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Sweet Success – Young Blackburn Brothers Bring Their Sweets to the Theatre
From a summer holiday idea to theatre shelves – two young Blackburn brothers are making big moves with their growing sweets brand,…
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Flagship Cathedral Square restaurant The Firepit appears to have closed
One of Blackburn’s most prominent restaurant venues appears to have shut its doors, with The Firepit in Cathedral Square now sitting in…
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Blackburn-Based EG Group Sells Iconic Yorkshire Bakery Back to Management Team
One of the UK’s oldest bakery brands, Cooplands, has returned to local hands following its sale by Blackburn-headquartered EG Group, bringing to…
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EG Group to Leave Blackburn in Shock Move, as Business Focus Shifts to USA
After more than two decades in Blackburn, EG Group has confirmed it is relocating its UK office to Bolton and its global…
Business
Poundland to Shut Blackburn Store on 31 August – Full List of 49 UK Closures Inside
Poundland has confirmed that its Blackburn branch at Cobden Court in The Mall will shut its doors for the final time on…
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Still Waiting for a Double-Double: Tim Hortons in Blackburn: What’s Happened to the Plans?
In August 2023, it was announced that Blackburn was set to welcome a new drive-thru restaurant from popular Canadian coffee and doughnut…
Business
Blackburn’s After-Hours Identity Crisis: Where Do We Go From Here?
Blackburn’s nightlife has taken another hit with the closure of The Rock Box on King William Street. More than just a bar,…
Business
Blackburn BID Seeking New Manager as Role Becomes Vacant
Blackburn’s Business Improvement District (BID) is recruiting for a new BID Manager, following a change in leadership.
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Blackburn Times Up for Sale – Is Blackburn Set to Lose Another Town Centre Bar?
Another of Blackburn’s town centre bars could be set for change, with the Blackburn Times on Northgate now up for sale.
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Opinion: M&S at Whitebirk – The Best Outcome Blackburn Could Hope For
There’s no doubt the news that Marks & Spencer will leave Blackburn town centre will be met with disappointment by many. For…
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Another Blackburn Bank Branch Set to Close—Find Out What’s Happening
Blackburn is bracing for yet another loss, with the announcement that NatWest’s branch in Copy Nook / Audley will close its doors…
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Get Job Ready: Blackburn to Host Three-Day Recruitment Extravaganza in February 2025
Job seekers and career changers, take note: Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council and Blackburn College are teaming up to host a free,…
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Planning U-Turn: St Mary’s College Venue Proposal Withdrawn Amid Local Concerns
Plans to transform the former St Mary’s College building in Blackburn into an event venue have been scrapped following community concerns and…
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New Bonmarché Store to Open in Blackburn This December
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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£10 Million Milestone for Blackburn BNI Group
A Blackburn-based BNI chapter is celebrating after its members generated over £2 million in the last year, bringing the total amount of…
Business
Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone Heralds Careers Fair Success
Minister for Disabled People, Health and Work, Mims Davies MP, was the guest of honour at Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone’s Careers…
Business
It’s Good News but only 30% turnout for Blackburn BID Third-Term Renewal
Why do so few businesses take part in the BID voting process.
Business
Giveaways & Free Spooky Sundaes as Creams Cafe to Host Spooktacular Grand Opening in Blackburn
Creams Cafe, the UK's leading dessert restaurant brand, is excited to announce the grand opening of its new store in Blackburn on…
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The Butlers Arms to Open its Doors on 23rd October
In exciting news, The Butlers Arms will be opening its doors on Monday, October 23rd!
Business
Blackburn Town Centre Shoppers’ Car Park covered in “litter for months”
A local shopkeeper has contacted Blackburn Life about the "shocking state" of areas of Blackburn Town Centre, including a shoppers' pay and…
Business
Blackburn Wilko Store Closure date announced
Blackburn Wilko store is set to close its doors for the last time on Thursday, October 5, 2023.
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Transdev guarantees job interview for Wilko staff facing redundancy
Come and talk to us about a fresh start – that’s the offer from North West bus operator Transdev to workers facing…
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Hobkirks Sewing Machines Competition
To celebrate 120 years of HOBKIRK SEWING MACHINES they are giving you the chance to WIN some amazing prizes over the coming…
Business
The future looks bright for The Blackburn Empire thanks to Darwen’s Crown Paints
Crown Paints in Darwen has made a colourful donation to local charity, Blackburn Empire Theatre.
Business
Alcedo Care Group announces record results and plans for growth
It’s been another successful year for top-rated home care provider Alcedo Care Group, with its Blackburn & Darwen office on Anchor Court…
Business
It’s Love Your Local Market Fortnight – A round up of some of our favourite Market Traders
A round up of some of our favourite local market traders in Blackburn
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Luxury Floating Hotel to add some Show Time Glamour
A brand new venture opens for bookings at the end of February, with touches of luxury and glamour for the ultimate break.
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Blackburn Business Boss makes last minute plea to Shop Local for Christmas
The manager of Blackburn BID, Catherine Price, has made a last minute plea to shop with Blackburn Town Centre businesses this Christmas.
Business
Hobkirk – 12 Days Of Christmas Giveaway
GIVEAWAY ALERT Our 12 Days of Christmas giveaway has officially started.Enter now to be in with a chance of winning 1 of…
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Two town centre locations close as Shh Bar and Coffee Shop call it a day
The Shh Bar, which announced last month it was not to relocate, but close its doors has now thanked customers as it…
Business
Blackburn’s Latest Hotel Opens in the Town Centre
Blackburn's latest Hotel has opened as Hotel 99 in the former Wheatsheaf pub on Mincing Lane in the Town Centre, under the…
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Waffles get the WOW factor in The Mall
The Mall Blackburn has welcomed a new food vendor specialising in delicious Belgian waffles (Waffwich) mini dutch pancakes and creamy shakes.
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Blackburn and Darwen Hospitality & Leisure Businesses can claim up to £6,000
The Omicron Hospitality & Leisure Grant is intended to support eligible hospitality, leisure and accommodation businesses, in recognition of the effect that…
Blackburn History
Blackburn’s Landmark Exchange Building is ready for Lift Off!
Blackburn’s Exchange Building, which many will remember as a cinema, but has a rich history going as far back as the 1860s,…
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Stalls will be popping up every Saturday in the run up to Christmas
A range of pop-up stalls will be trading in Blackburn Market every Saturday as everyone looks forward to the festive season.The pop-up…
Business
The Mall Blackburn offers FREE unit to one lucky business
The Mall Blackburn is on the hunt for an exciting business to take a free retail unit for six months.