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Extra level added to plans for long-mooted Preston skyscraper

The proposed Lofthaus development A long-planned skyscraper in Preston could finally be about to get off the ground – seven years after it was first conceived. The Lofthaus development will see a 70-metre tall […]

3 weeks ago
Owners who unlawfully flattened historic pub could face new legal action

Former Punch Bowl pub The owners of a 225-year-old Ribble Valley pub that was unlawfully flattened could face fresh legal action –  after they failed to comply with an order to rebuild it. The […]

3 weeks ago
Preston Guild Hall could partially reopen but long-term future far from clear

Preston Guild Hall in Lancaster Road Pic: Blog Preston Preston’s Guild Hall could be partially reopened this year, it has emerged. The immediate future of the venue has been uncertain since it was confirmed back in January that the […]

3 weeks ago
Attempted explanation for contentious Ashton Park plans set out

The proposed sports hub at Ashton Park The councillor spearheading contentious plans for a revamp of Ashton Park has insisted Preston City Council did investigate the possibility of redesigning the government-funded scheme – but did not get […]

4 weeks ago
Advertisement Advertisement YouTubers explore derelict section of Lancaster Canal tracing Preston route

Elliott and Sue. Pic: Explore the UK A YouTube travel duo have made a video exploring a derelict section of the Lancaster Canal which runs under Preston city centre. ‘Explore the UK’ posted the video last month […]

4 weeks ago
Preston City Council and Onward Homes strike deal for Horrocks Mill social housing

The Horrocks Mill site looking back towards Preston city centre Pic: Blog Preston Social houses under direct Preston City Council ownership will be bought on the new Horrocks Mill development. The city council has signed the first-stage of a deal with Onward Homes, […]

4 weeks ago
Victory for campaigners after Beacon Fell phone mast plan cut off

A bid to install a 40-metre-high phone mast close to the summit of one of Lancashire’s most popular beauty spots has failed. Preston City Council has refused permission for the […]

4 weeks ago
Plans for new Lostock Hall takeaway binned for second time in five months

Proposed Lostock Hall takeaway premises Plans for a new takeaway in Lostock Hall have been binned by councillors for the second time in five months, amid unresolved concerns over a lack of parking for customers. […]

4 weeks ago
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