Preston Local News
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The heart of Preston could look very different after ambitious plans submitted
The project would ultimately see Fishergate Shopping Centre demolished
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The Lancashire schools officially named among UK's best in The Sunday Times Parent Power 2026 guide
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide for 2025 has been published today and several Lancashire schools made the list
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Former driving test centre in Preston to be turned into apartments
The plans have been approved
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Decision reached on Preston mosque set up without approval in empty shop
The mosque had built up a congregation of around 130 people
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Tragedy as woman, 87, dies in hospital after being hit by car
She suffered serious head, chest and leg injuries
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Five men named and charged after police patrols descend on Preston city centre
Three teenagers were also arrested for theft of a motor vehicle
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'Christmas chaos' claim as Lancashire BAE Systems workers extend strike action
Hundreds of staff are escalating their dispute in the face of what they deem "Scrooge-like" behaviour
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Mum-of-three tragically found dead after accidentally taking too many painkillers
Amie was just 37
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'It’s about peace, international law and justice' - friendship agreement signed between Preston and Palestinian city Hebron
'We condemn all forms of violence'
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'This is not a normal relationship' - Judge refuses to lift restraining order for woman who 'still loves' violent partner
Darren Callaghan was jailed for four months after being caught with the woman at approved premises
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'Do not approach' warning as police ask for help to find missing man
Anyone who sees Phillip Gerald Place should call 999
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'Landmark moment' as giant crane lifts sections of Preston’s new Tram Bridge into place
"The new Tram Bridge will play a vital role within the community for decades to come"
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Lancashire hospital trust hit with threat over soaring £17m deficit
A notice was issued by NHS England
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Man tragically dies after being found 'unresponsive' at Ashton-on-Ribble house
There are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances
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Preston village 'will miss out on new facilities' if new homes plan is refused
Planning officers have recommended the application is refused permission
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The beautiful £750k Preston property perfect for those seeking rural charm
The house's showstopper is the welcoming farmhouse-style kitchen
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Pig farm odour warning for new sports village and 250-home estate
The proposed development would include six padel courts and a dance school
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Major changes unveiled for Preston's stalled 'sloped' apartment block
The strikingly-designed building was intended to spring up in place of a row of derelict retail units that had been empty since 2007
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Question mark hangs over future of Preston student homes plan at old police site
Permission to develop 250 'high quality' flats expires in six months
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Police descend on street where suspected thieves were 'hiding in garden'
Three teenagers have been arrested
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Police issue update after woman found dead at Preston train station
The death is not being treated as suspicious
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Skelmersdale stalker sent article links about arson to his victim after setting ex-girlfriend's house on fire
Thomas Heslip's sentencing is set to resume on December 11
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'I cannot imagine anything worse than merging with Preston'
"It would be entirely unacceptable for Garstang residents"
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Cameras at Preston supermarket ran for seven years without permission
Users found in breach of car park rules face £100 fines from ParkingEye
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Long-abandoned Preston car showroom site could finally get a new use
It follows a string of failed redevelopment plans dating back to the mid-2010s