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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.

Man of the World: Celebrating the Iconic Music of Peter Green
Celebrate the timeless music of Peter Green, the legendary founder of Fleetwood Mac, in an unforgettable evening of live music.

Job seekers and career changers, take note: Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council and Blackburn College are teaming up to host a free, three-day recruitment event designed to help you land your dream job.

Plans to transform the former St Mary’s College building in Blackburn into an event venue have been scrapped following community concerns and Council intervention.
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Empower Yourself with Blackburn’s Ladies Self-Defence Course
This February, Masters of Martial Arts Academy invites the women of Blackburn to join their empowering Ladies Self-Defence Course.

Soccer Stars Academy – New Classes Announced for Darwen
Join us at Soccer Stars Academy in Darwen for an unforgettable football experience! Our exciting new classes, starting on Saturday, January 18th, are designed for children aged 18 months to 12 years.

Spud-Tacular Mix-Up: Viral ‘Spud Brothers’ Not Coming to Blackburn
The confusion sprouted when a fresh jacket potato venture announced its New Year launch in Blackburn, causing a hot potato of a rumour—many believed the TikTok-famous Spud Brothers (with over 3.3 million followers) were rolling into town.
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This November, star of Comedy Central at the Comedy Store, Josh (BBC3) and co-writer and star of Radio 4’s Small Scenes, Henry Paker bring his latest show, a unique mixture

With Guy Fawkes night just around the corner, we have lined up our guide to bonfires that are open to the public to help you have a safe night.

This November, Blackburn Empire Theatre welcomes Pete McCall as Rod Stewart, plus his five piece band with The Rod Stewart Songbook.

Blackburn Life are grateful to Blackburn Town Centre businesses who are supporting our campaign to raise the profile of the Poppy Appeal in the town. The silhouette images of a

This November, The Alarm lead singer and songwriter, Mike Peters, will present The Alarm – Hurricane of Change 30th Anniversary Acoustic Tour at Darwen Library Theatre.

This November head to Blackburn Empire Theatre for the only Bon Jovi tribute show you need to see!

Iron Bell – The Music of Pink Floyd return to Darwen Library Theatre this November after another fantastic performance last year.

Gordon Buchanan will be bringing his show, Animal Families and Me to King George’s Hall on Tuesday 5th November.

Stripped back with an acoustic guitar in his hands, Cast frontman, John Power, will perform live at Darwen Library Theatre this November. Having first made his mark on the UK

Click your heels and join Dorothy and her friends as they take a stroll down the yellow brick road in search of The Emerald City this November.

BEATLEMANIA head to Darwen Library Theatre this November for what promises to be a non-stop Beatles party with over forty songs from ‘Love Me Do’ to ‘Let It Be’.

You can dance, you can jive, and have the time of your life with ABBAMANIA this November at King George’s Hall.