Blackburn & Darwen News.

National

Time Warp Alert: Don’t Forget to Turn Back the Clocks Tonight!

26 Oct 2024

It’s that time again—no, not Christmas (yet), but the night when we get to squeeze in an extra hour of beauty sleep, Netflix, or…

Festival

Blackburn Charity Bonfire Set to Light Up the Sky Once Again!

22 Oct 2024

Get ready for a spectacular evening of fun, fireworks, and fundraising at the Annual Blackburn Charity Bonfire, returning to Witton Park on Thursday, 9th…

Music

Soulful Sounds Return: STAX of SOUL’s Legacy Tour Hits Blackburn

18 Oct 2024

Blackburn Empire Theatre is gearing up for a night of vibrant soul music on Saturday, 26th October, as the legendary STAX of SOUL brings…

Music

Queen of the West End Kerry Ellis Adds New Date at Blackburn Empire Theatre

17 Oct 2024

Kerry Ellis, the Queen of the West End, will bring her critically acclaimed Queen of the West End tour to Blackburn Empire Theatre on…

Community

Generous Donation Revives Darwen’s St John Ambulance Station and Supports Local Brass Band

16 Oct 2024

Darwen’s St John Ambulance station is set for a grand revival thanks to a generous donation that has provided the charity with a new…

Christmas

90s Dance Legends K-Klass to Headline Darwen Christmas Lights Switch-On!

16 Oct 2024

Darwen’s Christmas lights switch-on headliner has been revealed as none other than 90s electro dance icons, K-Klass!

Council

Young Palestinians Receive Warm Welcome in Blackburn

16 Oct 2024

A group of young Palestinians from the West Bank were warmly welcomed by the Mayor of Blackburn when they visited Blackburn Town Hall on…

Comedy

Prepare for a Hauntingly Hilarious Halloween with Clinton Baptiste at Blackburn Empire Theatre!

16 Oct 2024

Get ready for an evening of supernatural comedy as Britain’s favorite clairvoyant, Clinton Baptiste, brings his brand-new show Roller Ghoster! to the Blackburn Empire…

Comedy

Every Night is Opening Night With the Totally Improvised Musical!

14 Oct 2024

What do lovestruck beekeepers, menopausal mermaids, zombie prime ministers and deadly rival dentists have in common? They’ve all been the subject of a Totally…

Council

Warning Issued Over New Parking Fine Scam in Blackburn

2 Oct 2024

Blackburn residents are being warned about a new parking fine scam after several reports were received by the Council.

Christmas

Jack and the Beanstalk Cast Bring Panto Magic to The Mall in Blackburn

2 Oct 2024

The cast of Jack and the Beanstalk, Blackburn Empire Theatre’s highly anticipated pantomime, took a break from rehearsals to bring some festive fun to…

News

Get Ready for a Thrilling Night with The Real Manhunter LIVE

28 Aug 2024

Attention true crime fans and curious minds alike! Mark your calendars for Wednesday, 4 September 2024, because the Blackburn Empire Theatre is bringing you…

Council

Extra bins for food waste collections for all residents coming in 2026

9 Jul 2024

Starting in June 2026, Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council will introduce a food waste collection service for all residents.

General Election 2024

“Tiger Patel” Withdraws to Avoid Splitting Anti-Labour Vote in Blackburn

25 Jun 2024

Altaf Ibrahim Patel, known locally as Tiger Patel, has announced his decision to withdraw from the general election race in Blackburn and encouraged another…