Preston2 days agoScrap metal fire battle 'could last for days'The blaze at a site in Preston is under control but may take days to clear, fire chiefs say.2 days ago3 days agoWhy is there a South African embassy in Preston?Professor Stephen Grigg runs a mission between the UK and South Africa from a Preston farmhouse.3 days ago3 days agoSmart glasses help woman keep guide dog safe in heatLorraine says AI-powered glasses help her identify streets, read letters and navigate shops.3 days ago11 Jul 2026Fire next to railway tracks causes cancellationsMajor disruption is expected for the rest of the day, National Rail says.11 Jul 20268 Jul 2026Boy wants to play with Luke Littler 'before it is too late' Harry, 11, from Bamber Bridge, Preston has muscle wasting condition Duchenne muscular dystrophy.8 Jul 20267 Jul 2026Most of UK's at risk theatres in north-west EnglandTwo more theatres - including Preston Guild Hall are added to a UK-wide at risk register.7 Jul 20266 Jul 2026Work on £77m road project still a year awayThe works at Croston Road and Centurion Way have survived a cull of infrastructure projects.6 Jul 20265 Jul 2026Two found dead in crashed car in missing men searchWilliam Hutchinson was last seen on 24 June and Stuart Tallis was reported missing three days later.5 Jul 20265 Jul 2026City centre revamp to bring year-long disruptionThe scheme in Preston city centre will include new trees, paving, planting and street furniture.5 Jul 2026...
