Latest news listings for Blackburn with Darwen Council.
Published on Wednesday 17 November 2021 at 8:49 am
While Blackburn with Darwen occupies a spot in the bottom 12% of England’s Covid case rates ‘league table’, local leaders are encouraging everyone to do their bit to help keep the borough’s rates low and ease pressure on local NHS services.
Filed under: coronavirus | COVID-19 | education | face coverings
Published on Tuesday 16 November 2021 at 10:11 pm
This week is Interfaith Week, which focuses on fostering a better understanding between people of religious and non-religious beliefs, and recognising the contributions of everyone to our communities.
Filed under: ESOL | Our Community Our Future | social integration
Published on Monday 15 November 2021 at 2:18 pm
People gathered from across the borough to pay their respects to those who lost their lives in conflicts at Remembrance Services.
Filed under: Blackburn | Councillor | Darwen | Mohammed Khan | Remembrance services | Remembrance Sunday | Royal British Legion | wreath
Published on Friday 12 November 2021 at 2:51 pm
Boyband supergroup, Boyz On Block, will be dazzling Darwen with their combined talents at the 2021 light switch on!
Published on Friday 12 November 2021 at 9:00 am
Services of remembrance commemorating those who have served their country in wars past and present will be held across the borough.
Filed under: Blackburn Cathedral | commemoration | Darwen Market Square | parade | remembrance
Published on Thursday 11 November 2021 at 1:40 pm
The annual Road Safety Week begins on Monday encouraging everyone to speak up about road safety to ensure safe and healthy journeys for all.
Published on Thursday 11 November 2021 at 11:55 am
In the latest episode of Tales from the Collection, Remembrance Day is in mind as we uncover stories from WWI.
Published on Thursday 11 November 2021 at 9:41 am
While Covid case rates in Blackburn with Darwen remain lower than the national average, the numbers of people needing hospital treatment for their symptoms is increasing – particularly among people who are not fully vaccinated.
Filed under: coronavirus | COVID-19 | ELHT | vaccination
Published on Thursday 11 November 2021 at 9:02 am
I think we may all need to start wearing facemasks again very soon in schools and enclosed public spaces.
Filed under: coronavirus | COVID-19 | Dominic Harrison | NHS Blackburn with Darwen | Winter
Published on Wednesday 10 November 2021 at 5:31 pm
The leader of the Council, Councillor Mohammed Khan, and Chief Executive Denise Park visited the pop-up unit in The Mall in Blackburn to give their backing to the Poppy Appeal.
Filed under: Chief Executive Denise Park | Councillor | Mohammed Khan | Poppy Appeal | remembrance | Royal British Legion | The Mall
Published on Wednesday 10 November 2021 at 4:32 pm
As part of the celebrations for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee next year, a competition has been launched to grant city status to towns in the UK.
Published on Wednesday 10 November 2021 at 1:01 pm
A BLACKBURN home shaped by designer Wayne Hemingway’s team is being given away in a prize draw to raise funds for a Lancashire children’s charity.
Published on Wednesday 10 November 2021 at 10:36 am
The promoter is: Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council.
By submitting to this competition and using the #BackingBlackburnPhotography hashtag, an entrant is indicating their agreement to be bound by these terms and conditions.
Published on Tuesday 9 November 2021 at 4:13 pm
A devastated joiner has appealed for help to find his work van and tools after they were stolen over the weekend – some of the tools date back over 50 years and have an irreplaceable sentimental value.
Published on Tuesday 9 November 2021 at 2:40 pm
Blackburn with Darwen’s Director of Public Health Dominic Harrison is urging eligible people to get their Covid booster jabs to make sure they are protected this winter.
Filed under: Booster | covid | Director of Public Health | Dominic Harrison | vaccination
Published on Tuesday 9 November 2021 at 1:41 pm
You’re invited to register for a place at the Extraordinary General Meeting of Blackburn with Darwen Sports Council.
Published on Friday 5 November 2021 at 9:26 am
Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is today (Friday, November 5) announcing its intention to bid for City Status as part of a nation competition to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in 2022.
Published on Thursday 4 November 2021 at 3:05 pm
Pupils from St James Primary School, Lower Darwen enjoyed the opportunity to be the first children to walk and cycle on the new link road Issa Way before it is opened to traffic.
Published on Thursday 4 November 2021 at 2:45 pm
Community champions from across Blackburn with Darwen were crowned in a ceremony at the 2021 Community Volunteer Awards held in King George’s Hall.
Filed under: awards | Community CVS | Community Volunteer Awards | Councillor | Denise Park | Garth Hodgkinson | King George's Hall | Mohammed Khan | Volunteers
Published on Thursday 4 November 2021 at 2:29 pm
Top tips for having fun and staying safe this bonfire night.
Whilst most people enjoy fireworks responsibly, in the wrong or careless hands they can cause real misery.
Published on Thursday 4 November 2021 at 2:28 pm
A support group in Blackburn with Darwen set up to help people with Long Covid has hosted a discussion with the borough’s Strategic Director of Adults & Health.
Published on Thursday 4 November 2021 at 10:54 am
Today we share greetings to everyone celebrating Diwali.
Wishing you happy times with your loved ones during the festival of lights.
Published on Thursday 4 November 2021 at 9:51 am
In his Coronavirus column this week, Prof Dominic Harrison, our Director of Public Health and Wellbeing, comments on Household Transmission, Self-isolation & Testing.
Published on Wednesday 3 November 2021 at 1:22 pm
Change to Traffic Management – Roman Road, Blackburn
As many people will have noticed, on Tuesday United Utilities (UU) changed the traffic management at Roman Road, Blackburn to multi way signals.
Published on Monday 1 November 2021 at 3:51 pm
Islamophobia Awareness Month takes place this November and aims to highlight the threat of Islamophobic hate crimes and showcase the positive contributions that British Muslims make to society.
Published on Monday 1 November 2021 at 2:54 pm
We asked BwD Running Mayor Andrew Gardner to tell us about the last six months promoting the health benefits of running in Blackburn and Darwen.
Published on Monday 1 November 2021 at 12:56 pm
After holding a successful event in 2019, RunThrough are excited to be bringing the Blackburn 10k back.
Published on Monday 1 November 2021 at 11:59 am
G4 will be back on the road in 2021 with their biggest and best Christmas tour to date!
Published on Friday 29 October 2021 at 3:02 pm
Following a visit from artist collective, “Eye of Newt” last Saturday, Blackburn Market is pleased to welcome them back with a miniature theatre production.
Published on Thursday 28 October 2021 at 10:37 am
Mohammed Khan CBE, Leader of Blackburn with Darwen Council, has responded to the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget and Spending Review.
Filed under: budget | leader's response
Published on Thursday 28 October 2021 at 10:07 am
Paul Fleming, Strategic Director of Resources at Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council has topped a list that celebrates technology and business leaders driving change at their organisations.
Published on Wednesday 27 October 2021 at 7:15 pm
An open invitation is being shared to a candle-lit peace vigil on Thursday 4 November to mark the start of the Knife Angel Lancashire education programme.
Filed under: community safety | Knife Angel | knife crime
Published on Wednesday 27 October 2021 at 3:07 pm
Blackburn with Darwen Council, in partnership with Lancashire County Council, have jointly developed a Bus Service Improvement Plan for their areas.
Published on Tuesday 26 October 2021 at 3:22 pm
Young people aged 12-15 in Blackburn with Darwen can now get their Covid-19 vaccine at vaccination sites in the borough with an appointment booked on the NHS National Booking Service.
Published on Tuesday 26 October 2021 at 2:46 pm
King George’s Hall in Blackburn are delighted to welcome Direct from Dublin, the fantastic Stars from The Commitments.
Published on Tuesday 26 October 2021 at 2:34 pm
BBC Archive recently published a film of Blackburn made in 1957 on a social media platform.
Published on Tuesday 26 October 2021 at 12:47 pm
Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is looking to refresh our Independent Remuneration Panel membership with immediate effect.
Published on Tuesday 26 October 2021 at 11:18 am
Last week marked the beginning of birthday celebrations for Blackburn’s King George’s Hall, kicking off with a fun-filled centenary party and an exclusive concert from the prestigious Hallé Orchestra, who opened the venue exactly 100 years ago.
Published on Monday 25 October 2021 at 1:01 pm
The Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen, Cllr Derek Hardman was joined by Mayoress, Colette Hardman, to officially open a unit dedicated to raising money for the 100th Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal in The Mall Blackburn on Saturday 23rd October.
Published on Sunday 24 October 2021 at 2:40 pm
A new programme of support has launched to help Blackburn with Darwen residents comply with national guidance when they are told to self-isolate.
Filed under: coronavirus | COVID-19 | self-isolation | Self-isolation pilot
Published on Thursday 21 October 2021 at 3:36 pm
Strange things are happening this half-term on Blackburn Market, as the Cabinet of Curiosities arrives.
Artist Collective “Eye of Newt” will bring their magical story-telling contraption to the market starting this Saturday 23rd October 2021.
Published on Thursday 21 October 2021 at 10:59 am
In his Coronavirus column this week, Prof Dominic Harrison, our Director of Public Health and Wellbeing, comments on the government’s Plan B.
Filed under: coronavirus | COVID-19 | Professor Dominic Harrison
Published on Wednesday 20 October 2021 at 5:10 pm
Click here to for all the updates on the #KGH100 celebrations!
Published on Wednesday 20 October 2021 at 1:49 pm
Free school meal vouchers will be available for eligible Blackburn with Darwen children for the October half term.
Filed under: Blackburn Market | Councillor | Darwen Market | free school meals | Government | half term | Help Hub | Julie Gunn | vouchers
Published on Wednesday 20 October 2021 at 1:15 pm
Covid booster vaccinations for eligible people are starting to rollout across Blackburn with Darwen and the North West as the NHS prepares for Winter.
Published on Wednesday 20 October 2021 at 12:32 pm
People in Blackburn are being invited to find out all about the process of modern adoption during National Adoption Week.
Published on Wednesday 20 October 2021 at 12:29 pm
Do you know someone standing in the Wall of Shame?
This week the Council has launched a new initiative to tackle fly-tipping, and appeals to residents to share any home or dash-cam CCTV footage to help us catch those illegally dumping rubbish in our borough.
Published on Tuesday 19 October 2021 at 5:03 pm
We’d like to thank every single person who shared their incredible King George’s Hall memories as we approach the centenary celebrations this Thursday.
Published on Friday 15 October 2021 at 4:44 pm
Prof Dominic Harrison, Director of Public Health for Blackburn with Darwen, has confirmed his decision to retire from Blackburn with Darwen Council at the end of March 2022.
Published on Friday 15 October 2021 at 3:58 pm
Community organisations across the borough are joining forces next week to help people who struggle to get online to improve their skills and boost their confidence.
Filed under: digital skills | Get Online Week | Online
