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Krispy Kreme doughnuts being handed out on the streets of Preston

Preston shoppers braced for doughnut explosion as Krispy Kreme comes to city

2nd, December 2011 by

Preston’s shoppers will be able to tuck into a sweet American treat while going about their Christmas shopping this year. Doughnut chain Krispy Kreme will be opening up a store in the St George’s Shopping Centre from Tuesday 13th December. 16 varieties of doughnut will be on offer alongside coffee. In the days leading up to the launch expect to be bombarded by doughnuts as [...]

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Video: TV ad launches to promote Christmas shopping in Preston

1st, December 2011 by

An advertising campaign will hit TV screens across the North West this week to promote Preston as a Christmas shopping destination. The 21-second commercial bills the city as “Santa’s best kept secret” and pushes what Preston has to offer to families. Mark Whittle, marketing and events manager for BID Preston who funded the advert, said: “Our Christmas advertising campaign on Granada TV runs from November [...]

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Christmas market and late night shopping for Preston city centre during festive period

24th, November 2011 by

Free parking, a Christmas market and late opening hours will be unleashed to help keep the festive pounds flowing in the city centre this December. Preston’s Business Improvement District (BID) are launching a TV advertising campaign to attract shoppers to Preston, and also helped organise a Christmas market. More than 60 traders will take over the Flag Market on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 December [...]

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St. George’s hosts fourth successful student lock-in

6th, October 2011 by

Over nine thousand students from across the north west flocked to St George’s Shopping Centre for the fourth annual Student Lock-In last Tuesday. 46 retailers in the centre opened their doors for three hours of discounted shopping, entertainment and giveaways exclusively for student from Blackpool, Preston, Lancaster and beyond. As the queues began to form outside Fishergate and Friargate entrances, a mock student protest began with [...]

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‘Make time for wine’ as part of National Wine Month

30th, April 2011 by

Preston people are being urged to ‘make time for wine’ as part of National Wine Month. The Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) have partnered with a number of wine retailers , including the Preston-based Lancashire Wine School. The school is running special introductory evenings to help local people make time for their wine. “Spending a little bit more on your bottle of wine can [...]

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Lancashire Market brings Preston to a standstill

27th, April 2011 by

On a cloudy yet humid Saturday morning, a busy Preston street is closed down for the day with tents, tables and Union Jack bunting strategically placed along the road. No it’s not over keen royalists, but the start of another popular tri-annual event that brings the old Mill town to a standstill. Preston became home to some of Lancashire’s finest local produce ranging from meat [...]

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Preston counsellor criticises government’s alcohol deal

5th, April 2011 by

Lesley Threlfall knows more than most people about helping alcoholics. She has worked with them for 10 years. So when someone with her experience criticises the government’s alcohol policy, it’s worth listening. “On paper the strategy seems good, but when you see it in more detail it doesn’t look as great,” she said. Mrs Threlfall, pictured, says more effort is needed to change drinking attitudes. This [...]

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Preston shops unable to capitalise on Royal Wedding

21st, March 2011 by

It seems everybody wants to cash in on the Royal Wedding, from knitted souvenirs to tours of where Kate Middleton lives, new money-making schemes pop up daily. However, a trade not benefitting is the wedding industry. Surprisingly, despite the endless coverage, such businesses have not seen an increase in customers. “I don’t think the fact it’s happening makes a difference. It’s not going to inspire [...]

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Reality TV star helps showcase Preston shopping centre

13th, March 2011 by

Reality star turned pro-designer Kirsty Doyle shared this seasons style secrets with the fashion-loving residents of Preston. The 27-year old, North-west born who won the first series of Sky One show Project Catwalk, held five shows yesterday at Fishergate Shopping Centre. Kirsty who runs her own flagship store in Liverpool, styled all the models from high street shops within the shopping centre. The models surprised [...]

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Edwin Booth, owner of Booths supermarkets, has taken a different approach as purse strings tighten

People tighten belts as basics become dearer

2nd, March 2011 by

Rising inflation levels and a worsening “income recession” means families may need to tighten their belts yet again. With costs increasing but wages staying static, it is feared many people will struggle to cope. This will lead to poorer standards of living for most families, as basics like food and fuel become more expensive. Criticism has been aimed at businesses, like supermarkets and energy suppliers, [...]

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