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King George’s Hall back in action after £13.5m makeover
King George’s Hall has welcomed audiences back for the first time after its £13.5m transformation, with Blackburn People’s Choir staging the venue’s…
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High Sheriff sees Blackburn’s heritage, youth work and community projects on borough visit
Lancashire’s High Sheriff, David Collinge DL, was shown a cross-section of Blackburn with Darwen during a visit that took in The Making…
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MP and councillor tour Persimmon developments for update on Blackburn and Darwen homes
Andy MacNae MP and Councillor Liz Johnson have visited Persimmon Homes Lancashire’s Bluebell Chase and Willow Grove schemes for an update on…
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Hallé to return for King George’s Hall reopening concert in Blackburn
The Hallé Orchestra will mark the Grand Civic Reopening of King George’s Hall with a special concert after the venue’s £13.5m transformation.…
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Public asked for views on proposed Curlew sculpture for Darwen Moor
Residents are being invited to comment on plans for Curlew Calling, a four-metre sculpture that could be placed beside the walking route…
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Darwen curlew sculpture plans go out to public consultation
Residents are being asked for their views on a proposed four-metre curlew sculpture for Darwen, planned for a gateway to the West…
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23 new apprentices start at Blackburn Town Hall as council marks 15 years of scheme
Blackburn with Darwen Council has welcomed 23 new apprentices and graduates into roles across the borough, as its apprenticeship programme reaches 15…
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Blackburn and Darwen invited to World Suicide Prevention Day walk, vigil and information stalls
People in Blackburn and Darwen are being invited to mark World Suicide Prevention Day next week with a walk, vigil and marketplace…
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Blackburn with Darwen Council steps up action against rogue landlords
Blackburn with Darwen Council says it is tightening its grip on rogue landlords, using new Government powers to act faster and hit…
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Rare 1535 Tyndale New Testament goes on show at Blackburn Cathedral
A rare 1535 edition of William Tyndale’s English New Testament, on loan from the British Library, is now on display at Blackburn…
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New Discover Darwen website launched to showcase town’s events, shops and attractions
A new Discover Darwen website has gone live, bringing together what’s on, where to eat, where to shop and other key information…
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Blackburn College expands animal care courses to Witton Park
Blackburn College is bringing its Animal Care and Animal Management training to Witton Park from September, after work by Blackburn with Darwen…