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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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SAVVY house hunters could have the chance to live mortgage free for 12 months if they buy a home at one of Kingswood Homes’ developments in Blackburn, Elswick and Hoddlesden.

KINGSWOOD Homes site manager Ryan Corlett is celebrating getting another Quality award under his tool belt. Ryan, who lives in Bury, has been awarded an NHBC Pride in the Job

Get ready for a night of laughter and relatable moments as Mum’s the Word, the hit comedy sketch show, comes to the Blackburn Empire this Autumn.

Exciting news is on the horizon for Blackburn Cathedral Gardens as construction begins on a brand-new Children’s Play area. This project aims to enrich the existing public gardens while providing

Exciting news for book lovers! A new Waterstones bookstore is soon to grace Blackburn town centre.

Brace yourselves for a hilarious and thrilling one-man stand-up show as Clinton Baptiste, the renowned clairvoyant medium psychic from Peter Kay’s ‘Phoenix Nights,’ takes the stage at Blackburn Empire Theatre next year.

The National Festival is an annual celebration of creativity, innovation, and craftsmanship, uniting makers, artists, designers, and enthusiasts to showcase their talents and share their passion with the community.

WHEN private chef Matt Hunter and his wife Jo made the move from York to Lancashire, they found a forever home that had all the right ingredients in Feniscowles.

Police have today (June 12) charged a man with the murder of David Read in Blackburn.

An update has been provided by Blackburn with Darwen Council regarding the fire incident that occurred at Pleasington Crematorium on Thursday, 8th June. The council hopes the Crematorium can reopen in a matter of weeks rather than months.

Excitement is in the air as Go Ape, the popular adventure course, announces the opening of its newest location in Witton Country Park, Blackburn.

Police have launched a murder investigation after a man was found deceased in his Blackburn flat.