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Can You Help Reunite Gill With Her Beloved Pub Files?
We’re putting a heartfelt call out to the people of Blackburn and beyond – can you help solve this local mystery?

Enjoy FREE Delivery on Fabric & Haberdashery Orders at Hobkirk!
Calling all crafters, sewists, and fabric lovers! Blackburn’s very own Hobkirk Sewing Machines is treating you to an exclusive FREE delivery offer on all fabric and haberdashery orders over £5 – just in time to stock up on your spring sewing supplies.

More than 20 extra places have become available at Longshaw Infant School’s nursery in Blackburn, following investment from homebuilder Countryside Homes

Magic comes to town this Sunday as Masters of Deception brings mind-blowing illusions to the Blackburn Empire Theatre.
Older Blackburn News
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Join the Mayor for Two Exciting Charity Quiz Nights!
Join the Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen, Councillor Brian Taylor, for two exciting charity quiz nights in support of Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) and Papyrus Prevention of Suicide in the Young. Gather your team, test your knowledge, and help raise funds for these vital causes while enjoying a night of friendly competition.

Local Content Creator Reviews Blackburn’s Trending Takeaway
Blackburn’s food scene has been making waves on social media, and one takeaway in particular has caught the attention of food lovers and content creators alike—Fry Chicks Randal St, Blackburn.

Another Blackburn Bank Branch Set to Close—Find Out What’s Happening
Blackburn is bracing for yet another loss, with the announcement that NatWest’s branch in Copy Nook / Audley will close its doors for good on 12th May 2025.
Blackburn News Archive
All the archived stories from Blackburn Life – News about Blackburn and Darwen

Pinocchio is dancing into Blackburn in Northern Ballet’s latest ballet for children

When a much-loved children’s book is brought to life on stage, it can mesmerise and captivate audiences.

The duo bring their live show to Darwen Library Theatre on Thu 10 Mar 2022

Join expert forensics lecturer Jennifer Rees to explore one of Forensic Psychology’s most troubling topics.

It “Feels Like Home” for Newton Faulkner – New Tour coming to Blackburn

Dawn French, the Queen of British comedy, returns to the stage this autumn with a brand-new solo show, ‘Dawn French is a Huge Tw*t’.

The Mall Blackburn is kicking off its search for an official charity to support in 2022

Over 100 players weekly take part in the league and any standard of player or team are welcome to join.

The Omicron Hospitality & Leisure Grant is intended to support eligible hospitality, leisure and accommodation businesses, in recognition of the effect that the rise of the Omicron variant may have on their business operations.

With more sparkle, more music and more fun, Blackburn Empire Theatre has revealed plans for their 2022 pantomime, Cinderella.

After sell-out UK tours, Dirty Dusting comes to King George’s Hall, Blackburn this January. Treat yourself to an evening of pure theatrical Viagra!

The full list of locations bidding to become cities in 2022 has been revealed.