Archive - Friday, 21 February 2020

Bolton Wanderers news LIVE: MK Dons preview, Darcy contract and travel sickness
- Hill update on Ronan Darcy's contract situation - The latest on Ali Crawford's comeback - Stats that paint a bleak picture of Wanderers' away-days - Previewing tomorrow's trip to Stadium MK
DEREK JAMES WALSH
DEREK JAMES WALSH Pamela, Alison and the family of the late Derek would like to thank, most sincerely, family and friends for their kindness, letters, cards of condolence and donations for Marie Curie and Bolton Masonic Hall received during their sad…
Joan Jones
JOAN JONES On 13th February 2020, peacefully at home, Joan aged 88 years. Much loved wife of the late Wilfred, loving mum of Kathryn and Claire and mother-in-law to Martin and Robert and a much loved grandma to Andrea and Christopher. The funeral…
MARJORIE LEACH
MARJORIE LEACH On 10 February 2020 in hospital and of Bolton formerly of the USA, aged 79 years. The funeral service will be at Radcliffe Crematorium on Thursday February 27 at 3.30.pm. Family flowers only please donations (cheques only) to Bolton…
IRIS BRIGGS
IRIS BRIGGS On 17th February 2020, peacefully, Iris aged 88 years. The dearly loved wife of the late Leslie (Les), cherished mum of Lesley, David and mother-in-law to Kathryn, well loved gran of Karl, Kevin, Sam and Joe, great gran of George and Alfie,…
FREDERICK PARSONS
FREDERICK PARSONS Peacefully on 13th February 2020 in Astley Grange Care Home, aged 90 years. Beloved husband of Dorothy. Much loved father of Rosemary, Jill, Lawrence and Janice. Loved father-in-law of Sam, Paul, Pauline and the late Stephen. Cherished…
Winifred Leadbeater
WINIFRED LEADBEATER On 14th February 2020, fortified by the Rites of the Church, Winifred (née Forkin) aged 98 years. The very dearly-loved wife of the late William and a loving and beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Requiem Mass will…
FRANK WINTER
FRANK WINTER On 7th February 2020, aged 77 years, Frank sadly passed away. A beloved husband & soul mate to the late Lyn, father of Steven, Julie & Debbie. Grandfather, great grandfather, brother and uncle. A good friend to Chris, Wendy and Lee…
Mother wept as she told kids their presents had been stolen on Christmas Eve
A DEVASTATED mum had to tell her children Christmas was cancelled — after a heartless thief broke into their home and stole their presents.
Anger as multiple York stone thefts reported across Horwich
Horwich residents have been left flabbergasted after expensive flagstones from several paths were stolen.
Pensioner crashed into fire station after blood clot travelled to lungs
A pensioner crashed into a fire station after losing control of her car when a blood clot travelled to her lungs.
Flood-hit residents 'take matters into own hands' to build defences
RESIDENTS whose homes were flooded during Storm Ciara have decided to take matters into their own hands to safeguard their neighbourhood.
Dad, 35, found hanged after row over drug money
A TROUBLED dad who was addicted to crack cocaine and “spice” hanged himself in his living room after an argument over drug money.
Severe wind warning in place as 40mph gusts to hit this weekend
FORECASTERS have released a severe weather warning as strong winds are set to batter the region.
Woman dies following horror crash
A woman has died following a crash on the Grane Road.
REVEALED: The average cost of a home in Bolton has gone up £5,000
PROSPECTIVE new homeowners in Bolton are facing a £5,000 increase in the average cost of properties compared to last year.
Some lights outside Bolton train station are set to be replaced – but not all
LIGHTS along the pedestrian walkway outside Bolton train station will shine bright again, Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has said.
Tesco Clubcard users can DOUBLE their points by using their phone - here's how
YOU can double your Tesco Clubcard points on every shop until March 1.
Really Wild Adventures for all the family
Families have been having fun in nature this half term.
Woman who stole £780,000 from firm ordered to pay back £1
AN administration assistant who stole more than £780,000 from a plastics firm and spent it on luxury holidays, cars and handbags has been told she will only have to pay back £1.
Apprentice star speaks to Bolton youngsters about a career in business
SCHOOL children swapped the classroom for the boardroom as they met a star of the hit BBC show The Apprentice.
Police want to speak to this man after the 'horrific' rape of a young woman
POLICE have released a picture of man they want to speak to in connection with the rape of a 26-year-old woman.
Bolton to get new £75k grant to help tackle domestic abuse
THE government has given a grant of more than £75,000 to provide more safe accommodation and support in Bolton borough for women fleeing domestic abuse.
Think you could be Bolton's Next Top Model? Here's how to apply
ASPIRING fashionistas are being invited to try out for Bolton's Next Top Model.
"I'd love him to commit" - Keith Hill gives Ronan Darcy contract update
KEITH Hill is “confident” that Ronan Darcy will sign a professional contract to stay with Bolton Wanderers beyond the summer.
Travel sick: The stat that shows Bolton Wanderers' away day woes
SEARCHING for a cure to travel sickness seems to have been a preoccupation of Bolton Wanderers managers since time immemorial.
MK Dons keeper warns Wanderers: "We're a totally different team"
LEE Nicholls believes MK Dons are these days a more stable prospect than the side beaten at the UniBol in November.
Hill cautious over Ali Crawford injury comeback at Wanderers
THE joy of having playmaker Ali Crawford back in the ranks has been tempered by the need not to rush him too quickly into the team, admits Keith Hill.
RSPCA charity push at Bolton Pets at Home stores for animal lovers
THE RSPCA is working with Pets at Home to raise money for the charity and to meet fellow animal lovers across the UK.
Homes lose more heat than those in Europe
Homes in the UK lose heat three times faster than those in Germany.
MK Dons v Bolton likely line-ups, the referee, odds and all you need to know
Bolton head to MK Dons searching for a much-needed return to form and hoping to complete the double over their hosts.
Alright or Barry Knight? The Buff wraps up UniBol debate
THE latest instalment of our Wanderers podcast The Buff features a debate about whether the Whites made the correct decision to keep the UniBol top tiers open.
Specialist cutting tool brought in to help upgrade Trinity Street bridge
A SIX ton girder was hoisted into the air as part of major work to refurbish the Trinity Street bridge in Bolton in 1968.
Beth Hart delivers a truly mesmerising performance at Bridgewater Hall
BETH HART
British stars into semi-finals as Bolton hosts world-class tennis
BRITISH stars Jordanne Whiley, Gordon Reid and Andy Lapthorne are in singles semi-final action today at the Bolton Indoor Wheelchair Tennis Tournament as the trio lead the home country’s hopes of title success in tomorrow’s finals at Bolton Arena.
Spotted a weird Samsung notification? This is what it is...
Samsung has apologised after a mystery notification linked to its Find My Mobile service appeared on devices around the world.

20th February 2020