The Lilywhites took three points as they hosted Barnsley on Saturday afternoon.
The Championship tie was their first since Ryan Lowe took over last week and he got off to a superb start thanks to goals from Alan Browne and Daniel Johnson.
Preston now sit 14th in the league and could move into the top half of the table if they are to beat Millwall at the weekend.
Here are the best of today’s Championship rumours...
1. Celtic told they "cant afford" Semenyo
Celtic have been told ‘they can’t afford’ Bristol City forward Antoine Semenyo after they sent scouts to assess the £20m rated striker with a view to making a move in the summer (FLW) Photo: Alex Davidson
2. Cherries could try to make Davis move permanent
Bournemouth are considering a permanent move for Leeds United loanee Leif Davis in the summer (DorsetLive) Photo: Bryn Lennon
3. Chelsea target West Brom teenager
Chelsea "lead the chase" for 15-year old West Brom youth star Jamaldeen Jimoh (The Sun) Photo: Bryn Lennon
4. Spurs and Arsenal give up on Carvalho
Arsenal and Tottenham have both reportedly conceded defeat in their pursuit of Fulham hotshot Fabio Carvalho - leaving Manchester United and Liverpool free to battle over a summer deal for the youngster (Express) Photo: Jacques Feeney