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• Blackpool Council agrees a £9m loan for local hospitals

  13-03-2017 21:28 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Blackpool Council agrees to loan its local hospital trust £9m for frontline services.
  
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• Flagship sixth form to shut after just 4 years

  13-03-2017 20:30
  
  A SIXTH form opened as part of the Government’s flagship free school programme is to shut just four years after it opened.
  
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• Motorcyclist taken to hospital after collision with van

  13-03-2017 20:11
  
  A COLLISION between a motorbike and van brought traffic to a standstill on a major road in Bolton town centre.
  
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• Motorcyclist taken to hospital after collision with car

  13-03-2017 20:11
  
  A COLLISION between a motorbike and car brought traffic to a standstill on a major road in Bolton town centre.
  
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• Motorcyclist taken to hospital after collision with BMW

  13-03-2017 20:11
  
  A COLLISION between a motorbike and car brought traffic to a standstill on a major road in Bolton town centre.
  
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• Morecambe Bay boy, 15, rescued from mud and quicksand

  13-03-2017 19:11 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Coastguard and lifeboat teams rescue a teenager who was trapped in quicksand in Morecambe Bay.
  
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• ‘Definite failure of care’ at Benidorm police station where father-of-2 found hanged

  13-03-2017 18:57
  
  THERE was a ‘definite failure of care’ when a father-of-two was found hanged in a prison cell in Spain, an inquest heard.
  
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• Durban stripped of 2022 Commonwealth Games - The Bolton News

  13-03-2017 18:14
  
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  Durban stripped of 2022 Commonwealth Games
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  A review by the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) expressed disappointment the information submitted by the South African city was a “significant departure” from undertakings provided in the original bid. “In line with the mandate from members at the ...and more »
  
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• EXPLAINED: Higher speeding fines come into force next month - The Bolton News

  13-03-2017 18:00
  
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  EXPLAINED: Higher speeding fines come into force next month
  The Bolton News
  SPEEDING drivers will soon face stricter penalties and much higher fines based on what they earn. From April 24 2017, new rules come into effect in the UK which will mean offenders could now be charged up to 175% of their weekly income. Currently in ...and more »
  
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• EXPLAINED: Higher speeding fines come into force next month

  13-03-2017 17:52
  
  SPEEDING drivers will soon face stricter penalties and much higher fines based on what they earn.
  
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• Shaun Edwards disappointed over celebration accusations - The Bolton News

  13-03-2017 17:39
  
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  Shaun Edwards disappointed over celebration accusations
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  Shaun Edwards was disappointed to have been accused of a rude gesture while celebrating Wales' RBS 6 Nations win over Ireland. Defence coach Edwards insisted he toasted Jamie Roberts' winning try in the 22-9 triumph over Ireland on Friday night by ...and more »
  
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• Gillingham v Bolton preview - SkySports

  13-03-2017 16:48
  
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  Gillingham v Bolton preview
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  Wright netted a hat-trick of second-half penalties in just nine minutes as the Gills fought back to beat promotion-chasing Scunthorpe on Saturday, but picked up his 10th yellow card during the goal celebrations. Defender Ryan Jackson will be assessed ...and more »
  
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• Polish paedophile extradited after Heysham Port arrest

  13-03-2017 16:19 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Convicted paedophile Marian Dorobek is extradited after being handed over the Polish authorities.
  
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• The Hungry tradesmen measure up Bolton's best breakfasts - The Bolton News

  13-03-2017 15:22
  
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  The Hungry tradesmen measure up Bolton's best breakfasts
  The Bolton News
  IF you want to know the best places in Bolton to buy a good breakfast barm then look no further than the new internet sensations aka The Hungry Tradesmen. The pair, Mark Harrison, 35, from Tonge Moor, and Aaron Hunt, 25, from Halliwell, set out most ...and more »
  
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• VIDEO: The Hungry Tradesmen measure up the best breakfasts in Bolton

  13-03-2017 15:20
  
  IF you want to know the best places in Bolton to buy a good breakfast barm then look no further than the new internet sensations aka The Hungry Tradesmen.
  
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• Drivers warned of traffic light failure on Bury and Bolton Road - Bury Times

  13-03-2017 14:30
  
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  Drivers warned of traffic light failure on Bury and Bolton Road
  Bury Times
  DRIVERS have been advised to take care on a busy road between Bolton and Bury after the failure of traffic lights. The lights on Bury and Bolton Road at the junction with Higher Ainsworth Road, north of Radcliffe town centre, are currently off ...
  
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• Drivers warned of traffic light failure on busy road

  13-03-2017 14:14
  
  DRIVERS have been advised to take care on a busy road between Bolton and Bury after the failure of traffic lights.
  
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• Northern, Southern rail and Merseyrail staff on strike

  13-03-2017 14:06 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Northern, Southern and Merseyrail staff are taking action over plans for driver-only operated trains.
  
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• New home and longer opening hours for Post Office

  13-03-2017 13:48
  
  THE new Blackrod Post Office is due to launch later in March with opening hours on Sundays.
  
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• BBC lines up Tom Hardy treat for Mother's Day - The Bolton News

  13-03-2017 13:28
  
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  BBC lines up Tom Hardy treat for Mother's Day
  The Bolton News
  THE BBC has scheduled a treat for women on Mother's Day — actor Tom Hardy reading a bedtime story. Hardy, 39, will be back on CBeebies, where the star's previous efforts have been a surprise hit, although not necessarily with the channel's target, ...and more »
  
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• BBC lines up Tom Hardy treat for Mother's Day

  13-03-2017 13:26
  
  THE BBC has scheduled a treat for women on Mother's Day — actor Tom Hardy reading a bedtime story.
  
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• PICTURE OF THE DAY: Clear view of the pike

  13-03-2017 13:20
  
  THIS super view of Rivington Pike on a sunny day was taken by reader Lucy Holland.
  
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• Care cuts for disabled people in Greater Manchester after budgets' devolved

  13-03-2017 13:05 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Many disabled people are losing out after their care budget was devolved to local councils, the BBC learns.
  
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• Fairtrade in Bolton set up stall in town centre to mark Fairtrade ... - The Bolton News

  13-03-2017 12:44
  
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  Fairtrade in Bolton set up stall in town centre to mark Fairtrade ...
  The Bolton News
  TOWN centre visitors recently sampled a selection of fairly traded goods at the annual Fairtrade stall. The stall was set up by Fairtrade in Bolton right next to the ...and more »
  
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• Warning after spate of number plate thefts

  13-03-2017 12:37
  
  THREE sets of number plates were stolen in one night.
  
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• Apprentice Talha Patel, from Bolton, encourages more people to ... - The Bolton News

  13-03-2017 12:29
  
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  Apprentice Talha Patel, from Bolton, encourages more people to ...
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  A BOLTON apprentice has spoken of his experience working with the police to encourage more people to sign-up.and more »
  
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• Travel disruption as Northern Rail strike hits Bolton - The Bolton News

  13-03-2017 11:02
  
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  Travel disruption as Northern Rail strike hits Bolton
  The Bolton News
  Members of the RMT union at Arriva Trains North, which runs Northern Rail services, are staging a 24-hour walkout in a row over the role of conductors. A reduced train service is still be running through Bolton on the Blackburn to Manchester Victoria ...
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• VIDEO: Most of you have been eating your bananas the WRONG way

  13-03-2017 11:00
  
  DESPITE millions of years of evolution, humans apparently still don’t know how to correctly open a banana.
  
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• Travel disruption as rail strike hits Bolton

  13-03-2017 11:00
  
  COMMUTERS are being hit by delays due to a rail strike today.
  
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• Extension of Royal Bolton Hospital to help solve pressures on accident and emergency department - The Bolton News

  13-03-2017 10:39
  
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  Extension of Royal Bolton Hospital to help solve pressures on accident and emergency department
  The Bolton News
  HEALTH chiefs are pinning hopes on expansion plans at Royal Bolton Hospital to help prevent a repeat of this winter's NHS crisis. Bolton was among the NHS trusts which came under pressure in January as the number of people waiting to be admitted to ...and more »
  
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• Children take part in special Bikeability event in Victoria Square, Bolton - The Bolton News

  13-03-2017 10:39
  
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  Children take part in special Bikeability event in Victoria Square, Bolton
  The Bolton News
  A special Bikeability session was held on Victoria Square for children who not only found more about cycling but also about the skills and confidence needed to cycle safely on today's roads while enjoying all the benefits of a riding a bike can bring ...and more »
  
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• Bolton law firm Keoghs has been awarded 'Newcomer Employer of ... - The Bolton News

  13-03-2017 09:38
  
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  Bolton law firm Keoghs has been awarded 'Newcomer Employer of ...
  The Bolton News
  BOLTON law firm Keoghs has been awarded 'Newcomer employer of the Year' by Damar Training as part of its 2017 apprenticeship awards.and more »
  
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• Heating firm Viridium seeks to expand workforce after rebranding to HomeServe Bolton and Blackburn - The Bolton News

  13-03-2017 09:18
  
  The Bolton News
  Heating firm Viridium seeks to expand workforce after rebranding to HomeServe Bolton and Blackburn
  The Bolton News
  A HEATING firm is rebranding and looking to expand its workforce after joining up with a national provider. Viridium in Bolton will change its name to HomeServe Bolton and Blackburn as part of a franchise agreement with HomeServe Connect. The team of ...and more »
  
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• Firefighters called to reports of house blaze in Mallett Crescent, Bolton - The Bolton News

  13-03-2017 09:18
  
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  Firefighters called to reports of house blaze in Mallett Crescent, Bolton
  The Bolton News
  The fire service was called to a report of a house fire in Mallett Crescent at around 9pm last night. On arrival, the crew found that a resident was carrying out a controlled burn of a wardrobe in their garden. 3 comments ...and more »
  
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• Crews called to reports of house fire

  13-03-2017 08:53
  
  FIREFIGHTERS were called to a controlled burn.
  
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• Crufts 2017: American Cocker Spaniel Afterglow Miami Ink is Best In Show

  13-03-2017 07:43 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The winning dog, named Afterglow Miami Ink, is praised for his "wagging tail and charisma".
  
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• MARC ILES' MONDAY MATCH VERDICT: Fleetwood Town 2 Bolton Wanderers 4 - The Bolton News

  13-03-2017 07:10
  
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  MARC ILES' MONDAY MATCH VERDICT: Fleetwood Town 2 Bolton Wanderers 4
  The Bolton News
  RISKY business paid off for Wanderers at Fleetwood, and who is to say it will not for the rest of the season? A penny for the rest of League One's thoughts as Phil Parkinson's team sheet became public knowledge on Saturday afternoon. A club in transfer ...
  Fleetwood Town 2-4 Bolton WanderersBBC News
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• Chancellor's budget gets backlash from ex-maths teacher turned ... - The Bolton News

  13-03-2017 07:07
  
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  Chancellor's budget gets backlash from ex-maths teacher turned ...
  The Bolton News
  AN ex-maths teacher turned publican in Bolton marked Chancellor Philip Hammond's budget a D for doing nothing for entrepreneurs.and more »
  
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• Bolton opticians based in Winter Hey Lane, Horwich nominated for ... - The Bolton News

  13-03-2017 07:07
  
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  Bolton opticians based in Winter Hey Lane, Horwich nominated for ...
  The Bolton News
  AN OPTICIANS that briefly featured on Peter Kay's Car Share has been nominated for a national award.and more »
  
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• More vandalism costs Bradshaw Cricket club £3,000 (From The ... - The Bolton News

  13-03-2017 07:04
  
  The Bolton News
  More vandalism costs Bradshaw Cricket club £3,000 (From The ...
  The Bolton News
  TEENAGERS have caused almost £4000 worth of damage at Bradshaw Cricket Club so far this year.and more »
  
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• Opticians of Car Share fame nominated for national award

  13-03-2017 07:03
  
  AN OPTICIANS that briefly featured on Peter Kay’s Car Share has been nominated for a national award.
  
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• Opticians filmed for Peter Kay’s Car Share nominated for national award

  13-03-2017 07:03
  
  AN OPTICIANS that briefly featured on Peter Kay’s Car Share has been nominated for a national award.
  
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• 'I'd give him a D' - Maths teacher turned publican's verdict on chancellor's budget

  13-03-2017 07:03
  
  AN ex-maths teacher turned publican in Bolton marked Chancellor Philip Hammond's budget a D for doing nothing for entrepreneurs.
  
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• Civic plaque awarded to 200-year-old pub

  13-03-2017 07:03
  
  A PLAQUE will be unveiled at a pub that has been going for more than 200 years.
  
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