And so, why not indulge in a bit of nostalgia by exploring our best archive pics of Preston life back in 1980 and 1981.
These are some incredible historic pictures, so have a look and see if you recognise any familiar sights or faces...
Still fancy a bit more old school reminiscing? Be sure not to miss some of our other most popular recent retro picture collections...
25. Elephants never forget, so they say. And more than 30 animal lovers have put their best feet forward to prove they haven't forgotten the elephants. The enthusiasts gathered for a sponsored walk around Preston's Moor Park. Preston South MP Mr Stan Thorne was one of the first to arrive. Picture shows Mr Thorne, with dogs Jason and Duffy, among the walkers
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26. Star Wars hero Luke Skywalker has got nothing on a Preston artist when it comes to being quick on the draw... For in the art of designing and modelling, 21-year-old Philip Harrison is in a galaxy of his own. And his latest effort - taken from the sci-fi film The Empire Strikes Back - is currently on exhibition at Preston's Odeon Cinema. It's a scale model of Yoda. Philip is pictured above holding the model, along with Miss Preston and a stormrooper
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27. Lines learnt, voices pitched, costumes made and props crafted - all that remains is for the curtain to go up on Preston St Augustine's youth club's annual panto. This year, it's the youngsters' version of Jack and the Beanstalk.
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28. Whiles the witches prepare their broomsticks, these youngsters have got themselves ready for Halloween with a turnip lamp competition. The contest was organised by the owner of Hutton Village Stores, Preston, Parish Coun Alan Balier. And the winners were Catherine Gallagher, five; Michael Jones, seven; Jackie Walmsley, 12; Samantha Kilpatrick, 10; and Michael Gallagher, 10
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