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The spectacular display in Bolton town centre

Crowds wowed as spectacular 'Borealis' light show and 'Moon Museum' opened in Bolton

A cannabis farm was discovered following the fire

Police release statement after making discovery following fire at restaurant

Police's strong message to 'football fans' after 'extreme violence' on the street

Parents-to-be 'disgusted' at pram company leaving them stranded before due dates

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Heart Internet users have reported receiving the wrong emails

Updated Concerns as business receives emails addressed to other organisations

UPDATES: Dawn raids across Bolton after violent disorder at Wanderers match

RECAP : Dawn raids in Bolton after violent clashes following Wanderers match

Police respond to dog attack which leaves one dog dead

Horrific attack between two dogs leaves one dead in the street

The new watch is being launched to mark the firm's centenary

Historic Bolton watchmakers marks milestone with new 'Centenary' timepiece

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'Loving' mum of four who 'tried her best' tragically died age 36

'Loving' mum of four who 'tried her best' tragically died aged 36

David Crosby of King's Leadership

'Welcoming and friendly' - Bolton's 'new' high school excels in its first inspection

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People have been warned about attempts to 'gain entry' into homes

Warning after reports of people trying to 'gain access' to homes in early hours

The Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan has passed away aged 65

Legendary Fairytale of New York singer Shane MacGowan dead at 65

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Police issue statement after 'football fans' arrested following violent clashes

Wanderers latest

TEAM NEWS: Ian Evatt issues update ahead of Cup double header

Wanderers get double boost as Evatt plans FA Cup changes against Harrogate

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'Sweeper keeper' Baxter thanks Bolton Wanderers staff for helping him progress

Harrogate waiting on fitness of duo ahead of Bolton clash

PLAYER RATINGS: How the players fared in the 0-0 draw at Oxford United

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Emma Fenney, Kai Spellman. Polly Lister and Charlotte Linighan set sail (Picture: Pamela Raith)

Buckle up and enjoy this great ride around world at the Octagon

Bolton Hospice has launched its Secret Santa campaign

How to be a 'Secret Santa' and make a difference to people in Bolton

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Members of the Be The Change Youth Project visited the Knife Angel on Saturday

'Be The Change' youngsters learn vital lesson at Knife Angel monument

The new lights have been put up around St Helena Road

New streetlights installed in town centre to improve safety

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Withered leaves and twigs are a sign of ash dieback.

Lane closures in place as trees chopped down alongside M-way

The property on Church Street East in Radcliffe

Plans brewing to turn former pub site into HMO

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Four men who police were 'searching' for have been located

Four wanted men located by police - in one day

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Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to shut another 45 branches

High street banking group to shut 45 branches, following Bolton branch closure

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Graffiti artists urged to create eye-catching display - not vandalise property

Third of parents don't believe bullying 'dealt with effectively' in Bolton

Bolton parents on bullying in schools and how it is dealt with

This photo from 1987 shows Bolton supporters taking part in a charity walk, led by Wanderers legend Nat Lofthouse. Can you tell us more or did you take part? Email robert.kelly@nqnw.co.uk

NOSTALGIA Can you tell us more about this charity walk photo?

Here’s Exchange Street, 1949, looking towards Victoria Square, under the bridge of the Grapes Hotel. The Grapes was 114 years old when it was demolished in 1960 and it heralded the beginning of the redevelopment of all that block of property facing

NOSTALGIA Photo shows Bolton in aftermath of Second World War

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Family pay tribute to 'loveable character' after man and carer die in canal accident

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SS Simon and Jude CE Primary School in Great Lever will be moving into its new temporary school

School which burnt down to begin classes at new temporary location next month

Sanitary bins are being called to be installed in men's toilets

Sanitary bins in men's loos desperately needed as campaign underway

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You could end up causing damage to your car using certain methods

The do's and don'ts of defrosting car windscreens - Experts reveal HUGE mistakes

Along with the release of this new chocolate bar, Cadbury has also launched a new flavour of its Mini Eggs.

Cadbury releases new chocolate bar that is a twist on already fan-favourite treat

A furniture expert has shared a household item that can be used to remove stains from your sofa

Got red wine or chocolate on your sofa? Expert reveals 18p hack for removing stains

Lloyds Banking Group is shutting another 45 branches across its network and the Halifax and Bank of Scotland brands

Full list of Halifax, Lloyds and Bank of Scotland banks set to close

Members of The Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union voted to accept an offer from train companies which included a backdated pay rise of 5 per cent

RMT union votes to end rail strikes as offer accepted

The DWP have teamed up with Harry Redknapp to raise awareness of Pension Credit, worth up to £3,900 every year

Thousands missing out on support worth £4,200 as deadline approaches

According to the Highway Code drivers may use front or rear fog lights but must switch them off when visibility improves

Drivers risk £50 fine for common winter mistake, expert warns

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Former Brookside star Dean Sullivan has passed away, aged 68

Brookside's Dean Sullivan has died aged 68, his family has announced

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SheInspires Awards' judges 2023 line up for the camera. Photos courtesy of Cllr Mustafa Desai and Henry Lisowski

Bolton's inspirational women enjoy the red carpet treatment at glittering ceremony

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Sport

West Brom loanee Zac Ashworth

TEAM NEWS: Ian Evatt issues update ahead of Cup double header

Randell Williams should be fit for the FA Cup second round tie against Harrogate Town

Wanderers get double boost as Evatt plans FA Cup changes against Harrogate

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Nathan Baxter right, with Joel Coleman in the warm-up against Oxford United

'Sweeper keeper' Baxter thanks Bolton Wanderers staff for helping him progress

Harrogate boss Simon Weaver

Harrogate waiting on fitness of duo ahead of Bolton clash

Ben Rydel goes for goal during the 2-0 defeat at Stafford Rangers Picture: David Featherstone

Colls in a Stew as Rangers power to win

Bolton Amazons Under-14s’ Jasmine Cox is backed up by Holly Turner, Tope Oyeside and Eilidh Burns

Amazons deliver biggest group at Grasshoppers

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National Sport

Jurgen Klopp was delighted to take top spot with a game to spare (Peter Byrne/PA)

Jurgen Klopp satisfied as Liverpool secure top spot with a game to spare

Aston Villa’s Alex Moreno celebrates his winner against Legia. (Joe Giddens/PA)

Unai Emery eager to top group after Aston Villa reach ECL knockout stages

Mohamed Salah (right) has now scored 199 goals for Liverpool (Peter Byrne/PA)

Mohamed Salah closes in on 200 club as Liverpool confirm top spot

Lewis Dunk hailed a historic day for Brighton (Gareth Fuller/PA)

You’ve got to dream big: Lewis Dunk eyes Europa League glory with Brighton

David Moyes braved the cold in Serbia (Darko Vojinovic/AP)

David Moyes urges West Ham to finish the job and top Group A

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National News

Police attempt to put out flares that have been thrown towards them outside the stadium before the UEFA Europa Conference League Group E match at Villa Park, Birmingham (David Davies/PA)

Four police officers injured in ‘disgusting scenes’ at Aston Villa match

Mia Schem was released after 55 days in captivity in Gaza (AP)

Israeli military confirms release of six more hostages in Gaza Strip

What the papers say (PA)

What the papers say – December 1

The Prince and Princess of Wales at the Royal Variety Performance at the Royal Albert Hall (Aaron Chown, PA)

Prince and Princess of Wales appear ‘relaxed’ at Royal Variety Performance

The King and Prime Minister Rishi Sunak are attending the Cop28 climate summit in Dubai (Daniel Leal/PA)

King and Sunak to attend Cop28 as leaders assess bids to tackle climate change

Greater Manchester Police Chief Constable Stephen Watson replaced Ian Hopkins in May 2021 (James Speakman/PA)

Significant improvements by Greater Manchester Police, inspection finds

A woman with her dog in snow in Swarland, Northumberland (Owen Humphreys/PA)

Wintry showers and sub-zero temperatures set to continue

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