Blackburn & Darwen News.

Council

Refurbishment Work Set to Begin at Darwen Town Hall

11 Apr 2025

Refurbishment work is set to begin at Darwen Town Hall, following Council approval of plans to upgrade the building and prepare it for the…

Community

VE80 Fest – A Spectacular Community Celebration of Victory in Europe Day

11 Apr 2025

Witton Country Park will come alive this May Bank Holiday as Blackburn hosts a major community celebration to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory…

Community

Mayor Joins Celebrations at Blakewater Homecare Following CQC Success

11 Apr 2025

Blakewater Homecare in Blackburn recently welcomed a special guest as the Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen, Councillor Brian Taylor, paid a visit last Friday…

News

Spring into Savings with Hobkirk Sewing Machines!

11 Apr 2025

Spring is here – and so is a fantastic Spring Sale from Hobkirk Sewing Machines, one of Blackburn’s best-loved crafting suppliers.

Comedy

Steptoe and Son Bring Classic Comedy to Blackburn Stage

1 Apr 2025

A legendary sitcom is coming back to life in Blackburn this spring, as Steptoe and Son – LIVE! hits the stage at Blackburn Empire…

Council

Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen Shares Eid Greetings

28 Mar 2025

The Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen, Councillor Brian Taylor, has shared a special message to mark Eid ul Fitr, one of the most significant…

Council

Major Upgrades Set for Sunnyhurst Woods in Darwen

28 Mar 2025

Work is set to begin on a significant improvement project at Sunnyhurst Woods in Darwen, with upgrades to the main path forming part of…

Family

Linda Lusardi Leads a Magical Line-Up of Family Shows at Blackburn Empire This Easter!

27 Mar 2025

This Easter, the Blackburn Empire Theatre is the place to be for fun, laughter, and a little bit of magic for the whole family…

Community

Blackburn Librarian Shortlisted for Prestigious National Award

27 Mar 2025

Blackburn with Darwen’s Community History Librarian, Mary Painter, has been shortlisted for a Libraries Connected Award – a national recognition celebrating the achievements of…

News

Mother’s Day Special: Treat Mum (or Yourself!) to the Tula Pink x Oliso Mini Project Iron

27 Mar 2025

Looking for the perfect gift for the crafty mum in your life? Or maybe you are the crafty mum who deserves something special? This…

Community

Can You Help Reunite Gill With Her Beloved Pub Files?

26 Mar 2025

We’re putting a heartfelt call out to the people of Blackburn and beyond – can you help solve this local mystery?

News

Enjoy FREE Delivery on Fabric & Haberdashery Orders at Hobkirk!

26 Mar 2025

Calling all crafters, sewists, and fabric lovers! Blackburn’s very own Hobkirk Sewing Machines is treating you to an exclusive FREE delivery offer on all…

Education

Housebuilder’s investment brings much-needed new places to Blackburn primary school

26 Mar 2025

More than 20 extra places have become available at Longshaw Infant School’s nursery in Blackburn, following investment from homebuilder Countryside Homes

Magic

Magic Comes to Town: Masters of Deception Hits Blackburn

19 Mar 2025

Magic comes to town this Sunday as Masters of Deception brings mind-blowing illusions to the Blackburn Empire Theatre.