Blackburn Town centre cinema set for green-light
Published on Friday 29 June 2018 at 9:16 am
A new cinema complex in the heart of Blackburn Town Centre is set to be recommended for approval next week.
Monthly Archives: June 2018
Blackburn with Darwen Council is the Local Authority of the Year 2018
Published on Thursday 28 June 2018 at 5:24 pm
Tribute is being paid to the dedication of public sector workers across Blackburn and Darwen following the announcement of a top national accolade.
Posters celebrate new transport links in Darwen
Published on Wednesday 27 June 2018 at 11:23 am
Talented children got creative with a health and safety competition to mark a major new Darwen road development.
Filed under: Councillor | Darwen | Ellison Fold Way | Eric Wright | Phil Riley | Poster competition | Sudell Primary School
People urged to join anniversary walking and cycling festival
Published on Tuesday 26 June 2018 at 10:51 am
People can get on their bike or put their best foot forward at Blackburn with Darwen’s Walking and Cycling Festival.
Filed under: refresh | Walking and Cycling Festival | Witton Park
Top contract for Community Clothing
Published on Tuesday 26 June 2018 at 10:06 am
A clothing manufacturer founded in Blackburn by celebrity tailor Patrick Grant is proving popular with Topshop and Topman customers.
Filed under: Community Clothing | Councillor | councillor phil riley | Patrick Grant | Topman | Topshop
Show of support for Armed Forces Day ceremony
Published on Monday 25 June 2018 at 1:09 pm
Young and old stood shoulder to shoulder at a flag raising ceremony to support Armed Forces Day.
Filed under: Armed Forces Day | Councillor Pat McFall | flag raising | Kam Kothia | mayor
The search is on for outstanding community groups
Published on Monday 25 June 2018 at 10:24 am
Voluntary groups which do exceptional work could receive the royal seal of approval.
Nominations are open for next year’s Queen’s Awards for Voluntary Service, described as MBEs for charities, voluntary and community groups.
Holocaust survivor shares her experiences at extremism summit
Published on Friday 22 June 2018 at 3:01 pm
A 95-year-old Holocaust survivor was among special guests addressing a conference to increase understanding and help prevent extremism.
Help to support Armed Forces Day
Published on Friday 22 June 2018 at 11:14 am
People are invited to attend flag raising ceremonies in front of Blackburn and Darwen town halls in support of Armed Forces Day.
Filed under: Armed Forces Day | Blackburn | Councillor | Darwen | mayor | Pat McFall
Get on your bike for the launch of the new Weavers Wheel cycle route
Published on Friday 22 June 2018 at 9:21 am
A one day cycling festival is being held to celebrate the launch of the Weavers Wheel, a new 26km cycling route encircling Blackburn town centre.
Filed under: cycling | Weavers Wheel
Winter wonderland on its way as Blackburn plans big Christmas market
Published on Thursday 21 June 2018 at 3:43 pm
It may be summer but plans for a sparkling Christmas in Blackburn are already underway with an authentic German-style market this Christmas.
Filed under: Blackburn | Cathedral Quarter | Christmas Market | Councillor | German-style | Phil Riley
Council supports Clean Air Day as new report into tackling air pollution is published
Published on Thursday 21 June 2018 at 7:04 am
Blackburn with Darwen Council is urging residents to help tackle air pollution by walking or cycling more as part of Clean Air Day.
Be a part of The Great Get Together
Published on Wednesday 20 June 2018 at 3:29 pm
Community groups across Blackburn with Darwen are taking part in The Great Get Together in memory of MP Jo Cox.
Tease Your Tastebuds at Darwen Market
Published on Tuesday 19 June 2018 at 11:26 am
Popular stall is moving due to expansion
Tease Your Tastebuds has relocated from Darwen Market Annexe to a newly refurbished unit within the main Market Hall due to the expansion of her product range.
Filed under: Councillor | Darwen Market | Phil Riley | Tease Your Tastebuds
30 Day Weight Loss Challenge
Published on Tuesday 19 June 2018 at 9:56 am
Following the success of the challenge earlier this year, our 30 Day Weight Loss Challenge is returning
Sessions will be taking place at:
Wednesday, June 20th at Darwen Leisure Centre
Thursday, June 21st at Blackburn Sports and Leisure Centre
The course is £15 per person and includes a two hour diet and nutrition workshop which offers advice on understanding weight loss and mythbusting.
Honours handed out local volunteers Oscars
Published on Friday 15 June 2018 at 3:56 pm
The borough’s volunteers were honoured at a glittering ceremony at King George’s Hall.
Coronation Street actor Peter Gunn who plays Brian Packham hosted the first annual Blackburn with Darwen Volunteers’ Week Award Ceremony.
Filed under: Community CVS | Councillor Mohammed Khan | Harry Catherall | Volunteers' Week Award Ceremony
Charity invites over 75s to join them for a cuppa, cake and good company
Published on Thursday 14 June 2018 at 3:08 pm
A national charity dedicated to tackling loneliness and isolation among older people is inviting residents in Blackburn and Darwen to enjoy a few hours of tea, chat and good company.
Filed under: Contact the Elderly | tea parties
Basic IT courses
Published on Thursday 14 June 2018 at 12:13 pm
Blackburn with Darwen libraries are offering FREE IT courses from July – September.
The courses are open to anyone over the age of 16 and ideal for those who are new to computers or wish to brush up on their knowledge.
Summer Fun Day at Roe Lee Park
Published on Wednesday 13 June 2018 at 3:20 pm
Come on down to Roe Lee Park for a family fun-filled day.
The friends of Roe Lee Park summer fun day will take place Saturday, July 21st
The fun day will kick off from 12pm and will end at 4pm.
Bite off some dino fun in Witton Park
Published on Wednesday 13 June 2018 at 2:51 pm
People can get as close as they dare to a life-size, moving T-Rex at a free family fun day in Witton Country Park.
Filed under: Fun Day | Travelling Natural History Museum | Witton Park
Eid in the Park
Published on Wednesday 13 June 2018 at 12:15 pm
As part of Eid Festival 2018, Eid prayers followed by a two day festival will take place in Corporation Park in Blackburn.
Filed under: Blackburn | Corporation Park | Eid | Eid in the Park
Quiz in aid of park supporters group
Published on Tuesday 12 June 2018 at 9:53 am
Get your thinking cap on to help raise money for a Blackburn park.
The Corporation Park Supporters Group is holding a charity quiz night at East Lancashire Cricket Club, Dukes Bow, on Thursday, June 21.
Filed under: Corporation Park | quiz
Big Feed event celebrates breastfeeding in Blackburn with Darwen
Published on Monday 11 June 2018 at 10:39 am
A breastfeeding celebration event in Blackburn will mark the conclusion of National Breastfeeding Celebration Week with everyone invited to join in the family fun.
Cancer GP and 25 year old patient encourage young women to have a smear
Published on Friday 8 June 2018 at 4:34 pm
Dr Neil Smith, local GP and Cancer Lead for Blackburn with Darwen and East Lancashire Clinical Commissioning Groups is promoting a campaign called “25 it’s time” to coincide with of Cervical Cancer Screening Week (11-17 June), to encourage 25 year olds to attend their cervical screening.
NHS seeks views of NHS hearing aid users
Published on Friday 8 June 2018 at 4:28 pm
The views of NHS Hearing Aid users are being sought by CCGs across Lancashire and South Cumbria.
Council praise for Community Running Movement
Published on Friday 8 June 2018 at 3:00 pm
A Council endorsed community movement which continues to grow and help improve the lives of many people is about to launch its next plan.
National Bike week
Published on Friday 8 June 2018 at 2:10 pm
Get your wheels pumped up and gears at the ready and cycle for National Bike Week to be in with a chance of winning some amazing prizes!
Former restaurant owner fined
Published on Thursday 7 June 2018 at 4:22 pm
A former restaurant owner has been fined £5,840 and banned from managing a food business after inspectors found filthy conditions at Guide Village Cantonese.
Council leader welcomes borough groups’ Royal approval
Published on Tuesday 5 June 2018 at 5:33 pm
Blackburn with Darwen Council Leader Mohammed Khan has praised the work of two organisations which have won a prestigious award.
The Songaminute Man
Published on Monday 4 June 2018 at 3:34 pm
Local author Simon McDermott will be talking about his book The Songaminute Man at Blackburn Library on June 20th
Simon will be talking about how he found a unique way for him and his father who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2013 to connect again by doing carpool karaoke.
The people who protect your plate in Blackburn and Darwen
Published on Monday 4 June 2018 at 3:29 pm
The UK is a nation of foodies but people often take the safety of what they eat and drink for granted – especially when out and about.
Filed under: |Food Standard Agency | Councillor Jim Smith | Food hygiene | Food hygiene ratings | Food Safety Week
Last chance to influence Integrated Communities Strategy Green Paper
Published on Monday 4 June 2018 at 10:21 am
The Government wants to understand why integration matters to you.
The Council has been chosen as one of five partners to progress the Integrated Communities Strategy.
Filed under: Consultation | Integrated Communities | strategy | survey
National Bookstart Week
Published on Friday 1 June 2018 at 2:27 pm
Blackburn with Darwen libraries is inviting you to come and celebrate National Bookstart week!
The theme for this year is called Bird Boogie and you will be able to get a free copy of ‘A Busy Day for Birds’ book by Lucy Cousins along with other goodies to take home.
Filed under: library | National Bookstart week
Borough shines the spotlight on volunteering
Published on Friday 1 June 2018 at 10:19 am
People are being urged to find out about volunteering opportunities in the borough.
Blackburn with Darwen Council is supporting national Volunteers’ Week (June 1 to 7) which is celebrating the work of those who give up their time to help others.
Filed under: Community CVS | Councillor Mohammed Khan | Lancashire Volunteer Partnership | Volunteers' Week