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An extended deadline for the grade-II listed building to be repaired has been met, say the city council.
Workmen have been seen on the premises in Winckley Square in recent days. 🚧🚧🚧
Workmen have been seen on the premises in Winckley Square in recent days. 🚧🚧🚧
Edith Rigby House repair works are beginning – Blog Preston
<p>Deadline met after Preston City Council put an urgent works notice in place</p>
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November 26, 2025 at 4:10 PM
An extended deadline for the grade-II listed building to be repaired has been met, say the city council.
Workmen have been seen on the premises in Winckley Square in recent days. 🚧🚧🚧
Workmen have been seen on the premises in Winckley Square in recent days. 🚧🚧🚧
Harley and Jacob Nelson said the inspiration for the Christmas campaign - to help those affected by dementia - came from when a couple visited the tram on the Flag Market near the end of a shift. 💙🙌🥔
SpudBros and Our Dementia Choir team up for Christmas single and campaign – Blog Preston
<p>The TikTok sensations took inspiration from a clip posted of a couple being served at the tram</p>
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November 26, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Harley and Jacob Nelson said the inspiration for the Christmas campaign - to help those affected by dementia - came from when a couple visited the tram on the Flag Market near the end of a shift. 💙🙌🥔
A coffee shop and breakfast spot in Preston will close its doors for the last time today
Bob & Berts in Preston to close its doors due to not enough customers – Blog Preston
<p>Staff affected by the closure have been offered the chance to transfer to nearby stores at Lancaster or Blackpool, which some have done. </p>
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November 26, 2025 at 2:06 PM
A coffee shop and breakfast spot in Preston will close its doors for the last time today
One of Chorley’s most popular restaurants is planning to add more outdoor seating in the form of two clear pods.
Retreat Adlington adding glass dome outdoor seating in latest improvement at former church – Blog Preston
<p>A decision will be made in due course by Chorley Borough Council.</p>
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November 26, 2025 at 12:02 PM
One of Chorley’s most popular restaurants is planning to add more outdoor seating in the form of two clear pods.
More than two hours of entertainment and fun on the Flag Market for the annual Christmas lights switch on.
And the SpudBros announcing their team up with the Dementia Choir too. 💙🎄🙌
And the SpudBros announcing their team up with the Dementia Choir too. 💙🎄🙌
In pictures: Preston’s Christmas lights switch on 2025 with Flag Market fun – Blog Preston
<p>More than two hours of music, fun and a Spud Bros announcement too as they team up with the Dementia Choir</p>
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November 26, 2025 at 11:16 AM
More than two hours of entertainment and fun on the Flag Market for the annual Christmas lights switch on.
And the SpudBros announcing their team up with the Dementia Choir too. 💙🎄🙌
And the SpudBros announcing their team up with the Dementia Choir too. 💙🎄🙌
The dash - just under three miles - takes place this Saturday and is part of Longridge Does Christmas festive fun in the town 🎅🎅🎅
Longridge Santa Dash returns for a second year – date, start time and price for a place – Blog Preston
<p>The Santa Dash is part of three days of fun for Longridge Does Christmas</p>
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November 26, 2025 at 10:20 AM
The dash - just under three miles - takes place this Saturday and is part of Longridge Does Christmas festive fun in the town 🎅🎅🎅
The big chill is firmly back - our own Ben Briggs snapped a very cold looking River Ribble at Ribchester on a fresh start to Wednesday! 🥶🥶🥶
November 26, 2025 at 9:27 AM
The big chill is firmly back - our own Ben Briggs snapped a very cold looking River Ribble at Ribchester on a fresh start to Wednesday! 🥶🥶🥶
A controversial review that has placed a question mark over the futures of five Lancashire care homes will not be cancelled, the politician leading the process has said.
Controversial review of Lancashire care homes will not be cancelled despite protests – Blog Preston
<p>The consultation closes on 12 December and a decision will not be taken until February – but even the suggestion that any of the premises might shut has sparked uproar</p>
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November 26, 2025 at 9:17 AM
A controversial review that has placed a question mark over the futures of five Lancashire care homes will not be cancelled, the politician leading the process has said.
Preston’s long-awaited youth zone – Vault – is set to open in phases in the early months of next year.
Preston’s long-awaited Vault youth zone to open in phases in early 2026 – Blog Preston
<p>Recruitment for Vault’s part-time youth work roles is also under way, following what the organisation describes as “an incredible number of applications”.</p>
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November 26, 2025 at 9:16 AM
Preston’s long-awaited youth zone – Vault – is set to open in phases in the early months of next year.
Martin will be hitting the decks at 53 Degrees
Martin Kemp bringing his Back to the 80s DJ set to Preston – Blog Preston
<p>The popular club night has been selling out at venues across the UK</p>
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November 25, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Martin will be hitting the decks at 53 Degrees
We'll be hoping to put Preston on the Northern digital creative map at the awards early next year. Thanks to everyone who reads us and supports us. 💙🤞
Blog Preston’s new website in the running to be crowned best in the North at Northern Digital Awards – Blog Preston
<p>New look unveiled in September and now up for recognition at awards ceremony</p>
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November 25, 2025 at 7:57 PM
We'll be hoping to put Preston on the Northern digital creative map at the awards early next year. Thanks to everyone who reads us and supports us. 💙🤞
A now well-known Preston couple will switch on their sixth Christmas light display this weekend.
Sixth Fulwood light display to be switched on next weekend by Preston Mayor – Blog Preston
<p>The Mayor of Preston, Sue Whittam will switch on the lights.</p>
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November 25, 2025 at 7:33 PM
A now well-known Preston couple will switch on their sixth Christmas light display this weekend.
Three men have been jailed for their roles in trafficking large amounts of cannabis throughout the North West.
Cannabis trafficked to network of customers throughout North West from Walton-le-Dale – Blog Preston
<p>Cannabis was sourced from associates in the Bolton area which was then supplied on.</p>
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November 25, 2025 at 7:32 PM
Three men have been jailed for their roles in trafficking large amounts of cannabis throughout the North West.
An event in South Ribble will aim to spotlight the great work done by local businesses in the area.
Made Here in Lancashire event set to celebrate local businesses and people – Blog Preston
<p>The event is hosted by a Lancashire podcast host to celebrate the county.</p>
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November 25, 2025 at 4:05 PM
An event in South Ribble will aim to spotlight the great work done by local businesses in the area.
Just a few things found to be wrong during these raids last week close to New Hall Lane.
Three arrests made related to immigration offences, knock-off designer hand-bags seized, dodgy machinery investigated and planning breaches reported to council.
Three arrests made related to immigration offences, knock-off designer hand-bags seized, dodgy machinery investigated and planning breaches reported to council.
Fake designer handbags, red diesel and illegal working found during raid on industrial estate – Blog Preston
<p>Dodgy fuel, potential illegal working by immigrants and fake designer handbags were some of the offences uncovered during a raid…</p>
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November 25, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Just a few things found to be wrong during these raids last week close to New Hall Lane.
Three arrests made related to immigration offences, knock-off designer hand-bags seized, dodgy machinery investigated and planning breaches reported to council.
Three arrests made related to immigration offences, knock-off designer hand-bags seized, dodgy machinery investigated and planning breaches reported to council.
Garstang is set to be the starting grid for England's largest motorsport rally when the Legend Fires North West Stages return to the town in 2027.
England’s biggest motorsport rally set to return to Garstang and Myerscough College – Blog Preston
<p>Garstang is set to be the starting grid for England’s largest motorsport rally when the Legend Fires North West Stages…</p>
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November 25, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Garstang is set to be the starting grid for England's largest motorsport rally when the Legend Fires North West Stages return to the town in 2027.
A burglar who targeted homes before Christmas in Leyland and threatened to torch a man’s car has been jailed.
Interrupted burglar in Leyland threatened to torch man’s car – Blog Preston
<p>Murray, 25, of Westfield Drive appeared at Preston Crown Court on Friday (21 November) where he was found guilty of the charges. </p>
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November 25, 2025 at 11:53 AM
A burglar who targeted homes before Christmas in Leyland and threatened to torch a man’s car has been jailed.
A Canadian fried chicken restaurant has closed its Preston site six months after it first opened.
MB Chicken suddenly closes just six months after opening with fanfare – Blog Preston
<p>The restaurant opened in May 2025 as part of the brand’s UK expansion.</p>
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November 25, 2025 at 11:53 AM
A Canadian fried chicken restaurant has closed its Preston site six months after it first opened.
Minor design changes to a long-delayed new pub-restaurant in suburban Preston have been given the go-ahead – paving the way for it to finally open next year.
Miller and Carter Steakhouse eyeing 2026 opening date – eight years after permission was granted – Blog Preston
<p>Preston City Council has approved some tweaks to the proposed building – including to the originally approved layout and elevations, along with the use of solar panels</p>
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November 25, 2025 at 8:48 AM
Minor design changes to a long-delayed new pub-restaurant in suburban Preston have been given the go-ahead – paving the way for it to finally open next year.
A senior Preston politician says he feels betrayed after a major housing scheme in the city appears to have stalled.
Preston City Council deputy leader feels ‘deceived and betrayed’ over Horrocks Mill scheme delays – Blog Preston
<p>Social housing provider Onward was due to bring forward detailed plans this year – but has instead tabled an extension to the temporary car park at the Queen Street site</p>
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November 25, 2025 at 8:47 AM
A senior Preston politician says he feels betrayed after a major housing scheme in the city appears to have stalled.
Artist Rachel Shephard is putting on A Delicate Balance
Prints, paintings, sculpture and more to feature in new exhibition at SHOP Preston – Blog Preston
<p>Artist Rachel Shephard is putting on A Delicate Balance</p>
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November 25, 2025 at 6:33 AM
Artist Rachel Shephard is putting on A Delicate Balance
Preston's Christmas lights are officially on and this year they were switched on by Debbie Meade McLoughlin from local charity Jade's Bags.
Preston Christmas lights turned on as thousands attend Flag Market event – Blog Preston
<p>Pic: Preston Bid</p>
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November 25, 2025 at 6:29 AM
Preston's Christmas lights are officially on and this year they were switched on by Debbie Meade McLoughlin from local charity Jade's Bags.
Worden Park has been named among the very best in the country after a nationwide vote.
Leyland’s Worden Park named among ten best green spaces in the country – Blog Preston
<p>The much loved spot is one of the very few to receive a Green Flag People’s Choice award</p>
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November 25, 2025 at 6:29 AM
Worden Park has been named among the very best in the country after a nationwide vote.
A man left the woman he claimed to love with a severed spinal cord - an injury that paralysed her - after she told him she was leaving.
Violent and controlling bully left woman with severed spinal cord after she tried to leave him – Blog Preston
<p>Easom, now of no fixed address but formerly of Longridge Road, Chipping, will be sentenced at Preston Crown Court on 27 February.</p>
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November 25, 2025 at 6:28 AM
A man left the woman he claimed to love with a severed spinal cord - an injury that paralysed her - after she told him she was leaving.
A Preston councillor who has been lobbying for a long term fix to a flooded underpass has been assured by county councillors that a permanent solution is being sought.
Lancashire County Council working towards ‘permanent resolution’ for regularly flooded Preston tunnel – Blog Preston
<p>Councillor Ben Ward provides update on Darkinson Lane underpass.</p>
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November 25, 2025 at 6:28 AM
A Preston councillor who has been lobbying for a long term fix to a flooded underpass has been assured by county councillors that a permanent solution is being sought.