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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.

Broughton’s Beer and Pie Festival begins

Enjoying a drink Pic: James Roberts Enjoying a drink Pic: James Roberts More than 30 ales and ciders are being drunk in Broughton as its annual beer festival returns. Broughton Beer and Pie Festival is on […]

6 years ago
Inside the marquee as Oktoberfest comes to Preston

A view inside the beer hall on Friday afternoon Pic: Benny Mc'Nally/Preston Chatterbox A view inside the beer hall on Friday afternoon Pic: Benny Mc’Nally/Preston Chatterbox A taste of Bavaria has come to Preston as the city’s first Oktoberfest takes place. The Flag […]

6 years ago
New speed limit for Broughton planned from April

A 20mph zone in Broughton Pic: Paul Melling The 20mph zone will run through the centre of Broughton Pic: Paul Melling Bringing in 20mph speed limits to Broughton has been approved. With the opening of James Towers Way […]

6 years ago
Wizarding sessions coming to Preston for families and kids

The wizard and magic school in full flow The wizard and magic school in full flow Families are invited to immerse themselves in a Harry Potter-type world of wizarding. An interactive Halloween event is taking place at a […]

6 years ago
Advertisement Advertisement Preston Docks road reopens after crash near McDonalds

Police vehicle in Mariner's Way with damage to its front Pic: Antony White Police vehicle in Mariner’s Way with damage to its front Pic: Antony White The main road along Preston’s Docks had been closed following a crash. A BMW X5 is involved […]

6 years ago
Preston retains consultants to aid city centre redevelopment plans

St Joseph's Orphanage has stood empty for years Pic: scrappynw St Joseph’s Orphanage is a key site earmarked for redevelopment Pic: scrappynw A consultant is being retained to help Preston City Council decide how the city should be redeveloped. Cushman […]

6 years ago
Fireworks display details for Penwortham confirmed

Fireworks over Middleforth Green Pic: Tony Worrall Fireworks over Middleforth Green Pic: Tony Worrall Penwortham’s annual free fireworks display is returning once more. Sunday 5 November sees the Bonfire Night spectacular back at Pear Tree Park. Put […]

6 years ago
Teenager charged in connection with Penwortham flashing

Manor Lane has seen increased police patrols Pic: Google Manor Lane has seen increased police patrols Pic: Google A 16-year-old from Preston has been charged in connection with two flashing incidents. South Ribble Police confirmed the male arrested on […]

6 years ago
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