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• Fylde fracking appeal: Recommendations sent to government

  04-07-2016 21:16 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Recommendations on whether fracking should be allowed in Lancashire are sent to the government to decide.
  
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• 'Our fun loving daughter' — tributes to Bolton special constable killed after being hit by HGV on M61

  04-07-2016 20:03
  
  A YOUNG woman killed on the M61 after being hit by an HGV was a special constable who had just passed tests to become a police officer, it has been confirmed.
  
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• County Championship: Nottinghamshire build lead over Lancashire at Trent Bridge

  04-07-2016 19:54 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Nottinghamshire's Jake Libby hits a half-century as Nottinghamshire build a lead over Lancashire at Trent Bridge.
  
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• Callum Robinson and Ben Pringle: Preston North End sign duo

  04-07-2016 19:34 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Championship side Preston North End sign Aston Villa forward Callum Robinson and Fulham midfielder Ben Pringle.
  
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• Visitors not put off by wind and rain as thousands enjoy Bolton's Big Day Out

  04-07-2016 19:04
  
  WIND and rain failed to dampen the spirits of visitors to Bolton's Big Day Out.
  
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• Blackburn Rovers: Club appoints Sandy Stewart as assistant manager

  04-07-2016 17:39 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Championship side Blackburn Rovers appoint Sandy Stewart as Owen Coyle's assistant manager.
  
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• Thanks to good samaritans who saved woman from being hit by bus

  04-07-2016 16:56
  
  A WOMAN has thanked two security men who saved her from being hit by a bus.
  
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• Kelvin Mellor: Blackpool sign out-of-contract Plymouth Argyle defender

  04-07-2016 16:33 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Blackpool sign Plymouth's out-of-contract right-back Kelvin Mellor on a one-year deal.
  
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• Bolton councillor wearing safety pin to show solidarity against racism

  04-07-2016 16:26
  
  A BOLTON councillor is demonstrating that there is no place for racism in our society — with a simple gesture.
  
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• Tonge Moor man jailed for public order offences against off licence workers

  04-07-2016 15:43
  
  A TONGE Moor man has been sent to prison for committing public order offences against workers at a family business.
  
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• Officers investigating brutal beating of Bolton father make another arrest

  04-07-2016 15:42
  
  OFFICERS investigating the brutal beating of a Bolton father – who was left so badly injured part of his skull to be removed – have made another arrest.
  
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• Norwegians join forces with Kearsley Youth Brass Band

  04-07-2016 15:39
  
  A FLYING visit from some musical Norwegians made for a night of music in Farnworth.
  
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• Stolen teddy bear created in memory of premature baby boy who died found in Bolton

  04-07-2016 15:36
  
  A TEDDY in memory of a baby boy who died, has been found, after it was stolen last month.
  
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• PICTURES: Thousands bask in sun at huge summer party in Moss Bank Park

  04-07-2016 15:04
  
  THOUSANDS basked in the sun at a huge Party in the Park on Sunday.
  
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• Son who attacked father and bit his nose given suspended sentence

  04-07-2016 14:05
  
  A SON who bit and repeatedly punched his father in the face has been spared immediate jail.
  
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• Hunt for attackers after 'mindless' assault on man outside town centre bar

  04-07-2016 13:58
  
  CCTV images have emerged of two attackers who viciously assaulted a man outside a town centre bar.
  
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• Father given suspended sentence for child porn possession

  04-07-2016 13:56
  
  A FATHER-OF-THREE has been given a suspended sentence for possessing child porn.
  
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• Tributes paid to beloved Darcy Lever community man

  04-07-2016 13:17
  
  FREINDS and family have paid tribute to a man who was "well loved" by his community.
  
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• VIDEO: Moving memorial on streets of Bolton in tribute to soldiers killed in Battle of the Somme - The Bolton News

  04-07-2016 13:08
  
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  VIDEO: Moving memorial on streets of Bolton in tribute to soldiers killed in Battle of the Somme
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  VOLUNTEERS led by a Bolton theatre took part in a modern memorial to mark the centenary of the Battle of the Somme. The specially commissioned event saw about 1,400 voluntary participants dressed in First World War uniform appear unexpectedly in ...and more »
  
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• VIDEO: Moving memorial on streets of Bolton in tribute to soldiers killed in Battle of the Somme

  04-07-2016 13:05
  
  VOLUNTEERS led by a Bolton theatre took part in a modern memorial to mark the centenary of the Battle of the Somme.
  
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• Moving memorial on streets of Bolton in tribute to soldiers killed in Battle of the Somme

  04-07-2016 13:05
  
  VOLUNTEERS led by a Bolton theatre took part in a modern memorial to mark the centenary of the Battle of the Somme.
  
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• England's big picture

  04-07-2016 12:06 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Showcasing the best images sent to us from around England
  
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• REFUSED: Plans to turn second-hand shop into ice cream parlour

  04-07-2016 11:02
  
  A BUSINESSMAN has been told he cannot convert a second-hand goods shop into an ice cream parlour.
  
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• No Brexit woe at Big Bolton Business Expo - The Bolton News

  04-07-2016 11:02
  
  The Bolton News
  No Brexit woe at Big Bolton Business Expo
  The Bolton News
  THERE may be gloomy economic predictions post-Brexit nationally but at the Big Bolton Business Expo the mood was definitely upbeat. The annual event at The Bridge Centre in Bradford Street was bigger and better than ever, according to organisers David ...
  
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• UPDATE 11.25am: Woman, 24, dies after being hit by HGV on motorway

  04-07-2016 10:41
  
  A 24-year-old woman has died after being hit by a HGV on the M61 in the early hours of this morning.
  
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• Bolton Abbey man was killed by a machine gun bullet from an overhead plane - Ilkley Gazette

  04-07-2016 09:59
  
  Ilkley Gazette
  Bolton Abbey man was killed by a machine gun bullet from an overhead plane
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  On Saturday afternoon last the teachers of the Wesleyan Sunday School in Guiseley and a few friends, numbering altogether about 70, had an excursion to Ingleton, and on the same day the members of the local branch of the Girls' Friendly Society had a ...
  
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• Seaside memories inspire Blackpool to Bolton walk for dementia fundraiser - The Bolton News

  04-07-2016 09:03
  
  The Bolton News
  Seaside memories inspire Blackpool to Bolton walk for dementia fundraiser
  The Bolton News
  THE salty sea air and beaches of Blackpool have drawn generations of Boltonians to its sandy shores for generations. Now the happy holiday memories of yesteryear have inspired a challenge to bolster a big Bolton campaign. Our Donate £1 for Dementia is ...and more »
  
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• Seaside memories inspire Blackpool to Bolton walk for dementia fundraiser

  04-07-2016 09:02
  
  THE salty sea air and beaches of Blackpool have drawn generations of Boltonians to its sandy shores for generations.
  
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• Woman, 24, dies after being hit by HGV on motorway

  04-07-2016 08:09
  
  A 24-year-old woman has died after being hit by a HGV on the M61 in the early hours of this morning.
  
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• Theatre seeking young stars for Shakespearean role - The Bolton News

  04-07-2016 07:37
  
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  Theatre seeking young stars for Shakespearean role
  The Bolton News
  THE hunt is on to find two young star to appear in Bolton's biggest theatre. Two talented youngsters are sought for the Octagon Theatre's forthcoming production of Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale. Auditions are being held in August to find two boys ...and more »
  
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• Theatre seeking young stars for Shakespearean role

  04-07-2016 07:32
  
  THE hunt is on to find two young star to appear in Bolton's biggest theatre.
  
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• Winner of Bolton Children's Fiction Award announced - The Bolton News

  04-07-2016 07:07
  
  The Bolton News
  Winner of Bolton Children's Fiction Award announced
  The Bolton News
  AFTER many hours of discussion and deliberation, young judges have announced the winner of this year's Bolton Children's Fiction Award. This 2016 award went to Narinder Dhami, author of 13 Hours, who also won it in 2010 with her Bang, Bang, You're ...and more »
  
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• Students bring about change in European Union funded project - The Bolton News

  04-07-2016 07:07
  
  The Bolton News
  Students bring about change in European Union funded project
  The Bolton News
  A EUROPEAN Union funded project is ensuring marginalised students are receiving first class experience in their learning. Roma young people and ESOL — English for speakers of other languages — learners at Bolton College have been taking part in the ...and more »
  
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• Bolton comedian launches care story book project - The Bolton News

  04-07-2016 07:07
  
  The Bolton News
  Bolton comedian launches care story book project
  The Bolton News
  A BOLTON comedian is appealing for people who have gone through the care system to join her new project. Sophie Willan is creating a creating a children's book to share the stories of people who have been in care in Greater Manchester. It is hoped the ...and more »
  
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• Bolton actress follows her dream to starring theatre role - The Bolton News

  04-07-2016 07:07
  
  The Bolton News
  Bolton actress follows her dream to starring theatre role
  The Bolton News
  FIVE years ago a Lostock's Sarah Burrill left the nine to five life behind her to take a leap into the world of theatre. She has now established a theatre company which will see her taking to the stage with a well-known Coronation Street actor for a ...and more »
  
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• Smithills swimmers set to enjoy new facilities after £228,000 Lotto boost

  04-07-2016 07:03
  
  SWIMMERS who visit Smithills Sports Centre will soon be enjoying new facilities.
  
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• Bolton comedian launches care story book project

  04-07-2016 07:03
  
  A BOLTON comedian is appealing for people who have gone through the care system to join her new project.
  
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• Almost half of schools to shut as teachers stage walk out

  04-07-2016 07:03
  
  ALMOST half of schools in Bolton will be shut tomorrow (Tuesday) as teachers stage a walk out.
  
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• Almost half of schools shut as teachers stage walk out

  04-07-2016 07:03
  
  ALMOST half of schools in Bolton will be shut tomorrow (Tuesday) as teachers stage a walk out.
  
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• Winner of Bolton Children's Fiction Award announced

  04-07-2016 07:02
  
  AFTER many hours of discussion and deliberation, young judges have announced the winner of this year's Bolton Children's Fiction Award.
  
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• Students bring about change in European Union funded project

  04-07-2016 07:02
  
  A EUROPEAN Union funded project is ensuring marginalised students are receiving first class experience in their learning.
  
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• Life on a ocean wave for the country's young heroes

  04-07-2016 07:02
  
  A LIFE at sea awaits two recruits from Bolton who have completed their training to become Royal Navy sailors.
  
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• Bolton actress follows her dream to starring theatre role

  04-07-2016 07:02
  
  FIVE years ago a Lostock's Sarah Burrill left the nine to five life behind her to take a leap into the world of theatre.
  
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• Woman dies after crash on M61 in Bolton - ITV News

  04-07-2016 06:33
  
  ITV News
  Woman dies after crash on M61 in Bolton
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  A 24-year-old woman has died after she was hit by a lorry on the M61 in Bolton. Police were called to junction 5 of the M61 motorway this morning to reports of a collision between a pedestrian and a HGV. Officers found a 24-year-old woman who was ...and more »
  
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• Teacher and bus passenger victims of anecdotal post-Brexit racism in Bolton - The Bolton News

  04-07-2016 06:32
  
  Teacher and bus passenger victims of anecdotal post-Brexit racism in Bolton
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  Don't be last to know! Get the latest local news straight to your inbox. Sign up. PEOPLE in Bolton have fallen victim to so-called 'post-Brexit racism' following the referendum decision for the UK to leave the EU, anecdotal evidence suggests.and more »
  
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• Teacher and bus passenger victims of anecdotal post-Brexit racism in Bolton

  04-07-2016 06:30
  
  PEOPLE in Bolton have fallen victim to so-called 'post-Brexit racism' following the referendum decision for the UK to leave the EU, anecdotal evidence suggests.
  
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• Road rage taxi driver spared prison after breaking motorist's arm with a wheel wrench

  04-07-2016 06:10
  
  A ROAD rage taxi driver has been spared jail after breaking a motorist's arm with a wheel wrench.
  
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• EU Referendum: What happens to jobs and growth funding?

  04-07-2016 01:23 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Billions of pounds of EU funding has been earmarked for projects to create jobs and growth across England over the coming years. Now the UK is heading for the exit, what happens next?
  
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