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Budding Broughton bookworms receive book donations for Christmas

Wain Homes Regional Marketing Coordinator, Nathan Bullough, joins Santa to give the gift of reading to Broughton children Budding bookworms at a Broughton primary school received the gift of a new book for Christmas thanks to a donation from housebuilder Wain Homes. The developer donated £500 to Broughton-in-Amounderness […]

2 years ago
Project helps South Ribble teenagers reconnect post-pandemic

Pupils at Lostock Hall Academy leapt at all the activities on their Restore Challenge Day Teenage students at schools in South Ribble have taken part in a new project aiming to improve their self-esteem and confidence post-pandemic. The RESTORE programme of activities, funded by South […]

2 years ago
Canal carriers in Preston, a lost way of life

Gravel boats at Cottam Hall Bridge on the Lancaster Canal, 1905 Pic: Preston Digital Archive The canal wharf in Preston was once a busy place but gradually fell into disuse. It was eventually filled in and today no trace of it can be seen. Life […]

2 years ago
Toys and chocolates delivered to young patients at Royal Preston Hospital

Local organisations visit Royal Preston Hospital at Christmas Toys and chocolates have been delivered to young patients at Royal Preston Hospital. Light Foundation and Peace Matters, in partnership with Kashmir Watan Foodstores, made their third annual visit to […]

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Bus fares in Preston capped at £2 until March

Preston Bus at Preston Bus Station Bus fares in Preston will be capped at £2 for the next three months. All main Lancashire bus operators are taking part in a Department for Transport scheme offering the […]

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