Since Mr Assad’s fall, dozens of Syrians have been killed in acts of revenge, according to activists and monitors, the vast majority of them from the minority Alawite community, an offshoot of Shiite ...

The increase of 32 per cent is around five percentage points lower than what was asked for by United Utilities.

Bolton has agreed to bring in higher standards for “clean taxis” if the government agrees to deliver a £30M fund. The local authority set out new standards that both private hire and hackney carriages ...

It’s called the most wonderful time of the year – but millions of over 60’s are facing a completely Silent Night – and Day – ...

Bolton MP Yasmin Qureshi was given a warm welcome by residents of a care home. She visited Meadow Bank House Care Home with her communications officer who is also a councillor in Oldham, Josh Charter ...

A blitz on illegal parking in Bolton in May 1992 saw cars being clamped on land belonging to Allied Maples carpet store on Manchester Road.

Bolton’s new police commander has said a key priority will be making the town centre feel safe for all. Chief Superintendent Helen Critchley was one of seven new district commanders appointed across ...

This winter, people in Greater Manchester who are battling mental health issues are encouraged to seek assistance from the NHS.

A renowned Bolton boxing gym is planning for an action-packed Christmas of games, sports and activities. This comes as part of a series of Winter Holidays Activities and Food events hosted by the ...

A traditional event that began almost 200 years ago is coming back to Ramsbottom after it had previously been cancelled for four consecutive years. Ye Olde Gamecock Show is hosted by The Holcombe Old ...

Join Marc Iles and Henry Hewitt for a special series of Christmas podcasts looking back at some of the best (and worst) Bolton Wanderers stars.

Ian Evatt reckons Bolton Wanderers' Boxing Day opponents Barnsley will be among the challengers at the top end of League One this season.