Archive - Thursday, 27 February 2020

Elsie Halligan
ELSIE HALLIGAN Passed peacefully on 12th February 2020 aged 89 years. Dearly loved mother of Brian Appleton. Grandma to Richard, Robert and Christina. Great grandmother to Thomas and Rebecca. Dear friend to many. Funeral service to take place on 4th…
Ethel Fitton
ETHEL FITTON Ethel passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Salford Royal Hospital on February 20th, 2020 aged 99 years , a dear Wife of the late Joseph, much loved Mam of Derek and Doreen, mother in law to Patricia and Glynn, loving…
Esme Roberts
ESME FRANCES ROBERTS Esme Roberts on Thursday 13th February 2020 at Westwood Court Nursing Home, Winsford. Late of 171 Green Lane, Bolton and Ivy Court, Sandiway. Aged 96 yrs. Widow of Edward Roberts, mother to Philip Roberts and Lynne Whittle, loving…
Mark Higson
MARK HIGSON 27-02-2018 Still love and miss you everyday. Wife Pat, Martin, Chris and Rachel
Asons law firm boss cannot work as a solicitor and family must pay £250,000
A LAWYER whose controversial firm was branded "a disgrace" by the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal cannot practice again without agreement of a judge.
Three injured in multi-vehicle crash on Blackburn Road
THREE people are being treated for injuries after a three-car collision on Blackburn Road in Egerton.
Police release CCTV after 16-year-old boy has part of ear bitten off
POLICE investigating an assault which left a 16-year-old boy requiring reconstructive surgery to his ear, have released CCTV images of a man they want to speak to in connection with the incident.
'Mindless and selfish' vandals damage Grade II-listed park
VANDALS who damaged a Grade II listed park have been slammed as "mindless and selfish".
Manager's porn download shame: Hundreds of images of children were found on his computer
AN artist management company boss who downloaded illegal images of children in galleries of legal pornographic material has been placed on the sex offenders' register.
Bolton cafe boss' anger after finding dog poo hidden by cushion
The owner of a dog-friendly coffee shop has been left disappointed after a visitor to the cafe covered up dog mess with a cushion.
Shop licence revoked after raid during buyer's trial finds foreign tobacco bag
A SHOPKEEPER has lost his licence after illicit tobacco was found at his store after it was handed over to a potential buyer.
More pressure on Bolton's foodbanks as UK poverty worsens
More people have become reliant on foodbanks in Bolton as a study reveals that poor families are deeper in poverty than they were seven years ago. But what part is controversial benefits system Universal Credit playing in families’ need for…
Car stolen in burglary seized by police
POLICE have seized a car stolen in a burglary earlier this week.
Storm Jorge is coming: What to expect from this weekend's weather
STORM Jorge will bring heavy rain and strong winds to parts of the UK from Friday.
Bolton biochemist mum-of-three to fight crime in her spare time
A NEW special constable will join the policing team in Bolton.
Euro Garages brothers reveal new future for Stanley House Hotel
THE new owners of one of Lancashire’s best-known hotels have announced ‘a significant investment’ in its future.
Warburtons has created the UK's first ever crumpet beer
IF you like a bit of crumpet you can now enjoy it in beer form — thanks to Warburtons.
Tribute concert for Bolton music teacher who taught thousands of youngsters
A TRIBUTE concert is being held for a woman who taught generations of musicians in a long career as a music teacher.
"Thank you for stepping up to the mark" - Brave heroes of Cube fire recognised by town
Responders who went above and beyond after a massive fire at a student accommodation block have been commended.
Debt is main cause of need to use foodbanks — not Universal Credit
Figures released by Urban Outreach regarding their foodbank and food pantries reveal that debt is one of the main reasons people are driven to use a foodbank.
INQUEST: Convicted paedophile dies while serving jail term
A CONVICTED paedophile who sexually abused girls aged five and six has died while serving a nine year sentence for his crimes.
Fire crew warning over "impact to services" after bin fire callout
A Fire Station watch manager has warned of "impact to services" after they were called out to a bin fire in a woodland area near Rivington.
Go bananas for fairtrade in Market Place this weekend
Fairtrade fortnight is underway in Bolton, with a pop-up event this weekend looking to show that the town is still committed to fairtrade.
TEAM NEWS: Bolton Wanderers v Accrington Stanley
LIAM Edwards has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a broken kneecap.
Horwich RMI Harriers sprint star Sophie brings home indoor silver
ENGLISH 200m champion Sophie Walton brought home a silver medal at the same distance in the England Athletics Indoor Age Group Championships 200m at the National Indoor Athletics Centre in Sheffield.
Keith Hill vows to fight on at Wanderers as pressure to improve form increases
KEITH Hill says he will fight to prove he is the right man to lead Bolton Wanderers into next season.
Lostock 6 record is broken despite poor conditions
DESPITE the worst of Bolton’s winter weather Lostock AC successfully hosted the 38th Lostock 6 road race on Sunday with a record 500 runners from all over the north west and beyond competing.
Bolton v Accrington likely line-ups, odds, key men and all you need to know
Wanderers welcome Accrington to the UniBol on Saturday.
Accrington boss insists his side will not take Bolton lightly
UNDERESTIMATE Bolton at your peril - that is the message from Accrington Stanley boss John Coleman to his players.
Three lanes closed after crash debris spread across M61
THREE lanes have been blocked after a crash on the M61 northbound between junction five and six.
Jason Kenny wins team sprint silver at World Championships
Jason Kenny helped deliver a silver medal and a British record in the men's team sprint on the opening day of the UCI Track Cycling World Championships in Berlin - five months out from the Tokyo Olympics.
"It's a sickener" - Bolton captain Jason Lowe on Blackpool defeat
JASON Lowe described Tuesday night’s defeat at Blackpool as a “sickener” – but believes the Seasiders’ winning goal should not have counted.
The great Keith Hill debate: The Buff on the Bolton Wanderers boss
We’re back with episode 21 of our Bolton Wanderers podcast – The Buff.
Bolton Wanderers LIVE: Keith Hill's press conference, Accrington build-up
Keith Hill insists he is the right man to take Wanderers forward as attentions turn to Saturday's clash with Accrington at the UniBol.
Amazing footage of rare Asian elephant being born at Chester Zoo
A HEALTHY baby elepant has been born at Chester Zoo.
Jeremy Kyle will make his comeback soon 'to have his say'
PRESENTER Jeremy Kyle will be "back soon to have his say", his new management company has said.
Shocking footage captures four-car crash in Oldham
THERE was major traffic disruption in Oldham this morning (Thursday, February 27), after four vehicles including an ambulance were involved in a collision.
How self-isolation can affect your rights and pay at work
UP until a week ago many of us had probably never heard the term ‘self-isolation’.
Live from Worktown to stage cultural cabaret in Bolton
THE next ‘Cultural Cabaret’ run by Bolton’s Live from Worktown group will be held at the Little Bolton Town Hall next Thursday.
End of the line as trains headed to Bolton scrap yard in 1968
It really was the end of the line for two diesel-electric locomotives which were set to be turned into scrap in Bolton in 1968. The two green shunters were in a siding off Crescent Road and were about to be dismantled. Lawrence Hatton (pictured), a…
Cruel puppy and kitten farms will be banned in April
PUPPY and kitten farms will be banned under a new law coming into force this April.
All of Greggs hot cross buns will be vegan for Easter
With Lent underway, attention turns to Easter goodies - and why not.
Dream day for young firefighter Luke
A FIVE-YEAR-OLD boy with severe epilepsy has had his wish to be a fireman come true.
Fancy being paid £50 an hour to sip champagne and eat cake at wedding fairs? Here's how
IF you spend your days daydreaming over white dresses, wedding bells and centre pieces, we might have found the perfect role for you.
Disney Plus UK can be pre-ordered now - and there's an early discount available
THE UK launch of the much-anticipated Disney Plus streaming service in the UK is almost here.

26th February 2020