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Update given on River Ribble flood defences scheme at Broadgate and Penwortham

River Ribble runs high during Wednesday 20 January Pic: Tony Worrall Progress is being made on the Preston and South Ribble flood risk management scheme which will cost £54.7m. A spokesperson for the Environment Agency said: “We are making good progress […]

2 years ago
NHS launch birth trauma service in Preston

Royal Preston Hospital Pic: Paul Melling The NHS in Lancashire is offering a new service for people in Preston and beyond who have gone through a traumatic experience connected to pregnancy. The Reproductive Trauma Service will […]

2 years ago
‘Slow down’ posters, banners and stickers for Preston communities to halt speeding

Lancashire County Council has launched a resource pack with banners, bin stickers and hi-vis jackets to help encourage drivers to slow down. The packs urge drivers to ‘slow down, save […]

2 years ago
Family to honour Katy Holmes’ 21st birthday during Derian House fundraising walk

The family of Katy Holmes, who sadly passed away from a brain tumour in 2012, will take on the Ullswater Way walk to mark Katy’s 21st birthday. Mum Paula Slater […]

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Body found in search for missing Preston man Kevin Long

A body has been found in the search for 57-year-old Kevin Long who went missing from his home in Preston. The body of a man was recovered from the sea […]

2 years ago
Man with links to Broadgate, Penwortham and Bamber Bridge wanted by police

Preston Police have launched an appeal to find a wanted man. Cameron Farley, 20, from Preston has been wanted since Wednesday, 9th March in connection with drugs offences. He is […]

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New sign for Preston Flag Market to reflect city’s heritage

A new sign which will symbolise the rich history of the cotton and textile industry in Preston will be unveiled this week. The unique sign will be unveiled this Wednesday […]

2 years ago
Lorry crashes into bus stop outside Fulwood primary school and church

A lorry crashed into a bus stop on Friday, 25 March which demolished the bus stop outside St Clare’s Catholic Church in Fulwood. The bus stop in Sharoe Green Lane […]

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