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Blackburn’s Christmas Countdown has begun with Jack’s Big Adventure!

Fri 22 Nov, 2024

The festive season has officially begun at Blackburn Empire Theatre with the launch of this year’s spectacular pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk.

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Who’s Excited for the New TJ Hughes in Blackburn?

Wed 13 Nov, 2024

It’s official! The former Debenhams site in Blackburn town centre is getting a brand-new lease of life with the arrival of TJ Hughes

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New Bonmarché Store to Open in Blackburn This December

Fri 08 Nov, 2024

Bonmarché, the UK’s largest retailer for women’s fashion, will open a new store in Blackburn on the 12th of December.

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Snag Early Bird Tickets for Just £6 at the Empire Comedy Club!

Thu 07 Nov, 2024

Calling all comedy fans! For a limited time only, grab Early Bird tickets for just £6 to experience the Empire Comedy Club’s stellar triple-headline show on Saturday, 22 March 2025

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Ghosts of Blackburn: Real or Halloween Pranks? You Decide!

Tue 29 Oct, 2024

With Halloween just around the corner, it’s time to dive into Blackburn’s spookiest spots. From historic theatres to haunted pubs, here are some ghostly tales that might just make your hair stand on end.

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Time Warp Alert: Don’t Forget to Turn Back the Clocks Tonight!

Sat 26 Oct, 2024

It’s that time again—no, not Christmas (yet), but the night when we get to squeeze in an extra hour of beauty sleep, Netflix, or early morning snoozing!

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Blackburn Charity Bonfire Set to Light Up the Sky Once Again!

Tue 22 Oct, 2024

Get ready for a spectacular evening of fun, fireworks, and fundraising at the Annual Blackburn Charity Bonfire, returning to Witton Park on Thursday, 9th November

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Soulful Sounds Return: STAX of SOUL’s Legacy Tour Hits Blackburn

Fri 18 Oct, 2024

Blackburn Empire Theatre is gearing up for a night of vibrant soul music on Saturday, 26th October, as the legendary STAX of SOUL brings their celebrated Legacy Tour to East Lancashire.

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Queen of the West End Kerry Ellis Adds New Date at Blackburn Empire Theatre

Thu 17 Oct, 2024

Kerry Ellis, the Queen of the West End, will bring her critically acclaimed Queen of the West End tour to Blackburn Empire Theatre on Wednesday 24 September 2025.

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Generous Donation Revives Darwen’s St John Ambulance Station and Supports Local Brass Band

Wed 16 Oct, 2024

Darwen’s St John Ambulance station is set for a grand revival thanks to a generous donation that has provided the charity with a new home—completely free of charge.

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90s Dance Legends K-Klass to Headline Darwen Christmas Lights Switch-On!

Wed 16 Oct, 2024

Darwen’s Christmas lights switch-on headliner has been revealed as none other than 90s electro dance icons, K-Klass!

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Young Palestinians Receive Warm Welcome in Blackburn

Wed 16 Oct, 2024

A group of young Palestinians from the West Bank were warmly welcomed by the Mayor of Blackburn when they visited Blackburn Town Hall on Monday.

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Prepare for a Hauntingly Hilarious Halloween with Clinton Baptiste at Blackburn Empire Theatre!

Wed 16 Oct, 2024

Get ready for an evening of supernatural comedy as Britain’s favorite clairvoyant, Clinton Baptiste, brings his brand-new show Roller Ghoster! to the Blackburn Empire Theatre this Halloween!

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Every Night is Opening Night With the Totally Improvised Musical!

Mon 14 Oct, 2024

What do lovestruck beekeepers, menopausal mermaids, zombie prime ministers and deadly rival dentists have in common? They’ve all been the subject of a Totally Improvised Musical! Don’t miss the opening and closing night of your very own musical at The Blackburn Empire Theatre this Thursday.

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Warning Issued Over New Parking Fine Scam in Blackburn

Wed 02 Oct, 2024

Blackburn residents are being warned about a new parking fine scam after several reports were received by the Council.

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Jack and the Beanstalk Cast Bring Panto Magic to The Mall in Blackburn

Wed 02 Oct, 2024

The cast of Jack and the Beanstalk, Blackburn Empire Theatre’s highly anticipated pantomime, took a break from rehearsals to bring some festive fun to The Mall in Blackburn.

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Get Ready for a Thrilling Night with The Real Manhunter LIVE

Wed 28 Aug, 2024

Attention true crime fans and curious minds alike! Mark your calendars for Wednesday, 4 September 2024, because the Blackburn Empire Theatre is bringing you an electrifying evening with none other

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Extra bins for food waste collections for all residents coming in 2026

Tue 09 Jul, 2024

Starting in June 2026, Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council will introduce a food waste collection service for all residents.

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“Tiger Patel” Withdraws to Avoid Splitting Anti-Labour Vote in Blackburn

Tue 25 Jun, 2024

Altaf Ibrahim Patel, known locally as Tiger Patel, has announced his decision to withdraw from the general election race in Blackburn and encouraged another independent, Adnan Hussain, to step aside too . This decision aims to consolidate the vote against the Labour Party.

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Get a helping hand to move in Blackburn

Tue 16 Apr, 2024

KINGSWOOD Homes is hosting an informative event to let house hunters know how they can help to sell their current home.

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Lancashire Town has the most dangerous drivers in the North West.

Tue 16 Apr, 2024

ecent data from the DVLA on UK driving licences suggests that Bacup has the most dangerous drivers in the North West, based on points per population, with Blackburn coming in in seventh spot.

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£10 Million Milestone for Blackburn BNI Group

Mon 18 Mar, 2024

A Blackburn-based BNI chapter is celebrating after its members generated over £2 million in the last year, bringing the total amount of work referred within the group to over £10 million since its launch.

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Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone Heralds Careers Fair Success

Mon 18 Mar, 2024

Minister for Disabled People, Health and Work, Mims Davies MP, was the guest of honour at Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone’s Careers Fair on Thursday 29th February 2024.

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Hops and Dreams: Gill Singh’s Hunt to find her Precious Pub Files!

Wed 14 Feb, 2024

Gill Singh is on a mission: to track down her cherished “Pub Files”, which she regrets losing in 2011.

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Former Thwaites Town Centre Site to become Temporary Vehicle Storage Depot

Mon 15 Jan, 2024

Blackburn with Darwen Council and Maple Grove Developments have agreed for Leyland DAF Trucks to use the former Thwaites brewery site in Blackburn as temporary storage for commercial vehicles.

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Blackburn is still being hit by higher Petrol & Diesel Prices than nearby towns

Mon 15 Jan, 2024

Blackburn continues to be one of the most expensive areas to buy petrol and diesel in the region.

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Blackburn Town Centre Parking Charges to increase in 2024

Tue 05 Dec, 2023

Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council have announced they are to increase the cost of parking in Blackburn Town Centre from 5th February 2024.

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Darwen Food Share CIC Raises £7126.55 through Inspirational Sleep Out Fundraiser

Mon 04 Dec, 2023

In a remarkable display of dedication and community spirit, Darwen Food Share Community Interest Company (CIC) successfully raised £7126.55 during a challenging sleep-out event held at Whitehall Park, Darwen, on

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Step Into Christmas History: The Exchange Unveils Historic Christmas Tree Festival

Thu 23 Nov, 2023

This weekend, The Exchange invites the community to embark on a festive journey through time with its inaugural historic Christmas Tree Festival. A heartwarming celebration of past, present, and future.

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It’s Good News but only 30% turnout for Blackburn BID Third-Term Renewal

Sat 18 Nov, 2023

Why do so few businesses take part in the BID voting process.

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An Invitation to Join Christmas Tree Festival at The Exchange

Wed 25 Oct, 2023

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.

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Local talent to shine at Blackburn’s Christmas lights switch-on

Mon 23 Oct, 2023

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.

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Central Radio is expanding into Blackburn, Darwen and Burnley

Mon 23 Oct, 2023

“Proper” local radio is returning to Blackburn, Burnley and Darwen in November, with the launch of ‘Central Radio North West’

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Christmas Lights Switch On Events in Lancashire

Sun 22 Oct, 2023

Most local towns have now announced details of their Christmas Lights Switch on Events and here they are

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The Best of the Worst – Wish us Luck on our New Food Review Series

Sun 22 Oct, 2023

This week we begin our “Best of the Worst” to visit the worst rated restaurants or takeaways in Blackburn and Darwen.

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Giveaways & Free Spooky Sundaes as Creams Cafe to Host Spooktacular Grand Opening in Blackburn

Fri 20 Oct, 2023

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!

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