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Longton & New Longton

The villages of Longton and New Longton, which are to the south of Preston on the A59 and in the borough of South Ribble

Review: Lunch and playtime at this very family friendly South Ribble cafe

B went off to play whilst I browsed the menu and ordered. Breakfast is served until 11.30am, and there’s something for everyone on the menu with great kids options and a […]

1 week ago
South Ribble residents asked for budget ideas as maximum council tax rise planned

South Ribble Borough Council Pic: Ian Greig South Ribble Borough Council is inviting residents to contribute to its budget plans as it proposes to increase its council tax share by the maximum amount. The authority plans to […]

3 weeks ago
£5 per year increase for garden waste bin in South Ribble

South Ribble Borough Council building. Pic: South Ribble Council The charge for South Ribble residents to have their garden waste collected is set to increase by £5 per year. Locals who opt in to the brown bin scheme will […]

4 weeks ago
Lace up and join in: Your guide to 2025 running events in and around Preston

Start line for the City of Preston 10k 2024 Pic: Blog Preston 2025 is shaping up to be a great year for running enthusiasts in and around Preston. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or starting out on your journey, there are plenty […]

1 month ago
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Ski coach completes 24-hour run challenge in honour of dad’s cancer battle

Ski instructor Ash and daughter Riley A Longton ski coach whose dad has lung cancer completed a gruelling 24 hour running challenge to raise money for Rosemere Cancer Foundation. Ashley Morton swapped ski boots for trainers […]

2 months ago
Review: Enjoying a festive feast at Happy Bunnies in Longton

One of my first-ever reviews for Blog Preston was at Happy Bunnies in Longton when quirky afternoon teas presented on weird and wonderful things were becoming a thing. Ten years […]

2 months ago
Residents across South Ribble could get wheelie bin to replace little box for cardboard and paper

Bin lorry South Ribble residents could get a wheelie bin for their cardboard and paper waste to replace the box they currently use. A South Ribble Borough Council meeting heard the authority […]

2 months ago
Tributes to well-loved football coach Paul Fiddler killed after tree falls in storm in Longton

Paul Fiddler Tributes have been paid to a man in his 40s who was killed after a tree fell on his van in Longton. Police were called to the A59 at Longton, […]

2 months ago
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