Walking is a great way to keep fit and see things you would otherwise miss. Preston is full of historic buildings, parks and an attractive river. Access from public transport […]
2 years ago New Penwortham footbridge by River Ribble is openA new Penwortham footbridge that crosses a stream on the south bank of the River Ribble is open. Work began on the new timber footbridge in February this year. The old […]
2 years ago ‘Act now’ flood warning for River Ribble at SamlesburyPeople are being urged to ‘act now’ as land near Samlesbury is set for flooding. Levels are forecast to rise on the River Ribble due to heavy rainfall. Read more: […]
2 years ago Work to replace Penwortham footbridge by River Ribble beginsWork to replace a Penwortham footbridge by the River Ribble has started. In 2020, Lancashire County Council set aside £201,250 after receiving an extra £15.9m from the Department for Transport […]
2 years ago Advertisement Advertisement Bomb disposal on the scene as World War II grenade found in Walton-le-DaleA grenade from World War II has been found in Walton-le-Dale. Two members of the public found the grenade with a metal detector by the River Ribble at the bottom […]
2 years ago Preston residents urged to submit Old Tram Bridge replacement designsPreston residents can win a £1,000 cash prize for submitting designs for a new bridge over the River Ribble. A campaigner has launched a competition inviting residents to produce a […]
2 years ago Flood warnings and alerts as Preston and South Ribble hit with heavy rainfallAs heavy rain continues to batter Preston and South Ribble, flood warnings and alerts have been put in place. There is a flood warning for River Ribble at Samlesbury, around […]
2 years ago Preston police officers up for bravery awards after saving man from River RibbleTwo police officers who saved a drowning man from the River Ribble at Preston during a storm are up for bravery awards. Lancashire officers PC Jamie Milburn and PC Christopher […]
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