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• Flooding across Bolton as Storm Brian hits - police urge drivers to take care

  21-10-2017 21:40
  AREAS of Bolton have been flooded as Storm Brian swept into the town.
  
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• Crewe Alexandra 0-2 Accrington Stanley

  21-10-2017 20:52 via bbc.co.uk
  Billy Kee and Jordan Clark are on the mark as Accrington move up to third in League Two with a win at 10-man Crewe.
  
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• Shrewsbury Town 1-0 Fleetwood Town

  21-10-2017 20:51 via bbc.co.uk
  Defender Aristote Nsiala heads the only goal of the game as League One leaders Shrewsbury win at home against Fleetwood.
  
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• Wolverhampton Wanderers 3-2 Preston North End

  21-10-2017 19:55 via bbc.co.uk
  Championship leaders Wolves hold off a revival by 10-man Preston to earn another home victory at Molineux.
  
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• Burnley defeated by City

  21-10-2017 19:42 via bbc.co.uk
  Sergio Aguero equals Manchester City's goalscoring record as they beat Burnley to go five points clear at the top of the Premier League.
  
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• Blackburn Rovers 3-0 Portsmouth

  21-10-2017 19:00 via bbc.co.uk
  Blackburn Rovers have Dominic Samuel sent off but move into the top six in League One with a home win over Portsmouth.
  
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• Morecambe 0-0 Grimsby Town

  21-10-2017 18:44 via bbc.co.uk
  Morecambe and Grimsby share the spoils as a tough encounter ends goalless at a windswept Globe Arena.
  
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• Bolton Wanderers 1 Queens Park Rangers 1: Idrissa Sylla rescues point for QPR at Trotters - Brent and Kilburn Times

  21-10-2017 18:42
  Brent and Kilburn Times
  Bolton Wanderers 1 Queens Park Rangers 1: Idrissa Sylla rescues point for QPR at Trotters
  Brent and Kilburn Times
  Idrissa Sylla scored for the second successive game as QPR came back to snatch a deserved 1-1 draw at rock-bottom Bolton. The Guinean forward struck with 12 minutes remaining of a scrappy game at the Macron Stadium, adding to his strike at Sunderland ...
  REACTION: Phil Parkinson on Bolton Wanderers' 1-1 draw with QPRThe Bolton News
  Bolton v QPR line-ups:
  
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• Textbook start to Leicester's post-Shakespeare era - The Bolton News

  21-10-2017 18:39
  The Bolton News
  Textbook start to Leicester's post-Shakespeare era
  The Bolton News
  Leicester climbed out of the Premier League relegation zone as the post-Craig Shakespeare era began with a 2-1 win at Swansea. Michael Appleton was in caretaker command after Shakespeare's midweek sacking and Leicester fully merited the three points ...and more »
  
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• Huddersfield hold on to secure famous win over Manchester United - The Bolton News

  21-10-2017 18:39
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  Huddersfield hold on to secure famous win over Manchester United
  The Bolton News
  Huddersfield handed Manchester United a bloody nose at the John Smith's Stadium, with goals from Aaron Mooy and Laurent Depoitre consigning Jose Mourinho's side to a first defeat of the Premier League season. A first-half injury to Phil Jones proved ...and more »
  
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• WEATHER WARNING: Storm Brian blows into Bolton with driving rain and strong winds - The Bolton News

  21-10-2017 18:23
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  WEATHER WARNING: Storm Brian blows into Bolton with driving rain and strong winds
  The Bolton News
  STORM Brian has arrived in Bolton town centre, bringing with it a deluge of rain and strong winds. The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for wind, urging people to be aware, as gusts of up to 55mph are expected to batter the region ...and more »
  
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• WEATHER WARNING: Storm Brian blows into Bolton with driving rain and strong winds

  21-10-2017 18:23
  STORM Brian has arrived in Bolton town centre, bringing with it a deluge of rain and strong winds.
  
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• Cracksman simply dazzling in Champion Stakes at Ascot - The Bolton News

  21-10-2017 18:22
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  Cracksman simply dazzling in Champion Stakes at Ascot
  The Bolton News
  Cracksman lived up to the hype with a stunning display in the Qipco Champion Stakes at Ascot. Plenty was written and said about connections deciding to skip the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe and shunning a clash with John Gosden-trained stablemate Enable, ...and more »
  
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• Bolton Wanderers 1-1 Queens Park Rangers - BBC Sport - BBC Sport

  21-10-2017 17:56
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  Bolton Wanderers 1-1 Queens Park Rangers - BBC Sport
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  Idrissa Sylla scores a stylish equaliser as QPR deny bottom side Bolton Wanderers a second straight win.
  Bolton v QPR previewSkySports
  Why Bolton are quietly confident of victory over QPR following shock ...getwestlondonall 16 news articles »
  
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• Antonio Conte is not feeling any pressure at Chelsea - The Bolton News

  21-10-2017 17:45
  The Bolton News
  Antonio Conte is not feeling any pressure at Chelsea
  The Bolton News
  Antonio Conte insists he is not feeling the pressure after Chelsea fought back to snatch a thrilling 4-2 win over Watford. Michy Batshuayi came off the bench to score twice at Stamford Bridge as the champions came from 2-1 down to secure their first ...and more »
  
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• AFC Fylde A-A Maidstone United

  21-10-2017 17:15 via bbc.co.uk
  AFC Fylde's home game against Maidstone United is abandoned early in the second half because of the weather conditions.
  
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• MATCHDAY LIVE: Bolton Wanderers 1 QPR 0 - The Bolton News

  21-10-2017 15:58
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  MATCHDAY LIVE: Bolton Wanderers 1 QPR 0
  The Bolton News
  Rain falling in every direction as we get closer to kick off. This might be an interesting afternoon! 2:51pm. Kevin Davies at home in his new surroundings #SPTvGAI pic.twitter.com/a22vzzVrFc. — Southport FC (@southport_fc) October 21, 2017. Best of ...and more »
  
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• MATCHDAY LIVE: Bolton Wanderers 0 QPR 0 - The Bolton News

  21-10-2017 15:58
  The Bolton News
  MATCHDAY LIVE: Bolton Wanderers 0 QPR 0
  The Bolton News
  Rain falling in every direction as we get closer to kick off. This might be an interesting afternoon! 2:51pm. Kevin Davies at home in his new surroundings #SPTvGAI pic.twitter.com/a22vzzVrFc. — Southport FC (@southport_fc) October 21, 2017. Best of ...and more »
  
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• Bolton says it's time for Maidenhead RFC to front up at Hornets RFC - Windsor Express

  21-10-2017 15:38
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  Bolton says it's time for Maidenhead RFC to front up at Hornets RFC
  Windsor Express
  Russell Bolton does not believe that Maidenhead have lost all three of their away matches because of the travelling but because they have simply under-performed on the day. The head coach reckons the defeats are down to a lack of rugby smarts not ...and more »
  
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• Bolton says it's time for Maidenhead RFC to front up at Hornets RFC - Slough Express

  21-10-2017 15:37
  Slough Express
  Bolton says it's time for Maidenhead RFC to front up at Hornets RFC
  Slough Express
  Russell Bolton does not believe that Maidenhead have lost all three of their away matches because of the travelling but because they have simply under-performed on the day. The head coach reckons the defeats are down to a lack of rugby smarts not ...and more »
  
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• Passengers warned of disruption ahead of second day of bus drivers' strike action

  21-10-2017 15:16
  BUS passengers are warned to expect major disruption again on Monday during a second day of strike action.
  
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• Spanish PM moves to dissolve Catalan government - The Bolton News

  21-10-2017 14:58
  The Bolton News
  Spanish PM moves to dissolve Catalan government
  The Bolton News
  Spain's prime minister Mariano Rajoy has said he wants the country's senate to give him direct power to dissolve the regional Catalan government and call an election as soon as possible. Mr Rajoy said after a cabinet meeting that the central government ...and more »
  
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• Manchester-Preston rail electrification delayed again

  21-10-2017 14:03 via bbc.co.uk
  Upgrade of Manchester-Preston route is delayed again due to underground mines, Network Rail says.
  
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• Man arrested after four people stabbed in Munich city centre - The Bolton News

  21-10-2017 13:11
  The Bolton News
  Man arrested after four people stabbed in Munich city centre
  The Bolton News
  A man has been arrested after four people were stabbed in Munich, Bavarian police said. Six people – five men and one woman – were reportedly attacked by a lone assailant in the Haidhausen area, just east of Munich city centre, at about 8.30am local time.and more »
  
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• Storm Brian causes flooding on south-west coast of Ireland - The Bolton News

  21-10-2017 12:33
  The Bolton News
  Storm Brian causes flooding on south-west coast of Ireland
  The Bolton News
  Limerick city appears to be one of the areas worst-hit, with the River Shannon having overflowed. In Galway city, temporary flood defences erected close to the Spanish Arch landmark proved effective, though the waters came close to reaching some ...and more »
  
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• 5 talking points ahead of Tottenham v Liverpool - The Bolton News

  21-10-2017 12:27
  The Bolton News
  5 talking points ahead of Tottenham v Liverpool
  The Bolton News
  Tottenham take on Liverpool on Sunday as both sides look to keep pace with Manchester City at the top of the Premier League table. Here, we take a look at five talking points ahead of the clash at Wembley.and more »
  
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• VIDEO: Grab a Halloween selfie aboard haunted pirate ship docked in front garden

  21-10-2017 11:11
  A SPOOKY spectacular sight has been frightening and delighting Halloween fans after finding a harbour in a front garden.
  
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• Grab a Halloween selfie aboard haunted pirate ship docked in front garden

  21-10-2017 11:11
  A SPOOKY spectacular sight has been frightening and delighting Halloween fans after finding a harbour in a front garden.
  
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• Storm Brian expected to cause chaos in wake of Ophelia - The Bolton News

  21-10-2017 10:29
  The Bolton News
  Storm Brian expected to cause chaos in wake of Ophelia
  The Bolton News
  Gale force winds are expected to cause widespread disruption as Storm Brian batters Britain and Ireland less than a week after ex-hurricane Ophelia wreaked havoc. Winds of 60mph have struck the Welsh coast and gusts are set to reach speeds of 70mph on ...and more »
  
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• 60mph roadwork speed limit considered to tackle congestion - The Bolton News

  21-10-2017 08:33
  The Bolton News
  60mph roadwork speed limit considered to tackle congestion
  The Bolton News
  Speed limits could be raised up to 60mph through roadworks as Highways England looks to combat congestion and lessen the impact of repairs. The government-owned company has been testing different speed limits since September 2016, and in two ...and more »
  
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• Drivers face increased charges for collecting passengers at airports – study - The Bolton News

  21-10-2017 07:44
  The Bolton News
  Drivers face increased charges for collecting passengers at airports – study
  The Bolton News
  Some of the UK's busiest airports have hiked parking charges for drivers collecting passengers, according to a new study. Research by motoring firm the RAC found that eight of the top 20 airports have increased pick-up tariffs this year. It advised ...and more »
  
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• Questions asked about overgrown land by Chequerbent roundabout in Westhoughton - The Bolton News

  21-10-2017 07:05
  The Bolton News
  Questions asked about overgrown land by Chequerbent roundabout in Westhoughton
  The Bolton News
  QUESTIONS have been asked about overgrown land on the outskirts of Westhoughton — where a restaurant was due to be built 16 years ago. The land is located on the A6 Manchester Road just to the west of Chequerbent Roundabout and town councillors ...and more »
  
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• POLICE CUTS: Law and order 'is breaking down' say councillors - The Bolton News

  21-10-2017 07:05
  The Bolton News
  POLICE CUTS: Law and order 'is breaking down' say councillors
  The Bolton News
  ANSWERS are being sought from police after claims that Westhoughton's law and order 'is breaking down'. Town councillors are hoping to meet with officers after a survey of 240 people was carried out. And recent statistics revealed crime rose in Greater ...and more »
  
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• Leader praises Fred Dibnah Heritage Centre in Bolton for keeping ... - The Bolton News

  21-10-2017 07:05
  The Bolton News
  Leader praises Fred Dibnah Heritage Centre in Bolton for keeping ...
  The Bolton News
  THE leader of Bolton Council has praised the owners of the Fred Dibnah Heritage Centre for their work to keep the famous historian's memory alive.and more »
  
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• Leader praises Fred Dibnah Heritage Centre in Bolton for keeping historian's memory alive - The Bolton News

  21-10-2017 07:05
  The Bolton News
  Leader praises Fred Dibnah Heritage Centre in Bolton for keeping historian's memory alive
  The Bolton News
  THE leader of Bolton Council has praised the owners of the Fred Dibnah Heritage Centre for their work to keep the famous historian's memory alive. Cllr Cliff Morris made the comment after Leon Powsney announced the museum, based in Fred's former home ...and more »
  
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• Bolton College students spend a day at Bolton's Army Reserve ... - The Bolton News

  21-10-2017 07:05
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  Bolton College students spend a day at Bolton's Army Reserve ...
  The Bolton News
  STUDENTS striving to be the best got a taste of army life.and more »
  
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• Bolton College students spend a day at Bolton's Army Reserve Centre on Nelson Street - The Bolton News

  21-10-2017 07:05
  The Bolton News
  Bolton College students spend a day at Bolton's Army Reserve Centre on Nelson Street
  The Bolton News
  Bolton College's public services students spent a day at Bolton's Army Reserve Centre in Nelson Street. The 45-students, who have their eyes on a career within the public services sector, took part in a number of activities to develop their teamwork, ...and more »
  
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• Council leader praises heritage centre for keeping Fred Dibnah's memory alive

  21-10-2017 07:04
  THE leader of Bolton Council has praised the owners of the Fred Dibnah Heritage Centre for their work to keep the famous historian's memory alive.
  
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• 'There's going to be an accident' — landlord's fears over flood-prone road

  21-10-2017 07:03
  A LANDLORD is warning that flooding on the main road outside his pub will cause a serious accident if measures are not taken to alleviate the problem.
  
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• REVEALED: Plan to build apartment block next to high school

  21-10-2017 07:03
  A NEW apartment block could be built next to a school in Bromley Cross.
  
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• Man found hanged two days after taking overdose, inquest opening hears

  21-10-2017 07:03
  A MAN was found hanged two days after he was treated for taking an overdose, a court has heard.
  
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• Divorcee found hanged two days after taking overdose, inquest opening hears

  21-10-2017 07:03
  A DIVORCEE was found hanged two days after he was treated for taking an overdose, a court has heard.
  
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• Children and staff roll out of bed and into nursery

  21-10-2017 07:03
  YOUNGSTERS and staff rolled out of bed and straight into nursery still in their onesies and pyjamas — all for a good cause.
  
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• Be The Best: Students get a taste of Army life

  21-10-2017 07:03
  STUDENTS striving to be the best got a taste of army life.
  
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• What's happening to this overgrown land in Westhoughton?

  21-10-2017 07:02
  QUESTIONS have been asked about overgrown land on the outskirts of Westhoughton — where a restaurant was due to be built 16 years ago.
  
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• POLICE CUTS: Law and order 'is breaking down' say councillors

  21-10-2017 07:02
  ANSWERS are being sought from police after claims that Westhoughton’s law and order ‘is breaking down’.
  
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• Choosing a high school for your kids? See how they all did in this year's GCSEs

  21-10-2017 07:02
  PARENTS can find out how schools did in this summer’s GCSE results as they choose a high school for their child.
  
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• Action 'being taken' to tackle 'horrendous' speeding through village, say officials

  21-10-2017 07:02
  COUNCILLORS have reassured residents that action is being taken to tackle ‘horrendous’ speeding through a village.
  
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• £40 million to tackle drug and alcohol addiction in Bolton and Greater Manchesater

  21-10-2017 07:02
  WORK to help people recover from drug and alcohol addiction is being expanded across Bolton.
  
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• £1 billion Bolton town centre regeneration plan pitched to big-money ... - The Bolton News

  21-10-2017 06:11
  The Bolton News
  £1 billion Bolton town centre regeneration plan pitched to big-money ...
  The Bolton News
  AMBITIOUS £1 billion plans to transform Bolton town centre have been pitched to a global audience of big-money investors.and more »
  
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