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.
Updated plans for 139 houses on former Ribbleton Hospital site
A planning application has been submitted seeking approval for 139 new dwellings in Ribbleton. The former hospital site plans are looking for access from Miller Road and Sandycroft. The access […]
This morning (Wednesday, 20 January) flood warnings were upgraded on River Ribble at Walton-le-Dale and Samlesbury as Storm Christoph continues. Read more: Flood warnings upgraded on River Ribble at Walton-le-Dale […]
Two flood warnings have been put in place along the River Ribble in Preston due to Storm Christoph. ‘Immediate action is required’ at two of the locations on the river: […]
Plans have been approved for the former Baffito’s restaurant to become a care home. However, it has been approved as long as it meets conditions such as: a time limit […]
The majority of areas in Preston and South Ribble have seen a rise in Covid-19 cases over the last week (8 to 14 January). The largest increases in the 22 […]
Former Ingol ward Liberal Democrat councillor (2003-2015), Peter Pringle, sadly died on Tuesday (19 January). He leaves behind a wife, Patricia. Peter was highly invested in his community and did […]
Plans for 37 new houses in Grimsargh have been submitted. The new development will include 76 extra car parking spaces. There will be a mixture of two, three and four […]
A planning application has been submitted to create a huge new education centre as part of the Phoenix Park masterplan. Plans, which were validated this week by the city council, […]