IN response to a recent letter (Your Views BEN October 18 -'What Next - Easter?'), just a quick note to explain our Christmas display operation to your readers! Goods arrive from around the world from early July, and all have to be individually priced
LOTS of people are talking about cannabis and whether it should be legalised or not. How does society make up its mind? Is Ann Widdecombe right on zero tolerance on drugs, and also those who support her position? Well I suppose that depends on the sort
CHORLEY shopkeepers are being warned to stay within the law regarding firework sales. Following the tragic death of 18-year-old Paul Ridge in Burnley last week, trading standards have said they will be making sure laws governing sale and storage of fireworks
WATER fabulous effort! A Chorley-based power boat team is over the moon after breaking its own world water speed record. Miss Windermere VI -- designed, built and raced by the team -- reached an average speed of 149.16mph to create the new record! Designed
A BOLTON mother-of-two underwent surgery today after she was shot in the neck on her way home from a Robbie Williams concert. Michelle George, from Breightmet, received a deep wound in the nape of her neck after the gunman opened fire at close range from
SWINDON Town are demanding big compensation from Derby County after Colin Todd's shock decision to quit the County Ground. The former Wanderers' boss resigned on Tuesday night, just 140 days into a four-year contract, to join the Rams as assistant to
Bolton Wanderers Reserves 0, Oldham Athletic Reserves 3 WANDERERS Reserves found things difficult against Oldham Athletic at a wet and windy Hilton Park last night. The visitors secured the points with three well taken goals and even had the luxury of
ONE of Bolton Wanderers' oldest fans can rattle off the club's 1923 FA Cup winning team -- but admits he struggles when it comes to today's team. But yesterday, John Mellor, from Horwich, became fully acquainted with the club's current set up. The great-grandfather
YOU don't have to have a particularly healthy bank balance to enjoy a healthy diet. For example, for the price of a packet of cigarettes (£4), you can rustle up a nutritious Lamb Tikka for two in less than 15 minutes. And that's cheaper and more nutritious
Haresfinch 18 Adlington Rangers 46 ADLINGTON Rangers were away on Saturday at Haresfinch, St Helens. They started well and had Finch back peddling right from the whistle. With some really crisp cross-field passing out to the winger who was tackled short
A NATIONWIDE study claims profits may be suffering in companies where bosses have little idea about their employees' needs or points of view. The research, carried out on behalf of Investors in People UK, shows that the new age of communications is yet
BOLTON South East MP Brian Iddon presented the certificate when a Bolton company achieved the ISO9001 quality standard. Dr Iddon visited the British Turntable Co in Emblem Street and Carlton Street after hearing about the successful manufacture and installation
FIVE people have been arrested following thefts of signposts taken from a popular country walk in Bury. The signposts, believed to be made of brass, showed directions along the popular lrwell Valley Trail which takes in scenic walks through Radcliffe,
A BOLTON student showed he was game for a laugh after he was set up on TV in front of millions of viewers. Chris Reddy, 18, of Alexander Road, Tonge Moor, was the subject of a wind up when he appeared on the Channel Four show-biz show The Priory. He was
TOM Bidwell was 14 when he was diagnosed with cancer.Yesterday he was praised as a shining ambassador for fellow sufferers. Now 16, Tom received a standing ovation from fellow cancer research fund-raisers for his remarkable efforts in raising vital donations
WANDERERS' are hoping to cash in on the misfortunes of others as they bid to get back among the Division One pacemakers. Two home games in four days against struggling London clubs - Crystal Palace and QPR - offer the prospect of a much-needed six-point
CHORLEY'S very own 'Brothers Grim' are shockingly good at making a Guy -- so much so that our Citizen photographer John Ellis just had to take their picture! GOOD GUYS: Chorley brothers Paul and Cameron Norris from Gillibrand CP School.
THE Fairy hot air balloon will be guest of honour at the Asda Roadshow, Clayton Green Centre, this Sunday, October 29. The giant 80ft high balloon features the Bizzie baby that has appeared on Fairy products since 1932. It will fly in the morning and,
ARE you the type of person who used to keep scrapbooks as a child? Well, there's one Chorley-based woman who has turned her fascination in to a thriving business opportunity. For Jan Banner, of Blackbook Road, Heapey, is the only person in the North West
A SPECIAL open day takes place next week to help show people from ethnic minority backgrounds just how a local hospice can cater for their needs. Bosses at St Catherine's -- which cares for patients from Chorley, Preston and South Ribble -- have written
STAY calm and don't panic ... that's the message beleaguered Bury boss Andy Preece has sent to his players. Preece has seen his squad lose four games on the trot and is feeling the pressure for the first time since he took over the Gigg Lane hotseat last
LOCAL MP Ivan Lewis has called on MPs and others not to whip up violence between Muslims and Jews in Britain on the back of new clashes in Palestine. The Bury South Labour backbencher spoke of his "great sense of sadness" at the new fighting between Israeli
ONE of Bolton Wanderers' oldest fans can rattle off the club's 1923 FA Cup winning team -- but admits he struggles when it comes to today's team. But yesterday, John Mellor, from Horwich, became fully acquainted with the club's current set up. The great-grandfather
A LORRY driver accused of battering and strangling a 15-year-old schoolgirl five years ago claimed he was in Bolton looking for sex from prostitutes on the night of her death. Darren Ashurst denied taking Louise Sellars to a lovers lane in Wigan, wrapping
WITH Bonfire Night fast approaching, many Bolton people will be planning a fun-packed fireworks party. But don't forget your pets. It's a warning put out every year yet still some folk forget to make sure their pets are safe. Experts are urging everyone
LAMPSHADES, dummies and even a whole corn on the cob have been on the menu for dogs seen by vets. The PDSA reports that there is no end to the range of bits and pieces dogs especially have been known to chew, eat and swallow. And there is no answer to
A MUM from Leigh has helped to get a rude poster for bra and knickers banned. Christine Duxbury, aged 47, of Shelley Street, Leigh, was one of scores of complainants about the £1million campaign for the Satin range. As reported in the BEN, Mrs Duxbury
A BOLTON multiple sclerosis sufferer had to cling to a handrail to save his life when a sliding door suddenly opened on an overcrowded train. David Bird, aged 51, lost his balance in the packed train carriage and fell against the train door -- which opened
WHAT arrogance for Michael Williams to suggest Catholics put pressure on the Pope, in order to make the Pope think in the way Michael Williams thinks! (BEN, Oct 23). I would remind the Vicar of Bolton that good Catholics don't ring the Pope up to disagree
IF you have ever wanted to try parachute jumping, here is your chance. The British Lung Foundation is looking for hundreds of adventurous volunteers from all over England to make a daring parachute jump and, if you raise the minimum amount of sponsorship
I TRAVEL on the B9 Stagecoach bus from Little Lever to New Bury six days a week. It is the ONLY bus from Little Lever to Farnworth, and then on to the hospital. It only runs every hour, so it is usually quite full. Two weeks ago we were told by the drivers
Here in Bolton on a wet windy night, With cowboys and indians galloping round, Boris Karloff gave us such a fright. A Yank in the RAF, Tyrone Power at his best, Betty Grable with legs and blonde curls, I realised then that me and my mates, We were different
I WHOLEHEARTEDLY agree with your correspondent Andy Grade, when he states that we should not attempt to 'make a joke' out of drug use (Your Views, Thursday, October, 19). I am sorry that he has perhaps misconstrued my recent confession to having twice
MY letter on the recent fuel crisis appeared in the BEN on the October 6. Two days after it was published I was warned by a friend who is in the Bolton Labour Party that some councillors were greatly incensed by what I had written. Since then a flood
CHORLEY'S local arts scene is thriving and expanding so much so that the Chorley and District Arts Association are announcing drastic changes to their way of operating after 25 years of promoting arts in the borough. New plans will be announced at the
A CONTROVERSIAL new ride looked set to get rolling this week as bosses at Camelot tried to stop the decline in visitors. The theme park wants to replace its existing 12-year-old Tower of Terror Ride with a new thriller called Vertigo this winter. Visitors
AS HALLOWE'EN approaches hundreds of Chorley youngsters will take to the streets 'trick or treat-ing' and dressing up in frightening face-masks and creepy costumes. Yet, the original Pagan and Christian festivals of yesteryear have come to represent something
WE'RE a region of bag lovers! North West shoppers use more than 920 million carrier bags every year -- enough to cover Manchester more than twice! According to reserach from the Department of Environment, Transport and Regions' 'are you doing your bit
THIS furry, friendly little teddy not only makes a lovely gift this Christmas but also ensures a donation to the ChildLine charity. He sports a smart logoed pullover, and can be bought for £10 with any purchase of £25 or more spent on Ralph Lauren fragrances
PRACTICAL presents don't need to be boring. Take a look at this new and pretty range of bathtime companions for children from Christy. Woodland Walk is the name of it, cutely echoed in the squirrels and shapes on this set. Cynthia Squirrel, Barbara Badger
START Christmas-shopping early . . . by buying that killer outfit before the stores run out. If you wait to buy something stunning for your festive nights-out, it's a safe bet that two things will happen. You see a fabulous outfit but they've only got
TIME is kind, isn't it? And you quickly forget the mind-blowing detail of creating a children's party. Not that mine are tiny any more, but when Charlotte said that she didn't want an "expensive sort of 21st birthday bash" but a children's party, I was
CHORLEY pupil Stephanie Grimshaw has been selected to represent the under-15 Lancashire Hockey Squad. Stephanie, 14, a Y10 pupil at Southlands High School, was chosen from more than 60 finalists to represent her county in forthcoming competitions and
DIDDYBOX of Bolton -- based in Belmont Road -- has joined the national Flowers for Business programme. Managing Partner Kath While said: "To qualify as a member you have to undergo rigorous training to make your business more professional in every aspect
CONSULTANT orthopaedic surgeon Rodney Phillips is to face trial at Manchester Crown Court accused of sexually assaulting nine female patients over a period of 24 years. Dr Phillips, aged 62, of Old Hall Lane, Whitefield, was charged with 16 counts of
A LEADING cancer specialist launched a blistering attack on the Government for failing to ban tobacco advertising. And Professor Gordon McVie also branded actress Liz Hurley and supermodel Kate Moss "disgusting" for continuing to promote smoking while
EDDIE Crawford, from Belmont, has kindly donated a bench to the grounds of St Peter's Church, Belmont. The church recently celebrated its 150th anniversary and Eddie thought he would commemorate this by placing a bench on the pathway leading to the church
THE Bolton Evening News has scooped a prestigious media award for its work in the fight to beat cancer. The newspaper was yesterday awarded the prize of Media Supporter of the Year at the Cancer Research Campaign's north west annual conference and prize
YOUNGSTERS from Anderton CP School gave one of their favourite teachers a tearful send off last Friday. Frank Stec retired after 26 years of service, with children bringing in presents on his last day. Pictured with Frank Stec are pupils James Dugdale
CHORLEY trooper Martin McMullan has just completed his final training in London to become a coveted member of the Blues and Royals. Martin, 17, a former pupil at St Michaels C of E school in Chorley, recently finished his phase one training at Pirbright
LEIGH Centurions' main shirt sponsor for next season will be local firm, Leighton Packaging, writes Mike Hulme. Owned by lifelong Leigh fan and LISA committeeman Phil Coffey, Leighton Packaging will have their company name on the front of the Centurions
A TEENAGE Bolton goalkeeper has been handed the chance of a lifetime by Premiership giants Manchester City. Radcliffe Boro keeper Danny Hurst is currently having a trial spell at Maine Road and he is determined to prove he has what it takes to make it
YOUNG members of the 7th Bolton Cubs were pictured in 1972 before leaving their headquarters on Seymour Road, Astley Bridge, for a weekend camp at Littledale, north Lancashire.
25 YEARS AGO From the Evening News, October 25, 1975 BOLTON gentlemen still prefer blondes, a snap survey in the town centre has revealed. And they delivered a wigging to a leading London hairdresser whose survey found that single men get hot under the
A WARNING has gone out after a disabled widow was left trapped in a 12 month electricity bill nightmare following the death of her husband. Shocked Dorothy Maddock, aged 70, was bombarded with a series of bills from THREE different suppliers in the same
A 33-year-old cyclist was fighting for his life today after he was catapulted from his bike after being hit by a car in Bolton. Andrew Stuchbury, of Hartley Street, Horwich, was struck from behind on Chorley New Road by a blue Ford Fiesta which failed
WE'VE had a letter from Lenny the budgie -- honest! -- who tells us his owner, Hannah Worsley, from Halliwell, would be completely lost without him. Lenny is one of the brightest budgies we know and often helps nine-year-old Hannah when she's filling
BOLTON College governors have appointed a new principal after months of uncertainty. Alison Bowes will take over from caretaker principal Dr David Collins at the end of the year. The college was hit by problems following a damning report by inspectors
THIS week's question is about tortoises, a pet that we don't see around quite so much these days. Interest in reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates seems to be growing, especially in youngsters looking for a more unusual pet. They can be very attractive
SALVATION Army workers are marching into battle to save a hall in Tyldesley. London-based leaders want the 112-year-old Tyldesley corps to amalgamate with Atherton. This would mean funds can be devoted to helping the needy rather than repairing the hall
OLDER people in Bolton see themselves as a burden, a unique survey has revealed. A 'positive image' group set up as part of a council-led project to improve the lot of the over-50s discovered that many saw themselves in a negative light. Workshops with
A TEENAGER was so traumatised after a sex attack on a plane flight she hid the truth from her family for two years. Kelly Morris, aged 18, is sueing KLM airline for damages after she was attacked in 1998 while returning from the holiday of a lifetime
