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News and information about the area of Ribbleton in Preston, Lancashire. It includes the area known as Brookfield.

Pensioner Leslie Howell dies from injuries after Preston city centre collision

CCTV image released by police, the car at the top is the one police want to speak to A Preston pensioner has died after injuries sustained during a collision in mid-October. Leslie Howell, 91, of Marlhill Crescent, Ribbleton, was readmitted to hospital after surgery and died on Saturday. […]

8 years ago
Deafway supporters beat the chill for charity

A group of 9 volunteers, both Deaf and hearing, are raising funds for Deafway in preparation for the big Ice Climbing Challenge on Friday 4th December. Each participant will be […]

8 years ago
Headstone for pioneering footballer unveiled in Preston Old Cemetery

The campaign to obtain a headstone for Rabbi Howell, the first Romani professional footballer and the first Romani international has succeeded. The new headstone was unveiled at a ceremony in […]

8 years ago
Stonka faces losing licence amid Preston Police allegations of illicit tobacco being sold

Stonka in New Hall Lane faces an uncertain future Pic: Google A convenience store in New Hall Lane faces losing its premises licence amid allegations of selling counterfeit cigarettes. Preston Police have asked for licensing chiefs at the Town Hall to […]

8 years ago
Advertisement Advertisement New Hall Lane revamp sees updated plans solving parking issues

How the revamped New Hall Lane may look at night A new look for a section of New Hall Lane is moving to the next stage as it awaits sign off from Lancashire County Council. Preston City Council says parking […]

8 years ago
Ribbleton affordable homes could be built near Morrisons supermarket

Morrisons in Blackpool Road A plot of new affordable homes could be built in Ribbleton close to the Morrisons supermarket. MCI Developments has tabled plans for former industrial land between the supermarket and the […]

8 years ago
Police have fireworks thrown at them in Ribbleton

Type of fireworks stolen from an address in Preston Preston Police have issued a dispersal order across parts of Ribbleton after officers were attacked with fireworks. Inspector Paul McLernon has appealed for the incidents to stop before “someone is […]

9 years ago
Tributes paid to Anne Parkinson who died in Ribbleton collision

Anne Parkinson The family of an elderly woman who died after a collision involving her mobility scooter have paid tribute to her. Anne Parkinson, 76, from Ribbleton, died on Tuesday after the […]

9 years ago
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