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Published on Monday 19 June 2017 at 5:18 pm
The leader of Blackburn with Darwen Council, Councillor Mohammed Khan, has called for people to help keep the borough strong and united following the latest news from London.
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Published on Monday 19 June 2017 at 9:44 am
People in Blackburn and Darwen are being invited to join in and observe a national minutes silence today (Monday, June 19) as a mark of respect for those who have lost their lives in the fire at Grenfell Tower, London.
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Published on Monday 19 June 2017 at 9:20 am
With parts of England currently experiencing heatwave conditions, Blackburn with Darwen Council’s health bosses are reminding people to stay safe in any extreme heat and follow relevant health advice.
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Published on Thursday 15 June 2017 at 11:23 am
Here’s our list of events in & around Blackburn & Darwen from Monday,19th June – Sunday, 25th June 2017.
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Published on Thursday 15 June 2017 at 10:01 am
Everyone is invited to attend flag raising ceremonies in front of Blackburn and Darwen town halls in support of the Armed Forces on Tuesday, June 20.
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Published on Wednesday 14 June 2017 at 4:08 pm
Come and find out about how photographer Tim Smith put together a new exhibition at Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery that aims to explore the many ties that bind Britain and India.
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Published on Tuesday 13 June 2017 at 10:03 am
A thank you celebration is being held for over 100 volunteers who helped make the inaugural Festival of Making such a success.
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Published on Monday 12 June 2017 at 4:57 pm
As part of Make A Noise In Libraries (MANIL) Blackburn Central Library is proud to host a coffee morning on Friday June 16.
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Published on Monday 12 June 2017 at 11:15 am
An 85 year old Blackburn business is celebrating a new milestone and being busier than ever.
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Published on Friday 9 June 2017 at 12:23 pm
Community groups across Blackburn with Darwen are taking part in The Great Get Together in memory of MP Jo Cox.
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Published on Friday 9 June 2017 at 10:21 am
Please note that you may need to purchase tickets for some of the events below. To avoid disappointment, please contact the venues to make sure that there are still tickets/places available if you are planning to attend any of the events below.
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Published on Wednesday 7 June 2017 at 3:10 pm
Coverage from Tuesday’s one minute silence was shown on TV and filmed by That’s Lancashire crew.
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Published on Tuesday 6 June 2017 at 12:58 pm
People gathered outside Blackburn Town Hall today (Tuesday, June 6) as part of a national minute silence following the London Bridge and Borough Market terror attack.
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Published on Tuesday 6 June 2017 at 9:11 am
The first section of a new average speed camera scheme will go live from Friday, June 9 on the A675 Belmont.
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Published on Monday 5 June 2017 at 3:43 pm
Did you know that “Charging Thunder”, a Lakota Chief, actually lived in Darwen? Have you any idea when the cannons in Corporation Park were last fired in an act of protest?
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Published on Monday 5 June 2017 at 11:24 am
People in Blackburn and Darwen are invited to support a national one minute silence tomorrow 11am (Tuesday, June 6)
The flags at both Blackburn and Darwen Town Hall are flying at half-mast.
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Published on Monday 5 June 2017 at 11:01 am
People gathered in Blackburn yesterday to remember loved ones at an annual memorial event.
The ‘Let Us Remember’ annual event saw residents who have lost a loved one, coming together to pay their respects and honour their lives.
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Published on Thursday 1 June 2017 at 4:08 pm
Blackburn with Darwen Council’s Public Protection team has closed a premises which allowed people to smoke inside.
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Published on Wednesday 31 May 2017 at 2:01 pm
Voters who want to use a proxy vote in next month’s general election must hand in their applications by 5pm today – Wednesday, May 31st.
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Published on Tuesday 30 May 2017 at 11:32 am
The fifth Blackburn with Darwen Memorial Service will take place next Sunday, June 4, 2017.
The ‘Let Us Remember’ annual event sees multi-faith residents who have lost a loved one in the past year, coming together to pay their respects and honour their lives.
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Published on Tuesday 30 May 2017 at 11:19 am
People are being urged to gather at Witton Park this Wednesday (May 31) at 7pm for a community 5k run and walk.
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Published on Friday 26 May 2017 at 10:37 am
Residents fasting during the month of Ramadan are advised to drink plenty of fluids and follow a balanced diet between fasts.
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Published on Friday 26 May 2017 at 10:35 am
The national government website contains the latest public information on urgent advice and support.
This guidance is aimed at anyone exposed and involved with the incident at the Manchester Arena.
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Published on Thursday 25 May 2017 at 4:44 pm
Here’s our list of events in & around Blackburn & Darwen from Monday, 29th May – Sunday, 4th June 2017.
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Published on Thursday 25 May 2017 at 9:42 am
People across Blackburn with Darwen are being encouraged to join in with a national one minute silence at 11am today (Thursday, May 25).
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Published on Wednesday 24 May 2017 at 4:48 pm
Hundreds of people attended a minute’s silence to pay their respects to everyone affected by the attack in Manchester.
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Published on Wednesday 24 May 2017 at 2:27 pm
During Ramadan, cooking for large groups at unusual times combined with fatigue can play a big part in increasing the chances of having a fire break out in the home.
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Published on Wednesday 24 May 2017 at 1:42 pm
Organisers are delighted with the number of community spirited volunteers that have signed up so far to provide a new service that will help people get to appointments and other activities.
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Published on Tuesday 23 May 2017 at 3:04 pm
Blackburn Youth Zone is holding a Family Fun Day on Monday, May 29th from 12pm until 3pm.
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Published on Tuesday 23 May 2017 at 1:32 pm
A one minute silence is to be held tomorrow, Wednesday 24 May 2017 at 12 noon, at the Town Hall in Blackburn.
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Published on Tuesday 23 May 2017 at 12:48 pm
Three volunteers have been given awards for their work supporting those affected by cancer.
Carol James who volunteers for the East Lancashire and Blackburn with Darwen Macmillan Community Cancer Information and Support Service and is based at Burnley General Hospital, has been awarded Volunteer of the Year.
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Published on Tuesday 23 May 2017 at 11:22 am
Blackburn Fire and Rescue service are holding a family fun day on Saturday, June 10 from 11am-3pm.
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Published on Tuesday 23 May 2017 at 9:25 am
Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council Leader, Councillor Mohammed Khan, has issued a statement following last night’s horrific events in Manchester.
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Published on Monday 22 May 2017 at 3:32 pm
One Cathedral Square, the striking new office building within Cathedral Quarter has won the accolade of Best Commercial Property in the North West.
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Published on Friday 19 May 2017 at 12:10 pm
Are you thinking of giving money to a good cause during Ramadan?
We know that many residents will want to donate money to charity to help with humanitarian and other causes around the world, and to know that their generous donations go where they are intended.
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Published on Thursday 18 May 2017 at 5:08 pm
Here’s our list of events in & around Blackburn & Darwen from Monday, 22nd May – Sunday, 28th May 2017.
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Published on Thursday 18 May 2017 at 1:52 pm
An award-winning service for young people in Blackburn and Darwen has been highlighted as one of the best in the country.
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Published on Thursday 18 May 2017 at 1:49 pm
Success has been celebrated at Belmont Primary School after they are the first school in Blackburn with Darwen Borough to have achieved 100% participation in the initiative ‘Healthy Travel to School Week, co-ordinated by the council’s Connect Project.
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Published on Thursday 18 May 2017 at 11:22 am
A giant 360° dome cinema will be landing in Blackburn this Saturday at the first of Blackburn Business Improvement District’s Street Fairs of 2017.
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Published on Wednesday 17 May 2017 at 3:51 pm
Volunteers Week is an annual celebration of the fantastic contribution millions of volunteers and often unsung heroes make across the UK – and it is taking place from the June 1st to 7th.
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Published on Tuesday 16 May 2017 at 11:26 am
As part of the Festival of Learning, Blackburn with Darwen Council, is launching a new town centre based venue and is inviting local residents to try their hand at a range of new skills.
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Published on Monday 15 May 2017 at 2:23 pm
The very first National Festival of Making saw over 30,000 people flock to Blackburn town centre to enjoy the celebration of makers and making.
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Published on Monday 15 May 2017 at 11:43 am
A number of Blackburn with Darwen foster carers will be at an information event today to chat and give advice to anybody thinking about fostering.
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Published on Friday 12 May 2017 at 1:28 pm
Music of Courtly India is a new British Museum Partnership Spotlight loan, coming to Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery from the end of June.
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Published on Friday 12 May 2017 at 11:21 am
A group of photography students have been given the chance to exhibit their artwork on the walls of Pleasington’s Clog and Billycock.
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Published on Friday 12 May 2017 at 9:56 am
The borough’s best businesses have been crowned winners at the Hive Blackburn and Darwen Business Awards.
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Published on Friday 12 May 2017 at 9:00 am
An innovative Council and education alliance promises to set the national standard for joint working to drive economic growth and promote opportunities for residents and businesses.
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Published on Thursday 11 May 2017 at 2:59 pm
The first Blackburn Street Fair is being held on King William Street on the 20th May 1000-1700.
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Published on Thursday 11 May 2017 at 12:55 pm
Nominations are open for just one more day for the annual East Lancashire Schools Awards – so don’t miss your chance to get our schools and pupils in the spotlight.
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Published on Wednesday 10 May 2017 at 3:21 pm
The Council has been notified that some residents have received scam Council Tax telephone calls.
The calls come from a Blackburn number from a person who says they are calling from the Council Tax team.
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