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Stories for 7 February 2007
Accrington
Company takeover will create 20 jobs
TWENTY jobs are to be created in Blackburn by a company involved in the £1million rescue of Accrington firm Automotive Applied Technologies (AAT). more...
Amateur Soccer
Local clubs in Charity Cup draw
The draw for the Atherton Charity Cup will take place at Atherton Collieries on Thursday, February 15, at 8pm. more...
Local clubs in Charity Cup draw
The draw for the Atherton Charity Cup will take place at Atherton Collieries on Thursday, February 15, at 8pm. more...
Angela Kelly
Joe and Co skating on success
WELL done to young Joe Cowie and his supporters and to Bolton's councillors for the go-ahead on a skatepark for the town. more...
Asda should withdraw size zero
IT'S disappointing to see that Asda's Burnden store is stocking size-zero clothes. more...
Irritating but unmissable
IF you're looking for an anti-role model for today's young females switch on to "WAGS Boutique" on ITV2 on Tuesday evenings. more...
One-lane is not right way
THERE has simply got to be a better way of making Bolton's main roads safer than reducing them to one lane. more...
Tributes to 'Flecky' say it all
ONE thing is very plain from the tragic death of local man Adrian Fletcher in Mexico - the man was much-loved. more...
New Street style
BLOOMIN' eck, Janice, what have you done to yourself? more...
Athletics Round-Up
Rachel to run in her dad's memory
SUPERFIT Rachel Edwards is taking part in a charity run in memory of her late father, who died of a heart attack after being set upon by a gang of youths. more...
Bacup
Help to manage health issues
PEOPLE in Rossendale with long-term health problems are being offered help to better manage their condition by joining the Expert Patients Programme. more...
Barnoldswick
Public to have say on CCTV
RESIDENTS are being urged to have their say on the future of CCTV in five Pendle towns. more...
Parks team out to give it large
MORE large-scale public events are set to be staged in Pendle's parks after council chiefs applied to hold performances all year round. more...
Barrowford
Dairy bosses say closure was unnecessary
BOSSES of a Barrowford dairy which closed over EU regulations have hit out after a u-turn which meant they would not have needed to shut. more...
Blackburn
Musical map of East Lancashire
AN EAST Lancashire roadmap of rock has been drawn up, charting the A-list acts who have staged concerts in the area. more...
Row as traffic cops were off at party
A ROW has been prompted because all the traffic police in Blackburn, Hyndburn and the Ribble Valley were off duty on Friday night to attend a party. more...
Police hunt for serial arsonist
AN arsonist who has set fire to three flats in a community is being hunted by detectives. more...
Princess Anne to visit Blackburn
PRINCESS Anne will visit Blackburn next month to see the work being done in the borough to help carers. more...
Downhill racer really on the up
A BLACKBURN soldier has impressed with his skiing skills thanks to an Army event in the French Alps. more...
Company takeover will create 20 jobs
TWENTY jobs are to be created in Blackburn by a company involved in the £1million rescue of Accrington firm Automotive Applied Technologies (AAT). more...
Fury of family who’ve been kept in the dark
A STREET has spent six months in darkness after developers failed to properly finish the estate. more...
New super laundry feeling the pressure
THE £3 million super-laundry at Blackburn's new super hospital keeps breaking down, bosses have admitted. more...
Blackburn Hawks
Mixed week for Hawks
Blackburn Hawks endured a weekend of mixed fortunes defeating Whitley Warriors in a cracking cup tie on Saturday, but falling against fierce rivals Flintshire Freeze in the league 24 hours later. more...
Blackpool News
Man charged over Prom murder
A 23-year-old man has been charged with the murder of a man found battered to death on Blackpool Promenade. more...
Bolton News
Farmer leaves dead animals to rot
A FARMER who left dozens of animal carcasses rotting on his land has been ordered to carry out 200 hours of community service. more...
Arson attack at health centre
A HEALTH centre has been thrown into chaos after being targeted by arsonists. more...
Freezing weather warning to drivers
DRIVERS are being warned to take care and plan their journeys following forecasts of sub zero temperatures and snow tonight and tomorrow. more...
I didn't mean to attack Bolton - MP
OUTSPOKEN Labour MP Diane Abbott says her claim on television that Bolton Council "dump all their Asians on one estate" was taken out of context. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Rare owl spotted yet again
A RARE European eagle owl has been spotted again in Bolton. more...
Birthday joy for 1lb baby Sam
A FIRST birthday is always a special occasion - but for one Bolton family it is a day they feared they would never see. more...
Ice bandits steal 20 cars
ICE bandits have stolen 20 vehicles in Greater Manchester in just two days. more...
VIDEO: Wednesday's The Bolton News TV Bulletin
Today's The Bolton News TV bulletin is online now. more...
Reservoir footpath closed to walkers
A POPULAR footpath at Rivington will be closed for three weeks to allow water supplier United Utilities to modernise its reservoirs. more...
Our Fred takes over from Our Fred
TELEVISION weatherman Fred Talbot has taken over from the late Fred Dibnah as president of the Manchester Bolton and Bury Canal Society. more...
Rachel to run in her dad's memory
SUPERFIT Rachel Edwards is taking part in a charity run in memory of her late father, who died of a heart attack after being set upon by a gang of youths. more...
Living happily ever after
LOVE is in the air for couples who will be put in the spotlight in a Valentine's exhibition. more...
Bad ties will help hospice appeal
OFFICE workers and school pupils are being urged to leave their good fashion sense at home in order to raise money for the Garden of Tranquillity appeal. more...
Wrestlers get a grip for charity
A TEENAGE charity champion has found a place to hold a fundraising wrestling tournament. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Residents urged to seek police help
RESIDENTS are being urged to make use of a neighbourhood police team. more...
Nurse Francis is going strong after 40 years
MORE than 40 years ago, auxiliary nurse Francis Grundy started her first shift. more...
Residents' fears for beauty spot
Objection to plans for stable block more...
'Mad Dog' book out soon
AN AUTOBIOGRAPHY of former terror chief Johnny "Mad Dog" Adair is to be published next month. more...
Tories' £250,000 plan for managed skatepark
A WAR has broken out over the provision of a skatepark for Bolton's teenagers after Tory leaders announced their own plans for a town centre venue. more...
Clamp on teen street drinkers
UNDERAGE drinkers are being targeted in a crackdown in Radcliffe. more...
Soccer stars at the movies
TWO football stars of the past will be accompanying the European Champions League trophy when it comes to Middlebrook tomorrow. more...
Fake poison vodka bottles alert in Bolton
COUNTERFEIT vodka containing lethal chemicals could be in circulation across Bolton. more...
Spikey's changed, how about you?
COMEDIAN Dave Spikey is giving his support to Fairtrade Fortnight later this month, with the challenge "I've changed, how about you?" more...
Fat squad in blitz on pupils
SQUADS of fat fighters have been set up in Bolton in the battle against childhood obesity. more...
Talks to avert librarian strike
DISCUSSIONS are taking place in a bid to avert industrial action in libraries including those in Leigh and Atherton. more...
Teacher Stuart to say farewell to school gym
TEACHER Stuart Bowman cannot leave his front door without bumping into his former pupils. more...
When our football heroes were more give than take...
IN an age when top footballers are multi-millionaires, you could be forgiven for wondering why charities exist to support retired stars. But go back 50 years and the rewards were not nearly the same. more...
Teachers call for freedom to teach
TEACHERS in Bolton have called for greater freedom to teach. more...
Hopes for ID scanners in all pubs after trial success
UNDERAGE drinkers have been turned away from a Bolton town centre pub thanks to a new ID card scanner. more...
Warning about the danger of electric blankets
FIREMEN are warning people of the potential dangers of electric blankets following a fire at a house in Cornwall Drive, Bury on Monday evening. more...
Iddon backs moves to secure peace in Kashmir
MOVES to secure peace in Kashmir have been backed by Bolton South-east MP, Dr Brian Iddon. more...
Guest speaker announced
FORMER police head of driver training and collision reconstruction, Gordon Robertson will be guest speaker at Bolton Advanced Motorist's next meeting. more...
Witches whip round for cancer charity
THERE was plenty of ghoulish goings on at Rivington Barn when the witches of Adlington descended on the leisure complex. more...
Man saved from burning house by firefighters
FIREFIGHTERS battled through flames to rescue a man from his blazing home. more...
Eddie's briefs blushes
THERE'LL be no sparing father-of-two Eddie Ward's blushes in the run-up to Valentine's Day. more...
Living happily ever after
LOVE is in the air for couples who will be put in the spotlight in a Valentine's exhibition. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Ice bandits steal 20 cars
ICE bandits have stolen 20 vehicles in Greater Manchester in just two days. more...
Our Fred takes over from Our Fred
TELEVISION weatherman Fred Talbot has taken over from the late Fred Dibnah as president of the Manchester Bolton and Bury Canal Society. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Clamp on teen street drinkers
UNDERAGE drinkers are being targeted in a crackdown in Radcliffe. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Ice bandits steal 20 cars
ICE bandits have stolen 20 vehicles in Greater Manchester in just two days. more...
Our Fred takes over from Our Fred
TELEVISION weatherman Fred Talbot has taken over from the late Fred Dibnah as president of the Manchester Bolton and Bury Canal Society. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Brierfield
Public to have say on CCTV
RESIDENTS are being urged to have their say on the future of CCTV in five Pendle towns. more...
Buckshaw News
Station design on track
Buckshaw Village's new railway station was firmly on track this week when council chiefs signalled the launch of design and development work with Network Rail for the exciting facility. more...
Burnley
‘Toxic waste in canisters' scare
FIREFIGHTERS were called to Mitella Street, Burnley, at 2.30pm yesterday, after reports were received that canisters of toxic waste were leaking. more...
Musical map of East Lancashire
AN EAST Lancashire roadmap of rock has been drawn up, charting the A-list acts who have staged concerts in the area. more...
Four-car pile-up shuts busy road
Several motorists escaped uninjured after a crash involving at least four cars in Burnley. more...
Pensioner died as car collapsed
A PENSIONER was crushed to death after a car he was repairing fell on him, an inquest concluded. more...
Bury News
Mill rubbish fire is still smouldering
A FIRE outside a Radcliffe mill is still smouldering - nearly two weeks after it began. more...
Ice bandits steal 20 cars
ICE bandits have stolen 20 vehicles in Greater Manchester in just two days. more...
Our Fred takes over from Our Fred
TELEVISION weatherman Fred Talbot has taken over from the late Fred Dibnah as president of the Manchester Bolton and Bury Canal Society. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Clamp on teen street drinkers
UNDERAGE drinkers are being targeted in a crackdown in Radcliffe. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Mill rubbish fire is still smouldering
A FIRE outside a Radcliffe mill is still smouldering - nearly two weeks after it began. more...
Ice bandits steal 20 cars
ICE bandits have stolen 20 vehicles in Greater Manchester in just two days. more...
Our Fred takes over from Our Fred
TELEVISION weatherman Fred Talbot has taken over from the late Fred Dibnah as president of the Manchester Bolton and Bury Canal Society. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Clamp on teen street drinkers
UNDERAGE drinkers are being targeted in a crackdown in Radcliffe. more...
Better deal for council
FINANCE bosses are to lend more of Bury taxpayers' money, and for longer, to banks and building societies. more...
Transit fire
AN electrical fault caused a van to burst into flames in Whitefield on Friday night. more...
Ice bandits steal 20 cars
ICE bandits have stolen 20 vehicles in Greater Manchester in just two days. more...
Our Fred takes over from Our Fred
TELEVISION weatherman Fred Talbot has taken over from the late Fred Dibnah as president of the Manchester Bolton and Bury Canal Society. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Business News
Company takeover will create 20 jobs
TWENTY jobs are to be created in Blackburn by a company involved in the £1million rescue of Accrington firm Automotive Applied Technologies (AAT). more...
Pie’s the limit as Pat steps down
The chief executive of Northern Foods, the parent company of Baxenden's Holland's Pies, has stepped down. more...
Former boss of NWAA receives honour
THE ex-boss of the North West Aerospace Alliance has been honoured at a presentation. more...
Caroline Dutton
Discrimination is bad but so is being too PC
AS FAR as political hot potatoes go, the issue of discrimination is foil-wrapped and smoking in East Lancashire at the moment. more...
Charnock Richard News
New £3m ride for Camelot
Camelot Theme Park is to get a spectacular new white-knuckle ride even though the attraction is due to close in five years. more...
Chorley Fc News
Keeper jinx hits Magpies again
Chorley's goalkeeping jinx struck again on Saturday as recent signing John Ogden, the Magpies' 13th keeper of the season, picked up an injury. more...
Magpies sign left-back
Chorley manager Gerry Luczka has signed one of his former players - experienced left-back Andy Heald, from Radcliffe Borough. more...
Chorley News
Moving gift for children's hospice
Benevolent Chorley businesswoman Lorraine Robinson is giving thousands of pounds from her newly-launched estate agency to Derian House children's hospice. more...
Borough leaders sign 'respect' charter
Leading politicians in the town have signed up to a new community charter and are urging residents to do the same. more...
Church opens door to all faiths
A Chorley church is throwing open its doors to welcome members from the ethnic community. more...
More pupils sent home
The number of days lost by pupil temporarily excluded from Chorley primary schools rocketed last year by 64 per cent. more...
Mum backs under-threat support group
A young mum has joined the campaign to save a family support organisation which is facing a serious cash crisis after losing its Lottery funding. more...
They’re all going to Gozo
A Chorley school is gearing up for an expedition to the Maltese island of Gozo this summer. more...
Cadets to join new regiment
The Chorley detachment of Lancashire Army Cadet Force are to become part of the newly-formed Duke of Lancaster's Regiment. more...
Church
My great penguin’s happy feet
A GIANT model penguin is migrating south for the remainder of the winter in a bid to cheer up children. more...
Blueprint is unveiled to regenerate 'gateway'
A DEVELOPER has been appointed to mastermind the long-awaited regeneration of a "neglected" gateway to Hyndburn. more...
Clarets News
Cahill backs Djemba-Djemba to be a hit
FORMER Burnley favourite Gary Cahill believes Eric Djemba-Djemba cannot fail to benefit from his loan spell with the Clarets. more...
Clitheroe
Chance to break grip of crime
A Clitheroe woman who had breached anti-social behaviour orders on 15 previous occasions has been given a chance to break the cycle of offending. more...
Crash teenager's condition still ‘serious’
A TEENAGER who escaped death when a tree stopped his car from plunging 60ft on to a railway line remains in the Royal Blackburn Hospital with serious leg injuries. more...
Auction will be as lively as normal
BOSSES of Clitheroe Auction Mart have said the Wednesday night sales will be as lively as ever despite the ban on poultry sales in the wake of the avian flu outbreak. more...
Homebase 'would bring £18m' to town
BOSSES of Homebase told a public inquiry that Clitheroe would miss out on £18m of spending if plans for a store were not approved. more...
Colne
Public to have say on CCTV
RESIDENTS are being urged to have their say on the future of CCTV in five Pendle towns. more...
Parks team out to give it large
MORE large-scale public events are set to be staged in Pendle's parks after council chiefs applied to hold performances all year round. more...
Minute’s silence for match-death keeper
FOOTBALL bosses have backed a team's plan to hold a tribute in memory of a goalkeeper who collapsed and died during a game. more...
Comedy
Starr show
Back on the road with his new show is the legend that is Freddie Starr. Catch him in Preston on April 5. more...
Cricket Round-Up
Charlton takes the Association helm
John Charlson has been elected the new president of the Bolton Cricket Association. more...
Ronnie Irani speaking date
Atherton Cricket Club is holding a sporting evening with Ronnie Irani at Leigh Masonic Hall on Saturday, February 24. more...
Charlton takes the Association helm
John Charlson has been elected the new president of the Bolton Cricket Association. more...
Ronnie Irani speaking date
Atherton Cricket Club is holding a sporting evening with Ronnie Irani at Leigh Masonic Hall on Saturday, February 24. more...
Darwen
Pensioner's charity CD success
Pensioner Steve Simpson has released his first music single at the age of 71 - and raised £500 for charity in the process. more...
'Truants caught on stolen bikes'
THREE 11-14 year-olds were caught truanting from school riding on suspected stolen bikes, police said. more...
Labour hit back over leisure centre claims
A COUNCIL leader said her Labour planning committee members would decide the Darwen Leisure Centre application on its own merits. more...
Company takeover will create 20 jobs
TWENTY jobs are to be created in Blackburn by a company involved in the £1million rescue of Accrington firm Automotive Applied Technologies (AAT). more...
360 degree view from Darwen tower
Standing 85ft tall on top of a hill 1,200ft high, Darwen tower is one of East Lancashire’s best viewpoints. Watch our 360 degree video from the top. more...
Earby News
Public to have say on CCTV
RESIDENTS are being urged to have their say on the future of CCTV in five Pendle towns. more...
East Lancashire News
Hospital trust set to ‘break even’
EAST Lancashire's hospital authority is set to steer clear of debts during a financial year for the first time, a finance boss believes. more...
Musical map of East Lancashire
AN EAST Lancashire roadmap of rock has been drawn up, charting the A-list acts who have staged concerts in the area. more...
Euxton News
Blaze closes popular pub
A popular village pub was forced to close after it was damaged by fire on Monday evening. more...
Events In And Around Leigh
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Ronnie Irani speaking date
Atherton Cricket Club is holding a sporting evening with Ronnie Irani at Leigh Masonic Hall on Saturday, February 24. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Ronnie Irani speaking date
Atherton Cricket Club is holding a sporting evening with Ronnie Irani at Leigh Masonic Hall on Saturday, February 24. more...
Peter's talk on folklore
THE Atherton Heritage Society will hear Peter Watson speak on North Country Folklore and Superstitions at their next meeting on Tuesday at 7.30pm in St Richard's Jubilee Hall, Atherton. Admission is members £1, non-members £1.50. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Ewood News
Company takeover will create 20 jobs
TWENTY jobs are to be created in Blackburn by a company involved in the £1million rescue of Accrington firm Automotive Applied Technologies (AAT). more...
Forthcoming Gigs
‘We were never fashionable folk’
After 40 years of gigging, you'd expect folk rock legends Fairport Convention to be ready for their pipes and slippers. Not likely - they're on the road and coming to Preston on March 9. We spoke to fiddler Ric Sanders. more...
Garden Of Tranquility
Bad ties will help hospice appeal
OFFICE workers and school pupils are being urged to leave their good fashion sense at home in order to raise money for the Garden of Tranquillity appeal. more...
Gig Guide
Show has a Whole Lotta rock classics
WIDELY regarded as one of the country's top tribute bands, Whole Lotta Led, are rocking into Blackburn on February 9. more...
Hapton News
Crash teenager's condition still ‘serious’
A TEENAGER who escaped death when a tree stopped his car from plunging 60ft on to a railway line remains in the Royal Blackburn Hospital with serious leg injuries. more...
Haslingden
Motorist scalped in crash
A MOTORIST was scalped after her car crashed into several parked vehicles and a house. more...
Plasterer, 36, killed in hotel plunge
A PLASTERER from Rossendale has died after falling from the fourth floor of a London hotel. more...
Museum plan now has power to proceed
AN HISTORIC former cotton mill can finally be transformed into a museum now that electricity has been restored - after four years. more...
Health
Hospital trust set to ‘break even’
EAST Lancashire's hospital authority is set to steer clear of debts during a financial year for the first time, a finance boss believes. more...
Help to manage health issues
PEOPLE in Rossendale with long-term health problems are being offered help to better manage their condition by joining the Expert Patients Programme. more...
New super laundry feeling the pressure
THE £3 million super-laundry at Blackburn's new super hospital keeps breaking down, bosses have admitted. more...
TV doctor's bird flu advice
Bird flu has hit Britain - but what is the truth behind the headlines? In this video, TV GP Dr Hilary Jones gives us the facts. more...
Health News
Birthday joy for 1lb baby Sam
A FIRST birthday is always a special occasion - but for one Bolton family it is a day they feared they would never see. more...
Rachel to run in her dad's memory
SUPERFIT Rachel Edwards is taking part in a charity run in memory of her late father, who died of a heart attack after being set upon by a gang of youths. more...
Bad ties will help hospice appeal
OFFICE workers and school pupils are being urged to leave their good fashion sense at home in order to raise money for the Garden of Tranquillity appeal. more...
Wrestlers get a grip for charity
A TEENAGE charity champion has found a place to hold a fundraising wrestling tournament. more...
Nurse Francis is going strong after 40 years
MORE than 40 years ago, auxiliary nurse Francis Grundy started her first shift. more...
Hyndburn News
Row as traffic cops were off at party
A ROW has been prompted because all the traffic police in Blackburn, Hyndburn and the Ribble Valley were off duty on Friday night to attend a party. more...
Lancashire
Police spending rise will force up council tax
POLICE bosses are set to defy the government and raise their portion of the council tax by double the capping limit to help fight serious crime. more...
Lancashire News
Baby assault woman is jailed for life
A WOMAN who fled to America after assaulting an 11-month-old baby has been jailed for life. more...
Baby assault woman is jailed for life
A WOMAN who fled to America after assaulting an 11-month-old baby has been jailed for life. more...
Latest Sport
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Charlton takes the Association helm
John Charlson has been elected the new president of the Bolton Cricket Association. more...
Local clubs in Charity Cup draw
The draw for the Atherton Charity Cup will take place at Atherton Collieries on Thursday, February 15, at 8pm. more...
Ronnie Irani speaking date
Atherton Cricket Club is holding a sporting evening with Ronnie Irani at Leigh Masonic Hall on Saturday, February 24. more...
Shakers to battle FA over ban - report
BURY are ready to reopen the row over their controversial expulsion from this season's FA Cup. more...
Rachel to run in her dad's memory
SUPERFIT Rachel Edwards is taking part in a charity run in memory of her late father, who died of a heart attack after being set upon by a gang of youths. more...
Wrestlers get a grip for charity
A TEENAGE charity champion has found a place to hold a fundraising wrestling tournament. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Charlton takes the Association helm
John Charlson has been elected the new president of the Bolton Cricket Association. more...
Local clubs in Charity Cup draw
The draw for the Atherton Charity Cup will take place at Atherton Collieries on Thursday, February 15, at 8pm. more...
Ronnie Irani speaking date
Atherton Cricket Club is holding a sporting evening with Ronnie Irani at Leigh Masonic Hall on Saturday, February 24. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Shakers to battle FA over ban - report
BURY are ready to reopen the row over their controversial expulsion from this season's FA Cup. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Leigh Headlines
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Letters
Good to see a happy headline
What a change to see a happy headline in the LT (January 30): £1m NHS gift to India. more...
Gay pride attack was offensive
I WAS saddened by Mary O'Rourke's letter (LT January 31), not about her opinion as to whether there should be a Gay Pride March in Hyndburn or not, but about her offensive comments about gay people in general. more...
Don’t parade homosexuality
I AGREE with Mary O'Rourke (LT, January 31). Mr Paul Freely's sexual orientation is his business. more...
Aspergers people need respect
I must commend Mr N Preston of Carrington Avenue for his plea to people to treat Aspergers people with respect. more...
Wrong place for super school
On the decision to build a new super school on Bent Head, Brierfield: the government said greenfield land should not be built on and, as this is the last green field for recreation, why did Pendle Council agree to this? All the people in Brierfield are against it. more...
Local Band Videos
Pensioner's charity CD success
Pensioner Steve Simpson has released his first music single at the age of 71 - and raised £500 for charity in the process. more...
360 degree view from Darwen tower
Standing 85ft tall on top of a hill 1,200ft high, Darwen tower is one of East Lancashire’s best viewpoints. Watch our 360 degree video from the top. more...
TV doctor's bird flu advice
Bird flu has hit Britain - but what is the truth behind the headlines? In this video, TV GP Dr Hilary Jones gives us the facts. more...
TV doctor's bird flu advice
Bird flu has hit Britain - but what is the truth behind the headlines? In this video, TV GP Dr Hilary Jones gives us the facts. more...
Local Cricket Round-Up
Charlton takes the Association helm
John Charlson has been elected the new president of the Bolton Cricket Association. more...
Ronnie Irani speaking date
Atherton Cricket Club is holding a sporting evening with Ronnie Irani at Leigh Masonic Hall on Saturday, February 24. more...
Charlton takes the Association helm
John Charlson has been elected the new president of the Bolton Cricket Association. more...
Ronnie Irani speaking date
Atherton Cricket Club is holding a sporting evening with Ronnie Irani at Leigh Masonic Hall on Saturday, February 24. more...
Manchester News
Living happily ever after
LOVE is in the air for couples who will be put in the spotlight in a Valentine's exhibition. more...
Living happily ever after
LOVE is in the air for couples who will be put in the spotlight in a Valentine's exhibition. more...
Nelson
Public to have say on CCTV
RESIDENTS are being urged to have their say on the future of CCTV in five Pendle towns. more...
Musical map of East Lancashire
AN EAST Lancashire roadmap of rock has been drawn up, charting the A-list acts who have staged concerts in the area. more...
Parks team out to give it large
MORE large-scale public events are set to be staged in Pendle's parks after council chiefs applied to hold performances all year round. more...
Oswaldtwistle
My great penguin’s happy feet
A GIANT model penguin is migrating south for the remainder of the winter in a bid to cheer up children. more...
Blueprint is unveiled to regenerate 'gateway'
A DEVELOPER has been appointed to mastermind the long-awaited regeneration of a "neglected" gateway to Hyndburn. more...
Other Event
Pig day out
This will be a pig of a year - for all the right reasons. Celebrate the Chinese New Year of the Pig in Preston on February 18. more...
Padiham News
Bakery robber threatened worker with rolling pin
A TEENAGE robber who struck at a bakery has been told he will stay in jail until he no longer poses a risk to the public. more...
Preston News
Take a bow for theatre festival
Calling all new theatre writers, directors and producers. The Preston One Act Theatre Festival, held in June each year, is now looking for submissions for 2007's awards. more...
Drug death man named
A man who died after suffering a severe allergic reaction after taking Ecstasy has been named. more...
DVLA workers told: Don't open your mail
WORKERS at a Preston branch of the DVLA have been warned not to open any post after a mail bomb was sent to its head office. more...
Prestwich Headlines
Ice bandits steal 20 cars
ICE bandits have stolen 20 vehicles in Greater Manchester in just two days. more...
Our Fred takes over from Our Fred
TELEVISION weatherman Fred Talbot has taken over from the late Fred Dibnah as president of the Manchester Bolton and Bury Canal Society. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Ice bandits steal 20 cars
ICE bandits have stolen 20 vehicles in Greater Manchester in just two days. more...
Our Fred takes over from Our Fred
TELEVISION weatherman Fred Talbot has taken over from the late Fred Dibnah as president of the Manchester Bolton and Bury Canal Society. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Ice bandits steal 20 cars
ICE bandits have stolen 20 vehicles in Greater Manchester in just two days. more...
Our Fred takes over from Our Fred
TELEVISION weatherman Fred Talbot has taken over from the late Fred Dibnah as president of the Manchester Bolton and Bury Canal Society. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Prestwich Heys, Local Soccer Round-Up
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Public Transport
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Radcliffe Headlines
Mill rubbish fire is still smouldering
A FIRE outside a Radcliffe mill is still smouldering - nearly two weeks after it began. more...
Ice bandits steal 20 cars
ICE bandits have stolen 20 vehicles in Greater Manchester in just two days. more...
Our Fred takes over from Our Fred
TELEVISION weatherman Fred Talbot has taken over from the late Fred Dibnah as president of the Manchester Bolton and Bury Canal Society. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Clamp on teen street drinkers
UNDERAGE drinkers are being targeted in a crackdown in Radcliffe. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Mill rubbish fire is still smouldering
A FIRE outside a Radcliffe mill is still smouldering - nearly two weeks after it began. more...
Ice bandits steal 20 cars
ICE bandits have stolen 20 vehicles in Greater Manchester in just two days. more...
Our Fred takes over from Our Fred
TELEVISION weatherman Fred Talbot has taken over from the late Fred Dibnah as president of the Manchester Bolton and Bury Canal Society. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Clamp on teen street drinkers
UNDERAGE drinkers are being targeted in a crackdown in Radcliffe. more...
Ice bandits steal 20 cars
ICE bandits have stolen 20 vehicles in Greater Manchester in just two days. more...
Our Fred takes over from Our Fred
TELEVISION weatherman Fred Talbot has taken over from the late Fred Dibnah as president of the Manchester Bolton and Bury Canal Society. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Ribble Valley News
Row as traffic cops were off at party
A ROW has been prompted because all the traffic police in Blackburn, Hyndburn and the Ribble Valley were off duty on Friday night to attend a party. more...
Ribchester News
Musical map of East Lancashire
AN EAST Lancashire roadmap of rock has been drawn up, charting the A-list acts who have staged concerts in the area. more...
Rovers News
Berner eyes Swiss role
NEW signing Bruno Berner is determined to prove himself in the Premiership with Blackburn in the hope it will revive his international career. more...
Seven Days
That Was The Week That Was
News and sport stories from The Bolton News, Bury Times Group, Leigh Journal and associated newspapers and websites in Lancashire from the last seven days more...
Shakers Updates
Shakers to battle FA over ban - report
BURY are ready to reopen the row over their controversial expulsion from this season's FA Cup. more...
Shakers to battle FA over ban - report
BURY are ready to reopen the row over their controversial expulsion from this season's FA Cup. more...
Soccer Headlines
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Local clubs in Charity Cup draw
The draw for the Atherton Charity Cup will take place at Atherton Collieries on Thursday, February 15, at 8pm. more...
Shakers to battle FA over ban - report
BURY are ready to reopen the row over their controversial expulsion from this season's FA Cup. more...
Soccer stars at the movies
TWO football stars of the past will be accompanying the European Champions League trophy when it comes to Middlebrook tomorrow. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Local clubs in Charity Cup draw
The draw for the Atherton Charity Cup will take place at Atherton Collieries on Thursday, February 15, at 8pm. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Shakers to battle FA over ban - report
BURY are ready to reopen the row over their controversial expulsion from this season's FA Cup. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Sport From Around The Area
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Charlton takes the Association helm
John Charlson has been elected the new president of the Bolton Cricket Association. more...
Local clubs in Charity Cup draw
The draw for the Atherton Charity Cup will take place at Atherton Collieries on Thursday, February 15, at 8pm. more...
Ronnie Irani speaking date
Atherton Cricket Club is holding a sporting evening with Ronnie Irani at Leigh Masonic Hall on Saturday, February 24. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Charlton takes the Association helm
John Charlson has been elected the new president of the Bolton Cricket Association. more...
Local clubs in Charity Cup draw
The draw for the Atherton Charity Cup will take place at Atherton Collieries on Thursday, February 15, at 8pm. more...
Atherton CC annual meeting
Atherton Cricket Club hold their annual general meeting in the cricket pavilion on Monday at 7.30pm. more...
Ronnie Irani speaking date
Atherton Cricket Club is holding a sporting evening with Ronnie Irani at Leigh Masonic Hall on Saturday, February 24. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Sporting Highlights
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Shakers to battle FA over ban - report
BURY are ready to reopen the row over their controversial expulsion from this season's FA Cup. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Shakers to battle FA over ban - report
BURY are ready to reopen the row over their controversial expulsion from this season's FA Cup. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Stanley News
How tough is it for Stanley to survive?
JOHN Coleman guided Accrington Stanley back into the Football League after a 44 year wait - and he's not about to let all that hard work go to waste. more...
Trewick: Losing players is key
HEREFORD United - who joined Accrington Stanley from the Conference last season - currently sit in a much healthier position than their East Lancashire rivals. more...
Casper shows how it can be done
BURY boss Chris Casper has been there, done it and worn the T-shirt when it comes to scrapping near the bottom of the Football League. more...
Heys: Finances not the only thing
CHIEF executive Rob Heys insists it is essential that Accrington Stanley survive relegation from the Football League. more...
Tangerine Dreamer Blog
Two sides to every story
Karl Oyston uttered the words no-one wanted to hear this week on the day of the casino decision. more...
Theatre
The fur flies in saucy comedy
PLAYERS at Blackburn Drama Club are turning their attentions to the saucy comedy Fur Coat and No Knickers. It's on from March 7 to 10. more...
Catch the Acorn Antiques roadshow
Acorn Antiques was first seen on BBC Television 21 years ago and has been a firm favourite with the nation ever since. Catch the stage musical version in Preston from March 26 to 31. more...
Theatre News From The Bolton Area
Banking on the magic of theatre
ST Paul's Players, in Adlington, have had some welcome support for their next production, The Witches of Eastwick. more...
Spring in the air at the Met
THE Met, in Bury, enjoyed two sell-out seasons in 2006 and its newly-released programme for Spring 2007 promises more of the same. more...
Making a stand
BUZZ Hawkins, the creator of The Bradshaws, will bring his creations to life in Standing Up For The Bradshaws. more...
Where there's a will, there's a play
THE Christ Church Players, in Heaton, are putting the finishing touches to their next show, the classic whodunit, Wanted -One Body. more...
Tv Reviews
Strictly Baby Ballroom, Channel 4
IT WOULD have been easy for director Mira King to turn her documentary Strictly Baby Ballroom into a mickey-take of the pushy parents and downtrodden kids in the world of children's ballroom dancing. more...
Walks In The North-West
Reservoir footpath closed to walkers
A POPULAR footpath at Rivington will be closed for three weeks to allow water supplier United Utilities to modernise its reservoirs. more...
Wanderers News
Fans react to chairman's warning over missing fans
Dozens of Wanderers fans are posting messages here after chairman Phil Gartside warned the club could lose Nicolas Anelka if they don't start packing the Reebok. more...
Wanderers star leads Senegal boycott
EL-HADJI Diouf has slammed Senegal football chiefs as "amateurs" after leading a player boycott of tonight's international friendly. more...
Waterfoot
Plasterer, 36, killed in hotel plunge
A PLASTERER from Rossendale has died after falling from the fourth floor of a London hotel. more...
We Say
Toughen up on the A&E louts
FOR too long hard working hospital staff have been subject to anti-social behaviour and general abuse - often from the very people they are trying to help. more...
A simple solution to road congestion
THE powers that be have a funny way of attempting to persuade us to use public transport. more...
What'S On
Teen rockers launch EP
Teenage rock band Beyond Delirium will be launching their latest Illusory Intentions' EP on Thursday, February 8, at St James Club, Eaves Lane, Chorley, starting at 7pm. more...
What'S On In And Around Bury
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
What'S On In The Bolton Area
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Reservoir footpath closed to walkers
A POPULAR footpath at Rivington will be closed for three weeks to allow water supplier United Utilities to modernise its reservoirs. more...
Living happily ever after
LOVE is in the air for couples who will be put in the spotlight in a Valentine's exhibition. more...
Bad ties will help hospice appeal
OFFICE workers and school pupils are being urged to leave their good fashion sense at home in order to raise money for the Garden of Tranquillity appeal. more...
Wrestlers get a grip for charity
A TEENAGE charity champion has found a place to hold a fundraising wrestling tournament. more...
Soccer stars at the movies
TWO football stars of the past will be accompanying the European Champions League trophy when it comes to Middlebrook tomorrow. more...
Living happily ever after
LOVE is in the air for couples who will be put in the spotlight in a Valentine's exhibition. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Whats On
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Wheelton News
Hair straighteners caused blaze
A 42-year-old man was taken to hospital following a bedroom blaze, caused by hair straighteners, at a house in a Chorley village. more...
Whittle News
Driver critical after crash
AN 80-year-old driver was critically ill today after a car crash. more...
Moving gift for children's hospice
Benevolent Chorley businesswoman Lorraine Robinson is giving thousands of pounds from her newly-launched estate agency to Derian House children's hospice. more...
Whitworth
Stamp out post office closures
COUNTY and borough councillors of all parties are united in their support to keep Rossendale's post offices open. more...
Wigan News
Baby assault woman is jailed for life
A WOMAN who fled to America after assaulting an 11-month-old baby has been jailed for life. more...
Baby assault woman is jailed for life
A WOMAN who fled to America after assaulting an 11-month-old baby has been jailed for life. more...
Wilpshire News
Crash teenager's condition still ‘serious’
A TEENAGER who escaped death when a tree stopped his car from plunging 60ft on to a railway line remains in the Royal Blackburn Hospital with serious leg injuries. more...
You Say
Horrors of the Holocaust
BEING born in January 1945, I am old enough to have known survivors of the greatest war known to mankind, and these include a Dambuster, men from D-Day and Cassino, and also from Leningrad and Stalingrad, heroes every one of them. more...
Global warming complacency
SHOULD we really give up flying? more...
Remember the war dead in Korea with a photograph
I SEEK your kind help with a project I am undertaking on behalf of the United Nations Memorial Cemetery at Busan, South Korea. more...
Changes to library were unnecessary
I MUST agree with the sentiments expressed by Mr Hornby on the recent library changes. more...
NHS crossing the line with anti-smoking adverts
I AM writing with regard to the recent NHS advertisement boards which have appeared in connection with the Stop Smoking campaign. more...
Blackpool was a better option for the supercasino
AS a Mancunian it appears to me we have the supercasino only because London has the Olympic Games. more...
Being a size 4 comes naturally to some people
I READ the article in The Bolton News, "Who can fit into a size 4?", February 2, and it really upset me. more...
Your Favourite Pet Pix
Jasper the baby boxer
Jasper the baby boxer from J Davenport more...
Louis by Joanne
This is Louis our new Dogue de Bordeaux - Joanne Bolton more...
Tara by Sue
This is Tara... one of my pretty cats - Sue Moran more...
Teddy the gambler by Nicola
Teddy wants to work for the new super casino! -Nicola more...
Jake by Rebecca
My dog Jake being a present at Xmas - Rebecca Warren more...
Rosie and Molly by Jean
Rosie and Molly in sympathy with each others stiff neck - Jean Leader more...
Wet Molly by Jean
Wet Molly trying to escape out of the bath - Jean Leader more...
Macca by Andrew
Macbeth starring in Saturday Night Fever! from Andrew Hodson more...
Lucretia by Andrew
Lucretia by Andrew Hodson more...
Bury Times Business
Concern for store jobs
STAFF at the Bury branch of Stationery Box face an uncertain future after the company went into administration. more...
Bury Times News
Turkish flight petition
BURY holidaymakers are being asked to give a helping hand to a part of Europe kept trapped in a timewarp by a 30-year-old dispute. more...
Asylum myth course
A FREE course aimed at challenging the myths surrounding refugees and asylum seekers will be held in Bury on February 16. more...
Woman's fight to stay in her home
BurySafe windfall aids crisis shops
SOME of the borough's worst crime-hit stores have been given better protection. more...
Mill rubbish fire is still smouldering
A FIRE outside a Radcliffe mill is still smouldering - nearly two weeks after it began. more...
Aiming for more local libraries
BURY could have more outreach libraries if a bid for Big Lottery cash is accepted. more...
Better deal for council
FINANCE bosses are to lend more of Bury taxpayers' money, and for longer, to banks and building societies. more...
Clamp on teen street drinkers
UNDERAGE drinkers are being targeted in a crackdown in Radcliffe. more...
'Butterfly' girl
WE would like to point out that in an article "Country music fans' help for butterfly' girl Melissa" published on January 18, Melissa Hughes is now 11-years-old and her parents are Gillian and Daniel Hughes, from Stockport. more...
Transit fire
AN electrical fault caused a van to burst into flames in Whitefield on Friday night. more...
Sundial pub shines at national awards
THE outlook is bright for Bury's Sundial pub which has won a national award. more...
Moan alone? Get down to the pub!
A PUB is urging people to get out and moan about the world! more...
Choir off to Budapest
PUPILS from Bury will be Hungary' for success when they venture out on their latest European tour. more...
Special police unti to protect victims of abuse
A SPECIALIST unit to protect all victims of abuse and bring their perpetrators to justice has been launched by Bury Police. more...
Lib-Dem calls for funds to fight crime
A SENIOR Bury politician is calling for government funding to match the rising tide of crime. more...
Fire engines fitted with CCTV cameras
FIRE engines at Bury and Whitefield stations have been fitted with CCTV cameras to film any attacks on crews. more...
ATC march to celebrate anniversary
THE marching band of the 1036 (Bury) Squadron, Air Training Corps, led the march-past as 800 air cadets and staff paraded through Manchester on Sunday to celebrate the foundation of the organisation in 1941. more...
The Dodgers sing the market blues
THERE was singing among the stalls of Bury Market when a local band turned up to entertain shoppers. more...
Cabbies win higher fares
BLACK cab drivers have won their case for higher fares at the third time of asking. more...
Former Tory councillor has died, aged 97
A FORMER well-known Bury businessman and Conservative councillor, Mr Richard James Standen, has died at the age of 97. more...
More people are losing their homes
HOUSE repossessions in the borough are on the increase. more...
Blackout starts wartime songs
PUNTERS at a Summerseat pub took a step back to the wartime era during a blackout last Thursday night. more...
New town centre job a waste, say Tories
OPPOSITION councillors have demanded that the council scraps plans to appoint a town centre co-ordinator for Bury. more...
Street star Helen seeks vids' medical viewpoint
A BURY actress is helping to coax children into giving their views on how doctors could do better. more...
Concern for store jobs
STAFF at the Bury branch of Stationery Box face an uncertain future after the company went into administration. more...
New top army man for NW
THE Army has a new Commander in the North West. more...
Council looks into toddlers' party lock-out
A MOTHERS and toddlers group was left out in the cold after being locked out of a building on their last day. more...
Culvert despair couple want to go home
WHEN Joe and Barbara Foster were forced to evacuate their house due to the foundations collapsing underneath, they were assured they would be back in their own front room within six months. more...
Breats cancer recovery mum aims to help others
WHEN Louise Brooks was diagnosed with breast cancer almost three years ago, she embarked on one of the toughest battles of her life. more...
Our Fred takes over from Our Fred
TELEVISION weatherman Fred Talbot has taken over from the late Fred Dibnah as president of the Manchester Bolton and Bury Canal Society. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Ice bandits steal 20 cars
ICE bandits have stolen 20 vehicles in Greater Manchester in just two days. more...
Residents to set up speed traps
RESIDENTS fed up with motorists speeding past their homes are to being given their own radar guns to trap drivers. more...
Delight as Fairfield proposals put on hold
PLANS to close Fairfield Hospital's maternity department and special care baby unit have been temporarily shelved after the health secretary ordered an independent inquiry. more...
Bury Times Sport
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Shakers to battle FA over ban - report
BURY are ready to reopen the row over their controversial expulsion from this season's FA Cup. more...
Chorley Citizen News
Moving gift for children's hospice
Benevolent Chorley businesswoman Lorraine Robinson is giving thousands of pounds from her newly-launched estate agency to Derian House children's hospice. more...
Station design on track
Buckshaw Village's new railway station was firmly on track this week when council chiefs signalled the launch of design and development work with Network Rail for the exciting facility. more...
Borough leaders sign 'respect' charter
Leading politicians in the town have signed up to a new community charter and are urging residents to do the same. more...
Blaze closes popular pub
A popular village pub was forced to close after it was damaged by fire on Monday evening. more...
Hair straighteners caused blaze
A 42-year-old man was taken to hospital following a bedroom blaze, caused by hair straighteners, at a house in a Chorley village. more...
Church opens door to all faiths
A Chorley church is throwing open its doors to welcome members from the ethnic community. more...
New £3m ride for Camelot
Camelot Theme Park is to get a spectacular new white-knuckle ride even though the attraction is due to close in five years. more...
More pupils sent home
The number of days lost by pupil temporarily excluded from Chorley primary schools rocketed last year by 64 per cent. more...
Mum backs under-threat support group
A young mum has joined the campaign to save a family support organisation which is facing a serious cash crisis after losing its Lottery funding. more...
They’re all going to Gozo
Here we Gozo . . . more...
Cadets to join new regiment
The Chorley detachment of Lancashire Army Cadet Force are to become part of the newly-formed Duke of Lancaster's Regiment. more...
Chorley Citizen Sport
Magpies sign left-back
Chorley manager Gerry Luczka has signed one of his former players - experienced left-back Andy Heald, from Radcliffe Borough. more...
Keeper jinx hits Magpies again
Chorley's goalkeeping jinx struck again on Saturday as recent signing John Ogden, the Magpies' 13th keeper of the season, picked up an injury. more...
Lancashire Telegraph Business
Special honour to aero group leader
THE former boss of the North West Aerospace Alliance has been honoured at a special presentation. more...
Company takeover will create 20 jobs
TWENTY jobs are to be created in Blackburn by a company involved in the £1million rescue of Accrington firm Automotive Applied Technologies (AAT). more...
Pie’s the limit as Pat steps down
The chief executive of Northern Foods, the parent company of Baxenden's Holland's Pies, has stepped down. more...
Former boss of NWAA receives honour
THE ex-boss of the North West Aerospace Alliance has been honoured at a presentation. more...
Lancashire Telegraph Education
Special school a shining example
A SPECIAL school has been branded "outstanding" in an Ofsted report. more...
Lancashire Telegraph Letters
Gay pride attack was offensive
I WAS saddened by Mary O'Rourke's letter (LT January 31), not about her opinion as to whether there should be a Gay Pride March in Hyndburn or not, but about her offensive comments about gay people in general. more...
Don’t parade homosexuality
I AGREE with Mary O'Rourke (LT, January 31). Mr Paul Freely's sexual orientation is his business. more...
Aspergers people need respect
I must commend Mr N Preston of Carrington Avenue for his plea to people to treat Aspergers people with respect. more...
Wrong place for super school
On the decision to build a new super school on Bent Head, Brierfield: the government said greenfield land should not be built on and, as this is the last green field for recreation, why did Pendle Council agree to this? All the people in Brierfield are against it. more...
Good to see a happy headline
What a change to see a happy headline in the LT (January 30): £1m NHS gift to India. more...
Leigh Journal News
Big band sounds at Civic Hall
BIG band sounds can be heard in Lowton on Sunday, February 25, when Wigan Jazz Club welcome Yorkshire composer Colin Byrne and his Big Band line-up. more...
Bookstart's Chinese celebrations
BOOKSTART, the national programme that encourages all parents and carers to enjoy reading with children from an early age, is celebrating Chinese New Year this week. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
8m Red Nose smiles - and 50 jobs cheer
AN Astley company is helping to deliver eight million huge smiles to the nation. more...
WI's Road to Wigan Pier tribute
CULCHETH WI will take Another Road to Wigan Pier at their next meeting. more...
Healthy schools bonus for pupils
HUNDREDS of primary pupils are enjoying healthier lifestyles after Leigh C of E Infants, Gilded Hollins, St John's C of E, Mosley Common and Tyldesley Primary were among seven schools awarded the Healthy Schools kitemark. more...
Green light for 135-room hotel
PLANNING consent has been given for the construction of a new 135-room hotel at Leigh Sports Village. more...
Discount chain's record turnover
RETAIL chain QS Discount, which has a store at Ena Mill in Atherton, is on target for a record annual turnover. more...
School honours retired vicar
The Rev Terence Hargreaves-Stead, who recently retired as Vicar of St Paul's, Westleigh, was honoured at an informal reception at Westleigh High School. more...
2,000 object to freight terminal plan
MORE than 2,000 written objections have been sent to planners regarding the proposed Parkside freight terminal on the outskirts of Lowton. more...
Deadline for bus services plan
BUS operator First has just over a week to decide on changes to underused services to Manchester and Bolton. more...
Raising the roof for cash
TWO groups have united to raise cash for a school roof and to replace windows. more...
MP's meeting with nurse leads to NHS reform chance
AN MP's meeting with a hospital nurse, just four days after he was appointed a Government health minister could lead to front line NHS staff being given the chance to lead reforms. more...
Former miners cheered by music
THE sound of brass brought a tear to the eyes of former miners invited to see a school's latest show. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Hoping to solve Phoebe's mystery
A RESEARCHER looking into the work of the late artist Lawrence Isherwood is hoping to trace a 50-year-old painting - or the beauty queen who more...
What a gritter
AN assistant in a Culcheth convenience store was met by a weird looking man in his shop last week. more...
Half-term activities this week
A HOST of half-term activities have been arranged to keep 11-17-year-olds happy in Atherton. more...
Change of name for animal sanctuary
LEIGH Animal Sanctuary has agreed to change its name and wind up its fundraising arm after a probe by the Charity Commission. more...
Canon's new book to set you thinking
RETIRED clergyman Canon Alan Gawith has published a new thought-provoking book. more...
Samantha's starring role in The Street
A FORMER Atherton schoolgirl is setting up business in the country's most famous street. more...
Police appeal after crash
TRAFFIC police are appealing for witnesses after a head-on collision in Boothstown which left a 22-year-old woman injured. more...
Fun on the cards
THE Leigh branch of the Parkinson's Disease Society will benefit from the more...
Bullfrog on stage
THE Bolton Bullfrog, Bernard Wrigley, is set to perform an evening of songs, more...
Bingo winner, 61, wins . . . £101,000
A 61-year-old retired care assistant celebrated 30 years of playing bingo by scooping a £101,000 jackpot. more...
Hospital's 'One Stop' boost for patients
ORTHOPAEDIC patients are set to benefit with the opening of a new One Stop Shop at Wrightington Hospital. more...
Leigh Journal Sport
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Atherton CC annual meeting
Atherton Cricket Club hold their annual general meeting in the cricket pavilion on Monday at 7.30pm. more...
Ronnie Irani speaking date
Atherton Cricket Club is holding a sporting evening with Ronnie Irani at Leigh Masonic Hall on Saturday, February 24. more...
Charlton takes the Association helm
John Charlson has been elected the new president of the Bolton Cricket Association. more...
Local clubs in Charity Cup draw
The draw for the Atherton Charity Cup will take place at Atherton Collieries on Thursday, February 15, at 8pm. more...
Prestwich And Whitefield Guide News
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Fire engines fitted with CCTV cameras
FIRE engines at Bury and Whitefield stations have been fitted with CCTV cameras to film any attacks on crews. more...
More people are losing their homes
HOUSE repossessions in the borough are on the increase. more...
Our Fred takes over from Our Fred
TELEVISION weatherman Fred Talbot has taken over from the late Fred Dibnah as president of the Manchester Bolton and Bury Canal Society. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Ice bandits steal 20 cars
ICE bandits have stolen 20 vehicles in Greater Manchester in just two days. more...
Delight as Fairfield proposals put on hold
PLANS to close Fairfield Hospital's maternity department and special care baby unit have been temporarily shelved after the health secretary ordered an independent inquiry. more...
The Bolton News Business
8m Red Nose smiles - and 50 jobs cheer
AN Astley company is helping to deliver eight million huge smiles to the nation. more...
Discount chain's record turnover
RETAIL chain QS Discount, which has a store at Ena Mill in Atherton, is on target for a record annual turnover. more...
The Bolton News News
Freezing weather warning to drivers
DRIVERS are being warned to take care and plan their journeys following forecasts of sub zero temperatures and snow tonight and tomorrow. more...
Farmer leaves dead animals to rot
A FARMER who left dozens of animal carcasses rotting on his land has been ordered to carry out 200 hours of community service. more...
Mill rubbish fire is still smouldering
A FIRE outside a Radcliffe mill is still smouldering - nearly two weeks after it began. more...
Baby assault woman is jailed for life
A WOMAN who fled to America after assaulting an 11-month-old baby has been jailed for life. more...
I didn't mean to attack Bolton - MP
OUTSPOKEN Labour MP Diane Abbott says her claim on television that Bolton Council "dump all their Asians on one estate" was taken out of context. more...
VIDEO: Wednesday's The Bolton News TV Bulletin
Today's The Bolton News TV bulletin is online now. more...
Tories' £250,000 plan for managed skatepark
A WAR has broken out over the provision of a skatepark for Bolton's teenagers after Tory leaders announced their own plans for a town centre venue. more...
Clamp on teen street drinkers
UNDERAGE drinkers are being targeted in a crackdown in Radcliffe. more...
Soccer stars at the movies
TWO football stars of the past will be accompanying the European Champions League trophy when it comes to Middlebrook tomorrow. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Rare owl spotted yet again
A RARE European eagle owl has been spotted again in Bolton. more...
8m Red Nose smiles - and 50 jobs cheer
AN Astley company is helping to deliver eight million huge smiles to the nation. more...
Spikey's changed, how about you?
COMEDIAN Dave Spikey is giving his support to Fairtrade Fortnight later this month, with the challenge "I've changed, how about you?" more...
Discount chain's record turnover
RETAIL chain QS Discount, which has a store at Ena Mill in Atherton, is on target for a record annual turnover. more...
Fat squad in blitz on pupils
SQUADS of fat fighters have been set up in Bolton in the battle against childhood obesity. more...
Talks to avert librarian strike
DISCUSSIONS are taking place in a bid to avert industrial action in libraries including those in Leigh and Atherton. more...
Reservoir footpath closed to walkers
A POPULAR footpath at Rivington will be closed for three weeks to allow water supplier United Utilities to modernise its reservoirs. more...
Our Fred takes over from Our Fred
TELEVISION weatherman Fred Talbot has taken over from the late Fred Dibnah as president of the Manchester Bolton and Bury Canal Society. more...
Rachel to run in her dad's memory
SUPERFIT Rachel Edwards is taking part in a charity run in memory of her late father, who died of a heart attack after being set upon by a gang of youths. more...
Living happily ever after
LOVE is in the air for couples who will be put in the spotlight in a Valentine's exhibition. more...
Bad ties will help hospice appeal
OFFICE workers and school pupils are being urged to leave their good fashion sense at home in order to raise money for the Garden of Tranquillity appeal. more...
Wrestlers get a grip for charity
A TEENAGE charity champion has found a place to hold a fundraising wrestling tournament. more...
Birthday joy for 1lb baby Sam
A FIRST birthday is always a special occasion - but for one Bolton family it is a day they feared they would never see. more...
Teacher Stuart to say farewell to school gym
TEACHER Stuart Bowman cannot leave his front door without bumping into his former pupils. more...
Fares protest as buses face the axe
BUS bosses have been criticised for threatening to withdraw three services in the area within a few weeks of putting up fares. more...
Residents urged to seek police help
RESIDENTS are being urged to make use of a neighbourhood police team. more...
What a gritter
AN assistant in a Culcheth convenience store was met by a weird looking man in his shop last week. more...
Fake poison vodka bottles alert in Bolton
COUNTERFEIT vodka containing lethal chemicals could be in circulation across Bolton. more...
When our football heroes were more give than take...
IN an age when top footballers are multi-millionaires, you could be forgiven for wondering why charities exist to support retired stars. But go back 50 years and the rewards were not nearly the same. more...
Crimewatch probe into Horwich bank raid
A bank woman who was assaulted during an armed robbery in Horwich and a police officer who was shot at will be speaking for the first time on BBC's Crimewatch tonight. more...
Nurse Francis is going strong after 40 years
MORE than 40 years ago, auxiliary nurse Francis Grundy started her first shift. more...
Residents' fears for beauty spot
PEOPLE living near an unspoiled moorland beauty spot say plans for a stable would set a dangerous precedent for developing the land. more...
Teachers call for freedom to teach
TEACHERS in Bolton have called for greater freedom to teach. more...
Hopes for ID scanners in all pubs after trial success
UNDERAGE drinkers have been turned away from a Bolton town centre pub thanks to a new ID card scanner. more...
Warning about the danger of electric blankets
FIREMEN are warning people of the potential dangers of electric blankets following a fire at a house in Cornwall Drive, Bury on Monday evening. more...
Iddon backs moves to secure peace in Kashmir
MOVES to secure peace in Kashmir have been backed by Bolton South-east MP, Dr Brian Iddon. more...
'Mad Dog' book out soon
AN AUTOBIOGRAPHY of former terror chief Johnny "Mad Dog" Adair is to be published next month. more...
Guest speaker announced
FORMER police head of driver training and collision reconstruction, Gordon Robertson will be guest speaker at Bolton Advanced Motorist's next meeting. more...
Samantha's starring role in The Street
A FORMER Atherton schoolgirl is setting up business in the country's most famous street. more...
Witches whip round for cancer charity
THERE was plenty of ghoulish goings on at Rivington Barn when the witches of Adlington descended on the leisure complex. more...
Man saved from burning house by firefighters
FIREFIGHTERS battled through flames to rescue a man from his blazing home. more...
Ice bandits steal 20 cars
ICE bandits have stolen 20 vehicles in Greater Manchester in just two days. more...
Eddie's briefs blushes
THERE'LL be no sparing father-of-two Eddie Ward's blushes in the run-up to Valentine's Day. more...
Birthday joy for 1lb baby Sam
A FIRST birthday is always a special occasion - but for one Bolton family it is a day they feared they would never see. more...
Arson attack at health centre
A HEALTH centre has been thrown into chaos after being targeted by arsonists. more...
The Bolton News Sport
Local clubs in Charity Cup draw
The draw for the Atherton Charity Cup will take place at Atherton Collieries on Thursday, February 15, at 8pm. more...
Fund-raising night in memory of ref Steve
A SPORTS organisation is holding a high-profile event to raise money in memory of a young football referee who died last year. more...
Ronnie Irani speaking date
Atherton Cricket Club is holding a sporting evening with Ronnie Irani at Leigh Masonic Hall on Saturday, February 24. more...
Shakers to battle FA over ban - report
BURY are ready to reopen the row over their controversial expulsion from this season's FA Cup. more...
Rachel to run in her dad's memory
SUPERFIT Rachel Edwards is taking part in a charity run in memory of her late father, who died of a heart attack after being set upon by a gang of youths. more...
Wrestlers get a grip for charity
A TEENAGE charity champion has found a place to hold a fundraising wrestling tournament. more...
Charlton takes the Association helm
John Charlson has been elected the new president of the Bolton Cricket Association. more...
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