A MAJOR police operation was carried out in Johnson Fold, Hall i' th' Wood, Astley Bridge and Breightmet following complaints about nuisance off-road motorcyclists. In less than five hours, a quad bike was seized in Dunsop Drive, Johnson Fold,
In the battle to save Horwich Golf Course from “bully” developers, residents held a public meeting to discuss the upcoming public inquiry into the proposed housing development on the land. A total of 92 people attended the meeting at Horwich Parish
THE Old Man and Scythe will be marking the anniversary of the 7th Earl of Derby’s execution which took place in 1651 outside the pub’s doors. Alongside their regular Cider ‘ouse Jam Nite, there will be performances of songs and poetry from the time
A MEMORIAL fund has been set up for a 28-year-old Bolton actor who died last month. A service will take place for Daniel Bolton at St Mary’s RC Church, Horwich at 11am on Wednesday October 17, followed by a private interment. West End actor Daniel
SOME 253 young people in Bolton were caught without a TV Licence in the past year according to recently released figures. With over 9,000 students at the University of Bolton, TV Licensing is reminding students that they could face prosecution
ONE minute you are all happy and fine, then all of a sudden everything can change and you come crashing down and feel terrible. All you need is a sympathetic ear and some good wholesome food to help you get through it. Proteins rich in amino acids
CORONARY heart disease remains the No.1 killer in the UK yet many of us ignore our cholesterol levels which are pivotal in heart health. Angela Kelly reports, CHOLESTEROL is a substance made in the liver that is vital to human life. High LDL cholesterol
SIGNIFICANTLY more girls than boys are making good progress during their crucial early years, according to new figures. They show that, by the age of five, 75 per cent of Bolton girls are deemed to have achieved a “good level of development” compared
BOLTON based Millfield Estates has completed its latest refurbishment works at a prestigious Liverpool property. The company has restored and fitted out the ground floor suite of Millfield Estates’ stunning Yorkshire House in Chapel Street, Liverpool
A wedding was evacuated when fire engines were called to a hotel in Bromley Cross. The fire service were called out at 3:30pm yesterday to reports of smoke coming from an internet server. The small electrical fire triggered the smoke alarm
Morrisons has launched a new eight chilli-rated curry after complaints that it’s Volcanic Vindaloo was nowhere near hot enough. Customer and self-confessed chilli connoisseur, Paul McCourt, complained to the supermarket about their Volcanic Vindaloo
A crime scene has been set up at a flat near Bury town centre following a fire yesterday afternoon. Two men were taken to hospital after a fire broke out in the living room of a ground floor flat at Peel Lodge. One man who was visiting a different
FLIGHTS had to abort their landings at Manchester Airport due to strong winds and heavy rain caused by Storm Callum. Some of the aeroplane landings looked a little less than perfect as pilots battled against the elements. A Ryanair flight from
THIS unique home boasts four bedrooms and split level, detached and in the heart of leafy Lostock and for sale at offers in excess of £500,000. It has been renovated by its current owners to create flexible living space designed over two floors
A teenager has been suspended after a fellow pupil had his drink spiked with Viagra while on a school trip to Berlin, his father has said. The 15-year-old, who attends Etonbury Academy in Arlesey, Bedfordshire, had been on a visit to the German
Chris Green thinks that his government’s cuts to policing have gone too far. Speaking on Sunday Politics this morning, the Bolton MP said that he was “very concerned” about the extent of police cuts. He said: “Residents are getting in touch
Storm Callum has brought devastation across parts of the UK leaving two people dead. The storm is set to fade on Sunday but it brought torrential rain, flooding and treacherous conditions to many areas on Friday and Saturday. A man died after
Dr Wirin Bhatiani, chairman of Bolton Clinical Commissioning Group, tells us why everyone deserves to be treated without discrimination... WE know that not everyone in our community accesses healthcare services in the same way, particularly those
BOLTON is in for a fright as the town goes all out to celebrate Halloween this year. From Halloween pumpkin carving to the UK's 'sickest' attraction, there are loads of events across the area for every kind of fan of the spookiest time of the year
A WHOLE host of events are scheduled to take place across the town this week. Here's our guide to five of the best things to do and see in Bolton. BEER FESTIVAL IS BACK Beer enthusiasts are in for a treat as the popular Bolton Beer Festival
WITH six albums and more than a dozen top 40 hits to their name The Bluetones are bona fide Britpop legends. We caught up with band vocalist Mark Morriss, as the outfit prepared for their headline slot at this year's Head for the Hills Festival,
