Coronavirus
“Weeks away from a full county-wide lockdown” warning from Public Health bosses
Lancashire’s top Public Health bosses are urging communities to work together to avoid further local lockdown measures.
Blackburn Life
News
Business
Jimmy’s Killer Prawns opens in Blackburn this Monday
A restaurant which boasts “the best tasting prawns in the world” is set to debut Blackburn this Monday 28th September 2020 at…
Entertainment
Panto fun will go ahead at Blackburn Empire
The Blackburn Empire Theatre has announced that its production of Dick Whittington and his Cat will go ahead this Christmas.
News
New restrictions in England as country reaches “perilous turning point”
The prime minister has announced a new raft of measures to avoid "hundreds of daily deaths".
Council
It’s Christmas…but not as we know it for Blackburn & Darwen
Blackburn & Darwen Council has revealed the borough's plans for events up to and including Christmas but it will be very different…
Coronavirus
What are the new rules from Tuesday 22 September in Blackburn & Darwen?
The government have issued the latest update to the new restrictions that apply to the whole of Blackburn & Darwen and most…
Coronavirus
New Restrictions for Lancashire from Tuesday – Restrictions on socialising with other households & leisure curfew
New tougher restrictions come into force in Lancashire (with the exception of Blackpool) this Tuesday as the government tries to reduce the…
News
No truth in acid attack rumours in Blackburn Town Centre
Blackburn Police have squashed rumours that a man had been subject to an acid attack in Blackburn Town Centre.
Entertainment
Drive-In Movies return to Witton Park this weekend!
Drive-In Movies return to Witton Park this weekend, with shows on Friday 18th, Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th September.
Leisure
Football all set to kick off in Blackburn & Darwen
Blackburn with Darwen Council have confirmed that official football club training and matches can go ahead as part of the "organised team…
Business
Local Venues are at the forefront of national campaign to “Save Our Theatres”
Blackburn and Darwen are at the forefront of a national fundraising campaign that has been launched by the Theatres Trust in partnership…
Comedy
John Bishop will be Right Here, Right Now in Blackburn
Comedy superstar John Bishop is coming to King George’s Hall, Blackburn on Thursday 25 November 2021 & Saturday 15th January 2022 with…
Entertainment
A Celebration of the Songs and Music of George Michael by the Artist that Turns a Different Corner
Rob Lamberti is a familiar face, so to speak, having forged a very successful singing career impersonating the pop star George Michael…
News
Northern Rail launch new timetable on Monday
Northern is set to introduced new timetables as the entire rail industry adapts to a ‘new normal’ as a result of the…
Coronavirus
Warning to follow the rules in Blackburn & Darwen or face more restrictions next week
Council leaders in Blackburn and Darwen have warned that "Everyone in Blackburn with Darwen must comply with the government’s restrictions to help…
News
Blackburn Cathedral Choir looking for new recruits
Blackburn Cathedral Choir has just a few places for lucky new choristers this year, with their new-look socially distanced choir.
Business
Relief for gyms, fitness and dance studios, indoor swimming pools and sports clubs in Blackburn
The government have announced that gyms, fitness and dance studios, indoor swimming pools and sports clubs in Blackburn will be able to…
Coronavirus
Shielding to end on 21st September for some in Blackburn & Darwen – Others must wait for Review
The council have announced that some people who are shielding in Blackburn & Darwen will need to continue shielding until 21st September…
Council
Public toilets removed from Darwen after multiple vandal attacks
Blackburn with Darwen Council has been forced to remove five portable toilets from Darwen town centre after they were repeatedly vandalised by…
News
The Blackburn Bus Company to run more buses as many timetables return to normal this weekend
Lancashire bus operator The Blackburn Bus Company is today confirming many of its buses will return to normal timetables this weekend, with…
Business
Council confirm lifting of restrictions in South & West of Blackburn and in Darwen
Blackburn with Darwen council has confirmed that the extra local restrictions in some parts of Blackburn and Darwen have been lifted today.…
Comedy
Fake News, updated and remixed for a post-Corona world with Jonathan Pie
Jonathan Pie’s critically acclaimed sell out show FAKE NEWS finally returns, updated and remixed for a post-Corona world. His live show arrives…
News
Tighter Restrictions confirmed in 8 areas of Blackburn as the lockdown is eased in the remaining areas
Additional guidance will be introduced Blackburn to help curb a rising tide of COVID-19 cases, following careful consideration of rates across England…
Coronavirus
Maps of the 8 wards that are likely to be affected by new lockdown restrictions in Blackburn
Maps of the 8 wards that are likely to be affected by new lockdown restrictions in Blackburn
Coronavirus
The eight wards that are likely to see tougher restrictions in Blackburn
A targeted approach to reducing the spread of Coronavirus in Blackburn with Darwen is set to be announced today.
Coronavirus
“Covid-safe” cabs begin rolling out in Blackburn with Darwen
Blackburn with Darwen Council’s Davyfield Road depot has been a hive of activity as a fleet of ‘covid-safe’ cabs were prepped to…
Coronavirus
Shielding advice extended to 7th September in Blackburn and Darwen
Blackburn with Darwen Council have announced that the clinically extremely vulnerable should continue to shield until 7th September. They are being sent…
Coronavirus
Council staff join local Track & Trace efforts to improve results
Blackburn with Darwen Council has announced it has developed local systems and council staff will now join in the contact tracing system,…
Business
Over 100 restaurants, cafes and pubs where you can get 50% off in and around Blackburn & Darwen!
Over 100 local restaurants, pubs and cafes have joined the Eat Out to Help Out scheme in and around Blackburn & Darwen.
Coronavirus
North West of England: new local restrictions – what you can and cannot do
New restrictions on household gatherings in parts of the North West including Blackburn and Darwen.
Coronavirus
Which Businesses will not be allowed to reopen in Blackburn and Darwen this weekend
More restrictions are due to be lifted nationally this weekend to allow more businesses to reopen, but this will not be the…
Business
Eat Out to Help Out – Local Restaurants, Cafes and Pubs
The 'Eat Out to Help Out' scheme will see participating businesses offering a 50% discount to customers on dine-in meals which can…
Music
Curtis Stigers brings Contemporary Jazz to Blackburn
Tickets go on sale at 10am tomorrow (Tuesday 27 July 2020) for Curtis Stigers at King George's Hall.
Food & Drink
Thira Restaurant – Review – “A 5 star rating from us”
For the food & service, it is definitely a 5 star rating from us.
Coronavirus
Everything you need to know about the updated travel restrictions for Spain
The Government has tonight confirmed that people returning to the UK from Spain (including islands) from midnight tonight (25 July 2020) will…
Coronavirus
Council confirm easing of lockdown will be delayed
Blackburn with Darwen Council have confirmed that the borough will be delaying the easing of lockdown, which will include indoor gyms and…