£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 work referred within the group to over £10 million since its launch.
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 Fair on Thursday 29th February 2024.
Swansway Motor Group partners with Community Foundation for Lancashire to support causes in the local area
Family-owned and run Swansway Motor Group has recently partnered with four community foundations across the West Midlands and North West with plans to support them in 2024.
Huge Saving Incentives For Blackburn Homebuyers
Countryside Homes launches exclusive initiatives for reservations made throughout February
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
New Café Harmony supporting integration and culture across the borough
An International Food Hub launched in Blackburn this week supporting integration and culture across the borough.
NHS worker becomes Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen
NHS Healthcare Assistant and former textile worker Coun Parwaiz Akhtar is the Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen for 2023/24.
English Garden Party To Launch Showhomes In Blackburn
LANCASHIRE homebuyers and their families can be the first to experience Kingswood Homes’ new collection of homes when two show homes open their doors on Saturday 27th May.
Five new creative collaborations revealed for National Festival of Making
Now in its fifth year, ‘Art in Manufacturing’ is the competitive headline commissioning programme that places artists in residence with some of the UK’s leading manufacturers as part of the National Festival of Making.
Dean of Blackburn takes “short cut” to Hospice fundraising
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.
There’s still time to go WILD in The Mall with free activities
Children have been having a really wild time in The Mall Blackburn as part of its free programme of activities this Easter.
Blackburn Exchange announce Open Day to discover plans for historic building
Blackburn Exchange has announced plans for an Open Day on Tuesday 28th March 2023.
New Prayer Shelter at Pleasington Cemetery nears completion
A new prayer shelter at Pleasington Cemetery will soon be open, allowing families to respectfully say goodbye to their loved ones at the most sensitive time.
Blackburn receives more Government Levelling Up Cash
Blackburn with Darwen has been announced as a new Government Levelling Up Partner – unlocking £20m of new funding.
£192,000 for Blackburn’s Old Apollo Cinema will use the Past To Transform the Future
The Exchange has been awarded £192,000 from the Lottery Heritage Fund
BGT Winner Richard Jones brings his UK-Wide Tour to Blackburn
Following the success of his most recent sell-out magic show, Richard Jones presents An Evening of Magic, a 26-date UK tour. The great news is, he’s coming to Blackburn this April!
All the Fun of the Fair this February Half-Term
Escape to Fun Island returns just in time for the half-term school holidays after proving a big hit last year.
Blackburn Empire Theatre announces the passing of Chairman Michael Berry
Blackburn Empire Theatre has today announced the passing of their long-serving Chairman, Michael Berry.
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.
Philip North Named as Next Bishop of Blackburn
The Right Reverend Philip North has today been announced by 10 Downing Street as the next Bishop of Blackburn.
Blackburn Life help struggling families visit Panto
Need some MAGIC this Christmas? 33% off PANTO courtesy of Blackburn Life and Square Cactus.
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.
Oh yes they did! Blackburn Panto bring Christmas magic to Derian House
THE YOUNGSTERS at Derian House had a ball when they were visited by two groups of special guests just in time for Christmas.
Here’s How to Get a No-Strings Attached £10 Gift Voucher from Turtle Bay!
From 3rd January 2023, Turtle Bay is giving away a £10 gift to fans around the country as the Caribbean restaurant and bar promises a no-strings attached present to welcome in the New Year.
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 12 amazing prizes All you have to do
WIN Tickets to “Dear Santa LIVE!” but only if you believe!
We’ve teamed up with Darwen Library Theatre, to offer one lucky family the opportunity to win tickets to see “Dear Santa LIVE”
Win a Family Ticket to see Jack & the Beanstalk at King George’s Hall
Here’s your chance to enjoy the panto, Jack & the Beanstalk, at Blackburn’s King George’s Hall by winning a family ticket.
Win £50 to spend at Le RainFlorist in Blackburn Market
Here’s how you can win £50 to spend at Le RainFlorist. What a great way to say thank you to someone special.