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Major incident on motorway after lorry crashes through barriers onto bank below

A MAJOR emergency incident is ongoing on the M6 after a lorry crashed off Thelwall Viaduct onto the embankment below. All traffic heading northbound was temporarily held from around 7pm as emergency services closed the motorway. This follows

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Virgin Media O2 customers to get premium TV channels for free this month

This month, Virgin Media O2 customers will be able to watch premium TV channels for free. Starting on Tuesday, October 1 until Thursday, October 31, channels that would usually come with an extra charge will be completely free. The free channels

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Cadbury issues update on return of popular chocolate bar discontinued in 2008

From Aztec and Spira chocolate bars to Dairy Milk Egg 'n' Spoons, there have been a number of products discontinued by Cadbury over the years. The confectionery company is responsible for a range of popular chocolates including Freddos, Boost,

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Weather warnings: Area near Bolton primary school expected to flood

Flood alerts and a warning have been issued for Bolton tomorrow as rain is expected to carry through to October 1. Bessy Brook at Lostock, is under an official warning according to Gov.uk, meaning flooding is expected for the area near Lostock

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COMMENT: Why the online abuse at Bolton Wanderers has just got to stop

PASSION is what fuels football, it is why hundreds of supporters will make a 300-mile round trip to Northampton, and it is why thousands more will turn up at the Toughsheet this weekend. Every person who buys a ticket has a stake. They have the

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PRESS CONFERENCE LIVE: Hear from Evatt ahead of Northampton trip

Hear from Wanderers boss Ian Evatt ahead of his side's trip to Northampton Town.

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Which? reveals top 5 tips to tackle Ofgem price cap rise as energy bills soar

Millions of people already struggling with the cost of living crisis will face further pressures from today as energy bills are set to rise by £149. Energy bills will rise by £149 for the average household from today after Ofgem announced it would

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ITV channels 'no longer available' on TV boxes from this week - see those affected

ITV1 and ITV2 will disappear from certain TV boxes across the UK this week due a satellite service upgrade. The broadcaster has completed an "all-HD" upgrade for satellite viewers, meaning that SD on satellite will no longer be available as of

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Woman issues warning as she fears catching Covid eight times made her bald

A shop worker claims catching covid right times left her completely bald. Selfie-loving Lydia Morley says she loved taking snaps of herself until her long, thick brown hair began thinning and falling out in the shower in November last year.

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BBC apologises to former Strictly Come Dancing contestant Amanda Abbington

The BBC has apologised to former Strictly Come Dancing contestant Amanda Abbington, saying it had assessed and “upheld some, but not all” of her complaints about Giovanni Pernice’s behaviour during her time on the show. Sherlock actress Abbington

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Aldi offering customers chance to get a year's shopping for free - here's how

Aldi has announced that it will be launching a scheme where one lucky person will get a year's worth of shopping for free at the supermarket. This will be delivered through the Aldi Superfan card, where the supermarket's most loyal customer can

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Crashes and localised flooding leads to a chaotic day on the town's roads

Torrential rain brought chaos to roads today with flooding across the town with a number of crashes reported. Bradshaw Road was closed off by police at around midday after a smash involving a minibus and another vehicle, according to Greater Manchester

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Northampton boss on Bolton 'challenge' and if new signing could feature

Northampton boss Jon Brady wants his side to take on the challenge heading into a demanding week. The Cobblers will be hoping for a positive result against the Whites before heading to Wrexham at the weekend. Brady’s side have taken eight points

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Wanderers stand by Santos after reports of online abuse aimed at players' family

IAN Evatt has put his full backing behind Ricardo Santos after it emerged the defender and his family have been targeted by vile online abuse. The Bolton boss – who also revealed his own 12-year-old son has been targeted – has appealed for calm

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AA warns 'not to fall' for new 'emergency car kit' scam email- what to look for

The AA has issued a warning to consumers about a phishing scam email that informs them that they have won an emergency car kit. The warning comes as a small number of phishing emails began circulating last week. However, more fake emails were

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TEAM NEWS: Wanderers handed Lolos boost for Northampton trip

Klaidi Lolos is back available for selection as Wanderers’ hectic schedule continues with a trip to Northampton. The versatile midfielder has been out of action since suffering an ankle injury against Leyton Orient on the opening day. Lolos

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RECAP: Delays after crashes on Bolton's roads as weather warning issued

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Firefighters rescued from vehicle after crashing into wall

FIREFIGHTERS had to be rescued from their vehicle after it crashed into a wall while out on an emergency call. At around 10.20pm on Sunday, September 29, a fire engine collided with a wall on Manchester Road, near the junction with Chapel Street

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Kidsgrove spoil Clegg's homecoming at Atherton Colls

A goal early in the second half for visitors Kidsgrove settled a close affair and ruined the much anticipated homecoming of Atherton Collieries boss Michael Clegg. It was a first competitive fixture at the Dreams2Reality for Colls in more than

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Benkenstein admits it’s a tough task ahead for relegated Lancs

Lancashire head coach Dale Benkenstein admits he faces a big job turning fortunes around at Emirates Old Trafford after the Red Rose were relegated from Division One of the County Championship. A draw at Worcestershire on Sunday was not enough

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Hill lost for words after Daisy are humbled at LR

Daisy Hill suffered a night to forget on Friday evening when they fell to a 6-0 defeat away to Atherton LR in the North West Counties League First Division North. First-half goals from Tom Romano, Joe Bacon and Owen Green gave the home side a three-goal

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‘It’s therapeutic to walk here’: Reaction amid consultation on plans for 4,750 homes

Development plans to build up to 4,750 homes on green belt land in Bury are set for a fresh public consultation - and locals out for a walk near one of the earmarked sites have had their say. Guidance on how the council wants to see sites at Elton

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How you can lower your energy bills and what help is available for you

British households are facing increasing energy costs this winter after the regulator raised its price cap in October. Ofgem’s price cap is rising by £149 from the current £1,568 a year for a typical household in England, Scotland and Wales to

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'Check your change' - Rare coin sells for more than 300 times face value on eBay

We are all being urged to check our wallets and down the back of our sofas after a 50p coin sold for more than 300 times its value at auction this week. The 50p coin in question was released in 2009 to mark 250 years since the opening of Kew Gardens

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Jones delighted to give the Crilly Park fans a goal glut

Atherton LR boss Dave Jones was naturally delighted after seeing his in-form side win Friday’s home derby against Daisy Hill 6-0. The North West Counties League First Division North leaders were comprehensive victors and Jones praised his team’

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Drivers stopped for speeding as police continue crackdown in Bolton

Police continued their crackdown on speeding – this time targeting roads in Westhoughton. Officers conducted roadside speed checks yesterday (September 29) after residents raised concerns about speeding traffic on certain roads. Five drivers

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Hundreds of Brits take legal action against luxury hotel over stomach bug

Nearly a thousand British holidaymakers are taking legal action after being struck down with gastric illnesses while staying at luxury hotels in Cape Verde. A staggering 926 people have come forward over the last three years to say they fell seriously

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Strictly Come Dancing fans furious after 'one of the most shocking results ever'

Olympic champion Tom Dean has become the first celebrity to be eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing 2024 and fans are furious about it. Following the public vote, the gold-medallist swimmer, 24, faced singer and actress Toyah Willcox, 66, in the

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BBC licence fee prosecutions could be scrapped in shake-up by ministers

Ministers are reportedly looking to scrap BBC licence fee prosecutions over fears that women are disproportionally affected. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy and Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood are thought to have concerns over the whole system.

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Five big money changes coming in October from energy bills to the budget

Households across the UK are facing another winter of financial uncertainty as energy bills are set to rise again this week. But that is not the only thing set to change in October. There is further uncertainty around the economy with Rachel

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Bolton drug dealers played key role in Class A drugs operation

Three Bolton drug dealers who played a key role in a Welsh organised crime gang have been sentenced to years in prison. David Halliwell, Jason Flannigan, and Heather Flannigan, all based in Bolton, transported drugs including heroin and cocaine

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Lostock AC trio take to the streets of Warrington to race

Lostock AC members travelled to Warrington to take part in the Runthrough Warrington Running Festival where participants could compete in a range of events covering different distances. Rachel Hancock completed the half-marathon which started in

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Exact date John Thomson returns to Corrie for Gail Platt's exit storyline

The exact date Jesse Chadwick, played by comedian and actor John Thomson arrives in Weatherfield for Gail Platt's final storyline on Coronation Street has been revealed. Jesse's return comes just as his ex Eileen Grimshaw heads back to the cobbles

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Fan's View: Vile abuse has to be given the red card

Barely 48 hours after getting home from our big night out at the Emirates, over 1,000 Wanderers fans were on the road again for the long, gruelling journey to the Broadfield Stadium, Crawley - a first for many as we had only played there once in the

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Bolton organisation celebrates 30 years of fighting loneliness in the elderly

A Halliwell charity has hit a 30-year milestone helping the elderly fight loneliness. Halliwell Befriending Service celebrated its 30th anniversary in style at the Roundhouse with elderly service users and supporters across the community. More

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Celebrating everything that is great about this Bolton area

The people of Astley Bridge staged a special celebration to highlight the organisations and people who make it a great place. The Pride of Astley Bridge Awards took place this month, showcasing the very best of the area. The event, which was

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AI being used in the treatment of Bolton patients with lifesaving results

AI - artificial intelligence - is being used in the treatment of patients in Bolton after a ground-breaking study in the detection of cancer cells. Bolton NHS Foundation Trust has taken part in a major trial that uses artificial intelligence to

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Independent Islamic school up for approval on car park

A decision is due on an application for a religious school for up to 200 students to be built on a 6,000sq/m site in Bolton. The Hadhrat Shaykh Muhammad Zakariyya Foundation is applying for planning permission for the site on Dinsdale Drive.

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Bolton boxer Amir Khan's honour at being recognised for achievements

Bolton boxer Amir Khan was celebrated for his charitable efforts at this year's Asian Achievers Awards. The 22nd Asian Achievers Awards brought together more than 500 distinguished guests from around the world. Hosted by former Eastenders star

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Prison psychiatrist: ‘I’ve worked with 50 murderers, they had one thing in common’

A professor with 20 years of experience working as a GP and five working as a prison psychiatrist has revealed his insight into increasing violence in young people. Visiting professor at the University of Bolton, Bob Johnson, spent five years working

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Ian Evatt sets out what he wants from Wanderers after hard-fought Crawley win

IAN Evatt is keen to rediscover a ‘clean sheet mentality’ at Wanderers after carving out an important win at Crawley Town. The Bolton boss praised his team’s defensive resolve and tactical execution after departing from his regular gameplan at

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Bolton tops UK for access to care for painful condition

Bolton tops the UK for access to care for a hormonal condition that is a leading cause of infertility, according to a new study. About one in ten women have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), according to the NHS. And a study by Fertility Family

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The number of people in Bolton waiting for an organ donation - and the lives saved

Over the last 30 years more than 4,700 lives in Greater Manchester have been saved and for Bolton that number is more than 500 lives in Bolton district borough. A total of 279 of those saved in Bolton are still alive today. Sadly 104 people from

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'Amazing staff and volunteers' help crown hospice charity shop as region's best

A charity shop that helps fund the vital work done by Bolton Hospice has won a major award. The Bolton Hospice charity shop on Hillview Road, Astley Bridge was one of 6,500 outlets across the country to be nominated for the UK’s Favourite Charity

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Bolton Business of the Year revealed at awards ceremony

Highlight of the awards is undoubtedly the Business of the Year Award, sponsored by MBDA. Assembly Solutions Ltd were the deserved winner. The firm uses ‘automatic high-speed machinery’ to produce wire and cable preparation in ‘seconds’.

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Pair linked with 'drugs line' to 'make easy money' dealing heroin and crack

Two men were connected to a “drugs line” that spread heroin and crack cocaine across Bolton, a court has heard. Nasim Ail, 20, and Nathan Crickson, 43, had both been involved in the illicit trade in hard drugs in the town throughout 2023. But

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Stanmore Insurance win Apprenticeships Training and Skills award

Stanmore Insurance took home the prize for training up the next generation. Sponsored by Stateside Foods, this award honours firms which go the distance in investing in the very best training. The insurance agency in Little Lever, 30 High Street

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Landlord explains why pub is shut and why he has moved on

A Bolton pub has closed after the landlord left over building issues which he said caused mushrooms to grow inside, mould to cover walls, and a ceiling to collapse in front of the main entrance. Pub landlord Craig Pinion took over the Cheetham

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John McAtee's off the mark and keeping the Wanderers' strike force happy

KEEPING Wanderers’ strike force happy is not a straightforward exercise – but Ian Evatt believes he is making progress. After switching from a front three to a front two, opportunities for the four specialist forwards on Bolton’s books come at

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Bedrooms 'disappeared' into forgotten Farnworth mineshaft

In Looking Back in the past we have carried stories about sink holes suddenly appearing around Bolton. Worsley Road, Farnworth collapse, 1964 (Picture: Newsquest) But this photo, from January 1964, perhaps illustrates one of the most serious