6 Mar, 2018

Funeral of tragic teen Michael Brooks to take place in Preston

The family of tragic teenager Michael Brooks has invited anyone who would like to help them celebrate his life to attend a service in Preston.

Latest News

âBullyingâ police sergeant jailed for physical and sexual assault

A disgraced âbullyingâ Lancashire police sergeant who physically and sexually assaulted a woman has been jailed for six years.

Lancashire anti-extremism workshops held to stamp out radicalisation

âIf I can stop people from killing themselves - and others - I have achieved my goal.â

Convicted sex offender âtook boy for a takeawayâ

A convicted sex offender who began communicating with a young boy in defiance of a court order to protect the public is facing a jail term.

NATIONAL APPRENTICESHIP WEEK: Bring apprenticeships back into fashion

In the not-so-distant past, apprenticeships were limited to the construction and engineering trades - but in recent years opportunities have expanded to include a variety of job sectors, covering literally hundreds of different roles.

Sport Update

PNEâs clash with Bristol City very important but not defining says Alex Neil

Preston North End boss Alex Neil says Tuesday night's clash with Bristol City is important in the play-off race but not the 'be all and end all'.

Chorley boss Jansen keen for March momentum

Chorley boss Matt Jansen hopes the postponements caused by the Beast from the East can benefit his side, as he targets a momentous March to fire them into the play-offs.

Pole vault star Bradshaw misses World indoors in bid to be fit for Gold Coast Commonwealth Games

Chorley pole vaulter Holly Bradshaw ended her indoor season early in a bid to be fit for the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games.

And finally...

RETRO: A stroll around Preston in 1987

Feeling nostalgic for Zippy buses and the Preston of your youth? Take a stroll around some of these streets around Preston pictured in 1987.

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