Kid’s stuff
Hunt is on for the first Preston Guild baby
16th, December 2011 by Ed WalkerIf you’re expecting a baby on the 1st January you may get a little more than you bargained for, as organisers of the 2012 Preston Guild are looking for the first Guild baby. Royal Preston Hospital will see the first newborn welcomed in the early hours of New Year’s Day secure their place in history. The baby will be recognised with free merchandise and a [...]
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Preston for teens: A young person’s guide to Preston
9th, October 2011 by Joe GawneThe city centre is the heart of Preston. Most of the main shops are situated down Fishergate, a well-constructed high street and Friargate which is just around the corner. From clothes to café’s, the city centre consists of various different shops that meet the needs of everyone. The city centre has a lively feel and is a place where people congregate, socialise and enjoy their [...]
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Councillors: Youth cuts are ‘disgusting’
5th, February 2011 by Andy SnellPlans to cut the funding of a youth crime prevention programme have been met with anger by Preston councillors. The area’s Youth Inclusion Project (YIP) is to lose £82,000 in funding from the Youth Justice Board and now faces closure as government cutbacks take their toll on local services. But Labour councillors in the east of Preston, where the scheme operates, have branded the plans [...]
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Seven Tips For Christmas Family Fun in Preston
15th, December 2010 by Lisa McManusStuck for things to do with the kids over Christmas? Don’t fear, we have the lowdown on what’s on over the festive period.
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Santas put on their running shoes for charity
7th, December 2010 by Jess EdwardsRunners took to the street for Preston’s annual Santa Dash for festive fun and fundraising. The Santa Dash attracted a host of participants to the Flag Market with the younger crowd joining in with the Reindeer Run. Jamie McNeela completed the course as part of a group: “It’s a good cause and gets you out of bed first thing on a Sunday morning. “We run [...]
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Photos: Christmas Lights in Preston
21st, November 2010 by Jess EdwardsX Factor stars Treyc Cohen and Belle Amie took to the stage for the Preston Christmas light switch on yesterday. Real Radio and BID Preston, in conjunction with Preston City Council, worked tirelessly to wow the crowd. Preston locals filled the streets from Fishergate to Friargate to enjoy a mix of local and national talent performing at the Flag Market. Treyc Cohen and Belle Amie [...]
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X Factor stars to turn on Christmas lights
19th, November 2010 by Andy HallsX Factor rejects Treyc Cohen and Belle Amie will lead the acts that will help light up Preston for this year’s Christmas Lights Switch On, tomorrow evening. Aiden Grimshaw, who was voted off the X Factor on Sunday, was set to be making an appearance but an ‘administrative error’ from his agents caused him to cancel at the last minute. Mark Whittle, spokesperson for BID Preston, [...]
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Moor Park to get gym upgrade
9th, November 2010 by Andy HallsMoor Park is set to be given an adidas makeover, with the installation of Preston’s second adiZone outdoor gym. The plans were put to Preston City Council’s planning committee last Monday, and were approved, providing English Heritage had no objections.
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Pottery Painting with Fired 4 U
12th, August 2010 by Joseph StashkoNestled in Walton-le-Dale, sandwiched between a row of unassuming shops, is Fired 4 U. It’s a pottery painting workshop run by Jane Fox, a former hotel manager who decided to throw caution to the wind and pursue her passion for arts and crafts.
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The Six Weeks of Summer
16th, July 2010 by Lisa McManusWa-hey, the summer holidays are upon us! Here’s our Top Ten recommendations to keep the kids, and you, entertained in the city this summer…
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