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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Police and council teaming up to tackle speeding in this area of Bolton
The police and the council are working together to tackle speeding across Bromley Cross and Egerton. The work includes observing traffic and identifying what they can do to reduce excessive speed throughout Blackburn Road and Darwen Road. More specific details about the plans are set to be revealed in the coming months. Cllr Amy Cowen, who represents Bromley Cross and Egerton, said: 'I am excited about the project. 'I am hopeful that it will make a difference and make our roads safer.' The hotspots which will be targeted include a section of Blackburn Road, near Italian restaurant Ciao Baby where a 50mph stretch turns into a 30mph zone. Where Blackburn Road meets Cox Green Road, one of the speeding hotspots (Image: Joe Regent) Last year, a car crashed into dealership Egerton Cars not far away from the Blackburn Road hotspot, causing estimated £50,000 damage, when it ploughed into their wall and showcased cars. The dealership told The Bolton News they have seen people driving 70mph in the 30mph zone of the road. Another hotspot is close to the Retreat restaurant in Darwen Road. An area of Darwen Road which has been known to be a speeding hotspot (Image: Joe Regent) Cllr Amy Cohen, Cllr Samantha Connor and a council officer with a police officer (Image: Joe Regent) Many residents have aired their frustrations about speeding in the area and the work to tackle the problem has been welcomed. In a comment on a Facebook post from Cllr Cowen about the work, a resident said: 'At last it looks like something is going to be done. 'It's getting to be almost every night now that the 'boy racers' are flying up the village from the TE [The Thomas Egerton pub] towards Darwen.'
Perth Now
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Taron Egerton gives hopeful update on Kingsman 3
Taron Egerton still thinks a third Kingsman movie will happen. Work on the next action/spy flick has been ongoing since the 2021 prequel The King's Man, though director Matthew Vaughn, 54, previously said the project had been slowed due to Egerton's busy schedule. Now, the 35-year-old actor - who portrayed Gary 'Eggsy' Unwin in 2014's Kingsman: The Secret Service and its 2017 sequel Kingsman: The Golden Circle - has insisted that he, Vaugn and Harry Hart actor Colin Firth are all still keen to make a third movie. When The Playlist asked Egerton about Vaughn's delay comments, he replied: 'Is that what he said? Yeah, he's so funny. 'He did call me on Friday night, actually. Yeah, look, we both want to do it. And I know Colin is open to doing it, too. 'I think the interesting thing will be figuring out whether we all see the same thing. I love Matthew. Matthew is like family to me. 'I really think there's a brilliant story to tell with the third Kingsman. And I still think it will happen.' Kingsman: The Secret Service - which also starred Mark Strong, Michael Caine and Samuel L. Jackson - follows a rebellious teen who is recruited into a secret spy organisation and trained to become a gentleman agent. As a tech billionaire plots global destruction, the rookie must rise to the challenge and stop him before it's too late. The film proved to be a critical and commercial hit when it debuted in 2014, bringing in $414.51 million at the box office on a production budget of $81 million. While the sequel Kingsman: The Golden Circle wasn't as well-received by critics when it released in 2017, it was still a box office success - grossing $410.9 million against a production budget of $104 million. Egerton previously said he hoped the third Kingsman movie would be a 'fitting' conclusion to the spy franchise. He told Collider: '[Vaughn] has every intention of making it, and I have every intention of playing Eggsy one more time. That was always what I thought I was committed to doing. 'It's the role that made my name, I suppose, in a way, I just want it to be absolutely right if we do it again, and I want the story to do justice to the part that really changed my life. 'I want it to be a fitting ending. And I would, obviously, really hope that Colin would come back for at least a part of it, and who knows? We'll have to see, but we are planning to talk about it, actually, the next time we see one another, so who knows? Watch this space.' The Rocketman star suggested the Argylle filmmaker wanted to put the relationship between Eggsy and Harry to the test in the third movie. Egerton explained: 'Eggsy and Harry [will be in it], obviously. But it's the gang coming back together, and it's one of those moments that ... when we wrote the screenplay, it was very much about, okay, I saw how people loved the relationship of Eggsy and Harry. 'So we just came up with this thing, what could be the ultimate reason for them to either fall in love or to hate each other forever? So that's what this movie is all about is will they or won't they, let's just say.'
Yahoo
10-07-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Green-fingered volunteers call on villagers to help them land £30,000 with one click
An overgrown patch of land has been transformed into thriving community hub thanks to the work of green-fingered volunteers. Now the area, which has established itself at the heart of the community, has been shortlisted for a £30,000 national funding award - which you can help the volunteers to win. Local residents are encouraged to vote and help organisers secure the funding to enhance this vital community space. Incredible Egerton, based in the Walmsley Unitarian grounds, is one of just four finalists in the running to win Certas Energy's Community Bloom Fund. Egerton volunteers Lynne Cubbin Sharon English Lily Grafton (L to R)_READ MORE: Home Grown Bash proves a tasty treat for Bromley Cross Incredilbe Edible group Egerton residents win fight over eyesore Openreach masts Cross Guns Egerton reopens to the delight of customers The group hopes to use the money to improve access, expand sensory planting and play facilities, and enhance biodiversity in their community garden. The space has gradually transformed from an overgrown patch behind the chapel, offering everything from family nature play sessions and gardening mornings to a weekly Nature Café and even a monthly disco for over 50s on the third Friday of every month. Lynne Cubbin, founder member of Incredible Egerton said: 'This garden means so much to so many people. It's a place where people feel connected and cared for. We've got toddlers, pensioners, volunteers with mobility challenges, people living with dementia – everyone plays a part and feels at home here.' If awarded, the £30,000 would fund a series of upgrades to make the space even more inclusive. The group wants to install new accessible paths, higher raised beds to allow for wheelchair/seated access, a new sensory garden, new seating and upgraded play equipment. The money will also be used for the restoration of the garden's pond to support local wildlife. 'A lot of our regulars aren't here to dig or garden, they just enjoy the peace, the food, or the company,' Lynne added. 'We've built something really special here and this funding would help us reach more people and make it more accessible for everyone.' The Community Bloom Fund was launched by off grid energy distributor Certas Energy to support impactful grassroots projects across the UK. Winners will be decided through a public vote. Richard Billington, Managing Director of Energy Solutions at Certas Energy, said: 'Incredible Egerton is a fantastic example of what community spirit can achieve. The team's creativity and commitment really stood out to our judging panel, and we're delighted to have them as a finalist.' Projects were shortlisted based on their benefit to the local community, environmental and social impact, creativity, and sustainability. Lynne concluded: 'It's great to see a large company like Certas Energy recognising and uplifting small, community-led initiatives. 'This funding would be transformational for us. It would allow us to deepen our roots with the local community – ensuring the garden flourishes long into the future. It would enrich the lives of those who know and love the garden already as well as people who have yet to discover its magic.' Voting for the Community Bloom Fund winner is now open and closes on Wednesday 23rd July. To vote for Incredible Egerton, visit:
Yahoo
05-07-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Village lifestyle comes with this beautiful family home
A detached five-bedroom house with a garden room and bar is on the market in Egerton. Listed for offers over £550,000, the property on Woodland Grove is described as a 'spacious detached family home' with three bathrooms, three reception rooms, and an extended open-plan lounge, kitchen, and dining area. According to the listing, the house is located within walking distance of Egerton and Walmsley Primary Schools. Garden room with timber cladding, bar counter, and French doors opening onto an artificial lawn (Image: Zoopla) Situated at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, the house has a double driveway and an integral double garage. The listing states that the house is leasehold and covers 2,228 square feet. Entry to the property is through a hallway with neutral décor, striped tiles, and white spindles. Open-plan area with vaulted ceiling, central island, bi-fold doors, and integrated appliances throughout (Image: Zoopla) The lounge, which is to the right of the entrance, features a bay-fronted window and a wood-burning stove with an oak mantle. French doors from the lounge lead into the main open-plan living area. The open-plan kitchen, dining, and living space has a vaulted ceiling with spotlights, Velux windows, and bi-fold doors that open onto the garden. In the kitchen, there are white handleless cabinets and a central island with seating for six. The island includes an induction hob, and the also contains an integrated dishwasher and electric oven, with space for an American-style fridge freezer. Front-facing double bedroom with built-in cupboard and access to private en-suite bathroom (Image: Zoopla) According to the listing, the layout is designed to flow 'effortlessly into the garden, making it an entertainer's paradise.' A utility room off the kitchen provides space for laundry appliances and gives access to both the garage and the outside. There is also a second reception room on the ground floor, which the listing suggests could be used as a study, playroom, or formal dining area. Upstairs, the main bedroom is front-facing and has a built-in cupboard. Its en-suite bathroom includes travertine-style tiles and a modern bathtub. Bathroom with pedestal basin, full bath, wall-mounted towel rail, and travertine-style tiling (Image: Zoopla) The second bedroom has fitted white wardrobes, a built-in TV, and a matching dressing table. Overlooking the garden, bedroom three includes fitted grey wardrobes. With a window offering garden views, bedroom four comes with fitted white furniture. A single room, bedroom five features built-in wardrobes and its own en-suite shower room. A family shower room on the first floor has a double shower and a white vanity unit. The rear garden is described as low-maintenance, with an artificial lawn. READ MORE: 'Top-class' ITV show ending after two series following 'difficult decision' New town centre cafe bar to focus on 'how bread and pastries used to be' Barber shop in Bolton with pool table and Sky Sports up for award A garden room with a built-in bar, timber-clad walls, and a wall-mounted TV point sits at the centre. French doors from the garden room open onto the lawn. Shops, amenities, and transport links are located nearby. Further details about the property are available on the estate agent Newton & Co Ltd website: and on Zoopla.
UPI
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- UPI
Taron Egerton says 'Smoke' role gave him 'weird, twisted freedom'
1 of 5 | Taron Egerton and Jurnee Smollett star in "Smoke," premiering Friday. Photo courtesy of Apple TV+ NEW YORK, June 26 (UPI) -- Carry-On, Kingsman and Rocketman actor Taron Egerton says the character he plays in the new Apple TV+ drama Smoke is not a likable hero, but he was intriguing to play. Spoilers ahead. Inspired by the true-crime podcast Firebug, and created by best-selling novelist Dennis Lehane, the limited series premieres Friday. It follows Egerton's Dave Gudsen, a Pacific Northwest arson investigator, aspiring writer and serial fire-starter. "To a certain extent, you can't get into his head," Egerton, 35, told UPI in a recent Zoom interview. "The thing about Dave is Dave is not really in his head," he said. "A normal person does things and they might have the self-awareness and healthy relationship with themselves to go: 'OK, so why did I do that?' and, 'Was that necessarily the best choice?' and, 'How would I do that differently next time?' "Dave has none of that. He just is not able to be in any way self-analytical, self-critical. He's not really able to reflect on himself in any way and, although that is horribly unhealthy, it's a really, really fascinating part to play." The character does not play by the rules of civilized society and betrays the trust his colleagues and the public have placed in him, according to the actor. "You start to realize there's a weird, twisted freedom in it that comes at a price," Egerton noted. To prepare for the role, Egerton listened to Firebug -- the podcast about real-life, California fire captain-turned-serial arsonist and mass murderer John Leonard Orr -- multiple times to understand how the inspiration for his fictional character got away with his crimes for so long. "It's really useful. It doesn't necessarily give that much insight into why John Orr did the things he did or why Dave Gudsen does the things he does," Egerton said. "Part of why we are fascinated by people who are on the fringe and do very strange things is because we can't really know why," he added. "My instinct is that it's to do with a lack of relationship with himself and a really unhealthy way of coping with things that are difficult to process." Major red flags in Dave's behavior include his unwillingness to attend events celebrating the accomplishments of his colleagues and his condescending demeanor toward the women in his life, including his police investigation partner, Michell Calderon (Jurnee Smollett), and his wife Ashley (Hannah Emily Anderson). "Dave is old school in a really awful, toxic way," Egerton said. "He also has a kind of unhealthy relationship with power and control." Negative interactions with his mother when he was a boy skewed his opinion of women throughout his life. "He has a kind of contempt for women on some level and I think you can really see that in in some of his encounters in the show," Egerton said. "He's a very, very damaged, very poisonous man." Smoke marks Egerton's second project with Lehane after 2022's Black Bird, another Apple TV+ miniseries. "I'm a fan of Dennis' and I think I admire his ability to marry really astute character observation and his incredible intuition about what makes people tick... with really propulsive, compelling storytelling," Egerton said. "I find that very, very exciting," he added. "Crudely put, my litmus test for whether I should be doing something creatively is, 'Do I compulsively want to read this?' and, 'Is this something that I would watch and something that I would be compelled to give hours of my life to?' And I always feel that way about Dennis' work." The cast of Smoke also includes Greg Kinnear, Rafe Spall, John Leguizamo, Anna Chlumsky and Ntare Mwine.
