Umar Kazi

I just love Preston. People I meet tell me Preston is a dull and gloomy city, but I think otherwise. I prefer her relaxed atmosphere, over the hustle and bustle of the bigger cities.

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Local campaigners rally against closure of mental health unit

Angry local campaigners rallied against the planned closure of the Avondale Unit at the Flag Market on Saturday. The rally, planned by Save the Avondale For Everyone (SAFE), protested against the mental health unit’s planned closure in December by the Lancashire Care (NHS) Foundation Trust (LCFT).

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Tulketh Local Elections- The Race is On!

Every second, the UK’s General Election draws closer and closer. Each political party is stepping up their hearts and minds campaign, in their bid to lead the British people.On a more regional level, hard working candidates are increasing their political activity, in the race for the prized MPs’ seats, to represent their constituencies’ people.For the equally important Local Elections, voters nationwide will also be dropping [...]

1126 days ago by

Simon Faithfull’s Premiere Exhibition is in Preston!

Ever heard of Simon Faithfull? Most people know the English artist for his quirky art pieces, especially his strange films and unusual installations. Ever wanted to visit a Faithfull exhibition? Well now you can! Right near your doorstep. As part of the Abandon Normal Devices (AND) Festival, Harris Art Gallery is premiering his first ever exhibition of Recent Findings in the UK, which includes the [...]

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