People across the borough have seized the opportunity to be part of the inaugural Christmas Tree Festival at the former Cotton Exchange on King William Street in Blackburn. For those who haven’t yet registered, there’s still a chance to join this unique celebration of community spirit.
Blackburn town centre is gearing up their Christmas lights switch-on event this year, with a show-stopping musicals extravaganza on the programme.
The ‘From Broadway to Blackburn: Christmas Lights Switch On Spectacular’ will take place on Saturday, November 25th from 2.30pm on King William Street.
“Proper” local radio is returning to Blackburn, Burnley and Darwen in November, with the launch of ‘Central Radio North West’
Most local towns have now announced details of their Christmas Lights Switch on Events and here they are
This week we begin our “Best of the Worst” to visit the worst rated restaurants or takeaways in Blackburn and Darwen.
Creams Cafe, the UK’s leading dessert restaurant brand, is excited to announce the grand opening of its new store in Blackburn on Thursday, 26th October 2023!
The current Top 10 sit down restaurants in Blackburn. Do you agree or is your favourite missing from the list?
Darwen’s Christmas lights switch on will be headlined by 90s dance act N-Trance on Saturday, November 18th.
In exciting news, The Butlers Arms will be opening its doors on Monday, October 23rd!
A local shopkeeper has contacted Blackburn Life about the “shocking state” of areas of Blackburn Town Centre, including a shoppers’ pay and display car park, dead plant displays and filthy entrances into the town.
Blackburn Wilko store is set to close its doors for the last time on Thursday, October 5, 2023.
Blackburn’s Panto Season to Get Off to a Roaring Start with Enchanting Meet & Greet in the Mall
Pan-Asian noodle chain Chopstix is set to reopen its Blackburn with Darwen store on Monday 25th September after a £100k revamp.
Fifteen people have been charged as part of a Lancashire Constabulary investigation into the supply of cocaine, ketamine, and cannabis across East Lancashire.
Artist impressions have been released for the first time of how Blackburn’s St John’s church could be transformed into a high-quality, sustainable workspace.
Come and talk to us about a fresh start – that’s the offer from North West bus operator Transdev to workers facing redundancy following the collapse of high street retailer Wilko.
A cyclist in his 30s was injured in a head-on collision with a car at the Four Lane Ends junction in Blackburn on Thursday evening.
Did you know that thieves can steal your car without ever breaking a window? All they need is a device that can mirror your car key signal.
The Blackburn Empire Theatre is thrilled to announce its upcoming Volunteer Recruitment Open Day on Sunday, 10th September, 2023 from 12:00pm to 4:00pm.
A section of Blakey Moor in Blackburn is to close from today for up to 3 years to allow for the major restoration and redevelopment of the historic Victoria Building.
Crown Paints in Darwen has made a colourful donation to local charity, Blackburn Empire Theatre.
Significant improvements to a children’s play area and cycle trail have been unveiled in Queen’s Park in Audley, featuring a range of measures to improve safety and usability.
Get ready for a night of laughter and relatable moments as Mum’s the Word, the hit comedy sketch show, comes to the Blackburn Empire this Autumn.
Exciting news is on the horizon for Blackburn Cathedral Gardens as construction begins on a brand-new Children’s Play area. This project aims to enrich the existing public gardens while providing
Exciting news for book lovers! A new Waterstones bookstore is soon to grace Blackburn town centre.
Brace yourselves for a hilarious and thrilling one-man stand-up show as Clinton Baptiste, the renowned clairvoyant medium psychic from Peter Kay’s ‘Phoenix Nights,’ takes the stage at Blackburn Empire Theatre next year.
Police have today (June 12) charged a man with the murder of David Read in Blackburn.
An update has been provided by Blackburn with Darwen Council regarding the fire incident that occurred at Pleasington Crematorium on Thursday, 8th June. The council hopes the Crematorium can reopen in a matter of weeks rather than months.
Excitement is in the air as Go Ape, the popular adventure course, announces the opening of its newest location in Witton Country Park, Blackburn.
Police have launched a murder investigation after a man was found deceased in his Blackburn flat.
Blackburn Cathedral has announced an enchanting musical event that is set to mesmerise attendees with a day of Cathedral Music, Talks & Performance Opportunities.
Blackburn Pride is set to return this month, and it promises to be an unforgettable experience! Mark your calendars for Saturday, 17th June, as Blackburn Town Centre becomes the vibrant hub of festivities.
Blackburn Life believe in supporting their local community, business and organisations and that’s why we created “The Big Guide” – Our What’s On Guide that is FREE to everyone.
Speeds of processing planning applications in Blackburn with Darwen continue to improve, putting the Council top of all Lancashire authorities for major planning applications.
Would you like to be involved in creating a legacy and discovering more about the heritage of an iconic building in Blackburn Town Centre?
A round up of some of our favourite local market traders in Blackburn
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