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Blackburn Woman Shares Career Journey On Armed Forces Day
To mark Armed Forces Day 2026 (27th June) and Reserves Day 2026 (24th June), the team at Amazon in Bolton is celebrating…
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Roe Lee Park Primary receives Eid gift from Bovis Homes
To celebrate the festival of Eid, Bovis Homes has donated £500 to Roe Lee Park Primary School, helping the Blackburn school refresh…
Home & Garden
New Darwen show homes receive a civic welcome
Linden Homes and Bovis Homes - both part of Vistry - welcomed Blackburn with Darwen Council to their official show home launches…
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Linden Homes boosts home-ownership with £12,000 mortgage contribution at Cooper Fields
Buyers at its flagship development in Blackburn can achieve total savings exceeding £15,000. Linden Homes is offering an exceptional incentive package…
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Summer-ready Blackburn and Darwen new builds available this month
Unmissable incentives and purchase schemes are on offer for buyers ready for a summer move at Sunnybower Meadow or Collingwood Park. …
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First-time buyer exclusive event and incentives available in Blackburn
A first-time buyer package has launched in Blackburn, with an exclusive event to follow at Sunnybower Meadow on 28th and 29th March.…
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Skip a step on the housing ladder in Darwen
A DEPOSIT boost worth almost £17,000 could help homebuyers in Darwen to skip a rung on the property ladder.
Home & Garden
Final opportunity to join Brookfield Vale community
Brookfield Vale is nearing sell-out with just one home remaining at Countryside Homes’ only Blackburn development.
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Big Black Friday deals on Brother sewing machines at Hobkirk Blackburn
Huge Black Friday deals have arrived at Hobkirk Blackburn, with discounts across Brother sewing, quilting and embroidery machines — including bundle offers…
Home & Garden
The ultimate gift: celebrate Christmas in a new Blackburn home
Homebuyers could celebrate Christmas in their new home thanks to Bovis Homes’ commitment to reducing upfront costs.
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Brother Sewing Machine Offers at Hobkirk in Blackburn
Local sewing and craft specialists Hobkirk Sewing Machines have announced a new range of Brother machine offers, with up to £200 off…
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Local Sewing Shop Offers Surprise Gift With Every Zip Purchase
Blackburn’s long-standing sewing and crafting specialist Hobkirk is adding a little mystery and fun to your next project.
Home & Garden
Bovis Homes is rewarding the Bank of Mum and Dad in Blackburn
Bovis Homes is thanking the family and friends who help loved ones buy a new home, with the Bank of Mum and…
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Big Summer Savings on Janome Sewing Machines at Hobkirk Blackburn
From beginner-friendly machines to professional embroidery models, these deals are only available until 30th July 2025 – so you’ll need to be…
Home & Garden
Blackburn’s new builds triple in popularity
Interest in new homes for sale in Blackburn has soared by 271%, reveals local housebuilder Countryside Homes.
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Janome Summer Sale Now On at Hobkirks!
Sewing fans — the Janome Summer Sale has officially landed!
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🧵 New Brother Machine Offers + Free Delivery on Fabrics & Haberdashery! 🧵
Hobkirks have launched brand new Brother sewing machine offers — now available online and in-store!
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Unlock a smooth move in Blackburn this May
Considering your next home? Bovis Homes will provide tips for those looking to upsize, downsize or move up the property ladder at…
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Hobkirk Launches Exclusive Sewing & Embroidery Offers This Spring
Hobkirk Sewing Machines in Blackburn is offering a series of exciting deals throughout May – perfect for sewing enthusiasts looking to upgrade…
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Thread Offer Sew Good – Hobkirk Launches 20% Discount on Popular Sewing Threads
Hobkirk Sewing Machines is offering a limited-time 20% discount on some of its most popular sewing threads — perfect for keen sewists…
Community
Mayor Joins Celebrations at Blakewater Homecare Following CQC Success
Blakewater Homecare in Blackburn recently welcomed a special guest as the Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen, Councillor Brian Taylor, paid a visit…
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Spring into Savings with Hobkirk Sewing Machines!
Spring is here – and so is a fantastic Spring Sale from Hobkirk Sewing Machines, one of Blackburn’s best-loved crafting suppliers.
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Mother’s Day Special: Treat Mum (or Yourself!) to the Tula Pink x Oliso Mini Project Iron
Looking for the perfect gift for the crafty mum in your life? Or maybe you are the crafty mum who deserves something…
Community
Can You Help Reunite Gill With Her Beloved Pub Files?
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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Enjoy FREE Delivery on Fabric & Haberdashery Orders at Hobkirk!
Calling all crafters, sewists, and fabric lovers! Blackburn’s very own Hobkirk Sewing Machines is treating you to an exclusive FREE delivery offer…
Education
Housebuilder’s investment brings much-needed new places to Blackburn primary school
More than 20 extra places have become available at Longshaw Infant School’s nursery in Blackburn, following investment from homebuilder Countryside Homes
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Local Content Creator Reviews Blackburn’s Trending Takeaway
Blackburn’s food scene has been making waves on social media, and one takeaway in particular has caught the attention of food lovers…
News from Blackburn Life Members
Five in a row for Blackburn’s Alcedo Care Group
Blackburn-based Alcedo Care Group Home has been recognised as one of the Top 20 Large Home Care Groups in the UK for…
News from Blackburn Life Members
Alcedo’s Blackburn team helps raise £6k for Spinal Injuries Association
A fearless team of 30 individuals from across Alcedo Care Group, including employees from its Blackburn branch on Anchor Court in Darwen,…
News from Blackburn Life Members
Major Investment in Blackburn’s Wildlife
A significant investment is being made into the protection and enhancement of Blackburn’s natural habitats over the next three years, as part…
News from Blackburn Life Members
Tributes for Jack Straw at Blackburn and Darwen Youth Zone charity event
Rt Hon Jack Straw was honoured and celebrated for his commitment and contribution to the Blackburn and Darwen Youth Zone at a…
News from Blackburn Life Members
Lancashire’s Art in Manufacturing Boosts Industrial-Art Collaboration
Four artists have been commissioned to work with world-leading manufacturers as part of Art in Manufacturing, the headline commissioning programme for the…
Home & Garden
Get a helping hand to move in Blackburn
KINGSWOOD Homes is hosting an informative event to let house hunters know how they can help to sell their current home.
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Lancashire Town has the most dangerous drivers in the North West.
ecent data from the DVLA on UK driving licences suggests that Bacup has the most dangerous drivers in the North West, based…
Business
£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…