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Something About George heads to Blackburn Empire for one-night tribute to George Harrison
A live tribute to George Harrison is coming to Blackburn Empire for one night only – featuring My Sweet Lord, Something, Got My Mind Set on You and more, performed live with the story behind the music.
Volunteer by Water: help care for canals and rivers across Lancashire
The Canal & River Trust is inviting people across Lancashire to volunteer by water, helping care for canals, rivers and towpaths while making a real difference in local communities.
Something About George heads to Blackburn Empire for one-night tribute to George Harrison
A live tribute to George Harrison is coming to Blackburn Empire for one night only – featuring My Sweet Lord, Something, Got My Mind Set on You and more, performed live with the story behind the music.
Volunteer by Water: help care for canals and rivers across Lancashire
The Canal & River Trust is inviting people across Lancashire to volunteer by water, helping care for canals, rivers and towpaths while making a real difference in local communities.
A man wanted on recall to prison was arrested in dramatic fashion in Blackburn after attempting to flee police, only to be chased down the pavement in Blackburn Town Centre by a mounted officer.
Local sewing and craft specialists Hobkirk Sewing Machines have launched their January Sale, with 25% off a wide range of products available both online and in store.
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Long-standing Darwen fashion boutique Solitaire announces closure after 48 years
A well-known independent fashion boutique in Darwen has announced it will close its doors after nearly five decades in business.
Channel 4’s The Dog House Seeks Loving Homes in Blackburn as Rescue Centres Feel the Strain
Rehoming charities across Blackburn are experiencing an unprecedented surge in demand, highlighting the growing need for people willing to open their homes to rescue dogs. Against this backdrop, the makers
Snow White smashes records at Blackburn Empire – and panto season has only just begun
Panto season is back in Blackburn with a bang as Snow White opens at Blackburn Empire Theatre – and it is already a record-breaking year.
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Josh Widdicombe’s new stand-up show arrives in Blackburn on Monday 23rd May 2022.
A warning has been issued to people who are tempted to buy tickets for the Liam Gallagher gig in Blackburn on 27th April.
A convoy, which is part of a nationwide festival, lands in Blackburn’s Cathedral Square on Thursday 19 May
Jack Dee’s live tour, “Off the Telly”, was cut off in its prime when the pandemic hit the UK last spring.
Excitement is mounting as the one-off gig by Liam Gallagher approaches. He is due to appear at King George’s Hall, Blackburn on 27th April 2022 in celebration of his new
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The details of all candidates standing for the local elections in Blackburn with Darwen have now been published.
Non-barcoded stamps will become invalid for use on 31 January 2023.
Blackburn’s traditional Easter Fun Fair returns to Witton Park this Easter, headlined as the first Easter Fair for three years after the COVID pandemic stopped the rides and fun.
Free holiday club places are being offered during the Easter holidays offered to children who qualify for free school meals.
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King George’s Hall in Blackburn have today announced two new comedy stars coming to the venue later this year.
Work is underway on transforming an important part of Blackburn’s ‘cultural quarter’ – Blakey Moor Terrace.
The Director of Public Health who has been at the helm of Blackburn with Darwen’s course through the Covid pandemic is retiring this week.
Blackburn with Darwen Council’s annual apprenticeship recruitment drive is back – and this year they are set to recruit up to 26 new apprentices.
The Mall Blackburn is gearing up for its first major Easter event for over two years and is looking forward to welcoming little shoppers to its free Wonderland of Fun!
An autism friendly walk-through film about Blackburn train station commissioned by Community Rail Lancashire is being celebrated during World Autism Acceptance Week. It is part of 10 films showcasing railway
From April 1st the Council is investing in a 12 month programme of free leisure sessions across the borough. This will start with the inclusion of a variety of activities including gym-based, swimming and cycling sessions.
A remarkable interpretive singer, Kate Rusby’s soulful vocals resonate with the wistful beauty of an earthbound angel.
A traditional Irish folk and ballad band, The Kilkennys are noted for their dynamic arrangements, energetic performances and charismatic rapport with audiences across the globe.
Lancashire’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Andrew Snowden, has opened the first part of his Safer Lancashire Neighbourhoods Fund (SLNF) paid for, in part, by money seized from criminals.
Blackburn with Darwen Council has announced that the playground at Blacksnape will undergo a full renovation.
An extra £1.5m has been promised in Blackburn with Darwen for cleaner and greener spaces – including cash for parks, paths and litter picking.
The Mall Blackburn has teamed up with community interest company Access Ability’s Dis-Labelled project to celebrate Hidden Disability Day, which will take place on Thursday 24th March.
Shop Kilo are bringing one of their vintage by weight events to Blackburn Cathedral on Saturday 26th March 2022.
As the dust settles and we emerge blinking into the dawn of a new era, the men and women of this great country will need answers.
Star of stage and screen, Linda Lusardi, has been revealed as one of the stars in this year’s pantomime at the Blackburn Empire Theatre.
en announced in Blackburn and Darwen in response to public feedback and the Council’s renewed commitment to boosting community health and wellbeing.
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Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery is set to benefit from £365K of Government funding to help replace its aging roof and safeguard the museum’s 148 year old extensive collection
Marillion will undertake a nine date UK tour in this autumn, with the tour kicking off at Blackburn’s King George’s Hall on Sunday 18 September 2022.
Two years on from the start of the Coronavirus pandemic, Blackburn with Darwen Council is planning a permanent memorial to this defining period in our social history.
6,000 young people across Blackburn with Darwen voted in the 2022 Youth Forum elections to select three Youth MPs to represent their views during 2022-2024.
The Government has announced support to help with rising costs of energy for certain households in the borough.
Smokers in Blackburn with Darwen are being encouraged to give quitting another go on No Smoking Day 2022.
The Blackburn with Darwen Safer Roads Strategy has been developed to create a local action plan to improve safety on our roads.