Miller Arcade apartments plan 'best opportunity' for landmark
Preston's Grade II-listed Miller Arcade will see upper floors converted into 46 apartments, with councillors approving the 'best opportunity' to secure its future.
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Morrisons Debuts AI Smart Trolleys with Touchscreens in UK
Morrisons becomes first UK retailer to use Instacart's AI-powered Caper trolleys with touchscreens that recognise items, weigh produce and speed up checkout.
Preston Urged to Land Government Office Hub in Station Quarter
Plans for five Grade A office blocks in Preston's Station Quarter aim to attract a major government department, with lobbying underway after the city missed a relocation list.
Bodies of Missing Men Found in Crashed Car in Lancashire
Two missing men from Preston, William Hutchinson and Stuart Tallis, were found dead in a crashed blue Peugeot 106 hidden in thick undergrowth off the A584 in Lancashire. Police appeal for witnesses.
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Two Missing Men Found Dead in Lancashire Car Crash
William Hutchinson, 31, and Stuart Tallis, 27, missing for over a week, were found deceased in a blue Peugeot 106 off the A584 near Preston after a collision.
Teen's Ice Cream Dream Raises Hospice Funds
Annie Pickup, 17, from Hutton, Lancashire, fulfilled her dream of serving ice cream from a van, raising £923 for Derian House Children's Hospice. She plans more events.
David Wilson Homes donates £1,000 to St Catherine's Hospice
David Wilson Homes donates £1,000 to St Catherine's Hospice to support an education event enhancing palliative care in care homes across Lancashire.
Social Worker Wins Safeguarding Award for Meal Service
Anita Chiumia, a social worker in Preston, won the Randip Bhogal Safeguarding Award for her volunteer work serving free hot meals and offering support to vulnerable people each Sunday.
Blackpool GP Runs London Marathon for Armed Forces Charity
A Blackpool GP and mother of two, Samantha Parker, is running the London Marathon to support SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, inspired by her friend and fitness instructor.
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Foster Mum's 'Gut Feeling' in Baby Murder Trial
A foster carer testified about her deep concerns after handing over a baby to adoptive fathers now accused of murder and abuse. Preston Davey died at 13 months with 40 injuries.
West Brom Boss Hails 'Magical' Win After Dramatic Week
Interim head coach James Morrison celebrates West Bromwich Albion's crucial 2-0 victory at Preston, calling it a 'magical' response to off-field financial concerns.
West Brom Win 2-0 at Preston with Maja and Dike Goals
West Bromwich Albion secured a crucial 2-0 victory over Preston North End, with Josh Maja and Daryl Dike scoring to extend their survival lead to five points despite ongoing financial fair play charges.
Preston Boss: 'No One' Expected West Brom's Championship Struggle
West Brom travel to Preston in a desperate bid for Championship survival, as Preston manager Paul Heckingbottom expresses surprise at Albion's position in the relegation battle.
Preston Estate Approved: 443 Homes, No School Timeline
Preston City Council has approved a major 443-home development in Cottam, but the promised primary school for the site has no construction timeline. The estate is part of the North West Preston Masterplan, which includes land for two schools that have yet
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DanceSyndrome Wins High Sheriff's Award for Inclusive Dance
Lancashire charity DanceSyndrome has been honoured at the High Sheriff's Awards for its groundbreaking inclusive dance programs, empowering people with learning disabilities through co-led sessions and performances.
Housebuilder Donates £1,500 to Preston Chronic Pain Charity
David Wilson Homes has donated £1,500 to S.M.I.L.E Preston, a charity supporting people with chronic pain through exercise, therapies, and social activities.
Preston Shopping Centre Demolished for Regeneration
St John's Shopping Centre in Preston, open since 1965, will be demolished to make way for three high-rise buildings with apartments, commercial units, and an NHS facility.
Preston Sports Village: 220 Homes and Grassroots Hub Planned
A major development in Longridge, Preston, proposes over 200 affordable homes alongside new sports facilities including a 3G football pitch, padel courts, and a gymnastics base.
Girl's 12-Hour Read-a-Thon Raises £567 for Hospice
Twelve-year-old Jayda Higginson from Preston, who has dyslexia, ADHD, and visual stress, completed a 12-hour read-a-thon for Derian House children's hospice, raising over £567 to support families like hers.
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Historic Miller Arcade in Preston Set for Residential Revamp
Plans have been unveiled to convert the vacant upper floors of Preston's historic Miller Arcade into 46 apartments, breathing new life into the 19th-century Grade II-listed building while preserving its Victorian Baroque architecture.
Lucie Grove Wins Lancashire Young Citizen of the Year Award
Lucie Grove, a 15-year-old from Preston, has been awarded Lancashire's Young Citizen of the Year 2026 for her pivotal role in an intergenerational social action program. The ceremony at Lancashire Police Headquarters also honored runners-up Millie Rooney
Dad Jailed for Shaking Newborn Son to Death in Frustration
Peter Sayle has been sentenced to nearly ten years in prison for the manslaughter of his six-week-old son Huxley, whom he violently shook after becoming frustrated by the infant's crying.
Silent Voices Film Screening for Homeless Women in Preston
Police and Crime Commissioner Clive Grunshaw attended a screening of Silent Voices, a film funded by his Violence Against Women and Girls Fund, which highlights the challenges faced by homeless women in Preston.
Dad's Web Searches Before Baby Manslaughter Plea
Peter Sayle admitted killing his six-week-old son after police found concerning internet searches about anger and crying babies. The case concluded at Preston Crown Court.
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Infinium Wins Investment for UK Holiday Park WiFi Rollout
Preston-based Infinium Group receives seven-figure funding from River Capital to expand its EDGE WiFi platform across UK holiday parks, aiming to serve thousands of operators nationwide.
Preston Approves School Expansion Plans for Growing Population
Preston Council has approved a comprehensive strategy to increase school capacity, including new primary and secondary provisions, to address rising demand from housing developments and birth rates.
£500 Donation to Sight Loss Charity in Preston
David Wilson Homes has donated £500 to Galloways, a leading sight loss charity in Preston, to support services for visually impaired people across Lancashire and Sefton.
How Lancashire's Sensory Impairment Team Aids Vision Loss
Denise Wilkinson and Dave Taylor share how Lancashire County Council's Sensory Impairment Team provided priceless support, including long cane training, after sight loss. Discover the life-changing service.
New Wildlife Trust Podcast Shares Conservation Stories
Discover the vital work of Lancashire Wildlife Trust through their new podcast, 'The Conservation Chronicles'. Listen to conversations with staff and experts on YouTube and their website.
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Local swimmers triumph at Preston Super Sprints
Young swimmers from across the region delivered stunning performances at the Preston Super Sprints, securing a huge medal tally and setting numerous personal bests. Discover the local champions.
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