This category relates to all things to do with charities and their activities in Preston.
Ben Ashworth shares ‘shock’ bowel cancer diagnosis ahead of London MarathonA Preston marathon runner has received a ‘shock’ diagnosis in his cancer battle ahead of the London Marathon. Ben Ashworth, who lives in Broadgate, received bad news last week about […]
8 years ago Showcase of veterans work on Ashton Park garden for charity third anniversaryA Preston charity is to celebrate its third birthday by lifting the lid on its work in Ashton Park. Dig In North West, which helps veterans from across the city, […]
8 years ago Silent auction continues as Jason Edmondson football game raises charity cashNearly £2,000 has already been raised by friends and family of a Preston man who died while out working in Thailand. Jason Edmondson, known to his friends as Jay, who […]
8 years ago Watch as Ben Ashworth and family open up on bowel cancer fightA Preston family have told of how they face the struggle of trying to beat bowel cancer each day. Ben Ashworth, whose story we have covered frequently on Blog Preston, […]
8 years ago Advertisement Advertisement Antique coins helping Preston children learn modern money skillsPrimary school pupils in Preston are learning about prudent financial management thanks to a rare coin collection. The Esmee Fairburn Collections Fund usually based at the Harris Museum has been […]
8 years ago Man to run marathon from Bamber Bridge as part of 401 ChallengeA man will start a marathon from Bamber Bridge this week in an effort to raise funds for two anti-bullying charities. Ben Smith is deep into The 401 Challenge which […]
8 years ago In pictures: Thunder, lightning and super heroes in Avenham ParkAn event in support of the ‘Our Local Heroes Foundation’ brought young and some not-so-young super heroes out in force on Avenham Park during Easter Sunday for a 5k and […]
8 years ago Preston construction firm taking on Three Peaks for homeless charity EmmausA homeless charity stands to benefit from thousands of pounds as a Preston construction firm takes on a mountain challenge. Conlon Construction has more than 20 employees signed up to […]
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