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Key places and buildings in Preston which are regularly in the news

Public denied chance to consult on Old Tram Bridge replacements

Designs released for the new bridge over the Ribble Only one design option has been deemed suitable as a replacement for Preston’s Old Tram Bridge – meaning the public will not be able to have their say on a […]

3 weeks ago
Farming protest causing disruption at M6 Junction 31 roundabout

Traffic camera picture of the blocked area. Preston Police are advising people to avoid the area of Brockholes, Tickled Trout, Samlesbury and J31 roundabout off the M6. There is currently a peaceful protest causing traffic disruption in […]

3 weeks ago
Egg rolling tradition returns for 2024 at Avenham and Miller Parks

Children throw eggs down a hill for a previous egg rolling event Pic: Michael Porter Photography Egg rolling – an iconic tradition spanning more than 150 years – is once again scheduled to take place at Avenham and Miller Parks this Easter. Participants are encouraged to […]

3 weeks ago
Kirkham man to flip 226kg tyre 10,000 times on Preston’s Flag Market

Bill Hodgson (left) with Spud Brother, Jacob Nelson and the 226kg tyre. Pic: BP A man from Kirkham is flipping a 226kg tyre 10,000 times on Preston’s Flag Market, in collaboration with The Spud Brothers, to raise funds for vital treatment. Update: Bill has […]

3 weeks ago
Advertisement Advertisement Final designs for Old Tram Bridge replacement unveiled to the public

The final design has been unveiled for the bridge that will replace the former Old Tram Bridge over the River Ribble. The project faces challenges in terms of how far […]

3 weeks ago
Man charged with assault after woman and police officers attacked in Deepdale

Muncaster Road in Deepdale close to Moor Park Pic: Google A man has been charged with four counts of assault after a woman and police officers were attacked. Bailey Wright, 22, of Woodfield, Clayton Brook, has been charged with four […]

3 weeks ago
Preston Makers Market returns for March featuring over 70 local businesses

Secret Industries stall Pic: Preston Makers Market / Facebook The Flag Market will once again be full of local creatives when the Preston Makers Market returns on Saturday 9 March. The market is all about Lancashire talent, with over […]

3 weeks ago
Preston Guild Hall could partially reopen but long-term future far from clear

Preston Guild Hall in Lancaster Road Pic: Blog Preston Preston’s Guild Hall could be partially reopened this year, it has emerged. The immediate future of the venue has been uncertain since it was confirmed back in January that the […]

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