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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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Steve Harley is back at Darwen Library Theatre this September with his Acoustic Trio line-up

It looks like The Grapes pub is set to make a return to Blackburn Town Centre as new signage goes up on the building recently vacated by Liz’n’Lils cafe.

Got the end of Summer Blues? Try a Comedy Club in Blackburn or Darwen – More in this week’s What’s On Guide

Local companies in Blackburn, Darwen and Lancashire are being encouraged to support the BBC Radio Lancashire Community Heroes Awards.

This September, Blackburn Empire Theatre welcome a brand new show packed full of opera, classical, West End and crossover.

King George’s Hall and Darwen Library Theatre have announced two new gigs for music fans.

Darwen Leisure Centre have announced a Regency Fitness Fun Day featuring Hiitstep Games Grand Prix, Zumba, Bokwa & Clubbercise, all in aid of charity Lancashire Mind.

It’s a big welcome to The Cheese Stall in Blackburn Market this week.

Big names in UK comedy are heading to King George’s Hall, Blackburn and their shows are proving a big hit with audiences.

The Festival of Light Summer Parade takes place on Sunday 1st September 2019. Join in the end of summer celebration.

Elmer the Elephant is packing his trunk and arriving in Blackburn this for two live shows at King George’s Hall on Monday 19th and Tuesday 20th August. Lots more to do this week too.

Following the sell-out performance of Menopause the Musical in 2019, King George’s Hall brings you Cruising Through Menopause in February 2020