Marcus Carver gave Stanley the lead with a goal just on half time. PNE equalised with 15 minutes to go with a goal from sub Brandon Zibaka. Luke Clark gave the Lilywhites three points with almost the last kick of the match.
PNE lead the table with 19 points from 8 matches and are one point ahead of Walsall but have two games in hand. The Saddlers kept their impressive 100% record with a 4-1 home victory over Stockport. Carlisle are third with 18 points from 8 matches after a 3-1 win at home to Bury. Then it's Tranmere, Burnley and Bury who all have 12 points from 8 matches.