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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 7h
And if you'd like to support what we do, you can do that here. Always appreciated and thanks to everyone who already does
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<p>Help support independent community journalism based right here in the city of Preston in Lancashire. Blog Preston has been going since 2009…</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 7h
We appreciate all the BP readers who voted for us and it's great to be a part of the city. I think we've reported on all those who were in the room at some point or another over the nearly 18 years of Blog Preston existing(!).
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 7h
Full report on BP with all the winners in due course. Or see Facebook and Insta Story for them now with Kate's frantic typing and photo taking as Gilly and Danny Bee rattled through them!
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 7h
Great night at the High Street Heroes Awards organised by Preston BID and Visit Preston. Big congrats to all the winners, highly commended and finalists. Great to see The Guild Lounge buzzing.
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 7h
Taking place this weekend, the free event is designed to help people meet new friends, discover interests and find out more about what’s happening across the city
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Get Involved Fair to bring Preston’s communities together – Blog Preston
<p>The event will provide opportunities to make connections and discover what’s happening locally</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 7h
"No one should face cancer alone". A city charity has secured £20,000 people to fund sessions which aim to reduce isolation, improve mental wellbeing and help people cope with the emotional impact of a cancer diagnosis. 💙
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The Orange Foundation secures £20,000 for ‘connected conversations’ project to help those with cancer – Blog Preston
<p>The funding was awarded by National Lottery Community Fund in the All England programme awards.</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 13h
A pledge was made ahead of the roadworks to manually control the signals. County Hall say they have urgently reviewed the gridlock caused since Monday and have ordered contractors to start earlier as they attempt to ease the queues.
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Longridge Road traffic lights to be manually controlled from 6am – Blog Preston
<p>Lancashire County Council has issued an update after three days of gridlock from Red Scar to Grimsargh</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 13h
Police were called on Tuesday evening after the delivery bike rider was seen close to Junction 32
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‘Strong words of advice’ given to Deliveroo driver seen riding on M6 hard shoulder – Blog Preston
<p>Lancashire Police confirmed they were called during Tuesday evening</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 13h
The team at Stonehouse Day Nursery and Pre-School, within the Patrou group of nurseries, were hitting 'expected standard' in all areas during the new Ofsted inspection.
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Leyland nursery praised for ‘inclusive environment’ in latest Ofsted inspection – Blog Preston
<p>Partou Stonehouse achieved the expected standard in the six key areas of the evaluation.</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 15h
One in 10 of the vehicles pulled over by police at the taxi checkpoint were found to have issues such as lights being out or illegal tyres
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 16h
Police were called to road after reports of a man being threatened with a knife.
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Man arrested after knife threat in Plungington – Blog Preston
<p>Lancashire Police closed off Greenbank Street after reports of a man being threatened with a knife</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 17h
The road changes would be on the stretch of the busy road near Fulwood and Cadley Primary School in Black Bull Lane
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New crossing and speed cushions in Black Bull Lane planned – Blog Preston
<p>A consultation into the proposals will finish on Thursday 8 October and there are calls for a puffin crossing instead</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 17h
Youngsters from Preston schools were given an insight into the construction industry, as the team from Eric Wright Group lifted the lid on what it's like to be involved in buildings and construction during an event at Preston College
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Eric Wright Group engineers help inspire next generation at Preston College – Blog Preston
<p>It gave them first hand experience and knowledge into their desired career.</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 19h
A councillor for the area says the group have 'chilling echoes' to the Nazis and ICE as more footage emerges from the Patriot Platform rally outside Hoghton Tower.
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Second ‘Patriots’ rally shows them at Hoghton war memorial – Blog Preston
<p>Councillor representing the area says the group has ‘chilling echoes of Nazis and ICE’</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 19h
Roadworks began at Longridge Road on Monday and have turned a three mile stretch of road into a chicane of temporary traffic lights causing major delays. And motorists are fuming at what they say is a lack of manual control of lights as promised
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Four sets of temporary traffic lights in space of three miles sees gridlock return to Grimsargh – Blog Preston
<p>Those going between Preston and Longridge in either direction are seeing delays of more than half-an-hour at peak times</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 20h
Good luck to everyone on the shortlist for the city's High Street Heroes tonight. Ed & Kate will see you there.
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High Street Heroes Awards 2026 finalists announced after record-breaking vote – Blog Preston
<p>Two of Blog Preston’s own are among the finalists</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 20h
A celebration of all things Korea will take place at the city's university today
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Free event to bring Korean fashion, music, games and food to Preston – Blog Preston
<p>The University of Lancashire event will explore Korean language and culture through a range of activities and experiences</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 20h
Eight fire crews were scrambled to the Global Ardour site at 3am on Wednesday morning
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Firefighters at third major fire at recycling plant in Longridge Road this year – Blog Preston
<p>Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service sent eight crews to the Global Ardour plant in the early hours of Wednesday</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 22h
The largest number of approvals for children’s homes in Preston can be found in the Lea and Larches ward, where there are 18 in place, followed by Ashton (15) and Ingol and Cottam (13).
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Limit on number of new children’s homes for Preston after surge in plans – Blog Preston
<p>A six-fold increase has taken place compared to the number permitted between 2022 and 2023, councillors were told</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 06/10/2026
Never known fog like it. Need to make sure Rivi Brewery sponsor the return fixture when it happens.
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Bamber Bridge FC game abandoned due to thick fog – Blog Preston
<p>The Northern Premier League game, away at Emley AFC in West Yorkshire, was called off by the referee after the weather closed in</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 06/10/2026
An amazing effort from Steve Clifford and Andy Lewis, both in their 70s, as they went from John o'Groats to Land's and back again to raise more than £2,000 for Rosemere Cancer Foundation.
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Two biker friends road trip from John O’Groats to Land’s End to raise nearly £2,000 – Blog Preston
<p>Steve and Andy, both in their 70s, went there and back again to raise funds for Rosemere Cancer Foundation</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 06/10/2026
Preston-based portrait artist Sally Dyer is inviting local mothers to take part in a series of free creative workshops exploring how becoming a mother can change the way people see themselves
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Free workshops to explore experiences of motherhood through art – Blog Preston
<p>Local mothers are invited to take part, and no previous art experience is needed</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 06/10/2026
The name Harvey's has been kept but the former fish and chip shop is now serving up tasty biryani and mandi dishes alongside burgers, wraps and grill items. 🍛
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Meeting the 19-year-old taking on former Harvey’s chippy in New Hall Lane – Blog Preston
<p>Talha and his family renovated the shop and have brought in a new menu including a focus on biryani and mandi</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 06/10/2026
Well done to everyone at Conlon Construction as they raise more than £19,000 for St Catherine's Hospice Staff across the firm have been undertaking different challenges - from mega walking challenges to 'Born Survivor' runs - to support the Lostock Hall-based hospice.
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Conlon Construction nearly doubles target donation to support St Catherine’s Hospice – Blog Preston
<p>Many fundraisers had many members that were personally impacted by the charity.</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 06/10/2026
More than 100 cars and their occupants were moved on from Blackpool on Saturday evening - after arrests made and vehicles seized - with a number of them turning up on a Preston industrial estate which continues to be plagued by anti-social driving
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Boy racer car meet which led to ‘block it’ police chase footage moved on to Preston – Blog Preston
<p>Lancashire Police confirmed they attended a smaller meet, which had dispersed from Blackpool on Saturday night, at the Roman Way Industrial Estate</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 06/10/2026
A double show from Blossoms at @53degrees as they return to the city for the first time since 2014 (when they played The Ferret). Fair bit happened since then(!). Tickets on sale later this morning
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Blossoms to play two shows at 53 Degrees – Blog Preston
<p>Indie superstars to play double evening show in support of new album</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 06/10/2026
Police were called after around 100 people with face coverings, dressed in black, had assembled on the driveway of the historic tower between Preston and Chorley.
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Police called in after balaclava-clad ‘Patriots’ protest on Hoghton Tower driveway – Blog Preston
<p>A far-right group filmed themselves on Sunday evening before police were called</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 06/10/2026
Raising a glass to Gary, Jane and Kev and reaching a decade of being featured in the Campaign For Real Ale's Good Beer Guide each year since opening 🎉🍻
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‘We couldn’t have done this without you’ Guild Ale House message to city after decade of good beer award – Blog Preston
<p>The Campaign For Real Ale has ranked the city centre pub for ten straight years since opening in their Good Beer Guide</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 06/10/2026
It has emerged County Hall had already begun seeking information about the government's decision to go for a 'four council' model for Lancashire's political future - with a view to potentially triggering a judicial review.
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Local government reorganisation confusion may lead to Lancashire County Council legal challenge – Blog Preston
<p>The Reform-led administration is exploring taking legal action against the government</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 05/10/2026
Mr Purslow will be a familiar face to many aged in their 30s after spending a decade at Walton-le-Dale Primary School in the 90s and early 00s. He has died, aged 57.
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‘He was more than a teacher’ tributes to Nick Purslow who taught at Walton-le-Dale – Blog Preston
<p>Mr Purslow will be a familiar face to many aged in their 30s after spending a decade at Walton-le-Dale Primary School</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 05/10/2026
Ashton-on-Ribble pianist William Thomson is returning to St Michael and All Angels Church for another solo concert.
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Ashton-on-Ribble pianist to play neo-classical concert at local church – Blog Preston
<p>St Michael and All Angels will host the afternoon of relaxing piano music from William Thomson</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 05/10/2026
Community groups working across South Ribble are being urged to pitch for a chance to bag £1,000 towards their idea. Progress Housing Group is holding its annual event where charities and good causes can explain why they need funding.
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Progress Housing Group to provide up to £1,000 to community projects in Dragon’s Den-style event – Blog Preston
<p>Good causes urged to pitch for a chance to win, with runners-up also taking home funds</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 05/10/2026
Plans have been lodged for converting the space above the off-licence in Leyland Lane into a bar 🍻
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A bar could open above a Bargain Booze shop in Leyland – Blog Preston
<p>It is hoped the new business will create five jobs</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 05/10/2026
Sunni Dawate Islami event drew attendees from across the UK and beyond to Preston, and explored faith, good character and spiritual development.
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Muslim conference held at city mosque attracts thousands of people across three days – Blog Preston
<p>Masjid-e-Noor played host to the Sunni Dawate Islami event</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 05/10/2026
If you think this is real life... Well, it is. Blossoms to play a double show in Preston at 53 Degrees
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Blossoms to play two shows at 53 Degrees – Blog Preston
<p>Indie superstars to play double evening show in support of new album</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 05/10/2026
Police say they have taken 27 vehicles linked to anti-social behaviour or classed as illegal - such as modified e-bikes and quad bikes off the city streets - during a targeted operation on Sunday across Preston
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E-bikes, e-scooters and off-road bikes to be crushed after city centre crackdown – Blog Preston
<p>Lancashire Police seized 27 vehicles during the clamp down on illegal e-bikes and other vehicles during a 24-hour blitz</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 05/10/2026
An encouraging sign for the future of the former Post Office building and what was due to become the Shankly Hotel? Scaffolding is put up on three sides of the building which faces onto the Flag Market.
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Scaffolding goes up around former Shankly Hotel site – Blog Preston
<p>The former Post Office building facing the Flag Market was due to be redeveloped as an upmarket hotel and restaurant but the firm behind it collapsed into administration</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 05/10/2026
Congratulations to everyone at Len Wright's Salads just down the A59. They supply 37million (!) bags of salad to the supermarket giant each year. 🥬
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Tarleton family farm business secures £250m deal with Asda – Blog Preston
<p>The company provides 37million bags of salad to the supermarket giant each year</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 05/10/2026
The lane closures are due to continue until late October as work continues on the Whittingham Road bridge
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M6 northbound delays as bridge maintenance works cause lane closures – Blog Preston
<p>The bridge works are due to see lane closures through until the end of October</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 05/10/2026
Two new outdoor padel courts proposed by the tennis club in Blackhurst Avenue as the popularity of the sport continues to grow 🎾
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Penwortham Lawn Tennis Club to join padel revolution with new courts planned – Blog Preston
<p>The club says the courts will be an important addition to the local community</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 05/10/2026
Proposals are in the former chocolate factory in Fletcher Road to be demolished, but a councillor and heritage campaigners are asking for a closer look at the site's history to be made
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‘Once we demolish our history, we can’t get it back’ councillor calls for former Beech’s factory demolition plan to be examined – Blog Preston
<p>The chocolate factory closed in Fletcher Road closed in September last year after more than 100 years</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 04/10/2026
Oasiz - who are definitely maybe the UK's best Oasis tribute band - will perform in the city as part of their third UK tour
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Oasis tribute band coming to Preston to celebrate 30th anniversary of Knebworth – Blog Preston
<p>Oasiz are Definitely Maybe the UK’s best Oasis tribute band</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 04/10/2026
Two lanes remain closed at the scene of a car fire on the M61 - with delays back to the M6, although traffic is moving by the scene
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Delays on M61 southbound at Preston due to fire – Blog Preston
<p>A vehicle fire on the hard shoulder is seeing delays back to where the M6 and M61 meet</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 04/10/2026
“Penwortham Primary School truly reflect inclusion; it is apparent that they consider inclusion as a basic universal provision that every child has a right to. For so many children with additional needs, inclusion is an add-on.” 💙👏
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Penwortham Primary School receives national award for SEND provision – Blog Preston
<p>The school was praised for an approach which ‘truly reflects inclusion’</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 04/10/2026
The M61 is partially blocked due to the fire on the hard shoulder and there's delays back to Junction 31 of the M6 as a result
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Delays on M61 southbound at Preston due to fire – Blog Preston
<p>A vehicle fire on the hard shoulder is seeing delays back to where the M6 and M61 meet</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 04/10/2026
“It isn't just about completing coursework. It tells you that someone has reached a point where they believe they can do it.” A charity is bidding farewell to tutor who has helped more than a hundred people rebuild their lives and confidence.
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Retirement for a man who has spent a decade helping homeless people turn their lives around – Blog Preston
<p>Ken Bates has helped more than a hundred people obtain qualifications during his work for Emmaus Lancashire</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 04/10/2026
What would a Mayor mean for Preston and Lancashire? With the county set to be the only place in the North of England without a Mayor by 2027, the event will explore the debates about how the county is governed
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A Mayor for Lancashire? Preston event to explore whether the Red Rose county will ever have one – Blog Preston
<p>Lancashire continues to look set to be the only place in the North of England without a Mayor by May 2027</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 04/10/2026
A trio of chimneys are set to be removed from County Hall in Preston after their long-term stability was called into question.
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Three chimneys to be removed from County Hall over stability concerns – Blog Preston
<p>Documents setting out the rationale for the proposed removals state that the stacks “may become unstable and will require additional maintenance in the future”.</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 04/10/2026
The locks on some of the alleygates designed to prevent crime and antisocial behaviour in residential passageways in Preston have been vandalised, it has emerged.
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Locks on Preston’s alleygates have been vandalised but council vows repairs – Blog Preston
<p>Residents who answered a consultation call universally supported Preston’s alleygates</p>
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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 03/10/2026
The Nelson family are working with the city council to bring the Christmas event - including ice rink, food and drink stalls and more to the Flag Market from early December. 🎅🥔
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SpudBros make ‘keeping prices low’ vow over Preston winter wonderland – Blog Preston
<p>Jacob Nelson released a video giving more details on their link-up with Preston City Council for this year’s festive event on the Flag Market</p>
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