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
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
An all-girls walking and social group has been set up in Preston as a social space for âthe girls, gays and theysâ. Grace Gudgeon is the founder of ‘Girls Who […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 âFriends of Foxtonâ appeal. The […]