A WASHING machine caused extensive smoke damage to a house in Douglas Close, Bolton. Bolton firefighter Dave Greenwood said: "We got a call about 3pm on Saturday and spent half-an-hour at the scene. "The motor of the washing machine had
ALAN Johnson’s figures are highly selective and too simplistic. He quotes the minimum UK pension, but the figures for Spain, France and Germany are not the minimums. In these countries the minimum is higher than the UK but not by much. He
Q. I’m off to a couple of festivals soon – any tips on how I can look after my teeth on the go? A. With the excitement that going to a music festival brings, you can be forgiven for not packing the right essentials in order to ensure that you can
POLICE are making enquiries after recovering a stolen car. Traffic officers found the silver Toyota Yaris in Gilnow Lane, Deane. The car was an outstanding stolen vehicle and it was being driven around on false registration plates. GMP Traffic
ROD Stewart wowed the University of Bolton Stadium last night but some the traffic got more mixed reviews from concert-goers. De Havilland Way was closed at the junction of A6, which meant buses were not able to access Middlebrook. There was
Today's picture from our archives shows gunners of the 253 Field Regt RA, the Bolton Artillery, uploading an eight-ton cannon outside the Drill Hall's Bradshawgate entrance in 1955. The cannon was from the Firwood Hall Hotel in Bolton, where it had
THERE aren't many TV shows which could survive several different presenting line-ups, and still be going after dozens of series. And yet Top Gear is about to rev up for its 27th run on BBC Two. It's an all-new trio at the helm, including Bolton
A MAN was arrested for suspected car crimes in the early hours of Saturday morning. Police officers in Atherton arrested the person in Yew Tree Avenue, Atherton at 2.15am. The suspect was arrested on suspicion of vehicle interference and attempted
A CAR was seized by police after being driven without insurance, tax or a valid licence. Traffic officers stopped a blue car in Manchester Road, outside Safestore Self Storage, on Friday night. The driver of the car was found to have no driving
CLAYTON Donaldson has sent a message of thanks to Wanderers as he wrapped up a move to boyhood club Bradford City. The 35-year-old striker spent just one season at Wanderers, scoring twice in 34 games in all competitions. His time at the University
FIRE crews were called to a car fire in the early hours of Saturday morning. Firefighters from Farnworth Community Fire Station were alerted to the fire just before 3am. They attended Greenfold Avenue in Farnworth and extinguished the fire using
FIREFIGHTERS tackled a camper van fire in Farnworth on Friday night. Crews from Farnworth Community Fire Station were called to Lark Hill at around 11.30pm, following reports that a camper van was on fire A spokesman for the station confirmed
START: Hoddlesden village. Roadside parking near the Ranken Arms pub. Hoddlesden is situated on minor roads 1½ miles east of Darwen. DISTANCE: 3 miles (allow 1½ hours) MAP: OS Explorer 287 West Pennine Moors HIDDEN in the folds of the West
DAVID Wheater says he would want to stay at Wanderers if the club rediscovers some stability under new ownership. The Bolton skipper is a free agent this summer and has already had interest from clubs in the Championship and League One. Financial
Chris Hutchinson sets sail on a voyage of adventure..... THE Hutchinson’s were united in choice of holiday - an unusual occurrence but a Baltic cruise appealed to us both. We looked at a number of cruises, and agreed, Fred .Olsen Cruise Lines’ itinerary
WITH Father’s Day approaching, I have been working on Sunday’s restaurant menu this week and trying to come up with some suitable dishes to please the male contingent. Sadly my beloved dad is no longer with us but he always appreciated a good steak
OUR recent news story on how Martin Barton built an 8ft model of the Titanic in his front room reminded us of the wealth of model-making talent in Bolton over the years. From a tribute to the Royal Wedding by the Northern Branch of the British Model
A CONTROVERSIAL doctor from Bolton is set to appear before his professional watchdog for a third time - to answer claims he wrongly gave out medication to three patients. Dr Simon Caswell is also being probed over an allegation he failed to admit
A MAN who waged a campaign of harassment against Bolton MP Yasmin Qureshi has been jailed for 56 days after losing an appeal against conviction. During a three day hearing before two justices and Judge Simon Medland QC at Preston Crown Court Ms
While the weather is a washout, there's nothing like a soft play area to keep the little ones entertained. From traditional play frames and slides to car tracks and mini golf, there's something for everyone. Here are five top picks. Amazonia
A BOLTON cafe has launched a Father's Day special fit for a king. The 'Roast Dinner Burger' combines a traditional carvery meal complete with a Yorkshire pudding and gravy, and a burger. The calorific delight is on the menu at Dolce Café
MORE than £1,600 has been raised for a baby memorial garden which was destroyed by vandals. The baby memorial at Bolton hospital was damaged beyond repair in March and council staff shocked by the destruction have raised £1,638 with a raffle.
Heaton's hotly-tipped Khaleel Majid will get his chance to shine on the big stage next month. ‘The Major’ will have his fourth professional fight at the Manchester Arena on Saturday, July 6 as part of a Matchroom Boxing bill being televised live
A VILLAGE pre-school is quenching these toddlers' thirst for knowledge. Inquisitive youngsters keen to explore the world around them are being given an outstanding and fun start to their learning journey. For they all attend Scallywags Pre-School
BRAZEN drug dealing in Smithills has reached "epidemic proportions", angry residents say. The issue was revealed as the most urgent concern of Smithills residents at a special meeting called to address crime in the area. One householder told
TONIGHT hundreds of people will set off on a poignant walk. The annual Midnight Memories Walk in aid of Bolton Hospice is this evening and the walkers will be marching to remember those they have lost, in support of those who are ill and in solidarity
A HISTORIC hall will be alive with the Sound of Music next week as Bolton Schools' Music Festival takes to the stage. Children and young people from across Bolton will hit the right note alongside ensembles from Bolton Music Service in a five-night
"THIS is going to be a good night, I can feel it in my water," said the legend that is Sir Rod Stewart. And he was right, writes Neil Brandwood Friday evening's concert at the University of Bolton Stadium was quite simply magnificent. Although
