Music
West End Star Lee Mead Brings His Showstopping New Tour to Blackburn
Blackburn will welcome a familiar West End face this July, as singer and actor Lee Mead brings his brand-new live show, The…
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Business
Opinion: M&S at Whitebirk – The Best Outcome Blackburn Could Hope For
There’s no doubt the news that Marks & Spencer will leave Blackburn town centre will be met with disappointment by many. For…
Competitions
Make a Splash – Name Darwen’s Giant Inflatable and Win Big!
Something HUGE is making a splash at Darwen Leisure Centre – and you could be the first to try it out!
Family
Comics, Capes & Chaos! Free Comic Book Day Returns to To the Batcave
To the Batcave, Blackburn’s independent comic book haven, is gearing up for one of the most exciting days in the geek calendar…
Community
Rovers’ Incredible History Brought to Life in New Exhibition at Blackburn Museum
A brand-new exhibition celebrating 150 years of Blackburn Rovers Football Club has opened at Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery—just yards from where…
Council
All Aboard! Blackburn’s Outer Circle Bus Route Returns This May
A much-missed bus service is making a welcome return in Blackburn – nearly a decade after it was withdrawn.
Council
Refurbishment Work Set to Begin at Darwen Town Hall
Refurbishment work is set to begin at Darwen Town Hall, following Council approval of plans to upgrade the building and prepare it…
Community
VE80 Fest – A Spectacular Community Celebration of Victory in Europe Day
Witton Country Park will come alive this May Bank Holiday as Blackburn hosts a major community celebration to mark the 80th anniversary…
Community
Mayor Joins Celebrations at Blakewater Homecare Following CQC Success
Blakewater Homecare in Blackburn recently welcomed a special guest as the Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen, Councillor Brian Taylor, paid a visit…
News
Spring into Savings with Hobkirk Sewing Machines!
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
A legendary sitcom is coming back to life in Blackburn this spring, as Steptoe and Son – LIVE! hits the stage at…
Council
Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen Shares Eid Greetings
The Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen, Councillor Brian Taylor, has shared a special message to mark Eid ul Fitr, one of the…