Tributes paid and farewell to popular biker Shane I’Anson

St Matthews

News and information about the area of St Matthews, which is closely linked with the area of Fishwick. It has a particularly active local residents group who are helping to shape the future of the area.

A much loved Preston biker has been laid to rest after he died on December 28. A procession of motorcycles accompanied the coffin as Shane I’Anson took his final journey […]

5 years ago Memories of St Joseph’s Social Club as new homes planned

More than 40 new affordable homes could be built on the former site of St Joseph’s Social Club. A planning application has been submitted for the 44 new energy efficient […]

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5 years ago Advertisement Advertisement Newly refitted Preston pub has windows smashed

Repair work at the Hesketh Arms Pic: Blog Preston A newly refurbished Preston pub has been targeted by vandals. Less than a week after it had an extensive revamp the […]

5 years ago Woman sought in connection with theft from Preston supermarket

Police want to speak to this woman Police are appealing to trace a woman in connection with a theft in a city supermarket. The incident took place at an unnamed […]

5 years ago Police investigate ‘sudden death’ at house in Preston

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5 years ago Deepdale chicken factory applies for new extension

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