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Ashton-on-Ribble

News and information for the area of Ashton-on-Ribble, Preston. Includes the Tulketh, Larches and Ashton areas of the city, plus a big swathe of what’s known as Riversway down by the docks.

Covenant may prove curveball in battle to halt Ashton Park sports hub

Homeowners who face into a park where a new multi-million pound sports hub is due to be built are currently considering a legal challenge against the plans. Preston City Council […]

2 weeks ago
River Darwen near Preston the second most sewage spilled river in England

River Darwen looking towards Preston Pic: Tony Worrall A section of river near Preston was one of the most polluted in England last year. New figures on sewage spills released by the Environment Agency and analysed by The […]

2 weeks ago
Ashton Park won’t include basketball court renovation despite petition

A view of the basketball court in Ashton Park Pic: Adrian Fruzynski The council have confirmed the Ashton Park project will not include any renovations to the basketball court, despite an ongoing petition. A petition, which is aiming to be signed by […]

2 weeks ago
Preston adoption charity on how 63 children are needing a home

Adopter pushes her daughter on a swing. Pic: Adoption North West Caritas Care, a Preston-based adoption charity are working with other agencies to raise awareness of the need for adopters across the North West. Regional and Voluntary Adoption Agencies are promoting […]

3 weeks ago
Advertisement Advertisement Preston to Fleetwood bus service 74 and 75 future in doubt

The 75 bus leaving Preston Bus Station Pic: Colin Ward A bus service linking Preston and Fleetwood could stop operating this summer. Blackpool Transport has announced it intends to hand back the 74 and 75 route. The service goes through […]

3 weeks ago
Ashton-on-Ribble man wanted after business premises targeted

Mark Dixon Pic: Preston Police Police want to trace a man in connection with a burglary in Ashton-on-Ribble. Mark Dixon, 38, is wanted after a business premises was targeted. Preston Police say Dixon is approximately […]

3 weeks ago
Neighbours celebrate Violet in Larches turning 101

Violet Fortt celebrating her day. Pic: Emma Caffrey The Community Hub at Larches held a milestone birthday celebration. Around 20 local residents got together to celebrate Violet Fortt’s 101st birthday, with balloons, cake and party food. Violet is […]

3 weeks ago
Work at St David’s Church site in Ashton-on-Ribble begins

Work has started on St David’s Church in Eldon Street after it was demolished following a fire. It’s thought that the site will be turned into a supported living development after […]

3 weeks ago
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