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Amazon Hub worker at Leyland wins community star award

An employee who works at Amazon’s Delivery Station as a Shift Manager in Leyland has received a special festive surprise in recognition of her outstanding efforts in supporting the community. […]

3 years ago
Preston police appealing for information in connection with assault

Preston police have renewed their appeal for help to identify the man pictured above in connection with an assault in Preston. New information has been provided to police since the […]

3 years ago
Preston student is one of two to win national award from professional sporting body

Two Edge Hill students, one from Preston, have won an excellence award from the professional body for the sport and physical activity sector. Sports Coaching and Development students Sophie Warden […]

3 years ago
Nightingale Omicron Hub opened at Royal Preston Hospital

Entrance to Royal Preston Hospital Pic: Blog Preston New Nightingale surge hubs are being set up at hospitals across the country in preparation for a potential wave of Omicron admissions. The temporary structures, set up by the NHS, […]

3 years ago
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Two people rescued from fire at Broughton premises

Fire engine Pic: Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service Four fire engines from Preston, Fulwood and Longridge attended a fire in Broughton, Preston. Crews were dispatched at 4.17pm on Wednesday, 29 December. The incident involved a bedroom inside a […]

3 years ago
Preston applies for extra £585k funding for Harris refurb

The Harris and looking towards the Town Hall in Preston city centre Pic: Tony Worrall A funding application for £585,000 is being made to the Arts Council to upgrade the Harris’ special exhibition galleries.  Preston City Council is applying for the grant as part of […]

3 years ago
UCLan research shows more accessible domestic abuse services needed

A UCLan report on UK domestic abuse services provided under Covid-19 reveals that several groups – including Black and ethnic minority groups and those in rural communities – struggle to […]

3 years ago
Over 300 apprentice and graduate roles available at BAE in Preston

Learning to be a BAE apprentice BAE Systems is set to hire over 300 apprentices and graduates in the Preston area in 2022. The creation of the graduate and undergraduate roles in Warton, Samlesbury and Preston […]

3 years ago
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