News
Northern Rail launch new timetable on Monday
Northern is set to introduced new timetables as the entire rail industry adapts to a ‘new normal’ as a result of the…
Blackburn Life
News
Coronavirus
Warning to follow the rules in Blackburn & Darwen or face more restrictions next week
Council leaders in Blackburn and Darwen have warned that "Everyone in Blackburn with Darwen must comply with the government’s restrictions to help…
News
Blackburn Cathedral Choir looking for new recruits
Blackburn Cathedral Choir has just a few places for lucky new choristers this year, with their new-look socially distanced choir.
Business
Relief for gyms, fitness and dance studios, indoor swimming pools and sports clubs in Blackburn
The government have announced that gyms, fitness and dance studios, indoor swimming pools and sports clubs in Blackburn will be able to…
Coronavirus
Shielding to end on 21st September for some in Blackburn & Darwen – Others must wait for Review
The council have announced that some people who are shielding in Blackburn & Darwen will need to continue shielding until 21st September…
Council
Public toilets removed from Darwen after multiple vandal attacks
Blackburn with Darwen Council has been forced to remove five portable toilets from Darwen town centre after they were repeatedly vandalised by…
News
The Blackburn Bus Company to run more buses as many timetables return to normal this weekend
Lancashire bus operator The Blackburn Bus Company is today confirming many of its buses will return to normal timetables this weekend, with…
Business
Council confirm lifting of restrictions in South & West of Blackburn and in Darwen
Blackburn with Darwen council has confirmed that the extra local restrictions in some parts of Blackburn and Darwen have been lifted today.…
Comedy
Fake News, updated and remixed for a post-Corona world with Jonathan Pie
Jonathan Pie’s critically acclaimed sell out show FAKE NEWS finally returns, updated and remixed for a post-Corona world. His live show arrives…
News
Tighter Restrictions confirmed in 8 areas of Blackburn as the lockdown is eased in the remaining areas
Additional guidance will be introduced Blackburn to help curb a rising tide of COVID-19 cases, following careful consideration of rates across England…
Coronavirus
Maps of the 8 wards that are likely to be affected by new lockdown restrictions in Blackburn
Maps of the 8 wards that are likely to be affected by new lockdown restrictions in Blackburn
Coronavirus
The eight wards that are likely to see tougher restrictions in Blackburn
A targeted approach to reducing the spread of Coronavirus in Blackburn with Darwen is set to be announced today.
Coronavirus
“Covid-safe” cabs begin rolling out in Blackburn with Darwen
Blackburn with Darwen Council’s Davyfield Road depot has been a hive of activity as a fleet of ‘covid-safe’ cabs were prepped to…
Coronavirus
Shielding advice extended to 7th September in Blackburn and Darwen
Blackburn with Darwen Council have announced that the clinically extremely vulnerable should continue to shield until 7th September. They are being sent…
Coronavirus
Council staff join local Track & Trace efforts to improve results
Blackburn with Darwen Council has announced it has developed local systems and council staff will now join in the contact tracing system,…
Business
Over 100 restaurants, cafes and pubs where you can get 50% off in and around Blackburn & Darwen!
Over 100 local restaurants, pubs and cafes have joined the Eat Out to Help Out scheme in and around Blackburn & Darwen.
Coronavirus
North West of England: new local restrictions – what you can and cannot do
New restrictions on household gatherings in parts of the North West including Blackburn and Darwen.
Coronavirus
Which Businesses will not be allowed to reopen in Blackburn and Darwen this weekend
More restrictions are due to be lifted nationally this weekend to allow more businesses to reopen, but this will not be the…
Business
Eat Out to Help Out – Local Restaurants, Cafes and Pubs
The 'Eat Out to Help Out' scheme will see participating businesses offering a 50% discount to customers on dine-in meals which can…
Music
Curtis Stigers brings Contemporary Jazz to Blackburn
Tickets go on sale at 10am tomorrow (Tuesday 27 July 2020) for Curtis Stigers at King George's Hall.
Food & Drink
Thira Restaurant – Review – “A 5 star rating from us”
For the food & service, it is definitely a 5 star rating from us.
Coronavirus
Everything you need to know about the updated travel restrictions for Spain
The Government has tonight confirmed that people returning to the UK from Spain (including islands) from midnight tonight (25 July 2020) will…
Coronavirus
Council confirm easing of lockdown will be delayed
Blackburn with Darwen Council have confirmed that the borough will be delaying the easing of lockdown, which will include indoor gyms and…
Coronavirus
Leisure Centres & Pools in Blackburn and Darwen set to delay reopening date
Blackburn with Darwen Council has announced it will look to open its leisure and community centres in August. Nationally, the Government has…
Coronavirus
Ice rinks, Theatres and Bowling Alleys set to reopen as new timetable announced by the Prime Minister
Boris Johnson has announced that coronavirus restrictions will ease further in England under plans for a "significant return to normality" by Christmas.
Leisure
Planet Ice in Blackburn will not reopen on 25 July, as government says they were given permission in error
Planet Ice in Blackburn, along with ice rinks across England, have had to put a pause on their anticipated reopening, as the…
Business
Everything you need to know about the cut in VAT on food & hospitality today
A temporary cut in VAT from 20% to 5% comes into force today allowing businesses in the food, drink and hospitality sectors…
Business
Registration for “Eat Out to Help Out” is now open. Has your restaurant or café registered?
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, recently announced the "Eat Out to Help Out" and local restaurants and cafes can register…
Leisure
Blackburn Museum reopens by appointment only
Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery reopens tomorrow (Wednesday 15 July 2020) but you will need to plan ahead if you want to…
Council
Crackdown on “Surge in very dangerous and completely unacceptable driving”
Lancashire Police has been stepping up patrols in hotspots to crackdown on those who are breaking road safety rules.
Coronavirus
New local measures announced in Blackburn & Darwen to control spread of Coronavirus
Blackburn with Darwen Council have today issued five measures, that will be in place for a month, aimed at avoiding a local…
Coronavirus
Blackburn with Darwen at risk of local lockdown if people don’t observe rules warning
Following a moderate rise in cornonavirus cases, Blackburn with Darwen Council has warned that local people must remember the importance of sticking…
Business
Everything you need to know about gyms, pools, beauty salons, team sport and outdoor arts performances returning
The Government have announced a whole range of businesses and leisure facilities that can reopen in phases from next week.
Drive-in Movies
Everything you need to know about the Drive-in Movies at Witton Park
Drive-in movies begin in Blackburn’s Witton Park starting on Friday 17th July. Here’s everything you need to know
Business
Ainsworth Jewellers welcomes new Gemologist
A new chapter at Ainsworth Jewellers on Darwen Street in Blackburn in their 150th year.
Coronavirus
Blackburn and Darwen begin to reopen council services
Blackburn and Darwen Council have today published details of the reopening of some of their key services, including Town Halls and Libraries.