Council plots masterplan to examine how thousands of new homes can be built in North West Preston
Consultants have been called in to help the city council figure out how the North West of Preston can grow. A “masterplan” will be produced for how the area around the M6/M55 taking in Broughton, Cottam, Woodplumpton and Bartle can support new homes. Preston City Council has expressed its desire to see up to 4,000 new homes built in the area. A planning war between [...]
4 days ago by Ed Walker Share
Deepdale Retail Park tables new planning application to add extra stores
One of Preston’s largest retail parks continues its battle for permission to add additional stores. The Deepdale Retail Park Trust has applied for an amendment to an existing planning application to demolish and former warehouse and build new retail units. The plans – originally approved in June 2010 – were shelved due to poor economic conditions. Preston City Council is subject to a planning appeal [...]
6 days ago by Ed Walker Share
Fulwood motorists take up police offer for number plate screws to keep car crime down
Police have helped fit 120 cars with number plate screws during a crime prevention event in Fulwood. Officers were at Asda on Saturday to speak with over 150 members of the public about car theft. The number plate screws were fitted by Halfords and free vehicle checks were also performed. S Mike Sampson from the Fulwood Neighbourhood Policing Team said, “It was great to get [...]
7 days ago by Ed Walker Share
Preston Passion in the running for religious TV award
The Preston Passion is up against a number of other TV shows in a vote to become religious show of the year. The Radio Times and the Sandford St Martin Trust team up each year to award one show for religious broadcasting. Brendan Dell who took part in the performance is encouraging others to vote. She said: “I’m thrilled because it has already won one [...]
8 days ago by Ed Walker Share
Councillor Veronica Afrin prepares to take up Mayor role
A new Mayor will be sworn in tomorrow at the Town Hall. Councillor Veronica Afrin will take on the role for the year ahead as Carl Crompton’s time as Guild Mayor comes to an end. Cllr Afrin has represented the St Matthews ward since 1990 and has been Deputy Mayor during the Guild Year. She said: “It’s a great honour to be chosen as the [...]
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Foxton Centre plans fundraising evening of entertainment
A centre for vulnerable people in the city centre hosts a summer fundraiser in June. The Foxton Centre on Knowsley Street is inviting the people of Lancashire to visit and support it. On Monday 10 June the centre will be open from 7pm to 10pm for entertainment, a two course dinner and on-site bar. Shirah Bamber said: “The centre offers a safe place for vulnerable [...]
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