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• Storm Harvey flooding western Louisiana on anniversary of Katrina - The Bolton News

  29-08-2017 21:35
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  Storm Harvey flooding western Louisiana on anniversary of Katrina
  The Bolton News
  Twelve years to the day after Hurricane Katrina slammed into the Gulf Coast, another deadly storm has seen hundreds of people rescued from floodwaters in south-western Louisiana. Tropical Storm Harvey also prompted New Orleans to shut down its ...and more »
  
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• Ainsley Harriott singing about coconuts and mangoes in Bolton goes viral - Manchester Evening News

  29-08-2017 20:27
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  Ainsley Harriott singing about coconuts and mangoes in Bolton goes viral
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  Enter your postcode to see news and information near you Community updates, Crime Statistics, Local News & Events and much more... Video Loading. Video Unavailable. Click to playTap to play. The video will start in 8Cancel. Play now. Video will play in ...
  
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• Firefighters rescue man from window ledge after he locked himself out

  29-08-2017 19:45
  FIREFIGHTERS came to the rescue of a man who became stranded on a window ledge after locking himself out.
  
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• Pig's head left outside Taiyabah Masjid mosque in Draycott Street, Bolton - The Bolton News

  29-08-2017 19:35
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  Pig's head left outside Taiyabah Masjid mosque in Draycott Street, Bolton
  The Bolton News
  POLICE have launched a hate crime investigation after a pig's head was left on railings outside a mosque. Officers received a report that the head had been left impaled on fencing outside the Taiyabah Masjid mosque in Draycott Street, off Blackburn ...
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• Lancashire v Warwickshire: Liam Livingstone makes maiden double century

  29-08-2017 19:29 via bbc.co.uk
  Liam Livingstone's maiden first-class double century eases Lancashire into a big lead over Warwickshire at Old Trafford.
  
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• Reservoirs overflow as Houston suffers under Storm Harvey deluge - The Bolton News

  29-08-2017 17:08
  The Bolton News
  Reservoirs overflow as Houston suffers under Storm Harvey deluge
  The Bolton News
  Two Houston reservoirs are overflowing despite a controlled water release that aimed to prevent flooding in the centre of the city. The Addicks and Barker reservoirs are at record levels after days of heavy rain across Texas sparked by Hurricane Harvey.and more »
  
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• Hate crime investigation after pig's head left outside mosque (warning graphic image)

  29-08-2017 17:00
  POLICE have launched a hate crime investigation after a pig's head was left on railings outside a mosque
  
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• Hate crime investigation after pig's head impaled on mosque railings

  29-08-2017 17:00
  POLICE have launched a hate crime investigation after a pig's head was left on railings outside a mosque.
  
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• Jamille Matt: Grimsby Town sign Blackpool forward on season-long loan

  29-08-2017 16:57 via bbc.co.uk
  League Two side Grimsby Town sign forward Jamille Matt on a season-long loan from League One club Blackpool.
  
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• Ben Heneghan: Blackburn Rovers approach Motherwell for defender

  29-08-2017 16:57 via bbc.co.uk
  Motherwell are in negotiations to sell defender Ben Heneghan to English League One side Blackburn Rovers.
  
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• Jordan Hugill: Preston North End reject forward's transfer request

  29-08-2017 16:31 via bbc.co.uk
  Preston North End forward Jordan Hugill hands in a transfer request which the Championship club reject.
  
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• REVEALED: The record-breaking number of visitors to this year's Bolton Food and Drink Festival

  29-08-2017 16:13
  A RECORD-breaking number of visitors came to this year’s Bolton Food and Drink Festival, it has been confirmed.
  
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• REVEALED: Record-breaking number of visitors to this year's Food and Drink Festival

  29-08-2017 16:13
  A RECORD-breaking number of visitors came to this year’s Bolton Food and Drink Festival, it has been confirmed.
  
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• Lancashire: Kyle Jarvis happy to see out contract after reports of Zimbabwe recall

  29-08-2017 16:13 via bbc.co.uk
  Zimbabwe's Kyle Jarvis is happy with Lancashire, who have made an approach for Middlesex and England's Steven Finn.
  
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• Bolton says he's no longer allowed to see Trump - CNN

  29-08-2017 16:08
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  Bolton says he's no longer allowed to see Trump
  CNN
  Washington (CNN) A hawkish ally of Donald Trump claims he cannot see the President due to "staff changes" at the White House. John Bolton, a former US ambassador to the UN who at one point was a candidate to lead the State Department, claimed in a ...
  Former UN Ambassador John Bolton has a plan to pull out of the Iran deal. It's bad.Vox
  Bolton says 'staff changes' have prevented him from seeing TrumpThe Hill
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• Greater Manchester Police called to crash in Montserrat Road in ... - The Bolton News

  29-08-2017 15:16
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  Greater Manchester Police called to crash in Montserrat Road in ...
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  A CHILD was seriously injured when they were hit by a car.and more »
  
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• Greater Manchester Police called to crash in Montserrat Road in Bolton - The Bolton News

  29-08-2017 15:16
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  Greater Manchester Police called to crash in Montserrat Road in Bolton
  The Bolton News
  A CHILD was seriously injured when he was hit by a car while riding his bike. Police were called at around 6.55pm on Monday to Montserrat Road in Halliwell to reports of a collision. The 11-year-old child was riding his pushbike when he was hit by the ...
  
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• Child seriously injured in collision with car

  29-08-2017 15:12
  A CHILD was seriously injured when they were hit by a car.
  
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• Bolton Food and Drink Festival sets new visitor record as thousands enjoy produce from 200 traders - Manchester Evening News

  29-08-2017 14:30
  Manchester Evening News
  Bolton Food and Drink Festival sets new visitor record as thousands enjoy produce from 200 traders
  Manchester Evening News
  Official figures show that 267,000 people passed through the site - topping last year's all time high of 263,000. Share. ByLucy Roue. 13:30, 29 AUG 2017. Business. Share. Get business updates directly to your inbox. + Subscribe. Thank you for subscribing!
  Record-breaking 267000 visitors came to this year's Bolton Food and Drink FestivalThe Bolton New
  
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• John Bolton offers Iran nuclear plan, complains he can't get it to Trump - CNN

  29-08-2017 14:21
  CNN
  John Bolton offers Iran nuclear plan, complains he can't get it to Trump
  CNN
  Washington (CNN) President Donald Trump has an easy way out of the Iran nuclear deal that he can and should take at the earliest possible opportunity, said John Bolton, the hawkish former US ambassador to the UN. In a memo drawn up after a July ...
  Bolton writes in op-ed he can't get in to see Trump anymorePolitico
  Bolton says 'staff changes' have prevented him from seeing TrumpThe Hill
  John Bolton says he's b
  
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• Allardyce not interested in management return – at the moment - The Bolton News

  29-08-2017 14:16
  The Bolton News
  Allardyce not interested in management return – at the moment
  The Bolton News
  Sam Allardyce has insisted he has no interest in returning to management “at the moment” and believes his successor at Crystal Palace, Frank de Boer, deserves more time. The 62-year-old's talk of enjoying “a break from football” is, however, a ...
  Frank de Boer manager profile - latest news, rumours and pictures from The SunThe Sun
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• How much you need to earn per hour to live in Bolton's cheapest and most expensive postcodes - The Bolton News

  29-08-2017 14:14
  The Bolton News
  How much you need to earn per hour to live in Bolton's cheapest and most expensive postcodes
  The Bolton News
  EVER wondered how much you would need to earn per hour to buy a house in the most expensive part of Bolton — or the cheapest? Now a handy online tool, created by Web-Blinds.com, reveals how much you need in your pay packet to make your ...and more »
  
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• REVEALED: How much you need to earn an hour to live in cheapest and most expensive postcodes

  29-08-2017 14:02
  EVER wondered how much you would need to earn per hour to buy a house in the most expensive part of Bolton — or the cheapest?
  
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• Fight breaks out at cinema after Mayweather v McGregor boxing match

  29-08-2017 13:20
  A CINEMA has been accused of putting staff and customers at risk after a fight broke out during the screening of the Mayweather v McGregor boxing match on Sunday.
  
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• Jordan Thorniley: Accrington sign defender on loan from Sheffield Wednesday

  29-08-2017 12:30 via bbc.co.uk
  Accrington Stanley sign defender Jordan Thorniley on loan from Championship side Sheffield Wednesday.
  
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• FLASHBACK: Who were the new season signings?

  29-08-2017 12:16
  THIS week’s delve into The Bolton News picture archives has unearthed this photo from Walkden Cricket Club taken in June 1972.
  
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• FLASHBACK: Who were the new cricket season signings?

  29-08-2017 12:16
  THIS week’s delve into The Bolton News picture archives has unearthed this photo from Walkden Cricket Club taken in June 1972.
  
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• Bolton engineers' strike in the late 19th century - The Bolton News

  29-08-2017 12:14
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  Bolton engineers' strike in the late 19th century
  The Bolton News
  A BOLTON engineers' strike, during which the local authorities had to ask for military protection because of the workers' hot tempers and window smashing escapades is re-called by this photograph. It shows the encampment of the 13th Hussars in the Spa ...and more »
  
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• Bolton engineers' strike in the late 19th century (From The Bolton ... - The Bolton News

  29-08-2017 12:14
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  Bolton engineers' strike in the late 19th century (From The Bolton ...
  The Bolton News
  A BOLTON engineers' strike, during which the local authorities had to ask for military protection because of the workers' hot tempers and window…and more »
  
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• When 2,000 'hot-tempered' workers went on strike and the army was called in

  29-08-2017 12:09
  A BOLTON engineers’ strike, during which the local authorities had to ask for military protection because of the workers’ hot tempers and window smashing escapades is re-called by this photograph.
  
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• Bolton Hospice's Bubble Rush 2017 taking place at Queens Park - The Bolton News

  29-08-2017 11:48
  The Bolton News
  Bolton Hospice's Bubble Rush 2017 taking place at Queens Park
  The Bolton News
  THERE is less than three weeks to sign up to Bolton Hospice's Bubble Rush 2017. The event is on Sunday, September 17, from 11am at Queens Park and there is still time left to register. It is a sponsored five kilometre run through mountains of colourful ...and more »
  
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• Everything you need to know about Bubble Rush event — and how to get involved

  29-08-2017 11:43
  THERE is less than three weeks to sign up to Bolton Hospice’s Bubble Rush 2017.
  
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• £2.50 pints of ale and glasses of Prosecco at popular beer festival

  29-08-2017 11:41
  DRINK lovers will be chinking their pint glasses at the forthcoming Horwich Beer Festival.
  
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• In Numbers: Kamil Grosicki vs Bolton Wanderers (h) - HULL CITY TIGERS

  29-08-2017 10:44
  HULL CITY TIGERS
  In Numbers: Kamil Grosicki vs Bolton Wanderers (h)
  HULL CITY TIGERS
  Last Friday's 4-0 victory over Bolton Wanderers saw the Tigers returning to winning ways after three straight defeats in all competitions. Central to ending that run was the performance of Polish international Kamil Grosicki, who caused the Trotters no ...and more »
  
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• 2017/18 Grosicki In Numbers vs Bolton (h) | Hull City Tigers - HULL CITY TIGERS

  29-08-2017 10:44
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  2017/18 Grosicki In Numbers vs Bolton (h) | Hull City Tigers
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  Last Friday's 4-0 victory over Bolton Wanderers saw the Tigers returning to winning ways after three straight defeats in all competitions. Central to ending that run ...and more »
  
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• Car crashes into The Gypsy's Tent, Bolton - The Bolton News

  29-08-2017 09:14
  The Bolton News
  Car crashes into The Gypsy's Tent, Bolton
  The Bolton News
  Emergency services were called to The Gypsy's Tent pub at 1am this morning to a silver Toyota Corolla, which had crashed through the scaffolding on the building. Crew manager Andy Bolton, said: "The car has gone into the scaffolding, through that, and ...and more »
  
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• Car crashes into The Gypsy's Tent, Bolton (From The Bolton News) - The Bolton News

  29-08-2017 09:14
  The Bolton News
  Car crashes into The Gypsy's Tent, Bolton (From The Bolton News)
  The Bolton News
  A CAR crashed into an empty pub in the early hours of the morning.and more »
  
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• Bolton United Harrier Hannah Kelly picked for National School ... - The Bolton News

  29-08-2017 09:14
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  Bolton United Harrier Hannah Kelly picked for National School ...
  The Bolton News
  BOLTON United Harrier Hannah Kelly could get a taste of things to come after being picked for the North of England team in the National School Games.and more »
  
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• Bolton United Harrier Hannah Kelly picked for National School Games squad - The Bolton News

  29-08-2017 09:14
  The Bolton News
  Bolton United Harrier Hannah Kelly picked for National School Games squad
  The Bolton News
  BOLTON United Harrier Hannah Kelly could get a taste of things to come after being picked for the North of England team in the National School Games. Selection for an event that has previously launched the careers of Team GB athletes Katarina ...and more »
  
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• Car crashes into town centre pub

  29-08-2017 08:43
  A CAR crashed into an empty pub in the early hours of the morning.
  
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• BMSS swimmers scoop national gold and silver - The Bolton News

  29-08-2017 08:17
  The Bolton News
  BMSS swimmers scoop national gold and silver
  The Bolton News
  Isaac Brennand won silver in the 50m breaststroke in the 13/14-year age category at the ASA British Championships – for the very best talent across England, Scotland and Wales. Gabriel Glynn also made the British final in the 13/14-year 50m backstroke ...and more »
  
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• BMSS swimmers scoop national gold and silver (From The Bolton ... - The Bolton News

  29-08-2017 08:17
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  BMSS swimmers scoop national gold and silver (From The Bolton ...
  The Bolton News
  BOLTON Metro Swim Squad picked up two medals at this year's national swimming competitions.and more »
  
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• The Venue Bar in Bolton welcomes STAX of SOUL band to ... - The Bolton News

  29-08-2017 08:10
  The Bolton News
  The Venue Bar in Bolton welcomes STAX of SOUL band to ...
  The Bolton News
  A BOLTON bar is pulling out all the stops to celebrate its birthday in the town.and more »
  
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• The Venue Bar in Bolton welcomes STAX of SOUL band to celebrate third anniversary in Churchgate - The Bolton News

  29-08-2017 08:10
  The Bolton News
  The Venue Bar in Bolton welcomes STAX of SOUL band to celebrate third anniversary in Churchgate
  The Bolton News
  A BOLTON bar is pulling out all the stops to celebrate its birthday in the town. The Venue Bar will turn three-years-old with the help of a nine-piece Big Band on Friday. Organisers hope the event will not only mark the bar's success but also celebrate ...and more »
  
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• Royal Mail 'exceeds delivery targets' in Bolton - The Bolton News

  29-08-2017 08:10
  The Bolton News
  Royal Mail 'exceeds delivery targets' in Bolton
  The Bolton News
  ROYAL Mail says it has exceeded targets in Bolton, delivering 94 per cent of letters and packages the next working day. The figure was revealed in the company's report for the first quarter of the financial year, having set itself a target of 93 per ...and more »
  
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• Bolton teenager to take part in world's first fully accessible fun run - The Bolton News

  29-08-2017 08:10
  The Bolton News
  Bolton teenager to take part in world's first fully accessible fun run
  The Bolton News
  A TEENAGE wheelchair user is lining up to take part in the world's first fully accessible fun run. Kira Glossop, aged 16, will be competing in the 10km Parallel London event at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park on Sunday, in a bid to raise funds for ...and more »
  
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• Bolton at Home warning after incident in Staton Street in Breightmet - The Bolton News

  29-08-2017 08:10
  The Bolton News
  Bolton at Home warning after incident in Staton Street in Breightmet
  The Bolton News
  RESIDENTS are being warned after a teenager tried to gain access to a house by pretending to be checking for damp. Bolton at Home has issued a warning to people across the area after the incident last week. The man tried to gain access to a house in ...and more »
  
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• Jimmy Armfield: Munich, Moore and Clough - a life in football

  29-08-2017 07:23 via bbc.co.uk
  As a special 5 live programme celebrates Jimmy Armfield's life and career, he tells us about some of his most interesting moments from a life in football.
  
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• Bolton News reader's letter: There are dozens of rough sleepers on our streets - The Bolton News

  29-08-2017 07:09
  The Bolton News
  Bolton News reader's letter: There are dozens of rough sleepers on our streets
  The Bolton News
  ON August 5, Bolton Against the Bedroom Tax held a rally in Victoria Square calling for action to end homelessness in Bolton. This event was supported by faith groups, Unite community branch, Wake up Bolton, Bolton Diggers, the Green Party, Friends of ...
  
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