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Rovers’ Incredible History Brought to Life in New Exhibition at Blackburn Museum
A brand-new exhibition celebrating 150 years of Blackburn Rovers Football Club has opened at Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery—just yards from where the club was first formed in 1875.
All Aboard! Blackburn’s Outer Circle Bus Route Returns This May
A much-missed bus service is making a welcome return in Blackburn – nearly a decade after it was withdrawn.
Refurbishment work is set to begin at Darwen Town Hall, following Council approval of plans to upgrade the building and prepare it for the relocation of joint Council and NHS services.
Witton Country Park will come alive this May Bank Holiday as Blackburn hosts a major community celebration to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day.
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Mayor Joins Celebrations at Blakewater Homecare Following CQC Success
Blakewater Homecare in Blackburn recently welcomed a special guest as the Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen, Councillor Brian Taylor, paid a visit last Friday to celebrate the service’s recent success in its first CQC (Care Quality Commission) assessment.
Spring into Savings with Hobkirk Sewing Machines!
Spring is here – and so is a fantastic Spring Sale from Hobkirk Sewing Machines, one of Blackburn’s best-loved crafting suppliers.
Steptoe and Son Bring Classic Comedy to Blackburn Stage
A legendary sitcom is coming back to life in Blackburn this spring, as Steptoe and Son – LIVE! hits the stage at Blackburn Empire Theatre on Thursday 24 April 2025.
Blackburn News Archive
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Escape to Fun Island returns just in time for the half-term school holidays after proving a big hit last year.
Blackburn Empire Theatre has today announced the passing of their long-serving Chairman, Michael Berry.
A brand new venture opens for bookings at the end of February, with touches of luxury and glamour for the ultimate break.
The Right Reverend Philip North has today been announced by 10 Downing Street as the next Bishop of Blackburn.
Need some MAGIC this Christmas? 33% off PANTO courtesy of Blackburn Life and Square Cactus.
The manager of Blackburn BID, Catherine Price, has made a last minute plea to shop with Blackburn Town Centre businesses this Christmas.
THE YOUNGSTERS at Derian House had a ball when they were visited by two groups of special guests just in time for Christmas.
From 3rd January 2023, Turtle Bay is giving away a £10 gift to fans around the country as the Caribbean restaurant and bar promises a no-strings attached present to welcome in the New Year.
GIVEAWAY ALERT Our 12 Days of Christmas giveaway has officially started.Enter now to be in with a chance of winning 1 of 12 amazing prizes All you have to do
We’ve teamed up with Darwen Library Theatre, to offer one lucky family the opportunity to win tickets to see “Dear Santa LIVE”
Here’s your chance to enjoy the panto, Jack & the Beanstalk, at Blackburn’s King George’s Hall by winning a family ticket.
Here’s how you can win £50 to spend at Le RainFlorist. What a great way to say thank you to someone special.