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Greek takeaway opens near Preston city centre

A new Greek takeaway has opened in the city. Greekouzina is now serving in Marsh Lane near the University of Central Lancashire campus. Cornering Ladywell Street the takeaway has gone […]

5 years ago Cold Bath Street audiobook goes showbiz with A-list narrator

Award-winning actor Christopher Eccleston is helping to bring Preston-based thriller Cold Bath Street to life by narrating the audiobook. Ex Doctor Who Christopher – who has been nominated for the […]

5 years ago Man accused of murdering Rosie Darbyshire appears in court

The man accused of murdering his girlfriend in Ribbleton has appeared in court. Benjamin Topping, 25, of St George’s Road, Deepdale, spoke only to confirm his name at Preston Magistrates’ […]

5 years ago Storm Erik causes fallen trees across Preston

Fallen trees are being dealt with across Preston in the wake of Storm Erik. Guests of up to 60mph ratted roof tiles across the city from the early hours of […]

5 years ago Advertisement Advertisement Lea Road delays expected due to railway bridge works

Motorists in Lea are being warned of delays due to work on a railway bridge. The Great North Rail Project has warned that Lea Road has been reduced to a […]

5 years ago Shankly Hotel back Sir Tom Finney Preston Soccer Centre

The owners of a new multi-million pound hotel scheme in Preston city centre have announced they are sponsoring a city-based football charity. The Shankly Hotel group will be backing the […]

5 years ago Watch as car goes up in flames at Lane Ends

A car has burst into flames at a busy Preston junction. Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service were called to Lane Ends shortly after 6.15pm on Friday (8 February). Drinkers in […]

5 years ago Time to talk about Freda – inside Age Concern’s befriending service

Thursday 7 February is Time to Talk Day 2019 – and I’d like to talk about Freda. Freda lives in Plungington. She’s 94 years old, and she’s housebound. She lives […]

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