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Review: The Last Supper at Haighton Manor near Grimsargh

Danielle France from Preston has a rare blood condition called autoimmune neutropenia. This makes her vulnerable to infections. People most at risk from coronavirus are called ‘shielded’ or ‘extremely vulnerable’ […]

5 years ago Restaurant owner says more support is needed for those due to open new businesses

A new restaurant which was set to open at the Miller Arcade on March 27 has had to remain unopened to the public. Like many other businesses in the hospitality […]

5 years ago The 150-year-old Friargate bookshop trying to keep the pages turning through the coronavirus pandemic

Preston booksellers Halewood and Sons are – like most businesses – currently in coronavirus lockdown. Despite the shop being closed to browsers they are delivering online and phone orders. Halewood […]

5 years ago Preston mum-of-three wins pageant with a difference

In January of this year, Kirstie Cowburn from Ribbleton won the title of United Kingdom Sweetheart at the Pure UK Pageant. Pure UK is a family-oriented pageant where contestants are […]

5 years ago

Advertisement Weekend events in Preston, 13 March – 15 March

Looking for something to do this weekend? See our list below for things to do in Preston. Friday 13 March An Introduction to… making your practice accessibleThe Birley, Birley Street, […]

5 years ago Weekend events in Preston, 06 March – 08 March

Looking for something to do this weekend? See our list below for things to do in Preston. Friday 6 March Book of the Month Coffee MorningSharoe Green Library, 8 Sharoe […]

5 years ago Weekend events in Preston, 28 February – 01 March

Looking for something to do this weekend? See our list below for things to do in Preston. Friday 28 February Battle of the Bands: Raise the Roof for St. Catherine’s […]

5 years ago Weekend events in Preston, 21 February – 23 February

Friday 21 February Avenham Park XplorerAvenham Park, PR1 8JT10am – 12pmA family navigational challenge that is both fun and educational. Explore the park and follow the map to find the […]

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