Archive - Wednesday, 22 May 2019

FOR SALE: Bolton Wanderers can be yours, provided you show £25million
BOLTON Wanderers are up for sale - and potential bidders are being asked to show proof of funds for £25million.
Mark Beevers on verge of leaving Bolton Wanderers
MARK Beevers could be playing against Wanderers in League One next season, with a move to Peterborough United thought to be on the verge of being announced.
Former Bury defender Sam Allardyce joins Oxford United
FORMER Bury youngster Sam Allardyce has joined Oxford United.
Luca Connell: Agent will sort my Wanderers future
LUCA Connell’s future could be sorted by the time he returns from international duty.
Beautiful bees created in memory of 22 Manchester Arena victims
TWO years on from the Manchester Arena Attack two mums have have paid poignant tribute on the steps of Bolton Town Hall.
Police appeal for family members after woman dies at town centre flat
POLICE are searching for family members of an elderly woman who died at a block of flats in the town centre.
Bridal store in Bolton closes its doors suddenly leaving brides in a panic
A NUMBER of brides-to-be have been left in a panic after a town centre bridal shop closed suddenly.
Amazon Bolton further staff careers with new training programme
STAFF at Amazon's fulfilment centre in Bolton have received a major boost to their careers as part of a training programme.
Two couples reveal their plans for a 'one of a kind' British-Asian bakery
TWO couples have revealed their plans to create a "one of a kind" bakery and cafe.
£500 grant for club giving lifeline to elderly
A BELOVED bowling club is being given a new lease of life to the tune of £500.
Plastic straws, stirrers and cotton buds to be banned from next year
PLASTIC straws, stirrers and cotton buds are to be banned in England from next year to tackle pollution and protect the environment.
Fun days organised to celebrate improvements to canal and surrounding area
MORE than 50 primary school pupils will design and build their own art structure to go across the Manchester, Bolton and Bury Canal.
Aldi is looking for wine tasters to try their range for FREE
KNOW a thing or two about your grapes? Fancy yourself as a wine expert?
NATIONAL: Marks & Spencer profits drop 10 per cent amid plans to shut and relocate stores
RETAIL giant Marks & Spencer has posted a 10 per cent drop in annual profits amid a sweeping overhaul that will see it shut another 110 stores.
Free doggie health check ups from the PDSA
KEEPING your beloved pet pooch in tip top condition is a must for a happy hound.
Bolton's most wanted — May 22, 2019
Every week police ask readers of The Bolton News for help finding wanted suspects
LETTER: Where is the train improvement?
WITH the publication of the new railway timetable it seems that Bolton has suffered another relegation.
Prince's Trust course achievers congratulated at University of Bolton
Young people recognised at University of Bolton hosts Prince’s Trust presentation
Brave victim bit robber trying to grab her handbag in 10-minute struggle
A WOMAN fought back and bit the the robber who was trying to grab her handbag.
How Luca Connell jumped from Bolton's youth team to verge of an Ireland cap
LUCA Connell's ascension from youth team to international football, as told by one of the coaches who knows him best.
Homebase set to downsize and make way for new 'discount retailer'
HOMEBASE is set to split its retail space in two, creating a new unit for a discount store.
Schoolboy knocked unconscious after being jumped on his doorstep
A THIRTEEN-year-old boy was punched and knocked unconscious after being attacked outside his front door by a gang of youths.
Hidden time capsule discovered after lorry crash
A LORRY crash resulted in a surprising historical find.
Evening delays expected as roadworks begin on key route between Bury and Bolton
MOTORISTS are expected to be hit with evening delays on a key route between Bolton and Bury this week.
'Eyesore' substations damaged by vandalism to get 'community makeover'
'EYESORE' substations damaged by flytipping and vandalism are set for a major revamp.
How to become a foster carer
THE fostering system has a rigorous process to ensure potential carers meet the standards required. Checks are in place to ensure that the child will be safe and, hopefully, progress in a family’s care.
Another medal for 'Golden Griffin' Tony
A WORLD record-holding Paralympian from Bolton has been awarded the British Empire Medal.
Church extends special invitation to ex-serviceman on 75th anniversary of D-Day
A TOWN centre church will mark 75 years from the D-Day landings with a commemorative service.
Bolton hosts international conference
ACADEMICS and experts from as far afield as Australia and America will be in Bolton tomorrow for an international conference.
Appeal to find family after man dies
POLICE have sent out an appeal in an effort to find the family of a recently deceased man.
Green transport funding across the region hits £600m
MORE than £600m has now been allocated to green transport projects across the region.
Here's your guide to European Parliamentary Elections
VOTERS across the North West go to the polls this week to elect the region’s eight Members of the European Parliament (MEPs.)
'If you've got a lot of love to give then go for it': The families fixing a fostering crisis
FOSTERING is in crisis as the number of foster families needed around the country climbs into the thousands. More than 1,500 foster carers are needed in the North West, making it the most desperate region in the UK for carers. With nearly one per…
Vernon Kay reveals why he loves Bolton as part of new campaign
HUNDREDS of people have already shared why they love Bolton as part of a new campaign.
Lawrence Melia
LAWRENCE MELIA In loving memory of Lawrence Melia, gone to join his beloved wife Madge. He will be greatly missed by all, especially his son Stephen, Bernadette, Sam and Amy. 27th October 1931 to 17th May 2019. All enquiries to Bromleys Funeral…
Ronald Heaton
RONALD HEATON JAN-08-1926 MARCH 15-2019 Passed away at Royal Bolton Hospital We thought of you today Dad But that is nothing new We thought about you yesterday And days before that to We think of you in silence We often speak your name All we have are…
Kenneth Paul Lewis
KENNETH PAUL LEWIS Died 12/5/2019 Beloved Father of Carter and Toby Lewis. Sadly missed. Never forgotten. Funeral Tuesday 28/5/2019 at 12.45pm Overdale West Chapel.
Kathleen Allman
KATHLEEN ALLMAN On 18th May 2019. Peacefully in Bolton Hospice. Kathleen aged 71 years. Loving mum of Lisa, much loved grandma of Ethan and Finley, a dear aunt, cousin and friend of many. Service at Horwich Parish Church on Wednesday 29th May at 11.15am…
Gwendoline Mary Haydock
GWENDOLINE MARY HAYDOCK Gwen passed away peacefully on 16th May 2019, aged 70 years. Dearly loved wife of Paul, loving and devoted mum to Damien and Nicola, dear mother-in-law of Kerry and Richard and much loved grandma to Joe, Niamh, George, Harry and…
Kenneth Paul Lewis
KENNETH PAUL LEWIS Passed away on 12 May 2019 aged 40 years. Devoted Husband, loving Dad, dear Uncle and Brother and good friend to many. Kenneth's funeral will take place on Tuesday 28 May 2019 at 1pm at Overdale Crematorium (West Chapel). Please…
Bruce Abbott
BRUCE ABBOTT Sadly passed away on Tuesday 7th May 2019 at home aged 63 years. Much loved son to the late Albert and the late Alice Abbott. A good friend to many. The service and the committal will take place at Overdale Crematorium on Thursday 30th May…
Charles "Charlie" Christopher
CHARLES CHRISTOPHER " CHARLIE" Peacefully passed away In hospital on 14th May 2019 aged 82 years and surrounded by his loving family. Charlie, beloved Husband of the Late Jean, much loved Dad of Lesley, Jill and Susan. A devoted Grandad and Great…
Kenneth Payne
KENNETH PAYNE Passed away peacefully at home after a short illness borne with great courage and dignity. Dear husband of Anne and step father to Gillian, Ingrid and Neil. Kenneth will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral service will…
Ronald Heaton
RONALD HEATON JAN-08-1926 MAY 15-2019 Passed away at Royal Bolton Hospital We thought of you today Dad But that is nothing new We thought about you yesterday And days before that to We think of you in silence We often speak your name All we have are…
Dennis Bannister
DENNIS BANNISTER Thanks to all family, friends and work colleagues for their love, support and condolences, Fr Gerard Kelly, the SVP, organist and singers at Our Lady of Lourdes RC Church. All who attended the funeral mass and crematorium. Howarth's…
Maureen Pearson (Nee Hartigan)
MAUREEN PEARSON Nee HARTIGAN May 22nd 1933 - February 20th 2013. Birthday wishes of my much loved mum and best friend. Beautiful birthday memories dearer than gold, Of a mum's whose worth can never be told, There's a place in my heart no one can fill, I…

21st May 2019