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 hubHomeowners 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 EnglandA 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 petitionThe 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 homeCaritas 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 doubtA 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 targetedPolice 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 101The 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 beginsWork 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 […]
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