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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.

Farewell Veronica! Listen as St Matthews councillor reflects on 38 years

Veronica Afrin during her year as Mayor She’s served Preston since 1979 but now one of its most recognisable councillors has decided to call time on her political ambitions. Veronica Afrin, who represents the St Matthews ward, […]

8 years ago
Two men wanted after assault near Preston Minster

Church Street CCTV shows the two men wanted in connection with the incident A Preston man was left with a broken cheekbone after an assault in the city centre. Preston Police have called for witnesses to come forward after the assault near Preston […]

8 years ago
Samantha Bell missing: Could Blackburn woman be in Preston?

Samantha Bell has not been seen since Friday 15 April A missing woman could be in Preston according to police. Samantha Bell, 33, was last seen in Blackburn on Friday afternoon. Blackburn Police say Samantha, who was last seen near […]

8 years ago
New Thai massage and health spa planned for Preston city centre

These two premises in Lune Street would be converted The son of a well-known Lancashire hotelier is planning to open a Thai spa and massage parlour in Preston city centre. Antonio Prada, whose late mother Kathleen ran the Mayfair […]

8 years ago
Advertisement Advertisement Super telescope to allow Prestonians to see galaxy far, far, away

The Planewave telescope, and its unveling by university bosses Preston is now a little bit closer to a galaxy far, far, away with the unveiling of a new super telescope. The Alston Observatory, out towards Grimsargh, has a new […]

8 years ago
Preston Guild Wheel: Vow to protect city cycle route to be debated by council

The Guild Wheel sees more than 100,000 journeys each year Pic: Tony Worrall The route of the Preston Guild Wheel may need to change as major housing developments are built in the North West of the city. Preston City Council’s leader, Peter Rankin, […]

8 years ago
NPAS Warton final flight to be in late August and not April 2017

NPAS Warton will see its propellers turn for a final time in August The date has been set for when the nearest helicopter base to Preston is to be stood down. Preston’s police helicopter – NPAS Warton – is being decommissioned and its […]

8 years ago
Preston to host the Future Sound Music Conference

Music management students are to get the chance to quiz industry experts The future of the music industry is to be debated and showcased at a two-day event in Preston. Musicians, academics and journalists are to gather for the Future Sound Music […]

8 years ago
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