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Blackburn’s National Festival of Making adds brand-new film festival
The National Festival of Making is returning to Blackburn next weekend with a packed 2026 line-up — and a new Film Festival featuring premieres, guest appearances, local auditions and screenings.
Blackburn with Darwen launches biggest-ever HAF programme with free activities and meals
Blackburn with Darwen has launched its biggest-ever Holiday Activities & Food programme, with free activities and meals for eligible children and young people — including longer sessions, more days and new opportunities across the borough.
Blackburn’s National Festival of Making adds brand-new film festival
The National Festival of Making is returning to Blackburn next weekend with a packed 2026 line-up — and a new Film Festival featuring premieres, guest appearances, local auditions and screenings.
Blackburn with Darwen launches biggest-ever HAF programme with free activities and meals
Blackburn with Darwen has launched its biggest-ever Holiday Activities & Food programme, with free activities and meals for eligible children and young people — including longer sessions, more days and new opportunities across the borough.
Blackburn fuel prices today: local unleaded ranges from 146.9p to 171.9p within 7 miles of Blackburn town centre. See the cheapest and most expensive petrol and diesel prices near you.
Blackburn with Darwen Council has urged residents to stay alert after Parking Services received a number of calls from people sent fake texts claiming they owed money for a parking fine.
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Begin2Sing auditions open for soloists on second Darwen single
Auditions are being held in Darwen for local soloists to take the lead on Shake Off The Rain, the second single from Begin2Sing. The community singing project says the track will feature voices from people who have taken part in its free workshops over the past year.
Amber heat-health alert issued as Blackburn with Darwen told to stay cool
Residents across Blackburn with Darwen are being urged to take simple precautions as an amber heat-health alert comes into force across the North West from Wednesday morning.
Council leader opens new Darwen show homes as first buyers move in
Blackburn with Darwen Council leader Phil Riley has officially opened new show homes at two Darwen developments, where buyers are already showing interest and first completions are expected next month.
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