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 moreA 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 cigarettesA 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 RichardsonA conman builder who stole from a former Mayor of Preston has been jailed for more than two years. Nathan OāNeil was told by a judge that his behaviour involving […]
8 years ago Secret Preston commuter parking spaces to be clamped down onTraffic 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 shopA 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 aheadA 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?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 approvalMore 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 […]
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