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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.

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

Traffic around Fishergate Hill 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

Aldi at Fulwood Central 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 […]

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

Karl Harford Pic: Preston Police 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 […]

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

The former Macs bar in the city centre 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 […]

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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 […]

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

Larches House site 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 […]

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Preston Olympian launches SPAR Lancashire School Games 2023-24

Holly Bradshaw with a schoolchild at the SPAR Lancashire School Games 2023-24 Launch 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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