But, strange as it may seem, the year 2008 is now some 16 years in the past and, as upsetting as that may be to countless readers (myself included) it warrants a little trip down memory lane to experience what life was like in Preston and on the Fylde Coast back in those days.
Take a trip back in time and reminisce.
Still fancy a bot more nostalgia or a few other trips down memory lane? Be sure not to miss some of our other recent retro picture collections...
1. Blackpool Fun Run 2008. Pictured are Wesham Road Runners, from left, Sue Jones, Julie Cruse, Mike Walsh, Carmel Sullivan and Kath Hoyer.
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2. Charlton Athletic v Preston North End at The Valley 08 03 2008 Chris Brown slots home the first goal
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4. Lytham Christmas Lights switch-on by the Mayor of Fylde - Councillor Susan Fazackerley. Also pictured is singer Stacey McClean from S Club Jnrs/8- as the "snow" starts to fall!
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