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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.
Blackburn News Archive
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This week, Let’s Make at Blackburn Market, Halloween Fun and Half Term Treats.

The Mall Blackburn is promising an unforgettable experience for children this Christmas and the elves are already busy behind the scenes.

Kiefer Sutherland brings his music to Blackburn’s King George’s Hall on Saturday 22nd February 2020

week, Forbidden Nights bring their “Circus just got Sexy” tour to town.

The Empire Theatre in Blackburn will host a nostalgic night for fans of 80s music, featuring two of the UK’s most iconic bands from the era.

This October, Mick Miller returns to the UK and the Blackburn Empire Theatre with his Back from Vegas tour!

Billy Mitchell & Bob Fox bring their show to Darwen Library Theatre on Friday 3rd April 2020.

The ultimate show for guitar lovers is coming to Blackburn Empire Theatre this October.

Blackburn Band “The Illicits”have announced a gig in their hometown on Saturday 21st December 2019.

Mixing horror, comedy, daredevil stunts and a whole lot of hard rock, the infamous Circus of Horrors will arrive at the Blackburn Empire Theatre on Thursday 24th October as part of its 25th anniversary tour.

Following his last smash-hit UK tour and direct from this year’s Edinburgh festival Tom Stade is back on the road with a brand-new show.

More hilariously anxious blather from one of the most hilariously anxious blatherers in the business.