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News, updates and conversations from across Blackburn and Darwen.
News
28 Nov 2025
Huge Black Friday deals have arrived at Hobkirk Blackburn, with discounts across Brother sewing, quilting and embroidery machines — including bundle offers and 0%…
News
28 Nov 2025
Savers is opening a new Blackburn store — and the first 500 shoppers will walk away with a free £5 voucher. Here’s what you…
Christmas
28 Nov 2025
Father Christmas will visit The Mall Blackburn over three festive Saturdays this winter, meeting families, posing for photos, and spreading Christmas cheer — no…
Christmas
21 Nov 2025
Christmas magic arrives in Blackburn this weekend as the Blackburn Empire Theatre raises the curtain on its spectacular new pantomime, Snow White.
Christmas
11 Nov 2025
East Lancashire Hospice invites you to its Christmas Fayre on Sunday 16th November — a festive family event filled with gifts, crafts, treats, and…
News
11 Nov 2025
Blackburn-based Outdoor Action Ltd has been nominated for Best Online Retailer in the Great Outdoors Reader Awards 2025 — celebrating local passion for adventure…
News
10 Nov 2025
Over 30 events this week across Blackburn & Darwen – from Remembrance Day tributes to art, music, theatre, and festive celebrations. Discover everything happening…
Community
10 Nov 2025
Blackburn Empire Theatre’s volunteers have been named Group of the Year at the 2025 Community Volunteer Awards, honouring more than two decades of dedication…
Drama
6 Nov 2025
This November, Blackburn Drama Club brings suspense and intrigue to the Blackburn Empire Theatre with their latest production, Pack of Lies.
Council
5 Nov 2025
A £20 million Pride in Place plan has been unveiled for Darwen, setting out priorities for investment in the town centre, parks, skills, and…
Auto Post Off
3 Nov 2025
What’s happening in Blackburn & Darwen this week? From Remembrance services and 1940s variety shows to community choir performances, spiritual experiences under Gaia, and…
News
3 Nov 2025
Blackburn Cathedral has established a Safeguarding Improvement Board to oversee reform following years of safeguarding failings and the 2025 INEQE audit, which found arrangements…
Community
31 Oct 2025
Remembrance events and services will take place across Blackburn and Darwen this November, giving communities the opportunity to honour those who served and remember…
Home & Garden
30 Oct 2025
Homebuyers could celebrate Christmas in their new home thanks to Bovis Homes’ commitment to reducing upfront costs.
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