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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 […]

2 months ago
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 […]

2 months 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, […]

2 months 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 […]

2 months ago
Advertisement Advertisement 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. […]

2 months ago
Controversial Ashton Park plans approved again amid tense public meeting

Protest outside Ashton Park on Feb 29 Controversial plans for new sports facilities on Preston’s Ashton Park have been approved for a second time, amid acrimonious scenes at the council meeting where the decision was made. Members […]

2 months ago
Lancashire County Council answer queries about side streets off Corporation Street and Friargate

Number 23 services are one of the four bus routes to see a reduction in evening services Pic: Blog Preston Questions about the side streets off of Corporation Street and Friargate ahead of the new changes have been answered by Lancashire County Council. The map for the new Preston road […]

2 months ago
Preston’s new Old Tram Bridge will sit at a higher level

The Old Tram Road Bridge Pic: Wikimedia Preston’s ‘new’ Old Tram Bridge will sit at a higher level than the crumbling one it is set to replace, it has emerged. The design detail was revealed at a […]

2 months ago
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