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A round-up of news in brief from across Lancashire
Celebrate British motoring’s heyday
Fans of classic cars can relive the heyday of British motoring at the Museum of Lancashire tomorrow.
The Lancashire branch of the Morris Minor Owners’ Club will meet visitors and talk about the history of the famous economy cars, known to enthusiasts as ‘loveable jelly moulds’, from 10.30am to 3.30pm in Stanley Street, Preston.
Charlotte Steels, Lancashire County Council’s museum manager, said: “It will be a lot of fun and a chance to enjoy some motoring nostalgia, even if you’re too young to remember tootling along the open roads of a bygone age.
“As well as the wonderful vintage cars on show, there will be quizzes and other activities for children, together with all of our usual family friendly attractions.”
Admission is free.
Volunteer plea for new shop
A charity is seeking volunteers to run a new shop in Lancashire.
The International Aid Trust, which is based at Much Hoole, is planning to open on Station Road in Bamber Bridge within the next two weeks.
Eileen Hardaker, of the trust, said: “We usually have around a dozen volunteers to run our shops, so we are looking for that many.”
Anyone interested should contact 01772 611000.
Family fun at hockey day
Leyland and Chorley Hockey Club is holding a Grow Your Club day for players old and new.
The event will take place from 10.30am on Sunday at the astroturf pitch on Old Worden Avenue, Buckshaw Village.
It includes mini games, a knock about for juniors, beat the keeper contest and a barbecue.
Barks in the park dog fun
Dogs get to celebrate the Guild with Bark in the Park.
The event, on Tuesday September 4 in Avenham Park, sees canine friends taking on the Guild Wheel walk - many in fancy dress.
There are prizes for the best outfits for dogs and owners. Registration is from 11.30am at the Belvedere with the walk starting at 12 noon. Registration is £5.
Intimidation at city underpass
Police have vowed to crack down on yobs who gather in an underpass and intimidate residents.
Residents in Avenham, Preston, have told the area’s Pact the Duke Street underpass is a repeated problem.
They also claim the underpass is used for possible drug taking and dealing. It is a Pact priority.
Car yobs meet at town shop
Yobs in cars have been reported gathering in a shop car park.
Residents have told the area’s Pact meeting they are gathering on the Co-op car park in Barclay Road, Longridge, during weekdays and evenings.
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Weather for Preston
Sunday 19 May 2013
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