more...
Parents of young children due to start nursery or school in Bolton this term are invited to a special event where free advice will be on offer. more...
A DOCTOR Who fanatic has helped exterminate a world record. more...
STALWARTS of the Westhoughton community have seen their hard work recognised. more...
THE Guide Dogs charity has launched an appeal for unwanted jewellery. more...
A CANCER survivor is taking her fight to have potentially life-saving drugs made available free on the NHS, to Downing Street. more...
STAFF at a bookies enjoyed horsing around for a day in the name of charity. more...
THE fun of the fair came to Edgworth when a pub landlord threw open his doors for a charity bonanza. more...
THOUSANDS of homes were without power after arsonists destroyed an electricity substation next to a derelict factory. more...
TWO women had to be cut free from the wreckage of their car after it smashed into a garage and adjoining house. more...
DAREDEVIL skaters displayed their breath-taking skills as Bolton's town centre skatepark was officially opened. more...
VANDALS set fire to a moped which had been dumped near the junction of Firwood Grove and Le Gendre Street, Tonge Moor. more...
AN elderly woman was taken to hospital as a precaution after a pie in a foil tray caught fire in a microwave.
Firemen were called to the semi-detached property in Kermoor Avenue, Sharples and led the 93-year-old woman out of the house. more...
RESIDENTS of a small community are up in arms over plans to build new homes on a children's play area. more...
RESEARCHERS at the University of Manchester are offering free health MOTs to older men from South Asian and Afro-Caribbean communities as part of the world's biggest study of male ageing. more...
A COUPLE who are hosting a black tie and evening dress charity dinner in memory of their baby son are calling on all businesses to help make it a night to remember. more...
A LABOUR social club is set to withdraw support for the national party amid outcry over the selection of a London barrister to defend MP Brian Iddon's seat. more...
A lecturer from the University of Bolton has stepped into the debate about the validity of degrees in computer gaming. more...
PLANS for a pitch maintenance building at Bolton Wanderers football academy have hit a stumbling block. more...
A DISABLED man was trapped in his home for the second time in as many weeks following an arson attack. more...
RESIDENTS of a small community are up in arms over plans to build new homes on a children's play area. more...
THOUSANDS of homes were without power after arsonists destroyed an electricity substation next to a derelict factory. more...
FIREFIGHTERS have blasted youngsters who made a hoax call, claiming the prank could have cost lives. more...
PLANS to map the shifting habitat of butterflies in the North-west of England are to throw a lifeline to some of Britain's most threatened species. more...
THE Guide Dogs charity has launched an appeal for unwanted jewellery. more...
THOUSANDS of homes were without power after arsonists destroyed an electricity substation next to a derelict factory. more...
PLANS to map the shifting habitat of butterflies in the North-west of England are to throw a lifeline to some of Britain's most threatened species. more...
THE Guide Dogs charity has launched an appeal for unwanted jewellery. more...
PLANS to map the shifting habitat of butterflies in the North-west of England are to throw a lifeline to some of Britain's most threatened species. more...
THE Guide Dogs charity has launched an appeal for unwanted jewellery. more...
Burnley
A TEENAGER who took part in an assault which left a man injured was said to have punched and kicked him. more...
FAMILY and friends of a little girl who died from a rare form of cancer hope to keep her memory alive by creating a memorial garden. more...
Bury News
PLANS to map the shifting habitat of butterflies in the North-west of England are to throw a lifeline to some of Britain's most threatened species. more...
THE Guide Dogs charity has launched an appeal for unwanted jewellery. more...
PLANS to map the shifting habitat of butterflies in the North-west of England are to throw a lifeline to some of Britain's most threatened species. more...
THE Guide Dogs charity has launched an appeal for unwanted jewellery. more...
A GARDENER was taken to hospital after piercing her hand with a rake. more...
A TOILET block at a scout camp has been targetted by arsonists. more...
A woman has been found hanged in woodland in Bury. more...
CREATIVE youngsters are being challenged to spread a green message across the borough and beyond by taking part in an exciting art project. more...
PLANS to map the shifting habitat of butterflies in the North-west of England are to throw a lifeline to some of Britain's most threatened species. more...
THE Guide Dogs charity has launched an appeal for unwanted jewellery. more...
AN investigating has been launched by police after shots were fired in a Prestwich street during the early hours of today. more...
PLANS to map the shifting habitat of butterflies in the North-west of England are to throw a lifeline to some of Britain's most threatened species. more...
THE Guide Dogs charity has launched an appeal for unwanted jewellery. more...
Chorley News
The funeral of a Chorley policeman who collapsed and died will take place tomorrow. more...
Chorley residents have bin' sounded out about the future of the borough's waste collection service as the council prepares to make improvements to it. more...
Yarrow Valley County Park's annual woodlands day yesterday attracted bumper crowds. more...
Clarets News
BURNLEY have missed out on one of their transfer targets just days before the window closes at midnight on Friday. more...
BURNLEY manager Steve Cotterill says the club cannot look into re-arranging Saturday's postponed game against Queens Park Rangers until later this week. more...
STAN TERNENT is clocking up the air miles in his new job as Birmingham's European scout. more...
LEE Hughes will miss tomorrow's match against Burnley through suspension ... after being sent off for his prison team! more...
BURNLEY'S Carling Cup second round clash with Oldham must be decided, by hook or by crook, tomorrow. more...
Cricket Round-Up
EDGWORTH survived a scare to remain on course for their first title in 19 years. more...
FARNWORTH have decided to take a stand which could cost them a hefty points deduction and fine after going against the Bolton League's decision to ban their professional for two matches. more...
EDGWORTH survived a scare to remain on course for their first title in 19 years. more...
FARNWORTH have decided to take a stand which could cost them a hefty points deduction and fine after going against the Bolton League's decision to ban their professional for two matches. more...
East Lancashire News
LANCASHIRE'S farming leaders have welcomed the news that cattle markets will be back in business within a fortnight. more...
ONE in four of the working population in East Lancashire is living off benefits or shunning work, shock figures have revealed. more...
Education
A CALL has been made to review the sale of East Lancashire school uniforms amid fears about the financial burden on families. more...
Education News
Parents of young children due to start nursery or school in Bolton this term are invited to a special event where free advice will be on offer. more...
England And Lancashire Updates
LANCASHIRE captain Mark Chilton will have to pick his side up for tomorrow's County Championship game against Kent after a worrying Pro40 League defeat against Worcestershire on Saturday. more...
LANCASHIRE captain Mark Chilton will have to pick his side up for tomorrow's County Championship game against Kent after a worrying Pro40 League defeat against Worcestershire on Saturday. more...
LANCASHIRE captain Mark Chilton will have to pick his side up for tomorrow's County Championship game against Kent after a worrying Pro40 League defeat against Worcestershire on Saturday. more...
Farnworth
Smokers in the poorest parts of Bolton are to be targeted by telephone cold callers who will try to help them to quit. more...
Arsonists struck on land behind the Bridgewater pub in Buckley Lane, Farnworth, at 7pm yesterday, when a shed was destroyed by fire. more...
A LONDON barrister has been selected by the Labour Party in Bolton to fight for MP Brian Iddon's seat when he steps down ahead of the next general election. more...
Fashion Freight
THIS soft round creation is perfect for adding a Parisian, alternative or effortless edge to your ensemble. more...
Fleetwood News
A Fleetwood motorcyclist has died after a major collision on Saturday afternoon. more...
Frank Mckenna
A multi million pound project to create a new Central Business District for Preston has moved a step forward this week. more...
Health News
Smokers in the poorest parts of Bolton are to be targeted by telephone cold callers who will try to help them to quit. more...
COLD calling is not popular. more...
Horwich
AN angling centre has moved a step closer to getting its expansion plans approved. more...
PLANS to change an office into a two-bedroom flat have been approved. more...
PUBLIC liability insurance at the town hall in Horwich is to be doubled. more...
A FORMER garage is to be converted into three apartments and a bedsit. more...
A SUPERMARKET in Horwich can install an illuminated sign. more...
Kirkham & Wesham Fc
Striker Mark Wane grabbed himself a hat-trick inside 38 minutes as Vodkat Division Two leaders Kirkham & Wesham hit back after going a goal
behind after only seven minutes to cement their place at the top of the table. more...
Lancashire
THE wet summer has brought one unwelcome visitor in record numbers - the slug. more...
Lancashire Ccc
Lancashire skipper Mark Chilton is backing his side to recover from Sunday's Pro40 League loss to Worcestershire as they chase down vital Championship points at Kent. more...
Lancashire League
ENFIELD beat Haslingden in dramatic style to lift the Lancashire League's 20/20 Cup. more...
Lancashire News
A teenager was shot with an air rifle in Manchester. more...
A MAN was shot as he walked along a street in Cheetham Hill, Manchester. more...
PLANS to map the shifting habitat of butterflies in the North-west of England are to throw a lifeline to some of Britain's most threatened species. more...
A POLICE Range Rover was in collision with a Nissan Micra as it was on route to an emergency call. more...
A teenager was shot with an air rifle in Manchester. more...
A MAN was shot as he walked along a street in Cheetham Hill, Manchester. more...
PLANS to map the shifting habitat of butterflies in the North-west of England are to throw a lifeline to some of Britain's most threatened species. more...
A POLICE Range Rover was in collision with a Nissan Micra as it was on route to an emergency call. more...
PLANS to map the shifting habitat of butterflies in the North-west of England are to throw a lifeline to some of Britain's most threatened species. more...
PLANS to map the shifting habitat of butterflies in the North-west of England are to throw a lifeline to some of Britain's most threatened species. more...
Latest Sport
EDGWORTH survived a scare to remain on course for their first title in 19 years. more...
FARNWORTH have decided to take a stand which could cost them a hefty points deduction and fine after going against the Bolton League's decision to ban their professional for two matches. more...
BURY boss Chris Casper was critical of rookie referee Ray East as his side wilted in the heat to suffer their first defeat of the season. more...
LANCASHIRE captain Mark Chilton will have to pick his side up for tomorrow's County Championship game against Kent after a worrying Pro40 League defeat against Worcestershire on Saturday. more...
EDGWORTH survived a scare to remain on course for their first title in 19 years. more...
LANCASHIRE captain Mark Chilton will have to pick his side up for tomorrow's County Championship game against Kent after a worrying Pro40 League defeat against Worcestershire on Saturday. more...
FARNWORTH have decided to take a stand which could cost them a hefty points deduction and fine after going against the Bolton League's decision to ban their professional for two matches. more...
BURY boss Chris Casper was critical of rookie referee Ray East as his side wilted in the heat to suffer their first defeat of the season. more...
LANCASHIRE captain Mark Chilton will have to pick his side up for tomorrow's County Championship game against Kent after a worrying Pro40 League defeat against Worcestershire on Saturday. more...
Leigh Headlines
FIREFIGHTERS have blasted youngsters who made a hoax call, claiming the prank could have cost lives. more...
PLANS to map the shifting habitat of butterflies in the North-west of England are to throw a lifeline to some of Britain's most threatened species. more...
THE Guide Dogs charity has launched an appeal for unwanted jewellery. more...
A POLICE Range Rover was in collision with a Nissan Micra as it was on route to an emergency call. more...
THOUSANDS of homes were without power after arsonists destroyed an electricity substation next to a derelict factory. more...
THOUSANDS of homes were without power after arsonists destroyed an electricity substation next to a derelict factory. more...
FIREFIGHTERS have blasted youngsters who made a hoax call, claiming the prank could have cost lives. more...
PLANS to map the shifting habitat of butterflies in the North-west of England are to throw a lifeline to some of Britain's most threatened species. more...
THE Guide Dogs charity has launched an appeal for unwanted jewellery. more...
A POLICE Range Rover was in collision with a Nissan Micra as it was on route to an emergency call. more...
THOUSANDS of homes were without power after arsonists destroyed an electricity substation next to a derelict factory. more...
PLANS to map the shifting habitat of butterflies in the North-west of England are to throw a lifeline to some of Britain's most threatened species. more...
THE Guide Dogs charity has launched an appeal for unwanted jewellery. more...
PLANS to map the shifting habitat of butterflies in the North-west of England are to throw a lifeline to some of Britain's most threatened species. more...
THE Guide Dogs charity has launched an appeal for unwanted jewellery. more...
Letters
IN his rather incoherent rant against the Harry Potter books (LT, August 14), Councillor Salim Mulla manages to ignore a fact which the various responses (LT, August 18) do not quite encapsulate. more...
I WRITE in response to the front page article on August 18 "Boy, 7, Held As Terror Suspect." more...
JUST 60 years after Indian Independence it's interesting to read and hear almost every day people, whose roots are in the Indian sub-continent, saying that . . . "there is no room for narrow nationalism in Britain". more...
RE the letter regarding statins from Paul Canns of Help the Aged. Is he saying statins are a must have' tablet for anyone with heart problems? more...
Life
AS plumbers and electricians become the new elite workforce, we talk to a woman who has made her pipe dreams a reality. . . more...
THE fashion industry may have forgiven Kate Moss for her wild-child antics, but it seems the ordinary folk of the North-west haven't. more...
THINK that women go to all that effort in their appearance just to attract men? more...
WHEN you think of your teenage daughter, do you picture her in an abusive relationship? more...
BUDDING models could have a chance to show off their sass thanks to everyone's favourite WAG, Coleen McLoughlin. more...
Local Cricket
Defeat for Netherfield and victory for St Annes separated the two leading teams that were equal on points at the top of the table before the weekend fixtures of the 3D Sports Northern Premier League. more...
Local Cricket Round-Up
EDGWORTH survived a scare to remain on course for their first title in 19 years. more...
FARNWORTH have decided to take a stand which could cost them a hefty points deduction and fine after going against the Bolton League's decision to ban their professional for two matches. more...
EDGWORTH survived a scare to remain on course for their first title in 19 years. more...
FARNWORTH have decided to take a stand which could cost them a hefty points deduction and fine after going against the Bolton League's decision to ban their professional for two matches. more...
Manchester News
A teenager was shot with an air rifle in Manchester. more...
A MAN was shot as he walked along a street in Cheetham Hill, Manchester. more...
A teenager was shot with an air rifle in Manchester. more...
A MAN was shot as he walked along a street in Cheetham Hill, Manchester. more...
Match Reports
Freddy Eastwood was the leader of the pack in something of a smash-and-grab at Wolves, as Blackpool somehow managed to let three points that looked to be in the bag slip away. more...
Nelson
THE family of a baby who died while in the care of babysitters have vowed to launch a private prosecution if court bosses fail to bring her killer to justice. more...
COUNCILLORS will get their first chance to discuss plans for a new community centre in Nelson a week today. more...
COUNCILLORS should seize their last chance to prevent a major gateway into Nelson from remaining an eyesore, planning officers said. more...
News
A drugs mastermind, who led a conspiracy to supply heroin and cocaine worth more than a million pounds across the north, has been jailed for 12 years. more...
A former BT employee has been jailed after he used family and friends' details to obtain £50,000 to fund his gambling and drug addictions. more...
The driver of £150,000 Lamborghini has spoken of the moment he wrecked his vehicle in collision with another car. more...
News From The Adlington Area
A POLICE and Communities Together meeting is being held in Adlington at Fairview Community Centre, Highfield Road North, on Thursday September 6, at 2.30pm. more...
News Round-Up
Smokers in the poorest parts of Bolton are to be targeted by telephone cold callers who will try to help them to quit. more...
Smokers in the poorest parts of Bolton are to be targeted by telephone cold callers who will try to help them to quit. more...
POLICE are hunting for a knife attacker after a man was found with stab wounds in Lower Broughton. more...
A rubbish fire caused damage to a garage door in Sadler Street, Great Lever. Fire crews were called at 4.40pm yesterday. more...
THEY had not chimed for 27 years - but Paul Berry was determined that the bells would ring on his wedding day. more...
THEY had not chimed for 27 years - but Paul Berry was determined that the bells would ring on his wedding day. more...
THEY had not chimed for 27 years - but Paul Berry was determined that the bells would ring on his wedding day. more...
A LONDON barrister has been selected by the Labour Party in Bolton to fight for MP Brian Iddon's seat when he steps down ahead of the next general election. more...
A DOCTOR Who fanatic has helped exterminate a world record. more...
APPROVAL has been granted for a smoking shelter to be built at Halliwell Conservative Club. more...
AN application by Pearson Ferrier to turn a former beauty shop at 469 Darwen Road, Bromley Cross, into an estate agents was approved by Bolton Council's planning and highways committee. more...
THE summer may have been a wash-out, but that did not stop the Grey Mare Dahlia Society from putting on a colourful display at their annual show. more...
A STORAGE building at a Blackrod farm is to be turned into a therapist's consulting room. more...
A PUB has submitted plans to build a smoking shelter. more...
THE fun of the fair came to Edgworth when a pub landlord threw open his doors for a charity bonanza. more...
TWO women had to be cut free from the wreckage of their car after it smashed into a garage and adjoining house. more...
TWO women had to be cut free from the wreckage of their car after it smashed into a garage and adjoining house. more...
POLICE are hunting for a knife attacker after a man was found with stab wounds in Lower Broughton. more...
Oswaldtwistle
ORGANISERS of Foxhill Bank Nature Reserve celebrated the twentieth anniversary of saving the reserve from demolition. more...
Penwortham News
A Polish man died after drowning in the River Ribble in Penwortham while fishing. more...
Pike Hill News
THE parents of a man who was murdered in India say they are being kept in the dark' about the investigations surrounding his death. more...
Prestwich Headlines
PLANS to map the shifting habitat of butterflies in the North-west of England are to throw a lifeline to some of Britain's most threatened species. more...
PLANS to map the shifting habitat of butterflies in the North-west of England are to throw a lifeline to some of Britain's most threatened species. more...
PLANS to map the shifting habitat of butterflies in the North-west of England are to throw a lifeline to some of Britain's most threatened species. more...
A PORTABLE classroom has arrived at Our Ladys Primary School in Prestwich just in the nick of time. more...
PLANS to map the shifting habitat of butterflies in the North-west of England are to throw a lifeline to some of Britain's most threatened species. more...
Rossendale News
A POLITICAL campaigner has slammed a watchdog's decision which will see some maternity services moving further away from mothers-to-be in Rossendale. more...
Rovers News
BLACKBURN boss Mark Hughes reckons his players have put down a marker for the rest of the season' following promising back to back performances against Arsenal and Everton. more...
Salford News
POLICE are hunting for a knife attacker after a man was found with stab wounds in Lower Broughton. more...
POLICE are hunting for a knife attacker after a man was found with stab wounds in Lower Broughton. more...
Seven Days
News and sport stories
from The Bolton News, Bury Times Group, Leigh Journal
and associated newspapers and websites
in Lancashire from
the last seven days more...
Shakers Updates
BURY boss Chris Casper was critical of rookie referee Ray East as his side wilted in the heat to suffer their first defeat of the season. more...
BURY boss Chris Casper was critical of rookie referee Ray East as his side wilted in the heat to suffer their first defeat of the season. more...
Simonstone News
A CHARITY in Nelson is set to benefit from a fun day featuring a range of events including a fancy dress run. more...
Smoking Ban In 2007
Smokers in the poorest parts of Bolton are to be targeted by telephone cold callers who will try to help them to quit. more...
Soccer Headlines
BURY boss Chris Casper was critical of rookie referee Ray East as his side wilted in the heat to suffer their first defeat of the season. more...
BURY boss Chris Casper was critical of rookie referee Ray East as his side wilted in the heat to suffer their first defeat of the season. more...
Sporting Highlights
FARNWORTH have decided to take a stand which could cost them a hefty points deduction and fine after going against the Bolton League's decision to ban their professional for two matches. more...
FARNWORTH have decided to take a stand which could cost them a hefty points deduction and fine after going against the Bolton League's decision to ban their professional for two matches. more...
Stanley News
ACCRINGTON Stanley manager John Coleman has threatened to wield the axe if his players don't buck their ideas up at both ends of the pitch. more...
Stanley Reports
It was another glorious August afternoon, but the sunshine was the only thing that linked Accrington Stanley's trips to Wycombe and Lincoln City. more...
Stars From The Bolton Area
ROCK band McFly are among a list of artists who have recorded a track for Radio 1's forthcoming 40th birthday celebrations. more...
ROCK band McFly are among a list of artists who have recorded a track for Radio 1's forthcoming 40th birthday celebrations. more...
ROCK band McFly are among a list of artists who have recorded a track for Radio 1's forthcoming 40th birthday celebrations. more...
ROCK band McFly are among a list of artists who have recorded a track for Radio 1's forthcoming 40th birthday celebrations. more...
Style Synopsis
FASHIONISTAS it's time to get waisted. more...
The Verdict
Each week, our panel of Bolton experts give their verdict on the latest styles
more...
Turton News
A LITERARY and music festival is being held at Turton Tower in a bid to save the historic house from closure. more...
Wanderers News
GARY Speed has added his influential voice to the growing clamour for Wanderers to ensure Nicolas Anelka and El-Hadji Diouf stay at the Reebok. more...
WHAT have Bolton got that Manchester United, Arsenal and Liverpool haven't? more...
EL-HADJI Diouf has told his Reebok bosses he is prepared to leave the big decision over his future in their hands. more...
ABDOULAYE Faye should end a month of uncertainty by completing a £2million switch to Newcastle United before Friday's transfer deadline. more...
Wanderers will take on non-league Radcliffe Borough in a friendly at Stainton Park today (kick off 1pm). more...
ABDOULAYE Faye should end a month of uncertainty by completing a £2million switch to Newcastle United before Friday's transfer deadline. more...
GARY Speed has added his influential voice to the growing clamour for Wanderers to ensure Nicolas Anelka and El-Hadji Diouf stay at the Reebok. more...
EL-HADJI Diouf has told his Reebok bosses he is prepared to leave the big decision over his future in their hands. more...
WHAT have Bolton got that Manchester United, Arsenal and Liverpool haven't? more...
We Say
COLD calling is not popular. more...
IT is incredible in this day and age that old-fashioned stereotypes persist. more...
Westhoughton
PLANS to demolish a detached garage and conservatory at a village house and add extensions to the side and back have been approved. more...
STALWARTS of the Westhoughton community have seen their hard work recognised. more...
Whalley
THE ex-boyfriend of a former Whalley barmaid who was found dead in Australia has been charged with her murder. more...
What'S On In The Bolton Area
Town centre entertainment continues today as the revamped Churchgate area is transformed into a fringe festival with live music, stilt walkers, mime artists
and street
entertainers for the outdoor Down Our Street event. more...
Whitefield Headlines
THE Guide Dogs charity has launched an appeal for unwanted jewellery. more...
THE Guide Dogs charity has launched an appeal for unwanted jewellery. more...
THE Guide Dogs charity has launched an appeal for unwanted jewellery. more...
THE Guide Dogs charity has launched an appeal for unwanted jewellery. more...
Wigan News
THOUSANDS of homes were without power after arsonists destroyed an electricity substation next to a derelict factory. more...
THOUSANDS of homes were without power after arsonists destroyed an electricity substation next to a derelict factory. more...
THOUSANDS of homes were without power after arsonists destroyed an electricity substation next to a derelict factory. more...
Bury Times News
PLANS to map the shifting habitat of butterflies in the North-west of England are to throw a lifeline to some of Britain's most threatened species.
more...
THE Guide Dogs charity has launched an appeal for unwanted jewellery.
more...
A TOILET block at a scout camp has been targetted by arsonists.
more...
A woman has been found hanged in woodland in Bury.
more...
A GARDENER was taken to hospital after piercing her hand with a rake.
more...
AN investigating has been launched by police after shots were fired in a Prestwich street during the early hours of today.
more...
CREATIVE youngsters are being challenged to spread a green message across the borough and beyond by taking part in an exciting art project.
more...
Bury Times Sport
FARNWORTH have decided to take a stand which could cost them a hefty points deduction and fine after going against the Bolton League's decision to ban their professional for two matches.
more...
Chorley Citizen News
The funeral of a Chorley policeman who collapsed and died will take place tomorrow.
more...
Chorley residents have bin' sounded out about the future of the borough's waste collection service as the council prepares to make improvements to it.
more...
Yarrow Valley County Park's annual woodlands day yesterday attracted bumper crowds.
more...
Lancashire Telegraph Education
A CALL has been made to review the sale of East Lancashire school uniforms amid fears about the financial burden on families.
more...
Lancashire Telegraph Letters
IN his rather incoherent rant against the Harry Potter books (LT, August 14), Councillor Salim Mulla manages to ignore a fact which the various responses (LT, August 18) do not quite encapsulate.
more...
I WRITE in response to the front page article on August 18 "Boy, 7, Held As Terror Suspect."
more...
JUST 60 years after Indian Independence it's interesting to read and hear almost every day people, whose roots are in the Indian sub-continent, saying that . . . "there is no room for narrow nationalism in Britain".
more...
RE the letter regarding statins from Paul Canns of Help the Aged. Is he saying statins are a must have' tablet for anyone with heart problems?
more...
Lancashire Telegraph News
A POLITICAL campaigner has slammed a watchdog's decision which will see some maternity services moving further away from mothers-to-be in Rossendale.
more...
Leigh Journal News
FIREFIGHTERS have blasted youngsters who made a hoax call, claiming the prank could have cost lives.
more...
PLANS to map the shifting habitat of butterflies in the North-west of England are to throw a lifeline to some of Britain's most threatened species.
more...
THE Guide Dogs charity has launched an appeal for unwanted jewellery.
more...
A POLICE Range Rover was in collision with a Nissan Micra as it was on route to an emergency call.
more...
THOUSANDS of homes were without power after arsonists destroyed an electricity substation next to a derelict factory.
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Prestwich And Whitefield Guide News
PLANS to map the shifting habitat of butterflies in the North-west of England are to throw a lifeline to some of Britain's most threatened species.
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THE Guide Dogs charity has launched an appeal for unwanted jewellery.
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A PORTABLE classroom has arrived at Our Ladys Primary School in Prestwich just in the nick of time.
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The Bolton News News
A teenager was shot with an air rifle in Manchester.
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A MAN was shot as he walked along a street in Cheetham Hill, Manchester.
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FIREFIGHTERS have blasted youngsters who made a hoax call, claiming the prank could have cost lives.
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POLICE have made a fresh plea for help in finding a woman who has been missing from home for three months.
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DAREDEVIL skaters displayed their breath-taking skills as Bolton's town centre skatepark was officially opened.
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VANDALS set fire to a moped which had been dumped near the junction of Firwood Grove and Le Gendre Street, Tonge Moor.
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AN elderly woman was taken to hospital as a precaution after a pie in a foil tray caught fire in a microwave.
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PLANS to map the shifting habitat of butterflies in the North-west of England are to throw a lifeline to some of Britain's most threatened species.
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THEY had not chimed for 27 years - but Paul Berry was determined that the bells would ring on his wedding day.
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A LONDON barrister has been selected by the Labour Party in Bolton to fight for MP Brian Iddon's seat when he steps down ahead of the next general election.
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AN eco-friendly duo who competed in an epic road rally to Mongolia have spoken about their turbulent trip.
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AN angling centre has moved a step closer to getting its expansion plans approved.
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RESIDENTS of a small community are up in arms over plans to build new homes on a children's play area.
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Town centre entertainment continues today as the revamped Churchgate area is transformed into a fringe festival with live music, stilt walkers, mime artists
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Parents of young children due to start nursery or school in Bolton this term are invited to a special event where free advice will be on offer.
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A DOCTOR Who fanatic has helped exterminate a world record.
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STALWARTS of the Westhoughton community have seen their hard work recognised.
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THE Guide Dogs charity has launched an appeal for unwanted jewellery.
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RESEARCHERS at the University of Manchester are offering free health MOTs to older men from South Asian and Afro-Caribbean communities as part of the world's biggest study of male ageing.
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A COUPLE who are hosting a black tie and evening dress charity dinner in memory of their baby son are calling on all businesses to help make it a night to remember.
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A LABOUR social club is set to withdraw support for the national party amid outcry over the selection of a London barrister to defend MP Brian Iddon's seat.
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A lecturer from the University of Bolton has stepped into the debate about the validity of degrees in computer gaming.
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PLANS for a pitch maintenance building at Bolton Wanderers football academy have hit a stumbling block.
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A DISABLED man was trapped in his home for the second time in as many weeks following an arson attack.
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RESIDENTS of a small community are up in arms over plans to build new homes on a children's play area.
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A CANCER survivor is taking her fight to have potentially life-saving drugs made available free on the NHS, to Downing Street.
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A POLICE Range Rover was in collision with a Nissan Micra as it was on route to an emergency call.
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THE fun of the fair came to Edgworth when a pub landlord threw open his doors for a charity bonanza.
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COLD calling is not popular.
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THOUSANDS of homes were without power after arsonists destroyed an electricity substation next to a derelict factory.
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TWO women had to be cut free from the wreckage of their car after it smashed into a garage and adjoining house.
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Smokers in the poorest parts of Bolton are to be targeted by telephone cold callers who will try to help them to quit.
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The Bolton News Sport
LANCASHIRE captain Mark Chilton will have to pick his side up for tomorrow's County Championship game against Kent after a worrying Pro40 League defeat against Worcestershire on Saturday.
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