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Why this Lancashire attraction is among the UK's best that few know about

Salmesbury Hall in Preston, Lancashire has been named one of the UK's best attractions that most people haven't heard ab...

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Huge number of 'active businesses' lost in Bolton over just two years

Bolton lost around 1,000 “active businesses over just two years, a meeting has heard....

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Oh what a Knight! Eva Scott thrilled to be part of musical’s world premiere

As she prepares to be part of a world premiere which will see a cult film recreated as a stage musical, Eva Scott still ...

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Man's 'heartbreak' as fish keep dying in pond

Residents in West Sussex are calling for council action as fish keep dying in a pond....

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Thousands more will now have to pay tax on their state pensions

The government is to debate a petition to raise the HMRC income tax personal allowance threshold from £12,570 to £20,0...

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Every Wetherspoons in Sussex ranked from best to worst according to reviews

Wetherspoons is a hugely popular pub chain across the UK you will no doubt have visited. Here is how every venue in Suss...

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The 'attractive' Sussex village with picturesque High Street well worth a visit

Sussex is home to plenty of stunning villages, and here is one you should definitely consider visiting....

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Eastbourne to Hastings rail line closed for four days at Easter

Essential engineering work will close the Eastbourne–Hastings rail line April 18–21, with replacement buses running ...

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Over 400,000 tests and scans delivered at Sussex Community Diagnostic Centres

Over 400,000 tests and scans were delivered across Sussex’s Community Diagnostic Centres from April 2024 to March 2025...

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Selsey Sea Bathing Society and RNLI team up for Seal Dip

The inaugural Seal Dip charity sea swim takes place May 4 in Selsey, West Sussex. All proceeds go to the RNLI. Book your...

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I sing about God: Meet the worship singer making pop songs

A worship singer whose new album was produced by a songwriter who has worked with Diana Ross and Rag ‘n’ Bone man sa...

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Lancashire pub with 'faultless' service named among cosiest in the UK

The Shooters Arms in Burnley has been named among the UK's cosiest pubs by the Financial Times' readers....

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Greg Davies to bring new tour to Brighton after seven year break from stand up

Greg Davies is bringing his new tour to Brighton....

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I stayed in this newly-refurbished central Manchester hotel - here's what I thought

The city centre venue has not long been through a £33million refurbishment - here's what Regional Editor Richard Duggan...

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RSPCA’s PawPrints Awards looking for those helping look after animals

Nominations are now open for this year's RSPCA's PawPrints Awards....

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'Ludicrous' council home waiting times ranked across all local authorities in Sussex

The study, carried out by the National Housing Federation and the charities Crisis and Shelter, highlights which local a...

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Town centre's air quality improvement is good news, senior councillor says

“Cleaner air is good news for the health and wellbeing of people in Bolton and we’re delighted to have seen continue...

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Grade-I listed medieval manor frequented by Led Zeppelin on sale for £3.25m

Horselunges Manor in East Sussex has been put up for sale....

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Enjoy village life in stone cottage in one of the most scenic parts of the borough

A well-presented two-bedroom terraced stone cottage in Egerton is on the market for £190,000....

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One in ten kids experience food insecurity in Greater Manchester

A survey of almost 100,000 young people has highlighted urgent issues around food insecurity....

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'I was struck by how happy everyone was' - changing the way we see funerals

The Wellbeing Farm in Edgworth has launched its first 'celebration of life' event, aiming to reshape traditional funeral...

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Plans for extra caravan pitches at traveller site rejected after objections

Plans for caravan pitches in West Sussex have been turned down by Chichester District Council....

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Mayor’s big change to job centres to become reality

Live Well centres are set to become a reality in every part of Greater Manchester, the Local Democracy Reporting Service...

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Cinema reports 'noise complaints' amid nationwide TikTok trend

Customers have reported experiencing screaming and disruption during film screenings at a cinema...

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The reason why there will be NO local elections in Bolton

There will be no local elections in Bolton this year - and here is why....

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Call for action to stop people being 'trapped' at level crossing for 15 minutes

There are calls for a footbridge to be built over Worthing level crossing because pedestrians are sometimes having to wa...

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What is the pink micromoon and how can to view it TONIGHT

A stunning rare pink micromoon will be visible across skies in Bolton and beyond later this week....

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Woman becomes TV sensation on show hosted by Paddy McGuinness

A Channel 4 show hosted by Bolton's Paddy McGuinness has led to a mother of two becoming a TV sensation....

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Rebrand for 19,000 home social landlord includes controversial name change

A social housing group who manage around 19,000 homes have started a rebrand which includes a controversial name change...

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How Royal Bolton Hospital is helping parents of very poorly children

Royal Bolton secures funding for fund sleeper chairs for parents and carers in hospital...

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'Three awards in three years' for well-loved dog groomer and day care business

The team behind a leading dog grooming businesses are “humbled and proud” after taking home their third award in thr...

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Adolescent obesity in England rises by 50% over 15 years

New research to be presented at this year's European Congress on Obesity (ECO 2025, Malaga, Spain, 11-14 May) shows that...

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New study connects parasitic disease to genetic changes in the cervical lining

New research has revealed that Schistosoma haematobium (S. haematobium), a parasitic infection affecting millions global...

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This Common Virus Could Triple Your Risk Of Death — Are You At Risk?

Adults suffering from respiratory syncytial virus-associated acute respiratory infection (RSV-ARI) face a nearly threefo...

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Study: Over 3 million children died in 2022 due to drug-resistant infections

A landmark study presented today at ESCMID Global 2025 has revealed that over 3 million children worldwide lost their li...

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Glenmark, Sun Pharma, Zydus Recall Medicines In US Over Manufacturing Issues

(MENAFN - IANS) New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) Indian drugmakers Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, an...

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This Drug May Result In Weight Loss For 3 Years In Adults Without Diabetes

(MENAFN - IANS) New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) Taking tirzepatide drug once a week may produce clinically meaningful and sus...

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Heart disease warning as three signs in the feet could indicate deadly illness

Cardiovascular disease is one of the biggest killers in the world, leading to around 18 million deaths a year....

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Indian Researchers Introduce ‘Toxicity Standard’ Of PM2.5 Pollution

New research shows that air pollution in Kolkata becomes highly toxic when PM2.5 levels cross 70 μg/m3, urging stronger...

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Fruitful Translation Of HKBU's Innovative Research Projects Takes Centre Stage At International Exhibition Of Inventions Geneva

(MENAFN - PR Newswire) Gold Medal with Congratulations of the Jury A n ovel h erbal f ormulation (CDD-2103) for r emissi...

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The 28p food named 'world's most nutritious' could prevent heart disease and diabetes

This tasty food is also rich in healthy fats that can boost brain health....

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Critical care doctor says dietary habit may lower cancer and Alzheimer's risk

The doctor said that it helps to remove "toxic cells" from the body...

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Laptops, smartphones, and more: Here is the full list of items exempted from Donald Trump's tariffs

US President Donald Trump-led administration has excluded a range of electronic devices, including laptops and smartphon...

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Beginner Strength Training Plan For Women: Burn Fat, Build Lean Muscle, And Get Toned Fast

Starting strength training as a woman? Here's your complete beginner-friendly plan to build strength, boost metabolism, ...

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Global plastic recycling rates ‘stagnant’ at under 10%, Chinese researchers say

The amount of plastic being recycled around the world is stagnant at less than 10 percent with most new plastic still ma...

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The ultimate three-stage guide on how to use Ozempic SAFELY, by Michael Mosley's doctor son: Follow these steps in my NEW Fast 800 fat jab diet and you'll keep the pounds off for good

I am concerned the mad scramble to get hold of weight-loss jabs has led to a Wild West market, where it's easy to buy th...

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Adding salt to food can increase risk of depression and anxiety by more than 40 per cent, study finds

Research based on data from nearly half a million British adults found those who regularly added salt were nearly 40 per...

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🌍This Week in the War On Women: around the country & world; & open thread

Go to sheshouldrun.org/..._________________________________________________h/t oscarsmomWhen women run for political off...

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Inside Meghan’s real kitchen, away from the cameras

New York Times: How Meghan's culinary venture is reshaping her public image....

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Poppy Okotcha: ‘Plants taught me about myself’

In her verdant garden in Devon, the model turned gardener talks about decay, family roots and living a wilder lifeIt is ...

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New treatment for advanced breast cancer patients approved for NHS use

Women with advanced breast cancer could have access to a new targeted treatment on the NHS....

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Number of overweight teens in England has soared by 50% since 2008

Junk food and excessive screen time could be to blame for the rise, according to the study authors...

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Eight fire engines rush to moorland fire - the second in the region today

At 16:15 on 12 April 2025, eight fire engines and the wildfire unit in attendance at a wildfire on Longworth Road, Bolto...

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Backyard orchard bearing fruit for remote residents

A backyard orchard is proving wrong the myth that remote regions are barren, sparking a mission to bring productive gard...

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Parasitic infection and treatment linked to cancer-related gene activity in the cervix

New research has revealed that Schistosoma haematobium (S. haematobium), a parasitic infection affecting millions global...

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Lesser-known fruit lowers blood pressure, chronic inflammation and ageing issues

A UK study found pomegranates may be the unlikely saviour of heart health...

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When You Fight the Night: 5 Exercises to Help You Conquer Occasional Insomnia

Staring at the ceiling at night can leave you tired and grumpy. These exercises and techniques can help you work with yo...

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Cow hide used in NHS skin grafts for severe facial wounds caused by aggressive skin cancer

Surgically removing tumours can leave patients with large wounds, so skin is usually taken from elsewhere on the body an...

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Pro-Palestinian rally in Ottawa calls for election campaign discussion of Israel-Hamas conflict

Protesters rallied on Parliament Hill to call for an end to the conflict ahead of the Canadian election on April 28....