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Preston City Centre

The city centre includes the administrative and main shopping areas of the city. The city’s law courts are found here, police station, town hall and of course Preston Bus Station. The electoral ward is known as Town Centre despite the change to city status.

Cassandra’s Cafe goes into liquidation

Cassandra's closed down in January Observant Prestonians passing through Guild Hall Arcade may have noticed the closure of yet another business in the city. Once popular cafe and sandwich bar Cassandra’s has sadly buttered its […]

11 years ago
Building society Nationwide on the move in the city centre

A building society will be moving to a brand new branch on a major shopping street in Preston. Nationwide have confirmed they will leave their base at 91 Fishergate and […]

11 years ago
Winckley Square regeneration moves a step closer with funding award

Winckley Square is a haven for office workers during the summer lunchtimes Plans to revive and protect Winckley Square’s heritage have moved a step closer. The Heritage Lottery Fund have granted £22,500 to the project which wants to bid for £1 million […]

11 years ago
Illegal workers arrested in Preston

Two illegal workers were discovered by Home Office immigration enforcement officers in Preston this week. Working on a tip off UK Border Agency officers paid a visit to popular student […]

11 years ago
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Lunchtime traffic chaos in city centre

Part of Preston City Centre was brought to a standstill today by thoughtless van drivers enjoying Tuesdays car boot sale. Traffic, including many heavy goods vehicles, taxis and cars blocked […]

11 years ago
Updated: Police close off part of Preston car park after alleged sexual assault

Updated at 7.41pm: Lancashire Police have launched an investigation into an alleged sexual assault in a Preston car park. The Market Street car park was cordoned off as detectives investigate […]

11 years ago
Preston Volunteer Treasure Hunt 2014

Are you interested in volunteering, want to help people and have fun? The Preston Volunteer Treasure Hunt arranged by Age Concern Central Lancashire gives you the opportunity to hunt for […]

11 years ago
Preston grill restaurant Sticky Chops closed down?

Sticky Chops. Another casualty of the current financial climate? If you are popping into the city for a quick bite to eat and fancy a great burger or grilled chicken […]

11 years ago
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