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Lancashire | Archive | 2007 | January

Stories for 25 January 2007

Accrington

Row over Mistress Pain’s 'fetish cellar'

A SELF-confessed dominatrix has set up a fetish "dungeon" in the heart of Accrington town centre. more...

£30k of taxpayers’ cash will bail out leisure trust

THE trust which runs public leisure facilities in Hyndburn has run up debts of more than £300,000. more...

Alan Calvert

Effects of gambling are a total lottery

YOU will be pleased to know that I had six winning numbers on my Lottery ticket last week. more...

Athletics

Bradshaw hits the medal trail

Paul Bradshaw has won a gold medal at the North of England Junior Indoor Championships a week after striking silver in the Welsh Senior Indoor Championships. more...

Blackburn

Death-crash driver in court

The driver who knocked down and killed a three-year-old girl appeared before magistrates charged with driving while disqualified. more...

Drugs couple must pay back profits

A COUPLE involved in the supply of crack cocaine have been ordered to pay back the profits of their crimes - or face spending longer in jail. more...

Pension row on the buses

A UNION is planning to take legal action against two councils after the transfer of a bus company into private ownership saw workers get "inferior" pensions. more...

Teenager hid Samurai sword under his jumper

A TEENAGER discarded the blade from a Samurai sword as he was chased by a police officer. more...

Buses phobia woman stole to pay taxis

A 45-YEAR-OLD shop assistant stole from the till to fund taxi travel because she had a phobia about using public transport. more...

Split between councils threatens ‘go-it-alone’ bids

BREAKAWAY bids by district councils from Lancashire County Council look set to fail. more...

Man, 23, dressed as policeman 'to be liked'

A 23-YEAR-OLD man dressed as a policeman in a "bizarre" attempt to earn the respect of other members of the public. more...

Red coat will be mark of respect for Stella

THE LAST wishes of a Blackburn teacher who touched hundreds of lives will be honoured at her funeral today. more...

Blackpool News

New tram catches fire on test run

Blackpool promenade was shut off and traffic had to be diverted after a tram caught fire while on a test run. more...

Comedian Lenny Henry is bringing his stand-up show to Blackpool on January 26. And he paid a flying visit to the town on Monday to reminisce about his time working at North Pier and chat about his new TV show, Lenny's Britain. more...

Team has formula for car success

Students from a Fylde school have been competing in the fast lane for the past two months. more...

Sophie to star in West End musical

Young actress Sophie Worsley, is on her way to the West End for a starring role in the musical Mary Poppins. more...

Sophie to star in West End musical

Young actress Sophie Worsley, is on her way to the West End for a starring role in the musical Mary Poppins. more...

Skates on for ice anniversary

A national skating star, who has just clinched fifth place at the Senior British Ice Dance Championships, is to helping to celebrate a special anniversary this weekend. more...

Takeaway manager fined for breaching health and safety

A takeaway in Blackpool was found to be a hygiene and safety hazard by health officials. more...

Takeaway fined for health and safety breaches

A takeaway in Blackpool was found to be a hygiene and safety hazard by health officials. more...

Takeaway fined for health breaches

A takeaway in Blackpool was found to be a hygiene and safety hazard by health officials. more...

Takeaway fined for safety breaches

A takeaway in Blackpool was found to be a hygiene and safety hazard by health officials. more...

Zoo up for sale

A major Blackpool tourist attraction is set to be sold, four years after the council handed it over to a private operator. more...

Calm after the storm

Businesses were closed and tram lines went down after the Fylde coast was battered by the worst gales in the last 17 years. more...

Battle plan laid for visitor boost

Blackpool Council has unveiled its latest tourism strategy to halt the town's declining visitor numbers. more...

Art smash and grab

An artist is appealing for the return of a self-portrait after thieves stole the picture from the window of a Blackpool art gallery. more...

Art smash and grab

An artist is appealing for the return of a self-portrait after thieves stole the picture from the window of a Blackpool art gallery. more...

Art smash and grab

An artist is appealing for the return of a self-portrait after thieves stole the picture from the window of a Blackpool art gallery. more...

Time to show some respect

Nanny state measures to clamp down on anti social troublemakers and nurture good' behaviour has been unveiled in Blackpool after the resort was listed as a Respect zone. more...

Crucial day for resort

January 30 could turn out to be a landmark day in Blackpool's history with multi-million pound regeneration and development dependent on the super-casino decision. more...

Jordan home after hit and run

Schoolboy Jordan Johnson is recovering at home with his family after being mown down by a hit and run driver. more...

Jordan home after hit and run

Schoolboy Jordan Johnson is recovering at home with his family after being mown down by a hit and run driver. more...

Jordan home after hit and run

Schoolboy Jordan Johnson is recovering at home with his family after being mown down by a hit and run driver. more...

Body identified as missing pensioner

Police investigating the body of a man washed up on marshland on the Fylde peninsula on Tuesday, have confirmed it is that of missing pensioner Brian Hartley. more...

Bolton News

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

Congestion charges could be heading for Bolton

CONGESTION charges could be introduced on Bolton's busiest roads under controversial new proposals put forward by transport chiefs. more...

Congestion charges could be heading for Bolton

CONGESTION charges could be introduced on Bolton's busiest roads under controversial new proposals put forward by transport chiefs. more...

Wanderers to take action over pubs showing games - report

Many fans are already posting comments to the news that Bolton Wanderers is seeking licence reviews of pubs near the Reebok Stadium that show foreign satellite football, according to a report today. more...

New Phoenix Club to open — in Spain

A DAVE Spikey look-alike is hoping to open his own Phoenix Nights club - in Spain. more...

Vernon is favourite with the ladies

PRESENTER Vernon Kay has been voted the 30th sexiest man in the world, in a poll by New Woman magazine. more...

Louise ordered to Pipedown on slopes

A DAREDEVIL soldier from Astley Bridge has taken to the slopes for an international skiing competition in the French Alps. more...

Louise ordered to Pipedown on slopes

A DAREDEVIL soldier from Astley Bridge has taken to the slopes for an international skiing competition in the French Alps. more...

Crowded jail lands thief in police cell

A BAG SNATCHER caught by a have-a-go hero following a dramatic chase had to be detained at a police station because of prison overcrowding. more...

VIDEO: Hospital staff in protest at £3.7m cuts plan

PROTESTERS angry at proposed cuts in jobs and services gathered outside the Royal Bolton Hospital to demonstrate. more...

Pilot on cocaine smuggling charge

A PILOT from Bolton has been bailed until March after making a further appearance in court charged with smuggling cocaine. more...

Strict shelter rules at pubs

GUIDELINES have been drawn up for pubs in Bolton that want to open smoking shelters when the ban on smoking indoors is introduced on July 1. more...

Leading Tory visits town

SHADOW Northern Ireland Secretary David Lidington visited Bolton yesterday. more...

Fly-tipper left clues in dumped rubbish

A CARETAKER has been found guilty of fly-tipping after investigators found her address in the dumped rubbish. more...

A walk on the really wild side

WILDLIFE expert and television broadcaster Chris Packham will be in Bolton next week as part of a series of events to mark the opening of a new environmental centre. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

Woman dies at bus interchange

A WOMAN'S body has been found at the bus station on Trinity Street, Bolton. more...

Robbers hit woman bank guard during armed raid

A SECURITY guard was attacked with a metal bar when she refused to hand over cash to four masked raiders. more...

Book bar plan to draw young people into library

YOUNGSTERS in Bolton are to be served up a literary feast when a "book bar" opens in the town. more...

Crackdown on the underage drinkers

TRADERS who sell alcohol to children are to be targeted in a new crackdown by trading standards officers in Bolton. more...

Sam raises mental health awareness

FOOTBALLERS at Bolton Wanderers have signed up to help people suffering from mental health problems. more...

Road victim was ‘competent rider'

THE family of a motorbike enthusiast who died in a road accident in Bury have spoken of their shock. more...

Flytipping family firm is fined £4,500

A FAMILY firm appeared in court to face seven charges of flytipping. more...

Opera singer recovers from dog injury

A BOLTON amateur opera singer was forced to quit her lead role after her nose was badly bitten by a dog. more...

Party plans put on hold at school

A PRIMARY school preparing to celebrate its 40th anniversary is having to think twice. more...

Bank theft cashier faces repaying money

THE first legal steps have been taken to reclaim money from a bank cashier who stole more than £270,000. more...

Bowls club is saved by apartments

BOWLERS say their club has been saved by a deal to build a block of apartments in its grounds. more...

Boys get reality check

SCHOOL pupils are being shown graphic images of car crashes and burn victims in a bid to curb attacks on firefighters. more...

Christmas burglar in court

A BURGLAR who stole children's presents from under a Christmas tree has appeared in court. more...

Criminal gangs infiltrate schools

CRIMINAL gangs are infiltrating schools in Manchester and sometimes using young children to run messages between members, ministers have warned. more...

Congestion charges could be heading for Bolton

Web viewers are already reacting angrily to the news that congestion charges could be introduced on Bolton's busiest roads under controversial new proposals put forward by transport chiefs. more...

The Bolton Blog: New topics "live" now

More police; football ticket prices; computers in our life; and Jade Goody - just some of the varied topics discussed this week in The Bolton Blog. more...

Wanderers to take action over pubs showing games - report

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

Congestion charges could be heading for Bolton

Web viewers are already reacting angrily to the news that congestion charges could be introduced on Bolton's busiest roads under controversial new proposals put forward by transport chiefs. more...

Congestion charges could be heading for Bolton

Web viewers are already reacting angrily to the news that congestion charges could be introduced on Bolton's busiest roads under controversial new proposals put forward by transport chiefs. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

Congestion charges could be heading for Bolton

Web viewers are already reacting angrily to the news that congestion charges could be introduced on Bolton's busiest roads under controversial new proposals put forward by transport chiefs. more...

Brockhall News

Stars are out for Nina

AN East Lancashire-born music manager is using his star connections to aid the fight against cancer in memory of his sister. more...

Burnley

New clues in hunt for chubby pervert

DETECTIVES hunting a chubby-faced pervert have been getting calls about a sex pest propositioning women in East Lancashire. more...

New clues in hunt for chubby pervert

DETECTIVES hunting a chubby-faced pervert have been getting calls about a sex pest propositioning women in East Lancashire. more...

New clues in hunt for chubby pervert

DETECTIVES hunting a chubby-faced pervert have been getting calls about a sex pest propositioning women in East Lancashire. more...

Split between councils threatens ‘go-it-alone’ bids

BREAKAWAY bids by district councils from Lancashire County Council look set to fail. more...

Money to tackle louts welcomed

BURNLEY'S MP Kitty Ussher has welcomed the decision that the borough will receive £125,000 to tackle loutish behaviour. more...

Double parking 'putting lives at risk'

FIRE chiefs are warning car owners they are "putting lives at risk" by double parking after crews struggled to get to a fire in Burnley. more...

Superbug kills dad of 5

A FATHER-of-five has been killed by a superbug. Harry Eastham, 35, of Wycoller Avenue, Burnley, caught the clostridium difficile infection. more...

Gym'll fix it for area's athletes

THE Burnley-born Olympic and Commonwealth athlete Craig Heap wants to build a specialist gymnastic centre in East Lancashire - the first of its kind in the area. more...

Racial abuse hurled at police officer

A "Jekyll and Hyde" alcoholic who racially abused a police officer appeared in court for the second time in two days. more...

Religious groups’ joint trip builds unity

A GROUP of Burnley Christians and Muslim leaders are leading the way in promoting multi-faith communities. more...

Mental health centre revamp

A COMMUNITY day centre for adults with mental health problems in Burnley is to reopen after a major makeover to improve facilities. more...

Mental health centre revamp

A COMMUNITY day centre for adults with mental health problems in Burnley is to reopen after a major makeover to improve facilities. more...

Bury News

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

Beer festival up and running

THE 2007 Forever Bury beer festival starts tonight at the Social Club with some Burns Night-themed activities. more...

Daily ‘jam-busting’road fees on agenda

MOTORISTS using the A56 Bury New Road could be forced to pay a daily "jam-busting" fee of up to £8. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

Daily ‘jam-busting’road fees on agenda

MOTORISTS using the A56 Bury New Road could be forced to pay a daily "jam-busting" fee of up to £8. more...

Goshen symnastics get cash boost

YOUNGSTERS at Bury Gymnastics Club are jumping for joy! more...

Daily ‘jam-busting’road fees on agenda

MOTORISTS using the A56 Bury New Road could be forced to pay a daily "jam-busting" fee of up to £8. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

Beer festival up and running

THE 2007 Forever Bury beer festival starts tonight at the Social Club with some Burns Night-themed activities. more...

Biker's death puzzle

MYSTERY surrounds how a motorbike enthusiast died in a late-night accident in Bury. more...

Chef bound over after heated row

A RESTAURANT boss has been bound over to keep the peace, after police were called to trouble at his home in Edenfield. more...

Early smoking ban for town’s marketeers!

BURY indoor market has gone non-smoking in advance of Government legislation which comes in on July 1. more...

Charity run in son's memory

THE father and brother of murdered schoolboy Joe Geeling took part in a charity race in his memory. more...

Taxi firm boss endured torture

A BUSINESSMAN was kidnapped and held prisoner in a flat in Bury for a £350,000 ransom, a court heard. more...

Dangerous sex offender behind bars - again

A DANGEROUS sex offender who fled from a bail hostel in Bury is back behind bars. more...

Four men in court after seige at house

FOUR men have been remanded in custody until April after they were arrested in Unsworth following an armed robbery in Lincolnshire. more...

New deal for pupils looking to stay fitter

A PIONEERING scheme which helps school pupils become fitter and healthier is to be taken into schools across the borough. more...

Driver, 53 punched in 'phone rage' assault

A MOTORIST was punched in the face in a "phone rage" incident in Greenmount. more...

Move starts to reclaim cash stolen from bank

THE first legal steps have been taken to reclaim money from a thieving bank cashier. more...

Crackdown will tarfet fine dodgers

PAY the fine or do the time.That is the message being sent out to fine dodgers in Bury by Greater Manchester's Court Enforcement Officers (CEOs) as they gear up for Operation Payback. more...

Can you befriend a young person?

VOLUNTEERS are needed to support Bury youngsters who are looked after by social services. more...

Hi-tech library ready to open

IT has been delayed by almost a year and has gone more than £300,000 over budget, but Ramsbottom Library will finally open to the public on February 12. more...

Goshen gymnastics get cash boost

YOUNGSTERS at Bury Gymnastics Club are jumping for joy! more...

Police warning:'be safe and secure at home'

RESIDENTS in the borough are being urged to step up security to keep burglars out in the cold. more...

No jail for pensioner

A PENSIONER who was twice caught with a stash of counterfeit fashion accessories has been given a suspended jail sentence. more...

Affordable houseing on the increase

MORE people will be helped onto the property ladder as Bury Council's affordable housing scheme marks its third birthday. more...

MP Ivan backs crisis-hit charity

A CHARITY which supports vulnerable families in Bury but is facing its own crisis, has enlisted the support of MP Ivan Lewis. more...

Parish church set to achieve appeal target

BURY Parish Church is well on course to achieving its ambitious £300,000 Step Inside appeal target in 12 months. more...

Bill reaches saturation point due to flood fiasco

RAIN is bringing tears to the eyes of pensioner Bill Walker as he sees his garden disappearing under floodwater. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

Daily ‘jam-busting’road fees on agenda

MOTORISTS using the A56 Bury New Road could be forced to pay a daily "jam-busting" fee of up to £8. more...

Business

Major contract for Mumtaz

Food company Mumtaz has signed a major contract with the National Health Service to supply its Halal baby food to hospitals all over the UK. more...

Business Headlines

Improve public transport, say business leaders

BUSINESS leaders have spoken out against road charging proposals announced today, claiming improvements must be made to public transport first and that they could cripple small companies. more...

Online training breakthrough

A HORWICH-based design company has won a contract to develop a unique, interactive online training system for nurses. more...

Holiday boost welcomed by MP

BOLTON North East MP David Crausby has welcomed new proposals published by the Government that will give six million workers across Britain increased holiday entitlement from 20 days per year to 28. more...

Franchise couple are cleaning up

A husband and wife have been given a top award for their excellence in helping businesses and homes recover from accidents such as fire and floods. more...

Good results for pub chain

Pubs group JD Wetherspoon said it saw a strong performance over the Christmas period as rising sales helped offset higher costs. more...

Business News

Waterproof keyboard firm on crest of a wave

A DARWEN firm which sells flexible, waterproof keyboards has been chosen to supply sailors in one of the world's best known yacht races. more...

Business Updates

55 years of service

STILL on the road and celebrating 55 years of business in Bury! more...

Strong trading for group

PILSWORTH-based John David Group (JD) continues to enjoy strong trading, driven by the performance of its thriving sports division. more...

More staff for Stanmore

RADCLIFFE-based Stanmore Insurance Brokers have taken on three new staff. more...

Centurions' Updates

Swann returns in coaching role

FORMER Samoan International Willie Swann has returned to Centurions as part time skills coach to football manager Darren Shaw and first team player coach Paul Rowley. more...

Centurions fired up for Saints challenge

LEIGH Centurions are all fired-up for this weekend's rearranged match with St Helens at Knowsley Road (ko 3pm). more...

Swann returns in coaching role

FORMER Samoan International Willie Swann has returned to Centurions as part time skills coach to football manager Darren Shaw and first team player coach Paul Rowley. more...

Centurions fired up for Saints challenge

LEIGH Centurions are all fired-up for this weekend's rearranged match with St Helens at Knowsley Road (ko 3pm). more...

Chorley News

220 hospital jobs under threat

AT least 220 hospital jobs in Lancashire will be at risk under controversial plans to use a private firm to treat NHS patients, a senior manager has warned. more...

220 hospital jobs under threat

AT least 220 hospital jobs in Lancashire will be at risk under controversial plans to use a private firm to treat NHS patients, a senior manager has warned. more...

Church

£30k of taxpayers’ cash will bail out leisure trust

THE trust which runs public leisure facilities in Hyndburn has run up debts of more than £300,000. more...

Clarets News

Cotterill: Push for play-offs

FOCUSED Burnley manager Steve Cotterill has urged his players to be brave enough to mount a promotion challenge. more...

Clayton-Le-Moors

£30k of taxpayers’ cash will bail out leisure trust

THE trust which runs public leisure facilities in Hyndburn has run up debts of more than £300,000. more...

Colne

Firefighters tackle school door blaze

POLICE are investigating an arson attack at a Colne school. more...

Comedy

Blackpool rocks for comic Lenny

Comedian Lenny Henry has returned to his stand-up roots for a live tour. He spoke to us ahead of the performance at Blackpool Grand Theatre on January 26. more...

Blackpool rocks for comic Lenny

Comedian Lenny Henry has returned to his stand-up roots for a live tour. He spoke to us ahead of the performance at Blackpool Grand Theatre on January 26. more...

Lenny is having a laugh

Lenny Henry's Preston memories

Comic Lenny Henry has spoken fondly of his time studying at Preston College ahead of his stand-up show in the city on April 4. more...

Cricket Round-Up

New players welcome at Golborne

GOLBORNE Cricket Club, members of the Bolton and District Cricket Association, are preparing for the 2007 season with net practice on Friday nights at Robin Park, Wigan (7-8pm). more...

New players welcome at Golborne

GOLBORNE Cricket Club, members of the Bolton and District Cricket Association, are preparing for the 2007 season with net practice on Friday nights at Robin Park, Wigan (7-8pm). more...

Darwen

Waterproof keyboard firm on crest of a wave

A DARWEN firm which sells flexible, waterproof keyboards has been chosen to supply sailors in one of the world's best known yacht races. more...

25 jobs axed at wallpaper firm

TWENTY five workers are being made redundant at a Darwen wallpaper company. more...

Pension row on the buses

A UNION is planning to take legal action against two councils after the transfer of a bus company into private ownership saw workers get "inferior" pensions. more...

Teenager hid Samurai sword under his jumper

A TEENAGER discarded the blade from a Samurai sword as he was chased by a police officer. more...

Split between councils threatens ‘go-it-alone’ bids

BREAKAWAY bids by district councils from Lancashire County Council look set to fail. more...

Education

Lessons on stopping bullies

Teachers from across Lancashire will be among the guests attending a conference about prejudice tomorrow. more...

Education News

Euro real class act!

A LITTLE taste of European flavour has gone a long way for a Hawkshaw school after becoming the first primary in Bury to win an International School Award. more...

Peter giving youth the positive touch

A FORMER Peel College student is about to teach the British public a thing or two about the value of education. more...

School praised for being 'outstandingley effective'

A PRIMARY school in Ramsbottom has been rewarded for an outstanding' Ofsted report and creating a school which "pupils really enjoy belonging to". more...

Events In And Around Leigh

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

Blood donors wanted

THE next blood donor sessions at The Formby Hall, Atherton, are on January 31 between 1.30pm and 3.30pm and 5.30pm and 7.30pm and not on January 21 as stated previously. Apologies for any inconvenience. more...

Bridgers meeting

THE next meeting of The Bridgers, the Howe Bridge community group, is in the Scout Headquarters, Leigh Road, on Thursday, February 1, at 8pm. Everyone is welcome. more...

All welcome at open day

LEIGH Age Concern invites everyone to their open day. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

Fc United Of Manchester

Rebel Reds itching for action

FC UNITED'S have revenge on their mind when they take on Colne in the third round of the League Challenge Cup. more...

Rebel Reds itching for action

FC UNITED'S have revenge on their mind when they take on Colne in the third round of the League Challenge Cup. more...

Fulwood News

220 hospital jobs under threat

AT least 220 hospital jobs in Lancashire will be at risk under controversial plans to use a private firm to treat NHS patients, a senior manager has warned. more...

220 hospital jobs under threat

AT least 220 hospital jobs in Lancashire will be at risk under controversial plans to use a private firm to treat NHS patients, a senior manager has warned. more...

Gig Guide

Back to the Sixties with all-star band

ROLLING back the years on January 27 at Burnley Mechanics is Class of '64 - who boast to be "probably the most credible and original 60s band on the circuit". more...

Great Harwood

£30k of taxpayers’ cash will bail out leisure trust

THE trust which runs public leisure facilities in Hyndburn has run up debts of more than £300,000. more...

GP blasts NHS private link-up

A GP has blasted plans to send patients to a private firm on the NHS as "creeping privitisation". more...

Park's lottery boost

Memorial Park in Great Harwood is celebrating after winning a £50,000 lottery grant. more...

Haslingden

Prize collie reprieved after biting woman

A PRIZED 11-year-old border collie has been spared the death sentence for biting a woman. more...

Health

GP blasts NHS private link-up

A GP has blasted plans to send patients to a private firm on the NHS as "creeping privitisation". more...

220 hospital jobs under threat

AT least 220 hospital jobs in Lancashire will be at risk under controversial plans to use a private firm to treat NHS patients, a senior manager has warned. more...

Health News

Sam raises mental health awareness

FOOTBALLERS at Bolton Wanderers have signed up to help people suffering from mental health problems. more...

Sam raises mental health awareness

FOOTBALLERS at Bolton Wanderers have signed up to help people suffering from mental health problems. more...

Health Updates

Smokers urged to get help

SMOKERS wanting to give up the habit are being urged to contact the Bury Stop Smoking Service for support and encouragement. more...

Healthier life is a call away

NEW Year resolutions to embark on a healthy lifestyle may have already fallen by the wayside, but help is now just a phone call away thanks to the launch of Bury's Health Trainers. more...

Don’t ignore invisible home killer

RESIDENTS in Bury are being warned to be aware of an invisible killer which could be lurking in their homes. more...

Bosses like health care shake-up

THE decision to axe emergency surgery from Fairfield Hospital and invest millions of pounds into creating new super health centres has been given the thumbs up from Bury health bosses Bury Primary Care Trust (PCT) board members have welcomed the Healthy Futures proposals which will be implemented within the next five years. more...

Your views sought on mental care

BURY residents are being invited to have their say on the future of mental care services at Fairfield Hospital. more...

Lottery grant helps mums dispel myths

BREASTFEEDING mums in Bury are about to get help thanks to a National Lottery windfall. more...

Helmshore

Man killed himself after driving order

AN East Lancashire pensioner killed himself after he became depressed when he was diagnosed with an eye condition, an inquest heard. more...

‘Village green’ agreement bid

COUNTY and boro-ugh councillors are joining forces to try to resolve an 18-month dispute that has divided a village. more...

Huncoat

Eviction threat man taken to hospital

A TERMINALLY-ILL man was admitted to hospital the day after it was annouced that a housing association wanted to evict him from his home. more...

Hyndburn News

Split between councils threatens ‘go-it-alone’ bids

BREAKAWAY bids by district councils from Lancashire County Council look set to fail. more...

Lancashire

Healthier food call

HEALTH bosses are calling on employers to provide healthier food in the workplace. more...

Pension row on the buses

A UNION is planning to take legal action against two councils after the transfer of a bus company into private ownership saw workers get "inferior" pensions. more...

Lessons on stopping bullies

Teachers from across Lancashire will be among the guests attending a conference about prejudice tomorrow. more...

Split between councils threatens ‘go-it-alone’ bids

BREAKAWAY bids by district councils from Lancashire County Council look set to fail. more...

Split between councils threatens ‘go-it-alone’ bids

BREAKAWAY bids by district councils from Lancashire County Council look set to fail. more...

Split between councils threatens ‘go-it-alone’ bids

BREAKAWAY bids by district councils from Lancashire County Council look set to fail. more...

Lancashire News

House death man 'natural causes' say police

Detectives investigating the mystery death of a 41-year-old man in Wigan are no longer treated the incident as suspicious. more...

House death man 'natural causes' say police

Detectives investigating the mystery death of a 41-year-old man in Wigan are no longer treated the incident as suspicious. more...

Latest Sport

Pie will survive

Gerry McDonnell has more words of wit and wisdom as he previews this weekend's FA Cup ties. more...

Pie will survive

Gerry McDonnell has more words of wit and wisdom as he previews this weekend's FA Cup ties. more...

Pie will survive

Gerry McDonnell has more words of wit and wisdom as he previews this weekend's FA Cup ties. more...

Pie will survive

Gerry McDonnell has more words of wit and wisdom as he previews this weekend's FA Cup ties. more...

Leigh Headlines

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

Cyclist death: Man, 21, charged

A MAN has been charged after a 36-year-old cyclist was fatally injured in an accident with a car in Leigh on Sunday. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

Cyclist death: Man, 21, charged

A MAN has been charged after a 36-year-old cyclist was fatally injured in an accident with a car in Leigh on Sunday. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

Vandals wreck safety barriers

VANDALS have wrecked safety fencing erected around a storm-damaged Golborne path. more...

We want houses, not flats - estate agent

A TYLDESLEY estate agent is fighting to stop the building of unwanted apartments' in a bid to protect the future of the community. more...

New head teacher in place

A LOWTON school can bank on a successful future thanks to the appointment of a new head teacher. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

Letters

‘Green tax’ a ploy to get more cash

IN light of the recent addition of the green tax' levied on the air transport industry by this Government, I think it is time for a little considered thinking on the whole global warming debate. more...

Why leave waste sorting to us?

IN common with most people I had to deal with considerably more recycling over the Christmas period. My wife washed out all the cans, bottles and jars. more...

Why leave waste sorting to us?

IN common with most people I had to deal with considerably more recycling over the Christmas period. My wife washed out all the cans, bottles and jars. more...

Why leave waste sorting to us?

IN common with most people I had to deal with considerably more recycling over the Christmas period. My wife washed out all the cans, bottles and jars. more...

Recruiting call for ex-soldiers

ANYONE who served in the following regiments is welcome to join the Blackburn branch of the Duke of Lancaster's Regiment Association: The East Lancashire Regiment, the South Lancashire Regt, the North Lancashire Regt, the Lancashire Regt (PWV), the Queen's Lancashire Regt, the King's Liverpool Regt, the Manchester Regt, the King's Own Regt, the Border Regt, the King's Own & Border Regt. more...

Recruiting call for ex-soldiers

Leyland News

Come on you dancing stars!

Mayor of South Ribble Dave Watts dusted off his dancing shoes and took on John Travolta's famous Saturday Night Fever role to help launch the annual Search for a Star contest. more...

Come on you dancing stars!

Mayor of South Ribble Dave Watts dusted off his dancing shoes and took on John Travolta's famous Saturday Night Fever role to help launch the annual Search for a Star contest. more...

Local Band Videos

Blackpool rocks for comic Lenny

Comedian Lenny Henry has returned to his stand-up roots for a live tour. He spoke to us ahead of the performance at Blackpool Grand Theatre on January 26. more...

Lenny's stand-up show

In part two of our video interview, Lenny Henry talks about his current stand-up comedy tour, his new TV show Lenny's Britain and how to get a laugh. more...

Lenny's stand-up show

In part two of our video interview, Lenny Henry talks about his current stand-up comedy tour, his new TV show Lenny's Britain and how to get a laugh. more...

Blackpool rocks for comic Lenny

Comedian Lenny Henry has returned to his stand-up roots for a live tour. He spoke to us ahead of the performance at Blackpool Grand Theatre on January 26. more...

Lenny Henry's Preston memories

Comic Lenny Henry has spoken fondly of his time studying at Preston College ahead of his stand-up show in the city on April 4. more...

Local Cricket

Leyland clubs set to merge as Motors fold

Leyland will be represented by just one cricket team in the Northern Premier League next season as Leyland Motors are to fold. more...

Local Cricket Round-Up

New players welcome at Golborne

GOLBORNE Cricket Club, members of the Bolton and District Cricket Association, are preparing for the 2007 season with net practice on Friday nights at Robin Park, Wigan (7-8pm). more...

New players welcome at Golborne

GOLBORNE Cricket Club, members of the Bolton and District Cricket Association, are preparing for the 2007 season with net practice on Friday nights at Robin Park, Wigan (7-8pm). more...

Local Sports Updates

Pie will survive

Gerry McDonnell has more words of wit and wisdom as he previews this weekend's FA Cup ties. more...

Pie will survive

Gerry McDonnell has more words of wit and wisdom as he previews this weekend's FA Cup ties. more...

Pie will survive

Gerry McDonnell has more words of wit and wisdom as he previews this weekend's FA Cup ties. more...

Pie will survive

Gerry McDonnell has more words of wit and wisdom as he previews this weekend's FA Cup ties. more...

Lytham News

Opera singer recovers from dog injury

An amateur opera singer was forced to quit her lead role in a performance in Lytham after her nose was badly bitten by a dog. more...

Manchester Tourism Awards

Jan breaks chain to find small is beautiful

FOR Jan Hampton, owner of Egerton House Hotel, small is beautiful in so many different ways. more...

Mill Hill News

‘Idiots attacked me for no reason’

A MAN attacked and left for dead on New Year's Day has returned home from hospital - and spoke for the first time about the assault. more...

Landlord’s tribute to hanged man

A 67-year-old man has been found hanged at his home in Blackburn. more...

Motorsport

Bradshaw is a quick learner

BLACKBURN-based teenager Tom Bradshaw is setting the world of motorsport alight - but he is still to pass his driving test! more...

Nelson

Story of park and pride

people with a good imagination who enjoy the outdoors are invited to a fun-filled afternoon of story telling in a Nelson park. more...

Story of park and pride

People with a good imagination who enjoy the outdoors are invited to a fun-filled afternoon of story telling in a Nelson park. more...

New Year party-goer's 'moment of madness'

A DRUNKEN teenager grabbed and twisted a police officer's testicles as he was arrested in the early hours of New Year's Day, a court was told. more...

News

Mosque disputes claims

Leaders of a mosque have criticised a television documentary associating them with international Islamic extremism. more...

Polcie granted more time

Police have been granted more time to question three men arrested under the Terrorism Act 2000. more...

News From The Schools

New head teacher in place

A LOWTON school can bank on a successful future thanks to the appointment of a new head teacher. more...

Nicola Mostyn: Shoots From The Hip

Big trouble for small minds

SO phew, Big Brother, eh! Not a chance that, if I'd have chosen to write a column about Big Brother this year I'd have been leaving anyone out. more...

Old Pals: Keeping In Touch Around The World

JENNIFER KOKANY (nee JEWKES) of 82 The Chase Road, Turramurra, 2074, NSW Australia

My uncle, Lawrence Victor N Jewkes passed away in Salford in December 1989. more...

JENNIFER KOKANY (nee JEWKES) of 82 The Chase Road, Turramurra, 2074, NSW Australia

My uncle, Lawrence Victor N Jewkes passed away in Salford in December 1989. more...

JENNIFER KOKANY (nee JEWKES) of 82 The Chase Road, Turramurra, 2074, NSW Australia

My uncle, Lawrence Victor N Jewkes passed away in Salford in December 1989. more...

JENNIFER KOKANY (nee JEWKES) of 82 The Chase Road, Turramurra, 2074, NSW Australia

My uncle, Lawrence Victor N Jewkes passed away in Salford in December 1989. more...

Oswaldtwistle

£30k of taxpayers’ cash will bail out leisure trust

THE trust which runs public leisure facilities in Hyndburn has run up debts of more than £300,000. more...

Padiham News

New clues in hunt for chubby pervert

DETECTIVES hunting a chubby-faced pervert have been getting calls about a sex pest propositioning women in East Lancashire. more...

Mental health centre revamp

A COMMUNITY day centre for adults with mental health problems in Burnley is to reopen after a major makeover to improve facilities. more...

Pendle News

Split between councils threatens ‘go-it-alone’ bids

BREAKAWAY bids by district councils from Lancashire County Council look set to fail. more...

Pne News

Nash wants away as Fulham move in

Preston North End goalkeeper Carlo Nash could have played his last game for Preston - after a third public outburst this season. more...

PNE ‘fix it’ for young fan Sophie

Preston North End fixed-it' for a young fan when goalkeeper Andy Lonergan made a surprise visit to her school. more...

Preston News

220 hospital jobs under threat

AT least 220 hospital jobs in Lancashire will be at risk under controversial plans to use a private firm to treat NHS patients, a senior manager has warned. more...

Lenny Henry's Preston memories

Comic Lenny Henry has spoken fondly of his time studying at Preston College ahead of his stand-up show in the city on April 4. more...

Protest over clinical centre

Health workers have been protesting against plans for a privately-run medical treatment centre in Preston. more...

Date set for murder trial

A trial date has been set for three teenagers charged with the murder of Preston man Shezan Umarji. more...

Art robotics lab drive

A truck manufacturer has welcomed the opening of a state-of-the-art robotics lab at the University of Central Lancashire. more...

John Lewis confirmed as flagship store

Preston's retail future has been given a huge boost with the announcement of a new department store which will transform much of the city centre. more...

Marian jumps at Africa trek chance

A caring teenager is preparing to take the plunge and do charity work in South Africa this spring, but first she is taking another leap - a skydive to help pay for the trip. more...

Charity mourns death of founder

A homeless charity is mourning the death of its founder just days after announcing the establishment of a new centre in Preston. more...

Charity mourns death of founder

A homeless charity is mourning the death of its founder just days after announcing the establishment of a new centre in Preston. more...

Charity mourns death of founder

A homeless charity is mourning the death of its founder just days after announcing the establishment of a new centre in Preston. more...

China visit for UCLan students

Geography students from the University of Central Lancashire will head to China in May to learn about conservation and the environment. more...

Body identified as missing OAP

Police investigating the body of a man washed up on marshland near Preston on Tuesday, have confirmed it is that of missing pensioner Brian Hartley. more...

Police appeal to catch thug

Police are appealing for witnesses after an unprovoked attack on a teenager in Preston city centre. more...

Police appeal to help catch thug

Police are appealing for witnesses after an unprovoked attack on a teenager in Preston city centre. more...

High street still closed

The main high street in Preston remains closed to vehicles a full week after last Thursday's gales, the worst in 70 years, which ripped slates and masonry from buildings. more...

Robber’s sentence upheld

A teenage robber who terrorised students with a campaign of violent robberies has failed in an appeal against his potentially life-long sentence. more...

Warning over cowboy builders

Storm victims are being warned to watch out for rogue traders who may be preying on people whose homes were hit by last week's high winds. more...

Schools pitch in for Africa township

Schools and colleges are to pitch in' to provide a deprived South African township with its first ever football field. more...

Holocaust day is 'time to reflect’

A multi-faith service of remembrance, celebrating the dignity of difference' is to be held in the city to mark Holocaust Memorial Day. more...

Moon rock lands at Fulwood school

Space crazy pupils got a chance to touch the moon when priceless lunar samples went on display at their school. more...

John joins Beckham's LA soccer rivals

A former Preston College student could soon be in action against David Beckham after securing a contract at a Los Angeles soccer club. more...

Jordan back home after hit and run

Schoolboy Jordan Johnson is recovering at home with his family after being mown down by a hit and run driver. more...

220 hospital jobs under threat

AT least 220 hospital jobs in Lancashire will be at risk under controversial plans to use a private firm to treat NHS patients, a senior manager has warned. more...

Prestwich Headlines

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

Public Transport

Congestion charges could be heading for Bolton

Web viewers are already reacting angrily to the news that congestion charges could be introduced on Bolton's busiest roads under controversial new proposals put forward by transport chiefs. more...

Daily ‘jam-busting’road fees on agenda

MOTORISTS using the A56 Bury New Road could be forced to pay a daily "jam-busting" fee of up to £8. more...

Congestion charges could be heading for Bolton

Web viewers are already reacting angrily to the news that congestion charges could be introduced on Bolton's busiest roads under controversial new proposals put forward by transport chiefs. more...

Daily ‘jam-busting’road fees on agenda

MOTORISTS using the A56 Bury New Road could be forced to pay a daily "jam-busting" fee of up to £8. more...

Congestion charges could be heading for Bolton

Web viewers are already reacting angrily to the news that congestion charges could be introduced on Bolton's busiest roads under controversial new proposals put forward by transport chiefs. more...

Daily ‘jam-busting’road fees on agenda

MOTORISTS using the A56 Bury New Road could be forced to pay a daily "jam-busting" fee of up to £8. more...

Congestion charges could be heading for Bolton

Web viewers are already reacting angrily to the news that congestion charges could be introduced on Bolton's busiest roads under controversial new proposals put forward by transport chiefs. more...

Daily ‘jam-busting’road fees on agenda

MOTORISTS using the A56 Bury New Road could be forced to pay a daily "jam-busting" fee of up to £8. more...

Radcliffe Boro

Boro boss excited by new striker

RADCLIFFE Borough boss Andy Johnston is looking forward to seeing new striker Lee Hendley complete his first full match since joining from Altrincham two weeks ago when they take on Ilkeston at Inn2gether Stadium. more...

How to kick off your career

On Friday night at 7pm, Borough will launch a brand new seven a-side football initiative for young people in Radcliffe who want to kick-off their football career. more...

Boro boss excited by new striker

How to kick off your career

On Friday night at 7pm, Borough will launch a brand new seven a-side football initiative for young people in Radcliffe who want to kick-off their football career. more...

Rawtenstall

Happy to keep it as Valley Centre?

RAWTENSTALL residents are asked to help name a planned replacement for the Valley Centre. more...

Drunk teenager crashed stolen vehicle

A drunken teenager who stole his friend's mum's car drove it to Manchester and back before crashing it - almost hitting a neighbour, a court was told. more...

Ribble Valley News

Split between councils threatens ‘go-it-alone’ bids

BREAKAWAY bids by district councils from Lancashire County Council look set to fail. more...

Rossendale News

Split between councils threatens ‘go-it-alone’ bids

BREAKAWAY bids by district councils from Lancashire County Council look set to fail. more...

Village fears that flood water killed four

PEOPLE living in a Rossendale village fear residents have died after being poisoned by flood water, an inquest heard. more...

Rovers News

Samba set to join Rovers

BLACKBURN ROVERS boss Mark Hughes looks set to make his third signing of the January transfer window later today. more...

Warnock: Bellamy was key to move

STEPHEN Warnock has revealed Craig Bellamy convinced him to join Blackburn Rovers. more...

Savage responds to leg-break tackle

DEVASTATED Blackburn midfielder Robbie Savage last night said people should make their own minds up about the horror tackle that left him with a broken leg. more...

Gally backs Rovers ticket plan

FORMER Rovers star Kevin Gallacher has backed the club's moves to use some of the extra television money that Premiership teams will get next year to lower ticket prices. more...

Hughes criticises challenge on Savage

Blackburn Rovers boss Mark Hughes has criticised Watford midfielder Al Bangura for the challenge which left Robbie Savage with a broken leg at Vicarage Road on Tuesday night. more...

Samba signs for Rovers

BLACKBURN boss Mark Hughes has swooped for giant defender Christopher Samba. more...

Rugby League Round-Up

Swann returns in coaching role

FORMER Samoan International Willie Swann has returned to Centurions as part time skills coach to football manager Darren Shaw and first team player coach Paul Rowley. more...

Centurions fired up for Saints challenge

LEIGH Centurions are all fired-up for this weekend's rearranged match with St Helens at Knowsley Road (ko 3pm). more...

Swann returns in coaching role

FORMER Samoan International Willie Swann has returned to Centurions as part time skills coach to football manager Darren Shaw and first team player coach Paul Rowley. more...

Centurions fired up for Saints challenge

LEIGH Centurions are all fired-up for this weekend's rearranged match with St Helens at Knowsley Road (ko 3pm). more...

Sabden

Village’s car park to charge

RESIDENTS in Sabden have been advised that charges for using the village's car park will come into force the week beginning Monday, February 5. more...

Seven Days

That Was The Week That Was

News and sport stories from The Bolton News, Bury Times Group, Leigh Journal and associated newspapers and websites in Lancashire from the last seven days more...

Shakers Updates

Baker's promotion charge pledge

RICHIE Baker wants to repay the faith shown in him by firing the Shakers towards League One. more...

No personal crusade for Scott - boss

MARTIN Scott returns to his old club Hartlepool this weekend, but Chris Casper reckons his assistant will not turn the game into a personal crusade. more...

Warrington back in contention

KEEPER Andy Warrington has returned to training after a slight thigh strain kept him out of last Saturday's game against Lincoln. more...

Beer festival up and running

THE 2007 Forever Bury beer festival starts tonight at the Social Club with some Burns Night-themed activities. more...

I won't quit Deepdale - Nugent

DAVID Nugent insists he is going nowhere in the January transfer window. more...

Baker's promotion charge pledge

RICHIE Baker wants to repay the faith shown in him by firing the Shakers towards League One. more...

No personal crusade for Scott - boss

MARTIN Scott returns to his old club Hartlepool this weekend, but Chris Casper reckons his assistant will not turn the game into a personal crusade. more...

Warrington back in contention

KEEPER Andy Warrington has returned to training after a slight thigh strain kept him out of last Saturday's game against Lincoln. more...

Beer festival up and running

THE 2007 Forever Bury beer festival starts tonight at the Social Club with some Burns Night-themed activities. more...

Soccer Headlines

Pie will survive

Gerry McDonnell has more words of wit and wisdom as he previews this weekend's FA Cup ties. more...

Rebel Reds itching for action

FC UNITED'S have revenge on their mind when they take on Colne in the third round of the League Challenge Cup. more...

Baker's promotion charge pledge

RICHIE Baker wants to repay the faith shown in him by firing the Shakers towards League One. more...

No personal crusade for Scott - boss

MARTIN Scott returns to his old club Hartlepool this weekend, but Chris Casper reckons his assistant will not turn the game into a personal crusade. more...

Warrington back in contention

KEEPER Andy Warrington has returned to training after a slight thigh strain kept him out of last Saturday's game against Lincoln. more...

Boro boss excited by new striker

Beer festival up and running

THE 2007 Forever Bury beer festival starts tonight at the Social Club with some Burns Night-themed activities. more...

Pie will survive

Gerry McDonnell has more words of wit and wisdom as he previews this weekend's FA Cup ties. more...

Pie will survive

Gerry McDonnell has more words of wit and wisdom as he previews this weekend's FA Cup ties. more...

Baker's promotion charge pledge

RICHIE Baker wants to repay the faith shown in him by firing the Shakers towards League One. more...

No personal crusade for Scott - boss

MARTIN Scott returns to his old club Hartlepool this weekend, but Chris Casper reckons his assistant will not turn the game into a personal crusade. more...

Warrington back in contention

KEEPER Andy Warrington has returned to training after a slight thigh strain kept him out of last Saturday's game against Lincoln. more...

Rebel Reds itching for action

FC UNITED'S have revenge on their mind when they take on Colne in the third round of the League Challenge Cup. more...

Boro boss excited by new striker

Beer festival up and running

THE 2007 Forever Bury beer festival starts tonight at the Social Club with some Burns Night-themed activities. more...

Pie will survive

Gerry McDonnell has more words of wit and wisdom as he previews this weekend's FA Cup ties. more...

Sport From Around The Area

Pie will survive

Gerry McDonnell has more words of wit and wisdom as he previews this weekend's FA Cup ties. more...

Pie will survive

Gerry McDonnell has more words of wit and wisdom as he previews this weekend's FA Cup ties. more...

Danny sets up a dream debut with winning goal

Leigh Athletic 2, Monton 1: more...

Critchley brace sparks Hindsford

Hindsford 4, Hollinwood 2: HINDSFORD went in front when Neil Critchley chipped the keeper, but despite dominating the play, they could not increase their lead before half time. more...

Pennington bounce back for semi place

Manchester Juniors 1, Pennington 2: PENNINGTON faced a tough Murray Trophy quarter-final tie away at Manchester Juniors but after going a goal down, came back to triumph in some terrible conditions. more...

Miners' fightback restores top spot

Leigh Miners Rangers 22, Thornhill Trojans 15 more...

Vets go on runaway try spree

Leigh Vets 67 Kendal 5 KENDAL arrived with an under strength squad giving Vets a chance to improve their points difference. more...

Brenda races to top time

BRENDA Wane of A & T Road Runners, knocked an amazing five minutes off her personal best in the Garstang 10k. more...

Pie will survive

Gerry McDonnell has more words of wit and wisdom as he previews this weekend's FA Cup ties. more...

Pie will survive

Gerry McDonnell has more words of wit and wisdom as he previews this weekend's FA Cup ties. more...

Sporting Highlights

Pie will survive

Gerry McDonnell has more words of wit and wisdom as he previews this weekend's FA Cup ties. more...

Rebel Reds itching for action

FC UNITED'S have revenge on their mind when they take on Colne in the third round of the League Challenge Cup. more...

Pie will survive

Gerry McDonnell has more words of wit and wisdom as he previews this weekend's FA Cup ties. more...

Pie will survive

Gerry McDonnell has more words of wit and wisdom as he previews this weekend's FA Cup ties. more...

Rebel Reds itching for action

FC UNITED'S have revenge on their mind when they take on Colne in the third round of the League Challenge Cup. more...

Pie will survive

Gerry McDonnell has more words of wit and wisdom as he previews this weekend's FA Cup ties. more...

Storm Photos

Storm photos

The Fishergate Central Baptist Church which lost roof tiles and masonry and cause the high street to be closed. more...

Storm photos

The Fishergate Central Baptist Church which lost roof tiles and masonry and caused the high street to be closed. more...

Storm photos

Roof tiles balance precariously on the edge of a roof of a building in Preston. more...

Storm photos

Fishergate, Preston, which was cordoned off for the initial repairs. more...

Storm photos

Chapel Street, Preston, which was closed. more...

Storm photos

Scaffolding surrounds Fishergate Central Baptist Church's clock tower as builders repair the damage. more...

Storm photos

Fishergate, Preston, on the Thursday afternoon after the storm struck. more...

Storm photos

Fishergate, Preston, on the Thursday afternoon after the storm struck. more...

Storm photos

The Fishergate Central Baptist Church which lost roof tiles and masonry and caused the high street to be closed. more...

Stubbins News

Sunday school revival

ST Philip's Church, Stubbins is appealing for volunteers for its children's Sunday school. more...

Theatre

Dancers' special show

A group of budding young dancers will be recreating scenes from hit musicals at a special dance show in Preston on January 27. more...

Theatre News From The Bolton Area

Peach of a season for Octagon

BOX office records have been broken by the Octagon Theatre's production of James and the Giant Peach. more...

Video

Lenny is having a laugh

Wanderers News

Diawara all set to join Wanderers

FOUSSENI Diawara is expected to become Wanderers' first signing of the transfer window today when he seals a six month loan deal from the French club, St Etienne. more...

Wanderers to take action over pubs showing games - report

Pie will survive

Gerry McDonnell has more words of wit and wisdom as he previews this weekend's FA Cup ties. more...

Wanderers to take action over pubs showing games - report

Pie will survive

Gerry McDonnell has more words of wit and wisdom as he previews this weekend's FA Cup ties. more...

Pie will survive

Gerry McDonnell has more words of wit and wisdom as he previews this weekend's FA Cup ties. more...

Pie will survive

Gerry McDonnell has more words of wit and wisdom as he previews this weekend's FA Cup ties. more...

We Say

Congestion charge kiss of death

IF congestion charges are introduced on Bolton's roads, motorists will not be the only ones to suffer. more...

Is street cafe culture the way for smokers?

WITH just over six months until the ban on smoking in pubs is implemented, what is Bolton doing to prepare itself? And have we accepted the realities of the ban? Kat Dibbits reports. more...

Website Poll

WEBPOLL: Is road charging a fair way to tackling traffic congestion?

In our latest poll we ask: Is road charging a fair way to tackling traffic congestion? more...

WEBPOLL: Is road charging a fair way to tackle traffic congestion?

In our latest poll we ask: Is road charging a fair way to tackle traffic congestion? more...

What'S On In And Around Bury

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

Beer festival up and running

THE 2007 Forever Bury beer festival starts tonight at the Social Club with some Burns Night-themed activities. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

Beer festival up and running

THE 2007 Forever Bury beer festival starts tonight at the Social Club with some Burns Night-themed activities. more...

Christopher’s concert date

YOUNG Bury resident Christopher Thompson will be performing at the latest lunchtime concert at Bury Parish Church tomorrow between 12.30pm and 1.30pm. more...

Under starters orders

THE Rotary Club of Tottington and Bury West will hold a race night next month to raise funds for two local charities. more...

Holocaust Memorial Day service

FAITH and political leaders will join the public tonight in Bury in a service to mark Holocaust Memorial Day. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

What'S On In The Bolton Area

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

Beer festival up and running

THE 2007 Forever Bury beer festival starts tonight at the Social Club with some Burns Night-themed activities. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

Beer festival up and running

THE 2007 Forever Bury beer festival starts tonight at the Social Club with some Burns Night-themed activities. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

Whats On

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

TV film chance

TEENAGERS ready to take the next step into adulthood are being sought by filmakers. more...

Wigan News

House death man 'natural causes' say police

Detectives investigating the mystery death of a 41-year-old man in Wigan are no longer treated the incident as suspicious. more...

House death man 'natural causes' say police

Detectives investigating the mystery death of a 41-year-old man in Wigan are no longer treated the incident as suspicious. more...

You Say

Investing in our children’s future

I AM writing to clear up any misconceptions with regard to the purpose of children's centres in Bolton. more...

Law should crackdown on danger drivers

WITH the way many people drive on our roads what surprises me is that there are not more crashes resulting in death, injury and damage. more...

Clarifying the roles of town and county councils

IF I may try to add some light to the debate in the exchange of letters about Westhoughton town council. Local government is generally controlled by two systems - metropolitan boroughs and county councils. more...

Pensioners not to blame for bus fare rises

IN reply to Miss J Wrench (January 17), she blames the latest increased bus fares are due to the free travel for pensioners. more...

This working man’s town needs a market

REGARDING the letter "Shame on council for taking our Market Hall" Wednesday, January 17 - I am in full agreement. more...

Road layout is accident waiting to happen

IN all my years of driving I have never seen such a road layout that has been designed in George Street, the junction of Barton Road and MacDonald Avenue, Farnworth. In my opinion, it is a layout inviting crashes. more...

Who will clean the mess left by contractors?

NOW that Churchgate is looking good after its makeover, could I ask the councillors involved with the project if they would take a walk down Churchbank at the side of the Parish Church. I would then be able to tell them that the pavement area at the bottom has sunk, due to the heavy contractor's equipment going over it many times. more...

Take charge of your own children

THIS letter is addressed to Ramsbottom parents: Instead of complaining to the local police or this newspaper about youths causing damage or annoying your peace, use your excessive righteous energy on what you should actually be doing - taking responsibility for your own children. more...

Crossing the thin white line cost £60

IS it possible that members of the SAS long-range desert group are still active in the Radcliffe area. Their methods were to move on to their objective as quickly as possible, complete the job and get out as fast as they could. more...

Officer came to my aid in gales

I WOULD like to thank sincerely the two community officers and the blue line taxi driver for changing my punctured tyre in Bury town centre on the day of the strong gales - Thursday, January 18. more...

Overwhelmed by your generosity

The Rotary Club of Tottington and Bury West would like to express their gratitude to all the people who, over the Christmas period, contributed to our charity collections outside the Tesco store in Bury and Tottington town centre. Our new Santa Sleigh was a great success with the children on our door-to-door collections. more...

Overwhelmed by your generosity

Disgusted by the Fairfield decision

I am disgusted at the decision to close wards in hospitals all around the country to save money. In my own hospital, Fairfield in Bury, they plan to close children's wards including the special care baby unit. Even though I am only 12 years old I can see that this plan' is clearly not the right way forward, it may cost the lives of the children in the local areas. You may think this does not affect you today but it will tomorrow. more...

Disgusted by the Fairfield decision

I am disgusted at the decision to close wards in hospitals all around the country to save money. more...

It’s a dog’s life without my jacket

I WAS fastened up outside the paper shop on Killon Street on Saturday morning - January 20 - when someone took my jacket off me. It was a Christmas present. I have now got to get cold and wet when I go out for my walk. more...

It’s a dog’s life without my jacket

I WAS fastened up outside the paper shop on Killon Street on Saturday morning - January 20 - when someone took my jacket off me. more...

Motorist took me home after bad fall

ON Boxing Day while walking on Parr Lane, I fell and dislocated my wrist and fractured my arm. more...

Olympics shortfall will have knock-on effect

aI AM writing to alert readers to a very real threat to funding for local organisations and community groups. more...

Olympics shortfall will have knock-on effect

I AM writing to alert readers to a very real threat to funding for local organisations and community groups. more...

Punishment does not seem to fit the crime

NO ifs, no buts, benefit fraud is a crime and the Government has made sure the nation knows it. So serious is it, that it can attract a prison sentence. We can't have people robbing the honest tax payer, no matter what the amount, or the circumstances. more...

Punishment does not seem to fit the crime

NO ifs, no buts, benefit fraud is a crime and the Government has made sure the nation knows it. So serious is it, that it can attract a prison sentence. more...

MP could write a protest letter to himself . . .

MP Ivan Lewis is Labour's junior health minister responsible for maternity services. It says so on the Department of Health website. more...

Things seem to be going well, for a change!

Like most folk these days we find plenty to complain about. But there are some bright spots: We have found a builder who is honest, hardworking and who does a high quality job; he doesn't always arrive when he says he will - but when he doesn't, he always rings to explain. He is not cheap, but great value for money. He has done quite a few jobs for us in the last 12 months, some small, some fairly large - and more to come, The post now arrives at about the same time every day, before 9am. Brilliant. more...

Things seem to be going well, for a change!

Elderly generation fought to protect their country

OUR elderly are the men and women who spent their youth, fighting to protect their country; the mothers who struggled to feed their children on meagre wartime rations and the children who huddled nightly in shelters or under the bed-clothes, fearing where the next bomb would fall. more...

Your Favourite Pet Pix

Becks by Katie, aged 11

Katie Mulvaney, aged 11, from Great Lever has sent us this picture of Becks - "being naughty as usual" more...

Peekachoo by Lee

This is my wife's rabbit Peekachoo. He lives in the house and is litter trained - Lee Watson more...

Bagpuss by Victoria

Here's our beautiful cat Bagpuss in a very stylish woolly jumper - Victoria more...

Bury Times Business

55 years of service

STILL on the road and celebrating 55 years of business in Bury! more...

Strong trading for group

PILSWORTH-based John David Group (JD) continues to enjoy strong trading, driven by the performance of its thriving sports division. more...

More staff for Stanmore

RADCLIFFE-based Stanmore Insurance Brokers have taken on three new staff. more...