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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.

Archbishop of York visits Fulwood school

The Archbishop speaking with one of the pupils One of the most senior religious leaders in the country has paid a visit to a Preston school. The Archbishop of York Reverend John Sentamu was in Fulwood during Friday […]

8 years ago
Fulwood Library fight ‘not over’ as Preston MP to call-in closure decision with government

Fulwood library, built in 1939, could soon be closed Proposals to shut more than 100 community buildings in Lancashire including libraries and children’s centres is due to be investigated by the government. Campaigners fighting to save Fulwood Library from […]

8 years ago
Plungington Road closed as cyclist hurt in bus crash

The front windscreen of the bus has been damaged in the collision A cyclist has been hurt after a collision with a bus in Preston. Part of Plungington Road was been closed by Preston Police on Saturday night while they investigated the crash. […]

8 years ago
View from St Walburge’s church spire during Heritage Open Day

Looking towards the city centre from St Walburge's Pic: Benny Mc'Nally This is the view from the tallest church spire in England, on a traditionally gloomy and overcast Preston day. Heritage Open Days have seen buildings throw open their doors for […]

8 years ago
Advertisement Advertisement Cemetery families lobby Preston councillors about enforcement action

A review of Preston Cemetery’s rules is to take place following a petition by families who look after loved one’s graves. The petition follows a number of letters received by […]

8 years ago
From upcycling to savvy surfer workshops: How UCLan’s city centre shop is faring

Lune Street where the UCLan 'shop' will be housed From upcycling workshops to knitting afternoons the University’s city centre shop is becoming busier. Branded as InTheCity the University of Central Lancashire has been expanding its events programme. Technology workshops, […]

8 years ago
TJ Hughes eyeing up a return to Preston

Discount retailer is recruiting for a new Preston store A discount department store could be eyeing up a return to Preston. TJ Hughes closed in the Fishergate Shopping Centre in summer 2011. But now adverts have appeared looking for […]

8 years ago
Preston motorists warned of heavy rain as Southport air show Friday flying cancelled

Preston is being told to prepare for heavy rain Pic: George Thompson Motorists are being advised of hazardous weather conditions during Friday rush hour. The Met Office has issued a warning of heavy rain from Friday afternoon (9 September) across Preston and […]

8 years ago
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