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🧵 New Brother Machine Offers + Free Delivery on Fabrics & Haberdashery! 🧵
Hobkirks have launched brand new Brother sewing machine offers — now available online and in-store!
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Business
Blackburn’s After-Hours Identity Crisis: Where Do We Go From Here?
Blackburn’s nightlife has taken another hit with the closure of The Rock Box on King William Street. More than just a bar,…
News
Five-Star Hit Irish Annie’s Heads to Blackburn After Rave Liverpool Premiere
After a roaring start in Liverpool, complete with standing ovations and five-star reviews, Irish Annie’s is heading to the Blackburn Empire Theatre…
Community
Emotional Encounter at VE80 Fest: Family Discovers Tribute to WWII Relative
An unexpected and moving moment unfolded at Blackburn’s VE80 Fest in Witton Park, as a family visiting the event discovered a tribute…
News
Unlock a smooth move in Blackburn this May
Considering your next home? Bovis Homes will provide tips for those looking to upsize, downsize or move up the property ladder at…
News
Hobkirk Launches Exclusive Sewing & Embroidery Offers This Spring
Hobkirk Sewing Machines in Blackburn is offering a series of exciting deals throughout May – perfect for sewing enthusiasts looking to upgrade…
News
Standing Ovation for ‘Beauty and the Beast’ in Blackburn – A Must-See Musical Hit
A full house, a standing ovation, and wave after wave of applause — Beauty and the Beast has roared into Blackburn Empire…
Entertainment
VE80 Fest Gears Up for a Massive Day of Music, Community and Commemoration in Blackburn
Witton Park in Blackburn is preparing to host one of the region’s most anticipated community events — VE80 Fest — marking the…
Entertainment
Big Soul Night Cancelled at King George’s Hall
The highly anticipated Big Soul Night Out scheduled for Saturday 24 January 2026 at King George’s Hall in Blackburn has been cancelled.
Council
Appeal Lodged Over Refused Gypsy Caravan Site – What It Means for Action at Hall Moss Farm
An appeal has been lodged against the Council’s refusal of planning permission for an unlawful caravan site in Darwen – and while…
News
Thread Offer Sew Good – Hobkirk Launches 20% Discount on Popular Sewing Threads
Hobkirk Sewing Machines is offering a limited-time 20% discount on some of its most popular sewing threads — perfect for keen sewists…
Business
Blackburn BID Seeking New Manager as Role Becomes Vacant
Blackburn’s Business Improvement District (BID) is recruiting for a new BID Manager, following a change in leadership.