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News and information for the Avenham area of Preston City Centre which includes Winckley Square, Avenham and Miller Parks and the surrounding streets. Winckley Square is a designated conservation area.

Avenham man given Preston city centre shop ban for candle and fragrance thefts

Leroy Colecozy A prolific shoplifter has been banned from retail parks and shops across Preston. Leroy Colecozy is to spend three and a half months in prison for the theft of candles […]

1 week ago
Local artist’s new work capturing spirit of Preston to go on display in city restaurant

Prestonia by Kathryn Alice Art Local artist Kathryn Alice Art has captured the spirit of Preston in a new work for Aven Restaurant. Lancashire Artist of the Year Kathryn has unveiled the illustration, titled Prestonia, […]

2 weeks ago
Local elections 2025: Preston City in profile as long-standing councillor who defected from Labour faces six-way fight

Three of the Preston City candidates gave their thoughts on why you should vote for them Preston City will see six candidates compete for the publics vote in this years upcoming local election – as a defected Labour candidate holds the seat. Current county councillor Yousuf […]

3 weeks ago
Women’s walking and social group creates community for young women in Preston

Girls Who Walk Preston group An all-girls walking and social group has been set up in Preston as a social space for “the girls, gays and theys”.  Grace Gudgeon is the founder of ‘Girls Who […]

3 weeks ago
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Stereos and loudspeakers seized in Avenham noise crackdown

Avenham Lane Pic: Google Residents in Avenham have seen Preston City Council take action against persisted noise nuisance, with seizure of noise-making equipment from a property in Avenham Lane. This follows numerous complaints from […]

3 weeks ago
Reform UK candidate and Preston City Council in row over egg rolling attendance

Luke Parker and a Preston City Council worker exchange words at the egg rolling event Preston City Council has become embroiled in a row with a Reform candidate after he set up a pop-up banner at the city’s egg rolling event. Luke Parker, who is […]

4 weeks ago
Preston Egg Rolling 2025 weather forecast with 95 per cent chance of heavy rain

Rain jackets and wellies will be a must-have for egg rolling Pic: Michael Porter Photography Preston’s traditional egg rolling is taking place on Bank Holiday Monday (21 April) in Avenham and Miller Park. Come rain or shine there will be thousands of people preparing to […]

4 weeks ago
Foxton asks businesses for financial support to ensure future of charity

Foxton, a Preston charity, is asking businesses to pledge financial support and help ensure the future of its vital services. They have launched a new ‘Friends of Foxton’ appeal. The […]

1 month ago
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