By-election to be held as Labour councillor stands down

Ashton-on-Ribble

News and information for the area of Ashton-on-Ribble, Preston. Includes the Tulketh, Larches and Ashton areas of the city, plus a big swathe of what’s known as Riversway down by the docks.

Angela Vodden has stepped down triggering a contest in Ashton A by-election is to be held in Preston due a councillor stepping down. Ashton councillor Angela Vodden has resigned less […]

7 years ago The Big Lunch returns to Preston with knockout challenge

Ashton Park saw the sun beat down as families turned out to enjoy The Big Lunch Pic: Tony Worrall One of Preston’s most popular summer events is returning once more […]

7 years ago Accountants to live on just a fiver for five days

Imagine only having £5-a-day for food and drink Pic: Mr ATM Accountants are known for cutting their cloth accordingly but can they live off just £5? Staff at Preston-based firm […]

7 years ago Elderly woman in hospital after being hit by Mercedes in Preston

Watery Lane where the crash happened Pic: Google A pensioner is in hospital after being struck by a car during a crash in Ashton-on-Ribble. The woman, aged 78, was taken […]

7 years ago Advertisement Advertisement Graffiti tag ‘Tuna’ blighting Ashton-on-Ribble

The tag on the wall of a property in Ashton A spate of graffiti across a number of roads in Ashton-on-Ribble is being tackled by the city council. Tagged ‘Tuna’ […]

7 years ago Preston firm’s giant bear features in 8 Out of 10 Cats

Sunshine Bear alongside Johnny Vegas and Sara Pascoe A Preston firm’s giant bear made a guest appearance on a popular Channel 4 panel show. Sunshine Bear was alongside Johnny Vegas […]

7 years ago Councillor Brian Rollo to become new Mayor of Preston

Councillor Brian Rollo A new Mayor of the city is set to take over the chains come May. Labour councillor Brian Rollo is ready to take up the role as […]