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Published on Monday 24 March 2014 at 12:35 pm

The latest edition of the Shuttle is now available to read online.

In this packed edition of the Council’s newspaper there are details about the Queen’s visit on April 17, information about major regeneration projects for the town centre including a state-of-the- art new skate park and details about the Good Neighbour awards.

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Pioneering technology to boost elderly care

Published on Thursday 13 March 2014 at 4:07 pm

New hi-tech safety devices in residential homes are giving elderly people extra peace of mind.

A pilot scheme for new hi-tech equipment is being rolled out in the borough to help staff in residential homes to meet the needs of vulnerable people even quicker – and give residents more control over their care.

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Sunday football travel

Published on Friday 7 March 2014 at 4:42 pm

Blackburn with Darwen Council have moved to address concerns from motorists that journeys to Ewood Park on Sunday are going to be affected because of roadworks.

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Borough prepares to ‘Ramp Up The Red’

Published on Wednesday 5 February 2014 at 8:35 pm

Blackburn with Darwen is getting set to ‘Ramp Up The Red’ later this week.

The Council and other local groups from the borough are getting involved in the British Heart Foundation’s national fundraising day, taking place this Friday February 7, to raise awareness of all heart conditions with a host of events planned.

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Youth Justice Service adopts WW1 Soldiers grave in Darwen

Published on Wednesday 5 February 2014 at 12:03 pm

Blackburn with Darwen’s Youth Justice Service has adopted the grave of a World War 1 soldier, which will be maintained and looked after by young people who the service is helping to rehabilitate. Based in Darwen Cemetery, the young people involved in the project have gained knowledge about the young soldier, whilst helping to maintain his grave and keep the surrounding area tidy.

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