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Celebrating Preston’s strong women for International Women’s Day

A photomontage of Pro-Fit's strong women Becca, Kate and Pat, and trainer Alanis To celebrate International Women’s Day we’re shining a light on some of Preston’s strong women with the help of personal training gym Pro-Fit. These inspirational members and trainer have transformed […]

2 months ago
Final designs for Old Tram Bridge replacement unveiled to the public

The final design has been unveiled for the bridge that will replace the former Old Tram Bridge over the River Ribble. The project faces challenges in terms of how far […]

2 months ago
Man who taught thousands of people in Preston and Penwortham to drive has died

Bill Carroll worked as a driving instructor for four decades Pic: Janette Ashby/Blog Preston Tributes are to be paid following the death of a popular driving instructor from Penwortham. William Henry Carroll, known as Bill, passed away on February 29 aged 85. He ran […]

2 months ago
M6 cannabis bust as police uncover stash in boot at Leyland

The M6 near Junction 28 for Leyland Pic: Google Two people have been charged following a substantial cannabis seizure on the M6. Police stopped a car on the M6 at Leyland in the early hours of Tuesday 5 March and […]

2 months ago
Advertisement Advertisement Crews battle fire at commercial premises in Bamber Bridge

Crews spent over 90 minutes dealing with a fire at an unnamed commercial premises. Lancashire Fire & Rescue Service were called to Club Street, in Bamber Bridge, at around 2pm […]

2 months ago
Preston choir bringing a taste of classical Vienna to Longton

Preston Cecilian Choral Society Preston Cecilian Choral Society is set to perform in Longton. The professionally-led amateur choir will bring Classical Vienna to St Andrew’s Church later this month. The programme will include works […]

2 months ago
Vets in Penwortham and Fulwood play host to UCLan’s first vet students

Katey Middleton, Dylan Fowles, Kate Flintoft, Lucy Storey and with Ernie the dog. Pic: UCLan First-year veterinary students from the University of Central Lancashire have completed work placements across the North West. A total of 53 practices welcomed over 70 students studying Veterinary Medicine and […]

2 months ago
Plans for new Lostock Hall takeaway binned for second time in five months

Proposed Lostock Hall takeaway premises Plans for a new takeaway in Lostock Hall have been binned by councillors for the second time in five months, amid unresolved concerns over a lack of parking for customers. […]

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