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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.

Dressing for success

Ladies First Group are hosting an exclusive event for women a week today. The ‘Dressing for Success’ event will allow ladies from all over Lancashire to be treated to a […]

14 years ago
The Birds on the Ribble Estuary

The Ribble estuary in October - A Great White Heron, three Shelducks, and further afield flocks of ducks. October is the month the Ribble estuary harbours influxes of migratory birds. This article examines Shelducks and Swans who inhabit river estuaries across the country alongside a huge variety of avians. Read on to discover why the Ribble's estuary and nature reserve is a great place worth visiting all year round.

14 years ago
Camper van fire in Preston City Centre

Emergency services were called this afternoon to tackle a camper van on fire on Corporation Street. Police officers closed roads around the scene causing some localised traffic problems. Lancashire Police […]

14 years ago
Preston versus Litter: Who wins? You decide

Surrounded by heart red balloons, big poster pinups of local sports celebrities and volunteers in ‘ I Love Preston’ t-shirts handing shoppers with recyclable brown bags that boldly read ‘ […]

14 years ago
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Local campaigners rally against closure of mental health unit

Angry local campaigners rallied against the planned closure of the Avondale Unit at the Flag Market on Saturday. The rally, planned by Save the Avondale For Everyone (SAFE), protested against the […]

14 years ago
News from They Eat Culture: Opportunities for young people

The Continental still has a few places left on their two day ‘No Drama’ workshop, starting tomorrow. It gives 11-16 year olds the chance to create their own piece of theatre from […]

14 years ago
PNE hang-on for thrilling win against Crystal Palace

Preston North End picked up three vital points against fellow strugglers Crystal Palace, mainly thanks to Jon Parkin’s brace of goals in a thrilling encounter. The striker, affectionately known as ‘the […]

14 years ago
Huge job losses expected in Lancashire Police

ALL community support officers have been told that their jobs could disappear as soon as March 2011. Lancashire Police currently employs 409 Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs), and every one […]

14 years ago
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