AS a responsible dog owner, I am in favour of fines for people who allow their pets to foul pavements/public areas. Yesterday I was witness to an animal fouling the pavement an area of at least 2 metres by 30 cms. The owner was totally unconcerned and
WE were privileged to accompany the Smithills School and Bolton Sixth Form College Senior Brass Band on their tour of West Virginia, USA, between July 11 and 16. The pupils and students were wonderful ambassadors for Bolton, and their seven performances
I WAS horrified yesterday when I and my friends visited Bolton, as we do at least once a week to leisurely shop in your town, as we find it much nicer to shop in Bolton than Blackpool. As usual, we called in at the Market Place shopping centre, which
THE eminent Professor Robert Pickard, director general of the British Nutrition Foundation, has gone public with the important information that red meat is essential for health and keeps us in the pink. When you're such a busy man, running a body that
THE terrifying statistics that 20 per cent of patients died in the Royal Bolton Hospital within 30 days of emergency admission, following a heart attack, during 1998-99, was enough to heap even more problems on our overstretched hospital. On top of this
TOMORROW is a vital decision day for nine-year-old Emma Standish, struck down by a lightning illness, who will find out if she needs a new heart. Emma undergoes medical tests to decide whether she needs life-saving surgery. The youngster fell ill five
Ricardo Gardner, sporting a new blond hair style, and Franck Passi sign autographs for young American soccer players at the Wanderers training base in Indianapolis.
SAM Allardyce is not happy about Mark Fish missing the pre-season tour in America. The South African, who also didn't go on the Denmark tour with the side in the aftermath of his failed transfer to Charlton, was due to fly out with the team. But he had
FOR a state that has more than 100,000 kids on its football register, playing regular, well organised competitions with the benefit of facilities that next year will host the national youth championships, Indiana hasn't exactly been buzzing with news
INTREPID young explorers -- or just kids who wanna have fun -- will love a new range of flasks and sports bottles especially for them. Appropriately named Kids on the Go is a funky new brand of ideas for our little movers and shakers to have drinks with
STAR-STRUCK HOLIDAYS CHOOSING a holiday? Bet you thought it was all to do with hitting on just the right spot by chance? Wrong. According to a top astrologer called Ruth the Truth, your correct holiday choice is written in the stars. Direct Holidays asked
THE plight of pensioner Christopher Brett who faces a 60-month wait to see a consultant about cataracts on his eyes has inspired a big response from other Bolton patients. Bolton North East MP David Crausby even raised the case of 74-year-old Mr Brett
A MAN was fighting for his life in hospital today after being involved in a hit-and-run accident with a stolen car. John Crompton, aged 47, of Walshaw Road, Bury, suffered serious head, neck and chest injuries in the accident last night in Leigh Lane,
The meeting is open to the public and it will deal with issues in the Farnworth, Kearsley, Harper Green and Little Lever areas. There are six meetings being held all over the borough in the next few weeks as part of the council's bid to give more "power
PLANS to close or merge Little Hulton's two secondary schools will be discussed at a special meeting tonight. The event precedes public meetings with education bosses next week. The Salford Secondary School Review earmarked Little Hulton Community and
Going nowhere: buses outside Bolton's Crook Street garage BOLTON bus passengers faced a travel nightmare again today when drivers from two companies went on strike. The walk-out by Stagecoach Ribble and First Manchester employees meant none of their bus
To get right to the point, this is probably the best band I've heard this year! And do you know why? Because they exude enthusiasm! Yeh, enthusiasm, a state of mind that seems to be missing from the majority of cynical bands I've seen this year. Checkmate
ADLINGTON are determined to push Walshaw all the way in the championship race. They are in second place 27 points adrift after picking up a commanding six wicket win at Spring View following an unbeaten stand between Mike Rawlings and opener Mark Halliwell
IN the weekend 'Restaurant' League, with just four games remaining, three teams are vying for the major honours. Nic Frattafi's strong Isis team hold a slender one point lead over the young team from Ligia's, while capable of spoiling the current scenario
WALSHAW'S seemingly unstoppable march to a second successive title continued with a crushing seven wicket win at Lostock. But the highlights of the day's play were to be found elsewhere as for once cricket revelled in the run. Bowling performance of the
Leigh Centurions 18, Oldham 10 BRING on the Rams - Leigh can't wait to get to grips with them again in Saturday's NFP Grand Final. With three wins out of four meetings already this season, the Centurions are quite rightly brimming with confidence and
THE men's singles final in the BSF Tennis Championships produced a hard-hitting baseline encounter between Nick Hinnighan and Jonathon Davies. Drop shots, net volleys and lobs were few and far between, as were the mistakes in the first two sets, which
FOUR of Sam Allardyce's summer signings - Per Frandsen, Michael Ricketts, Simon Charlton and Leam Richardson - are expected to go on parade when Wanderers take on local side Indiana Blast in the first game of their US tour in Indianapolis tomorrow night
25 YEARS AGO BUS users were today fighting an application for an average 29 per cent fare rise by Greater Manchester Transport. If it goes through, this will be the third large rise in 12 months. MPs voted last night for their controversial pay rise,
ANYONE who fancies a slap-up meal at the same time as raising money is urged to attend a special Bolton Businessman's Lunch. The meal will be held at the Posthouse Hotel in Beaumont Road, Lostock, and all proceeds go towards helping two-year-old Nathan
PART of Blackrod became a winter wonderland as the rest of Bolton enjoyed hot summer sunshine. A blanket of snow brought a distinctly chilly feel to July as staff and customers at The Poacher pub welcomed Santa Claus to town. Landlord Ian Bonar put up
Jennie Smith, the balloon seller - several more pictures can be seen in today's print version of the Bolton Evening News COMMUNITY spirit was out in force for Egerton and Eagley Heritage Society's first ever Victorian Fun Day. Hundreds of people turned
EVERYONE is horrified when a young life is taken by a despairingly simple drowning accident in a garden pond. It is not just the tragic waste but the shock that something as ordinary and pleasureable as a domestic pond should claim the life of a much-loved
JUST who was the skeleton archaeologists dug up at Bolton's premier tourist attraction at the weekend? Baffled boffins studied ancient artifacts as they worked under the blazing sun...at Smithills Hall. The unique event was part of a mock-up excavation
KEEN "green champions" have been honoured for their commitment to improving Bolton's environment. Bolton's Mayor Cllr Alan Wilkinson presented the certificates at the Civic Pride Awards ceremony sponsored by the Bolton Evening News. The ceremony took
Mr Tom Penman (Your Views, July 17) is entitled to his opinion, but how dare he insult the Queen Mother by using her birthday to promote the memory of Diana. The Queen Mum is a woman of dignity and courage, loyal to the nation and her husband. Neither
WRITE in response to the editor's note to the Council Tax letter 'Defaulters Should Not Be Humiliated', BEN, July 17, stating that "it is in the public interest to do so." Well I may be on my own here, but I find it about as interesting as my next door
SOME people fear tomorrow because they are sure that it can only bring more of today. The lonely person may fear that tomorrow will only bring more loneliness. Those who are sick may fear that tomorrow will simply bring more pain. When I worked in engineering
A YEAR ago I was elected as the first Liberal Democrat MEP for the North West of England. Since then I have learnt a lot about how the European Union works in practice, and, as a legislator, I have had more opportunity and success in amending (and I hope
WANDERERS will face Macclesfield Town in the first round of the Worthington Cup. The Reebok men, who reached the semi-final last season, were drawn against the Third Division side today and will play the first leg at home. Bury take on Crewe with the
WANDERERS boss Sam Allardyce admitted from America today that the present squad is not big enough and revealed more new signings were targetted. And although the cheque book might be locked away Allardyce knows he needs more players if Wanderers are to
2. Where did Bolton sign Jason McAteer from. 3. What steelworks was advertised on the Great Lever End roof. 4. Where did John McGinlay start his football career. 5. Phil Brown started his career at Hartlepool, what is Hartlepool famous for hanging. 6.
FASHION-AID THE fashion industry has a track record now for helping charity -- especially Breakthrough Breast Cancer. And this lovely scarf could well boost important research funds even further. It's made from silk chiffon by Country Casuals and costs
SALADS GET A ROCKET SALADS can get sad as we get further into summer eating. But, there are plenty of quick ways to cheer up a salad -- and yourselves -- for a really tasty, light meal. Try this nice idea which mingles peppery rocket leaves with a mixed
BARBECUES can be memorable social occasions at this time of the year. But, it's worth keeping in mind a few "rules" to ensure that your "barbie" is remembered for all the right reasons. This particular advice comes from those clever people at Original
A REGIONAL organisation has warned the government that adopting the euro will lead to extra costs for businesses and force up prices. Mr Don Greenhalgh, chairman of Blackrod-based construction company Allen plc, is co-chairman of Business for Sterling
NORTH-WEST aerospace companies hope to share in a £50 million new business boost at the Farnborough International Air Show this week. More than 50 manufacturers and suppliers have united under the North West Aerospace Alliance banner for the region's
UNITED Utilities, the company which includes Norweb and North West Water, has won a prestigious national award which recognises commitment to social and environmental responsibilities. It beat finalists Camelot and the British Airports Authority to take
A BLOOD donor session will be held at Horwich Leisure Centre on Monday, July 31 from 1.30pm to 3.30pm and from 5.30pm to 7.30pm.
EDUCATION watchdog, OFSTED, will take on a new role of monitoring childcare standards. The move will affect thousands of families and employees across the North West. The new role of OFSTED is to increase the availability and make childcare more affordable
METROLINK has opened in Eccles town centre. The arrival of the new tram system will continue the on-going development of the area. Trams will run throughout the day, seven days a week, and provide passenger transport to Salford Quays and Manchester City
DETECTIVES are investigating a vicious attack on a pensioner who was punched about the head and body during a robbery at the weekend. The Prestwich man confronted a stranger who was hiding beneath a window at the rear of his house in Scholes Lane. The
FOUR of Sam Allardyce's summer signings - Per Frandsen, Michael Ricketts, Simon Charlton and Leam Richardson - are expected to go on parade when Wanderers take on local side Indiana Blast in the first game of their US tour in Indianapolis tomorrow night
MICK Martin hit a last ball four to clinch a thriller for Little Lever at Heaton. Chasing the home side's 200-7 Little Lever needed two off the last ball to win the game and Martin duly obliged with his boundary. Earlier the foundations had been set by
DAISY Hill picked up their sixth win eight games after piling on the agony for Darcy Lever. For one reason or another Darcy just cannot score runs, in fact reaching three figures these days is cause for some celebration at Hacken Lane. On Saturday they
TONGE'S last flickering hopes of landing the championship for a fifth time were extinguished by a Phil Ingram hat-trick and a poor batting display, Yet the champions made a terrific start claiming the first three wickets for 24. That however, became 92
MANCHESTER League champions Stand Athletic had a rude introduction to the Goldline Trophy in association with the Bolton Evening News when they slumped to a 4-3 defeat at the hands of West Lancs League side Turton. The villager's star striker Phil Hutchinson
LANCASHIRE used to be known as one-day wizards, but Championship chumps. At the moment, the roles are reversed. They battled to another vital Championship win over Durham at Old Trafford on Saturday, with Gary Keedy's 10 wickets in the match keeping them
SAM Allardyce is not happy about Mark Fish missing the pre-season tour in America. The South African, who also didn't go on the Denmark tour with the side in the aftermath of his failed transfer to Charlton, was due to fly out with the team. But he had
THE wood panelling, leather sofas and marble floors of the reception rooms and lounges give the Indianapolis Athletic Club the feel of a real, old-fashioned gentleman's club. But there's nothing stuffy about Wanderers' base in the heart of this Midwest
WANDERERS boss Sam Allardyce admitted from America today that the present squad is not big enough and revealed more new signings were targetted. And although the cheque book might be locked away Allardyce knows he needs more players if Wanderers are to
EAST LANCASHIRE RAILWAY, Bury. For more information ring 0161-764 7790. TATE GALLERY, Albert Dock, Liverpool. Ring 0151 702 7400 WHITWORTH ART GALLERY, The University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester. The Times of Our Lives. A stunning series of
PALACE NIGHTCLUB, Blackpool. Search for the next generation of disco superstars with Talent 2000. Singers, lookalikes, tribute acts, speciality acts, boy and girl groups, dance troupes, disco bands and DJs take their turn on the stage every Thursday night
VARIOUS BOLTON PARKS, Sounds on Sunday Brass Band Concerts. All bands will play between 2pm and 4pm. Admission free. Sunday July 30, Eaton's Farnworth Band will play in Central Park, Farnworth. Sunday August 13, Tottington Band will play in Moss Bank
LEISURE, SPORT, KEEP FIT COCA Cola Netball Skills, New Bury Community Centre, Buckley Lane, Farnworth, 1pm-3pm. Tel: 365034. TIME to play cricket skills, Heywood Adventure Playword Recreational Zone, High Street, 1pm-3pm. TeL: 365034. COCA Cola FA Soccer
ARC GALLERY STORE, Oldham Street, Manchester. Mon to Sat 10am to 6pm. Sun noon to 5pm. Adm free. You Looking At Me, exhibition by Tom Hackney, runs to August 6. Ring 0161 831 7454. ASTLEY CHEETHAM ART GALLERY, Trinity Street, Stalybridge. Open Mon to
CAMPAIGNERS took to the streets of Bolton town centre in a bid to focus attention on the plight of the world's poorest nations. A human chain made up of about 100 people stood along the pavement in Knowsley Street yesterday in a public show of strength
CHEEKY-faced Daniel Gibson stole the hearts of BEN readers with his angelic smile -- and won his family a holiday in Portugal. But the St Peter's Primary School youngster was more interested in a shiny trophy handed to him by Bolton Evening Managing Director
Pictured at the unveiling of the new pedestrian crossing at Lea Gate, Harwood, are Cllr Guy Harkin, Cllr Tony Osborn, Senior Road Safety Officer Trevor Higson and Mrs Margaret Robson VISUALLY impaired people living in Harwood can now use "the crossing
Jennie Smith, the balloon seller - several more pictures can be seen in today's print version of the Bolton Evening News COMMUNITY spirit was out in force for Egerton and Eagley Heritage Society's first ever Victorian Fun Day. Hundreds of people turned
THE parents of a toddler who nearly died after falling into a pond have spoken for the first time of their horror at seeing their son drowning in the water. Geoff and Sue Belcher relived the moment they saw 18-month-old Nik floating face up at the family
