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.
Ask the leader: Put your questions to Preston City Council leader Peter RankinThis is your chance to put your questions about the city direct to the leader of Preston City Council. Having recently increased his majority in the council chamber, Labour leader […]
13 years ago Caribbean beats and colours to light up Flag Market for Carnival contestThe Flag Market will come alive this weekend with the sounds of the Caribbean as the annual Carnival King and Queen contest. Vibrant costumes and an ability to dazzle the […]
13 years ago Former Victorian school on Moor Lane could become student flatsA former Victorian school on Moor Lane could be converted to make way for more student flats in the area. Appleby House, formerly the St Thomas’s Infant School, takes up […]
13 years ago Police uncover £15,000 of cannabis plants in Ribbleton drugs raidsA crackdown on cannabis growers in the city has led to the arrest of a middle-aged couple and prevented thousands of pounds of drugs from reaching the streets. Police raided […]
13 years agoA new vets could be opening in Ashton if plans are approved by the council. Myerscough Veterinary Group who already run 12 surgeries across Lancashire want to open up a […]
13 years ago Preston haulage firm plan to demolish and re-build Deepdale officesA Preston firm selling haulage vehicles around the world are set to demolish and re-build their head office in the city. MM Acquisitions will knock down the offices on Deepdale […]
13 years ago Re-Fest brings contemporary art to Avenham & Miller ParkLast night a group of performing arts student from the University of Central Lancashire brought their own brand of outdoor contemporary arts to Avenham and Miller Park. It’s not everyday […]
13 years ago Mapped: How local is your local councillor?An investigation for Blog Preston has shown over half of the city’s councillors do not live in the wards they represent. Following the local elections earlier in May the addresses […]
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