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Police want to speak with three men as part of their investigation into a burglary in Ribbleton.

Investigation into theft of jewellery from a home in Ribbleton – Blog Preston

Investigations have been ongoing since August and police have now released footage which shows the three men they want to speak with.

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The new store is to be known as Sharoe Green Spar.

Work has been ongoing for more than a year in Watling Street Road to get it ready on the site of the former car garage. 🏪

SPAR confirm opening date for new Fulwood store – Blog Preston

A banner advertising a new SPAR shop has appeared on Watling Street Road and revealed the opening day. The new…

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A man with links to Bamber Bridge is wanted for breaching court bail conditions.

Liam Elmer on the run after breaching bail conditions – Blog Preston

Police have released a new police custody image to go with their appeal.

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The works to repair one of the city's most pothole ridden stretches of road had been due to take place overnight.

But Lancashire County Council has confirmed daytime closures will begin from Saturday 25 October. 🚧🚧🚧

Black Bull Lane closures now due to take place during daytime – Blog Preston

Overnight works had been planned by the county council to tackle potholes

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Blog Preston @blogpreston.co.uk · 7h

The fist statue, made of brick by a budding artist in the 1980s, had disappeared when work on the Youth Zone began.

It's been preserved and will have a new place to stand in Preston. ✊🧱

Brick Is Beautiful sculpture saved and due to be relocated in the city – Blog Preston

Heritage campaigners say they are working for a new spot for it to stand after it was safely tucked away during Youth Zone building works

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Residents in one part of Preston have the chance to elect a new councillor to represent them this week.

Preston City Council Ashton by-election preview and full list of candidates – Blog Preston

Polling stations are open for voting between 7am and 10pm – and voters must present an approved form of photo ID in order to cast their ballot.

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The results of a structural inspection appear to have dashed the hopes of a community group to salvage part of ‘The Tithebarn’ – opposite the bus station – and turn it into a heritage centre for the city.

Any work to repair Tithebarn pub would ‘put people at risk’, says council-commissioned report – Blog Preston

The results of a structural inspection appear to have dashed the hopes of a community group to salvage part of ‘The Tithebarn’

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Lanes shut on M6 as emergency services rush to scene of multi-vehicle crash
The incident happened between junction 26 to join with the M58 and junction 27 for Wigan.

Lanes shut on M6 as emergency services rush to scene of multi-vehicle crash – Blog Preston

The incident happened between junction 26 to join with the M58 and junction 27 for Wigan.

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A mass ride out is planned with all cyclists in the city invited to take part - starting in Moor Park and heading to Avenham Park 🚲🚲🚲

Preston Pedals’ Glow Ride to light up city centre for safer cycling – Blog Preston

The glow ride begins at Moor Park and heads through the city centre to Avenham Park

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The show will feature hits including Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, and Gimme Gimme

Planet ABBA tribute band coming to Ribble Valley venue – Blog Preston

Grab your flares and boogie to hits including Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, and Gimme Gimme Gimme

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One man was arrested at the scene, with another man and a woman arrested later on Tuesday in connection with what was uncovered in the property off New Hall Lane

Fishwick drugs raid sees three people arrested as cash and cannabis found – Blog Preston

Three people are being questioned on suspicion of possession with intent to supply drugs

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All the firework displays we've found so far in and around Preston to prepare to look skywards at.

From quiet fireworks at the fire service HQ to Longridge cricket club's display, we'll be keeping this regularly updated 🎆🎆🎆

Firework displays in and around Preston for Bonfire night 2025 – full list and map – Blog Preston

Details for the Hoppers, Worden Park, Astley Park and Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service firework displays amongst others

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A number of police vehicles were spotted in Mariners Way near Morrisons during Monday evening.

Police presence at Preston Docks explained as van driver pulled over – Blog Preston

A police presence on the city’s Docks saw a van stopped. Preston Police had multiple vehicles on Mariners Way during…

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He is a Ukranian truck driver who has been living in Poland for the last five years and is a volunteer driver for the International Aid Trust.

See more about Alan and rotary club's efforts

Preston Rotary group fund ambulance to aid Ukraine civilians – Blog Preston

A Preston group has teamed up with the CEO of International Aid Trust to help civilians of Ukraine.

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The keys to a refurbished ambulance being handed over on the Ukranian border.

Alan Atkinson of Preston South Rotary was part of the team who fundraised and drove the vehicle to Poland where he was met by Andri.

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'Strong words of advice' about taking the law into your own hands were given

Fireworks aimed at police officers on Callon estate before member of public lashes out on New Hall Lane – Blog Preston

A spokesperson for police said: “We know that incidents involving fireworks cause alarm and distress. Anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated, and we will take action to keep communities safe.”...

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The new facility at the city's university includes a fully equipped rehabilitation centre with gym machines, examination rooms, and a studio for classes. 💙💙💙

Public wellness centre opens at University of Lancashire – Blog Preston

A fully equipped space opened last week within Preston’s university to offer health screenings to workforces in the region.

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An urgent police search is underway after a man from Hoghton was reported missing.

Search underway after 82-year-old goes missing from Hoghton home – Blog Preston

Police said that they are concerned about his welfare and that he might appear confused. They said that if you see him you should call 999.

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Preston Railway Station's role in World War One has been recognised as it reaches the final stage of a competition to mark the most 'life-changing' rail site in the UK.

Preston Railway Station recognised for World War One impact as it reaches final stage of competition – Blog Preston

Voting is taking place between 13 and 17 October to try to find the UK’s most life-changing station.

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Lancashire County Council has insisted that the futures of 10 elderly care facilities have not yet been decided – after it was accused of making up its mind to close them before a public consultation has taken place.