News and information about the area of Ribbleton in Preston, Lancashire. It includes the area known as Brookfield.
Man rescued from roof in RibbletonFirefighters were called to bring a man down from a roof in Ribbleton on Sunday afternoon. Crews, along with Lancashire Police, were called to the junction of Acregate Lane and […]
9 years ago In pictures and video: VJ Day 70th Anniversary 2015 in PrestonToday, people gathered at The Memorial in Preston Cemetery to commemorate the Victory over Japan Day. The Preston District Veterans Council Chaplain, Canon Timothy Lipscomb, led the service, joined by Colonel Bernard […]
9 years ago VJ Day to be marked in Preston 70 years since fighting endedMilitary veterans will pause to mark the moment the Second World War ended. Victory over Japan Day is to be marked on Saturday 15 August and the men of Preston […]
9 years ago Moor Nook bus service to finish earlier after Stagecoach cut timetableA bus service to Moor Nook has been cut back with an earlier last bus. The Number 9, operated by Stagecoach, will now run until 9.15pm instead of 11.15pm. Rob […]
9 years ago Advertisement Advertisement Ribbleton brothel: Three Romanian men charged following human trafficking raidsThree men suspected of running a brothel and trafficking in women from Europe have been charged. Police raided a property in Longworth Street and found four women they suspect have […]
9 years ago Preston parks retain their Green Flag qualityFive parks in Preston have retained their green flag status as being outstanding spaces in the city. Avenham Park, Miller Park, Grange Park, Haslam Park and Fishwick nature reserve all scooped the […]
9 years ago Quick Shop in Ribbleton faces objections to application to sell alcoholA convenience shop in Ribbleton has applied to be able to sell alcohol but faces objections from those living nearby. Quick Shop in Ribbleton Avenue wants to be able to […]
9 years ago Three men arrested during human trafficking investigationThree men have been arrested from an address in Ribbleton as part of an ongoing investigation into human trafficking and sexual exploitation. The men who are believed to be connected […]
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