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New accessible lift now open at Daisy Hill railway station
£4 million project delivers step-free access for passengers in Westhoughton
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Day to day living in the North West
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Westhoughton is one of best places to live in UK (but we already knew that)
Westhoughton is officially one of top 100 best places to live in the UK—but locals aren’t surprised. We’ve known for ages.
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From Hong Kong to Howfen: A story of quiet connection
A quiet cultural exchange between longtime locals and new arrivals from Hong Kong is reshaping daily life in Westhoughton—with photographs, stories, and shared cups of tea.
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The lost clubs and societies of Westhoughton
Westhoughton Local History Group uncovers forgotten clubs, societies, and associations from the town’s past
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"I was told just to deal with it": Westhoughton mum's years of pain, dismissal and misdiagnosis
From unbearable teenage periods to life-changing surgery, this is my battle with endometriosis
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Sexual assault on Bolton to Westhoughton bus
Police officers urge key witness to come forward following incident on the 607 service
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Police seize van with no insurance in Westhoughton
Driver caught with no insurance after vehicle stopped on Wearish Lane
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Police seize vehicle linked with drug dealing
Officers link car to drug activity and anti-social behaviour in the area
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Punk, empowerment and unforgettable music
Journalist Lois Barnett recalls an electrifying night of punk and empowerment at The Snug in Atherton
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From Westhoughton to Hollywood, Robert Shaw and the legacy of Jaws
Celebrating 50 years of the film that made him a legend
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Robert Shaw’s son returns to Westhoughton to honour his father's legacy
Ian Shaw visits his father’s hometown while touring with his acclaimed play about the making of Jaws
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Westhoughton police raid leads to arrest in drug investigation
41-year-old man arrested after cannabis and cash seized on Hindley Road