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Underpass finally re-opens as flooding woes come to an end

A well-used underpass in Preston which was closed due to persistent flooding has now reopened. The tunnel on Darkinson Lane in Lea was constructed as part of the £206m link road scheme, […]

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Shoplifter jailed after thefts reported from Next and Ann Summers

A shoplifter has been jailed after breaching an order preventing her from entering shops in Preston City Centre. Officers from Lancashire Constabulary were called to Next and Ann Summers on […]

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Two major Preston office blocks sold with one likely to become apartments

Norwest Court, in the foreground, and Guildhall House further up Guildhall Street have been bought for development Pic: Google Two city office blocks running between Guildhall Street and Cannon Street have been sold. TSS Property, who already own a number of other former office blocks in the city, have […]

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Cricket to return to Moor Park a year after night-time vandalism ripped up wickets

Damage at Moor Park in 2024 Cricket is to make a return to Preston’s Moor Park later this summer – a year after vandals stopped play. The two wickets at the site were ripped up in […]

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Teenager Patrick Sawicki lost control of bike before fatal motorbike crash

Patrick Sawicki Pic: Preston Police A young mechanic died after losing control of his motorbike, an inquest heard. Patrick Sawicki, better known as Pat, crashed while riding along Navigation Way on December 8. He was […]

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Longton family event this Easter for Rosemere Cancer Foundation

A woman from Preston is organising a family event in Longton this Easter to raise money for Rosemere Cancer Foundation. Linda Sanders, owner of the town’s Orchid Cafe Bar, and […]

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Exhibition at SHOP Preston to showcase five artists as they transition from education to industry

A painting from the Us exhibition at SHOP An exhibition at SHOP in Preston is set to showcase the work of five artists and their transition from educational artistry into recognised artists within the industry. The small group […]

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Fire crews called to Winckley Square to make home of Edith Rigby safe

The fire service at Winckley Square on 14 April Fire crews were called to a historic property in Preston during Monday lunchtime over concerns it was causing a danger to the public. The former Winckley Square home of Edith […]

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