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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.

Preston trams: Deepdale ‘test line’ plans are lodged once more

An artists impression of how the tram stop on Deepdale Street would look A small stretch of the former Longridge to Preston train line may return as a ‘pilot’ for the long-mooted tram system in the city. Preston Trampower has re-tabled its proposals […]

8 years ago
Preston off licence to have licence review as Trading Standards allege illegal sales of cigarettes

Nasza Biedronka in New Hall Lane Pic: Google A New Hall Lane off licence isĀ being hauled before licensing chiefs after an investigation by Trading Standards. Officers from Lancashire County Council’s trading standards team claim they have evidence of […]

8 years ago
Nathan O’Neil jailed: Conman who stole from former Mayor of Preston Albert Richardson

Nathan O'Neil conned two elderly men while undertaking work on their homes A conman builder who stole from a former Mayor of Preston has been jailed for more than two years. Nathan Oā€™Neil was told by a judge that his behaviour involving […]

8 years ago
Secret Preston commuter parking spaces to be clamped down on

Some of the parking areas being targeted by the council including Grimshaw Street, Eastham Street, Hammong Street and Jutland Street Pics: Google Traffic wardens are to be ordered to crack down on commuters and workers using city car parks for free. Preston City Council is making changes to the rules around the […]

8 years ago
Advertisement Advertisement Hindu community centre planned for Preston corner shop

The current Best Buy in Fletcher Road Pic: Google A corner shop in the St Matthews area of the city could become home to a new HinduĀ education centre. Best Buy in Fletcher Road hasĀ been bought by Mandhata Samaj & […]

8 years ago
Thorn Street affordable homes close to Morrisons given go ahead

The current wasteland on Thorn Street A small-scale development of affordable homes in Ribbleton has been approved. Councillors voted for a swathe of derelict land in Thorn Street, near Morrisons off Blackpool Road, to be redeveloped. […]

8 years ago
Want to help shape the future of Fishwick and St Matthews?

The nature reserve in Fishwick Pic: Tony Worrall Fishwick and St Matthews residents are being urged to have their say on how the area can develop. Four projects have been announced so far in the Big Local project […]

8 years ago
Ribbleton affordable homes close to Morrisons due for approval

The current wasteland on Thorn Street More affordable homes could be built in Ribbleton as plans for derelict land near a supermarket look set to be approved. Councillors are being urged to accept proposals for 35 […]

8 years ago
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