Published on Friday 30 April 2021 at 11:58 am
There are just days left to get your postal vote in the mail and have your say in this year’s local elections.
Filed under: Lancashire Police and Crime Commissioner elections | Local Elections | Parish Elections | postal vote | vote
Published on Thursday 29 April 2021 at 12:26 pm
We’re looking for people from all walks of life to become Covid Community Champions – and play an important part in getting life back to normal in Blackburn with Darwen.
Filed under: Community Champions | coronavirus | Covid Community Champions | COVID-19
Published on Wednesday 28 April 2021 at 12:08 pm
Do you know a voluntary group that deserves recognition for the work it does? Why not consider nominating it for a national award?
Published on Wednesday 28 April 2021 at 9:34 am
Blackburn with Darwen Council are joining Lancashire Fire and Rescue Services (LRF) in backing the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) #BeWaterAware campaign as part of drowning prevention week, taking place from 26 April – 2 May 2021.
Published on Tuesday 27 April 2021 at 2:12 pm
Be prepared for self-isolation – this is the message from Blackburn with Darwen Council health bosses.
Filed under: comunity | coronavirus | Dominic Harrison | health | Rebecca Ramsay | self-isolation
Published on Tuesday 27 April 2021 at 11:51 am
Shoppers will see COVID marshals out and about to help champion social distancing and other basic safety measures in town centres now that the rules are starting to relax.
Filed under: Blackburn | Covid marshals | Darwen | safety | shoppers
Published on Monday 26 April 2021 at 5:27 pm
Got an idea for a project that will help to bring people in Blackburn with Darwen together?
Filed under: community | community cohesion | funding | grants | Integration | Our Community Our Future | social integration
Published on Friday 23 April 2021 at 2:57 pm
The Local Elections, Lancashire Police and Crime Commissioner Election and Parish Elections take place on Thursday, May 6th.
Filed under: deadline | Local Elections | proxy vote | vote
Published on Thursday 22 April 2021 at 6:05 pm
MasterChef contestant Moonira Hinglotwala is looking forward to cooking for people and entertaining family and friends again once restrictions ease.
Filed under: coronavirus | COVID-19 | Eid | Moonira Hinglotwala | Picture This | Ramadan
Published on Thursday 22 April 2021 at 2:26 pm
Blackburn with Darwen goes to the polls in local elections on Thursday, May 6, and the list of candidates is now available on our website.
Filed under: candidates | local election | polling stations | proxy vote | vote
Published on Tuesday 20 April 2021 at 4:21 pm
A business employing over 250 staff says signing up to workplace Covid-19 testing is “a win-win”.
Filed under: covid testing | workplace
Published on Tuesday 20 April 2021 at 12:40 pm
Ramadan is the Islamic month in which Muslims around the world observe fasting.
Local doctors in Lancashire encourage residents to stay safe and well during this period.
Published on Monday 19 April 2021 at 12:25 pm
Residents who have failed to properly dispose of unsightly and inconsiderate waste have been ordered to pay over £2000 in court fines and charges.
Published on Friday 16 April 2021 at 2:54 pm
There’s just days to go before the deadline to apply for your postal vote in this year’s local elections.
Filed under: local election | Parish Council | Police and Crime Commissioner | postal vote | vote
Published on Friday 16 April 2021 at 1:31 pm
As we look back on the memories of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh, we remember the times he visited Blackburn with Darwen during his lifetime.
Published on Thursday 15 April 2021 at 4:40 pm
The World Photography Organisation has announced the overall winners in the prestigious Sony World Photography Awards 2021, including portraits taken in Blackburn’s Bank Top by Craig Easton.
Published on Thursday 15 April 2021 at 1:31 pm
There has been a fantastic response to Census 2021. As of 7 April, nine out of ten households across England and Wales have completed their questionnaire – but everyone must take part.
Published on Wednesday 14 April 2021 at 2:46 pm
Rick Wilson is dreaming of the day he can lace up his trainers and return to Witton Park.
Published on Wednesday 14 April 2021 at 12:20 pm
Lockdown life has given us plenty to worry about over the past 12 months. It’s Stress Awareness Month, and while life can often be challenging, one of the ways we can overcome anxiety is to focus on positive news.
Published on Tuesday 13 April 2021 at 5:49 pm
Everyone in Blackburn with Darwen can now access free, regular, rapid coronavirus testing.
The offer has been made as part of a new Government scheme.
Filed under: #TestAndGo | coronavirus | Government | rapid testing
Published on Tuesday 13 April 2021 at 2:17 pm
The red bag revolution has taken on a life of its own, uniting people from all parts of our community with a common purpose – to keep Blackburn and Darwen tidy.
Published on Monday 12 April 2021 at 2:18 pm
Shops, hairdressers, barbers, beauty salons, gyms and outdoor hospitality businesses in Blackburn and Darwen Town centres are ready to give customers a warm welcome back today as they re-open their doors.
Published on Sunday 11 April 2021 at 8:03 am
Muslim residents fasting during the month of Ramadan are advised to drink plenty of fluids and follow a balanced diet between fasts to stay healthy.
Filed under: health | healthy eating | Ramadan
Published on Friday 9 April 2021 at 3:21 pm
Blackburn with Darwen Council offers its sincerest condolences to all members of the Royal Family.
Prince Philip, 99, was the longest serving consort in British history.
Published on Thursday 8 April 2021 at 4:59 pm
Public Rights of Way in Darwen on Cranberry Lane have seen impressive improvements thanks to wider development work underway at Cranberry Fold.
Published on Thursday 8 April 2021 at 3:04 pm
Non-essential retail, hairdressers, gyms and other businesses and council services are set to reopen on Monday, April 12 in a boost to residents and the local economy – but as we start to welcome people back, Council bosses are urging caution in our bid to return to a more normal way of life.
Published on Thursday 8 April 2021 at 12:35 pm
A Blackburn with Darwen mosque is being turned into a pop-up vaccination clinic to target ‘at-risk’ groups who have been hesitant to come forward.
Filed under: CCG | Mosque | vaccination
Published on Wednesday 7 April 2021 at 12:57 pm
Blackburn with Darwen Council has issued a response in relation to a Lancs Live story dated April 6.
Filed under: audit | david fairclough | lancs live | statement
Published on Wednesday 7 April 2021 at 11:41 am
The Council has issued a response regarding the use of model aircraft at Pleasington Playing Fields.
Published on Tuesday 6 April 2021 at 4:56 pm
Everyone in Blackburn with Darwen will be able to access free, regular, rapid coronavirus testing from this Friday, April 9th.
Filed under: coronavirus | rapid testing | Roadmap | Test and Go | testing
Published on Friday 2 April 2021 at 7:38 am
The immediate future of cultural venues in Blackburn with Darwen is more secure, thanks to a grant of £165,613 from the Government’s Culture Recovery Fund.
Filed under: Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery | coronavirus | COVID-19 | culture recovery fund | Darwen Library Theatre | King George's Hall | Turton Tower
Published on Thursday 1 April 2021 at 5:44 pm
Virtual pub quiz host Jay Flynn MBE is looking forward to visiting the charities his online quizzes have raised almost £1million for during the pandemic.
Filed under: charity | coronavirus | COVID-19 | Picture This
Published on Thursday 1 April 2021 at 12:51 pm
Blackburn with Darwen Council has updated on the availability of the borough’s coronavirus testing sites over the Easter bank holiday weekend.
