Music
Take a New Look at Blackburn Classics Season – From CBeebies to 007 Movie Music
King George's Hall in Blackburn have announced their brand new Classics Season for 2022/23 and, as well as some familiar events, this…
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Community
The BBC think this Picture was taken in Blackburn with Darwen
The BBC has published a photo from one of its "Weather Watchers" stating it was taken in Blackburn.
Food & Drink
New Greggs Store in The Mall following earlier closures
Blackburn is to gain yet another Greggs bakery, this time in the heart of The Mall, in between Primark and H&M.
Food & Drink
Hundreds express sadness as Popular Darwen Pub Closes
A popular pub in Darwen, The Crown and Thistle, on Roman Road, announced it would be closing its doors on Saturday 23rd…
Community
Tips from Down Under on How to Deal with the Heat
An Australian living in London has gone viral with her top tips to keep cool and manage in the current heatwave based…
Community
Farewell to Bishop of Blackburn as he retires
The Bishop of Blackburn, Rt Rev. Julian Henderson, and his wife Heather said farewell to The Church of England in Lancashire on…
Council
Council issue Heatwave Advice
Blackburn with Darwen Council’s health bosses are reminding people to stay safe in the expected extreme heat and follow relevant health advice.
Family
The Purrfect Teatime Tail – In Conversation with David Wood OBE
The Tiger Who Came to Tea is celebrating 12 years on stage and over 50 years as Britain’s best-loved picture book! David…
Community
Invitation to join Blackburn Cathedral Choirs
Blackburn Cathedral are appealing for 8 to 10 year old boys and girls to become part of the Cathedral Choirs.
Music
Blackburn to host Superstar Pianists at Ribble Valley International Piano Week
A whole host of world-famous pianists will have an unprecedented opportunity to perform on the new generation flagship Yamaha CFX piano
News
Blackburn with Darwen will welcome the Queen’s Baton Relay
Blackburn with Darwen will welcome the Queen’s Baton Relay in July – part of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.
Christmas
Local Theatres present their Christmas 2022 Shows
Our three local theatres, Blackburn Empire, King George's Hall and Darwen Library Theatre have all now revealed their Christmas shows.