New urban woodland in Penwortham is damaged by vandals

Penwortham

News and information for the area of Penwortham. Although not politically in Preston it is perhaps spiritually. Penwortham is just across the River Ribble from Preston but many Penworthiams class themselves as Prestonians, although they are part of South Ribble Borough Council.

Nine months of work creating an urban wood in Penwortham has been undone by vandals. Diggy Sticks has been preparing to open as a way to re-engage people with their […]

5 years ago Major smoke plume from fire at buildings near former Vernon mill in Penwortham

Smoke has been seen billowing across Penwortham during Sunday afternoon. Emergency services are heading for the scene of what is understood to be a major fire at close to the […]

5 years ago New Longton nursery has playhouse trashed by vandals

A nursery has been left counting the cost after its playhouse was trashed. New Longton under-5s nursery was targeted over the Easter Bank Holiday. The building in Boundary Close had […]

5 years ago Mum of teenager who died in a collision says she will not stop looking for answers

The mum of a teenager who died when he was knocked off his bike in Preston says she has been left with more questions than answers after the inquest into […]

5 years ago Advertisement Advertisement Woman on Penwortham flyover taken to hospital for treatment

A woman who was on the wrong side of the barrier on Penwortham flyover on Tuesday was taken to hospital for treatment. The A59 was closed while police helped the […]

5 years ago Salvatore’s in Penwortham revamp complete

An Italian restaurant has undergone a major refurbishment since the sudden death of its much-loved owner. Salvatore’s in Penwortham has stayed in the family and they say they are ‘here […]

5 years ago Cuerden logistics complex plans already face petition against them

New proposals for Cuerden’s development are already facing criticism. The Limit Cuerden group have launched a petition against the plans from Lancashire County Council. Previously anchored by IKEA the Cuerden […]

5 years ago Penwortham woman to run London Marathon on her birthday for daughter’s playgroup

A Penwortham woman is running the London Marathon on her birthday to raise money for her daughter’s playgroup. Helen Ormerod-Pateman applied for the marathon after seeing it coincided with her […]

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