Published on Thursday 29 March 2018 at 3:46 pm
Shadsworth residents will make their big debut at the launch of a new short film next week
Blackburn residents are invited to the premiere of new film ‘Landsharks’ on Thursday, April 5th at The Bureau Centre for Arts.
Filed under: Blackburn | Dominic Harrison | Landsharks | loan sharks | Shadsworth | short film
Published on Tuesday 27 March 2018 at 2:26 pm
Voters are set to go to the polls to elect their local councillors in May.
The timetable for the local elections has been announced and on Thursday May 3rd, residents will elect Councillors to Blackburn with Darwen Council.
Filed under: Blackburn with Darwen | Harry Catherall | Local Elections | Returning Officer
Published on Tuesday 27 March 2018 at 10:09 am
Come along to Blackburn market on Saturday, 31st March for a free fun filled day for all the family to enjoy.
Filed under: Blackburn Market | Easter
Published on Monday 26 March 2018 at 2:57 pm
A special ceremony took place in Blackburn Council Chamber to launch a new Scout badge.
Council leader Mohammed Khan congratulated Blackburn District Scouts for encouraging groups from different faiths and backgrounds to work together.
Published on Monday 26 March 2018 at 12:50 pm
A kind-hearted Darwen couple went the extra mile by donating toys and games for children and parents who use Apple Trees hub in Blackburn.
Published on Monday 26 March 2018 at 11:43 am
Blackburn with Darwen is now a Full Service Universal Credit area – and help is at hand to help people in the new system.
Filed under: Andy Kay | Councillor | Job Centre Plus | Universal Credit
Published on Friday 23 March 2018 at 2:16 pm
Blackburn with Darwen Council is supporting the police to tackle terrorism and save lives by reporting suspicious behaviour and activity.
Filed under: ACT | Action Counters Terrorism | Councillor | Mohammed Khan | Police
Published on Friday 23 March 2018 at 11:28 am
Darwen Library Theatre is holding an evening of the best 60’s in music.
The night will be an extravaganza of music and songs from the 1960’s, featuring the Vigilantes and the Walk This Way Choir.
Filed under: Darwen | Darwen Library Theatre
Published on Friday 23 March 2018 at 10:36 am
A Compulsory Purchase Order has been approved for a disused building and land in Mill Hill to convert into affordable housing.
Filed under: Councillor | CPO | Laneside | new homes | Phil Riley
Published on Friday 23 March 2018 at 10:21 am
New plans have been approved for a permanent contemporary entrance way to Darwen Market following the removal of the 3 day market.
Filed under: Darwen Market
Published on Thursday 22 March 2018 at 4:03 pm
Refurbished playground encourages active play
Children will now be able to play in a revamped park after the Bold Venture Park play area was unveiled yesterday.
Filed under: Bold Venture Park | Friends of Bold Venture Park
Published on Thursday 22 March 2018 at 2:39 pm
Houses which have stood empty for years will be demolished to make way for a new development in the Griffin Regeneration area.
Filed under: Blackburn | clearance | Councillor | Griffin | houses | Phil Riley
Published on Wednesday 21 March 2018 at 1:02 pm
Unique artwork will be created for Darwen Market Square with help from the people of Darwen.
Filed under: artist | Councillor | Darwen Market Square | Liam Hopkins | Phil Riley
Published on Wednesday 21 March 2018 at 11:49 am
The 2018 Mayor’s Charity Ball took place last weekend (Friday, March 16)
Councillor Colin Rigby hosted the event along with his wife Jean to celebrate his year as Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen to raise money for his chosen charities: East Lancashire Hospice, Bolton Hospice, Eve Appeal and Royal Navy & Royal Marine’s Children fund.
Published on Wednesday 21 March 2018 at 11:46 am
A culvert which passes beneath homes in Granville Road, Westland Avenue and Manor Road in Darwen is being diverted to alleviate flooding in the area.
Filed under: Councillor | Darwen | Flooding | Phil Riley
Published on Tuesday 20 March 2018 at 3:10 pm
A dozen homes will be built on land at Tower View off Marsh House Lane
The homes will be built on the site as well as a number of adjacent garage plots.
Filed under: Councillor | Darwen | Marsh House Lane | Phil Riley | Tower Hill
Published on Friday 16 March 2018 at 3:55 pm
Green-light for work to start on new £6.5m cinema complex in summer
Plans were approved last night for a new eight-screen Hollywood and Bollywood cinema complex on the former Waves site.
Published on Thursday 15 March 2018 at 5:28 pm
The second National Festival of Making – probably the first of its kind in the world – has been featured in a leading online magazine that celebrates the creative industry.
Published on Wednesday 14 March 2018 at 11:21 am
Efforts to increase prosperity and cohesion in Blackburn and Darwen have received a welcome boost.
The Government has invited the Council to be one of five Integration Areas to participate in an ambitious programme as part of its new Integrated Communities Strategy.
Filed under: Integration | social integration
Published on Monday 12 March 2018 at 3:04 pm
Blackburn with Darwen Council is supporting The “Together, we can tackle child abuse” campaign.
Launched annually by the Department for Education to raise awareness and encourage the public to act when they suspect child abuse or neglect.
Published on Monday 12 March 2018 at 12:10 pm
Twenty north west local government leaders responsible for children’s social care have signed a letter to the Chancellor warning they need more money to tackle a growing crisis in the sector.
Published on Friday 9 March 2018 at 4:28 pm
The latest Shuttle Extra is now available for you to read online or download.
The Spring 2018 edition is packed with information including news and events that are happening across the borough.
Published on Friday 9 March 2018 at 9:41 am
Help to ‘Fly the Flag’ this Commonwealth Day in Blackburn.
People in Commonwealth countries all across Europe, Africa, Asia, the Caribbean and Americas, and the Pacific will commemorate the special day on Monday, March 12.
Filed under: Blackburn Town Hall | Colin Rigby | Commonwealth Day 2018 | Councillor | Mayor of Blackburn
Published on Thursday 8 March 2018 at 1:03 pm
A special showcase is taking place to mark National Careers Week.
Darwen Aldridge Community Academy (DACA) will mark National Careers Week by hosting the BWD Hive Skills Showcase – an interactive event organised by Hive, Inspira coordinated Lancashire Enterprise Adviser Network, FutureU and DACA.
Filed under: DACA | National Careers Week | Showcase | The Hive
Published on Thursday 8 March 2018 at 10:41 am
Five female artists are set to create a piece of public art celebrating influential women to mark International Women’s Day.
Filed under: International Women's Day | Maureen Bateson
Published on Wednesday 7 March 2018 at 3:01 pm
International Women’s Day has been chosen to launch a funding campaign for new piece of public art in Blackburn to celebrate one of the town’s most famous women.
Published on Wednesday 7 March 2018 at 9:58 am
Blackburn with Darwen’s award-winning Wellbeing Service has been praised in a national report by a leading health think tank.
Filed under: Blackburn with Darwen | CCG | Wellbeing Service
Published on Tuesday 6 March 2018 at 3:06 pm
Traders at Darwen market are celebrating making a move for the better after relaunching their stalls in the market hall.
Published on Tuesday 6 March 2018 at 11:47 am
There has been a burst water main on the A666 in Darwen, close to Hollins Grove Street.
Filed under: burst water main | Darwen | United Utilities
Published on Tuesday 6 March 2018 at 10:11 am
Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is encouraging people to check out online food hygiene ratings for places where they eat.
Filed under: Councillor | Food hygiene ratings | Jim Smith | Recipe 4 Health | scores on the doors
Published on Monday 5 March 2018 at 9:49 am
Work has begun on Ellison Fold Way, the new East Darwen link road, which will make it easier for residents and businesses to access the M65 and will also improve a number of local road junctions in the vicinity.
Published on Friday 2 March 2018 at 4:26 pm
Plans for a new £2.9million road scheme in Blackburn Town Centre are set to come before the Council’s executive board next Thursday.
Published on Friday 2 March 2018 at 3:36 pm
Special tribute is being made to women past and present who have contributed to the success of Blackburn and Darwen as part of a wide range of International Women’s Day activity next week.
Published on Friday 2 March 2018 at 2:47 pm
After checking the condition of the roads it has been decided that they are suitably accessible for the refuse vehicles.
Published on Thursday 1 March 2018 at 3:25 pm
The National Festival of Making returns on May 12-13 after last year welcoming 30,000 people to Blackburn.
Filed under: Festival of Making
Published on Thursday 1 March 2018 at 1:32 pm
As the country prepares for more ice and snowy conditions, residents are being asked to show extra vigilance and ensure vulnerable friends, neighbours and relatives are safe as the big freeze bites.
Published on Thursday 1 March 2018 at 10:32 am
Today’s refuse and recycling collections in Blackburn and Darwen are likely to be affected by the weather.
