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Published on Tuesday 2 October 2018 at 3:36 pm
Careless drivers and inappropriate parking are being targeted in a new campaign in Blackburn and Darwen
A partnership between Lancashire Police and Blackburn with Darwen Parking Services, will see mobile patrols observing traffic to curb irresponsible driving and irresponsible parking that can put other road users and pedestrians at risk.
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Published on Tuesday 2 October 2018 at 11:33 am
The first electric car chargers have been installed in Darwen.
Darwen Rooftop Car Park is now the home to chargers for electric and hybrid cars.
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Published on Tuesday 2 October 2018 at 10:46 am
The best of Blackburn and Darwen was on show during the annual Mayor’s Civic Tour
Mayor of Blackburn Councillor Pat McFall and Mayoress Lucie Higham took mayors and mayoresses from Lancashire to see some of the borough’s highlights..
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Published on Friday 28 September 2018 at 1:10 pm
An exhibition of prints, paintings and drawings by Blackburn artist Will Rogers is being held in his home town.
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Published on Thursday 27 September 2018 at 10:26 am
A local initiative that invited non-Muslims to fast for a day during Ramadan has been shortlisted for a national diversity award.
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Published on Tuesday 25 September 2018 at 1:01 pm
As part of Older People’s Week re:fresh are holding a FREE Tea Dance featuring Vintage Pearls and Walk this Way Choir.
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Published on Tuesday 25 September 2018 at 10:44 am
A crackdown on illegal tobacco has taken place across the borough.
Four shops were targeted following investigations carried out by Trading Standards staff working within Blackburn with Darwen Council’s Public Protection and Environmental Health teams and were in response to complaints from members of the public.
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Published on Tuesday 25 September 2018 at 10:43 am
A Blackburn Market stall holder has danced to a degree of success with a unique qualification.
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Published on Tuesday 25 September 2018 at 10:11 am
Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is delighted to be hosting what is hoped to be the first of many Darwen Market Kitchen events on Saturday, September 29th from 10am until 4pm.
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Published on Monday 24 September 2018 at 3:54 pm
Over ten thousand people enjoyed the Vintage Carnival event this weekend with some iconic classic fairground rides and free entertainment.
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Published on Friday 21 September 2018 at 3:25 pm
A mobile exhibition raising awareness about human trafficking and modern day slavery will be in Blackburn city centre on Saturday 22 September.
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Published on Friday 21 September 2018 at 3:16 pm
Have you ever found an interesting object while metal detecting, walking or digging in the garden?
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Published on Friday 21 September 2018 at 12:24 pm
A planning application is due to be submitted today (September 21) to complete Blackburn’s Cathedral Square development.
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Published on Friday 21 September 2018 at 11:10 am
The future is electric – and it is coming to Blackburn with Darwen
Electric vehicle chargers have been introduced in car parks across Blackburn with Darwen as more people are switching to the eco-friendly mode of transport.
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Published on Tuesday 18 September 2018 at 3:08 pm
Britain’s Ultimate Pop Star, Cliff Richard is celebrating 60 years in the music industry and he wants to invite you to the most fabulous big screen party at Darwen Library Theatre this October!
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