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How Preston North End’s record-setting night with Fulham sits in their spot-kick history book

Fulham must have had a nice time on that journey home Preston North End historian Martin Atherton was the man with the knowledge after a memorable night at Deepdale. Shame about the follow-up… North End’s never-ending penalty shoot-out versus Fulham certainly […]

2 weeks ago
‘Immediate reform of leadership’: Preston North End fan groups write open letter to Craig Hemmings

Deepdale Stadium. Credit: Blog Preston Two groups representing Preston North End supporters have called for ‘immediate reform’ at Deepdale as the debate over whether the club is stable or stagnant continues. While director Peter Ridsdale […]

2 weeks ago
The Jeffrey Monakana interview: Leaving Arsenal, Westley, Baluga and being snubbed for the Blackpool derby

Jeffrey Monakana in his time at Brighton. Credit: James Boyes Jeffrey Monakana made more appearances for Preston North End than he did any other club. Moving from Arsenal in search of first team football, at a time when Graham Westley […]

3 weeks ago
Bamber Bridge dad-of-two aims to raise £5,000 in memory of beloved goddaughter

Dan's beloved goddaughter Sophie. A dad of two from Bamber Bridge is aiming to raise £5,000 in memory of his beloved goddaughter. Dan Paton is pushing the boundaries to fundraise for Sophie Moolman who […]

3 weeks ago
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Preston North End’s Community and Education Trust wins £100k contract to get Preston in shape

Participants in the healthy weight programme. Pic: Preston City Council Hundreds of people are set to benefit from a new healthy weight service provided by Preston North End Community and Education Trust. The charitable arm of PNE football club has […]

4 weeks ago
National Football Museum community project to create giant scarf and celebrate Preston’s rich history

An innovative scheme to help bring people together and celebrate the city’s rich footballing history has been announced featuring a unique fusion of sport and stitches.    The Giant Scarf […]

4 weeks ago
Lostock Hall man completes seven Ironman challenges

Matthew on the finishing podium in Nice. A man from Lostock Hall has raised £2,500 for Rosemere Cancer Foundation by completing seven ‘Ironman’ events. He decided to raise the funds after losing two family members and a […]

1 month ago
New issue of The Nose Bag to feature Jeffrey Monakana interview, history of PNE and penalties and Bamber Bridge campaign update

The Nose Bag issue 23 coming soon The new issue of Preston North End fanzine The Nose Bag is now ready for pre-order. Issue 22 of the quarterly magazine, pulled together with support from Rhodes Carpets and […]

1 month ago
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