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Christmas
Darwen set for a Christmas party as Ultrabeat join lights switch-on celebrations
Chart-topping dance act Ultrabeat will headline Darwen's Christmas Lights Switch-On on Saturday 14 November 2026, with a special appearance by vocalist Rebecca…
Community
Princess Royal officially opens Darwen Youth Zone during royal visit
The Princess Royal officially opened Darwen Youth Zone during a visit to the town on 30 October, which also included Herbert Parkinson,…
Business
Popular Blackburn restaurant Thira to move into former Subway building opposite King George’s Hall
Award-winning Blackburn restaurant Thira is moving from its Darwen Street home to the former Subway building opposite King George's Hall, with larger…
Drama
Something spooky is coming to Blackburn Empire as 2:22 A Ghost Story takes to the stage
Things are about to go bump in the night at Blackburn Empire Theatre as the award-winning Blackburn Drama Club prepares to bring…
Community
Remembrance 2026: Services and events across Blackburn with Darwen
Remembrance services, wreath-laying ceremonies and a special concert will take place across Blackburn and Darwen from 7 to 11 November 2026. Find…
Council
Blackburn with Darwen gritting teams ready for winter with 3,500 tonnes of salt
Blackburn with Darwen Council has 3,500 tonnes of salt ready and gritting crews on 24-hour standby to keep 160 miles of priority…
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