WWI memories at Blackburn Library and Museum
Published on Thursday 11 November 2021 at 11:55 am
In the latest episode of Tales from the Collection, Remembrance Day is in mind as we uncover stories from WWI.
Latest news listings for Blackburn with Darwen Council.
Published on Thursday 11 November 2021 at 11:55 am
In the latest episode of Tales from the Collection, Remembrance Day is in mind as we uncover stories from WWI.
Published on Thursday 11 November 2021 at 9:41 am
While Covid case rates in Blackburn with Darwen remain lower than the national average, the numbers of people needing hospital treatment for their symptoms is increasing – particularly among people who are not fully vaccinated.
Filed under: coronavirus | COVID-19 | ELHT | vaccination
Published on Thursday 11 November 2021 at 9:02 am
I think we may all need to start wearing facemasks again very soon in schools and enclosed public spaces.
Filed under: coronavirus | COVID-19 | Dominic Harrison | NHS Blackburn with Darwen | Winter
Published on Wednesday 10 November 2021 at 5:31 pm
The leader of the Council, Councillor Mohammed Khan, and Chief Executive Denise Park visited the pop-up unit in The Mall in Blackburn to give their backing to the Poppy Appeal.
Filed under: Chief Executive Denise Park | Councillor | Mohammed Khan | Poppy Appeal | remembrance | Royal British Legion | The Mall
Published on Wednesday 10 November 2021 at 4:32 pm
As part of the celebrations for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee next year, a competition has been launched to grant city status to towns in the UK.
Published on Wednesday 10 November 2021 at 1:01 pm
A BLACKBURN home shaped by designer Wayne Hemingway’s team is being given away in a prize draw to raise funds for a Lancashire children’s charity.
Published on Wednesday 10 November 2021 at 10:36 am
The promoter is: Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council.
By submitting to this competition and using the #BackingBlackburnPhotography hashtag, an entrant is indicating their agreement to be bound by these terms and conditions.
Published on Tuesday 9 November 2021 at 4:13 pm
A devastated joiner has appealed for help to find his work van and tools after they were stolen over the weekend – some of the tools date back over 50 years and have an irreplaceable sentimental value.
Published on Tuesday 9 November 2021 at 2:40 pm
Blackburn with Darwen’s Director of Public Health Dominic Harrison is urging eligible people to get their Covid booster jabs to make sure they are protected this winter.
Filed under: Booster | covid | Director of Public Health | Dominic Harrison | vaccination
Published on Tuesday 9 November 2021 at 1:41 pm
You’re invited to register for a place at the Extraordinary General Meeting of Blackburn with Darwen Sports Council.
Published on Friday 5 November 2021 at 9:26 am
Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is today (Friday, November 5) announcing its intention to bid for City Status as part of a nation competition to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in 2022.
Published on Thursday 4 November 2021 at 3:05 pm
Pupils from St James Primary School, Lower Darwen enjoyed the opportunity to be the first children to walk and cycle on the new link road Issa Way before it is opened to traffic.
Published on Thursday 4 November 2021 at 2:45 pm
Community champions from across Blackburn with Darwen were crowned in a ceremony at the 2021 Community Volunteer Awards held in King George’s Hall.
Filed under: awards | Community CVS | Community Volunteer Awards | Councillor | Denise Park | Garth Hodgkinson | King George's Hall | Mohammed Khan | Volunteers
Published on Thursday 4 November 2021 at 2:29 pm
Top tips for having fun and staying safe this bonfire night.
Whilst most people enjoy fireworks responsibly, in the wrong or careless hands they can cause real misery.
Published on Thursday 4 November 2021 at 2:28 pm
A support group in Blackburn with Darwen set up to help people with Long Covid has hosted a discussion with the borough’s Strategic Director of Adults & Health.
Published on Thursday 4 November 2021 at 10:54 am
Today we share greetings to everyone celebrating Diwali.
Wishing you happy times with your loved ones during the festival of lights.
Published on Thursday 4 November 2021 at 9:51 am
In his Coronavirus column this week, Prof Dominic Harrison, our Director of Public Health and Wellbeing, comments on Household Transmission, Self-isolation & Testing.
Published on Wednesday 3 November 2021 at 1:22 pm
Change to Traffic Management – Roman Road, Blackburn
As many people will have noticed, on Tuesday United Utilities (UU) changed the traffic management at Roman Road, Blackburn to multi way signals.
Published on Monday 1 November 2021 at 3:51 pm
Islamophobia Awareness Month takes place this November and aims to highlight the threat of Islamophobic hate crimes and showcase the positive contributions that British Muslims make to society.
Published on Monday 1 November 2021 at 2:54 pm
We asked BwD Running Mayor Andrew Gardner to tell us about the last six months promoting the health benefits of running in Blackburn and Darwen.
Published on Monday 1 November 2021 at 12:56 pm
After holding a successful event in 2019, RunThrough are excited to be bringing the Blackburn 10k back.
Published on Monday 1 November 2021 at 11:59 am
G4 will be back on the road in 2021 with their biggest and best Christmas tour to date!
Published on Friday 29 October 2021 at 3:02 pm
Following a visit from artist collective, “Eye of Newt” last Saturday, Blackburn Market is pleased to welcome them back with a miniature theatre production.
Published on Thursday 28 October 2021 at 10:37 am
Mohammed Khan CBE, Leader of Blackburn with Darwen Council, has responded to the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget and Spending Review.
Filed under: budget | leader's response
Published on Thursday 28 October 2021 at 10:07 am
Paul Fleming, Strategic Director of Resources at Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council has topped a list that celebrates technology and business leaders driving change at their organisations.
Published on Wednesday 27 October 2021 at 7:15 pm
An open invitation is being shared to a candle-lit peace vigil on Thursday 4 November to mark the start of the Knife Angel Lancashire education programme.
Filed under: community safety | Knife Angel | knife crime
Published on Wednesday 27 October 2021 at 3:07 pm
Blackburn with Darwen Council, in partnership with Lancashire County Council, have jointly developed a Bus Service Improvement Plan for their areas.
Published on Tuesday 26 October 2021 at 3:22 pm
Young people aged 12-15 in Blackburn with Darwen can now get their Covid-19 vaccine at vaccination sites in the borough with an appointment booked on the NHS National Booking Service.
Published on Tuesday 26 October 2021 at 2:46 pm
King George’s Hall in Blackburn are delighted to welcome Direct from Dublin, the fantastic Stars from The Commitments.
Published on Tuesday 26 October 2021 at 2:34 pm
BBC Archive recently published a film of Blackburn made in 1957 on a social media platform.
Published on Tuesday 26 October 2021 at 12:47 pm
Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is looking to refresh our Independent Remuneration Panel membership with immediate effect.
Published on Tuesday 26 October 2021 at 11:18 am
Last week marked the beginning of birthday celebrations for Blackburn’s King George’s Hall, kicking off with a fun-filled centenary party and an exclusive concert from the prestigious Hallé Orchestra, who opened the venue exactly 100 years ago.
Published on Monday 25 October 2021 at 1:01 pm
The Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen, Cllr Derek Hardman was joined by Mayoress, Colette Hardman, to officially open a unit dedicated to raising money for the 100th Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal in The Mall Blackburn on Saturday 23rd October.
Published on Sunday 24 October 2021 at 2:40 pm
A new programme of support has launched to help Blackburn with Darwen residents comply with national guidance when they are told to self-isolate.
Filed under: coronavirus | COVID-19 | self-isolation | Self-isolation pilot
Published on Thursday 21 October 2021 at 3:36 pm
Strange things are happening this half-term on Blackburn Market, as the Cabinet of Curiosities arrives.
Artist Collective “Eye of Newt” will bring their magical story-telling contraption to the market starting this Saturday 23rd October 2021.
Published on Thursday 21 October 2021 at 10:59 am
In his Coronavirus column this week, Prof Dominic Harrison, our Director of Public Health and Wellbeing, comments on the government’s Plan B.
Filed under: coronavirus | COVID-19 | Professor Dominic Harrison
Published on Wednesday 20 October 2021 at 5:10 pm
Click here to for all the updates on the #KGH100 celebrations!
Published on Wednesday 20 October 2021 at 1:49 pm
Free school meal vouchers will be available for eligible Blackburn with Darwen children for the October half term.
Filed under: Blackburn Market | Councillor | Darwen Market | free school meals | Government | half term | Help Hub | Julie Gunn | vouchers
Published on Wednesday 20 October 2021 at 1:15 pm
Covid booster vaccinations for eligible people are starting to rollout across Blackburn with Darwen and the North West as the NHS prepares for Winter.
Published on Wednesday 20 October 2021 at 12:32 pm
People in Blackburn are being invited to find out all about the process of modern adoption during National Adoption Week.
Published on Wednesday 20 October 2021 at 12:29 pm
Do you know someone standing in the Wall of Shame?
This week the Council has launched a new initiative to tackle fly-tipping, and appeals to residents to share any home or dash-cam CCTV footage to help us catch those illegally dumping rubbish in our borough.
Published on Tuesday 19 October 2021 at 5:03 pm
We’d like to thank every single person who shared their incredible King George’s Hall memories as we approach the centenary celebrations this Thursday.
Published on Friday 15 October 2021 at 4:44 pm
Prof Dominic Harrison, Director of Public Health for Blackburn with Darwen, has confirmed his decision to retire from Blackburn with Darwen Council at the end of March 2022.
Published on Friday 15 October 2021 at 3:58 pm
Community organisations across the borough are joining forces next week to help people who struggle to get online to improve their skills and boost their confidence.
Filed under: digital skills | Get Online Week | Online
Published on Friday 15 October 2021 at 12:28 pm
A big careers fair for young people was back this week – with exciting new opportunities
The Blackburn is Hiring event returned this year with a new location and new opportunities in Blackburn, Darwen and beyond.
Filed under: Blackburn is Hiring | careers | Councillor | education | Ewood Park | Mohammed Khan | New Directions | training
Published on Friday 15 October 2021 at 11:57 am
A new traffic offences enforcement camera, funded by Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council and the Lancashire Road Safety Partnership, goes live on Monday (October 18)
Following Government Home Office Type Approval (HOTA), and thanks to working in partnership with Lancashire Road Safety, Blackburn with Darwen Council’s highways team go live with the first red light enforcement camera (RLCs) in the county next week.
Published on Thursday 14 October 2021 at 12:20 pm
Listen as Cllr Damian Talbot appeals for your King George’s Hall memories, giving you the chance to win once-in-a-lifetime tickets to celebrations for Blackburn’s iconic venue – featuring popstar Grace Davies, comedian Tez Ilyas, weatherman Owain Wyn Evans and more.
Published on Thursday 14 October 2021 at 9:16 am
The Mayor & Mayoress of Blackburn with Darwen joined over one hundred people with disabilities and their families at a ‘Sports for All’ festival held at Creative Football’s home, the 3G football pitch at Witton Park.
Published on Tuesday 12 October 2021 at 1:27 pm
A national report into the lessons learned during the Covid pandemic includes observations from Blackburn with Darwen’s Director of Public Health Prof Dominic Harrison.
Filed under: coronavirus | COVID-19
Published on Tuesday 12 October 2021 at 11:23 am
Hundreds of you have already started to share your incredible memories of watching bands and artists at King George’s Hall as part of a once in a lifetime opportunity to win tickets to its VIP 100th birthday party
Some of the biggest artists across the planet have walked through the doors of King George’s Hall.