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    The aftermath of porridge.

    I cook porridge in a glass bowl in the microwave. After decanting into my cereal bowl, a quick rinse and the glass bowl is clean.
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    Computer backup strategies

    I have three levels of backup: Level 1: Time Machine (Mac) to local external HDD Pros: local and quickly accessible; 'continual' backup means this is the most up to date. Cons: always connected means it is susceptible to encryption ransom attack; on site in case of fire/burglary Level 2a...
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    Can I still get a Greater Manchester area - DaySaver TM?

    Thanks that's worth considering - may get a strange look from the driver when I get off as soon as buying it though ;)
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    Can I still get a Greater Manchester area - DaySaver TM?

    Can the Daysaver TM be purchased the day before or can it only be purchased on the day? I'll be wanting to start my journey at Blackrod so no ticket office and no guarantee that the TVM has the option for a Daysaver TM.
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    Blackpool - Manchester Electrification

    It does say "Timed for 99mph max"
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    UK Train Times app (Agant) - at the end of the line?

    Same issues here. According to this page, the app has been removed from the app store. I agree, the official app is awful to use.
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    Blackpool - Manchester Electrification

    Think these WCML diversions might be the first two service trains down the Preston-Bolton-Manchester line.
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    Blackpool - Manchester Electrification

    A reminder that WCML services coming down the PRE-BON line tomorrow: http://www.realtimetrains.co.uk/search/advanced/BLK/2019/04/20/0000-2359?stp=V&show=pass&order=wtt
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    Blackpool - Manchester Electrification

    Is the instruction not to hammer the 319s across Northern or just Manchester-Preston? Could it be because the great extension lead isn't installed yet?
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    Blackpool - Manchester Electrification

    My father uses the LIV-MAN 319 service and has said the same
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    Blackpool - Manchester Electrification

    A post on Facebook this morning says there are three 319 units running today, already started with the 5:23 Blackpool-Manchester, the other two working Preston-Manchester and Buckshaw-Manchester.
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    Blackpool - Manchester Electrification

    If I go anywhere, it'll be Blackrod.
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    Blackpool - Manchester Electrification

    Can you check that link - gives a 404.
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    How Frequent does 'Turn up and go' mean to you

    I voted 15 min, although anything is an improvement on the current 1tph at my local station (Blackrod)
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    Blackpool - Manchester Electrification

    New Sign at Anderton Hall Crossing
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    Blackpool - Manchester Electrification

    Didn't the TPE service also serve Chorley?
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    Blackpool - Manchester Electrification

    See page 10 of this document.
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    Blackpool - Manchester Electrification

    I might walk round to Blackrod Station

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