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Preston and Lancashire councils fly flags to mark Independence Day of Ukraine

Two Preston council buildings have today flown Ukrainian flags in a show of solidarity with the war-torn nation on its Independence Day. Today (Wednesday, 24 August), Ukraine celebrates its 30th […]

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Penwortham artist to exhibit at Southport Flower Show

Shiryn Wynter A prestigious flower show has invited a local artist to create new work for a solo exhibition later this month. From 18 to 21 August, Penwortham artist Shiryn Wynter Art […]

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Award-winning Preston author to attend crime writing festival in London

A Preston author who won the Joffe Books Prize for Crime Writers of Colour in 2021 will attend a prestigious writing festival this autumn. Debut author Christie J Newport, whose […]

2 years ago
UCLan doctor lands two Queen’s awards for voluntary service

A senior UCLan academic has received two Queen’s awards after volunteering as an emergency service worker. UCLan’s Dr Tim Sanders, a senior clinical lecturer in rural medicine, received the Queen’s […]

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Advertisement Advertisement Autistic Preston author publishes young adult book

An autistic Preston author has released a revised edition of a young adult book, complete with his own illustrations. With the support of the Autism Initiatives team at Braid Close […]

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Lostock Hall girl lands ‘active citizenship’ award for Ukraine fundraising efforts

A five-year-old South Ribble girl who made ‘Stand with Ukraine’ mugs to support the relief effort has landed a national award for her fundraising. Eden Buckley, who lives in Lostock Hall and attends Farington […]

2 years ago
Preston’s Quuwatul Islam mosque celebrates Lancashire public services

A local mosque has shown its appreciation for the work undertaken by county services during the Covid-19 pandemic. The Quuwatul Islam mosque in Preston hosted a ‘star-studded’ event to celebrate […]

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Preston Vocational Centre celebrates award-winning construction stars

A local training centre has thrown an awards night to celebrate the successes of students learning construction skills. On 5 July, Preston Vocational Centre (PVC) awarded trophies and a fully […]

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