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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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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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Step Into Christmas History: The Exchange Unveils Historic Christmas Tree Festival

Thu 23 Nov, 2023

This weekend, The Exchange invites the community to embark on a festive journey through time with its inaugural historic Christmas Tree Festival. A heartwarming celebration of past, present, and future.

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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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Become a Part of the Best Theatre Community in Blackburn at Empire’s Open Day

Tue 05 Sep, 2023

The Blackburn Empire Theatre is thrilled to announce its upcoming Volunteer Recruitment Open Day on Sunday, 10th September, 2023 from 12:00pm to 4:00pm.

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The future looks bright for The Blackburn Empire thanks to Darwen’s Crown Paints

Fri 21 Jul, 2023

Crown Paints in Darwen has made a colourful donation to local charity, Blackburn Empire Theatre.

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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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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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Blackburn Empire Theatre announces the passing of Chairman Michael Berry

Mon 06 Feb, 2023

Blackburn Empire Theatre has today announced the passing of their long-serving Chairman, Michael Berry.

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Blackburn Life help struggling families visit Panto

Mon 26 Dec, 2022

Need some MAGIC this Christmas? 33% off PANTO courtesy of Blackburn Life and Square Cactus.

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Oh yes they did! Blackburn Panto bring Christmas magic to Derian House

Thu 22 Dec, 2022

THE YOUNGSTERS at Derian House had a ball when they were visited by two groups of special guests just in time for Christmas.

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Donate your Energy Grant to Local Charities – Blackburn Life Campaign

Fri 27 May, 2022

The money raised will go directly to local charities helping people in the borough of Blackburn & Darwen

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Dancing Builders Re-work Madness Song “Our House” after Gifting New Home to Children’s Hospice

Tue 24 May, 2022

A GENEROUS bunch of builders from the North West are hoping to hit the big time after making a music video of the re-worked Madness classic song “Our House”.

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Hadrian’s Wall Hike by Blackburn Pub Duo for Derian House

Mon 07 Mar, 2022

TWO BRAVE Blackburn pub managers took on an epic five-day journey from the West to the East of the UK to raise money for their local children’s hospice, Derian House.

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The Mall Blackburn is kicking off its search for an official charity to support in 2022

Mon 14 Feb, 2022

The Mall Blackburn is kicking off its search for an official charity to support in 2022

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Blackburn’s Landmark Exchange Building is ready for Lift Off!

Wed 17 Nov, 2021

Blackburn’s Exchange Building, which many will remember as a cinema, but has a rich history going as far back as the 1860s, is getting ready to launch a new future.

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Blackburn Martial Arts Group in running for national prize

Thu 21 Oct, 2021

Blackburn Community Interest Company, is a finalist in the Persimmon Homes 2021 Building Futures award.

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Brand New Blackburn Home is prize in Charity Prize Draw

Tue 03 Aug, 2021

A BLACKBURN home shaped by designer Wayne Hemingway is being given away to raise funds for a Lancashire children’s charity.

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Blackburn busker begins nationwide tour to raise cash for Derian House

Fri 30 Jul, 2021

SIXTEEN-year-old Jacob Reddy from Blackburn is touring the country with his acoustic guitar to raise money for the children’s hospice where his brother was cared for.

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Bargains galore in Blackburn as Derian House charity shop hits the High Street

Wed 21 Jul, 2021

BLACKBURN shoppers flocked to grab a bargain yesterday (Tues) at the official opening of Derian House Children’s Hospice’s brand new charity shop.

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Local Community Theatre Thanks Supporters as they Look Forward to Raising the Curtain Again

Mon 22 Feb, 2021

The Blackburn Empire Theatre has thanked over 100 supporters who have helped to raise over £6,000 to enable the theatre to make vital improvements before it opens again later this year.

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Charity single “Come Home For Christmas” produced in Blackburn Town Centre Studio

Fri 04 Dec, 2020

Actual Music are delighted to announce the release of a new Christmas song and music video – written, produced & performed by musicians representing Musique Agency, from across Lancashire and the North-West.

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Your Local Charity and Voluntary Theatre needs your support

Sun 05 Jul, 2020

Blackburn Empire Theatre is a charity and volunteer-led community theatre in the heart of Lancashire.

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Curry club brings community together as Our Lancashire approaches milestone

Mon 20 Jan, 2020

Lancashire’s Police and Crime Commissioner has praised the Our Lancashire team whilst visiting an East Lancashire curry club bringing people from across its community together over a shared love of good food.

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Cooking up a Soup Social Fundraiser

Fri 10 Jan, 2020

Age UK are asking people to hold a soup social fundraiser this winter time to benefit their local charity.

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Looking for Krispy Kreme?

Fri 08 Nov, 2019

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A Blossoming Partnership for National Company with Local Roots

Thu 31 Oct, 2019

The HEADLINE sponsor for the Blackburn Cathedral Flower Festival, which returns in 2020, has been announced.
Family company and nationally respected home furnishing specialists, Plumbs, will be the lead sponsor for the Festival which takes place from 17th to 21st June 2020.

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Silhouettes of soldiers appearing across Blackburn Town Centre

Wed 30 Oct, 2019

Blackburn Life are grateful to Blackburn Town Centre businesses who are supporting our campaign to raise the profile of the Poppy Appeal in the town. The silhouette images of a

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Regency Fitness Darwen Fun Day hoping to be a big ‘HIIT’ for charity

Sat 24 Aug, 2019

Darwen Leisure Centre have announced a Regency Fitness Fun Day featuring Hiitstep Games Grand Prix, Zumba, Bokwa & Clubbercise, all in aid of charity Lancashire Mind.

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The rain does not dampen team spirit during fundraiser!

Thu 08 Aug, 2019

The rain did not deter a group of fundraisers from The Mall Blackburn raising vital cash for a local charity.

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It’s Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow for Mum and Daughter Duo!

Wed 31 Jul, 2019

For some it would be a hair-raising experience, but Becky Barton and her daughter Katy Barton, both from Darwen, are not daunted at the prospect of losing their hair to raise funds for charity.

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Staff and retailers put best foot forward for charity at The Mall

Fri 19 Jul, 2019

More than 25 staff and retailers from The Mall Blackburn are set to take on a marathon journey to raise money for East Lancashire Hospice.

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Charity Appeals for donations in Darwen

Fri 05 Jul, 2019

A local charity is appealing for stock for its Charity Shop in Darwen.

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