Vets in Penwortham and Fulwood play host to UCLan’s first vet students

Penwortham

News and information for the area of Penwortham. Although not politically in Preston it is perhaps spiritually. Penwortham is just across the River Ribble from Preston but many Penworthiams class themselves as Prestonians, although they are part of South Ribble Borough Council.

First-year veterinary students from the University of Central Lancashire have completed work placements across the North West. A total of 53 practices welcomed over 70 students studying Veterinary Medicine and […]

2 months ago Man seriously injured in hit-and-run tractor crash in Penwortham

Police are appealing for information after a man was seriously injured in a tractor collision in Penwortham. South Ribble Police are asking for witnesses and dashcam footage after they were […]

2 months ago Jordan North who started radio career in Preston quits BBC Radio 1

A radio DJ who started his broadcasting career in Preston has abruptly quit Radio 1 after a decade. Jordan North, who lived and went to high school in Penwortham and […]

2 months ago Penwortham man diagnosed with terminal cancer fighting to raise money

A man from Penwortham who was diagnosed with cancer has skydived 15,000 feet to raise money for the cause. Mark Rigby was diagnosed with terminal cancer two years ago. He […]

2 months ago Advertisement Advertisement One person in hospital after fire crews spend two-and-a-half hours tackling Penwortham fire

One person was taken to hospital after firefighters spent two and a half hours tackling a fire at an outbuilding in Penwortham. Three fire crews were sent from Preston and […]

2 months ago Penwortham woman sets up free mental health services in recognition of support she received

A woman has set up free mental health classes to give back to her local community in Penwortham after receiving support when her father passed away. Dr Jennifer Pulman’s dad […]

2 months ago Four-year-old pylon lover Lucy’s dream comes true with visit to Penwortham substation

A four-year-old with a passion for pylons has paid a special visit to Penwortham substation. After seeing mum Sophie’s viral TikTok video about Lucy’s autism journey and interest in electric […]

2 months ago Community groups in South Ribble urged to apply for £100,000 fund

South Ribble’s voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise sectors can receive up to £20,000 in funding. With £100,000 available in total, those eligible can apply until 23 February. The scheme […]

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