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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.

Neighbours celebrate Violet in Larches turning 101

Violet Fortt celebrating her day. Pic: Emma Caffrey The Community Hub at Larches held a milestone birthday celebration. Around 20 local residents got together to celebrate Violet Fortt’s 101st birthday, with balloons, cake and party food. Violet is […]

13 hours ago
Cyclist rushed to hospital after 1am crash at Golden Way

A general view of Golden Way over Liverpool Road A man was rushed to hospital after a serious collision this morning in Penwortham. Police were called at 12.52am today (28 March) to Golden Way, Penwortham – near to Liverpool Road […]

16 hours ago
Work at St David’s Church site in Ashton-on-Ribble begins

Work has started on St David’s Church in Eldon Street after it was demolished following a fire. It’s thought that the site will be turned into a supported living development after […]

17 hours ago
Problematic Grimsargh bridge set to be widened under pinch point plans

Skew Bridge, Grimsargh A bridge is set to be widened as part of plans to unclog a highway pinch point on the outskirts of Preston. The Skew Bridge, on Preston Road in Grimsargh, […]

18 hours ago
Advertisement Advertisement Golden Way in Penwortham closed through the night after crash

Blue light from a police car Pic: South Ribble Police A key road through Penwortham was closed this morning after a crash in the early hours of the morning. Police were called to the scene of a crash at around […]

19 hours ago
Preston supermarket opening hours for Easter Bank Holiday 2024

Asda Fulwood Easter Bank Holiday weekend is just a few days away and you might use this time to spend time with those closest to you. Whether this is making a Sunday […]

1 day ago
Photographer uncovers pictures of Preston Market not seen for 40 years

A Market trader posing for a photo in 1981 Pic: Chris Darley Pictures of Preston Market not seen for more than 40 years have been uncovered. City photographer Chris Darley found negatives when having a clear out and decided it was time […]

1 day ago
Egg hunt to celebrate 20 years of Preston being a Fairtrade City

Knitted Egg An egg hunt is taking place to celebrate 20 years of Preston being a Fairtrade City. 15 knitted Easter eggs have been placed at different city centre businesses – all […]

1 day ago
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