Blackburn & Darwen News.

Business

Waffles get the WOW factor in The Mall

29 Apr 2022

The Mall Blackburn has welcomed a new food vendor specialising in delicious Belgian waffles (Waffwich) mini dutch pancakes and creamy shakes.

Entertainment

SummerFest 22 will not take place this year promoter confirms

29 Apr 2022

The SummerFest 22 event which was due to take place at Blackburn Rover football ground, Ewood Park from 27th to 29th May 2022 has…

Archived What's On

Is Josh Widdicombe a Bit Much?

25 Apr 2022

Josh Widdicombe’s new stand-up show arrives in Blackburn on Monday 23rd May 2022.

News

WARNING: Do not buy or sell Liam Gallagher tickets for Blackburn gig

23 Apr 2022

A warning has been issued to people who are tempted to buy tickets for the Liam Gallagher gig in Blackburn on 27th April.

News

Tour de Moon Convoy and Giant Squid heading to Blackburn

22 Apr 2022

A convoy, which is part of a nationwide festival, lands in Blackburn’s Cathedral Square on Thursday 19 May

News

Interview with Jack Dee…Off the Telly!

21 Apr 2022

Jack Dee’s live tour, “Off the Telly”, was cut off in its prime when the pandemic hit the UK last spring.

Music

Latest Images as Blackburn prepares for Liam Gallagher gig

21 Apr 2022

Excitement is mounting as the one-off gig by Liam Gallagher approaches. He is due to appear at King George's Hall, Blackburn on 27th April…

Music

Liam Gallagher – One-off gig in Blackburn

19 Apr 2022

Liam Gallagher will play a one-off show at ???? ??????’? ???? ?? ????? ???? in Blackburn in celebration of his new trainer collaboration with…

Council

Want to know who’s standing for election on May 5 in Blackburn with Darwen?

7 Apr 2022

The details of all candidates standing for the local elections in Blackburn with Darwen have now been published.

National

Royal Mail ‘everyday’ stamps will expire in January 2023 – Here’s how not to lose out

2 Apr 2022

Non-barcoded stamps will become invalid for use on 31 January 2023.

News

Blackburn Easter Fair returns to Witton Park

31 Mar 2022

Blackburn's traditional Easter Fun Fair returns to Witton Park this Easter, headlined as the first Easter Fair for three years after the COVID pandemic…

Council

Free Easter holiday club places available

31 Mar 2022

Free holiday club places are being offered during the Easter holidays offered to children who qualify for free school meals.

Community

Design an apartment on new TV show and then win the apartment! Must apply by 31 March!

30 Mar 2022

Do you have a spark of design talent and dream of owning your own home?

Entertainment

King George’s Hall Announce Two New Comedy Shows

30 Mar 2022

King George's Hall in Blackburn have today announced two new comedy stars coming to the venue later this year.