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Lancashire | Archive | 2007 | February

Stories for 16 February 2007

Amateur Soccer

Under 15s up for a challenge

BOLTON under-15s bid to keep in match trim when they travel to Sefton for a challenge match on Merseyside tomorrow, kick off 10.30am. more...

Amir Khan: Latest News

Amir aims to rule the world at lightweight

Amir Khan believes that lightweight is the perfect division for him to win his first world title. more...

Amir aims to rule the world at lightweight

Amir Khan believes that lightweight is the perfect division for him to win his first world title. more...

Amir aims to rule the world at lightweight

Amir Khan believes that lightweight is the perfect division for him to win his first world title. more...

Ashes 2006

Sajid delight at call-up

SAJID Mahmood expressed his delight at being selected in England's 15-man party for the World Cup that begins in the Caribbean next month. more...

Athletics Round-Up

On your marks for a great run

RUNNERS in Bolton are being urged to take part in a charity race and raise money for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. more...

Records fall at fell race

THE 25th Horwich RMI Harriers Winter Hill Fell Race saw a record 165 finishers and a new course record time. more...

Young Harriers clock up medals

THE under-15 Sportshall Athletic team at Bolton United Harriers are on a roll. more...

Audio

Cancer, and how it touched our lives

EMOTIONAL stories of people who have been affected by cancer have been recorded to promote a major fundraising drive. more...

Bacup Borough

Tough task for Bacup

BACUP boss Brent Peters will be forced into a major reshuffle ahead of their trip to Nantwich tomorrow. more...

Bayer Leverkusen Photos

Bayer Leverkusen photos

David (30) and Hannah (26) Stephens of Wilpshire. more...

Bayer Leverkusen photos

Chris Johnstone, Kevin Blackburn, Leighton Holden, Kris Marshall, Gav Tomlinson, Andy Cole, Dave Osborn. more...

Bayer Leverkusen photos

Chris Johnstone, Kevin Blackburn, Leighton Holden, Kris Marshall, Gav Tomlinson, Andy Cole, Dave Osborn. more...

Bayer Leverkusen photos

L-R: Brian Hargreaves, Gillian Threlfall, Polly Burns with Leverkusen fans Timo Louis (12) and Andreas Bremm (14). more...

Bayer Leverkusen photos

Aqueduct Ewood Blues On Tour. L-R: Brian Hargreaves, Gillian Threlfall, Polly Burns with Leverkusen fans Timo Louis (12) and Andreas Bremm (14). more...

Bayer Leverkusen photos

Graham (50), Carole (41) and Sean (23) Colbert, from Pleckgate. more...

Rovers fans in Germany

From left - Michael Isherwood, Simon Turner, Annmarie Isherwood and Julia Parkhouse from Blackburn. more...

Bayer Leverkusen photos

Graham (50), Carole (41) and Sean (23) Colbert, from Pleckgate. more...

Betting Tips

Step down has Jockster in the frame

IT'S a huge weekend of racing with action from Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton, most with connotations for the Cheltenham festival. more...

Step down has Jockster in the frame

IT'S a huge weekend of racing with action from Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton, most with connotations for the Cheltenham festival. more...

Step down has Jockster in the frame

IT'S a huge weekend of racing with action from Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton, most with connotations for the Cheltenham festival. more...

Step down has Jockster in the frame

IT'S a huge weekend of racing with action from Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton, most with connotations for the Cheltenham festival. more...

Blackburn

'Gun' held to baby's head

A MOTHER has told how a 'gun' was held to her four-month-old baby's head in a raid on her home. more...

Saddling up to stop criminals

Police in Blackburn centre are saddling up to tackle crime in the town with three new bikes. more...

Pair sought after spate of break-ins

POLICE believe a duo of burglars are targeting unlocked cars and homes following a spate of incidents in Blackburn. more...

Raiders found hiding ibn attic

TWO burglars were caught by the householder - after he had been tipped off about the raid. more...

Gun fired in alleyway

SHOTS were fired in a Blackburn alleyway last night. more...

Debenhams set to re-open

THE Debenhams store in Blackburn town centre is due to re-open at 2pm today after a flood forced it to close. more...

Residents calling for action over footpath

RESIDENTS are calling for a council to complete a public footpath so they can get to a main road in safety. more...

Blackpool News

Project chosen to transform seafront

A new vision of Blackpool's seafront has been announced. more...

Memorial fund tribute for helicopter crash victims

A trust fund has been set up in memory of the seven men killed when their helicopter plunged into the sea in Morecamble Bay in December. more...

Missing man in critical condition

A man who went missing from his home on Thursday is in a critical condition in hospital after he was found unconcious in a field off Chain Lane in Staining, near Blackpool. more...

Bolton News

Daughter in plea to missing mum

There are growing concerns for a woman who has been missing since Tuesday night. more...

Flecky's body flown home

THE body of a Bolton holidaymaker who fell to his death from the 14th storey of a Mexico hotel has been flown home. more...

Kidnap probe: Women still being quizzed

TWO women arrested in connection with the kidnapping of a man who was held hostage for 10 days are still being held by police for questioning. more...

OAP hit by car is now 'stable'

A PENSIONER who was hit by a car in Farnworth this week is now in a stable condition. more...

Search is on for missing link

PEOPLE in Little Lever are being asked to turn detective in a bid to track down a historic civic chain of office. more...

Park path to be shut because of yobs

A FOOTPATH plagued by anti-social youths is to be closed. more...

Keep pets trim, owners urged

BOLTON vets are warning pet owners to maintain a healthy diet for their pets. more...

Sexual disease test results will go by text

TEENAGERS are to be offered tests for sexually transmitted diseases in youth clubs - and will be sent the results by text message. more...

Regulars take over the pub

FORMER car salesman Gerald Seddon has been drinking at the same pub for the past 35 years. more...

Family come home to find garage repossessed

A couple were shocked when they returned home to find someone trying to repossess the garage they bought six years ago. more...

'Special Teddy' reward offer

A PENSIONER has offered a reward for the return of a missing teddy bear belonging to a primary school class. more...

Tiny tots in health drive

AN EXERCISE class has been launched especially for tiny tots. more...

Jewellery gift for glitzy charity bash

DIAMONDS are certainly a girl's best friend, especially when they are going to boost a charity which helps sick children in the Bolton area. more...

End of the good life for crooks

CROOKS who enjoy the high life on the trappings of crime face having their assets stripped away by a new investigator based in Bolton. more...

On your marks for a great run

RUNNERS in Bolton are being urged to take part in a charity race and raise money for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. more...

Honour for drugs squad

A SQUAD of police officers who have put dozens of drug dealers behind bars in the last year are to be handed an award by Home Secretary John Reid. more...

CASH-strapped Bolton Museums Service has denied it is planning to sell off the family silver to raise cash However, bosses have admitted that the service is undergoing a wide-ranging reorganisation. more...

Course gets to grips with gadgets

TECHNOPHOBES struggling with the latest mobile phone, mp3 and internet technology can get help through a five-week fun course. more...

Council leader cleared in gate rumpus

A STANDARDS watchdog has cleared the leader of Bolton Council of abusing his position in a row over controversial gates in Halliwell. more...

Dad sets up firm in memory of Morgan

THE father of a three-year-old girl who died of meningitis has launched a business in her memory. more...

Hundreds head for sports 'Oscars'

The finishing line is in sight for Bolton's sporting heroes as they prepare for a glittering awards ceremony tonight. more...

Court may order thief to sell house

A SHAMED former school assistant faces losing her house - to pay back money she stole. more...

Valentine's Day treat at the farm

VISITORS to Smithills Open Farm have been delighted to see two new arrivals this week - twin baby goats. more...

Plans for super health centres on hold

A £64 MILLION plan to build a series of super health centres in Bolton is under review. more...

Councillor calls for urgent road repairs

A COUNCILLOR has called for urgent repairs to a rural road after a series of accidents. more...

MP backs Bill to help missing children

A CAMPAIGN to help runaway and missing children has been backed by Bolton North-east MP David Crausby. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Driver died in crash after drugs cocktail

A DISQUALIFIED driver, who had never taken a test, died in a car crash after taking a cocktail of drugs. more...

Children's therapist calls it a day

ONE of Bolton's longest-serving child physiotherapists is retiring. more...

Ale with port wins top award

MANAGERS at Bolton brewery Bank Top were celebrating after its Port O Call ale was judged the best in the region. more...

Phone giant's victory for taller mast

PHONE giant T-Mobile has won its appeal to install a taller mast outside Horwich Leisure Centre. more...

Poster pupils are top of the class for safety

PUPILS won prizes for highlighting the dangers of building sites. more...

Better boiler scheme to be extended

AN energy efficiency scheme which has enabled more than 80 home owners in Bolton to save energy and money has been extended. more...

Family of five left out in the cold

A FAMILY-of-five has been forced to live without heating or hot water since July. more...

We can't enforce seat law, say police

POLICE chiefs have branded new laws designed to ensure children use car booster seats "unenforceable". more...

Street names on the agenda

A PANEL discussing possible new street names for Horwich have made some suggestions. more...

500 women in equal pay battle

MORE than 500 women are poised to take legal action against Bolton Council in a dispute over equal pay. more...

Fire safety advice after chip pan fire

A MAN was taken to hospital following a chip pan fire at his home. more...

Residents form group to protect Leverhume Park

A GROUP is being set up in a bid to protect Leverhulme Park from future developments. more...

VIDEO: News, Sport and Weather

The Bolton News TV daily News, Sport and Weather bulletin for February 16 is online now. more...

Award is named after canal volunteer

A CAMPAIGNER who worked tirelessly for more than 20 years to get the area's waterways improved has had an environmental award named in her honour. more...

Why Sam is simply half the size

STICK-thin models adorn the pages of fashion magazines and the latest trend seems to be slimming down to a "size zero". more...

Award is named after canal volunteer

A CAMPAIGNER who worked tirelessly for more than 20 years to get the area's waterways improved has had an environmental award named in her honour. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Award is named after canal volunteer

A CAMPAIGNER who worked tirelessly for more than 20 years to get the area's waterways improved has had an environmental award named in her honour. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Bolton'S Hidden Treasures

Family silver is safe

Boxing Updates

Amir aims to rule the world at lightweight

Amir Khan believes that lightweight is the perfect division for him to win his first world title. more...

Amir aims to rule the world at lightweight

Amir Khan believes that lightweight is the perfect division for him to win his first world title. more...

Amir aims to rule the world at lightweight

Amir Khan believes that lightweight is the perfect division for him to win his first world title. more...

Burnley

Plea to 'stab victim' on run

THIS is the �stab victim� who is believed to have gone into hiding armed with a gun. more...

Lib Dems lose poll-fraud seat

THE Liberal Democrats lost control of Burnley Council�s Daneshouse with Stoneyholme seat � less than three months after their councillor was jailed for election fraud. more...

£550,000 will target problem families

BURNLEY'S most problem families will be targeted as part of a crackdown against anti-social behaviour. more...

Police hunt knifepoint cab thieves

DETECTIVES are still hunting a gang who stole a taxi at knifepoint. more...

Friends' graffiti wall tribute to Sean

FRIENDS of a Burnley teenager who committed suicide will plant a tree and install a graffiti wall in his memory. more...

'No' to plan for 20mph speed limit

BURNLEY Council has refused to back a coun-cillor's request for a blanket 20mph speed limit on all residential streets. more...

Unity call for phone security measure

STUDENTS at Unity College, Burnley, were given the chance to have their mobile phones security coded for free. more...

Cancer, and how it touched our lives

EMOTIONAL stories of people who have been affected by cancer have been recorded to promote a major fundraising drive. more...

Shamed councillor's plea from prison cell

A DISGRACED councillor who tried to rig an election has made a plea from his prison cell - don't kick me off Burnley Council. more...

Bury News

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Award is named after canal volunteer

A CAMPAIGNER who worked tirelessly for more than 20 years to get the area's waterways improved has had an environmental award named in her honour. more...

Equal pay battle lines are drawn

UNION leaders have fired the first shot in a multi-million pound battle with Bury Council to win equal pay for their members. more...

Award is named after canal volunteer

A CAMPAIGNER who worked tirelessly for more than 20 years to get the area's waterways improved has had an environmental award named in her honour. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Award is named after canal volunteer

A CAMPAIGNER who worked tirelessly for more than 20 years to get the area's waterways improved has had an environmental award named in her honour. more...

Equal pay battle lines are drawn

UNION leaders have fired the first shot in a multi-million pound battle with Bury Council to win equal pay for their members. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Equal pay battle lines are drawn

UNION leaders have fired the first shot in a multi-million pound battle with Bury Council to win equal pay for their members. more...

Business Headlines

500 women in equal pay battle

MORE than 500 women are poised to take legal action against Bolton Council in a dispute over equal pay. more...

Chorley Cars News

Winning formula for Chrysler

The Chrysler Sebring builds on the winning formula begun with the award-winning Chrysler 300C in the E-segment. more...

If you want the best... choose Sharoe Green

Established in 1964 Sharoe Green Garage is the oldest independent main dealer in Preston. more...

Chorley Fc News

Magpies face Goole

CHORLEY welcome high flying Goole to Victory Park tomorrow on a high after their midweek win over Kidsgrove Athletic. more...

Chorley News

Sacred chalice returned to church

A priest's prayers were answered when cherished artefacts stolen from his church mysteriously turned up - dumped on the doorstep in a bin bag. more...

In a spin over village baths visitor figures

I refer to Peter Goldsworthy's (leader of Chorley Borough Council and Conservative councillor for Euxton South) letter in the Citizen February 7 about fudging facts, in particular regarding Brinscall Baths. more...

Clarets News

Cotterill wants double trouble

BURNLEY manager Steve Cotterill believes Andy Gray and Ade Akinbiyi can form a powerful partnership. more...

Be patient ... and rewards will come

THERE may be 16 games to go, and indeed plenty of points still to play for, but perhaps now is the time to start seeing the bigger picture and looking beyond this season. more...

Caldwell is a natural leader

STEVEN Caldwell was just 23 when he became one of Mick McCarthy's recruits at Sunderland in June 2004. more...

Karbassiyoon forced to retire

FORMER Burnley wide midfielder Danny Karbassiyoon has spoken of his disappointment at being forced to retire from football at the tender age of 22. more...

Colne

Bag snatch

A PENSIONER whose handbag was stolen as she shopped in Asda, Colne, has thanked the shop after it gave her shopping for free. more...

Explosives bought ‘to scare attackers’

EXPLOSIVE ingredients found at the home of a former BNP candidate were bought from a website, a court was told. more...

Colne Fc

Colne hammered by injuries

NIGEL Coates is counting the cost of a growing injury list as COLNE look for their first win in seven games at Formby. more...

Cricket Round-Up

Sajid delight at call-up

SAJID Mahmood expressed his delight at being selected in England's 15-man party for the World Cup that begins in the Caribbean next month. more...

Pre-season nets at Tonge

Tonge CC is holding pre-season indoor nets for seniors and juniors at Bolton School on Sunday, February 25, between noon and 1pm for six weeks. more...

Farnworth CC annual meeting

Farnworth Cricket Club is holding its annual meeting on Tuesday, February 20, at 8pm. All members are welcome. more...

Egerton CC annual meeting

Egerton CC is so holding its annual meeting on Tuesday, February 27, in the clubhouse, at 8pm. more...

Darwen

War 'forced me into drugs'

A DECORATED soldier was taken to court after smoking cannabis to relieve "Gulf War Syndrome". more...

Alcohol wiped out burglar's memory

A MAN admitted stealing copper piping from a house being renovated. more...

£1million payback time for dealers

TWO Darwen men have been ordered to pay back cash made from drug supply. more...

Link as SatNav systems stolen

THIEVES behind the thefts of two satellite navigation systems on Wednesday could be behind a string of similar crimes in the town, according to police. more...

Prawns taken in break-in

TWO boxes of frozen king prawns and a 45 kilogram tub of mango chutney were stolen from Spice Tandoori restaurant, Blacburn Road. more...

Earby News

Stab victim's plea for mercy

A WOMAN who knifed her partner of three years in a row over cash could end up behind bars - even though he did not even want her prosecuted. more...

East Lancashire News

Meet the real 70s cop

POPULAR BBC1 series Life from Mars returned to our screens this week with its representation of the rough and ready world of the police in the 1970s. But what was life really like in the police 30 years ago and is it that different to now? We spoke to a retired detective inspector to find out. more...

Education

Police warning over cash-point myth

Police today warned students not to believe an internet myth that typing in a PIN number backwards alerts officers to cashpoint robbery. more...

Education News

'Special Teddy' reward offer

A PENSIONER has offered a reward for the return of a missing teddy bear belonging to a primary school class. more...

Tiny tots in health drive

AN EXERCISE class has been launched especially for tiny tots. more...

Course gets to grips with gadgets

TECHNOPHOBES struggling with the latest mobile phone, mp3 and internet technology can get help through a five-week fun course. more...

Poster pupils are top of the class for safety

PUPILS won prizes for highlighting the dangers of building sites. more...

Events In And Around Leigh

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Fc United Of Manchester

Rebel Reds aim for cup glory run

PREVIEW: NW Counties League: more...

Rebel Reds aim for cup glory run

PREVIEW: NW Counties League: more...

Rebel Reds aim for cup glory run

PREVIEW: NW Counties League: more...

Features

The politics of fear

In the aftermath of the Birmingham terror raids, Dr Mohammed Naseem the Chairman of the Birmingham Central Mosque struck a chord when he said: "The German people were told Jews were a threat. The same thing is happening here." more...

Forthcoming Gigs

Name that just can’t fail to score

IVAN Campo isn�t just a Bolton Wanderers super Spaniard with big hair. He shares his name with a nu-folk foursome from Preston who will take you on a journey through the mysteries of their minds. See them in the city on more...

Gig Guide

Ocean Colour Scene coming to Blackburn

OCEAN Colour Scene will play Blackburn on April 26 as part of a UK tour. more...

Singer Judy set for show

ACCLAIMED singer-songwriter Judie Tzuke will be in concert at Burnley Mechanics on February 21. more...

Christians happy to be resurrected

In the 80s, The Christians were one of the most successful bands around, with top 10 singles and hit albums. We spoke to Garry Christian on the eve of the band's 20th anniversary tour, which comes to Burnley on February 28. more...

Health

East Lancs leads way on NHS future

A SHAKE-UP of East Lancashire hospital services will be a model for controversial closures of A&E departments throughout England, it has been revealed. more...

Hospitals ban electric fans

HARD-UP hospital chiefs have told staff not to use desktop fans in offices and wards - due to spiralling energy costs. more...

Cancer, and how it touched our lives

EMOTIONAL stories of people who have been affected by cancer have been recorded to promote a major fundraising drive. more...

Health News

Sexual disease test results will go by text

TEENAGERS are to be offered tests for sexually transmitted diseases in youth clubs - and will be sent the results by text message. more...

Tiny tots in health drive

AN EXERCISE class has been launched especially for tiny tots. more...

Hockey Round-Up

Thirds put heat on Windermere

BOLTON men's third team made the long journey to Glaxo in the North West encounter looking for a win to keep the pressure on Windermere. more...

Narrow defeat after brave fightback

Bolton men's 2nd team went down lost narrowly 5-4 Deeside Ramblers. more...

Badgers edged out

Alderley Edge 5, Bolton Badgers 3: more...

Ladies deadlocked

Bolton HC Ladies first team were unable to convert territorial dominance into goals, drawing 1-1 to Kingston-upon-Hull. more...

Rude awakening for Ladies

Bolton Ladies 1, Manchester Uni 5: more...

Hyndburn News

Fund to fight claims on asbestos

A COUNCIL has agreed to create a £1.25m contingency fund to protect it from potential asbestos insurance claims from former tenants. more...

Ice Hockey Updates

Phoenix opener on ice for 24 hours

On advice from the ice technicians working at the new Altrincham Ice Dome, Manchester Phoenix have reluctantly postponed Saturday nights opening game against the Edinburgh Capitals. Sunday's game against the MobilX Newcastle Vipers will go ahead as scheduled. more...

Jack Straw

Anti-smoking snooping will get out of hand

I am not a smoker as such. I used to smoke but then I gave up and then I started again and then gave up. more...

Lancashire

Paying price of QLR trial

THE court martial which cleared four soldiers of the abuse of Iraqi prisoners has caused "unnecessary damage" to the Army's reputation, it has been claimed. more...

News on tax 'out too early'

LANCASHIRE County Council's ruling group has come under fire for announcing the council tax rise - before the issue had been debated and voted on. more...

Lancashire News

1,200 bikes a day stolen

Bikes locked and left in the centre of Manchester and Liverpool were stolen within two hours during a study by an insurance company. more...

Company gets baths contract

Restoration work on Manchester's Victoria Baths, has taken a step forward after the city council appointed a developer. more...

1,200 bikes a day stolen

Bikes locked and left in the centre of Manchester and Liverpool were stolen within two hours during a study by an insurance company. more...

Company gets baths contract

Restoration work on Manchester's Victoria Baths, has taken a step forward after the city council appointed a developer. more...

Latest Sport

On your marks for a great run

RUNNERS in Bolton are being urged to take part in a charity race and raise money for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. more...

Records fall at fell race

THE 25th Horwich RMI Harriers Winter Hill Fell Race saw a record 165 finishers and a new course record time. more...

Sajid delight at call-up

SAJID Mahmood expressed his delight at being selected in England's 15-man party for the World Cup that begins in the Caribbean next month. more...

Amir aims to rule the world at lightweight

Amir Khan believes that lightweight is the perfect division for him to win his first world title. more...

Hundreds head for sports 'Oscars'

The finishing line is in sight for Bolton's sporting heroes as they prepare for a glittering awards ceremony tonight. more...

Frustrated Amir challenges rivals to take him on

AMIR Khan admits he is getting frustrated by British boxers refusing to take him on and says they will not get a second chance. more...

Step down has Jockster in the frame

IT'S a huge weekend of racing with action from Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton, most with connotations for the Cheltenham festival. more...

Amir aims to rule the world at lightweight

Amir Khan believes that lightweight is the perfect division for him to win his first world title. more...

Step down has Jockster in the frame

IT'S a huge weekend of racing with action from Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton, most with connotations for the Cheltenham festival. more...

Amir aims to rule the world at lightweight

Amir Khan believes that lightweight is the perfect division for him to win his first world title. more...

Step down has Jockster in the frame

IT'S a huge weekend of racing with action from Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton, most with connotations for the Cheltenham festival. more...

Step down has Jockster in the frame

IT'S a huge weekend of racing with action from Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton, most with connotations for the Cheltenham festival. more...

Leigh Headlines

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Leigh Rmi

Tough test for struggling RMI

PREVIEW: Hyde v Leigh RMI: more...

Tough test for struggling RMI

PREVIEW: Hyde v Leigh RMI: more...

Letters

Unacceptable in a public library

REGARDING your recent report concerning the young lady who had problems with "harassment" in Blackburn Central Library, I wholeheartedly agree with everything she said. more...

The health of children more important

I WOULD like to respond to the article (LT, January 29) regarding the planned extension to Waves car park. more...

Fed up with selfish owners of dogs

AM I the only one who is disgusted by the minority of selfish dog owners who think it perfectly acceptable to let their dog use any public footpath, grassed area, children's play area, etc, as a toilet? more...

I won't remove grave tributes

I AM writing about Pendle council banning a child's family from putting tributes on her grave and the fact that the council are planning to write letters to other people whose loved ones are buried at the cemetery asking them to remove tributes. I think it is wrong the council is asking people to remove the tributes people have placed on their loved ones' graves. more...

Grateful thanks to blood donors

HAVING benefited from a recent blood transfusion, I would like to thank all the people who take the trouble to give blood. It is comforting to realise some people show their love for their fellow men in this practical, anonymous way. more...

Upside down world

Discipline, respect for one's self and others, appear no longer to be taught.We have a government which informs judges that jails are full, giving a green light to criminals. more...

Government is the winner

Blackpool needs a super-casino like it needs more gender orientated bars and clubs. more...

Look at Yorkshire

After the diabolical way Blackpool Council has handled this casino fiasco they should all step down. more...

School report was too simplistic

Your article More Days Lost by Pupils Sent Home (Citizen, February 7) was both simplistic and damaging. more...

Closing hospital could cost lives

On November 12 I suffered a serious heart attack. more...

Happy with our school

I was disgusted in the way you portrayed my son's school in the article More Days Lost by Pupils Sent Home. more...

Little Harwood News

Leaders’ tributes to council stalwart

BLACKBURN'S longest standing councillor and former mayor Frank Gorton has died following a period of ill health. more...

Liverpool News

1,200 bikes a day stolen

Bikes locked and left in the centre of Manchester and Liverpool were stolen within two hours during a study by an insurance company. more...

1,200 bikes a day stolen

Bikes locked and left in the centre of Manchester and Liverpool were stolen within two hours during a study by an insurance company. more...

Local Sports Updates

Step down has Jockster in the frame

IT'S a huge weekend of racing with action from Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton, most with connotations for the Cheltenham festival. more...

Big Day for the Tigers

THROWING away a 22-5 half-time lead is not a wise move, as the Tigers found out to their cost when they faced Moseley at Billesley Common back in October. more...

Step down has Jockster in the frame

IT'S a huge weekend of racing with action from Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton, most with connotations for the Cheltenham festival. more...

Step down has Jockster in the frame

IT'S a huge weekend of racing with action from Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton, most with connotations for the Cheltenham festival. more...

Sporting night to remember

The cream of the borough's talent haad their achievements recognised during an awards ceremony at the Town Hall. more...

Step down has Jockster in the frame

IT'S a huge weekend of racing with action from Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton, most with connotations for the Cheltenham festival. more...

Big Day for the Tigers

THROWING away a 22-5 half-time lead is not a wise move, as the Tigers found out to their cost when they faced Moseley at Billesley Common back in October. more...

Sporting night to remember

The cream of the borough's talent haad their achievements recognised during an awards ceremony at the Town Hall. more...

Longridge

Drink-drive DJ banned for three years

A LONGRIDGE DJ failed a breath test as he drove home from a show, Black-burn magistrates heard. more...

Manchester News

1,200 bikes a day stolen

Bikes locked and left in the centre of Manchester and Liverpool were stolen within two hours during a study by an insurance company. more...

Company gets baths contract

Restoration work on Manchester's Victoria Baths, has taken a step forward after the city council appointed a developer. more...

Award is named after canal volunteer

A CAMPAIGNER who worked tirelessly for more than 20 years to get the area's waterways improved has had an environmental award named in her honour. more...

1,200 bikes a day stolen

Bikes locked and left in the centre of Manchester and Liverpool were stolen within two hours during a study by an insurance company. more...

Company gets baths contract

Restoration work on Manchester's Victoria Baths, has taken a step forward after the city council appointed a developer. more...

Award is named after canal volunteer

A CAMPAIGNER who worked tirelessly for more than 20 years to get the area's waterways improved has had an environmental award named in her honour. more...

Award is named after canal volunteer

A CAMPAIGNER who worked tirelessly for more than 20 years to get the area's waterways improved has had an environmental award named in her honour. more...

Manchester Tourism Awards

The church in a hotel

externally the Holiday Inn Bolton Centre, in Higher Bridge Street, looks like any ordinary modern-style hotel. more...

Neil Bonnar: Shoots From The Lip

Brave Amaechi speaks out for gays

FORMER NBA basketball star John Amaechi put the cat amongst the pigeons this week when he said there were gay players in English football. more...

Players have no right to complain about swearing

MANAGERS and players were shocked and disgusted this week when a referee allegedly swore at players during a Premiership match. more...

Crowd for Fulham game proves a point

NEVER mind England beating Australia at cricket or Watford winning at West Ham, the most stunning performance of the week was 24,700 Bolton fans turning up for Sunday's game against Fulham. more...

Henry 'scared' of the Reebok

MY huge admiration for Thierry Henry took a knock when he failed to turn up at the Reebok for the third successive game on Wednesday night. more...

City and Boro are bucking the trend

FOOTBALL'S academy system has come in for a lot of criticism from people in the game who reckon it is not producing Premiership players. more...

Well said Sam, not let's have that takeaway

IT was a struggle coming up with something to write this week. more...

Nelson

Children's centre funds

SONIA Robinson, Lib Dem County Councillor for Nelson South, has welcomed news of a new use for Williams Hall community centre. more...

Explosives bought ‘to scare attackers’

EXPLOSIVE ingredients found at the home of a former BNP candidate were bought from a website, a court was told. more...

Back to the future for Victorian homes

Futuristic homes have been unveiled in Nelson after an eight-month regeneration project. more...

Nelson Fc

Six pointer for Nelson

NELSON boss Gary Bradshaw says tomorrow's fixture against Division 1 basement side Stone Dominoes is a definite "six-pointer". more...

News

Chemicals bought from internet

Explosive ingredients found at the home of a former BNP candidate were bought from a website, a court was told. more...

Hajji's urged to sign petition

A group hoping to improve the service for British citizens who travel to perform the Hajj and Umrah have launched a petition. more...

Labour wins Burnley 'poll-fraud' seat

The Liberal Democrats lost control of Burnley Council's Daneshouse with Stoneyholme seat - less than three months after their councillor was jailed for election fraud. more...

News About Local Jobs

500 women in equal pay battle

MORE than 500 women are poised to take legal action against Bolton Council in a dispute over equal pay. more...

Nicola Mostyn: Shoots From The Hip

Who's afraid of the big bad wolf?

I spoke to a guy the other day who said: "I got on a bus once. I didn't like it. I don't like to smell what people have had for lunch." I got his point, but I also found it rather amusing. more...

Non-League Football

Emotional return to Shepshed

CLITHEROE co-manager Neil Reynolds has admitted it will be an emotional time for club members and supporters tomorrow when they travel to face Shepshed Dynamos. more...

Padiham News

Door damaged

A MAN smashed another man's door in "retribution" after a fall-out in the pub, Burnley magistrates heard. more...

Pendle News

£300k written off

TAXPAYERS are set to pick up a bill for more than £370,000 in unpaid debts to Pendle Council. more...

Poems

Political Disbelief

By Hugh Davies. more...

Preston News

Tribute to helicopter crash victims

A trust fund has been set up in memory of the seven men killed when their helicopter plunged into the sea in Morecambe Bay in December. more...

Drug awareness day

Groups of local youngsters will be urging people to Talk To FRANK at a special drug awareness day in Preston city centre tomorrow (Saturday). more...

Prestwich And Whitefield Headlines

Retreat U-turn after artist's protest

TOWN hall bosses have done a U-turn on The Retreat in Prestwich to avoid a costly legal battle with the artist. more...

Police extend street orders

A DISPERSAL order designed to help police crack down on unruly gangs and combat street robbers in Prestwich and Whitefield is to be extended. more...

Retreat U-turn after artist's protest

TOWN hall bosses have done a U-turn on The Retreat in Prestwich to avoid a costly legal battle with the artist. more...

Police extend street orders

A DISPERSAL order designed to help police crack down on unruly gangs and combat street robbers in Prestwich and Whitefield is to be extended. more...

Prestwich Headlines

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Retreat U-turn after artist's protest

TOWN hall bosses have done a U-turn on The Retreat in Prestwich to avoid a costly legal battle with the artist. more...

Equal pay battle lines are drawn

UNION leaders have fired the first shot in a multi-million pound battle with Bury Council to win equal pay for their members. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Equal pay battle lines are drawn

UNION leaders have fired the first shot in a multi-million pound battle with Bury Council to win equal pay for their members. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Retreat U-turn after artist's protest

TOWN hall bosses have done a U-turn on The Retreat in Prestwich to avoid a costly legal battle with the artist. more...

Equal pay battle lines are drawn

UNION leaders have fired the first shot in a multi-million pound battle with Bury Council to win equal pay for their members. more...

Prestwich Heys Updates

Heys gunning for victory

TITLE-chasing Prestwich Heys can make it 20 league games unbeaten when they host struggling Hindsford on Saturday. more...

Heys gunning for victory

TITLE-chasing Prestwich Heys can make it 20 league games unbeaten when they host struggling Hindsford on Saturday. more...

Heys gunning for victory

TITLE-chasing Prestwich Heys can make it 20 league games unbeaten when they host struggling Hindsford on Saturday. more...

Prestwich Heys, Local Soccer Round-Up

Heys gunning for victory

TITLE-chasing Prestwich Heys can make it 20 league games unbeaten when they host struggling Hindsford on Saturday. more...

Heys gunning for victory

TITLE-chasing Prestwich Heys can make it 20 league games unbeaten when they host struggling Hindsford on Saturday. more...

Heys gunning for victory

TITLE-chasing Prestwich Heys can make it 20 league games unbeaten when they host struggling Hindsford on Saturday. more...

Radcliffe Boro

Boro look for kick-start

PREVIEW: Hednesford v Radcliffe Borough more...

Boro look for kick-start

PREVIEW: Hednesford v Radcliffe Borough more...

Radcliffe Headlines

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Award is named after canal volunteer

A CAMPAIGNER who worked tirelessly for more than 20 years to get the area's waterways improved has had an environmental award named in her honour. more...

Award is named after canal volunteer

A CAMPAIGNER who worked tirelessly for more than 20 years to get the area's waterways improved has had an environmental award named in her honour. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Award is named after canal volunteer

A CAMPAIGNER who worked tirelessly for more than 20 years to get the area's waterways improved has had an environmental award named in her honour. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Rams Updates

Rams on glory trail again

Ramsbottom United Under-14s are on the glory trail again and are chasing honours on four fronts. more...

Rams on glory trail again

Ramsbottom United Under-14s are on the glory trail again and are chasing honours on four fronts. more...

Ramsbottom United

Rams lack Steele

RAMSBOTTOM manager Lee Sculpher is without midfielder Chris Steele as his side host Trafford, although forward Lee Cryer returns. more...

Rossendale News

Radio Rossendale.s big night

HOSPITAL Radio Rossendale will broadcast its final evening request programme on February 22. more...

Rossendale United

Six out for Rossy

ROSSENDALE boss Derek Egan insists his injury-hit side are up against it as they host Harrogate Railway. more...

Rovers News

Nonda: Bentley is our Beckham

STRIKER Shabani Nonda reckons Rovers' very own "Beckham" can help shoot them to FA Cup victory at Arsenal tomorrow. more...

Busier the better for Rovers

ROVERS chairman John Williams is hoping for a few more hectic days between now and the end of the season. more...

Friedel: We must learn Euro lesson

Blackburn goalkeeper Brad Friedel has called on his side to learn lessons from their latest UEFA Cup experience. more...

Rugby Union Round-Up

Big Day for the Tigers

THROWING away a 22-5 half-time lead is not a wise move, as the Tigers found out to their cost when they faced Moseley at Billesley Common back in October. more...

Big Day for the Tigers

THROWING away a 22-5 half-time lead is not a wise move, as the Tigers found out to their cost when they faced Moseley at Billesley Common back in October. more...

Seven Days

That Was The Week That Was

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...

Shadsworth News

Cake firm set to make loss

BLACKBURN cake firm Inter Link Foods has announced it will make a loss this financial year. more...

Shakers Updates

Now we're due a win - Casper

THOSE Shakers first-teamers who lived to tell the tale can still remember the bitter taste of defeat at Wycombe earlier this season. more...

Now we're due a win - Casper

THOSE Shakers first-teamers who lived to tell the tale can still remember the bitter taste of defeat at Wycombe earlier this season. more...

Simon Garner

Believe ... and you can beat Gunners

I RECKON most Rovers fans will have been rooting for Bolton on Wednesday night to save an early morning trip to the capital tomorrow. more...

Soccer Headlines

Now we're due a win - Casper

THOSE Shakers first-teamers who lived to tell the tale can still remember the bitter taste of defeat at Wycombe earlier this season. more...

Rams on glory trail again

Ramsbottom United Under-14s are on the glory trail again and are chasing honours on four fronts. more...

Boro look for kick-start

PREVIEW: Hednesford v Radcliffe Borough more...

Tough test for struggling RMI

PREVIEW: Hyde v Leigh RMI: more...

Rebel Reds aim for cup glory run

PREVIEW: NW Counties League: more...

Heys gunning for victory

TITLE-chasing Prestwich Heys can make it 20 league games unbeaten when they host struggling Hindsford on Saturday. more...

Tough test for struggling RMI

PREVIEW: Hyde v Leigh RMI: more...

Rebel Reds aim for cup glory run

PREVIEW: NW Counties League: more...

Now we're due a win - Casper

THOSE Shakers first-teamers who lived to tell the tale can still remember the bitter taste of defeat at Wycombe earlier this season. more...

Rams on glory trail again

Ramsbottom United Under-14s are on the glory trail again and are chasing honours on four fronts. more...

Boro look for kick-start

PREVIEW: Hednesford v Radcliffe Borough more...

Rebel Reds aim for cup glory run

PREVIEW: NW Counties League: more...

Heys gunning for victory

TITLE-chasing Prestwich Heys can make it 20 league games unbeaten when they host struggling Hindsford on Saturday. more...

Heys gunning for victory

TITLE-chasing Prestwich Heys can make it 20 league games unbeaten when they host struggling Hindsford on Saturday. more...

Sport

Legends back charity dinner

Former Wolves heroes Steve Bull, Don Goodman and Andy Thompson have backed an Asian football supporters dinner in aid of Promise Dreams, a local children�s charity. more...

Sport From Around The Area

Tough test for struggling RMI

PREVIEW: Hyde v Leigh RMI: more...

Rebel Reds aim for cup glory run

PREVIEW: NW Counties League: more...

Step down has Jockster in the frame

IT'S a huge weekend of racing with action from Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton, most with connotations for the Cheltenham festival. more...

Tough test for struggling RMI

PREVIEW: Hyde v Leigh RMI: more...

Rebel Reds aim for cup glory run

PREVIEW: NW Counties League: more...

Step down has Jockster in the frame

IT'S a huge weekend of racing with action from Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton, most with connotations for the Cheltenham festival. more...

Rebel Reds aim for cup glory run

PREVIEW: NW Counties League: more...

Step down has Jockster in the frame

IT'S a huge weekend of racing with action from Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton, most with connotations for the Cheltenham festival. more...

Step down has Jockster in the frame

IT'S a huge weekend of racing with action from Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton, most with connotations for the Cheltenham festival. more...

Sporting Highlights

Rams on glory trail again

Ramsbottom United Under-14s are on the glory trail again and are chasing honours on four fronts. more...

Boro look for kick-start

PREVIEW: Hednesford v Radcliffe Borough more...

Rebel Reds aim for cup glory run

PREVIEW: NW Counties League: more...

Step down has Jockster in the frame

IT'S a huge weekend of racing with action from Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton, most with connotations for the Cheltenham festival. more...

Heys gunning for victory

TITLE-chasing Prestwich Heys can make it 20 league games unbeaten when they host struggling Hindsford on Saturday. more...

Rebel Reds aim for cup glory run

PREVIEW: NW Counties League: more...

Step down has Jockster in the frame

IT'S a huge weekend of racing with action from Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton, most with connotations for the Cheltenham festival. more...

Rams on glory trail again

Ramsbottom United Under-14s are on the glory trail again and are chasing honours on four fronts. more...

Boro look for kick-start

PREVIEW: Hednesford v Radcliffe Borough more...

Rebel Reds aim for cup glory run

PREVIEW: NW Counties League: more...

Step down has Jockster in the frame

IT'S a huge weekend of racing with action from Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton, most with connotations for the Cheltenham festival. more...

Heys gunning for victory

TITLE-chasing Prestwich Heys can make it 20 league games unbeaten when they host struggling Hindsford on Saturday. more...

Sporting night to remember

The cream of the borough's talent haad their achievements recognised during an awards ceremony at the Town Hall. more...

Step down has Jockster in the frame

IT'S a huge weekend of racing with action from Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton, most with connotations for the Cheltenham festival. more...

Heys gunning for victory

TITLE-chasing Prestwich Heys can make it 20 league games unbeaten when they host struggling Hindsford on Saturday. more...

Sporting night to remember

The cream of the borough's talent haad their achievements recognised during an awards ceremony at the Town Hall. more...

Stacksteads

It's the recipe for computer skills

STACKSTEADS Neighbourhood Activity Centre is combining cooking and computing skills. more...

Stanley News

Coleman is spoilt for choice

JOHN Coleman faces a healthy selection dilemma ahead of Accrington Stanley's home League Two clash against Stockport tomorrow. more...

Coleman: Survival a bigger feat than winning title

ACCRINGTON Stanley manager John Coleman has insisted League Two survival would be a greater achievement than winning the Nationwide Conference last season. more...

Stars From The Bolton Area

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Theatre

A Midsomer man's dream

AFTER six series playing what he admits was �the world�s dumbest policeman�, Daniel Casey couldn�t have found a more contrasting role. See him in The Wings of a Dove in Blackpool from February 19 to 24. more...

Tigers' Round-Up

Big Day for the Tigers

THROWING away a 22-5 half-time lead is not a wise move, as the Tigers found out to their cost when they faced Moseley at Billesley Common back in October. more...

Big Day for the Tigers

THROWING away a 22-5 half-time lead is not a wise move, as the Tigers found out to their cost when they faced Moseley at Billesley Common back in October. more...

Turton News

Metal thieves in £80k raid

A GANG stole more than £80,000 worth of copper and metal piping in a raid on a water treatment works. more...

Tv Reviews

Street Doctor, BBC1

I THINK the BBC may have inadvertantly found a solution to the problems faced by the NHS - get the GPs out of their surgeries and put them on the beat'. more...

Wanderers News

Big Sam envious of FA Cup showdown

SAM Allardyce admits he will be watching jealously when Arsenal take on Blackburn Rovers at The Emirates tomorrow lunchtime for a place in the quarter-finals. more...

Davies targets Rovers return

KEVIN Davies is aiming to be back on the Wanderers front line in two weeks. more...

New boys have first run out as Wanderers

Wanderers Res 0, Manchester United Res 0: more...

Is the Wenger-Allardyce feud over?

THE emotions could not have been more contrasting: Arsenal's joy was unconfined, Wanderers' disappointment as deep as you would expect of a team that had come so close to a most dramatic victory in a breathtaking FA Cup tie. more...

Big Sam envious of FA Cup showdown

SAM Allardyce admits he will be watching jealously when Arsenal take on Blackburn Rovers at The Emirates tomorrow lunchtime for a place in the quarter-finals. more...

Davies targets Rovers return

KEVIN Davies is aiming to be back on the Wanderers front line in two weeks. more...

Waterfoot

New police base on car showroom site

A FORMER car showroom in Waterfoot is set to become the home of a new police base. more...

We Say

Another bus route bites the dust

AT a time when there is huge pressure on people to make better use of public transport comes news of yet another vital bus route being axed. more...

First step on ladder of success

BOLTON entrepreneur Imran Hakim has done extremely well in winning £140,000 of investment from the tough judges of television's Dragons' Den. more...

What'S On In And Around Bury

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

What'S On In The Bolton Area

Jewellery gift for glitzy charity bash

DIAMONDS are certainly a girl's best friend, especially when they are going to boost a charity which helps sick children in the Bolton area. more...

On your marks for a great run

RUNNERS in Bolton are being urged to take part in a charity race and raise money for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. more...

Course gets to grips with gadgets

TECHNOPHOBES struggling with the latest mobile phone, mp3 and internet technology can get help through a five-week fun course. more...

Hundreds head for sports 'Oscars'

The finishing line is in sight for Bolton's sporting heroes as they prepare for a glittering awards ceremony tonight. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Whats On

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Whitefield Headlines

Police extend street orders

A DISPERSAL order designed to help police crack down on unruly gangs and combat street robbers in Prestwich and Whitefield is to be extended. more...

Police extend street orders

A DISPERSAL order designed to help police crack down on unruly gangs and combat street robbers in Prestwich and Whitefield is to be extended. more...

You Say

Have your say on bus services

MAY I wish the residents of Darcy Lever good luck with their petition, to save the 95 bus service, "Get off our buses" (The Bolton News, February 10. more...

No thought on withdrawal of 95 service

I AM angry at the proposed withdrawal of the 95 bus. This is the only service that covers the Breightmet south and Darcy Lever areas. more...

Elderly will be stranded

I AM a frequent user of the 553 and 554 Greater Manchester Transport buses. more...

Most drivers hate the 95

YOU say a lot of people don't catch the 95 bus to Bolton. Can you blame them? more...

It's time for the voters to make a change

IN reply to John Edwards' letter on congestion charges. These charges are due to be introduced in 2012 along main roads that are severely congested at peak times. more...

Why gates should stay open

AS a former resident of the area, may I comment on the continuing "storm in a teacup" concerning access to the Mortfield lodges from Shepherd Cross Street. more...

First Bus are putting people last

REGARDING the recent news that First bus intends to cut three more services (95, 553 and 554) - is it really that much of a surprise? more...

Bury Times News

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Award is named after canal volunteer

A CAMPAIGNER who worked tirelessly for more than 20 years to get the area's waterways improved has had an environmental award named in her honour. more...

Equal pay battle lines are drawn

UNION leaders have fired the first shot in a multi-million pound battle with Bury Council to win equal pay for their members. more...

Bury Times Sport

Boro look for kick-start

RADCLIFFE Borough face one of the toughest tasks possible in the UniBond Premier Division when they travel to second-placed Hednesford Town tomorrow, 3pm kick off. more...

Rebel Reds aim for cup glory run

FC UNITED face the biggest cup game of their short history tomorrow when they visit Silsden AFC in the quarter-final of the North West Counties League Challenge Cup. more...

Heys gunning for victory

TITLE-chasing Prestwich Heys can make it 20 league games unbeaten when they host struggling Hindsford on Saturday. more...

Sporting night to remember

The cream of the borough's talent haad their achievements recognised during an awards ceremony at the Town Hall. more...

Rams on glory trail again

Ramsbottom United Under-14s are on the glory trail again and are chasing honours on four fronts. more...

Step down has Jockster in the frame

IT'S a huge weekend of racing with action from Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton, most with connotations for the Cheltenham festival. more...

Chorley Citizen News

In a spin over village baths visitor figures

Sacred chalice returned to church

A priest's prayers were answered when cherished artefacts stolen from his church mysteriously turned up - dumped on the doorstep in a bin bag. more...

Chorley Citizen Sport

Magpies face Goole

CHORLEY welcome high flying Goole to Victory Park tomorrow on a high after their midweek win over Kidsgrove Athletic. more...

Lancashire Telegraph Letters

The health of children more important

I WOULD like to respond to the article (LT, January 29) regarding the planned extension to Waves car park. more...

Fed up with selfish owners of dogs

Unacceptable in a public library

REGARDING your recent report concerning the young lady who had problems with "harassment" in Blackburn Central Library, I wholeheartedly agree with everything she said. more...

I won't remove grave tributes

Grateful thanks to blood donors

Political Disbelief

By Hugh Davies. more...

Lancashire Telegraph News

Radio Rossendale.s big night

HOSPITAL Radio Rossendale will broadcast its final evening request programme on February 22. more...

Leigh Journal News

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Leigh Journal Sport

Tough test for struggling RMI

STRUGGLING Leigh RMI continue a testing bunch of fixtures when they take on fourth placed Hyde, without four key players. more...

Rebel Reds aim for cup glory run

FC UNITED face the biggest cup game of their short history tomorrow when they visit Silsden AFC in the quarter-final of the North West Counties League Challenge Cup. more...

Step down has Jockster in the frame

IT'S a huge weekend of racing with action from Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton, most with connotations for the Cheltenham festival. more...

Prestwich And Whitefield Guide News

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Retreat U-turn after artist's protest

TOWN hall bosses have done a U-turn on The Retreat in Prestwich to avoid a costly legal battle with the artist. more...

Police extend street orders

A DISPERSAL order designed to help police crack down on unruly gangs and combat street robbers in Prestwich and Whitefield is to be extended. more...

Equal pay battle lines are drawn

UNION leaders have fired the first shot in a multi-million pound battle with Bury Council to win equal pay for their members. more...

Prestwich And Whitefield Guide Sport

Big Day for the Tigers

THROWING away a 22-5 half-time lead is not a wise move, as the Tigers found out to their cost when they faced Moseley at Billesley Common back in October. more...

Sporting night to remember

The cream of the borough's talent haad their achievements recognised during an awards ceremony at the Town Hall. more...

Step down has Jockster in the frame

IT'S a huge weekend of racing with action from Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton, most with connotations for the Cheltenham festival. more...

The Bolton News News

Search is on for missing link

PEOPLE in Little Lever are being asked to turn detective in a bid to track down a historic civic chain of office. more...

Court may order thief to sell house

A SHAMED former school assistant faces losing her house - to pay back money she stole. more...

Valentine's Day treat at the farm

VISITORS to Smithills Open Farm have been delighted to see two new arrivals this week - twin baby goats. more...

Park path to be shut because of yobs

A FOOTPATH plagued by anti-social youths is to be closed. more...

Plans for super health centres on hold

A £64 MILLION plan to build a series of super health centres in Bolton is under review. more...

Councillor calls for urgent road repairs

A COUNCILLOR has called for urgent repairs to a rural road after a series of accidents. more...

MP backs Bill to help missing children

A CAMPAIGN to help runaway and missing children has been backed by Bolton North-east MP David Crausby. more...

Rush for tickets to see Peter Kay

THE Producers, starring Bolton comic Peter Kay, has sold more than 100,000 tickets so far for its three month run at the Palace Theatre, in Manchester. more...

Keep pets trim, owners urged

BOLTON vets are warning pet owners to maintain a healthy diet for their pets. more...

Driver died in crash after drugs cocktail

A DISQUALIFIED driver, who had never taken a test, died in a car crash after taking a cocktail of drugs. more...

Children's therapist calls it a day

ONE of Bolton's longest-serving child physiotherapists is retiring. more...

Ale with port wins top award

MANAGERS at Bolton brewery Bank Top were celebrating after its Port O Call ale was judged the best in the region. more...

Sexual disease test results will go by text

TEENAGERS are to be offered tests for sexually transmitted diseases in youth clubs - and will be sent the results by text message. more...

Regulars take over the pub

FORMER car salesman Gerald Seddon has been drinking at the same pub for the past 35 years. more...

Phone giant's victory for taller mast

PHONE giant T-Mobile has won its appeal to install a taller mast outside Horwich Leisure Centre. more...

Better boiler scheme to be extended

AN energy efficiency scheme which has enabled more than 80 home owners in Bolton to save energy and money has been extended. more...

Family of five left out in the cold

A FAMILY-of-five has been forced to live without heating or hot water since July. more...

We can't enforce seat law, say police

POLICE chiefs have branded new laws designed to ensure children use car booster seats "unenforceable". more...

Street names on the agenda

A PANEL discussing possible new street names for Horwich have made some suggestions. more...

Poster pupils are top of the class for safety

PUPILS won prizes for highlighting the dangers of building sites. more...

Council leader cleared in gate rumpus

A STANDARDS watchdog has cleared the leader of Bolton Council of abusing his position in a row over controversial gates in Halliwell. more...

Family come home to find garage repossessed

A couple were shocked when they returned home to find someone trying to repossess the garage they bought six years ago. more...

'Special Teddy' reward offer

A PENSIONER has offered a reward for the return of a missing teddy bear belonging to a primary school class. more...

Dad sets up firm in memory of Morgan

THE father of a three-year-old girl who died of meningitis has launched a business in her memory. more...

Tiny tots in health drive

AN EXERCISE class has been launched especially for tiny tots. more...

Fire safety advice after chip pan fire

A MAN was taken to hospital following a chip pan fire at his home. more...

Flecky's body flown home

THE body of a Bolton holidaymaker who fell to his death from the 14th storey of a Mexico hotel has been flown home. more...

Residents form group to protect Leverhume Park

A GROUP is being set up in a bid to protect Leverhulme Park from future developments. more...

500 women in equal pay battle

MORE than 500 women are poised to take legal action against Bolton Council in a dispute over equal pay. more...

Jewellery gift for glitzy charity bash

DIAMONDS are certainly a girl's best friend, especially when they are going to boost a charity which helps sick children in the Bolton area. more...

VIDEO: News, Sport and Weather

The Bolton News TV daily News, Sport and Weather bulletin for February 16 is online now. more...

End of the good life for crooks

CROOKS who enjoy the high life on the trappings of crime face having their assets stripped away by a new investigator based in Bolton. more...

1,200 bikes a day stolen

Bikes locked and left in the centre of Manchester and Liverpool were stolen within two hours during a study by an insurance company. more...

Company gets baths contract

Restoration work on Manchester's Victoria Baths, has taken a step forward after the city council appointed a developer. more...

Award is named after canal volunteer

A CAMPAIGNER who worked tirelessly for more than 20 years to get the area's waterways improved has had an environmental award named in her honour. more...

Why Sam is simply half the size

STICK-thin models adorn the pages of fashion magazines and the latest trend seems to be slimming down to a "size zero". more...

On your marks for a great run

RUNNERS in Bolton are being urged to take part in a charity race and raise money for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. more...

Kidnap probe: Women still being quizzed

TWO women arrested in connection with the kidnapping of a man who was held hostage for 10 days are still being held by police for questioning. more...

OAP hit by car is now 'stable'

A PENSIONER who was hit by a car in Farnworth this week is now in a stable condition. more...

Honour for drugs squad

A SQUAD of police officers who have put dozens of drug dealers behind bars in the last year are to be handed an award by Home Secretary John Reid. more...

Family silver is safe

CASH-strapped Bolton Museums Service has denied it is planning to sell off the family silver to raise cash more...

Retreat U-turn after artist's protest

TOWN hall bosses have done a U-turn on The Retreat in Prestwich to avoid a costly legal battle with the artist. more...

Course gets to grips with gadgets

TECHNOPHOBES struggling with the latest mobile phone, mp3 and internet technology can get help through a five-week fun course. more...

Police extend street orders

A DISPERSAL order designed to help police crack down on unruly gangs and combat street robbers in Prestwich and Whitefield is to be extended. more...

Equal pay battle lines are drawn

UNION leaders have fired the first shot in a multi-million pound battle with Bury Council to win equal pay for their members. more...

Hundreds head for sports 'Oscars'

The finishing line is in sight for Bolton's sporting heroes as they prepare for a glittering awards ceremony tonight. more...

Why is this country failing its children?

THE UK has been accused of failing its children, as it comes bottom of a new league table for child well-being across 21 industrialised countries. Andrew Mosley looks at what is happening to our youth. more...

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