BOLTON Wanderers have launched an investigation after one of their coaches appeared to breach FA rules and bet on Whites to lose against QPR on Tuesday. According to his Facebook account, Wanderers Academy strength and conditioning coach Matthew
A MAN has died in a house fire in Manchester Road. Firefighters rescued the man from inside the house after they were called at about 6pm this evening, but he later died in hospital. Neighbours said the terraced house was vacant but that somebody
Bolton Wanderers' new loan signing Lukas Jutkiewicz made his debut last night against QPR - here is everything you need to know about the Whites' new striker. 1 – Despite his Polish ancestry and name, Jutkiewicz was actually born in Southampton
A MAN is accused of raping a woman twice. Zoltan Sztojka, aged 31, of Curzon Road, Bolton, denies raping a woman twice in August last year and also three counts of assaulting children. Robert Golinski told a jury at Bolton Crown Court that
FINANCE chiefs at the Royal Bolton Hospital will update the public on its deficit position. Figures from the monthly finance report for December show a £5.9million deficit at the Bolton NHS Foundation Trust so far this year. The trust — which
A WOMAN has been charged with an attack on a landlady. Deborah Blinkhorn, aged 48, is alleged to have pushed Nicola Monks, the landlady at the Bowling Green pub in Lee Lane, Horwich, on January 17. Blinkhorn, of Lee Lane, Horwich, attended
ANIMATED adventure Frozen will be shown at next month’s Family Film Club in Bolton. The Disney film will be screened at the Festival Hall, Albert Halls, on Sunday, February 23, at 2pm. Tickets cost £4 for adults and £2 for children.
BOLTON magistrates have fined a woman £265 for not buying a £1.80 train ticket for her journey. Clare Campbell, aged 38, of Trafford Street, Farnworth, committed the offence on August 8 and the case against her was proved in her absence.
SHARPLES High School is among the top five per cent in the country for the progress children make through school. Teachers say this indicates that the school makes among the greatest impact on pupil achievement. Headteacher Rachel Quesnel said
RESIDENTS in Atherton are being warned to ignore phone calls offering them refunds on their council tax. A firm claiming it is working with Wigan Council is asking people in the area for personal information about their tax bands. The council
TALENTED musicians and film-makers are being encouraged to enter Rock the House and Film the House competitions. The competitions are sponsored by industry and supported by celebrity patrons offering the chance for creative residents in Bolton
RESIDENTS in Blackrod have the chance to speak to their local councillor at councillors’ surgery sessions. Labour sessions are on the second and third Saturday of every month, between 10am and 11am, and Conservative sessions are held on the first
A BOLTON MP has pledged to push for more help for Bolton’s pubs after receiving an award as a “Beer Champion” Jullie Hilling, who represents Bolton West, was recently presented with the prize from the British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA), the
HEALTH chiefs will discuss the Royal Bolton’s pressure ulcer strategy at a public meeting. The board of directors at the Bolton NHS Foundation Trust will present a report on pressure ulcers at the meeting from 9am on Thursday at the trust headquarters
THE boss of a newly-formed forestry group for the North West believes the route to more jobs and economic growth is to expand the woodlands around towns like Bolton. Iain Taylor, chairman of the North West Forestry and Woodland Advisory Committee
BOLTON Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) will be out and about helping people to cut hundreds of pounds from their energy bills. As the rising cost of living continues to put pressure on household budgets, CAB is offering free advice today and Friday
A DRIVER who failed to ensure a child was wearing a seat belt has been fined by Bolton magistrates. The court heard that Ann Connor, aged 49, of Corner Brook, Lostock, drove a VW Golf on Manchester Road, Westhoughton, on June 19 whilst the child
A RAIL passenger who avoided paying a £4 fare has been fined £265 by Bolton magistrates. The court heard Mikhail Belov, aged 34, of Lydgate Avenue, Bolton, committed the offence on July 10.
FIREFIGHTERS helped a woman escape a three-car smash in Atherton. The pile-up happened at 3.30pm yesterday outside the Atherton Arms in Tyldesley Road. A fire crew from Atherton helped release the woman from one of three cars and she was taken
FORMER coal miners and management from the 1984 strike who crossed the picket lines of their colliery are still needed to come forward and share their accounts for an audio and photography project. Photographer Vanessa Short, who comes from a coal
A MAN from Canada is asking for help in finding descendants of his relatives who used to live in Bolton. Douglas Cossar, from Vancouver Island, is researching his family history — specifically his mother’s aunts, Alice and Helena Colley, who lived
DRIVERS in Deane are being disrupted by a road closure. Deane Church Lane was closed to road users on Monday to allow Bolton Council to carry out resurfacing work and is expected to reopen on Sunday, February 9.
A CHARITY event is being held at Jungle Mayhem in Radcliffe to raise money for children’s hospice Gracie’s Place. The event, on March 2, will offer children two hours of open play on the equipment, entertainment from a DJ and magician, and a buffet
A RAIL passenger has been fined £265 after he was caught without a £4 ticket. Thomas Dawie, aged 42, of Corring Way, Hall i’ th’ Wood, had the case against him proved in his absence. Bolton magistrates heard he was stopped on July 14 at Manchester
CHILDREN at Sharples Primary School are getting a taste of secondary school life. Year five pupils are spending six weeks in Sharples High School taking part in art lessons and drama workshops every Wednesday. It follows on from the huge success
THE sentencing of a charity thief has been adjourned. Yvonne Pither, aged 44, of Manchester Road West, Little Hulton, has previously admitted stealing a charity box in Atherton containing £7 from a cause named Support our Fallen Heroes. The
ROAD safety charity the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) has issued a frost and ice warning to Bolton drivers. The IAM’s chief examiner said Peter Rodger recommends drivers keeping to main roads, which are more likely to be salted, and they
THE rate of staff calling in sick at the Royal Bolton Hospital is among the highest in the North West, according to new figures. The Bolton NHS Foundation Trust will present a new report into the worsening staff sickness levels at a public meeting
A MOTORIST who failed to wear a seat belt has been fined by Bolton magistrates. Aaron Warburton, aged 25, of Baron Fold, Little Hulton, admitted not wearing the belt while driving a Vauxhall Astra on Manchester Road, Bolton on July 7. He was
THE next meeting of Horwich Town Council is on Thursday, February 20. The council meeting, in the council chamber, in the public hall in Lee Lane, starts at 7.15pm and is followed by a planning committee meeting. Members of the public are welcome
FARNWORTH residents can have a say about where they live at an area forum on February 10, with a drop in session at 6.30pm, followed by the main meeting from 7pm until 8pm. The meeting, which will be held at Trinity Church in Market Street welcomes
ONLY two days are left for residents to see a free exhibition at Harwood Library. Artist Derek Haslam has all his work on display in a self-titled exhibition at the library, in Hough Fold Way. His work includes watercolours and mixed media,
THE issue of “Mental Health — the law, disorder and treatment” will be addressed at the Annual Ryder Lecture 2014 at the University of Bolton. Taking place in March, invited guests, law students and those in the legal profession will hear from
BOLTON Little Theatre is showing the sharp-edged comedy Entertaining Angels next week. The story follows Vicar’s widow Grace, who has spent a lifetime on her best behaviour. Now she can enjoy her new-found freedom, but the return of her missionary
The Ladies’ Club of St John’s Methodist Church, Horwich, showed its support for the Bolton Mountain Rescue Team at its annual meeting by donating £20 to the club. Bolton Mountain Rescue Team thanked the club for its kindness.
A CARE home campaign hopes to teach people about the importance of dignity. Brideoake Care Home in Leigh is on a mission to raise awareness of the need for dignity by holding an afternoon tea party and a training session on January 31 from 2pm
AN introductory evening on becoming an advanced motorist takes place at Lostock Parish Centre in Tempest Road today. It will give information on the advanced driving course run by the Bolton Group of Advanced Motorists. The course offers one-on-one
A ROOFER has been banned from driving for a year after being caught drink driving. Nicholas Taylor, aged 38, of Sudell Road, Darwen, admitted driving while under the influence of alcohol. Bolton Magistrates’ Court heard his Ford Transit van
THE Westhoughton with Chew Moor Area Forum will held at Westhoughton United Reform Church, in Park Road, on Wednesday, February 5, from 6.30pm until 7pm. There will be an update on policing and on Winifred Kettle House.
CHILDREN are invited to get crafty next month at Horwich Library. Youngsters aged four to 11 can make their own crown or leafy headdress to take home on Thursday, February 20, between 2.30pm and 4pm.
TEMPORARY traffic lights will be installed in Markland Hill as the council carries out resurfacing work. The lights will be in place in Victoria Road from Monday, February 10, until Friday, February 21.
THIS local hostelry is a popular haunt both for Bolton folk and also from people from further afield who enjoy walking in the lovely countryside nearby. Bob’s Smithy Inn is easily recognised for its charming, traditional building and its fine food
HORWICH has many interesting and historically fascinating primary schools. The oldest school building is the old Horwich Parish School which was built as a national Infant and Sunday School in 1793 and is now used as a parish hall and is a listed
DANCING at the Astoria Palais de Dance — simply known locally as the Palais — was a much-loved pastime for many of our Looking Back readers. In this day and age the idea of an evening out without alcohol would seem alien to most young people, but
In the latest in a new series of articles, Angela Kelly talks to local sportsmen and women about their love and commitment to their chosen sport. This week, it is up-and-coming referee Michael Barlow. DON’T be surprised if one day you turn on your
WHAT an indictment on our country and this government’s policies that people are having to survive on the use of food banks (The Bolton News, January 26). Evidence has shown the people using these volunteer services are from a wide group of the
I WOULDN’T normally respond to anything that I don’t agree with in the papers. But I think someone should point out to the planners of such a grand scheme as the Loco Works that the obvious increase in traffic on the M61 would probably lead to
MANY people in Bolton keep their fish in tiny goldfish bowls. What’s wrong with that I hear you say? Well, we wouldn’t dream of keeping puppies or kittens imprisoned in a tiny space for their entire lives, so why is it considered acceptable to
THE question in The Bolton News was: “What is your opinion on BWFC becoming a private company?” Well here is a season ticket holder’s answer. It was stated that an accountant says the reason Bolton Wanderers want to change the club status is
I pay £832 a year for car insurance, but I read on Monday that one person was fined £630 for driving without insurance, another £200 and a third £110. These are very competitive charges and yet I cannot find Bolton Magistrates listed on any of
YOUNGSTERS rose to the challenge of learning how to make the perfect loaf of bread. Pupils at St Stephen’s Kearsley Moor CE Primary School were visited by regional family bakers Roberts Bakery and guided through every stage of the breadmaking process
VISITORS to Bolton Museum can travel into the unknown world of Gypsyland in a new fascinating, poignant and celebratory exhibition. To Gypsyland, a touring exhibition by English Romani artist, Delanie Le Bas, is designed to take its audience on
A FURIOUS man attacked his close friend with a chisel following a fall out over his girlfriend, a court heard. Mark Kearns was given a suspended prison sentence after pleading guilty to causing actual bodily harm to Phillip Walsh, his pal of 17
THE Bolton Atlantic Challenge crew have a “whale” of an offer waiting for them at Olympus Fish and Chip Restaurant when they return from their epic journey to Antigua. After reading about the team’s craving for a chippy tea in The Bolton News,
THE Bolton Atlantic Challenge crew are counting down the hours until they will be reunited with their loved ones — and are sending out a plea for last-minute donations. Mark Brocklehurst, aged 52, Matt Nuttall, aged 44, Nick Griffiths, aged 42,
A VIOLENT thug is back behind bars after battering a taxi driver over the head with a hammer just weeks after being released from custody. Victim Mark Burgess was left with a four-and-a-half inch gash on the left side of his head after he was attacked
PARENTS, governors and councillors are being urged to answer a call to arms to protect Bolton’s schools from becoming “privatised” Battle plans against the against the government's controversial academy programme were drawn up at a public meeting
BOLTON will play host to 1,000 inspirational athletes when the Westfield Health British Transplant Games are held in the town in August. The annual sports spectacular will take place in Bolton from August 7 to August 14 and will see athletes who
A POPULAR high school — ordered to improve by education watchdogs — is “taking effective action” to raise standards. Harper Green School, in Farnworth, has been placed in the “requires improvement” category by Ofsted because not enough children
THREATS by the University of Bolton to dock a day’s pay for two-hour strike action did not stop academics from again walking out in an on-going dispute over pay. About 12 lecturers, supported by some students, fighting for “fair pay” took part
EACH week police appeal to readers of The Bolton News for help tracing wanted criminals. POLICE are trying to trace a woman who has failed to comply with a curfew. Donna Hogg, aged 32, was ordered to comply with curfew and live at an address given
St. Joseph’s Players Beauty and The Beast St. Joseph’s Hall, Chapel Street, Leigh Until Saturday Pantomime is alive and kicking in Leigh this week as St Joseph’s Players present their annual Pantomime – Beauty and The Beast. Written and
A POLICE officer has raised more than £1,000 for charity by completing a gruelling six-hour boot camp. PC Sean Long, who trains officers at Greater Manchester Police’s headquarters in Sedgley Park, Prestwich, pushed himself to the limit by running
TRIBUTES have been paid to a former Bolton News employee and devoted family man whose wife and sons were his “biggest passion in life”. Dad-of-three Simon Williams died on January 18 aged 36, just six months after being diagnosed with an aggressive
THEATRE productions from London, opera from New York and Russian ballet will be beamed live to a Bolton cinema. Cineworld Bolton, on Eagley Brook Way, The Valley, is screening a host of live and special events throughout the year. Manager
WANDERERS are demanding answers after QPR striker Charlie Austin got away scot free with a challenge that left Tim Ream with a broken nose and three stitches. The American defender is a serious doubt for this weekend’s game at Ipswich after being
A GLOBETROTTING beautician and actress picked Bolton to start her new business — because of the town’s friendly people. Bekki Ferrario has launched Beauty Retreat above Hair Studio 336 in Bath Street after being attracted to the potential of the
A PREDICTED decimation in the numbers of young people undertaking skills training following the introduction of a student-style loans system for the further education sector looks to have been avoided, according to Bolton College principal Marie Gilluley
CHILDREN and adults from across Bolton visited a theatre to celebrate an ongoing arts project. Bolton at Home and the Octagon Theatre have worked together for the past 10 years to provide arts in a variety of settings across Bolton. Roddy Gauld
EGERTON secured a hat-trick of titles in the Anthony Axford Indoor Cricket Competition, but only after surviving a semi-final scare. Paul Stafford’s Blackburn Road side, who have dominated the competition in recent years, beat Farnworth Social
A MAN who was allegedly slashed across the throat with a knife outside his house has told how he is lucky to be alive. Steven Waring, of Breightmet Drive, Breightmet, has a three-inch knife wound on his neck, and he said doctors had told him the
A STAND-OFF between Bolton Council workers and staff at Smithills Open Farm ended when the council agreed to remove bollards just hours after they were installed. Contractors were trapped for eight hours yesterday when farm staff parked tractors
5:33pm Some very encouraging news breaking from over in the States here - Stuart Holden training with the national team! 5:30pm On loan, of course.
A 59-YEAR-OLD woman was threatened at knifepoint during an attempted robbery. The robbers burst into the woman’s home in Maple Crescent, Leigh, and walked into her living room before demanding cash from the victim. The men then searched the
A COUPLE and their baby were left terrified after four masked robbers armed with a machete burst into their home in Atherton. The four robbers, who wore balaclavas, stole an iPad and a mobile phone in the attack, which happened in Sumner Street
COMMUTERS are facing delays this morning because of a broken down lorry on the M61. One lane of the southbound carriageway has been closed between junction 5 near Farnworth and junction 6 near Westhoughton while the lorry's tyre is changed.
WANDERERS have sunk deeper into a defensive crisis after Tim Ream suffered a horror head injury against QPR last night. The American defender was pole-axed just 15 SECONDS into the 2-1 defeat at Loftus Road and must now be a major doubt for this
DOUGIE Freedman insists that Wanderers’ luck will soon change for the better despite seeing his side crash to another defeat at QPR. Goals from Charlie Austin and Karl Henry proved the difference at Loftus Road, with Jay Spearing’s 85th minute
CAT’S CRADLE TYLDESLEY LITTLE THEATRE Until Saturday A TRULY tangled tale is being expertly unpicked by a talented cast in Tyldesley. Tyldesley Little Theatre (TLT) got 2014 off to an entertaining and intriguing start on Tuesday evening
