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Stories for 8 February 2005
Blackburn News
Stampede fears at dentists'
A NEW NHS dental surgery is poised to open in Blackburn - and bosses are more...
Our eye on cab safety
INCIDENTS of violence against taxi drivers have been slashed after their boss installed state-of-the-art tracking systems in their cabs. more...
Future landmarks
A TREE made of scaffolding pipes, mounds of earth and a sunken wall could soon be landmarks set in the hills of East Lancashire after they were chosen as the winning designs in the Panopticons scheme. more...
I could have clobbered him
A PENSIONER who returned home to find her bungalow ransacked by a burglar today said that she would have 'clobbered him' if she had caught him. more...
Approval expected for new waste station plans
EAST Lancashire's first waste transfer station - part of a £75million project to revolutionise rubbish collection - could get the go-ahead this week. more...
£5.6million damages bid fails
A MAN who filed a £5.6million damages writ against Blackburn with Darwen Council had his case struck out by the High Court. more...
'Trouble' estate revamp project backed
SOME of Blackburn's most "troubled" streets will get a multi-million pound makeover after planning permission was granted for renovation work on the Ashworth Street estate more...
Head on crash victims' names revealed
THE names of the two people involved in a head-on collision on the outskirts of Hoghton, which resulted in one fatality, have been released by police. more...
Bolton Business
Town could lose out, warning
BOLTON must reinforce its identity as a local economy and not be submerged in a Greater Manchester "region", according to a local councillor. more...
Wanderers legends on 'new' cigarette cards
A FOOTBALL idea from the past has reaped rewards in the present for a cutting-edge local design company. more...
Top awards list grows
BENTS Garden Centre near Leigh is celebrating more national awards. more...
New recruit is specialist
KIPPAX Beaumont Lewis has recruited a specialist solicitor to complement its Private Client department. more...
Travel stores flying high
THE Co-op Travel stores in Bolton are flying high after scoring an average 96 per cent rating in a customer satisfaction survey. more...
Aim is to be the largest
BOLTON-based Chartered accountants Jackson Stephen has announced that the ambitious growth plans to become the largest independent Chartered accountants in the North West were ahead of schedule. more...
Bolton Bygone
No smoking zones for pubs
From the Evening News, February 8, 1995: CHILDREN'S areas in Bolton pubs must be free of smoking and gambling, the town's Annual Licensing meeting decided today. more...
Town will celebrate 140 years
READER Tom Wolstencroft has contributed to the discussion on the Kearsley boundary started by John Williams of Farnworth. more...
On this day - February 8
1587: Mary Queen of Scots was beheaded at Fotheringay Castle in Northamptonshire, implicated in a Catholic plot to overthrow Elizabeth I. more...
Bolton Education
Dressing down for appeals
A Bolton school swapped smart for casual in a "dress down day" to raise funds for the Asian tsunami appeal. more...
Search for a learning STAR
THE search is on for the STARs of post-16 learning and skills in Lancashire. more...
Talent event to boost aid fund
TRAVEL and Tourism students from Bolton Institute in association with Harper Green and Smithills School are organising a Talent Show in aid of the Asian Tsunami Disaster Appeal on Thursday, March 3. more...
School is where the art is . . .
Pupils at Harper Green School and Arts College are celebrating after having their artwork displayed at four major arts venues in less than 12 months. more...
School wins back belief in itself
WHEN headteacher Philip Mather arrived at Withins High School in April last year he realised he had to make pupils and teachers believe in themselves. more...
Bolton Leisure
Current and Forthcoming Productions
Christ's Church Harwood Hams more...
Players in mood for classic comedy
A HECTIC period romp is on offer as The Marco Players present their latest production, the Philip King farce See How They Run! at Chorley Old Road Methodist Church from February 16-19 at 7.30pm. more...
Hams latest production
CHRIST'S Church Harwood Hams are performing Beauty and the Beast at Christ's Church School, Stitch-mi-Lane, Harwood, from Thursday until Saturday. more...
Auditions for hot Mikado
BOLTON Catholics Musical and Choral society's Youth Section still needs a Russell Watson or an R Kelly. more...
Dance chance
NATIONAL Dance Agency Dance Northwest is offering bursaries for artists to represent the region at events throughout the country and abroad. more...
Goose on the menu
AFTER the success of their recent pantomime Aladdin, Trinity ADS in Farnworth have announced that their 2006 show will be Mother Goose. more...
'Theatre of truth' set for world premiere
A WORLD first is available for students of theatre stagecraft at the Octagon Theatre. more...
Roadworks near town centre
MOTORISTS face disruption on the outskirts of Bolton town centre as work is carried out to install pedestrian crossings and to widen roads. more...
Terry Waite relives kidnap
BEIRUT hostage Terry Waite will be telling the story of how his survived nearly five years in captivity. more...
Why comic Bobby changed his routine
ENTERTAINER Bobby Ball will be leaving his comedy partner Tommy Cannon behind for one night only to talk about his life experiences and Christianity. more...
Pat nominated for national award
THE plaudits continue for New Rosemere AOS. more...
Bolton News
Cancer patient Mary, 79, attacked by thugs
TWO thugs robbed a 79-year-old cancer patient in what police say was a "despicable" attack. more...
Breath-test pilot hauled off plane
A pilot suspected of being under the influence of alcohol was hauled off a jumbo jet as he was about to fly from Manchester Airport. more...
Meet the musical Evans family
FOUR young sisters have laid claim to being Bolton's most musical family after two of them landed places in national orchestras. more...
Prostitutes' attack warning
PROSTITUTES had been due to receive a warning about straying outside Bolton's managed red-light zone just days before a serious attack on two vice girls, it has emerged. more...
Homes chief gets tough on tearaways
A HOUSING association has pledged to use tough new powers to crack down on any anti-social behaviour on its two Bolton estates. more...
Fury as travellers return to car park
RESIDENTS want action to stop travellers returning to sites they were evicted from just weeks earlier. more...
Two boys and a girl for expectant Lorraine
EXPECTANT mum Lorraine Gordon said her family had been "blessed" after discovering what her triplets are to be. more...
Spanigh lottery fraud letter riddle
A LOTTERY fraud almost cost a Bolton man £3,000 after he was told he had won more than £500,000 in a Spanish draw. more...
WOULD-be singing sensations who want the chance to cut a record at the famous Abbey Road Studios, ar
The bar chain is running its popular karaoke competition, Wannabee 2005, over the next eight weeks, with a top prize of £5,000. more...
Roadworks near town centre
MOTORISTS face disruption on the outskirts of Bolton town centre as work is carried out to install pedestrian crossings and to widen roads. more...
Pupils raise cash for wave victims
PUPILS at Cleveland Preparatory School in Bolton took part in a bring and buy sale to raise money for the tsunami appeal fund. more...
Wanted: Youngsters with a nose for smells
YOUNGSTERS with a nose for smells are being sought by a Lake District tourist attraction. more...
Beware Pancake Day fall-out
ABOUT 250 people will end up in hospital on Tuesday after cooking pancakes during Shrove Tuesday celebrations, the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents revealed. more...
Valentine's Day sex warning
VALENTINE'S Day may be a romantic landmark for couples - but it also spells disaster for thousands when they pick up sexually transmitted infections, a North-west health chief said. more...
Patient care matters more than politics
Once again, the Health Service is being used as a "political football". more...
Lofty's party date
Lofty the Lion will be the star guest at Walkden Whites Valentine's Day themed party. more...
Terry Waite relives kidnap
BEIRUT hostage Terry Waite will be telling the story of how his survived nearly five years in captivity. more...
Delays ahead on the roads
WORK on a car parking layby and road refurbishments are causing delays for motorists on Bury Road, The Haulgh, Bolton, as part of a three-month programme. more...
Police step up search for bail-busters
THESE are the faces of some of Bolton's most wanted. more...
NHS has made progress under Labour
I TAKE issue with orthopaedic surgeon Tony Banks' recent outburst in the Bolton Evening News. more...
Publishing pay details not the answer
I AM writing in response to the letter from Mr McClements concerning the pay and work of hospital consultants. more...
Reward those who save lives
I WISH to reply to Cllr Thomas's letter regarding the problems with The Royal Bolton Hospital. more...
Public raised funds for heart care unit
Linda Thomas writes that the increased budget which the Royal Bolton Hospital has received since 1999 has been put to good use, including the new Coronary Care Unit as an example of how the money was spent. more...
Bolton Sport
Hulton show title form
HULTON Lane remain top after a 9-1 home victory over Farnworth Social Circle which included hat-tricks from Cunnif and Cover with Moss scoring twice. more...
Britannia set up TV spectacular
BRITANNIA Farnworth produced a special show for the television when they hammered Prince Rupert 9-1 in the first round of the Division One Cup. more...
Leigh Amateur League
TYLDESLEY out in front more...
Pioneer League
LATEST details more...
Town frustrate the champs
BLACKROD Town's recent improvement in form saw them hold last year's West Lancashire League Premier Division champions Kirkham and Wesham to a goal-less draw. more...
Lancs Amateur League
LATEST results and tables more...
Bolton and Bury Mini League
TABLES and results more...
Bolton Boys Fed
RESULTS and tables more...
Thompson stars in Elton romp
ELTON Vale closed in on the Division One title with a thumping 6-0 victory over Hare Athletic. more...
Goal crazy in a cup cracker
BOLTON U15s are through to the second round of the North West Alder Owen Cup after beating Spen Valley 7-0 in West Yorkshire on Saturday. more...
BSF Over 35s League
LATEST details more...
Leaders humbled by Eagley
EAGLEY completed the double over current West Lancashire League Premier Division leaders Fleetwood Hesketh with a 4-1 victory. more...
Injury hit Shakers feeling the strain
BOLTON-born David Flitcroft talks to Mark Iles about Shakers' current injury plight more...
Amateur soccer reports, results and reaction
ALL the local amateur reports and reaction from the weekend (Feb 5-6) available now. more...
Tickets warning for opener
DON'T leave it too late. more...
Super League cash boost
RUGBY league chiefs have sealed a lucrative sponsorship deal with Engage Mutual Assurance. more...
Amir floored, but not out for the count
AMIR Khan was dumped to the floor, suffered a bloodied nose, but still came out a champion in a sensational night of action. more...
Flames make the leap to Elite League
Guildford Flames have become the first of seven British National League sides to formally peg their colours to the Elite League. more...
NHL star Heatley gets probation
Dany Heatley has been sentenced to three years' probation following the death of Atlanta Thrashers team-mate Dan Snyder in a car accident. more...
Scare for Khan before he wins through
BOLTON boxer Amir Khan survived a bloody nose and a knockdown as his senior ABA Championships debut turned into a night to remember at Preston Guild Hall. more...
Bolton Wanderers
Why Campo, N'Gotty want life sentence
IVAN Campo and Bruno N'Gotty want to spend the rest of their playing days at the Reebok. more...
Lofty's party date
Lofty the Lion will be the star guest at Walkden Whites Valentine's Day themed party. more...
Burnley News
Vans booked as boss fits glass
BURNLEY glazing boss has called for talks with council chiefs to resolve confusion surrounding traffic wardens in the town. more...
Accident victim left at scene by driver
A PEDESTRIAN went over the bonnet of a car after she was knocked down by a driver who had taken his friend's vehicle, a court was told. more...
Lib Dem defies his party line
THE LIBERAL Democrats' parliamentary hopeful in Burnley is at odds with his party bosses over teen drinking. more...
Poets' sessions led to conviction
A 60-year-old man was caught out drink-driving after a "poets' corner" reading session in a pub. more...
Coffins allowed to go through the back
UNDERTAKERS in Fence will be allowed to carry coffins in through the back door. more...
Heavy drinking student butted officer
A STUDENT, said to drink eight litres of cider every day, racially abused and tried to headbutt a police officer who tried to help him, a court was told. more...
Bury Business
More awards for family pub
BURY'S popular Garsdale has achieved triple success in the licensed trade's annual Best Pub Awards. more...
More firms looking to expand
NEARLY half of the businesses in Lancashire - 48 per cent - are aiming to grow by more than 20 per cent during the next two years, according to the Institute of Chartered Accountants' enterprise survey. more...
Hotel deal for firm
A BURY company has provided room service of a different kind for a top hotel. more...
Council switches phones contract
BURY Council has rung the changes by switching its telecoms to Your Communications. more...
Bury Education
Education shake-up blasted
A TOP brass shake-up at the town hall has been criticised for creating high-salary jobs and down-grading the role of education. more...
Pupils play safe at the fire station
YEAR 5 pupils at a Bury primary school have proved they are well drilled in the art of fire safety. more...
Bury Leisure
Why comic Bobby changed his routine
ENTERTAINER Bobby Ball will be leaving his comedy partner Tommy Cannon behind for one night only to talk about his life experiences and Christianity. more...
Bury News
D-Day for mast protest
CAMPAIGNERS are calling on people power in a last-ditch effort to stop a phone mast being set up close to a high school. more...
MP needs to tell us more
I UNDERSTAND that this is the age of "open government" where it is the objective to give the public honest and complete information regarding the activities of those who represent us in Parliament; a democracy in fact. more...
Never doubt our enthusiasm
I WRITE in response to correspondent Dave Wood (Recycling: all talk and no action, January 28) and anyone else who doubt Bury Council's commitment to recycling. more...
Recycle scheme is 'disorganised'
SO Bury Council are not winning when it comes to recycling. Should we be surprised? No! more...
Man stole £40,000 to fund cancer treatment
A MAN who stole thousands of pounds from his bosses to fund his wife's lifesaving breast cancer treatment walked free from court. more...
Education shake-up blasted
A TOP brass shake-up at the town hall has been criticised for creating high-salary jobs and down-grading the role of education. more...
'Bottle man' forces PC to draw baton
A POLICE officer felt impelled to draw his baton when he saw a man holding a bottle by its neck during a town centre melee, a court heard. more...
Pupils play safe at the fire station
YEAR 5 pupils at a Bury primary school have proved they are well drilled in the art of fire safety. more...
Station girl had bag snatched
A TEENAGER had her handbag snatched as she left Bury's Metrolink station on Saturday afternoon. more...
Why comic Bobby changed his routine
ENTERTAINER Bobby Ball will be leaving his comedy partner Tommy Cannon behind for one night only to talk about his life experiences and Christianity. more...
Teenager fprced off bike
A TEENAGER was forced off his bike after being confronted by a gang in Prestwich. more...
Energy team to give away free bulbs
PEOPLE in Bury are being urged to help combat global warming by visiting the Mill Gate shopping centre next Monday to collect free energy lightbulbs. more...
Driver breaks ribs in crash
A MAN from Bury is recovering in hospital after a collision on Sunday left him with broken ribs. more...
Search for a star at Yates'
WANNABE pop stars can stretch their vocal talent at Yates' wine bar in Bury to be in with a chance of recording their own single at Abbey Road studios and winning £5,000. more...
Gang in tram station attack
POLICE are looking for a gang who stole a mobile phone and a watch from a man at Besses O'th' Barn Metrolink station. more...
Two cars in head-on crash
A MOTORIST was taken to hospital with minor injuries after being in collision with a car and a tree in Prestwich. more...
Drivers go cruisin'
BURY Group of Advanced Motorists is gearing up to mark its silver jubilee this year with a double celebration. more...
Bury Sport
Amir floored, but not out for the count
BURY Boxing Club's Amir Khan was dumped to the floor, suffered a bloodied nose, but still came out a champion in a sensational night of action. more...
Scare for Khan before he wins through
BURY boxer Amir Khan survived a bloody nose and a knockdown as his senior ABA Championships debut turned into a night to remember at Preston Guild Hall. more...
Rover and in for Harkins
LANCASHIRE neighbours Blackburn Rovers have come to the Shakers aid once again by loaning them promising midfielder Gary Harkins. more...
Shrews fans come free - to save money
SHREWSBURY Town's away supporters will get some compensation for their wasted trip to Gigg Lane on Boxing Day. more...
Chorley News
Belly dancing is just one thing to do in Astley Village
IN response to E Baines's letter `No Services for OAPs' (Citizen,January 26) more...
No compassion from Parkwise, just a £60 fine
I WAS very interested to read that disabled woman Mrs Goodwin had her parking fine dismissed as she could not get back to her car on time. more...
Clarets Sport
Missing 3,000 need to stand up for Clarets
IF THERE was one good thing to come out of Saturday's dull and turgid defeat, it was that at times Turf Moor actually resembled a football ground again. more...
Darwen News
Chilling discovery in killer's bedroom
CHARLES Cowle was well-known for torturing cats, but nobody could ever have imagined the depths of his depravity. more...
Police remember tragic colleagues
POLICE in Darwen remembered two of their colleagues who died last year, by donating money to charity in their memory. more...
Woman with MS wants to chat
A 34-YEAR-OLD Darwen woman diagnosed with multiple sclerosis two years ago is hoping to meet other young sufferers from the town. more...
Lancashire News
Chursh 'like a prison'
A BURNLEY priest is being forced to turn his church into a "prison" by teenage yobs. more...
God knows how he works
HAVING read Mr McGlynn's letter (LET, January 29) I would like to put him right on a few things regarding religion. more...
Hospital staff are wonderful
WE read so many complaints now about inefficiency in hospital management, hospital conditions and even the way patients are addressed by nursing staff, that I feel compelled to write this letter of praise. more...
We must vote to keep our identity
I FULLY agree with Margaret Grimshaw's view (LET, February 1) on the future referendum on whether or not we wish to be part of a Federal Union. more...
Stepping back to go forward
IT'S certainly a sign of the times that the prospect of a new NHS dental surgery makes headlines. more...
Lancashire Sport
Brad calls it a day
BRAD Friedel has retired from international football so he can devote more time to playing for Blackburn Rovers. more...
Skipper says sorry
CLARETS captain Frank Sinclair today apologised for the sending off last weekend that earned him a one-match ban. more...
Leigh News
Bikers hurt after police chase crash
A MAN and a boy were taken to hospital after a motorbike crashed when it was being pursued by police. more...
Nelson News
Thieves target car reg plates
POLICE in Nelson are warning petrol station staff to be on the lookout for stolen number plates being used in fuel thefts. more...
Prestwich Education
St Monica's head has a lesson for school boss
TOUGH-talking Prestwich headteacher Frank McCarron had a lesson for the Government when it came to shaping policy on school discipline. more...
Prestwich,Bury News
Postmaster hit with gun in raid terror
A POSTMASTER needed hospital treatment after being hit over the head with a handgun during a bungled armed robbery. more...
Prestwich,Bury Sport
Golf club's big night
THE Mayor of Bury, Coun Barry Briggs, was guest of honour along with representatives from other golfing organisations in the area when Prestwich Golf Club held their annual dinner at their Hilton Lane clubhouse. more...
Tigers take a welcome break
IF at first you don't succeed, then try, try again. That is the sporting philosophy Sedgley Park player-coach Tim Fourie is following in his bid to get his side back on track. more...
Rawtenstall News
It stinks! Fury over sewer job
RESIDENTS in an Oswaldtwistle street today complained that major sewerage work has caused weeks of disruption outside their homes. more...
Tax pressure on holiday homes
HOLIDAY home owners in the Ribble Valley are to have their council tax discount slashed in a bid to help local people find somewhere to live. more...
Housing plans are 'ridiculous'
PLANS to build a new housing estate in Bacup which have upset nearby residents were today branded 'ridiculous'. more...
Rovers Sport
Rovers can't afford to rock 'n' roll over
It's starting to feel like Groundhog Day after every Rovers game these days. more...
Dickov: I must get on target
PAUL Dickov has admitted he needs to start scoring more if Blackburn Rovers are to avoid an uncomfortable climax to the season. more...
Specials Insideout
Nearly a Dutch too much for Gemma!
IT TOOK some Dutch courage to get John Godber's new play sailing away. more...
Stanley Sport
Coleman goes on the attack
RORY Prendergast is helping to soothe John Coleman's selection headaches ahead of tonight's GLS Conference Cup fourth round tie with Tamworth. more...
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