We all know someone who needs a pair of these bad boys. A company called Shreddies has launched ‘flatulence jeans’, which they say have been designed to eliminate a fart’s smell using activated carbon. Shreddies sell a range of men and women
FIREFIGHTERS were called to a fire at a cake factory last night. Crews were called to Park Cakes, in Bella Street, at about 4.25pm to reports of a fire involving an industrial cooker. Staff were evacuated from the building before firefighters
THOUSANDS of pounds was stolen after a cash machine was ripped from a shop wall by thieves using a JCB. Officers were called to the Spar shop in Edisford Road, Clitheroe, at around 2.25am yesterday. Police said the cash machine was damaged
A FORMER town centre bar will not be reopening any time soon, according to a spokesman. Bar Metro, in Bradshawgate, closed back in July, with its owners saying the business had been forced to close due to a ‘combination of factors’, including a
RESIDENTS have called for action over problem parking close to Moss Bank Park. The concerns raised at the Smithills Area Forum yesterday evening were sparked by a question about the safety of the junction of Church Road and Captains Clough Road.
OUR story about someone setting fire to the tent of a homeless man while he slept inside has sparked a huge reaction online. Many people are disgusted and outraged by the arson attack and are grateful that Shaun Hibbert was woken by his dog, Bruce
GREATER Manchester Police's chief constable has called for an outright ban on the sale of fireworks to combat anti-social behaviour. Ian Hopkins said the use of the pyrotechnics should be restricted to professional displays only so they are no longer
HOUSE of Fraser is set to close its iconic Kendals store in Manchester in the new year. It is believed that staff at the Deansgate store received the news after arriving at work this morning. A sign on the doors this morning read: "Due to unforeseen
A PUB has launched a search for a someone whose job will include drinking beer and catching up with friends. The Cotton Kier Hungry Horse pub in Eagley Brook Way, is advertising the dream job for pub goers and calling for a local spokesperson to
CAN you identify who, what and where this week’s photograph was taken? It comes from a time when youngsters dressed to impress, but fashion was not at the forefront of their existence. They are clearly drawing or sketching and the man on the
PLANS for the Horwich Lantern Parade are at an advanced stage. There will be three lantern making workshops at the church in Richmond Street. The workshops take the form of drop in sessions from 1.30pm to 3.30pm, held on November 4, 18, and 25
IT is a cliche but people often struggle to see beyond a disability. Whether it is a missing limb, a condition such as Down’s Syndrome, or someone who relies on a wheelchair to stay mobile, it is easy for people to focus on what is wrong with them
WORK to restore the historic Rivington Gardens is being hampered by mindless young vandals who are targetting the site on an almost daily basis and causing thousands of pounds worth of damage. Since Easter, mindless yobs, some of who are thought
CUSTOMERS in Bromley Cross have been warned their water pressure is low. United Utilities has confirmed customers in the BL7 postcode could be experiencing no water or low water pressure. The lack of pressure is due to a leak in Ramwells Brow
Warburtons, Britain’s biggest bakery brand, is delighted to announce the continuation of its partnership with local Bolton charity, BACKUP (formerly known as Bolton Young Person Housing Scheme). The charity, which supports local young people in
THE developers behind plans to turn a former church centre into a restaurant and bar have been told they must pay for a consultation into double yellow lines. In August, an application was granted to demolish Birtenshaw Methodist Church and renovate
THERE is always loads going on around the region. Here are our five top things to do or visit this weekend. BEER enthusiasts are descending on the University of Bolton Stadium this weekend for the 25th Bolton Beer Festival to raise funds
JASON Lowe is looking forward to seeing what Stephen Ireland has to offer Wanderers. First impressions have been good as the former Republic of Ireland international settles into life at Lostock, feeling his way back to full fitness. Lowe counts
A COMMUNITY support service that helps families with complex care needs has received an outstanding inspection report. Bolton Council’s Bridges Family Support Service which provides home care for young people up to the age of 19 with a range of
HAVE you seen the trailer for the forthcoming feature film Stan and Ollie? It focuses on Laurel and Hardy’s UK tour in the twilight of their showbusiness careers and if you are a fan of the funniest ever comedy duo, the movie looks amazing. Steve
A GP claims he has been elbowed out of practising at the surgery he owns. Angry and concerned patients have now launched a campaign to get Dr Anant Prasad back working at the Shanti Medical Centre in Daubhill. Dr Prasad, 67, opened the surgery
A PENSIONER who left her bag on a bus is appealing for help. The woman, in her 80s, left her bag on the 553 Cumfybus, which she boarded at 4.25pm from Bolton Interchange on Tuesday, October 16. Inside the bag are two memory cards, containing
EX-WANDERERS striker Jamie Proctor expects to be fighting fit and is hoping to shoot down his old club this weekend. Proctor has been laid up with a groin problem in recent weeks but, while he insists there is no needle, he is keen to get one over
IF Wanderers are to leave Rotherham with three points tomorrow they will have to end a barren run stretching back to the days of England's finest footballing hour. Bolton last won on Millers soil in August 1966, when images of Bobby Moore, Geoff
A MAN who stole an axe and brandished it in Bolton town centre has been jailed. Bolton Crown Court heard how at 12.15pm on July 29, Steven Taylor, of no fixed abode, was seen walking into the Wilko hight street store in Deansgate, where he went
THE world's biggest Ironkids race is back in Bolton next summer — with youngsters being able to register for the fun run next week. The race, on July 13, has become a key annual fixture on Bolton’s sporting calendar following its introduction six
I NEARLY choked on my rib-eye upon reading the rather bizarre letter from Tod Bradbury, Campaign Manager for Vegan Outreach, Animal Aid (who ever they are) “Turning vegan could reduce climate change” (October 12). No, it couldn’t! He cites the
CAMPAIGNERS have stepped up their fight to stop 250 homes being built on a popular recreation ground. Another petition with 605 signatures together with letters of objection were delivered to Bolton Town Hall to highlight the strength of feeling
SINCE graduating last summer, Michalina Puskarczyk estimates that she has applied for around 400 jobs. THOMAS GEORGE reports. DESPITE her persistent efforts earning invitations for several interviews, 26-year-old Michalina Puskarczyk remains unemployed
YOUNG people found out how they could make a difference to people's lives at the annual Harvest Festival. Urban Outreach's Dave Bagley was invited to the assembly and spoke about how actions in can help others as he also collected donations for
GOGGLEBOX star Sandra Martin is bringing her sparkling personality to Bolton – oh yes she is! The grandma who rose to fame on the hit Channel 4 series is starring in the magical fairytale The Snow Queen, which opens at the Albert Halls tomorrow
A NEWLY-FORMED dance troupe fought off fierce competition at a national showcase, and brought home a haul of trophies. Members of Dance Nation Academy (DNA), which opened in May this year, competed at the Dance Factor Championships in Pwhelli, Wales
A CASH boost of £1.3 million has been given to Bolton to help the health services during the winter months. Keeping the flow of patients in hospital moving is critical and people being sicker for longer is generally what backs up hospitals over
SAM Allardyce has revealed how a sports psychologist's job does not begin and end with the playing staff – a club's coaches are the first to go under the microscope. The ex-Wanderers boss was discussing his time at Bolton on Sky Sports' The Debate
