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Bolton News May 9, 2025

Urgent warning issued over dangerous toys that could cause injury
by Izzy.Forbes@newsquest.co.uk | Isobel Forbes on October 21, 2026 at 3:41 pm
Bolton residents are being urged to stop using a popular type of squishy toy amid fears they could cause serious injury.
Prime Minister vows to work with Bolton MP and campaigner on medical scandal fallout
by joe.regent@newsquest.co.uk | Joe Regent on October 21, 2026 at 1:48 pm
A Bolton MP has won a commitment from the Prime Minister to continue the fight for justice for families affected by the Primodos scandal.
Concern as police search town centre before missing child is found
by joe.regent@newsquest.co.uk | Joe Regent on October 21, 2026 at 12:44 pm
A missing child who prompted a police search in Bolton town centre has been found, Greater Manchester Police confirms after CCTV checks and local enquiries.
Bolton woman left bedridden after ‘nightmare’ £3,000 cruise as 12 fall ill
by Izzy.Forbes@newsquest.co.uk | Isobel Forbes on October 21, 2026 at 12:06 pm
A Bolton woman was left bedridden and needed hospital treatment after falling seriously ill on a Mediterranean cruise which saw 12 holidaymakers struck down with sickness.
The Bolton News announced as official media partner for She Inspires Awards
by richard.duggan@newsquest.co.uk | Richard Duggan on October 21, 2026 at 9:18 am
The Bolton News has been named as an official media partner for the She Inspires Awards, strengthening its support for an event which puts remarkable women and their stories in the spotlight.