Bolton news

• Dad's undiagnosed condition caused him to black out and crash car

  12-12-2025 06:00 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  James Stewart is preparing for his first Christmas with epilepsy after being diagnosed following two serious episodes, including a brain haemorrhage
  
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• Two-month ban for motorist who drove in excess of 100mph

  13-12-2025 06:00 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  A motorist from Bolton has been banned for two months after driving at over 100mph.
  
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• Town centre cultural venue responds after being included on 'at risk' list

  13-12-2025 06:00 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  A historic Bolton cultural venue featured on Songs of Praise has responded after being named on an "at risk" list.
  
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• Rapist 'lured' young woman to secluded Churchyard area in early hours

  13-12-2025 06:00 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  Aymal Ali, 38, was on Bradshawgate in the town centre in the early hours of May 4 last year when he met the young woman, who had been out socialising with friends.
  
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• O come all ye faithful to special Christmas concert by 2 Bolton choirs

  13-12-2025 06:00 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  Tonge with the Haulgh Community Choir and Radcliffe Male Voice Choir are joining forces on Sunday, December 14, for a Christmas concert.
  
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• Jeweller rewards shoppers with £50 gift cards in one-day-only event

  13-12-2025 06:00 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  Beaverbrooks in Bolton’s Market Place spread festive cheer by surprising shoppers with £50 gift cards during a special one-day Christmas event.
  
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• Inside the luxury seven-bed home on sale in Bolton for £1.5 million

  13-12-2025 06:00 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  A seven-bedroom luxury home in Oakley Park, between Heaton and Lostock in Bolton, is on the market for £1.5 million, offering nearly 4,700 square feet
  
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• Hospital admissions climbing as 'severe' flu wave hits Greater Manchester

  13-12-2025 06:00 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  Greater Manchester is facing a severe flu wave, with rising admissions prompting NHS Greater Manchester to launch walk-in catch-up vaccination clinics
  
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• Free yoga classes for adults in Bolton – limited spots available

  13-12-2025 06:00 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  Yoga Art with Carolyn is offering six free spots for the yoga course that is suitable for all abilities.
  
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• Excitement as new high street store comes to town

  13-12-2025 06:00 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  The management of a new high street store in Bolton has voiced "excitement".
  
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• Disco with a retro twist taking place this week

  13-12-2025 06:00 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  On Friday, December 19, there will be an Over-50s Disco at Walmsley Unitarian Chapel that promises a night of nostalgia and fun.
  
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• Bolton pensioner wins nationwide award on Good Morning Britain

  13-12-2025 06:00 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  David Morley, 81, of Age UK Bolton, wins Good Morning Britain Volunteer Champion Award for his art class tackling loneliness among older people.
  
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• Police appeal to find woman missing from Bolton

  12-12-2025 18:28 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  Greater Manchester Police are appealing for help to find a woman from Bolton who was last seen this afternoon.
  
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• Bolton named on Russian 'strike list' if war broke out

  12-12-2025 16:23 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  A senior Russian politician has warned that Bolton could be targeted by nuclear missiles if war breaks out between Russia and the UK.
  
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• Advice issued to residents amid Greater Manchester NHS strike action

  12-12-2025 15:59 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  Patients in Greater Manchester are being urged to use NHS services wisely as resident doctors take part in the latest round of strike action
  
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• Coronation Street storyline draws attention to abuse that often goes unseen

  12-12-2025 15:54 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  Coronation Street’s storyline featuring Todd Grimshaw and Theo Silverton is raising awareness of coercive control and emotional abuse
  
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• Sniffer dogs find illegal tobacco and air fresheners in town centre crackdown

  12-12-2025 14:43 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  GMP officers teamed up with Trading Standards this week to crack down on illegal vapes and tobacco being sold in Bolton town centre.
  
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• Lancaster Canal suffers 'the most bashed' bridges

  12-12-2025 07:22 via bbc.com
  Narrow, rural roads and careless drivers are damaging old bridges, the Canal and River Trust says.
  
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• Children help to create Japanese-style microforest

  12-12-2025 07:21 via bbc.com
  The children planted a mixture of native woodland trees and shrubs on a village field in Lancashire.
  
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• The amount paid out for pothole damage as council spending on pothole repairs falls

  12-12-2025 06:50 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  The council says resurfacing investment has reduced potholes, even as newly released data shows repair spending has dropped year-on-year.
  
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• The festive foods every dog owner needs to be wary of, according to local vets

  12-12-2025 06:00 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  Pennine Vets Harwood is warning dog owners to keep chocolate and raisins away from pets this Christmas, as both are highly toxic and common in festive treats
  
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• PHIL BRICKELL: New anti-corruption strategy – Now we must match ambition with action

  12-12-2025 06:00 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  Earlier this week, Phil Brickell MP took several journalists on a 'corruption and dirty money tour’ around London, he writes in his latest column.
  
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• Motorist in court after driving off the motorway carriageway

  12-12-2025 06:00 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  A motorist from Bolton appeared in court after driving off the motorway carriageway.
  
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• Man bit, strangled and 'dominated' partner before she died a few days later

  12-12-2025 06:00 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  A man bit, strangled and "dominated" his partner before she died three days later.
  
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• Join Bolton Ramblers for a scenic stroll this Sunday

  12-12-2025 06:00 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  On Sunday, December 14, Bolton Ramblers is inviting walkers to enjoy a leisurely four-mile stroll around Jumbles Country Park this weekend.
  
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• Here's the Met Office forecast for Bolton this weekend

  12-12-2025 06:00 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  Here's your weekend weather forecast for Bolton from the Met Office
  
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• Dental practice helping to put a smile on the faces of youngsters this Christmas

  12-12-2025 06:00 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  Dream Smiles Dental in Bolton is spreading festive cheer with a Christmas toy drive supporting Derian House Children’s Hospice in Chorley
  
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• Councillor questions why 'half of borough' covered by one health neighbourhood

  12-12-2025 06:00 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  A Westhoughton councillor has questioned why Bolton's “entire east” is covered by one neighbourhood as part of the community health model.
  
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• Bolton’s bright sparks light up as leading school stages special session

  12-12-2025 06:00 via theboltonnews.co.uk
  
  Over 100 Year 6 pupils from 29 schools took part in Bolton School’s annual STEM day of science and engineering challenges
  
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• The Buff Presents: Dirge, detours and goal droughts - The Bolton News

  11-12-2025 18:37 via news.google.com
  The Buff Presents: Dirge, detours and goal droughts  The Bolton News
  
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