United Utilities says Fishergate Hill will reopen today after wet weather sinks original plan

Lancashire Central retail and leisure development confirmed at site of failed IKEA plan
Hundreds of homes set for mill site among most forgotten parts of Preston city centre
New lighting and pedestrianised space in plan to make Preston more attractive
Preston musician’s song Our Town becomes soundtrack to city’s events
Restaurant and bar owner throws weight behind pedestrianised, green Winckley Street

Preston Locations

Covering the North, South, East, West and Centre of the city of Preston we aim to bring you news and information for the area near you in Preston. These areas do not follow the electoral boundaries of Preston City Council, which differ, especially since they were re-drawn.

Fishergate Hill should finally reopen today (Friday 8 December) at 4pm. The road has been shut since Tuesday 21 November, when a United Utilities pipe burst at the junction with […]

18 hours ago Preston supermarket opening hours for Christmas 2023 and New Year

Christmas is just around the corner and this means that there will be different opening times for supermarkets in and around Preston. However, it’s important to know when and where […]

23 hours ago UCLan commissions sculpture of astronomer who changed our view of the solar system

UCLan has commissioned an artist to create a sculpture of the artist who changed our view of the solar system. The university asked Liverpool sculptor Phil Garrett to create a […]

1 day ago Police appeal to find missing man last seen a week ago in Fulwood

Update: Karl has been found safe and well. Police are appealing to trace a man last seen in Fulwood. Karl Harford, 40, was last spotted in Sharoe Green Lane on […]

1 day ago Advertisement Advertisement Plans unveiled for adult gaming centre at site of former Preston nightclub

A Preston nightclub that closed down at the height of the pandemic could be converted into an adult gaming centre. Krush Sports Bar and Nightclub, on the southern section of […]

1 day ago The Harris acquires Preston designer Ross Griffith’s iconic Rose Dress

The Harris museum has acquired the iconic Rose Dress by local designer Ross Griffiths. The Preston-born fashion designer is known for his label Kingfisher Couture. The unique addition to The […]

2 days ago House plan for historic Preston garden thrown out but developer will be back

Plans to build houses in the historic garden of a listed building in Preston have been rejected. The proposal would have seen 24 dwellings and a retail unit – with […]

2 days ago Preston Olympian launches SPAR Lancashire School Games 2023-24

Preston’s Team GB Olympic bronze medallist Holly Bradshaw inspired schoolchildren with her career achievements at the launch of the SPAR Lancashire School Games 2023-24. Held at James Hall and Co. […]

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