ST Matthew's School's class of 1940 held their 10th reunion at Smithills and Heaton Conservative Club. Around 60 former pupils - including Nat Lofthouse - attended the evening.

The ex-Wanderers footballer provided a ball signed by current Bolton Wanderers players, which was raffled off, raising £117 for the Wheels for Wheels campaign.

The appeal has raised £1,048 so far towards providing specially converted transport for eleven-year-old Thomas Partington who suffers from Muscular Dystrophy.

Donations can be made by contacting Gwyneth Cleworth on 01204 845649.

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