A BISCUIT tin full of letters from a wife to her soldier husband throughout the Second World War has been found at a house in Whitefield. Nicky Hypolite, from Avondale Road, discovered the box in the attic. Rather than discard it, the letters, dating
HAVING heard all about the Tigers' magnificent fightback against Quins, and fearing the same this Saturday, Exeter made an audacious offer to Sedgley right wing Jon Feeley to turn full-time with them. However, the flying Yorkshireman turned them down
A £30 million revamp of Bolton Market Hall has been put on hold, sparking fears about the future of the historic town centre building it was revealed on Friday. Gareth Tidman exclusively reported: The developer, Agora Shopping Centres, has revealed it
THE case against a Prestwich woman accused of making a nuisance call to the police has been withdrawn by magistrates at Rochdale. Nichola Anderson (37), of Park Street, had been charged with causing wasteful employment of police time by making a false
POLICE say they have been inundated with calls from the public as the search continues to find a Whitefield man who went missing in Tenerife four months ago. However, officers say they are still no nearer finding Karl Smith who contacted his mother in
THE relaunch of a residents association in Prestwich has got off to a flying start. Dashwood Road resident Darrell Johnson organised a special meeting of Prestwich Village Residents Association (PVRA) and invited everyone living in the vicinity of Bury
YOUTHS are being blamed for setting fire to a disused clothes store in Whitefield. Five fire teams were called out to the Brand Centre off Stanley Road shortly after 6pm on Sunday after members of the public raised the alarm when they spotted smoke pouring
A MESSAGE of peace has spread through Prestwich Arts College thanks to an international painting competition. Pupils at the Heys road site were invited to take part in the Lions International Peace Poster Contest as part of their art studies. The local
PET lovers will be able to help out Bury's animals while fitting in some Christmas shopping at a festive fair. The Christmas fair will be held at Ramsbottom Civic Hall in Market Place on Sunday from 10am to 3pm. Pets in Need and Cancer Research will be
A WOMAN doctor had to be cut from her car after an accident near to the Rose and Crown pub in Cockey Moor Road, Ainsworth. The woman suffered a deep gash to her head and suspected spinal injuries when her Nissan Primera was involved in a collision with
PENSIONERS are again being invited to join this year's Rotary Club Christmas party in Radcliffe. Residents aged 70 and over can apply for tickets to the seventh annual dinner, which will be held at Radcliffe Civic Suite on Thursday, December 1. The tickets
A SECTION of public footpath in Radcliffe, described as a potential deathtrap, is to be permanently fixed by Asda. Walkers and cyclists who use the path across the River Irwell, at the rear of the supermarket, say a damaged safety barrier left open a
THOUSANDS of people packed into Victoria Square to see Olympic sensation, Amir Khan, mark the official start of the festive season in Bolton, by switching on the town's Christmas lights. The crowd went wild when the 18-year-old Olympic silver medalist
AN MP has criticised Wanderers' star El Hadji Diouf for claiming legal aid while defending himself against charges arising from a spitting incident. David Crausby, MP for Bolton North East, has called on the highly-paid player to repay the several hundred
I SHALL be grateful if you would kindly convey my special thanks, through the columns of your newspapers, to the Bury Royal British Legion, The Reverend Dr John C. Findon and all at the Bury Parish Church, The Very Reverend Paul J. Cannon, Lieutenant
KEVIN Davies has given Wanderers a fitness boost as they prepare to pick up where they left off, riding the crest of a winning wave. The Whites' spearhead striker, who limped out of the victory over Spurs with a rib injury, has declared himself fit for
A BISCUIT tin full of letters from a wife to her soldier husband throughout the Second World War has been found at a house in Whitefield. Nicky Hypolite, from Avondale Road, discovered the box in the attic. Rather than discard it, the letters, dating
A DECADE of memories dominated the headteacher's speech as Philips High School celebrated its annual awards evening. Mr Chris Trees addressed pupils for the 11th time in the role as he spoke of how he became headteacher 10 years ago. His proud opening
PUPILS and staff from Hayward School, Lever Edge Lane, Bolton, will be holding a fundraising event at the school on Sunday, from 12.30pm to 3.30pm, to raise money for the Pakistan and Kashmir Earthquake Appeal. There will be food stalls, a clothes sale
THE fight has begun to save two Prestwich high schools from potential closure or amalgamation. Headteachers from Prestwich Arts College and Parrenthorn have publicly announced their determination to keep both schools open. And there is a wealth of support
DO you know your Wobbly Bob from your Ramping Fumatory? A Nailmaker from a Rutland Panther? Is it the Light Fantastic or just Frostbite? Such questions will abound on Friday and Saturday at the annual Bury Beer Festival, held at The Met in the town centre
FRUITY winners got on their bikes after taking part in a special Radcliffe Market competition. Charlotte Master (10), Anthony Spolverino (11), Robert Cook (8) and Bethany Clarke (8), were presented with the bikes and safety equipment, sponsored by Halfords
A WOMAN doctor had to be cut from her car after an accident near to the Rose and Crown pub in Cockey Moor Road, Ainsworth. The woman suffered a deep gash to her head and suspected spinal injuries when her Nissan Primera was involved in a collision with
PENSIONERS are again being invited to join this year's Rotary Club Christmas party in Radcliffe. Residents aged 70 and over can apply for tickets to the seventh annual dinner, which will be held at Radcliffe Civic Suite on Thursday, December 1. The tickets
A SECTION of public footpath in Radcliffe, described as a potential deathtrap, is to be permanently fixed by Asda. Walkers and cyclists who use the path across the River Irwell, at the rear of the supermarket, say a damaged safety barrier left open a
THE ANNUAL RoadPeace services will be held in Bolton and Manchester on Sunday to remember those affected by road crashes. Dave and Elaine Jones, parents of Radcliffe schoolgirl Natalie Pickwick-Jones, will be attending the Manchester service at the People's
A FOOTBALLER has appeared in court for using threatening behaviour after he clashed with a rival player during a game at Prestwich Heys. Stephen Smith (27), of Manchester Road, Walkden, was playing for Irlam Mitchells in a Manchester Premier Division
A FAMILY from Radcliffe are among 50 holidaymakers suing a travel firm after their summer holiday was wrecked by illness. The Montgomery family, of Meadowcroft, who were staying at the Sunflower Hotel in Kremasti, Rhodes, were struck down with severe
AN MP has criticised Wanderers' star El Hadji Diouf for claiming legal aid while defending himself against charges arising from a spitting incident. David Crausby, MP for Bolton North East, has called on the highly-paid player to repay the several hundred
MORE than 60 youngsters will receive their Duke of Edinburgh Awards on Saturday. Before the event at the Mosses Community Centre in Cecil Street, Bury, at 7pm, award holders who have achieved the top Gold Award will begin their evening as guests in the
THE shock decision by captain Roy Keane and Manchester United to part by mutual consent - revealed by Press Association exclusively at 12.14pm on Friday lunchtime - leaves more questions than answers writes Chiris Sudlow What they are telling BBC Sport
AT the council meeting on November 2, the council resolved to support the introduction into Parliament of two Bills: the Climate Change and Sustainable Energy Bill and the Management of Energy Bill which set out practical ways of enabling householders
THE father of burns victim Gareth Eaton has called for a complete ban on fireworks after his son suffered appalling injuries when a rocket blew up in his face. The 24-year-old father-of-three lost his right eye in the accident and his left hand was ripped
GREEN with pride not envy - that was Christopher Barrow at this year's Young Environmentalist of the Year Award. The Egerton Primary School pupil netted the junior runner-up prize in the annual competition- run by the Young People's Trust for the Environment
FROM THE GUIDE FILES OF NOVEMBER 14, 1980: GEORGE Jones had the worst possible start in his first game at the helm as player-manager of Prestwich Heys. He witnessed his side score two own goals and give away a penalty against Leyland Motors in a 5-1 drubbing
A FOOTBALLER has appeared in court for using threatening behaviour after he clashed with a rival player during a game at Prestwich Heys. Stephen Smith (27), of Manchester Road, Walkden, was playing for Irlam Mitchells in a Manchester Premier Division
ATHERTON TOWN 0, PRESTWICH HEYS 0: Atherton Town goalkeeper James Taylor put in a man-of-the-match performance on Saturday, against a Heys side that had ironically tried to sign him last season. They also missed chances that could have won them this game
WORKERS at a century-old mill are appealing for help to discover its history. Staff at Beldorm, based at Kearsley Mill in Stoneclough, are hoping to create displays of historical memorabilia that will portray the way the mill used to look. The company
Chester 29, Sedgley Park 24 Senior Colts (Under 19): Sedgley could field only 13 players but, in accordance with the Colts League rules, Chester were obliged to play with 14. In good playing conditions, the first half was evenly contested with two tries
WORK on the new Morrisons store in Whitefield is expected to take place in the New Year. Demolition of the Brand Centre, which is on the Stanley Road site, has gone out to tender and the building should be taken down in January. The news was announced
A PENSIONER involved in a collision while he was over the legal limit for alcohol is unlikely ever to drive again, a court was told. Alan Litler (65), of Malton Avenue, Whitefield, admitted driving in Bury Old Road, Prestwich, with more than twice the
CASH and clothing for survivors of the Asian earthquake has been the priority recently for the Rotary Club of Prestwich and Whitefield. The group raised £800 to donate to the International Aid Trust, which will be given to earthquake victims. And with
TELEVISION soaps star Jackie Chadwick is giving up her screen image to help local youngsters grab the limelight. Lowton based Jackie, who millions know from her roles as Tina Dingle in Emmerdale and as Mike Baldwin's wife, Linda, in Coronation Street,
BUYERS of the Radius apartments in Prestwich will be given a ticket to ride. There are only 30 apartments left of the 150 built and developers Countryside Properties are offering a 12 month Metrolink pass with every purchase. The novel idea has been announced
FROM THE GUIDE FILES OF NOVEMBER 14, 1980: GEORGE Jones had the worst possible start in his first game at the helm as player-manager of Prestwich Heys. He witnessed his side score two own goals and give away a penalty against Leyland Motors in a 5-1 drubbing
DO you know your Wobbly Bob from your Ramping Fumatory? A Nailmaker from a Rutland Panther? Is it the Light Fantastic or just Frostbite? Such questions will abound on Friday and Saturday at the annual Bury Beer Festival, held at The Met in the town centre
A FAMILY from Radcliffe are among 50 holidaymakers suing a travel firm after their summer holiday was wrecked by illness. The Montgomery family, of Meadowcroft, who were staying at the Sunflower Hotel in Kremasti, Rhodes, were struck down with severe
FRUITY winners got on their bikes after taking part in a special Radcliffe Market competition. Charlotte Master (10), Anthony Spolverino (11), Robert Cook (8) and Bethany Clarke (8), were presented with the bikes and safety equipment, sponsored by Halfords
DO you know your Wobbly Bob from your Ramping Fumatory? A Nailmaker from a Rutland Panther? Is it the Light Fantastic or just Frostbite? Such questions will abound on Friday and Saturday at the annual Bury Beer Festival, held at The Met in the town centre
THE ANNUAL RoadPeace services will be held in Bolton and Manchester on Sunday to remember those affected by road crashes. Dave and Elaine Jones, parents of Radcliffe schoolgirl Natalie Pickwick-Jones, will be attending the Manchester service at the People's
RADCLIFFE Bridge Centre will be celebrating another successful year with an open evening and quiz night on Wednesday. The event from 6.30pm to 9pm will offer the chance to find more about courses on offer. There will be a prize draw for an MP3 player
WE have had a lot of reference in the media to Tony Bair's heavy defeat with regard to the 90 days detention in the Terrorism Bill. At the risk of being considered the spectre at the feast, can I ask all the people so highly delighted to remember a longstanding
PHIL Brown has only one regret as he reflects on the decision he took in the summer to cut his Reebok ties and accept the task of reviving the fortunes of Derby County. For a man who boasts a 19-year association with the club, he has adjusted surprisingly
A WHITEFIELD woman should receive half of her ex-husband's £7 million fortune, a court has ruled. Linda Bavard (53) was married for 21 years to entrepreneur husband Irvine who, from humble beginnings in an Irish menswear shop, built up a multi-million-pound
A FOOTBALLER has appeared in court for using threatening behaviour after he clashed with a rival player during a game at Prestwich Heys. Stephen Smith (27), of Manchester Road, Walkden, was playing for Irlam Mitchells in a Manchester Premier Division
YOUTHS are being blamed for setting fire to a disused clothes store in Whitefield. Five fire teams were called out to the Brand Centre off Stanley Road shortly after 6pm on Sunday after members of the public raised the alarm when they spotted smoke pouring
THE borough is suffering a rise in crime, according to the latest figures for April to September this year. Violent crime, robberies, domestic burglaries and armed incidents have increased, compared to the same period for 2004, leaving senior police chiefs
BURY coroner Simon Nelson is to write to the Commission for Social Care Inspection following the death of a mentally disabled man in a Prestwich care home. He will seek more information on the commission's guidelines regarding staffing, and said lessons
CHILDREN led the tributes during the 60th anniversary of VJ Day to servicemen who sacrificed their lives. On this year's special Remembrance Day, youngsters at All Saints Church Stand, in Whitefield, formed a significant part of the church service as
THE fight has begun to save two Prestwich high schools from potential closure or amalgamation. Headteachers from Prestwich Arts College and Parrenthorn have publicly announced their determination to keep both schools open. And there is a wealth of support
THE fight has begun to save two Prestwich high schools from potential closure or amalgamation. Headteachers from Prestwich Arts College and Parrenthorn have publicly announced their determination to keep both schools open. And there is a wealth of support
NEW parking bays in Prestwich could be for the chop in a bid to reduce traffic congestion through the village. Motorists complaining about congestion along Bury New Road have demanded their removal to allow a two lane route for cars. The bays, which provide
AT the council meeting on November 2, the council resolved to support the introduction into Parliament of two Bills: the Climate Change and Sustainable Energy Bill and the Management of Energy Bill which set out practical ways of enabling householders
RADCLIFFE Borough striker Steve Foster can't wait to get back into action this weekend against Wakefield and Emley after a frustrating clutch of abandoned matches writes Marc Higginson Boro have had two league games postponed since they beat Bradford
RADCLIFFE Bridge Centre will be celebrating another successful year with an open evening and quiz night on Wednesday. The event from 6.30pm to 9pm will offer the chance to find more about courses on offer. There will be a prize draw for an MP3 player
BABY Alicia Hall is enjoying her first taste of English life after an exotic entrance into the world. Instead of being born at a local hospital, mum Andrea decided to give birth to her second daughter in Dubai. Andrea and husband Stephen, along with Alicia
THE shock decision by captain Roy Keane and Manchester United to part by mutual consent - revealed by Press Association exclusively at 12.14pm on Friday lunchtime - leaves more questions than answers writes Chiris Sudlow What they are telling BBC Sport
THE maternity unit at the Royal Bolton Hospital will be one of eight "favoured options" for new super units under a proposed health shake-up. Under the review, three exisiting maternity departments, including Fairfield General Hospital, in Bury, could
A DECADE of memories dominated the headteacher's speech as Philips High School celebrated its annual awards evening. Mr Chris Trees addressed pupils for the 11th time in the role as he spoke of how he became headteacher 10 years ago. His proud opening
Stanley captain Peter Cavanagh returns to the squad for the game against Forest Green tonight following injury, while goalkeeper Danny Alcock and defender Andy Tretton are back in training. However, Andy Mangan is unavailable for selection after getting
Accrington Stanley have strengthened their squad ahead of the home game with Forest Green Rovers by signing former Liverpool starlet Mark Smyth. The 20-year-old midfielder, who has represented England at every level up to the under-20s, has signed for
LUTEL James has played alongside prolific centre forwards such as Geoff Horsfield and Andy Preece, but he has labelled Paul Mullin as his best strike partner of all time. The duo were a formidable combination in over three seasons together at Accrington
THE grieving family of Farnworth teenager Carla Bate are waiting to hear if an order to remove toys and other tributes from her grave has been overturned by the Church of England. Michaela Bate, aged 39, of Primrose Avenue, Farnworth, said she was never
THOUSANDS of people packed into Victoria Square to see Olympic sensation, Amir Khan, mark the official start of the festive season in Bolton, by switching on the town's Christmas lights. The crowd went wild when the 18-year-old Olympic silver medalist
THE father of burns victim Gareth Eaton has called for a complete ban on fireworks after his son suffered appalling injuries when a rocket blew up in his face. The 24-year-old father-of-three lost his right eye in the accident and his left hand was ripped
ASDA supermarket at Astley Bridge is holding a toy collection for local charities in the run up to Christmas. Toys collected will be donated to Fort Alice women's and children's shelter and Ladywood Special Needs School. A collection box has been placed
INTERNATIONAL supermodel Karen Elson is a Bolton girl who was first spotted by talent scouts while she was still living in the town. And on Thursday night the tall, striking redhead, who has modelled for the world's top photographers, could be back among
CONSISTENCY is the key and Sedgley Park will be hoping they have it in abundance when they head down to Devon on Friday in preparation for Saturdays league game against the Exeter Chiefs. Whether or not they can replicate last week's superb performance
PUPILS and parents at Greenmount Primary School will be able to keep up to date on the latest school developments with the launch of a new website. The site, www.greenmountprimaryschool.co.uk, is packed with information for current and prospective pupils
