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News, updates and conversations from across Blackburn and Darwen.
Coronavirus
1 Jul 2020
A Public Health England report published this afternoon named Blackburn with Darwen as one of the top areas currently for the 7 day rate…
Business
19 Jun 2020
Staff and retailers are hailing a successful week after watching the centre come back to life after lockdown.
Coronavirus
12 Jun 2020
Blackburn Cathedral is re-opening for Private Prayer
Coronavirus
12 Jun 2020
The Mall in Blackburn have urged shoppers to visit their website before visiting the shopping centre.
Coronavirus
11 Jun 2020
The Mall Blackburn is looking forward to welcoming shoppers as more of its shops begin to open, starting from Monday June 15th.
Coronavirus
9 Jun 2020
The markets in Blackburn and Darwen will reopen to the public on Monday 15th June 2020 but there will be changes. Although the markets…
Live Broadcast Event
5 Jun 2020
The successful “Lock Down Live” Sunday night virtual gigs are taking on a whole new style this weekend, with a live half hour of…
Coronavirus
28 May 2020
Bus firm adds more capacity to protect customers and colleagues as they travel
News
28 May 2020
Pooch Perfect’ is BBC One’s new primetime TV series that celebrates our Nation’s love of dogs and will be hosted by multi awarding-winning actress…
Coronavirus
27 May 2020
King George’s Hall has recently been overwhelmed by the memories shared on their social media channels of concerts people have enjoyed in Blackburn in…
Coronavirus
25 May 2020
As the Prime Minister announced a phased re-opening of non-essential retail, beginning with outdoor markets and car showrooms, from the 1st June, followed by…
Business
25 May 2020
The majority of non-essential retail will be allowed to reopen from 15th June, with outdoor markets and car showrooms, that are COVID-Safe allowed to…
Music
21 May 2020
Boyzlife return to Blackburn in 2021 with their show that brings together Boyzone and Westlife with a full band production show featuring Brian McFadden…
Coronavirus
10 May 2020
Q&A on the Latest Update to Coronavirus Rules - 10 May 2020
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