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.
12 people charged as Preston cocaine and heroin gang raided12 people have been charged with drugs supply conspiracy in Preston after a series of warrants were carried out by Lancashire Police in the area. 11 of them appeared before […]
2 months ago Drive-thru Burger King to fill former Chiquito restaurant site at Preston DocksA drive-thru Burger King is on the way to Preston Marina. The fast food outlet will take over the former Chiquito restaurant building on Port Way. The Tex-Mex chain’s longstanding […]
2 months ago Storm Isha sees fallen tree block RiverswayStorm Isha is seeing winds of up to 60mph and a major route out of the city is shut due to a fallen tree. Preston Police are on the scene […]
2 months ago Preston woman undertakes mammoth running challenge in tribute to grandadA Preston woman marked turning 30 by running 30 10k races in tribute to her beloved grandad. Emily McEnnerney Whittle turned 30 in January 2023 and wanted to raise money […]
2 months ago Advertisement Advertisement Lea Community School has extension greenlit with pupil numbers to doublePlans for a major extension to a Preston primary school have been given the go-ahead amid claims from a nearby resident that it will result in children “looking straight into” […]
2 months ago Ashton Food Aid appeals for more collection points in PrestonA food bank in Ashton-on-Ribble is appealing for more ambient food collection points in Preston. Ashton Food Aid are facing an increasing demand, with over 70 families and individuals using […]
2 months ago New beauty supplies shop opens in Ashton-on-RibbleA new eyelash and brow supplies shop, aimed at local beauticians, has opened in Preston. The shop named ‘iLASHEDPRO,’ on Blackpool Road at Lane Ends in Ashton-on-Ribble, promises to be […]
3 months ago Preston Pedals offering free sessions to encourage cycling in the cityPreston Pedals, a group set up to encourage people in Preston to get on their bikes for everyday journeys and save bikes from landfill, will be holding several free sessions […]
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