Archive - Saturday, 17 November 2018

Maxine Peake Q&A on Funny Cow film
BOLTON actor Maxine Peake will be in conversation with her audience at a special screening of her film Funny Cow.
REGIONAL: NHS trust apologises after patient dies at Royal Blackburn Hospital
AN NHS trust has apologised to the family of a patient who died in hospital.
Fly-tipping was a causing a flap back in 1988
FLY-TIPPING clearly is not a recent phenomenon. Back in August, 1988 Robin Smith was furious that an illegal tip sprang up near his home in Tippinges Road, Astley Bridge. The council claimed it was concerned and called on residents to take down number…
Mince pie Yorkshire puddings on sale at Bolton pub
YOU'VE heard of giant Yorkshire puddings filled with roast dinner and Yorkshire pudding wraps.
Reporter Tom goes back to school to try nation's favourite school dinner
TO mark National School Meals Week, pupils at a Bolton primary school tried out the nation’s favourite school meal.
Tasty Christmas afternoon tea picnic benches unveiled
The Old Bank Café in Astley Bridge is launching a Christmas edition of their Afternoon Tea picnic bench.
Top 10 bargain Christmas market breaks for UK travellers
Everyone loves a Christmas break but one European city has been named best value for UK travellers embarking on a European Christmas market break.
Man and woman arrested on Victory Street
A MAN and a woman have been arrested following an early morning incident on Victory Street, Bolton.
Town hall lit up in dazzling display of light
BOLTON Town Hall was illuminated in a dazzling display of light this evening.
Dr Wirin Bhatiani: Lifestyle is vital to our health
I MAKE no apologies this week in continuing to talk about how the lifestyle we all adopt can have a direct impact on our health and wellbeing.
Children's say in shaping the future of Greater Manchester
SCHOOLCHILDREN had the chance to impact the way Greater Manchester's political machine works.
The best Christmas markets to get into the festive spirit
It's the most wonderful time of the year and there is plenty on offer around the region.
The life and times of Mickey Mouse
TO celebrate his anniversary, Luke Rix-Standing takes a look at the life and times of Mickey Mouse, one of the world's first fictional superstars.
Benidorm Live - it's going to be one big party say stars Kenneth and Joyce
SHERRIE Hewson and Tony Maudsley can hardly contain their excitement at the thought of bringing one of the most popular TV shows to the stage for the first time.
Town centre road shut amid collapse fears
A MAJOR town centre road has been shut amid fears that a manhole might collapse.
LOOKING BACK: Inside Bolton's first superstore
In 1970 a modern and exciting new shopping development was about to open in Astley Bridge.
LETTER: Not a fan but I admire Theresa May's courage
I AM not a big fan of of Theresa May, but I do admire her courage.
Give the gift of Christmas - toy appeal launched for Bolton’s needy families
MOST children have written their lists and can’t wait to see what is under the tree on Christmas Day. But it will be a day of dread for those who face getting nothing. Neil Brandwood reports
Stable and riding arena approved in village
A LANDOWNER in a moorland village has been granted permission to build a new stable block and riding arena after promising to restore its distinctive ecological character.
Handmade vintage market coming to Bromley Cross this weekend
VISITORS to Bromley Cross are invited to step back in time for a retro market this weekend.
Homes selling fast on new development
HOMES are selling fast on a new Walkden development, with only a few remaining.
Parkinson to hit Whites' reset button this weekend
WANDERERS will attempt to press the reset button on their stuttering season with a weekend’s break from the training ground.