This category relates to all things to do with the people of Preston.
Tributes as Preston jazz legend Harold Salisbury diesTributes are flooding in for Preston jazz legend Harold Salisbury, who has died aged 92. The family confirmed the news on Facebook, saying: “We are very sad to announce that […]
3 months ago Tributes to popular Preston man who made ‘massive contribution’ to Sunday league footballTributes have been paid to Preston man Anthony (Tony) Dilworth, who died on Christmas Eve. Described as “well known, well liked and hugely respected by everyone who met him”, Tony […]
3 months ago Lorry at Leyland Trucks is donated to vehicle museumKatherine Fletcher, MP for South Ribble, visited Leyland Trucks this month and signed the last DAF LF lorry which is being donated to the British Commercial Vehicle Museum. The truck […]
3 months ago Tireless nurse from Royal Preston Hospital recognised at awards ceremonyA consultant nurse at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has been recognised for her work at the RCN awards in Liverpool. Anu Thomas, Consultant Nurse and Clinical Lead for […]
3 months ago Advertisement Advertisement Wigan Warriors visit cancer patients at Royal Preston Hospital in touching traditionPlayers from Wigan Warriors visited cancer patients at Rosemere Cancer Centre’s in-patient Ribblesdale Ward on December 22, giving out Christmas presents and spreading festive cheer. The Superleague champions have visited […]
3 months ago Sir Bill Beaumont among those with links to Preston and surrounding areas on New Year Honours ListSeveral people with links to Preston and surrounding areas feature in this year’s New Years Honours List. Sir Bill Beaumont, the Chair of World Rugby who was born in Chorley, […]
3 months ago ‘Sombre and moving’ guard of honour outside Chorley Police Station for senior officer Peter LawsonHundreds of police officers created a “sombre and moving” guard of honour outside Chorley Police Station ahead of the funeral of Assistant Chief Constable Peter Lawson. The service followed the […]
3 months ago Preston history buff launches new Facebook group to help uncover more stories from the pastA new Facebook group has launched to help people learn about the history of Preston and get involved in uncovering more stories from the past. The man behind the venture […]
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