Christmas
Shabaz Says… it’s Christmas! Blackburn star to switch on town’s Christmas lights 2026
Blackburn’s Christmas lights switch-on is set for King William Street on Saturday, November 21, with Shabaz Ali, Livin’ Joy and free family…
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Christmas
Not Quite Tree-mendous! Darwen Promised New Christmas Tree After Residents React
Darwen's Christmas tree has sparked plenty of jokes on social media, but the council has confirmed a replacement is on its way…
Council
New fireworks pledge asks organisers to give neighbours seven days’ notice
Organisers of large fireworks displays in Blackburn with Darwen are being encouraged to give neighbours at least seven days' notice under a…
Christmas
Darwen set for a Christmas party as Ultrabeat join lights switch-on celebrations
Chart-topping dance act Ultrabeat will headline Darwen's Christmas Lights Switch-On on Saturday 14 November 2026, with a special appearance by vocalist Rebecca…
Community
Princess Royal officially opens Darwen Youth Zone during royal visit
The Princess Royal officially opened Darwen Youth Zone during a visit to the town on 30 October, which also included Herbert Parkinson,…
Council
Blackburn with Darwen gritting teams ready for winter with 3,500 tonnes of salt
Blackburn with Darwen Council has 3,500 tonnes of salt ready and gritting crews on 24-hour standby to keep 160 miles of priority…
Council
More than 5,600 Blackburn with Darwen pupils took part in walking, wheeling and scooting school scheme
Blackburn with Darwen Council says 23 schools and more than 5,600 pupils took part in the WOW Travel Tracker programme, with 57%…
Council
Blackburn with Darwen council merger decision withdrawn as Government reviews plans
The Government has withdrawn its decision to merge Blackburn with Darwen with four neighbouring council areas. All options are now back under…
Community
Safe Steps Darwen to help people stay safe on nights out
Blackburn with Darwen Council and partners say the new Safe Steps Darwen initiative will provide welfare checks, reassurance, first aid and safe…
Council
King George’s Hall celebrates grand reopening with the Hallé Orchestra
Blackburn's historic King George's Hall has officially celebrated its grand reopening following a £13.5 million transformation, with a sold-out performance by the…
Council
Ofsted praises Blackburn with Darwen Adult Learning Service
Blackburn with Darwen Council's Adult Learning Service has received a positive Ofsted inspection report, recognising its work helping thousands of local residents…
Council
£1.3m boost for paths to Darwen Tower
Blackburn with Darwen Council says the next step in its Destination Darwen plans is seeking a contractor for £1.3m of path improvements…