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20mph speed limits scaled back in Lancashire in line with government policy despite potential to save lives

A 20mph zone in Broughton Pic: Paul Melling Twenty mile-per-hour speed limits will be implemented only on those roads in Lancashire where they are needed and the public want them. Lancashire County Council has made the commitment by […]

3 months ago
Firefighters tackle Lostock Hall barn fire for two hours

Staninfield Lane runs between Leyland and Lostock Hall Pic: Google Firefighters spent two hours tackling a fire at a barn on the outskirts of Lostock Hall. Crews were called to Staninfield Lane around 3.30pm on Wednesday 3 January, according to […]

3 months ago
Broughton subpostmistress Jacqueline McDonald terrified into guilty plea before living in exile from Preston

Preston Crown Court A woman from Preston was terrified into a guilty plea and ended up leaving the country due to its impact after being directly and wrongfully affected by the Post Office […]

3 months ago
Preston man with links to Longridge and Garstang wanted by police

Liam O'Connor Pic: Preston Police A Preston man is wanted in connection with criminal damage, malicious communications and making threats to damage property. Preston Police are seeking to trace Liam O’Connor. The 27-year-old is medium […]

3 months ago
Advertisement Advertisement Funeral details for Anthony ‘Tony’ Dilworth confirmed

Tony Dilworth Funeral and wake details for a legend of Lancashire’s Sunday Football League have been confirmed. Anthony ‘Tony’ Dilworth passed away on Christmas Eve. Prestonian Tony was born in the city […]

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Former Preston North End goalkeeper subjected to ‘disgusting, prolonged’ abuse

Connor Ripley during his time at PNE A former Preston North End footballer has spoken out about abuse he faced in a fixture on New Year’s Day. Goalkeeper Connor Ripley, who played for PNE between 2019 and […]

3 months ago
The Ferret hoping to see ‘For Sale’ sign brought down soon

The Ferret Pic: Cutting Edge The future of one of Preston’s most iconic, influential and important nightspots could be secured soon, it is hoped. The Ferret, on Fylde Road, is Preston’s most prominent provider of […]

3 months ago
Emergency crews rush to scene of bedroom fire overnight in Preston

Leicester Road in Preston The bedroom of a house in Preston went up in flames with crews from Lancashire Fire & Rescue Service called to the scene. Crews were called to Leicester Road at […]

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