Preston sign winger Mills from Oxford United
Preston North End has acquired winger Stan Mills from Oxford United. The transfer, which involves an undisclosed fee, is formalized with a three-year contract for Mills.
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Preston North End confirm seventh signing of summer as Stanley Mills saga ends
Preston North End has announced their seventh signing of the summer transfer window, bringing in Stanley Mills from Oxford United.
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Reports: Preston North End pushing to sign Stanley Mills before the weekend rather than in January
Preston North End is reportedly working to secure a deal for Stanley Mills before the weekend, rather than waiting until January. The negotiations appear to be expedited.
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Milutin Osmajic sends goodbye message to Preston North End players, fans and staff
Milutin Osmajic has bid farewell to the players, fans, and staff of Preston North End following his departure from the club earlier this week.
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All the new plans submitted in Preston last week featuring a new 25-bed HMO & private healthcare service
Last week, several new planning applications were submitted in Preston, including a proposal for a 25-bed house in multiple occupation (HMO) and a private healthcare service.
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Preston North End youngster heads out on loan to Northern Irish side managed by former PNE striker
Preston North End has loaned a young midfielder to a Northern Irish club, which is managed by a former striker from PNE. This marks another temporary departure for the player as he seeks more playing time.
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Ex-Preston North End favourite appears in retro shirt photoshoot at popular city centre cafe
A former Preston North End player participated in a photoshoot featuring retro shirts at a well-known cafe in the city center. During the event, he reminisced about his positive experiences while playing for the club.
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BBC confirms Top Gear will return four years after crash almost killed Preston-born Andrew “Freddie” Flintoff
Top Gear is set to make its return after a four-year hiatus following a serious crash involving Preston-born Andrew “Freddie” Flintoff. The BBC has officially confirmed the show's revival.
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Preston 'need five signings' as McCann suffers blow
Preston North End manager Paul Heckingbottom has indicated the need for five new signings before the transfer window closes. This statement comes following another injury setback for the team.
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Lancashire County Council provides update on dust plagued Plungington Road in Preston
Lancashire County Council has dispatched crews to Plungington Road in Preston to address ongoing dust issues following complaints from local residents.
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New Preston bus users group calls for the transport service to become publicly owned
A newly formed bus users group in Preston is advocating for the local transport service to be publicly owned. The initiative, which has the backing of Preston City Council and various local organizations, seeks to empower users to have a direct influence on enhancements to bus services.
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Asbestos discovery disrupts toilet repairs at Preston Town Hall
Repairs to the toilets at Preston Town Hall have been halted due to the discovery of asbestos. The presence of this hazardous material requires removal by a specialized contractor before work can continue.
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‘Crunch time’ - Paul Heckingbottom on Preston North End transfer prospects
Six days until the window slams shut.
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It made my ‘skin crawl’ said victim of man who sexually assaulted her | Preston Crown Court
It made my ‘skin crawl’ said victim of drunk man who tried to brush her hair and sexually assaulted her. Reporting from Preston Crown Court.
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Woman left on floor in 'excruciating pain'for 7 hours
A woman says she was left lying on the floor of Royal Preston Hospital for seven hours in 'excruciating' pain.
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Man arrested after 'fleeing police in Mini' and 'drugs found'
A man has been arrested on suspicion of drug dealing after he made off from officers in a silver Mini in Preston.
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Montenegro forward Osmajic leaves Preston for Genoa
Controversial Montenegro forward Milutin Osmajic joins Genoa after three seasons with Preston North End.
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Lancashire Police appeal after reported sexual assault at Fubar’s Rum Bar on Blackpool Promenade
The incident took place in the early hours of Sunday morning.
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Lancashire man jailed after making nearly £1 million through illegal streaming
A Chorley man has been jailed after making almost £1 million through the sale of illegal IPTV services.
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Police appeal after woman reports sexual assault in town centre bar
Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman reported being sexually assaulted inside a Lancashire town centre bar.
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Lancashire branches to close as UK chain shutting all 106 sites in coming weeks
A major UK restaurant chain has confirmed it will close all 106 of its sites next month, including its two branches in Lancashire.
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"It took them 14 minutes to reach us!" Lancashire fire service responds to concerns over Wesham response times
“It took the fire brigade 14 minutes to reach us! Those minutes were the longest, most terrifying of my life...”
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"It took them 14 minutes to reach us!" Lancashire fire service responds to concerns over Wesham response times
“It took the fire brigade 14 minutes to reach us! Those minutes were the longest, most terrifying of my life...”
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New speed limit to take effect on part of A6 at Galgate from August 31
Lancashire County Council has approved a revised Speed Limit Order setting a 50mph limit on Main Road (A6) at Galgate, due to come into force on August 31.
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Lancashire visitors warned as Lake District chiefs crack down on fly camping over the Bank Holiday
Visitors from Lancashire are being warned as national park chiefs vow to crack down on fly-camping as thousands of day-trippers are set to head to the Lake District this Bank Holiday weekend.
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Times thunderstorms are expected to hit Lancashire today and how long they will last, according to Met Office
The Met Office has issued a warning for thunderstorms across Lancashire...
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Lancashire dog owners urged to take new photos of their pets before August bank holiday for this reason
Four dogs are stolen each day.
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Lancashire rapist's appeal against sentence five years after deadline thrown out
A Lancashire man convicted of multiple historic sexual offences against two sisters has failed in a bid to overturn his convictions
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Councillor suing NHS warns tribunal backlog could undermine workers' rights
A Lancashire councillor's discrimination claim against an NHS trust has been delayed until 2027, prompting warnings that employment tribunal backlogs could undermine new workplace rights.
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East Lancs MP 'demands answers' from United Utilities over sewage spills
An East Lancashire MP has said he is “demanding answers” from United Utilities after concerns about raw sewage spills in local waterways
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Full Fibre broadband rollout begins in rural parts of Lancashire
Rural Lancashire communities are set to benefit from faster broadband as Openreach expands its Full Fibre network
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Grade II-listed clock tower could get first-ever lift for disabled visitors
Plans have been submitted to install a passenger lift inside one of Lancashire's best-known historic buildings to improve access for disabled visitors.
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Lancashire social worker wins national award for mental health research
Lancashire social worker Katy Cleece has been recognised for research aimed at improving mental health support for mothers and helping families receive earlier intervention
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Morrisons plans major EV charging hub with 8 bays at Lancashire store
Plans have been submitted to create a new electric vehicle charging hub at the Morrisons store in Lancashire.
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Drivers warned of temporary speed limit to be introduced on Lancashire road
A temporary 40mph speed limit will be introduced on Harbour Lane in Wheelton while fibre installation work is carried out
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Lancashire beat Hampshire on One-Day Cup
The Blaze secure their place in the One-Day Cup knockout phase in September as Somerset, Surrey and Lancashire also win.
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MP calls on council to pay more to save ferry service
Lancashire County Council and Wyre Council are at loggerheads over who should cover the cost.
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Lancs' kids can benefit from struggles - Bohannon
Stand-in captain Josh Bohannon hopes that Lancashire's younger players can learn from the team's struggles in the County Championship this season.
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