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Claire’s Accessories to Close Blackburn Store as National Chain Shuts 145 Shops
The future of Claire’s Accessories in Blackburn has now been confirmed – and it’s not good news for fans of the high…
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Blackburn Winter Warmer 10k & Junior 2k – Is 2026 the Year You Conquer Buncer Lane?
Ready to warm up your winter with one of Blackburn’s most iconic runs? The Winter Warmer 10k is back for 2026 –…
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From Blackburn to the Bookshelves: Meet Author Iqbal Hussain at Central Library
Blackburn’s literary roots will be celebrated this month as local-born author Iqbal Hussain returns to town for a special event at Blackburn…
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Blackburn-Based EG Group Sells Iconic Yorkshire Bakery Back to Management Team
One of the UK’s oldest bakery brands, Cooplands, has returned to local hands following its sale by Blackburn-headquartered EG Group, bringing to…
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Last Pub of the Revidge Run Closes: Hare & Hounds, Lammack shuts this weekend
The Hare & Hounds in Lammack—long a friendly off-route stop from Blackburn’s old Revidge Run—will call last orders for the final time…
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Future of Claire’s in Blackburn Uncertain as Rescue Deal Leaves Some Stores in Limbo
Claire’s Accessories has been rescued from the brink of collapse – but the future of the Blackburn branch remains unclear as it…
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What’s On in Blackburn: Monday 29 September – Sunday 5 October 2025
Looking for things to do in Blackburn & Darwen this week? 🎉 From Oktoberfest to Adele tributes, textile festivals to comedy nights,…
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New Empire Social Club Launches at Blackburn Empire Theatre
A brand-new initiative is launching at the Blackburn Empire Theatre to help bring people together through Community • Friendship • Fun.
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🎉 What’s On in Blackburn: Monday 22 – Sunday 28 September
Looking for things to do in Blackburn & Darwen this week? 🎉 From powerful West End vocals and Elvis tributes to relaxing…
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Another High Street Name Gone: Bodycare to Shut Blackburn Store This Week – Darwen Branch Already Closed
Blackburn’s Bodycare store will close for good this week, marking the end of another high street favourite. With the Darwen store already…
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Blackburn MP Adnaan Hussain Caught Up in ‘Sexist Boys’ Club’ Row as Corbyn’s New Party Descends into Chaos
Blackburn’s MP, Adnaan Hussain, has been thrust into the spotlight after Jeremy Corbyn’s new party, Your Party, was rocked by explosive claims…
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Council quashes wild rumours about former Blackburn pub
Blackburn with Darwen Council has moved to quash rumours circulating on social media about the future of the former Gate Bar and…