A LAMP post has been damaged after being set on fire in Breightmet. Fire crews were called to Rochester Avenue at around 7.15pm and found that the lamp post's cover had been ripped off and the electrical components inside burnt out. The blaze
PADDY McGuinness says he hopes to do the town proud in his new role hosting Top Gear. The Bolton comedian will host the show alongside Andrew ‘Freddie’ Flintoff it has been revealed. The Take Me Out host and the former cricketer are set to take
PART of the theatre space to the rear of Bolton’s Octagon Theatre was demolished today. The work, which was being carried out to the rear of the theatre in Coronation Street, has meant the closure of the pavement and part of the road in front of
THREE men have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a house was set on fire in Leigh. Officers executed warrants yesterday morning in Leigh and Tyldesley and arrested three men aged 19, 22 and 37. They remain in custody where
Supermarket giant Sainsbury’s has announced a cheeky new range of own brand sex toys. The chain, which prides itself on helping shoppers 'live well for less', is launching its range at 500 stores across the country. It will include three vibrators
A MAN who raped a teenage girl has been jailed for 12 years. Mark Bradley, aged 55, of Wellstock Lane, Little Hulton was sentenced at Manchester Crown Court after admitting raping a 15-year-old girl. On Sunday, September 10, 2017, police were
A multiple vehicle collision caused the M62 to close between Simister Island and Heywood this afternoon. Up to six vehicles may have been involved in the crash but it is understood that no one is injured. Police were called at around 3pm and
WANDERERS have confirmed Gary O’Neil faces at least a fortnight on the side-lines after scans on a calf injury. The midfielder limped out during the first half of Saturday’s 1-1 draw with Rotherham United and could now be replaced by Josh Vela
A CHILLING Halloween could be on the way as forecasters are predicting for temperatures to plummet — and there could even be a chance of snow. Met Office bosses say that thermometers could nose dive at the start of this week, and drivers may face
RESIDENTS in Salford are set to benefit from funerals almost £1,500 cheaper than the national average. The council has partnered with Kane Funeral Service to provide a Salford Residents Funeral Package which has all the elements of a traditional
LEE Lister, site manager at Bellway Homes’ Tudor Grange development in Bury, has been given a National House Building Council (NHBC) Pride in the Job award. To win, site managers must score highly in all areas of the build process including quality
DEMOLITION is underway on a building gutted by fire yesterday morning. The former Great Lever Library in Bradford Road was ravaged by fire in the early hours of Monday morning, causing extensive damage. The roof will be completely removed today
A SILHOUETTE of a soldier has been placed among three oak trees in the grounds Bolton Parish Church in a moving tribute to those who lost their lives fighting for their country. As the town prepares to remember fallen war heroes, the first of five
LACE up your trainers and enjoy a run in one of Bolton’s most picturesque beauty spots. North Bolton Runners, a free and friendly running club for people of all ages and abilities, is staging the Jumbles 5km on Saturday to raise funds for the group
THAT didn’t last long. The kids only just went back to school and now they’re already on October half term. Keeping youngsters entertained as the days get colder and shorter can be a nightmare, especially on a budget. But don’t worry there are plenty
TWO Bolton tennis players have helped an England team win the European Senior Club Championships over-60s in Spain for the first time. The five-strong North West team was captained by Phil Shacklady, from Markland Hill Racquets Club, and included
DEMOLITION is already underway on a building gutted by fire yesterday morning. The former Great Lever Library in Bradford Road was ravaged by fire in the early hours of Monday morning, causing extensive damage. Demolition workers arrived at
IT was a case of no-go in Turton Road and slow-go in Bradshaw Brow during work by cabling company Nynex back in February, 1994. The work led to a barrage of complaints from local residents unhappy with late night and early morning disturbance, as well
CONVINCING a discerning fan they are better to sample live football in the flesh rather than from behind a laptop is becoming an issue of utmost importance for clubs like Wanderers. Though the season ticket holder – that hardiest of breed – will
YOUNGSTERS from across Bolton found out that the sky is the limit and nothing is out of their reach. More than 300 children from local primary schools attended a special presentation, organised by Lynn Williams, headteacher of St Peter's CE School
Following Prime Minister Theresa May’s claims that austerity has reached an end, Seamus McDonnell looks into the impact of funding cuts on Bolton. AUSTERITY cuts have led to a fall in provision for public services and have been linked to stagnating
A SCHOOL garden has been transformed in to a waterfall of red poppies in a poignant memorial to the fallen to commemorate 100 years since the end of World War One. More than 400 poppies have been placed in the grounds of St James’ CE Primary School
WANDERERS Ladies have turned in three stellar cup performances to keep the hope of silverware well and truly alive this season. In total, 19 goals were scored over three games and just one conceded as the Whites made progress on three different
TEENAGE cricketer Ruth Leese made a triumphant comeback from long-term injury as she helped Lancashire Under-17s girls win the national title. The Bolton ace missed virtually the first half of last season due to back and wrist injuries and illness
LUKE Murphy is set to be brought back in from the cold by Phil Parkinson for tomorrow night’s visit of Nottingham Forest. The former Leeds United midfielder has not featured for Wanderers since the 3-0 home defeat to Sheffield United on August 25
