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.
Meet Preston’s councillors: Julie Buttle representing Lea
Here’s our latest look at getting to know Preston’s councillors: Name? Julie Buttle Age? 47 Which ward do you represent? Lea Ward How long have you represented the ward? 6 […]
Rescue services have spent the evening trying to locate a man who got into difficulties on the River Ribble. Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service said they were called to a […]
A little-used play area in Tulketh could be turned into new homes. Documents submitted to the city council by Mellor Architects show the current space on Heatherfield Place would be […]
A group of travellers have arrived on Ashton Park. Preston City Council have started eviction procedures after the caravans arrived on Thursday. Paul Melling snapped this photo of the caravans […]
Fire crews have dealt with a fire at a Preston takeaway. Umberto’s on Watery Lane caught fire at 1.29pm on Friday, with lunchtime punters having to be evacuated across the […]