Food & Drink
Spud-Tacular Mix-Up: Viral ‘Spud Brothers’ Not Coming to Blackburn
The confusion sprouted when a fresh jacket potato venture announced its New Year launch in Blackburn, causing a hot potato of a…
Blackburn Life
News
Charity
Blackburn’s Christmas Countdown has begun with Jack’s Big Adventure!
The festive season has officially begun at Blackburn Empire Theatre with the launch of this year’s spectacular pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk.
News
Who’s Excited for the New TJ Hughes in Blackburn?
It’s official! The former Debenhams site in Blackburn town centre is getting a brand-new lease of life with the arrival of TJ…
Business
New Bonmarché Store to Open in Blackburn This December
Bonmarché, the UK’s largest retailer for women’s fashion, will open a new store in Blackburn on the 12th of December.
Comedy
Snag Early Bird Tickets for Just £6 at the Empire Comedy Club!
Calling all comedy fans! For a limited time only, grab Early Bird tickets for just £6 to experience the Empire Comedy Club’s…
Blackburn History
Ghosts of Blackburn: Real or Halloween Pranks? You Decide!
With Halloween just around the corner, it’s time to dive into Blackburn’s spookiest spots. From historic theatres to haunted pubs, here are…
National
Time Warp Alert: Don’t Forget to Turn Back the Clocks Tonight!
It’s that time again—no, not Christmas (yet), but the night when we get to squeeze in an extra hour of beauty sleep,…
Festival
Blackburn Charity Bonfire Set to Light Up the Sky Once Again!
Get ready for a spectacular evening of fun, fireworks, and fundraising at the Annual Blackburn Charity Bonfire, returning to Witton Park on…
Music
Soulful Sounds Return: STAX of SOUL’s Legacy Tour Hits Blackburn
Blackburn Empire Theatre is gearing up for a night of vibrant soul music on Saturday, 26th October, as the legendary STAX of…
Music
Queen of the West End Kerry Ellis Adds New Date at Blackburn Empire Theatre
Kerry Ellis, the Queen of the West End, will bring her critically acclaimed Queen of the West End tour to Blackburn Empire…
Community
Generous Donation Revives Darwen’s St John Ambulance Station and Supports Local Brass Band
Darwen’s St John Ambulance station is set for a grand revival thanks to a generous donation that has provided the charity with…
Christmas
90s Dance Legends K-Klass to Headline Darwen Christmas Lights Switch-On!
Darwen’s Christmas lights switch-on headliner has been revealed as none other than 90s electro dance icons, K-Klass!
Council
Young Palestinians Receive Warm Welcome in Blackburn
A group of young Palestinians from the West Bank were warmly welcomed by the Mayor of Blackburn when they visited Blackburn Town…
Comedy
Prepare for a Hauntingly Hilarious Halloween with Clinton Baptiste at Blackburn Empire Theatre!
Get ready for an evening of supernatural comedy as Britain’s favorite clairvoyant, Clinton Baptiste, brings his brand-new show Roller Ghoster! to the…
Comedy
Every Night is Opening Night With the Totally Improvised Musical!
What do lovestruck beekeepers, menopausal mermaids, zombie prime ministers and deadly rival dentists have in common? They’ve all been the subject of…
Council
Warning Issued Over New Parking Fine Scam in Blackburn
Blackburn residents are being warned about a new parking fine scam after several reports were received by the Council.
Christmas
Jack and the Beanstalk Cast Bring Panto Magic to The Mall in Blackburn
The cast of Jack and the Beanstalk, Blackburn Empire Theatre’s highly anticipated pantomime, took a break from rehearsals to bring some festive…
News
Get Ready for a Thrilling Night with The Real Manhunter LIVE
Attention true crime fans and curious minds alike! Mark your calendars for Wednesday, 4 September 2024, because the Blackburn Empire Theatre is…
Council
Extra bins for food waste collections for all residents coming in 2026
Starting in June 2026, Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council will introduce a food waste collection service for all residents.
General Election 2024
“Tiger Patel” Withdraws to Avoid Splitting Anti-Labour Vote in Blackburn
Altaf Ibrahim Patel, known locally as Tiger Patel, has announced his decision to withdraw from the general election race in Blackburn and…
Home & Garden
Get a helping hand to move in Blackburn
KINGSWOOD Homes is hosting an informative event to let house hunters know how they can help to sell their current home.
News
Lancashire Town has the most dangerous drivers in the North West.
ecent data from the DVLA on UK driving licences suggests that Bacup has the most dangerous drivers in the North West, based…
Business
£10 Million Milestone for Blackburn BNI Group
A Blackburn-based BNI chapter is celebrating after its members generated over £2 million in the last year, bringing the total amount of…
Business
Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone Heralds Careers Fair Success
Minister for Disabled People, Health and Work, Mims Davies MP, was the guest of honour at Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone’s Careers…
Community
Hops and Dreams: Gill Singh’s Hunt to find her Precious Pub Files!
Gill Singh is on a mission: to track down her cherished "Pub Files", which she regrets losing in 2011.
Council
Former Thwaites Town Centre Site to become Temporary Vehicle Storage Depot
Blackburn with Darwen Council and Maple Grove Developments have agreed for Leyland DAF Trucks to use the former Thwaites brewery site in…
Home & Garden
Blackburn is still being hit by higher Petrol & Diesel Prices than nearby towns
Blackburn continues to be one of the most expensive areas to buy petrol and diesel in the region.
Council
Blackburn Town Centre Parking Charges to increase in 2024
Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council have announced they are to increase the cost of parking in Blackburn Town Centre from 5th February…
Charity
Darwen Food Share CIC Raises £7126.55 through Inspirational Sleep Out Fundraiser
In a remarkable display of dedication and community spirit, Darwen Food Share Community Interest Company (CIC) successfully raised £7126.55 during a challenging…
Charity
Step Into Christmas History: The Exchange Unveils Historic Christmas Tree Festival
This weekend, The Exchange invites the community to embark on a festive journey through time with its inaugural historic Christmas Tree Festival.…
Business
It’s Good News but only 30% turnout for Blackburn BID Third-Term Renewal
Why do so few businesses take part in the BID voting process.
Charity
An Invitation to Join Christmas Tree Festival at The Exchange
People across the borough have seized the opportunity to be part of the inaugural Christmas Tree Festival at the former Cotton Exchange…
Christmas
Local talent to shine at Blackburn’s Christmas lights switch-on
Blackburn town centre is gearing up their Christmas lights switch-on event this year, with a show-stopping musicals extravaganza on the programme. The…
Entertainment
Central Radio is expanding into Blackburn, Darwen and Burnley
"Proper" local radio is returning to Blackburn, Burnley and Darwen in November, with the launch of ‘Central Radio North West’
Christmas
Christmas Lights Switch On Events in Lancashire
Most local towns have now announced details of their Christmas Lights Switch on Events and here they are
Food & Drink
The Best of the Worst – Wish us Luck on our New Food Review Series
This week we begin our "Best of the Worst" to visit the worst rated restaurants or takeaways in Blackburn and Darwen.