Lorry fire shut the M55 and M6 at Preston during Saturday evening

Fulwood

News and information about the area of Fulwood, which stretches from Lightfoot Lane in the north to Blackpool Rd in the centre of the city. Including Greyfriars, Sharoe Green, Garrison, Brookfield and also parts of Tulketh and Plungington

A lorry driver escaped from their burning vehicle during Saturday evening. Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service sent four crews to deal with a lorry on fire on the M6. The […]

4 years ago Fulwood veteran gets surprise visit from the Prime Minister on the 75th anniversary of VE Day

A centenarian from Fulwood had a surprise visit from Boris Johnson on VE Day. Speaking on a live video link, the prime minister thanked Ernie Horsfall, 102, for his efforts […]

4 years ago Royal Preston Hospital expanded critical care unit to open early

A new critical care unit at Royal Preston Hospital is to open ahead of schedule. Hospital bosses say donations from the public have meant the work has been fast-tracked. Costing […]

4 years ago Fulwood man releases CCTV after his child car seats taken during break-in

A Preston man is appealing for the return of two car seats after his car was broken into. Arj Naik has reported the incident to Preston Police who have shared […]

4 years ago Advertisement Advertisement Royal Preston Hospital staff to benefit from £250k donation from local firm

Staff working at Royal Preston Hospital are set to benefit from a £250,000 donation from local business James Hall and Co Ltd, Spar Distribution Centre for the North of England. The donation will enable the […]

4 years ago Coronavirus deaths revealed by postcode as confirmed Covid-19 deaths rise to 71 in Preston and South Ribble

The number of confirmed deaths from Coronavirus in each district of Preston and South Ribble has been revealed. Figures released by the Office of National Statistics show a total of […]

4 years ago Fulwood school producing 3D printed valves that could turn snorkel masks into ventilators

Staff from Archbishop Temple School in Fulwood have used the school’s 3D printers to produce sample valves that could convert a full-face swim mask into a life-saving ventilator. As well […]

4 years ago Flats, community centre and shops plans for former Sumners pub site due for green light

Two apartment blocks, a community centre and shops in a new development on the site of a former Preston pub look set to go ahead. The Sumners was demolished in […]

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