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Published on Wednesday 13 March 2019 at 11:43 am
Join the country’s biggest-ever Spring clean and help make Blackburn with Darwen tidy.
The Great British Spring Clean takes place from 22 March – 23 April across the UK, organised by Keep Britain Tidy – and we need you to take action to improve the environment on your doorstep by joining the country’s biggest clean-up campaign.
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Published on Tuesday 12 March 2019 at 3:24 pm
Inspired by International Women’s Day, 10 girls from across Blackburn with Darwen spent the weekend working together to explore issues around gender equality and women’s rights.
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Published on Tuesday 12 March 2019 at 12:11 pm
Longshaw Nursery School has undergone a dramatic turnaround to be rated ‘good’ in its latest Ofsted report.
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Published on Monday 11 March 2019 at 2:31 pm
One of the toughest race competitions in the World – Ironman UK – is coming to Darwen after deciding a new route for its gruelling 112 mile bike course.
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Published on Friday 8 March 2019 at 1:51 pm
Help to shape the future of development in Blackburn with Darwen by giving your views on the Local Plan Review.
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Published on Friday 8 March 2019 at 9:00 am
Barbara Castle’s memory is in the spotlight today on International Women’s Day as her inspirational messages and achievements continue to be promoted around Blackburn and Darwen.
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Published on Thursday 7 March 2019 at 5:00 pm
Nine people from across Blackburn with Darwen have been ordered to pay almost £8,000 in fines and court costs over dumped waste in their gardens.
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Published on Thursday 7 March 2019 at 2:03 pm
To celebrate National Apprenticeship Week the Council is launching its new 2019 jobs scheme.
We are looking to recruit up to 40 new apprentices this year as part of the Council’s ongoing scheme which has been running since 2011.
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Published on Thursday 7 March 2019 at 2:02 pm
Blackburn with Darwen Council is continuing its backing for cervical cancer prevention by getting behind a new Public Health England campaign.
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Published on Thursday 7 March 2019 at 12:50 pm
An exciting new digital programme for schools combining health apps with the national curriculum is being rolled out across Blackburn with Darwen after being successfully trialled in schools last year.
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Published on Thursday 7 March 2019 at 11:57 am
There’s a real spirit of female empowerment across the borough this week as women and girls come together to mark International Women’s Day on Friday 8 March.
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Published on Wednesday 6 March 2019 at 12:35 pm
A young peace activist and campaigner shared a message of hope and tolerance with pupils from eight Blackburn with Darwen secondary schools at the Schools Working Together conference last Friday (1 March).
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Published on Wednesday 6 March 2019 at 10:45 am
Pleckgate High School is celebrating an ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted report – sweeping the board in all four categories.
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Published on Tuesday 5 March 2019 at 10:57 am
Nominate your local heroes for the 2019 Community Volunteer Awards
It’s time to show local heroes some love as Blackburn with Darwen’s Community Volunteer Awards open for nominations.
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Published on Friday 1 March 2019 at 3:52 pm
People who use a postal vote in elections are being asked to check their details to make sure they are up to date.
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Published on Friday 1 March 2019 at 3:37 pm
The Energy Zone is holding some fun family events in the run-up to Easter.
Join the Great Big Pancake Party onTuesday 5 March from 3 to 5pm, where you are invited to visit for a chat, a brew and a pancake.
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Published on Friday 1 March 2019 at 2:05 pm
Barbara Castle’s memory will be a key focus in Blackburn with Darwen’s build up to International Women’s Day on Friday 8 March .
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Published on Friday 1 March 2019 at 11:06 am
Dozens of people flocked to a special event to find out more about health and care services available in their area.
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Published on Friday 1 March 2019 at 10:07 am
Transport for the North is launching its plans for £70 billion investment in the north.
The investment in transport across the area aims to unlock economic growth across the north including Blackburn and Darwen.
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Published on Thursday 28 February 2019 at 11:29 am
Volunteers and community heroes from across Blackburn were honoured at the annual 1V Community Champion Awards.
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Published on Wednesday 27 February 2019 at 11:48 am
Council Tax in Blackburn and Darwen will remain the second lowest in Lancashire despite proposals to raise it in the coming year while vital services remain under pressure.
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Published on Wednesday 27 February 2019 at 11:32 am
Children at Avondale Primary School have put their artistic talents to good use to help create a colourful display in Darwen Market Square.
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Published on Tuesday 26 February 2019 at 2:59 pm
A local community group has been awarded a grant to increase the awareness of dementia.
The funds awarded to One Voice’s Remember the Times Project from the Aviva Community Fund will be used to create an extra 1,000 Dementia Friends in the Blackburn with Darwen area by the end of 2019.
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Published on Tuesday 26 February 2019 at 12:16 pm
People are invited to see inside three Blackburn mosques for the annual Visit My Mosque day, which this year takes place on Sunday 3 March.
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Published on Tuesday 26 February 2019 at 11:57 am
Restricted Rocks Tribute Festival is the unmissable family event of the summer – be part of it at Witton Country Park this June.
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Published on Tuesday 26 February 2019 at 11:30 am
Sayyed Osman, Blackburn with Darwen Council’s Director of Adults and Prevention, said:
The ONS has used a wider definition of homelessness to include people living in temporary accommodation such as communal establishments or hostel accommodation.
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Published on Friday 22 February 2019 at 4:59 pm
There will be an information meeting for all prospective candidates and agents who wish to attend on March 18 2019 at Blackburn Town Hall Council Chamber at 16:00.
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Published on Thursday 21 February 2019 at 9:49 am
Blackburn with Darwen Council is urging residents to stay flood aware.
A new website called The Flood Hub has been launched to provide local flood advice and information to help householders, businesses, communities and landowners across the North West become more flood resilient.
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Published on Tuesday 19 February 2019 at 4:30 pm
Council Tax in Blackburn and Darwen will be recommended to remain the second lowest in Lancashire despite proposals to raise it in the coming year while vital services remain under pressure.
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Published on Tuesday 19 February 2019 at 11:24 am
Work has started to open up traffic around Northgate in Blackburn town centre.
This phase of the Department for Transport and Council funded project will see Northgate opened up to through traffic, following previous consultations with residents and businesses over how the Town Centre functions for drivers and pedestrians.
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Published on Thursday 14 February 2019 at 4:01 pm
A new Youth MP has been chosen by young people across Blackburn and Darwen.
Youngsters voted in their thousands this week and elected Uday Akram as their new Youth MP.
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Published on Thursday 14 February 2019 at 1:54 pm
Blackburn with Darwen Council is joining forces with local and national organisations to support Fuel Poverty Awareness Day taking place tomorrow (Friday 15 February).
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Published on Thursday 14 February 2019 at 1:42 pm
A developer has been approved to build 30 new family homes in Feniscliffe.
Applethwaite Homes have been recommended as preferred bidder to the Council’s Executive Board, to purchase the land from the Council and build 30 new family homes in Feniscliffe, West Blackburn.
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Published on Thursday 14 February 2019 at 12:03 pm
Northern Heart Films are inviting all those creative to their fourth Creatives Corner event taking place at the Bureau in Blackburn this Sunday (17 February) from 6 – 9pm.
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Published on Thursday 14 February 2019 at 10:21 am
Blackburn Library are holding a free afternoon talk about the Samaritans charity, discovering more about the organisation which has helped untold numbers over the years.
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Published on Wednesday 13 February 2019 at 3:03 pm
An event is being held to mark the donation of a unique, limited edition book to Blackburn Library.
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Published on Tuesday 12 February 2019 at 3:46 pm
Blackburn with Darwen Council’s Leader has praised East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust after it was rated good with areas of outstanding in its latest inspection.
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Published on Friday 8 February 2019 at 1:48 pm
Let’s Make at Blackburn and Darwen Markets
Calling all parents, grandparents, childminders and carers: free holiday activities are back at Blackburn and Darwen Markets.
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Published on Thursday 7 February 2019 at 4:26 pm
The £1.5m transformation of Darwen’s Market Square is set to be unveiled this spring.
At the centre will be a majestic Peregrine Falcon made of woven copper and sculpted by renowned artist, Liam Hopkins.
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Published on Wednesday 6 February 2019 at 3:22 pm
Thursday 7th February is Time to Talk Day – a day when everyone is encouraged to have a conversation about mental health.
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Published on Wednesday 6 February 2019 at 2:56 pm
Blackburn with Darwen Council was one of over 200 delegates welcomed to Blackpool’s Winter Gardens last week to learn more about policy and innovative approaches for dealing with the impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and trauma.
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Published on Wednesday 6 February 2019 at 9:51 am
When temperatures drop at this time of year, many people find it hard to keep themselves warm at home.
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Published on Monday 4 February 2019 at 3:04 pm
During the February half term the re:fresh team will be offering free family fun at the Cycle Centre in Witton Park from 11am – 4pm.
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Published on Monday 4 February 2019 at 9:48 am
A new film capturing the friendly face of Blackburn is being screened in the town’s museum.
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Published on Friday 1 February 2019 at 4:33 pm
Residents are being given the chance to win a brand new iPad if they switch to online Council Tax services.
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Published on Friday 1 February 2019 at 10:55 am
Blackburn with Darwen Council has welcomed proposals for the North’s transport infrastructure for the next 30 years.
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Published on Friday 1 February 2019 at 10:35 am
This week, it was announced Keep Blackburn Tidy will be this year’s recipient of the Council Leader Award created by community group One Voice Blackburn.
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Published on Thursday 31 January 2019 at 2:06 pm
Pennine Lancashire has been selected to receive funding as part of a national programme to tackle childhood obesity.
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Published on Thursday 31 January 2019 at 10:56 am
A special appeal for enthusiastic spectators has been issued by the organisers of a much loved Blackburn 10k road race taking place this Sunday (February 3) at 11am.
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Published on Wednesday 30 January 2019 at 2:08 pm
Graduates and career changers will be given hands-on training in an extension of a fast-track programme to train the next generation of social workers.
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