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CCTV images released after man slashed in the face in Friargate attack

Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was slashed in the face in Preston city centre. CCTV pictures have been released after an incident where a 27-year-old man was […]

8 years ago
Preston unemployed football team in latest issue of the Preston Magazine

A cutting from the Lancashire Daily Post of the football team Exploring how Preston had the country’s first football team for the unemployed in the latest issue of the Preston Magazine. A monthly look back at the heritage and history of […]

8 years ago
Grimsargh Wetlands new homes due for approval despite neighbour objections

How the Grimsargh Wetlands may look once the nature reserve is created Twelve homes built on the edge of abandoned reservoirs in a village near Preston have triggered objections from neighbours. Grimsargh Wetlands is to be turned into a nature reserve and […]

8 years ago
How Preston’s university helped former drug addict set up multimedia company

David McCollom who has set up his own multimedia production company A man who battled drug addiction and lost a leg in the process is now enjoying a flourishing business career. David McCollom has set up his own multimedia firm and […]

8 years ago
Advertisement Advertisement Preston fog warning remains in force into Tuesday

Fog hanging over Preston Dock on Monday morning Pic: Anthony Ives The fog is here to stay in Preston for another night at least. Drivers are being warned to take extra care on the roads as a second night of heavy […]

8 years ago
Is the Coca-Cola truck coming to Preston again this year?

The Coca-Cola truck coming to Preston has been a highly popular event in recent years. To some it’s cynical marketing while to others it marks the real beginning of festivities. […]

8 years ago
Aikido dojo officially opens in Winckley Square

Cutting the paper screen at the Dojo A martial art studio has been formally opened in the centre of Preston. The Sakura Dojo operates from the attic of the Ian Cherry accountants in Winckley Square. Sensei Robert […]

8 years ago
1715 Battle of Preston: A chronology of events during the Jacobite uprising – Part 2

NEWSFLASH: November 2nd 3p.m. 1715 – The Jacobites continue their march south.  Jacobites enter Penrith. ‘James III’ proclaimed King. They march via Appleby and Kendal to Lancaster. About 3 o’clock […]

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