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News, views and information about Preston, Lancashire. We are a Community Interest Company. More on our team here: https://t.co/hKFgZqCOp0
Preston, Lancashire (UK)
Joined January 2009
The M61 is closed in both directions while police lead on tackling an incident. https://t.co/RXGZXzE7FS
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The nature of the incident is not yet clear, although National Highways said it is a ‘police-led incident’
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Yorkshire Building Society is set to close its premises on Berry Lane, Longridge, on 29 January next year. https://t.co/uUNBNHLM1Y
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It was recently announced that Longridge would get a banking hub, although no location has been confirmed.
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Ribble Valley Borough Council is set to appoint a new chief executive who is currently Preston City Council’s deputy, ahead of an expected major shake-up of Lancashire councils. https://t.co/x2NKad4Rgs
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Sarah Threlfall joined Preston City Council in 2022.
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The frozen yoghurt craze has arrived in Preston - as Frurt open their largest store and café yet in the UK. Alice popped in 24-hours before their grand opening for a scoop. 🍦 https://t.co/e1NPOoBlNQ
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Frurt Frozen Yogurt store opened its doors in Friargate during Saturday and we popped in 24-hours before.
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Karen will definitely be ordering from KimJi again, but next time it will be more KFC and, if she finds out the identity of the mystery meal, a portion or ten of whatever that is https://t.co/x2QJIwUVmC
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An unexpected addition to Karen’s order was a magical moment
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Several Preston city centre car parks will be available to use for free in the run-up to Christmas https://t.co/j5sh7KHTZx
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Several Preston city centre car parks will be available to use for free in the run-up to Christmas. Preston BID…
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Two Tiktok creators are plotting a series of livestreamed charity walks to raise funds for charities close to their hearts. https://t.co/PU3VZSOqSh
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The pair are planning a series of charity walks, for Cystic Fibrosis and dementia, where they hope to leverage their platform by live streaming their adventures.
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The landlady of an iconic Lancashire pub had been in post for just over a fortnight when an unannounced hygiene inspection slapped down a rating that told her major improvement was needed. She's worked hard to turn it around since. https://t.co/zhC170IsjH
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Two weeks into her time as landlady, the food hygiene inspector paid a visit.
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Ventriloquist Paul Zerdin, TikTok star Henry Oliver, local rapper Peggy, dance champions DLN Dance, the world-famous SpudBros, and much more 🎄 https://t.co/w02ggfOWh0
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Prestonians can get in the festive spirit with a mix of comedy, music, dance, and… potatoes
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Preston’s St. John’s Shopping Centre could be flattened to make way for more than 500 apartments, a new NHS neighbourhood health facility and a smaller number of replacement shops. https://t.co/DTxJug8uU1
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The proposed development would see three new high-rise buildings – the tallest being 15 storeys – spring up opposite the bus station.
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Not many pubs are ordered to retain the interior by Historic England 🏴 The Black Horse is a mini gin palace, a smallish corner pub with an exceptional unaltered interior. The highlight is the magnificent curved ceramic bar counter and mosaic tiled floor in the public bar
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A school has raised £300 in tribute to a much-loved former pupil who died last month. https://t.co/HT8NVgAwXL
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A Leyland school has raised over £300 for Sepsis research in memory of a former pupil.
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Plenty of spookiness as we head towards Halloween https://t.co/LSeAQtTlo3
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Lots of spooky offerings as we head towards Halloween
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Taking place each October, Black History Month seeks to acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of Black people to British society and globally https://t.co/zALEblMZ0n
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The theme for 2025 is Standing Firm in Power and Pride
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Amazing to see our colleagues from @LancsHospitals arriving at this year’s #OurPeopleAwards looking fantastic! We’re excited to celebrate and recognise all your amazing work and achievements. #LTHTRProud #OPA2025
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An investigation is underway after a woman was reportedly approached, questioned and touched inappropriately in Buckshaw Village. https://t.co/yMkvkHmwmE
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An appeal has been issued by Lancashire Constabulary to identify the man in the images
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Police want to speak to the man pictured as part of their enquiries into the theft which took place in Water Lane last month. https://t.co/CPCqlBHNJv
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Police want to speak to a man after a theft from a van in Ashton-on-Ribble. Footage released by Preston Police…
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Penwortham Girls’ High School is looking forward a new chapter as construction continues for the building of their brand-new school. https://t.co/5j1bUAejkp
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The new building will also include a modern library and new staff spaces.
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🌙 Join The Big PNE Sleep Out and help us make a real difference for women experiencing homelessness. 🔗 https://t.co/y5ABOP7dXw
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“Support the initiative for the city of Preston.” 🌆 As we mark World Homeless Day, you can sign up now for next year's Big PNE Sleep Out at Deepdale. 💤 Get involved 👉 https://t.co/oedv5Qg1Db
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A total of £24,000 is needed for the tough new film, focusing on topics such as alcohol, suicide and domestic violence to be made. It would be aired at special screenings across the city and around Lancashire too. https://t.co/XVevAEGSEG
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The Knot, an original drama by the city’s Certain Curtain Theatre, is looking for help to allow them to highlight critical issues affecting Lancashire.
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