Preston Locations

Covering the North, South, East, West and Centre of the city of Preston we aim to bring you news and information for the area near you in Preston. These areas do not follow the electoral boundaries of Preston City Council, which differ, especially since they were re-drawn.

Prestfest already down to return in 2018 – and it’ll be bigger

The Prestfest stage on the Flag Market Prestfest looks set to return in 2018 – and it’ll be bigger than this year’s Flag Market events. With Fatman Scoop and Tom […]

7 years ago Spice of Bengal in Friargate has shut down

Spice of Bengal has the sign removed One of Preston’s oldest Indian restaurants has closed its doors for the last time. Spice of Bengal, which dates back more than 40 […]

7 years ago Larches Post Office to close for revamp

The Elswick Road Post Office is to have a revamp Pic: Google A Post Office in Ashton-on-Ribble is to close for a major refit. The Larches branch is receiving the […]

7 years ago Team Preston do us proud at the Lancashire School Games

Alex Morris – part of the gold medal winning team from Broughton High School Pupils from Preston schools notched up six medals in the Lancashire School Games. More than 2,000 […]

7 years ago Advertisement Advertisement English Martyr’s Church in Preston to remain open

The church is grade-II listed and costs a lot to upkeep and run Pic: Tony Worrall One of Preston’s largest churches is being brought back under the direct control of […]

7 years ago CCTV picture released in connection with Preston pram theft

Picture of two men released in connection with the incident A baby store in Preston city centre is appealing after the theft of an expensive pram. Baby Boutique in St […]

7 years ago John Thomson to receive honorary fellowship at UCLan graduation ceremony

John Thomson Star of Cold Feet and Fast Show, John Thomson, will be taking to the stage in Preston to collect a prestigious award from the University of Central Lancashire. […]

7 years ago There’s some very good news for those graduating from UCLan

Looking ahead to a good future – latest UCLan figures show positive signs Pic: Paul Melling Those donning the cap and gown during Preston university graduations this week have the […]

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