Queen’s Baton Relay set for royal welcome in Blackburn with Darwen!
Published on Monday 4 July 2022 at 1:29 pm
The countdown is on to Blackburn with Darwen welcoming the Queen’s Baton Relay – part of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.
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Published on Monday 4 July 2022 at 1:29 pm
The countdown is on to Blackburn with Darwen welcoming the Queen’s Baton Relay – part of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.
Published on Monday 4 July 2022 at 8:00 am
As Srebrenica Memorial Day approaches, the Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen and the Council Leader are pledging to learn from the lessons of history to help to keep the borough one where difference and diversity is celebrated.
Published on Friday 1 July 2022 at 1:47 pm
Advice is being issued today following an increase in reported banking scams.
The cost of living crisis means that more people are becoming vulnerable to criminals using sophisticated methods to target victims.
Published on Friday 1 July 2022 at 11:22 am
If you live in Blackburn with Darwen you can benefit from the newly opened Newground Together Employment Hub in The Mall, Blackburn.
Published on Thursday 30 June 2022 at 4:15 pm
Britain’s best IRONMAN weekend is back in Bolton from Friday 1st to Sunday 3rd July and people are being encouraged to take part, support the athletes or simply turn up and enjoy the spectacle.
Published on Thursday 30 June 2022 at 12:11 pm
A new service supporting people who are recovering from drug or alcohol addiction has been launched in the borough.
Filed under: Abdul Razaq | addiction | Blackburn | Calico | Darwen | Director of Public Health | recovery | Spark | Treatment and Recovery
Published on Thursday 30 June 2022 at 9:08 am
At a civic reception for retiring Council Leader Mohammed Khan CBE, Blackburn with Darwen Council affirmed its commitment to moving forward and ‘thinking big’ on behalf of its diverse communities.
Filed under: Council Leader | councillors | leadership | partnership | Phil Riley
Published on Wednesday 29 June 2022 at 7:17 am
People in Blackburn with Darwen are being asked to consider adopting children who have been waiting the longest.
Filed under: adoption | Adoption Now
Published on Thursday 23 June 2022 at 1:14 pm
Councillor Phil Riley, Leader of Blackburn with Darwen Council, has written a message to the borough’s residents.
Filed under: Councillor | Leader | letter | Phil Riley | update
Published on Wednesday 22 June 2022 at 4:52 pm
The secret is out! Shh! Bar has been officially revealed as the new tenants of a restored Blackburn public house.
Published on Monday 20 June 2022 at 5:20 pm
Over 120 pupils took part in a unique opportunity to explore a ‘pilgrimage across four faiths’.
Filed under: faith | Faith groups | pilgrimage | Religious Education | schools | Schools and Education | Schools Working Together
Published on Monday 20 June 2022 at 9:00 am
Blackburn with Darwen’s Adult Learning Team have a fantastic open day planned with fun for all the family this Saturday.
Published on Friday 17 June 2022 at 3:47 pm
On Monday Blackburn with Darwen will join many councils across the country in the annual raising of flags to show our support for our Armed Forces.
Filed under: Armed Forces | Armed Forces Day | Deputy mayor | mayor
Published on Thursday 16 June 2022 at 2:45 pm
Children from a Blackburn primary school have been presented with a Young Forestry Award and commemorative coins recognising their Jubilee tree planting efforts.
Filed under: climate change | environment | schools | tree planting
Published on Thursday 16 June 2022 at 2:32 pm
We are looking for super people to become part of our rewarding Shared Lives scheme.
Shared Lives is a care and support service which is for people aged 18 and over who want to live independently in their community, with the support of a family and community network.
Filed under: Councillor | Mustafa Desai | Shared Lives Scheme | Shared Lives Week
Published on Thursday 16 June 2022 at 10:08 am
Public health leaders in Blackburn with Darwen are reminding residents of the importance of Covid boosters while the NHS drive-through vaccination clinic is still in the borough.
Filed under: coronavirus | COVID-19 | Covid-19 vaccination programme | vaccination
Published on Wednesday 15 June 2022 at 6:03 pm
It’s Men’s Health Week the week’s theme this year of the health and wellbeing benefits to getting a Man MOT.
Filed under: health and wellbeing | mens health
Published on Wednesday 15 June 2022 at 1:06 pm
Former four-time World Superbike champion Carl Fogarty was the guest of honour as Great Places’ Bowland House in Blackburn was officially unveiled.
Published on Wednesday 15 June 2022 at 11:52 am
For Men’s Health Week, BwD Running Mayor Andrew Gardner shares how running has helped his health and wellbeing over the past few years, and why you might want to give it a try…
Andrew explains:
“Many moons ago when I was playing football in the Blackburn and Darwen combination league our old manager used to say:
When you move the ball, the picture changes.
Filed under: 5 ways to wellbeing | health and wellbeing | mens health | running mayor | wellbeing
Published on Tuesday 14 June 2022 at 5:35 pm
Air pollution is an invisible enemy, but that doesn’t mean we can’t fight it together.
#Airpollution dirties every organ in the body.
Filed under: air pollution | clean air day | environment | health and wellbeing
Published on Tuesday 14 June 2022 at 12:25 pm
We’re so proud to welcome Blackburn’s first ever official Pride event on Saturday 18th June.
Don’t miss out on what will be a spectacular day of fun and celebrations.
Published on Friday 10 June 2022 at 12:56 pm
Who’s ready for National Festival of Making this weekend?
WHAT: National Festival of Making
WHEN: Sat 11th & Sun 12th June, 11am-5pm
WHERE: Blackburn Town Centre
Come and join us in a unique celebration of making, from the kitchen table to the factory floor.
Published on Thursday 9 June 2022 at 5:09 pm
More than £250,000 has been raised for Youth Zone Darwen – beating the fundraising target and making the much needed service a reality.
Published on Thursday 9 June 2022 at 12:00 pm
A Volunteer celebration was held at King George’s Hall to give thanks to all the unsung heroes in the borough who dedicate their lives to their communities.
Published on Wednesday 8 June 2022 at 5:22 pm
Ahead of the National Festival of Making this weekend, there will be some road closures and diversions across Blackburn Town Centre.
Published on Wednesday 8 June 2022 at 4:46 pm
Your health, your climate, your pocket and your community are all better by bike. You can take part in national Bike Week from 6-12 June 2022.
Published on Wednesday 8 June 2022 at 2:46 pm
Darwen Town Hall is now open as usual after the reception was flooded over Bank Holiday weekend.
Published on Monday 6 June 2022 at 5:54 pm
Over the bank holiday weekend Darwen Town Hall reception was flooded and repair works will need to be undertaken.
Published on Monday 6 June 2022 at 2:50 pm
Coun Zamir Khan has been named in the Queen’s birthday honours list for 2022.
The Labour ward councillor for Blackburn Central ward has received an MBE for his services to Blackburn Muslim Burial Society and to the wider community, particularly during the Covid pandemic.
Filed under: community | councillors | Honours
Published on Monday 6 June 2022 at 1:52 pm
This year, Child Safety Week runs from Monday 6th to Sunday 12th June, with the theme ‘safety in mind’.
Filed under: child safety | wellbeing
Published on Monday 6 June 2022 at 7:54 am
Today is the launch of the Community Volunteer Awards 2022 to celebrate the amazing people and groups who make a big difference in our borough.
Filed under: Community Volunteer Awards | Councillor | Garth Hodgkinson | Mohammed Sidat MBE | nominations | Phil Riley | Volunteers
Published on Wednesday 1 June 2022 at 5:12 pm
Blackburn is now home to an iconic new mural of Liam Gallagher.
The giant image of the singing superstar is based on a photograph taken back stage at his recent intimate gig here.
Published on Wednesday 1 June 2022 at 5:02 pm
We know how excited everyone is to get partying this Jubilee Weekend!
Whether you’re attending one of the many events organised across the borough (check out our ‘what’s on’ guide) or have your own street-party planned, it’s sure to be a fun one in Blackburn with Darwen.
Published on Wednesday 1 June 2022 at 1:32 pm
The borough’s all set for a royal weekend of celebrations to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and you’re all invited to join in!
Published on Wednesday 1 June 2022 at 12:58 pm
As Volunteers’ Week starts today, we’re saying a huge thank you to all the people in Blackburn with Darwen who give their time freely to help out others.
Published on Wednesday 1 June 2022 at 12:10 pm
Following the Government’s announcement last week that it will provide a package of extra measures to support people around the cost of living crisis, the Leader of Blackburn with Darwen Council has provided an update.
Published on Tuesday 31 May 2022 at 5:49 pm
Renowned artist Jamie Holman has created a stunning multisoundscape tapestry celebrating Her Majesty the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
Filed under: Art | artist | Blackburn | Jamie Holman | Queen | Queen’s Platinum Jubilee | The Queen
Published on Monday 30 May 2022 at 1:25 pm
The award-winning festival returns to Blackburn Town Centre on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th June, with free fun for all the family.
Published on Monday 30 May 2022 at 11:28 am
Award winning comedian Rob Brydon and his eight-piece band continue their widely praised tour into 2022 with his show, Rob Brydon – A Night of Songs & Laughter, with this production marking the first time Brydon has created a show that includes songs and music as well as his acclaimed wit and comedy.
Filed under: Entertainment | King George's Hall | what's on
Published on Friday 27 May 2022 at 1:27 pm
As the Covid vaccination drive-through at Ewood Park continues to provide a convenient way to get jabs, we’re reminding residents to check travel requirements for their summer getaways.
Filed under: coronavirus | covid | COVID-19 | Covid-19 vaccination programme | vaccination
Published on Friday 27 May 2022 at 11:51 am
Renowned local artist Jamie Holman has created a monumental artwork celebrating Her Majesty the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
Filed under: Art | artist | Blackburn Cathedral | Jamie Holman | Jubilee | Jubilee events | Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
Published on Thursday 26 May 2022 at 2:14 pm
A Jubilee beacon will be lit at Darwen Tower to mark the Queen’s 70-year reign on the evening of Thursday, June 2nd.
Published on Thursday 26 May 2022 at 2:12 pm
The winner of a competition to light the Jubilee Beacon at Darwen Tower has been officially crowned!Published on Thursday 26 May 2022 at 2:10 pm
We’ve crowned our winner of the competition to light the Jubilee Beacon at Darwen Tower.
Janet Pearce, founder of Keep Darwen Tidy, received almost half of the nominations.
Published on Wednesday 25 May 2022 at 2:33 pm
The annual BwD Sporting Awards were held on Friday 21st May 21 with 13 categories and 18 winners on the night.
Published on Wednesday 25 May 2022 at 1:43 pm
Paul Young will take fans behind the lens in a unique show that will coincide with the publication of his autobiography.
Filed under: Entertainment | King George's Hall | Live music
Published on Wednesday 25 May 2022 at 10:37 am
The £1.2m transformation of a skate park in Darwen is just weeks away from completion.
And, already two international events have been booked at Junction 4 Skatepark – which is set to host Olympic trials and attract visitors from around the world.
Published on Monday 23 May 2022 at 8:00 am
The last couple of years have been incredibly tough for the borough.
As a community, however, we really have pulled together to come back stronger.
Published on Friday 20 May 2022 at 11:14 am
Yesterday evening (19.5.2022) the Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service (LRF) responded to a small blaze on Darwen Moors.
Published on Friday 20 May 2022 at 10:04 am
Responding to the announcement about the Platinum Jubilee City Status Competition, Council Leader, Councillor Phil Riley, said:
“It was really important for the Council to apply for this honour on behalf of all those who are determined to make Blackburn successful.