Archive - Monday, 26 September 2011

Man dies in house blaze
A MAN has died in a house blaze. Firefighters were called to Arkwright Street in Horwich shortly before 5pm today, Monday. Crews discovered a fire in the kitchen caused by a pan of food left on a cooker. A body has been found in the upstairs bedroom
'Submarium' proves it's seldom dull in Hull
The prospect of coming face to face with sharks, dolphins and other forms of sea life is always an enticing one. And so it was that we visited The Deep in Hull, the biggest aquarium in Europe that would actually rather promote its status as the…
Book Review: Doctor Who - The Silent Stars Go By
A FESTIVE offering ‘sort of’, from the pen of Dan Abnett, who is an accomplished writer of Who stories, from the comic strips in the monthly magazine, through Big Finish’s audio adventures, to original novels both for the Who series and Torchwood.
Murder inquiry launched following death of man
Police are investigating following the death of a man. Police were called to a house on Richmond Drive, Leigh by the ambulance service at about 12.55pm on September 19. Officers attended and the body of a man was found. He has been identified as
Same old story for Wanderers
IT is getting to be an all-too familiar tale for Owen Coyle – one of red cards putting his side at a disadvantage and defensive mistakes gifting goals to the opposition. The Wanderers boss insists this story can still have a happy ending, but if the
Wanderers down - but not for long
OWEN Coyle insists Wanderers won't be down for long after hitting rock bottom against Arsenal. Even though his side are now propping up the league with just three points from their opening six games, the Whites boss remains adamant that a change in fortune
VERDICT: Arsenal 3 Wanderers 0
FOR 45 minutes Wanderers gave us a promising vision of the future, then proceeded to ruin it all by reverting back to a more depressing example of the here and now. Regardless of how tough a start Owen Coyle's side have had, the manager knows all too
Horwich ace can be 2012 surprise guy
HORWICH sprinter Ola Abidogun believes the element of surprise will prove his secret weapon as he looks to upset the big guns at his first Paralympics in London next summer. The 18-year-old has enjoyed a stellar season to date and while he didn
Not race question
RE: What a racist town. This is exactly the problem, race has nothing to do with it — black, blue, Muslim, Christian, this is purely practical. On October 2 there will be a march in Manchester demonstrating against cuts. Ask anyone on the march
Under control not same as God-fearing
MR PHILIP H Hayworth (Letters, September 17) seems to be a little naive, doesn’t he? To suggest that the adherence to the bible by the entire population of this country, and, by inference, the world, is hardly possible or even desirable. It could
US is no paradise
ROBERT Goodman says our courts must ignore Ken Clark, and adopt the US penal system, where criminals are punished appropriately. Reading Robert’s letter you would think that the US is a crime-free paradise. We may be in a bit of a mess, Robert,
No animals in circuses
YOU can buy a pair of decent binoculars and improve your family’s health for the price of one seat at the circus. Introduce your children to the delights of wildlife and improve their general knowledge and awareness of our wonderful parks and
I feel great US is no paradise sympathy
HAVING just read the letter from Terry Longworth concerning his wife’s care at the home, I feel great sympathy with him as he has been through a terrible time and is obviously still grieving. I know how that feels as my mother died in that home
Warden parked on double yellows
I READ with interest the letter from Barry Moss (September 20) regarding the parking of the Bolton CCTV car in contravention of parking restrictions. Last month I, as I do every day, parked my car in Westhoughton on double yellow lines as I went
Is Islam a state?
WITH reference to A Sayers’ letter about Sharia Law. Can someone please explain, is Islam a religion or a state? If it is a state, ie with its own laws and if here in Britain, then how can we have a state within a state without having the unpleasantness
Terrorism — dodging the question
MAY I thank Firdous Patel for her reply to my letter on Muslim immigration to the UK. There are, however, a number of points which you have ignored. You say that terrorism is strictly forbidden within Islam. Well, try telling that to Al Qaeda
Garden centre: put views to the Planning Inspectorate
IN reply to your news report about the latest planning demands of the operators of Hollands Garden Centre, Bromley Cross — namely to keep the disallowed polytunnels — local residents who have fought for the integrity of this last stretch of green
Disposable bowl is about to go global
THE success of a paper-based disposable washbowl made by a Bolton company could spread worldwide. Vernacare plans to export its award winning paper pulp washbowl around the world and says there is a £35 million market for it. The washbowl took
Transport trade scheme for motorists is just the ticket
PEOPLE are being urged to give up their car and get free bus travel for four months. That is the deal being offered by Arriva, which operates 15 bus routes in Bolton. They want motorists wishing to get rid of their old car to scrap it and
Vernon is onside to be Wanderers charity trustee
TELEVISION star Vernon Kay has achieved a lifelong ambition by signing for Bolton Wanderers — as a trustee of the club’s charity wing. Vernon joins club chairman Phil Gartside and Bolton Council chief executive Sean Harriss on the board of Bolton
Trading standards alert over computer virus scam
RESIDENTS are being warned to be on the lookout for a computer scam. Bolton Council’s Trading Standards team is warning people about the return of a con from earlier this year. An initial warning was issued after a number of Bolton residents
Legend Amir adds strength to fight for cancer centre
BOLTON boxing sensation Amir Khan has added his backing to a campaign calling for a Cancer Information And Support Centre at the Royal Bolton Hospital. The British IBF and WBA Light Welterweight title holder has become the latest celebrity from
The pride of Lancashire on parade
MARCHING with pride, the soldiers known as the Lions of England celebrated a historic return home on Saturday. Soldiers from Bolton were among the 2nd battalion of The Duke of Lancaster regiment, which formally took control of Weeton Barracks
Man accused of driving at holidaymakers
A MAN has been remanded in custody amid allegations he drove at a group of pedestrians at a North Wales holiday camp. David James Brooks, aged 29, of Garstang Avenue in Breightmet, is charged with wounding with intent, common assault, dangerous
Crowds flock to watch ploughmen compete
FARMERS flocked to Westhoughton for the annual ploughing match. It was the third year retired farmer Graham Farrington has organised the event at Brinsop Hall Farm. He said: “It’s been a very difficult day for ploughing, the ground has been sticky
Station to get hi-tech information screens
“LONG overdue” and “much needed” improvements to a Bolton train station have been announced. Transport bosses will spend £160,000 installing brand new customer information screens, CCTV, and passenger help points at Westhoughton Train Station
Bazaar evening of truly Excellent entertainment!
THE ninth Bolton Bazaar boasted everything from drummers to dancers and young performers to birds of prey when it took place at new venue, The Excellency. About 800 people — including the town’s three MPs David Crausby, Yasmin Qureshi and
Man slept while arsonists set bin ablaze outside home
ARSONISTS filled a wheelie bin with clothes and pushed it against the back door of a house before setting alight and risking the life of the man inside. Stephen Withington, aged 48, was asleep in his home in Olaf Street, Tonge Moor, when the
Sick arsonists could have killed us all
ARSONISTS who targeted a family home have been branded “sick”. Three adults and an 18 month-old girl were in the house in Oak Avenue, Little Lever, when the brick outhouse attached to the property was set on fire. It was only discovered when a
Family tributes to ex-fireman who died on Turkish holiday
THE family of an “inspirational” former firefighter have paid tribute to him after he died on holiday. Geoffrey Bowes, aged 76, passed away suddenly on September 9 while in Turkey with his wife, Julie, and friends Ron and Betty Howarth. Mrs Bowes
Bromley Cross named top five child friendly neighbourhood
LEAFY streets, low crime rates, great school results and affordable homes — Bromley Cross has been named as one of the best places to live in the whole country. The village has been ranked as the fifth best place in the country for young families
Bogus legal company closed down by fraud investigators
A WEBSITE for a nonexistent Bolton legal firm, which was used to con victims out of tens of thousands of pounds has been shut down by police. Gilstar Solicitors’ website claimed the firm was founded in Bristol and had offices in Bolton — but
Dangerous driver released from jail
DANGEROUS driver Christopher Marr — who ploughed into a group of teenagers, leaving them with serious injuries — has been released from prison. He knocked down Devon Foster, George Coleman and Jacob Fear, as they walked home from a party. Marr
Ethan Wright
Happy Birthday 10th ETHAN WRIGHT Double figures now E!! Love you sooo much Mum Dad & your best bother Max…
Patrick McCabe
PATRICK McCABE September 26, 2010 Times may pass and fade away, But memories of you will always stay, No longer in my life to share, But in my heart you are always there. Sadly missed, Mary x x x A loving father now at rest, For each of us he did his…
gean walls
GEAN WALLS The family of the late Gean wish to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours and Reverend Norman Price for kindness, expressions of sympathy, letters and cards of condolence, beautiful floral tributes and donations received in their
garry mathieson
GARRY MATHIESON Put your arms around him Lord and kiss his smiling face. He was a special husband and son in law who cannot be replaced Birthday wishes for today Garry xxxxx. Memories remain evergreen Love from your wife Estelle and Ma & Pa Rodgers
HILDA KORNAS
HILDA KORNAS On September 20, 2011, peacefully in the Royal Bolton Hospital, aged 79 years. Beloved mother of Jan, Angela and Andrew, much loved grandmother, great grandmother and mother in law. The service and interment will be at St. Mary's Catholic
DOREEN THORNLEY
DOREEN THORNLEY Precious memories of a dear friend. Always in my thoughts Love Gill x
stephanie aspinall
STEPHANIE JAYNE ASPINALL Loving 18th birthday memories on September 26, of a beloved daughter and sister. The moment that you died, My heart was torn in two, One side filled with heartache, The other died with you. I often lie awake at night, When the
marcia thompson
MARCIA THOMPSON nee ROBINSON 26.09.1972 Still missing you, Still thinking of you. Our love always, Dad and family
eddie speakman
EDDIE SPEAKMAN To Eddie, remembering you on your birthday. Love and miss you every day. Theresa xxx
William Crompton
WILLIAM CROMPTON Our Dad. Loved and missed beyond words. Your girls Frances and Julie, And all your loving family xxx
brenda fullerton
BRENDA FULLERTON Birthday memories of a dear mum, mother in law and grandma. Sadly missed mum of Carole, William and Christine, mother in law to Andrew, Samantha and Neil devoted grandma to Hannah, Ashleigh, Chloe and Ben. Forever in our thoughts.
marcia thompson
MARCIA THOMPSON (Walkden) (nee Robinson) Birthday memories 26/09/72 Everyone that loved you and those whose lives you touched, Think about you constantly and are missing you so much. Loved and remembered always, especially today on your 39th birthday
LILY MARLOR
LILY MARLOR Peacefully, in hospital, on Wednesday, September 21, 2011, aged 88 years. Beloved wife of the late Tom, much loved sister of Nellie, a dear sister in law, also a dearly loved auntie, great auntie and great great auntie. Lily will be dearly
ROY HORSFIELD
ROY HORSFIELD On September 21, 2011 at home, after a long illness bravely fought, Roy, aged 77 years. Loving husband of Norma, dear brother of Donald and James, brother in law of Haro and Maureen, also a dear uncle and cousin. Cortege will leave The
barbara murray
BARBARA MURRAY (nee Foster) On September 21, 2011, peacefully in hospital, surrounded by her loving family Barbara aged 68 years. Much loved wife of Victor, loving mum to Rebecca, mother in law to Johnny, loved grandma of Alexander and Zachary, sister
geoffrey and Linda sculthorpe
SCULTHORPE GEOFFREY to LINDA (Nee Kent) September 25, 1971 at St Barnabus Church, Bolton. Love and God Bless Daniel and Simon. Happy birthday to grandma Kent. Love from everyone.
mark tunnah
MARK DAVID TUNNAH (26.09.1965 - 21.03.2005) Though fortune's tides may ebb and flow True love change'th never! For thoughts of love are tideless thoughts And these flow on forever! Eternal love Always in our hearts Sons Dominic and Liam Dad Tony
fred povey
FRED POVEY 26-9-2010 In loving memory of a dear husband, stepdad, grandad. Loved and remembered every day. Sadly missed by his loving wife Joan and family xxx
susan peet
SUSAN PEET (Nee Gladwin) 53rd Birthday memories 26.09.58 Look around your garden Lord, For an Angel with a smile, It won't be hard to find her, She must stand out a mile, Take her in your arms, And give her all our love, Wish her happy birthday, We only

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Man dies in house blaze

'Submarium' proves it's seldom dull in Hull

Book Review: Doctor Who - The Silent Stars Go By

Murder inquiry launched following death of man

Same old story for Wanderers

Wanderers down - but not for long

VERDICT: Arsenal 3 Wanderers 0

Horwich ace can be 2012 surprise guy

Not race question

Under control not same as God-fearing

US is no paradise

No animals in circuses

I feel great US is no paradise sympathy

Warden parked on double yellows

Is Islam a state?

Terrorism — dodging the question

Garden centre: put views to the Planning Inspectorate

Disposable bowl is about to go global

Transport trade scheme for motorists is just the ticket

Vernon is onside to be Wanderers charity trustee

Trading standards alert over computer virus scam

Legend Amir adds strength to fight for cancer centre

The pride of Lancashire on parade

Man accused of driving at holidaymakers

Crowds flock to watch ploughmen compete

Station to get hi-tech information screens

Bazaar evening of truly Excellent entertainment!

Man slept while arsonists set bin ablaze outside home

Sick arsonists could have killed us all

Family tributes to ex-fireman who died on Turkish holiday

Bromley Cross named top five child friendly neighbourhood

Bogus legal company closed down by fraud investigators

Dangerous driver released from jail

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