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News and information for the area of Penwortham. Although not politically in Preston it is perhaps spiritually. Penwortham is just across the River Ribble from Preston but many Penworthiams class themselves as Prestonians, although they are part of South Ribble Borough Council.

New dry cleaners opening in Penwortham

Franchisee Alison Cannon (left) with business owner Natasha Davies Franchisee Alison Cannon (left) with business owner Natasha Davies A former hair studio in Penwortham is re-opening as an eco-friendly dry cleaners. Mum of three Alison Cannon is taking on […]

7 years ago
Coach House restoration in Hurst Grange Park secures funds

The coach house in Hurst Grange Park dates to the 1850s The coach house in Hurst Grange Park dates to the 1850s An important first step on bringing an abandoned Victorian coach house near Preston into use has been taken. The […]

7 years ago
South Ribble results for the Lancashire County Council 2017 local elections

Counting taking place at Guild Hall Results for the 2017 Lancashire County Council elections will appear below as and when they are announced. You can also follow our live updates […]

7 years ago
Affordable homes could be built in Penwortham

The style of homes which could be built at Hill Road South The style of homes which could be built at Hill Road South Penwortham could see a further 61 new homes built if plans are approved for derelict land. Galiford Try […]

7 years ago
Advertisement Advertisement Longton woman’s candle business is warming up nicely

Sally Bennett is confident she can get her product into major retailers Sally Bennett is confident she can get her product into major retailers A Preston candle-maker is setting her sights on becoming a household name. Sally Bennett, 27, launched Beanmade Candles […]

7 years ago
Driver caught going over double the speed limit just hours after serious crash

Driver caught travelling at 77mph along Blackpool Road. Credit: LancsRoadPolice A driver was caught travelling over double the speed limit just hours after a serious incident on the same road. The car was […]

7 years ago
Men in ski masks attempt to rob petrol station in Penwortham

Images from Preston Police after attempted robbery Police have released CCTV images following an attempt robbery in Penwortham. Men in ski masks, armed with a large knife, tried to rob […]

7 years ago
Where the fight to save Preston and South Ribble libraries is up to

Fulwood library, built in 1939, could soon be closed Fulwood library, built in 1939, closed in September last year The future of libraries closed in Preston and South Ribble could still involve re-opening and re-stocking the shelves with books. Fulwood, […]

7 years ago
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