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 collisionA 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 charityA 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 CemeteryThe 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 soldA 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 issuesA 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 supermarketA 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 RibbletonPreston 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 collisionThe 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 […]
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