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Police Respond to Complaint After Woman Detained Outside Blackburn Mosque
14 Oct 2025
Lancashire Police have confirmed a formal complaint has been lodged after officers detained a woman in the car park of Jamia Ghosia Mosque in…
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What’s On in Blackburn: Monday 13 October – Sunday 19 October
13 Oct 2025
Explore Blackburn's top events for 13–19 October 2025! 🎭 From comedy legends and live music tributes to family fun and local festivals, find out…
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What’s On in Blackburn: Monday 6 October – Sunday 12 October 2025
6 Oct 2025
Looking for things to do in Blackburn & Darwen this week? 🎭 From Freddie Mercury tributes to stunning cathedral concerts, comedy nights, craft workshops…
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Claire’s Accessories to Close Blackburn Store as National Chain Shuts 145 Shops
5 Oct 2025
The future of Claire’s Accessories in Blackburn has now been confirmed – and it’s not good news for fans of the high street fashion…
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Blackburn Winter Warmer 10k & Junior 2k – Is 2026 the Year You Conquer Buncer Lane?
3 Oct 2025
Ready to warm up your winter with one of Blackburn’s most iconic runs? The Winter Warmer 10k is back for 2026 – and it’s…
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From Blackburn to the Bookshelves: Meet Author Iqbal Hussain at Central Library
2 Oct 2025
Blackburn’s literary roots will be celebrated this month as local-born author Iqbal Hussain returns to town for a special event at Blackburn Central Library.
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Blackburn-Based EG Group Sells Iconic Yorkshire Bakery Back to Management Team
2 Oct 2025
One of the UK’s oldest bakery brands, Cooplands, has returned to local hands following its sale by Blackburn-headquartered EG Group, bringing to an end…
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Last Pub of the Revidge Run Closes: Hare & Hounds, Lammack shuts this weekend
30 Sep 2025
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 on Sunday…
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Future of Claire’s in Blackburn Uncertain as Rescue Deal Leaves Some Stores in Limbo
30 Sep 2025
Claire’s Accessories has been rescued from the brink of collapse – but the future of the Blackburn branch remains unclear as it was not…
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What’s On in Blackburn: Monday 29 September – Sunday 5 October 2025
29 Sep 2025
Looking for things to do in Blackburn & Darwen this week? 🎉 From Oktoberfest to Adele tributes, textile festivals to comedy nights, this week…
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New Empire Social Club Launches at Blackburn Empire Theatre
23 Sep 2025
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
23 Sep 2025
Looking for things to do in Blackburn & Darwen this week? 🎉 From powerful West End vocals and Elvis tributes to relaxing sound baths,…
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Another High Street Name Gone: Bodycare to Shut Blackburn Store This Week – Darwen Branch Already Closed
22 Sep 2025
Blackburn’s Bodycare store will close for good this week, marking the end of another high street favourite. With the Darwen store already gone, it's…
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Blackburn MP Adnaan Hussain Caught Up in ‘Sexist Boys’ Club’ Row as Corbyn’s New Party Descends into Chaos
19 Sep 2025
Blackburn’s MP, Adnaan Hussain, has been thrust into the spotlight after Jeremy Corbyn’s new party, Your Party, was rocked by explosive claims of a…
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