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Blog Preston wishes you a Merry Christmas

Nativity scene and Harris Christmas tree Pic: Crispin Robinson As another year draws to a close it’s time to reflect on the challenges and achievements experienced by Preston and our proud people. There’s been yet more uncertainty due to […]

3 years ago
In pictures: Cottam residents take to the streets for annual charity Santa Parade

Cottam’s annual Santa Parade delighted residents as they gathered on the streets to soak up the festive spirit. On Sunday 19 December, Santa and his helpers set off from Hayfield […]

3 years ago
First tenants move into house for the homeless funded by Big PNE Sleep Out

Two tenants have moved into the Foxton Centre’s Housing First property in Ashton-on-Ribble in time for Christmas, with the renovations that were funded by the Big PNE Sleep Out in […]

3 years ago
Eat Indian deli opens in Fishergate

Eat Indian counter A new family-run Indian deli has opened in the city centre in the old Thorntons premises. Eat Indian on Fishergate offers chilled Indian food to heat and eat, with all […]

3 years ago
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South Ribble Council promises progress after signing UK100 climate pledge

South Ribble Borough Council has signed the UK100 membership pledge to join other local leaders in the fight against climate change. Council leader Councillor Paul Foster has pledged that the […]

3 years ago
In pictures: Penwortham residents gather at local Christmas market for cheer and festive fun

Penwortham last week celebrated the return of the annual Christmas market as traders sold food and items to delighted residents. Liverpool Road businesses joined stallholders, rides and Santa as local […]

3 years ago
Mum of Manchester bombing victim completes UCLan counter-terrorism degree

A grieving mum has completed a Master’s degree in counter-terrorism after her son lost his life in the 2017 Manchester Arena bombing. Figen Murray, 60, whose son Martyn Hett was […]

3 years ago
Lancashire County Council confirm bus service arrangements for Christmas

Buses lining up at Preston Bus Station Pic: 70023venus2009 Lancashire Council has warned residents to check bus times before travelling over Christmas. There will be no buses running in Lancashire on Christmas Day. But on Boxing Day and New […]

3 years ago
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