Latest news for Preston, Lancashire. Covering the city and surrounding area this has the latest crime, traffic and travel, politics and other big news affecting the city of Preston.
Police searching for missing Preston man last seen in New Hall LanePolice want to trace a man who was last seen in New Hall Lane. Stephen Garnett, pictured, was last seen on Wednesday 19 June. The 47-year-old has links to Moston, […]
5 years ago Man found dead in back of a car off New Hall LaneA man was found dead in the back of a car off New Hall Lane. Preston Police were called to Beenland Street at 7.50am on Saturday (22 June). Update: Police […]
5 years ago Road closures confirmed for Preston Caribbean Carnival processionPreston is expected to dance to the sound of samba beats during Sunday afternoon. Preston City Council has confirmed which roads will be closed for the city’s 45th Caribbean Carnival […]
5 years ago Fulwood Academy brings in trouble-shooter to help turn it aroundA headteacher tasked with turning round a failing Fulwood school has brought in his right-hand man from his previous school. Andy Haughey has been made vice-principal for behaviour and attendance […]
5 years ago Advertisement Advertisement Prestfest sees two Preston city centre roads closed until Sunday morningTwo Preston city centre streets are being closed during Saturday night’s Prestfest. Taking over the Flag Market means two roads are being closed off for 24-hours. Cheapside and Harris Street […]
5 years ago New Hall Lane side street taped off by policeA heavy police presence has been in place just off New Hall Lane throughout Saturday (22 June) morning. Update: Police have confirmed the body of a man was found Beenland […]
5 years ago Old Tram Bridge was last repaired in 2014Repair work to the now closed Old Tram Bridge last took place in 2014. Campaigners who want Lancashire County Council to reopen the bridge had submitted a Freedom of Information […]
5 years ago Preston personal trainer rows 1,000km for St Catherine’s HospiceA Preston personal trainer spent the month of May rowing over two hours a day to raise money for St Catherineās Hospice. Craig Williamsā efforts on an indoor rowing machine […]
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