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Empower Yourself with Blackburn’s Ladies Self-Defence Course - Ladies Course Social Media scaled

Empower Yourself with Blackburn’s Ladies Self-Defence Course

Mon 20 Jan, 2025

This February, Masters of Martial Arts Academy invites the women of Blackburn to join their empowering Ladies Self-Defence Course.

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Soccer Stars Academy – New Classes Announced for Darwen

Thu 02 Jan, 2025

Join us at Soccer Stars Academy in Darwen for an unforgettable football experience! Our exciting new classes, starting on Saturday, January 18th, are designed for children aged 18 months to 12 years.

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Spud-Tacular Mix-Up: Viral ‘Spud Brothers’ Not Coming to Blackburn - 1230

Spud-Tacular Mix-Up: Viral ‘Spud Brothers’ Not Coming to Blackburn

Mon 30 Dec, 2024

The confusion sprouted when a fresh jacket potato venture announced its New Year launch in Blackburn, causing a hot potato of a rumour—many believed the TikTok-famous Spud Brothers (with over 3.3 million followers) were rolling into town.

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Blackburn’s Christmas Countdown has begun with Jack’s Big Adventure!

Fri 22 Nov, 2024

The festive season has officially begun at Blackburn Empire Theatre with the launch of this year’s spectacular pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk.

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Who’s Excited for the New TJ Hughes in Blackburn?

Wed 13 Nov, 2024

It’s official! The former Debenhams site in Blackburn town centre is getting a brand-new lease of life with the arrival of TJ Hughes

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New Bonmarché Store to Open in Blackburn This December

Fri 08 Nov, 2024

Bonmarché, the UK’s largest retailer for women’s fashion, will open a new store in Blackburn on the 12th of December.

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Snag Early Bird Tickets for Just £6 at the Empire Comedy Club!

Thu 07 Nov, 2024

Calling all comedy fans! For a limited time only, grab Early Bird tickets for just £6 to experience the Empire Comedy Club’s stellar triple-headline show on Saturday, 22 March 2025

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Ghosts of Blackburn: Real or Halloween Pranks? You Decide!

Tue 29 Oct, 2024

With Halloween just around the corner, it’s time to dive into Blackburn’s spookiest spots. From historic theatres to haunted pubs, here are some ghostly tales that might just make your hair stand on end.

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

Sat 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 early morning snoozing!

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

Tue 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 November

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

Fri 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 their celebrated Legacy Tour to East Lancashire.

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

Thu 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 Wednesday 24 September 2025.

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

Wed 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 home—completely free of charge.

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90s Dance Legends K-Klass to Headline Darwen Christmas Lights Switch-On! - K Klass set to headline Darwen Christmas lights switch on press image 768x512 1

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

Wed 16 Oct, 2024

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

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Young Palestinians Receive Warm Welcome in Blackburn

Wed 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 Monday.

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

Wed 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 Theatre this Halloween!

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Every Night is Opening Night With the Totally Improvised Musical!

Mon 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 Improvised Musical! Don’t miss the opening and closing night of your very own musical at The Blackburn Empire Theatre this Thursday.

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Warning Issued Over New Parking Fine Scam in Blackburn

Wed 02 Oct, 2024

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

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

Wed 02 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 The Mall in Blackburn.

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Get Ready for a Thrilling Night with The Real Manhunter LIVE

Wed 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 an electrifying evening with none other

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Five in a row for Blackburn’s Alcedo Care Group

Wed 10 Jul, 2024

Blackburn-based Alcedo Care Group Home has been recognised as one of the Top 20 Large Home Care Groups in the UK for the fifth consecutive year. Selected from 856 home

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

Tue 09 Jul, 2024

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

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Alcedo’s Blackburn team helps raise £6k for Spinal Injuries Association

Tue 25 Jun, 2024

A fearless team of 30 individuals from across Alcedo Care Group, including employees from its Blackburn branch on Anchor Court in Darwen, have come together to raise more than £6,000

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Major Investment in Blackburn’s Wildlife

Tue 25 Jun, 2024

A significant investment is being made into the protection and enhancement of Blackburn’s natural habitats over the next three years, as part of a £793,000 contribution by five-star housebuilder, Bovis

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

Tue 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 independent, Adnan Hussain, to step aside too . This decision aims to consolidate the vote against the Labour Party.

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Tributes for Jack Straw at Blackburn and Darwen Youth Zone charity event

Tue 16 Apr, 2024

Rt Hon Jack Straw was honoured and celebrated for his commitment and contribution to the Blackburn and Darwen Youth Zone at a packed-out event hosted by the charity at Blackburn Rovers on 27 March.

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Lancashire’s Art in Manufacturing Boosts Industrial-Art Collaboration

Tue 16 Apr, 2024

Four artists have been commissioned to work with world-leading manufacturers as part of Art in Manufacturing, the headline commissioning programme for the National Festival of Making in Blackburn, Lancashire.

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Get a helping hand to move in Blackburn

Tue 16 Apr, 2024

KINGSWOOD Homes is hosting an informative event to let house hunters know how they can help to sell their current home.

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Lancashire Town has the most dangerous drivers in the North West.

Tue 16 Apr, 2024

ecent data from the DVLA on UK driving licences suggests that Bacup has the most dangerous drivers in the North West, based on points per population, with Blackburn coming in in seventh spot.

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£10 Million Milestone for Blackburn BNI Group

Mon 18 Mar, 2024

A Blackburn-based BNI chapter is celebrating after its members generated over £2 million in the last year, bringing the total amount of work referred within the group to over £10 million since its launch.

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Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone Heralds Careers Fair Success

Mon 18 Mar, 2024

Minister for Disabled People, Health and Work, Mims Davies MP, was the guest of honour at Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone’s Careers Fair on Thursday 29th February 2024.

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Swansway Motor Group partners with Community Foundation for Lancashire to support causes in the local area

Tue 20 Feb, 2024

Family-owned and run Swansway Motor Group has recently partnered with four community foundations across the West Midlands and North West with plans to support them in 2024.

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Huge Saving Incentives For Blackburn Homebuyers

Tue 20 Feb, 2024

Countryside Homes launches exclusive initiatives for reservations made throughout February

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Wellies are the dress code for housebuilder event in Blackburn

Tue 20 Feb, 2024

KINGSWOOD Homes are hosting a ‘Wellies On’ event on Saturday 24th February at Green Hills.

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Hops and Dreams: Gill Singh’s Hunt to find her Precious Pub Files!

Wed 14 Feb, 2024

Gill Singh is on a mission: to track down her cherished “Pub Files”, which she regrets losing in 2011.

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Atique Malik returns to Blackburn Audi as General Sales Manager

Wed 07 Feb, 2024

Atique Malik has returned to Swansway Motor Group, taking on the General Sales Manager at Blackburn Audi.

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