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Cadets Charlie and Will Ferguson standing beside a biography board honouring their great-grandfather, Corporal William Tweedale, at VE80 Fest in Witton Park.

Emotional Encounter at VE80 Fest: Family Discovers Tribute to WWII Relative

Tue 06 May, 2025

An unexpected and moving moment unfolded at Blackburn’s VE80 Fest in Witton Park, as a family visiting the event discovered a tribute to their own wartime relative on display at the Veterans Living History Museum CIC exhibition.

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From Injury to Triumph: Blackburn Runner Completes First Marathon on Her Birthday

Wed 30 Apr, 2025

Blackburn Road Runners’ Lynne Knowles had more than one reason to celebrate last weekend — not only was it her birthday, but she also completed her first-ever marathon at the Manchester Marathon, overcoming a major injury along the way.

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Workers’ Memorial Day Marked in Blackburn with Darwen

Tue 29 Apr, 2025

Workers’ Memorial Day was marked in Blackburn with Darwen this week, with a ceremony attended by union members, local representatives, and supporters from across the borough.

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Rovers’ Incredible History Brought to Life in New Exhibition at Blackburn Museum

Fri 11 Apr, 2025

A brand-new exhibition celebrating 150 years of Blackburn Rovers Football Club has opened at Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery—just yards from where the club was first formed in 1875.

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VE80 Fest – A Spectacular Community Celebration of Victory in Europe Day

Fri 11 Apr, 2025

Witton Country Park will come alive this May Bank Holiday as Blackburn hosts a major community celebration to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day.

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Mayor Joins Celebrations at Blakewater Homecare Following CQC Success

Fri 11 Apr, 2025

Blakewater Homecare in Blackburn recently welcomed a special guest as the Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen, Councillor Brian Taylor, paid a visit last Friday to celebrate the service’s recent success in its first CQC (Care Quality Commission) assessment.

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Blackburn Librarian Shortlisted for Prestigious National Award

Thu 27 Mar, 2025

Blackburn with Darwen’s Community History Librarian, Mary Painter, has been shortlisted for a Libraries Connected Award – a national recognition celebrating the achievements of exceptional library staff across the UK.

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Can You Help Reunite Gill With Her Beloved Pub Files?

Wed 26 Mar, 2025

We’re putting a heartfelt call out to the people of Blackburn and beyond – can you help solve this local mystery?

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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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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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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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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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Darwen Food Share CIC Raises £7126.55 through Inspirational Sleep Out Fundraiser

Mon 04 Dec, 2023

In a remarkable display of dedication and community spirit, Darwen Food Share Community Interest Company (CIC) successfully raised £7126.55 during a challenging sleep-out event held at Whitehall Park, Darwen, on

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An Invitation to Join Christmas Tree Festival at The Exchange

Wed 25 Oct, 2023

People across the borough have seized the opportunity to be part of the inaugural Christmas Tree Festival at the former Cotton Exchange on King William Street in Blackburn. For those who haven’t yet registered, there’s still a chance to join this unique celebration of community spirit.

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Experience a Day of Musical Delight at Blackburn Cathedral

Thu 08 Jun, 2023

Blackburn Cathedral has announced an enchanting musical event that is set to mesmerise attendees with a day of Cathedral Music, Talks & Performance Opportunities.

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Blackburn Pride Returns for a Celebration of Diversity and Inclusivity

Thu 08 Jun, 2023

Blackburn Pride is set to return this month, and it promises to be an unforgettable experience! Mark your calendars for Saturday, 17th June, as Blackburn Town Centre becomes the vibrant hub of festivities.

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Supercharge your events! Add them to Blackburn Life’s What’s On Guide – It’s now easier than ever!

Wed 07 Jun, 2023

Blackburn Life believe in supporting their local community, business and organisations and that’s why we created “The Big Guide” – Our What’s On Guide that is FREE to everyone.

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Could you help bring The Exchange back to life?

Thu 25 May, 2023

Would you like to be involved in creating a legacy and discovering more about the heritage of an iconic building in Blackburn Town Centre?

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New Café Harmony supporting integration and culture across the borough

Sun 21 May, 2023

An International Food Hub launched in Blackburn this week supporting integration and culture across the borough.

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Dean of Blackburn takes “short cut” to Hospice fundraising

Tue 16 May, 2023

The Dean of Blackburn had his head shaved during the Eucharist on Sunday 14 May 2023 to raise funds for the local Hospice and raise awareness of its vital service to the community.

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Blackburn Exchange announce Open Day to discover plans for historic building

Thu 23 Mar, 2023

Blackburn Exchange has announced plans for an Open Day on Tuesday 28th March 2023.

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£192,000 for Blackburn’s Old Apollo Cinema will use the Past To Transform the Future

Wed 15 Mar, 2023

The Exchange has been awarded £192,000 from the Lottery Heritage Fund

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Philip North Named as Next Bishop of Blackburn

Tue 10 Jan, 2023

The Right Reverend Philip North has today been announced by 10 Downing Street as the next Bishop of Blackburn.

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£100K funding boost from the John Lewis Foundation Trust for Youth Zone Darwen

Wed 23 Nov, 2022

Christmas really has come early for Youth Zone Darwen thanks to a £100K funding boost from the John Lewis Foundation Trust.

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Have your say on Blackburn Town Centre Post Office relocation

Thu 10 Nov, 2022

The Post Office are proposing to move the Blackburn Town Centre Post Office from its current base at 29-33 Ainsworth Street, Blackburn to the former Crawshaw’s shop at 4-6 Railway Road, Blackburn.

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Remembrance Concert returns to King George’s Hall in Blackburn

Thu 13 Oct, 2022

Blackburn’s King George’s Hall will again host a Remembrance Concert after two years’ absence due to the pandemic.

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Christmas from Blackburn Cathedral will be BBC highlight this year

Thu 13 Oct, 2022

The BBC have announced that their Christmas Services on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day will be broadcast from Blackburn Cathedral.

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Closures for Shops, Venues and Council Services for the Queen’s Funeral

Fri 16 Sep, 2022

Changes to business hours and opening for a whole range of local shops, venues and leisure attractions in the area.

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County Service of Thanksgiving for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II & Dean’s Message

Thu 15 Sep, 2022

Blackburn Cathedral will host a County Service of Thanksgiving for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on Sunday 18th September 2022 at 2pm

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Proclamations for King Charles III’s accession to take place in Blackburn & Darwen

Sat 10 Sep, 2022

Official proclamations to mark the accession of the new monarch King Charles III will take place in Blackburn & Darwen on Sunday 11 September 2022.

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The BBC think this Picture was taken in Blackburn with Darwen

Mon 25 Jul, 2022

The BBC has published a photo from one of its “Weather Watchers” stating it was taken in Blackburn.

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Tips from Down Under on How to Deal with the Heat

Tue 19 Jul, 2022

An Australian living in London has gone viral with her top tips to keep cool and manage in the current heatwave based on her experience from Down Under.

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Farewell to Bishop of Blackburn as he retires

Tue 19 Jul, 2022

The Bishop of Blackburn, Rt Rev. Julian Henderson, and his wife Heather said farewell to The Church of England in Lancashire on Saturday during a service at Blackburn Cathedral.

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Invitation to join Blackburn Cathedral Choirs

Tue 12 Jul, 2022

Blackburn Cathedral are appealing for 8 to 10 year old boys and girls to become part of the Cathedral Choirs.

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Litter louts caught on camera – It’s time to end this disrespect for our town

Tue 14 Jun, 2022

After several recent stories on social media about littering in the town and videos of the dumping of take-away rubbish in our streets, surely it’s time to clamp down on this disrespect for our town?

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Blackburn misses out on city status as Doncaster and Milton Keynes become cities

Fri 20 May, 2022

Blackburn has missed out on its bid to become a Jubilee City, as Doncaster, Colchester and Milton Keynes are announced as the recipients of city status in England.

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