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Strange But True Crime Night Coming to Blackburn
True crime fans are in for a fascinating evening this March as Strange, But True Crime arrives at the Blackburn Empire Theatre.
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Watch the moment bedroom furniture is dumped over a fence in Blackburn – council appeals to public
CCTV footage shows someone throwing bedroom furniture over a fence onto private property in Blackburn. The Council is asking: do you recognise…
News
Blackburn Cathedral pays tribute after death of former music director Dr John Bertalot
Blackburn Cathedral has announced the death of Dr John Bertalot, the former Director of Music credited with helping build the Cathedral choir’s…
Council
Blackburn with Darwen elections back on after Government U-turn on postponement plans
Blackburn with Darwen’s council elections are back on after the Government reversed plans to postpone 30 local polls. Critics say ministers were…
Council
Council and police carry out late-night taxi and private hire checks in Blackburn with Darwen
Twenty taxi and private hire vehicles were stopped and inspected during a late-night joint operation by Blackburn with Darwen Council and Lancashire…
Council
Apprenticeship, Graduate and Entry-Level Recruitment Open Evening announced
Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is inviting people to a recruitment open evening focused on apprenticeships, graduate roles and entry-level opportunities.
Music
Something About George heads to Blackburn Empire for one-night tribute to George Harrison
A live tribute to George Harrison is coming to Blackburn Empire for one night only - featuring My Sweet Lord, Something, Got…
Community
Volunteer by Water: help care for canals and rivers across Lancashire
The Canal & River Trust is inviting people across Lancashire to volunteer by water, helping care for canals, rivers and towpaths while…
Crime
Watch the moment a wanted man is chased along a pavement in Blackburn town centre by mounted police
A man wanted on recall to prison was arrested in dramatic fashion in Blackburn after attempting to flee police, only to be…
News
Hobkirk launches January Sale with 25% off across a huge range
Local sewing and craft specialists Hobkirk Sewing Machines have launched their January Sale, with 25% off a wide range of products available…
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Long-standing Darwen fashion boutique Solitaire announces closure after 48 years
A well-known independent fashion boutique in Darwen has announced it will close its doors after nearly five decades in business.
Home & Garden
Channel 4’s The Dog House Seeks Loving Homes in Blackburn as Rescue Centres Feel the Strain
Rehoming charities across Blackburn are experiencing an unprecedented surge in demand, highlighting the growing need for people willing to open their homes…