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Strong winds to hit Preston and Lancashire this Sunday

A windy Preston Docks Pic: Paul Melling The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning, with strong winds expected across Preston this Sunday. From 6pm on Sunday 30 January to 12 noon on Monday 31 January, […]

3 years ago
City Deal chief to leave Lancashire County Council

Stephen Young on site at Cuerden A senior county council officer has announced that he is leaving his job for a new position at Halton Borough Council. Executive Director of Growth, Environment, Transport and Community Services […]

3 years ago
Lancashire County Council approves New Deal for Greater Lancashire devolution plans

A carpet of daffodils in Cottam Pic: Tony Worrall Council leaders have approved plans for a county deal that will see local powers take control of regional funding and decision-making. Our New Deal for a Greater Lancashire identifies areas […]

3 years ago
Leyland vehicle museum cuts opening hours and closes cafe

British Commercial Vehicle Museum Pic: Google A loss of visitors and rising running costs have forced the British Commercial Vehicle Museum to cut winter opening hours and close the on-site cafe. The change at the Leyland museum will […]

3 years ago
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Leyland Trucks celebrates long-term employees at awards bash

Leyland Trucks has recognised over 65 long-term workers with 2,295 years of service at a Park Hall Hotel awards bash. The Leyland Trucks Long Service Awards celebrated over 65 employees, […]

3 years ago
Lancashire County Council confirm bus service arrangements for Christmas

Buses lining up at Preston Bus Station Pic: 70023venus2009 Lancashire Council has warned residents to check bus times before travelling over Christmas. There will be no buses running in Lancashire on Christmas Day. But on Boxing Day and New […]

3 years ago
Corporation Street road closure extended due to carriageway sand deposits

Preston road users must wait until February 2022 for the Corporation Street road closure to end, according to Lancashire County Council. The council said the extension was necessary after discovering […]

3 years ago
Queen Street speed sign mistake prompts drivers to go 50mph in 30 zone

Police today switched off a traffic sign displaying the incorrect speed on Preston’s Queen Street. This morning (Thursday 16 December), the remote control sign prompted road users to drive 50mph […]

3 years ago
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