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Volunteer by Water: help care for canals and rivers across Lancashire
The Canal & River Trust is inviting people across Lancashire to volunteer by water, helping care for canals, rivers and towpaths while…
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Crime
Watch the moment a wanted man is chased along a pavement in Blackburn town centre by mounted police
A man wanted on recall to prison was arrested in dramatic fashion in Blackburn after attempting to flee police, only to be…
News
Hobkirk launches January Sale with 25% off across a huge range
Local sewing and craft specialists Hobkirk Sewing Machines have launched their January Sale, with 25% off a wide range of products available…
News
Long-standing Darwen fashion boutique Solitaire announces closure after 48 years
A well-known independent fashion boutique in Darwen has announced it will close its doors after nearly five decades in business.
Home & Garden
Channel 4’s The Dog House Seeks Loving Homes in Blackburn as Rescue Centres Feel the Strain
Rehoming charities across Blackburn are experiencing an unprecedented surge in demand, highlighting the growing need for people willing to open their homes…
Christmas
Snow White smashes records at Blackburn Empire – and panto season has only just begun
Panto season is back in Blackburn with a bang as Snow White opens at Blackburn Empire Theatre – and it is already…
Home & Garden
Skip a step on the housing ladder in Darwen
A DEPOSIT boost worth almost £17,000 could help homebuyers in Darwen to skip a rung on the property ladder.
Home & Garden
Final opportunity to join Brookfield Vale community
Brookfield Vale is nearing sell-out with just one home remaining at Countryside Homes’ only Blackburn development.
News
Big Black Friday deals on Brother sewing machines at Hobkirk Blackburn
Huge Black Friday deals have arrived at Hobkirk Blackburn, with discounts across Brother sewing, quilting and embroidery machines — including bundle offers…
News
Savers Blackburn is giving away 500 free vouchers — here’s how to get yours
Savers is opening a new Blackburn store — and the first 500 shoppers will walk away with a free £5 voucher. Here’s…
Christmas
Free festive fun as Father Christmas visits The Mall Blackburn
Father Christmas will visit The Mall Blackburn over three festive Saturdays this winter, meeting families, posing for photos, and spreading Christmas cheer…
Christmas
The Fairest Panto of Them All Opens This Weekend in Blackburn
Christmas magic arrives in Blackburn this weekend as the Blackburn Empire Theatre raises the curtain on its spectacular new pantomime, Snow White.