Leader of the Council says “We are aiming big” in Open Letter to residents

Councillor Phil Riley, Leader of Blackburn with Darwen Council, has written a message to the borough’s residents.
Lighting of the Jubilee beacon at Darwen Tower – everything you need to know!

A Jubilee beacon will be lit at Darwen Tower to mark the Queen’s 70-year reign on the evening of Thursday, June 2nd.
Janet crowned ‘Queen’ of Darwen Tower Jubilee Beacon Competition

The winner of a competition to light the Jubilee Beacon at Darwen Tower has been officially crowned!
Better Park Experiences in Darwen

Darwen residents can expect a better park experience after maintenance work has been carried out in three of the neighbourhood parks.
Want to know who’s standing for election on May 5 in Blackburn with Darwen?

The details of all candidates standing for the local elections in Blackburn with Darwen have now been published.
Free Easter holiday club places available

Free holiday club places are being offered during the Easter holidays offered to children who qualify for free school meals.
Blakey Moor Terrace transformation begins in year-long Project

Work is underway on transforming an important part of Blackburn’s ‘cultural quarter’ – Blakey Moor Terrace.
Director of Public Health who led the borough through COVID is set to retire this week

The Director of Public Health who has been at the helm of Blackburn with Darwen’s course through the Covid pandemic is retiring this week.
Council set to recruit 26 apprentices – Here’s how to apply

Blackburn with Darwen Council’s annual apprenticeship recruitment drive is back – and this year they are set to recruit up to 26 new apprentices.
Darwen Playground to get £100,000 makeover

Blackburn with Darwen Council has announced that the playground at Blacksnape will undergo a full renovation.