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Ex-Preston North End and Bolton Wanderers figure completes Blackpool move

Blackpool completed their eighth signing of the summer transfer window.

Blackpool Gazette·1d ago
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The 'unimaginative' plans for Preston's former Odeon and Tokyo Jo's site after huge fire

"If they don’t have the funding or the imagination, then maybe they should pass it along to someone who does"

Lancashire Live·1d ago
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Preston man arrested after police stop uncovers what was in car

The driver initially failed to stop before officers made a discovery inside

Lancashire Live·1d ago
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Iconic Preston shop 'Cobblers' set to be turned into a house after 50 years

The former Church Street shop could soon have a very different future

Lancashire Live·1d ago
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Preston homes targeted in early hours as suspects try door handles

Officers have launched an investigation and are checking CCTV for clues

Lancashire Live·2d ago
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The 'North Lancashire' name row engulfing huge new council

Leaders in Preston, Lancaster and Ribble Valley have united to demand their areas are namechecked in the title of the massive new authority

Lancashire Live·3d ago
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Blackpool train users can get free Domino's pizza between London Euston and Stirling this bank holiday (aff)

Passengers can order a pizza in advance of their trip, as long as they are on the train when it travels through Preston.

Blackpool Gazette·3d ago
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Preston Docks office block to be transformed into 51 new homes

The development will create a mix of one and two-bedroom homes at the docks

Lancashire Live·3d ago
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The Laughienda Comedy Club Preston | 2nd Sep '26

Now in its third year, The Laughienda brings another huge night of comedy to Preston, featuring STEVE HARRIS and LOU CONRAN!

Skiddle·4d ago
What's On

Tuesday Night Whites - Preston

"If you're going to see the emergence of a new great band you'll see them at This Feeling first." Carl Barat

Skiddle·6d ago
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Judge rules Palestine Action's Burnley Barclays attack will not be treated as terrorism

The five defendants were cheered by supporters as they left Preston Crown Court

Lancashire Live·6d ago
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'Besotted' Preston prison nurse struck off for role in behind bars smuggling conspiracy

Kiera Burton was among 14 people jailed for the organised plot

Lancashire Live·6d ago
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Help campaigners fight for national public inquiry into the 'missed opportunities' to save Preston Davey

The fight to stop the unimaginable horrors experienced by little Preston Davey happening to any other child continues.

Blackpool Gazette·20 Aug
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Man who admitted harassing Blackpool South MP Chris Webb appears at Preston Magistrates Court

Judge Goodwin said the effects of the offending on the MP’s lifestyle must be taken into consideration.

Blackpool Gazette·20 Aug
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Two Lancashire courts could move to Preston but identities kept secret

An office block would house three courts from across the county

Lancashire Live·18 Aug
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Body of man in 60s found in Preston Docks search

Emergency services were called to the scene on Sunday night

Lancashire Live·17 Aug
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Major search launched at Preston Docks after man seen entering water

Underwater search efforts are ongoing with people told to "avoid the area"

Lancashire Live·17 Aug
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Police 'really concerned' for missing girl last seen two days ago in Preston

Anyone with information or sightings of Layla should call 999

Lancashire Live·17 Aug
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Trees along Preston's high street to be lit up again after £234k funding agreed

The lights had to be disconnected due to 'several faults'

Lancashire Live·17 Aug
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Sexy Woke Disco Club #2

An inclusive daytime disco party in Preston.

Skiddle·16 Aug
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Scottish piper to play for Northern Belle train departing Preston

The Northern Belle, departs Preston station for Edinburgh, offering a luxurious journey reminiscent of the golden era of rail travel.

Blackpool Gazette·15 Aug
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Tributes to 'amazing' retired market trader from Preston described as 'the perfect mum'

Sharon Smith was tragically found dead at home

Lancashire Live·14 Aug
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PCSO punched by two people riding e-bike in Preston attack

"No one should face violence simply for doing their job and helping to keep our communities safe"

Lancashire Live·13 Aug
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Man left disfigured after Preston drug dealer told him 'I'm a big man' in Halloween attack

Levi Wilson is back behind bars after his attack at the man's flat

Lancashire Live·13 Aug
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Police in Preston investigating as man injured after falling from motorbike

The rider, a man in his 40s, suffered head, leg and arm injuries

Lancashire Live·12 Aug
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Major 167-home Preston estate approved after inspector overturns council refusal

They concluded the scheme would do more good than harm

Lancashire Live·11 Aug
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Preston Market makes major move in bid to protect shoppers

It is the first of its kind in Lancashire

Lancashire Live·11 Aug
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Major development in six year-long plans to build apartment block in Preston city centre

One councillor asked for reassurance the developer would 'get on with it and build it'

Lancashire Live·11 Aug
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Video shows dramatic police pursuit before Ford Kuga crashes in Preston

Three people were arrested

Lancashire Live·10 Aug
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Carabao Cup draw: Blackpool, Preston North End and Burnley discover second round opponents

The draw for the second round of the Carabao Cup has taken place - with Blackpool taking on Lincoln City.

Blackpool Gazette·10 Aug
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Two 16-year-old boys arrested after Preston police pursuit ends in crash

All three remain in custody

Lancashire Live·10 Aug
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'As a boy he used to say I was his hero, but now the tables have turned'

Preston dad Mark Bond feels '20 years younger' after his son’s incredible act

Lancashire Live·10 Aug
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'Urgent repairs' needed at Preston's Harris Museum after visitor surge

A major internal feature has suffered damage

Lancashire Live·10 Aug
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Preston Card Fest - Halloween Special!

Discover Card Fest: Preston's ultimate trading card event featuring Pokémon, sports cards, vendors, tournaments and family fun.

Skiddle·9 Aug
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The tragic teenage bride who haunts Preston's oldest pub

The Blue Bell is known for it's strict no-phones policy and ridiculously hard quiz - but its ancient walls house a tragic tale

Lancashire Live·9 Aug
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Iconic Preston landmark to hide a secret cinema and gym under new plans

The shopping arcade is set for a major transformation after years of neglect

Lancashire Live·8 Aug
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Families pay tribute to two Preston men found dead together near A584 days after going missing

The bodies of Stuart Tallis and William Hutchinson were discovered in a car which had been involved in a crash

Lancashire Live·5 Aug
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Preston church tower set to be demolished after major defects uncovered

The tower is "in a significant state of disrepair and deterioration"

Lancashire Live·5 Aug
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Date set for Preston Crown Court hearing of man charged with rape of two teenagers in Blackpool

Specialist officers are supporting the victims.

Blackpool Gazette·5 Aug
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Police want to speak to this man after exposure incident at Preston junction

Officers have released CCTV images of man they want to speak to

Lancashire Live·4 Aug
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Clare Balding teases a secret new project in Preston

The secret project is reportedly a world away from her career in sports broadcasting

Lancashire Live·4 Aug
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Commuters are currently facing huge delays on the M55 and the M6 near Preston

Major delays on the M6 in Lancashire are causing issues on the M55...

Blackpool Gazette·3 Aug
What's On

Macy's Open House

Preston DJ & producer Macy Lancaster brings her friends to ARTCH for an epic summer day party. This local line-up is set to shine...

Skiddle·3 Aug
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Concerns over future of town halls and local traditions in big Lancashire shake-up

Lancaster's city status and 'acrimony with Preston and Ribble Valley' among worries raised

Lancashire Live·2 Aug
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Missing man with 'contagious health condition' found as police issue update

Dean Hesketh was last seen leaving the Royal Preston Hospital

Lancashire Live·2 Aug
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One lane of M55 closed near Preston with 'very slow traffic' on M6 after collision

Motorists are experiencing "very slow traffic" on the M6 ahead of the M55 junction after a collision.

Lancashire Live·2 Aug
What's On

Rich Chance

Preston singer/songwriter Rich Chance brings vibrant, quirky material from his new album to the Continental

Skiddle·1 Aug
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Plans to improve homes in three Preston areas

The scheme would aim to reduce issues such as damp, mould and cold homes

Lancashire Live·1 Aug
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Council blunder sees Preston mural honouring suffragette Edith Rigby washed away

The mural in Preston was scrubbed from the walls after being deemed as 'grafitti'

Lancashire Live·1 Aug
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Police release CCTV clip of missing man who has 'contagious health condition'

Dean Hesketh has links to Preston, Blackpool and Penwortham

Lancashire Live·31 Jul