Central Radio News from Sunday, May 31st, 2026
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'We were snubbed at Preston tram bridge opening - even though we helped make it happen'
The group that campaigned for Preston’s ‘Old Tram Bridge’ to be replaced claims it was “cut out” of the most important parts of the ceremony to celebrate the opening of the new structure.
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Derelict empty property brought back into use through council action
A derelict property posing health problems to its neighbours in central Blackpool has been brought back into use thanks to council action.
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Preston phone box revamp approval
The 21st-century revamp of Preston’s famous row of red phone boxes has moved a step closer after the digital screens that are set to transform them cleared a key planning hurdle.
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Accident at Norcross roundabout reignites debate over new safety improvements
A road traffic accident on Norcross roundabout – for many years labelled ‘dangerous – has reignited discussions on whether recent improvements have made it safer.
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‘Kick these reckless people off this Chorley reservoir before someone drowns’
A Chorley councillor has called for people taking safety risks at a reservoir in the borough to be removed from the site by the water company that operates it.
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Three arrested in Blackpool
Three people have been arrested following a protest and counter-protest in Blackpool yesterday.



