This category relates to all things to do with wildlife and conservation in Preston.
‘Hedgehog highways’ call for all new South Ribble developments
All new housing estates should come complete with “hedgehog highways” to reduce the number of the creatures being killed on the road. That is the call from a South Ribble […]
The Environment Agency (EA) has told residents of a flood-prone Chorley village that the dam installed to protect their homes cannot operate any quicker – because it would actually put […]
Six Preston parks have received the Green Flag Awards for being high quality green spaces. Preston City Council retained the award for Avenham and Miller Parks, Ashton Park, Fishwick local […]
Preston City Council has pledged to reduce its reliance on a controversial weedkiller which is currently used to treat parks, pavements and roads in its patch. The herbicide glyphosate was […]
Do you manage to sort out your items and not chuck the gungy ready-meal tray or greasy pizza box in the recycling bins? This would risk contaminating a whole load […]
Firefighters dealt with an unusual callout during Tuesday’s hot weather. Penwortham Fire Station sent a crew to Savick Brook after a cow was spotted being stuck in the water. Animal […]
Steps at the ever popular Nicky Nook are being repaired by Lancashire County Council. The footpath at the Higher Lane access on the eastern side of Nicky Nook hill at […]
To celebrate National Children’s Gardening Week, Barton Grange Garden Centre is hosting two special workshops to encourage kids to explore the natural world. On Thursday 1 June, there is a Make […]