WHEN football matches are called off ten-mile runs are usually the order of the day but not for Chorley on Saturday - they went boxing. Manager Mark Molyneaux is always looking for new training and fitness ideas so when Saturday's game at home to Stocksbridge
WANDERERS 0, FULHAM 0: IT was yet another frustrating afternoon at the Reebok Stadium, when despite their chances to gain a valuable three points it was ultimately just the one for Sam Allardyce's team writes Richard Mulligan Wanderers' inability to close
Did you know we eat over 100 million faggots in the UK each year? To celebrate this traditional dish, thisisbolton.co.uk has teamed up with Mr Brain's Faggots to give one lucky reader a prize with a difference - a freezer packed full of Mr Brain's Faggots
CHILDREN and dogs delight in Worden Park on the southern edge of Leyland. They run about Worden's 157 acres like things possessed, writes Doreen Crowther. The park is also an ideal day out destination for families of all ages. It has been described as
1864: Stephen Foster, US composer of minstrel songs and ballads died after hitting his head on a chamber pot. 1884: Sophie Tucker, singer and vaudeville star known in America as "the last of the Red Hot Mamas", was born in Russia. 1893: The Independent
I WAS amazed to read about Bolton School wanting to close Dobson Road at the top end to all traffic and pedestrians. Do they realise how much turmoil they will cause, not only to vehicle drivers having to make detours to reach Chorley New Road, but to
WE hear that all residential streets and estates are to be fitted with humps and given 20mph speed limits, which once again proves that Cllr Guy Harkin and his Highways Committee regard Bolton motorists as "public enemy number one". In reality, the vast
THE Conservative Party have stated again that they will seek to improve Britain's public services, while also aiming to reduce wasteful spending and high tax levies. These twin aims can run in parallel, and satisfy the party's long-standing commitment
BOLTON MUSEUM, ART GALLERY & AQUARIUM, Le Mans Crescent, Bolton. Tel: 332211. www.boltonmuseums.org.uk Open Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm. Admission free. Wildlife Attractions Bolton Aquarium For unique views into the aquatic world visit Bolton
For some reason, the word "Harwood" was written on the back of this photograph in the Evening News' library. No way, as far as I am concerned (go on, someone, prove me wrong! It would be just my luck). These young people are for some reason looking at
She was called Norma Oakes when this picture of pupils at the Victoria School, Great Lever, was taken in 1951, and can be seen on the extreme left, sitting. She is now Norma Weston, and lives at 8, Llainwen, Tynygongl, Anglesey, LL74 8SJ, and she asks
1864: Stephen Foster, US composer of minstrel songs and ballads died after hitting his head on a chamber pot. 1884: Sophie Tucker, singer and vaudeville star known in America as "the last of the Red Hot Mamas", was born in Russia. 1893: The Independent
A NAT Lofthouse fan has uncovered an old pub sign which commemorates The Lion of Vienna -- and he wants readers to help trace where it came from. Phil Massey, who lives in Glan Conwy, in Wales, discovered the pub sign in a dusty corner of an antique shop
From the Evening News, January 13, 1993: A HUGE housing development almost as big as the controversial Birtenshaw Farm scheme is planned for Bromley Cross. Outline planning application to build about 200 homes on land between Hospital Road and Hardmans
FUN-seekers visiting Camelot Theme Park could be 'blown away' by the Charnock Richard venue's newest attraction -- The Whirlwind. The 1,300ft ride will be ready to thrill when the park opens for business on Saturday April 5. Promising a "terrifying" experience
ALL the results AUGUST 17 Fulham... 1-4 A Ricketts (pen)16,338 24 Charlton...1-2 H Djorkaeff23,850 SEPTEMBER 1 Aston Villa...1-0 H Ricketts (pen)23,501 11 Man Utd...1-0 A Nolan67,623 14 Liverpool...2-3 H Gardner, Campo27,328 21 Arsenal...1-2 A Farrelly37,974
Serves 4 1-2 tablespoons green curry paste 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 large cloves garlic, mashed to a paste with a little salt 2 stalks lemon grass, tender part only, finely chopped 2 lime leaves shredded 750ml (1 pints) coconut milk 4 tablespoons
A TEENAGE serial burglar was sent to a Young Offender's Institution for more than four years under the Government's rarely used "three strikes and you're out" legislation. Stuart Whittle, aged 18, who targeted elderly and vulnerable people including a
Sokrates Greek Taverna, Winter Hey Lane, Horwich - WE had fully expected plates would be smashed on the floor all around us when we visited the Greek restaurant, Sokrates, writes David Crookes. But luckily that was not the case -- otherwise this fine
HE used to be an Animal, but there's much more to Alan Price than that. And the musician shows off his skills at The Lowry on Saturday, January 18, 7.30pm. Tickets are £15. The following day, The Lowry stages, Natural Wonder, a live tribute to the music
PUBS in Bolton could soon be selling alcohol from as early as 10am. A national pub chain is attempting to change the licensing law in the town to allow pubs to open one hour earlier for the serving of alcohol. J D Wetherspoon's has lodged an application
AN overwhelming number of Wanderers fans believe Sam Allardyce was correct to prioritise Premiership survival above FA Cup glory. Allardyce came under strong criticism among the national media for picking an allegedly weakened team for the Sunderland
SAM Allardyce was rueing missed chances which denied Wanderers the opportunity of catching up with Fulham in the league table. Bolton remain four points behind the Cottagers, but there would have been just a one point gap if Allardyce's team had put away
THE Lancashire branch of the Inland Waterways Association is taking a stroll along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal on Tuesday, January 21, starting at 10.30am at the Withnell Fold canal bridge and including a pub lunch. Call 01257 231861 or 274440 for more
THIS is a perfect winter walk -- short, on the level, easy to follow, but dramatically enclosed within an amphitheatre of menacing Pennine crags. Dovestone Reservoir, built in 1967, is justifiably popular with walkers and water sports enthusiasts and
TRACY Shaw's first major theatrical role after quitting Coronation Street will be in the controversial drama The Blue Room. She will appear in a touring production of the play which will come to The Lowry in May. The play, which follows a series of sexual
The world premiere production of Salman Rushdie's new play Midnight's Children, which comes to The Lowry from June 3 to 7. Rushdie's Booker prize winning classic story of the magic, myth making and mischief of modern India is brought to the stage for
THESPIANS will act out 750 years of Bolton's history in just 20 minutes - wearing dinner jackets and ball gowns! The amateur actors and actresses are not setting some bizarre record. They will be commemorating the town's remarkable feats and heroes at
POLICE say there was a good response to an appeal for information after two youths were caught on camera as a wedding guest's car was broken into. A Bolton Evening News photographer captured the moment the window on 52-year-old Noholas Hill's Range Rover
FRUSTRATED rail passengers were told they could not catch trains from stations close to Bolton early today -- because of a blunder during engineering work in Chorley. Workmen tried to remove a bridge at the Royal Ordnance factory in Chorley yesterday
A PEDESTRIAN from Blackrod is still fighting for his life after being involved in a road accident. Henry Stevens, aged 58, of Hillside Avenue, suffered serious leg and head injuries after the incident at about 6.30pm last Friday at the junction of Station
POLICE are investigating an arson attack on a Little Hulton house after petrol was poured through the letter-box. People living in the mid terrace council house on Wildbrook Road were not at home in the early hours today when the firebug struck. Petrol
STARS of the hit comedy Phoenix Nights returned to their spiritual home to take part in a fun-filled charity night. Stand-up comedian Dave Spikey, who plays resident compere Jerry St Clair, and Paddy McGuinness, who plays bouncer Paddy, entertained the
Monday: SOCCER: Nationwide Division One, Portsmouth v Sheffield United - Sky Sports 1 1900; The Premiership on Monday - ITV1 2330. RACING: From Plumpton - Channel 4 1230. CRICKET: VB Series, England v Sri Lanka - Sky Sports 2 0300, highlights Sky Sports
The busy scene at Astley Bridge in August, 1961, where the 7th Bolton Scouts were building new headquarters.
THE Bolton Field Naturalists' Society's first slide lecture for 2003 will be given by Ken Green on Bird Ringing. The talk will take place in Bolton Library's Lecture Theatre today (Monday) at 7.30pm. New members are welcome and the next meeting will be
BEAUTY time again and this week we have selected items to give tired winter skin and nails a boost. THE Barefoot Doctor launched his range of Chi Qi fragrances (left) and bath and body products last year -- exclusive to Boots -- and he has just added
THE Mayor of Bolton says the 750th anniversary of Bolton's historic charter is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate life in the town. Cllr John Walsh is looking forward to a year long series of major events to commemorate the 750th anniversary of the
It's Showtime! This week we are offering a fantastic Dine and Dance Theatre Break, departing on February 8, 2003 for two days -- from just £94.95 per person! The trip Includes: A ticket for a Saturday matinee performance of the show of your choice. Return
LEIGH RMI have been pipped at the post in their attempt to sign former Bolton Wanderers striker Paul Wheatcroft. Manager Mark Patterson admitted that he had struck a deal with Wheatcroft and agreed personal terms before the 22-year-old was snatched from
HOSPITAL bosses are perplexed about a proposal to build 65 luxury homes on the site of Fall Birch Hospital - because the land has not been put up for sale. Developer Wilson Connolly Northern has applied to Bolton Council for outline planning permission
WHEN the terrible sight of two airliners crashing into the Twin Towers shook the world on September 11, 2001 we were forced to open our eyes to terrorism, writes Angela Kelly. That was, we were convinced, as bad as it gets. But, in the aftermath of that
A 30 foot medieval style archway erected over Churchgate to mark the 750th anniversary of the granting of Bolton's Charter by the Earl of Derby has been almost completed. The archway will be a focal point when a re-enactment of the proclamation of the
On a Scottish Tartan - Bury Museum and Art Gallery, Moss Street, Bury (tel: 0161 253 5878). An exhibition exploring proportion in new and old tartans featuring woven Tartan in cashmere and merino wool. Runs until Saturday, February 22, open Tuesday to
Tuesday, January 14: 9.30am -- Church bells at Parish Church to ring for 30 minutes. 10am -- Formal Proclamation at market Cross. Town Crier Barry McQueen to play trumpet to start proceedings. The Proclamation will be read by Mayor of Bolton, John Jewitt
A MAN who cheated death after falling into an industrial mixer today told how the accident had transformed his life. Paul Kelly, 47, suffered horrific injuries when he fell into a grouting machine at his TileMaster factory, Whittle-le-Woods, last February
GREATER Manchester Police have joined a number of forces in warning motorists to take care following a string of thefts by so-called "ice-bandits". Thieves have struck in the morning after motorists have left their cars unattended with the engines running
A PROJECT aiming to target those who commit the most crimes and do the most damage to the community launches today. Greater Manchester Police hope to cut crime by tackling people who carry out their own personal crime waves. Those who take part in the
WAYS of stopping a repeat of Hyde GP Harold Shipman's murders are to be examined shortly. A series of seminars are to take place over the next two weeks, designed to tighten up the system that allowed Shipman to kill at least 215 patients. Experts will
RAIL bosses have signalled that work can go ahead to make life safer for passengers using a Bolton railway station. David Crausby, MP for Bolton North East, officially launched the £180,000 improvement plan yesterday at Bromley Cross train station. National
THE first two police community support officers will be taking to the streets of Bolton later this month. The man and woman, who have not yet been named, were recruited by Greater Manchester Police before Christmas and have undergone intensive training
FIREFIGHTERS in Bolton say they will return to the picket lines next week -- regardless of whether troops manning Green Goddesses are needed for a war against Iraq. They say they will strike again for 24 hours next Tuesday if the current industrial dispute
FANS of Ralf Little might be shocked to see him dressed in a lizard suit for his latest role. The 22-year-old actor, who is best known for playing Antony in The Royle Family, donned the flamboyant suit for his new feature film. The Embassy World Darts
Buddy, Manchester Opera House, January 14-25 - GUS MacGregor was a musician performing in clubs and pubs when he was plucked from obscurity to star in one of the West End's biggest hit shows. MacGregor, aged 33, was chosen to appear as Buddy Holly in
MATT Jansen leads Blackburn Reserves' attack in their derby date with Wanderers at Gigg Lane tonight. For Rovers, Alan Kelly gets a run out in goal and John Curtis lines up at full back. Ciccio Grabbi will partner Jansen in the attack. Neil Danns, who
SEVEN Stars at Harwood are looking for centre-halves for their Bolton Sunday League Premier Division side. Contact Neil for details: 07970105524.
LATEST Sky TV Premiership matches: 18 JAN Manchester United v Chelsea 12:30 18 JAN Southampton v Liverpool 17:35 19 JAN Arsenal v West Ham United 14:00 19 JAN Fulham v Middlesbrough 16:05 28 JAN Chelsea v Leeds United 20:00 29 JAN Liverpool v Arsenal
VISITORS to the British Franchise Exhibition at G-Mex, Manchester from January 31 to Feb 1 will be able to attend free seminars organised by the British Franchise Association.
INTERNET users in Tottington will be able to take advantage of the ADSL broadband equipment available through BT Wholesale's broadband registration scheme from January 31. ADSL uses existing BT phone lines and operates at between 10 and 40 times the speed
Fan's view by Steve Battersby AT 2pm it was announced on radio that Michael Ricketts would not be playing in the game due to a hamstring injury. By 2.45pm the rumour machine was in top gear. Ricketts had been sold to Spurs for a fee of between £700,000
3 mins: Saha shot on target but easy for Jaaskelainen after a Fulham counter attack. 4 mins: Brevett gives away to Frandsen, sees Taylor off line and shoots from distance. Attempt is wide. 5 mins: Pedersen shoots just over after a Frandsen ball over top
From the Evening News, January 13, 1993: A HUGE housing development almost as big as the controversial Birtenshaw Farm scheme is planned for Bromley Cross. Outline planning application to build about 200 homes on land between Hospital Road and Hardmans
Q: In winter my lips are chapped and crack, can you suggest a cheap moisturiser for them? A. A cheap moisturising agent for the lips is Vaseline, which offers protection from the elements when outdoors. Although I would recommend you use a natural alternative
I AM the local contact for the War Research Society, run mainly by retired and serving police officers and ex-servicemen as a charitable hobby. It was founded many years ago and supports a number of charities, including the Royal British Legion Poppy
WE'VE all piled on the pounds during the December period, but there was a time, after Christmas, that the next thing we'd see on the shelves in January would be Easter eggs. But not any more, the shelves are now dominated by celebrity fitness videos!
MAY I express my appreciation of the help I received when my car bonnet caught fire on the evening of Christmas Day. Travelling towards Bolton, along Bradford Street, a passing motorist drew my attention to the flames and promptly phoned the emergency
I AM writing to express my disgust towards the persons involved in the recent arson attack on my husband's garage, Entune 2000. These people are yobs. On Christmas Day we were called out to the garage by the police as the garage alarm was going off and
I NOTE with some dismay the article on the disabled access to Blackrod Rail Station, "too costly". It is no wonder that it is too costly. The funding was available 12 years ago, but the vacillation of the PTE, the failure to provide a suitable bus service
IT is with concern I read of the proposals to be put in place to slow traffic in built-up residential areas. It is all very well quoting figures showing pedestrians killed or injured in 2001 and the number of children involved. But if figures like this
JAN Tartu's recent letter on voter apathy reminded me of the time I was out delivering election literature and the girl (of voting age) who told me "We don't believe in politics", as though it was some kind of religion. I didn't have the opportunity to
BOLTON Town Centre Manager Cathy Savage with her fortnightly briefing from the Town Centre Company WELCOME to my first column for 2003 and a Happy New Year to you all. I hope you all had a great Christmas and New Year and are looking forward to 2003 as
Mrs D. Thornley (nee Williams), formerly of Great Lever, but now of Little Lever, tells me that the other day she went into the chemist's shop, and while waiting her turn she looked around at the goods on offer. "I thought how different it had been when
THE January sales are on . . . and this year there are some mouthwatering discounts on offer. Most of the major supermarkets and off-licences are discounting the prices of wines and champagnes, perhaps anticipating the after-Christmas slump. Here is the
WEST Ham are demanding £10m for injury-hit striker Freddie Kanoute, says THE SUN DAILY MIRROR: West Ham boss Glenn Roeder will risk an explosive confrontation with Lee Bowyer this week by tackling his controversial new signing about his attitude to racism
A NAT Lofthouse fan has uncovered an old pub sign which commemorates The Lion of Vienna -- and he wants readers to help trace where it came from. Phil Massey, who lives in Glan Conwy, in Wales, discovered the pub sign in a dusty corner of an antique shop
THE last time we spoke, midway between Christmas and New Year, I didn't have the space to tell you about the Colin Worth Memorial Concert, which has been arranged for March 28 at Derby Ward Labour Club in Deane Road, Bolton. Those of you who follow this
OUT with the old and in with the new: What better time than January to move on from your local pub and spice up your social life? Nicola Mostyn checks out a selection of Bolton's newest bars. Maloneys Where The latest addition to Nelson Square, next to
Pop, chart and commercial tunes with older classics in Club Class, ATLANTIS, The Valley, Eagley Brook Way, Bolton. Pure Delight Pop, chart, R'n'B to get you on the dancefloor Saturday, 9.30pm to 3am, £5 before 11pm, £6 after Vodka Republic Student friendly
PER Frandsen topped the fans' text message man of the match award in Saturday's game against Fulham. The Danish midfield star won 28 per cent of the votes ahead of second placed Jay Jay Okocha who polled 22 per cent with central defender Ivan Campo coming
GUDNI Bergsson has revealed the roller-coaster ride experience of playing alongside Ivan Campo in the centre of defence. Wanderers' Icelandic captain and the Spaniard kept their second Premiership clean sheet in a row having also drawn 0-0 with Everton
THE Wanderers 'Kid for a quid' promotion paid off for Wanderers on Saturday with an above average crowd for the visit of Fulham. Over 25,000 packed into the Stadium and created a good atmosphere although the game ended in a disappointing goalless draw
WANDERERS 0, FULHAM 0: IT was yet another frustrating afternoon at the Reebok Stadium, when despite their chances to gain a valuable three points it was ultimately just the one for Sam Allardyce's team writes Richard Mulligan Wanderers' inability to close
Planning some serious fell walking in the Lake District this winter? Be prepared by checking out the weather on the Lake District National Park's Weatherline service. Calling the service before you leave is essential as conditions can change dramatically
ENGLISH Youth Ballet is looking for 100 young dancers -- boys and girls -- aged between eight and 18 years to perform in a full scale production of The Sleeping Beauty at The Royal Court Theatre, Liverpool, on June 20 and 21. Rehearsals will take place
A MIXTURE of the familiar and new are set to star at Bolton's Albert Halls this coming season. Bolton's own Peter Kay headlines the array of acts lining up to appear at the town centre venue . . . but tickets for his shows were sold out before the season's
PLANNERS have given a Walkden School the go-ahead to build a security fence around the school to help protect it from vandals. Salford Council approved plans by St George's High School to build the 2.4 metre high security fencing and gates around the
A 24-YEAR-OLD man lost two front teeth after he was attacked by thieves. The victim was walking along Duke Street, Radcliffe, when he was approached by two men early on Saturday. They knocked him to the ground and kicked him several times and stole a
BOLTON Parish Church will be opening its doors for tours during the Bolton Charter festivities on January 18 and 19. The church will open at 12.30pm on both days. The tours of the tower will be restricted to 16 people, so to register contact Stephen J
A 21-YEAR-OLD man was due in court today charged with robbery after a woman's car was stolen on St Peter's Way in Bolton. The man, who lives in Feltham, Middlesex, is also facing allegations of assaulting three police officers, dangerous driving and criminal
FANS of Ralf Little might be shocked to see him dressed in a lizard suit for his latest role. The 22-year-old actor, who is best known for playing Antony in The Royle Family, donned the flamboyant suit for his new feature film. The Embassy World Darts
PLANS to transform waste ground in Westhoughton into a residential area have been given a cautious welcome. Neighbours are pleased that the site in Howarth Street has been designated for housing, but have reservations about the plans to build six semi-detached
CHURCHES across Bolton will mark the 750th anniversary of the granting of the town's charter with special thanksgiving services. Thanks for the town's achievements and history on Sunday, January 19, bringing a weekend of anniversary celebrations to an
TAXI cabs and fire engines from days gone by will bring a touch of nostalgia to Bolton's Charter celebrations. Two policemen or "peelers" will be also be walking around the streets of Bolton dressed in old fashioned uniforms to add to the atmosphere.
PLANS to introduce waiting restrictions on a busy main road will be discussed at a meeting this week. Residents and businesses are concerned about plans to introduce a one-way traffic system, double yellow lines and traffic lights on Tonge Moor Road.
I must admit, the idea of a winter weekend break at Center Parcs didn't really appeal too much. Unlike many other people who have flocked to its four "villages" since the first one opened 15 years ago, I had never been tempted to venture there -- especially
SHAUN Goater tops Sam Allardyce's January Sales shopping list writes Neil Bonnar Wanderers are ready to turn to the Manchester City scoring machine to solve their goal crisis. The Bermudan hit man's 102nd strike for City on Saturday could be his last
NOW here's a little test for you. Study the following list of names and guess the product - Island Queen, Fusilier, Clown, Kits, London Idol, Teddy Bear and Man of War. Any ideas? Well, they're actually all brands of cigarette, and those are just a fraction
Q: I have a 1937 Coronation medal and a 1951 Festival of Britain five-shilling piece, and two old pennies dated 1891 and 1900. Are they worth anything? Mrs N A: The medal is worth £5-£10, the Festival of Britain coin £10-£12 and the old pennies virtually
MAGISTRATES adjourned a prosecution against the owners of Camelot Theme Park to allow time for forensic engineers to submit reports. Prime Resorts Ltd, which runs the park at Charnock Richard, Chorley, is accused of two offences under the Health and Safety
STARS of the hit comedy Phoenix Nights returned to their spiritual home to take part in a fun-filled charity night. Stand-up comedian Dave Spikey, who plays resident compere Jerry St Clair, and Paddy McGuinness, who plays bouncer Paddy, entertained the
THE BBC Philharmonic Orchestra stages a series of three Prokofiev anniversary concerts in Manchester to mark the 50th anniversary of the celebrated composer's death. The first in the series takes place on January 31 at The Bridgewater Hall, 7.30pm. This
THE finishing touches are being put in place on a distinctive landmark taking shape in Bolton town centre. Shoppers and town centre workers have been watching with interest as scaffolders constructed a 30ft high mediaeval style archway across Churchgate
From the Evening News, January 9, 1993: A NURSE whose car was wheel-clamped on hospital grounds as she dealt with an emergency has threatened her bosses with legal action. Chris Woodbridge says she will seek legal advice if they fail to refund her £10
THE washing machine broke down -- again -- over Christmas. Yep. The day before Christmas Eve my washer/dryer decided to take the festive season off. Bearing in mind I had just stripped the beds -- why do we always want clean sheets "for Christmas"? --
LEIGH Centurions are in danger of starting the new season badly under-prepared. Their warm-up game at Warrington was postponed on Sunday for a second successive week because of a frozen pitch leaving them badly short of match practise before they kick
A NAT Lofthouse fan has uncovered an old pub sign which commemorates The Lion of Vienna -- and he wants readers to help trace where it came from. Phil Massey, who lives in Glan Conwy, in Wales, discovered the pub sign in a dusty corner of an antique shop
Chorley: Scholes, Devonshire Road, Chorley, Monday to Friday, 5.30-7pm; Whittle Brook Pharmacy, 230 Preston Road, Whittle-le-Woods, on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 6-6.30pm, and Thursday, 5.30-6pm. Whittle Brook Pharmacy, 74, Turnley Lane, Clayton
LEIGH RMI's FA Umbro Trophy tie at home to FA Cup giant killers Vauxhall Motors has been rearranged for tomorrow. This has forced RMI's Marsden Lancashire Cup game at Flixton, due to be played tomorrow night, to be rescheduled for a week tomorrow.
SHAKERS boss Andy Preece is desperate to fulfill tomorrow night's re-arranged fixture with Swansea and lift Bury immediately back into the top three writes Chris Hall His side dropped out of the automatic promotion places after Scunthorpe and Torquay
A FIRST children's novel from this award-winning poet and author, this truly moving story explores a young boy's grief when his mother dies, set against the colourful background of surfing. Eleven year old Billy's mother has just died and his father isn't
1. Bolton Wanderers FC Official History 1877-2002 by Simon Marland (Yore £23.95). 2. Shott's Original Miscellany by Ben Schott (Bloomsbury £9.99) 3. Beyond Nab End by William Woodruff (Abacus £6.99). 4. Matthew & Son by Ruth Hamilton (Transworld £16.99
Fiction: Evolution by Stephen Baxter; The House of Death by P C Doherty; Visions of Sugar Plums by Janet Evanovich; Homage to a Firing Squad by Tariq Goddard; That Old Ace in the Hole by Annie Proulx; The Summer That Never Was by Peter Robinson. Non-Fiction
YOUNG people in the Lancashire area are being warned by police about the dangers of motorised scooters. Since Christmas there have been various reports of scooters being ridden around dangerously on roads in the county. Chief Inspector Val Prince accused
A RARE bird of prey is flocking to nest in parts of the region. Only 11 pairs of Hen Harriers attempted to nest across the country last year -- six of those pairs were in Lancashire's Forest of Bowland. Government conservation agency English Nature is
LINDSAY Hoyle, Labour MP for Chorley, has pledged his support to the National Canine Defence League's "A Dog Is For Life Campaign". Mr Hoyle has signed a Commons Motion supporting the work of the charity, and is urging people not to buy puppies unless
PASSENGER numbers at Liverpool's John Lennon Airport have again soared to record highs, according to figures released this week. Almost three million people passed through the airport last year -- a rise of 26 per cent on the previous 12 month period.
ALL eyes will be focused on the town centre as civic leaders celebrate the birth of the Bolton borough on Tuesday An historical re-enactment and a contemporary dance performance will add a touch of drama to the 750th anniversary celebrations of Bolton's
MEMBERS at Bolton Lads and Girls Club will be getting on their bikes this summer to help raise funds for the centre. The Coast to Coast Cycle Challenge will take place over the weekend of June 14 and 15, from Morecambe to Scarborough, and the club is
RESIDENTS and shop owners are concerned that plans for a one-way traffic system and double yellow lines will stop them parking near their homes and businesses. People living in Tonge Moor Road do not want Bolton Council to impose full time waiting restrictions
A MAN who put rat pellets in a company kettle to poison three of his colleagues has been warned by a judge that he could be sent to jail. Christopher Allen, of Nookfields, Harwood, also put a number of pellets in a jar of coffee following a row over his
THE Office of National Statistics has revealed the most popular names parents chose for their babies in 2002. Lisa Salmon looks at why it has been a good year for Chardonnay and Romeo IT IS official - Kylie and Robbie are on their way out. But fans of
PAINTINGS by LS Lowry - never seen in public before - are to go on show. It is hoped the exhibition, entitled Lowry's Travels, will dispel the misconception that the Salford artist painted only grim northern landscapes. Several landscape pieces by Lowry
LOVE, Dreams and Rainbows is a new, vibrant and exciting pop musical featuring a young and energetic professional cast which showcases at the Blackpool Grand Theatre on January 15 and 16 at 7.30pm. The musical contains a strong drug awareness theme and
THE Library Theatre Company has developed a reputation over the past few years for providing the perfect Christmas show alternative to pantomime. Following on from The Borrowers and last year's Beauty and the Beast, the theatre features yet another children's
Here is a round-up of just what Bolton's own acting talent has in store for the panto season. Members of Victoria Hall Amateur Dramatic Society are looking to present the "purr-fect" pantomime with Puss In Boots. The show will be staged in the Victoria
