A lot has happened in Preston over the last seven days. Fulwood and Walton-le-Dale saw the closure and opening of coronavirus testing centres, and The Living City project launched its […]
4 years ago Preston woman runs 200km to raise money for Alzheimer’s Research UKA woman from Preston has completed a 200km challenge called Running Down Dementia. Katrina Taylor covered the distance from Preston to Coventry over 50 days to raise money for Alzheimer’s […]
4 years ago Play areas in Preston’s parks to reopen as lockdown restrictions easePlay areas in many of Preston’s parks will start to reopen from today (Saturday 4 July) as the government continues to ease lockdown restrictions. Avenham Park, Moor Park, Ashton Park […]
4 years ago Funding granted to refurbish Haslam Park playgroundThe Friends of Haslam Park have secured over £40,000 to refurbish the children’s playground in the park. The group has recently had a bid for a £30,000 grant approved by […]
4 years ago Advertisement Advertisement Watch as heavy rain causes flooding along Preston Guild WheelHeavy rain has caused flooding at various points along the Guild Wheel, including at Haslam Park, Savick Brook and the River Ribble. Lisa Brown was out on the Guild Wheel […]
5 years ago How this secret sign-maker is making Prestonians smileA secret sign-maker has popped up in Preston. The mystery maker goes by the name @vews_one on Instagram. Their bio simply states: “To Get Your Attention Makes Me Smile.” The […]
5 years ago Memorial bench placed in Haslam Park in tribute to personal trainer who diedA new bench has been installed in Haslam Park in memory of Steven Wardle. The father-of-two drowned in the pond in the park after going for a late night run […]
5 years ago Six Preston parks keep the green flag flyingPreston’s parks have been recognised once again for their glorious views, flowers and upkeep. The latest Green Flag Awards sees Preston City Council keeping the green flag flying at five […]
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