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How an act of kindness in a Preston sandwich shop gave this man the strength to go on

John with Becky (centre) after her act of kindness A Preston man who’s brother is critically ill in Royal Preston Hospital has praised the “compassion and humanity” of a sandwich shop employee. John Swarbrick has been visiting his brother, […]

4 years ago
Preston couple’s brownie baking business goes postal

Carolina and Jamie A Fulwood couple who own BKD, an eco-friendly bakery business, are now branching into postal deliveries to cope with demand. Carolina and Jamie started making brownies as treats for friends […]

4 years ago
Preston university academics recognised for outstanding teaching

Anna Coonan-Byrom and Dr Clive Palmer Two University of Central Lancashire academics have been recognised for their outstanding impact in higher education teaching. Dr Clive Palmer, Senior Lecturer in Sport, PE and the Outdoors, and Anna Coonan-Byrom, […]

4 years ago
Preston woman reignites kids’ clothing business 30 years after her mum started on Preston Market

Katy with her daughter and mum A Preston woman has launched an online children’s boutique, 30 years after her mum started selling kids’ occasion clothing on Preston Market. Katy Sudell, from Ashton, is running Little Misschief […]

4 years ago
Advertisement Advertisement Preston dad releases debut book inspired by his daughter

Chris with son Max and daughter Lucy A Preston dad has released a debut book inspired by his daughter. The title of Chris Bilsborough’s book – Daddy! I Need You! – was a phrase that stuck after […]

4 years ago
Cycling charity set up to honour tragic young cyclist rides on

Lewis Balyckyi A cycling charity set up to honour the life of a promising young cyclist is riding from strength to strength. The Lewis Balyckyi Trust Fund was set up in memory […]

4 years ago
Ashton woman appeals for support to help the homeless this winter

Lynsey Battle and friend An Ashton woman is appealing for donations to help Preston’s homeless people this winter. Lynsey Battle will be giving bags of essentials to the homeless in Preston city centre on […]

4 years ago
Weekend events in Preston, 29 November – 01 December

Christmas tree in Winckley Square Pic: Tony Worrall Looking for something to do this weekend? See our list below for things to do in Preston. Friday 29 November Mini Diggy Stay and PlayDiggy Sticks Woodland Centre CIC, Factory […]

4 years ago
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