Preston Fire Service to donate equipment to Ukrainian frontline
Photo: Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service A Lancashire Fire Service is donating a fire engine and four pallets of equipment to firefighters on the Ukrainian front line. … Read More
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Kind-hearted trader from Preston Market donates military items to Ukraine
John donated military uniforms and paraphernalia like these to the people of Ukraine Pic: Lisa Brown A kind-hearted man from Preston has donated 15 large boxes of military uniforms, helmets … Read More
Preston Masonic Hall to explore in the next InstaMeet
The Masonic Hall is full of history and tradition InstaMeet Preston returns with a visit to historic Masonic Hall on Saul Street. … Read More
Woman arrested after Leyland drug deal
A woman was arrested and a quantity of suspected drugs recovered after a warrant was executed in Leyland. Advertising Officers … Read More
Historic legal documents featuring Preston families up for auction
Preston Law Library notebooks date back to the 19th century Photo: Alan Lutman A series of documents from Preston in the 19th and early 20th century are available for sale … Read More
Three men with Preston links named among Lancashire’s most wanted
From lr: Steven Bosanko, Paul Hope and Gareth Richards Lancashire Police have launched a new appeal to track down a number of most wanted criminals. … Read More
Plans for an industrial park in the Whittingham countryside are ready for the green light
Photo of the Sandbank estate: Google Plans to create a countryside industrial park in Whittingham are set to receive the green light from Preston City Council. … Read More
The Spring Fair is coming to the Walled Garden at Ashton Park
The Walled Garden at Ashton Park A spring fair will welcome visitors in April for a day of events, shopping and volunteering. Advertising The … Read More
Preston train passengers are warned of further disruption from Storm Franklin
Engineers inspecting the roof of Preston station after storm Eunice Pic: Network Rail Rail passengers are being warned that the third major storm in just five days is expected to … Read More
‘Act now’ flood alert for the River Ribble in Samlesbury
Roads around Brockholes were cut off when the River Ribble overflowed in 2019 Pic: Babs Keighley People are being urged to ‘act now’ as land near Samlesbury is set to … Read More
UCLan will see five days of teachers’ strike over wages
Classes may be interrupted from the end of this month UCLan students will see disruption to their classes this month as a university union prepares to strike over 2021/2022 staff … Read More
Police issue updated call for footage after M6 incident ‘the wrong way round’
The incident occurred on M6. Photo: Google Police are appealing for witnesses after an incident on the M6 in the early hours of the morning (Wednesday 9 February). … Read More
A lecture on sex and sin in the 17th century comes to Preston
The lecture will be based on documents from the Stuart period A lecture on sex and sin in 17th century Lancashire comes to Preston. Advertising Renowned historian Dr Alan Crosby … Read More
UCLan professor receives service award for astronomy
Professor Don Kurtz received an astronomy award A professor from the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) has received an award for his lifelong commitment to public awareness and service to … Read More
Preston biker dies after St Michael accident
The collision happened at Garstang Road in St Michael’s on Wyre Pic: Google Police are appealing for witnesses after the tragic death of a motorcyclist following a collision in St … Read More
Cottam author’s first book raises £2,450 for children’s charity
Rachel at Cottam Primary School with pupils including her sons Fred and Ron either side The first book by a Cottam author has raised £2,450 for charity. Advertising Rachel Walmsley’s … Read More
Penwortham Dog Owners Group wags the tail
Meera and her rescue dog Theo A woman who started a community group for local dog owners and small dog-friendly businesses has seen the group grow in recent months and … Read More
New industrial units planned for Ribbleton truck dealership
Image of MM acquisitions: Google Plans to build eight industrial units at a truck dealership at The Willows in Ribbleton have been submitted. Advertising MM Acquisitions’ proposals would see two … Read More
51 new homes in Broughton set to be turned down
Plans for 51 new homes in Broughton should be turned down A planning application for 51 new homes in Broughton should be refused. Advertising The development of Garstang Road will … Read More
Spire night tours return to St Walburge
Drone photo of St Walburge at sunset Photo: Sky Eye Aerial Photography People with vertigo can climb to the top of St Walburge. Advertising Ashton-on-Ribble Church’s popular Spire at Night … Read More
Preston Bus to introduce Tap & Go payment system
Preston Bus at Preston Bus Station Tap & Go is introduced on Preston buses to make the use of public transport more efficient. Advertising The new system will make paying … Read More
Preston seeks additional funding of £ 585,000 for Harris refurbishment
The Harris in Preston town center Photo: Tony Worrall A funding request of £ 585,000 is being made to the Arts Council to modernize the Harris Special Exhibition Galleries. Advertising … Read More
South Ribble Council promises progress after signing of UK100 climate pledge
Jennifer Mullin, Director of Communities, Councilor Mick Titherington, and Deputy Head and Councilor Paul Foster, Head of South Ribble Borough Council The South Ribble Borough Council has signed the UK100 … Read More
Police call for public comment on Operation Vanquish
Raids taking place as part of Operation Vanquish Police have asked residents of Preston to take a survey on Operation Vanquish to hear their thoughts on how they can better … Read More
Preston residents can create festive Christmas baskets at Larder
A last Christmas pantry basket The Larder invited residents to make festive baskets filled with local produce, goodies and handmade items. Advertising Those interested can head to the Cafe and … Read More
Community Gateway urges residents to donate to The Spiers homelessness program
Mayor Councilor Javed Iqbal at the Small Spiers Ceremony A Preston Homelessness Program called on residents to donate to help those less fortunate on Christmas. Advertising The Spiers in Maudland … Read More
Festive parade in the streets of Cottam this Sunday
Santa and his friends watched Tippings’ Christmas lights come on Father Christmas and his friends are coming to Cottam this Sunday (December 19). Advertising Over £ 1,000 was raised by … Read More
Penwortham schoolchildren receive 100 young Christmas trees
Kingsfold Primary School. Photo: Google National Grid donated 12 mature trees and over 100 young Christmas trees to a school in Penwortham to mark the end of power line work … Read More
New apartment plan for downtown Preston
The drawings show what the two additional floors of the front on Orchard Street (left) and the back on Lowthian Street (right) could look like Photo: GA Associates Plans have … Read More
Preston Opera seeks singers for Carmen production in 2022
The 2017 performance of The Merry Widow by Preston Opera Preston Opera has invited local singers to rehearse for a 2022 production of Carmen. Advertising The venue will host a … Read More
Preston Bus announces Christmas 2021 timetables
Photo: Mike McNiven Preston Bus has now published its timetables for the holiday season. Advertising Christmas hours will run from Monday, December 20 to Tuesday, January 4, 2022. Read more: … Read More
Cocktails and canapes for those in Ribblesdale Ward
Christine with fruits Patients in the Ribblesdale neighborhood of the Rosemere Cancer Center will once again be able to enjoy a monthly round of cocktails and canapes after the charity … Read More
Preston Architects to Help Restore Historic Main Street in Kirkham
The DC and MG team in Kirkham Three Lancashire architects will help restore Kirkham’s main street as part of a new program led by Fylde Council. Advertising More than 35 … Read More
Christmas market in Fulwood this weekend
A Christmas market is held in Fulwood this weekend. Advertising Featuring Santa himself, the event will take place at the Millennium Hall Community Center. Children attending the cave will receive … Read More
Childcare home planned for Sharoe Green
The care home would be located at 296 Sharoe Green Lane Pic: Ingleton Wood / Google A planning application has been submitted for a new child care home in Sharoe … Read More
New restaurant planned for Ribbleton
45 Blackpool Road was occupied by Singers Outdoors Pic: Google A planning request has been submitted for a new restaurant in Ribbleton. Advertising The building at 45 Blackpool Road would … Read More
Warm A Heart 2021 Campaign to Help Preston’s Homeless
Frenchwood community primary school. Photo: Google Preston’s Promise is running its Warm A Heart 2021 campaign in December. Advertising The community of Preston will donate bags of essential toiletries, snacks, … Read More
Preston Council Leader Says New Mandatory Mask Rules a ‘Small Sacrifice’
Councilor Matthew Brown Preston City Council Chief Councilor Matthew Brown said the new mask-wearing rules are a “small sacrifice” needed to avoid further restrictions on Covid. Advertising Cllr Brown’s comments … Read More
Vue Preston at the Capitol Center shows these Christmas movies
View at Capitol Center Pic: Google Maps Residents of Preston will be able to enjoy Christmas classics on the big screen this year at Vue. Advertising For those looking to … Read More
Preston voted 20th in the UK for his pub scene
Plug and Taps in Lune Street Pic: Preston Blog Preston has been voted one of the UK’s top craft drink destinations. Advertising A new study of Bionic set out to … Read More
Community Gateway Association to Host Preston Docks Support Showcase
Sharon Cowan Stout The Preston-based Community Gateway Association is hosting a free event at its Preston Docks headquarters this Friday (November 26) to showcase the wide variety of supports available … Read More
Santa’s Cave will be held at Preston City Center Hotel
Santa meets excited kids No.10 Preston hosts magical Christmas events the kids will love. Advertising On Wednesday December 1, snow is expected to fall at 10 Preston and people are … Read More
Brockholes Visitor Center temporarily closed after being vandalized
Brockholes Nature Reserve Photo: Stephen Melling Brockholes Visitor Village is closed until further notice after vandals damaged it overnight (evening Monday November 22). Advertising The Brockholes Nature Reserve team says … Read More
Caritas Care community center in Plungington to undergo repairs
Improvement works are underway as part of the project Places for People and Morris & Spottiswood have joined forces on a project that will make a huge difference to the … Read More
CancerHelp Preston travel to the North Pole to raise funds
Cancer Help Preston. Photo: Google CancerHelp Preston completes a hike to the North Pole, located 2,504 miles. Advertising Of course, they don’t hike to the North Pole itself, but hike … Read More
UCLan to offer new mental health program for LGBTQ + students
Photo: UCLan The government chose UCLan to deliver a mental health program to the university’s LGBTQ + community. Advertising Led by UCLan’s Creative Innovation Zone, the university will provide the … Read More
Excitement as an extremely rare Belted Kingfisher spotted on the River Ribble
American Kingfisher on the Ribble River Pic: George Shannon An extremely rare Belted Kingfisher was sighted on the Ribble River today (Monday, November 8). Advertising Native to Florida, the bird … Read More
Community Gateway Association provides update on demolition of Savick stores
Rob Wakefield (CEO) and I&R Demolition staff inspect the site In 2017, following extensive consultation with local residents, the Community Gateway Association began to develop the area around the Savick … Read More
UCLan’s creative innovation zone selected for a national award
A meeting at the Creative Innovation Zone of UCLan UCLan’s Creative Innovation Zone reached the final in the Team of the Year category at the KE Awards. Advertising The initiative … Read More
Runners invited to the annual Wesham 10K Fylde Road Race in November
Photo: Th G from Pixabay Lancashire runners prepare for the annual Wesham 10k road race in November. Advertising Kicking off on November 27, the Wesham 10k is one of the … Read More
Leyland retirees visited by BBC antiques expert David Harper
BBC Antiques Expert David Harper BBC antiques expert David Harper visited a group of retirees from Leyland to open a new community development. Advertising David officially opened the latest McCarthy … Read More
Preston declared “thrifty capital of the north”
Preston has been shown to have some of the most thrifty people according to a new study by The Hairpin Leg Company. Advertising The aim of the study was to … Read More
Amazon hires over 100 temporary Christmas jobs in Preston
Amazon is hiring for many seasonal positions in Preston More than 100 seasonal workers are expected to be hired at Amazon’s Preston delivery station as part of their festive recruiting … Read More
Preston musician trades drumsticks for pen to write children’s book
Gizelle Molnar illustrated the book A musician from Preston traded his drumsticks for a pen to write a children’s book. Advertising Mark Whiteside, who stars in cult band Evil Blizzard, … Read More
Police appeal after gangs armed with machetes at Bamber Bridge home
Whitefield Meadow, Bamber Bridge. Photo: Google South Ribble Police have arrested three people after an attempted home invasion in Bamber Bridge. Advertising On Sunday, September 19, police arrested a 19-year-old … Read More
Planning request submitted for 42 new homes in Woodplumpton
What will development look like. A planning application has been submitted for 42 houses to be built in Woodplumpton. Advertising The homes will consist of a mix of three and … Read More
Director of Royal Preston Hospital climbs Mount Snowdon in children’s appeal
Director of Children’s Services Leanne Ratcliffe A director of the Royal Preston Hospital climbed Mount Snowdon to raise money for Children’s Appeal. Advertising Children’s Department Director Leanne Ratcliffe reached the … Read More
Teenager dies in motorcycle crash with tractor near Grimsargh
The accident took place at Preston Road, Grimsargh. Photo: Google A teenager died while driving a motorbike which crashed into a tractor last night (Monday, September 13). Advertising Police were … Read More