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Published on Monday 12 March 2018 at 3:04 pm
Blackburn with Darwen Council is supporting The “Together, we can tackle child abuse” campaign.
Launched annually by the Department for Education to raise awareness and encourage the public to act when they suspect child abuse or neglect.
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Published on Monday 12 March 2018 at 12:10 pm
Twenty north west local government leaders responsible for children’s social care have signed a letter to the Chancellor warning they need more money to tackle a growing crisis in the sector.
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Published on Friday 9 March 2018 at 4:28 pm
The latest Shuttle Extra is now available for you to read online or download.
The Spring 2018 edition is packed with information including news and events that are happening across the borough.
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Published on Friday 9 March 2018 at 9:41 am
Help to ‘Fly the Flag’ this Commonwealth Day in Blackburn.
People in Commonwealth countries all across Europe, Africa, Asia, the Caribbean and Americas, and the Pacific will commemorate the special day on Monday, March 12.
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Published on Thursday 8 March 2018 at 1:03 pm
A special showcase is taking place to mark National Careers Week.
Darwen Aldridge Community Academy (DACA) will mark National Careers Week by hosting the BWD Hive Skills Showcase – an interactive event organised by Hive, Inspira coordinated Lancashire Enterprise Adviser Network, FutureU and DACA.
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Published on Thursday 8 March 2018 at 10:41 am
Five female artists are set to create a piece of public art celebrating influential women to mark International Women’s Day.
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Published on Wednesday 7 March 2018 at 3:01 pm
International Women’s Day has been chosen to launch a funding campaign for new piece of public art in Blackburn to celebrate one of the town’s most famous women.
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Published on Wednesday 7 March 2018 at 9:58 am
Blackburn with Darwen’s award-winning Wellbeing Service has been praised in a national report by a leading health think tank.
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Published on Tuesday 6 March 2018 at 3:06 pm
Traders at Darwen market are celebrating making a move for the better after relaunching their stalls in the market hall.
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Published on Tuesday 6 March 2018 at 11:47 am
There has been a burst water main on the A666 in Darwen, close to Hollins Grove Street.
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Published on Tuesday 6 March 2018 at 10:11 am
Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is encouraging people to check out online food hygiene ratings for places where they eat.
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Published on Monday 5 March 2018 at 9:49 am
Work has begun on Ellison Fold Way, the new East Darwen link road, which will make it easier for residents and businesses to access the M65 and will also improve a number of local road junctions in the vicinity.
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Published on Friday 2 March 2018 at 4:26 pm
Plans for a new £2.9million road scheme in Blackburn Town Centre are set to come before the Council’s executive board next Thursday.
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Published on Friday 2 March 2018 at 3:36 pm
Special tribute is being made to women past and present who have contributed to the success of Blackburn and Darwen as part of a wide range of International Women’s Day activity next week.
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Published on Friday 2 March 2018 at 2:47 pm
After checking the condition of the roads it has been decided that they are suitably accessible for the refuse vehicles.
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Published on Thursday 1 March 2018 at 3:25 pm
The National Festival of Making returns on May 12-13 after last year welcoming 30,000 people to Blackburn.
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Published on Thursday 1 March 2018 at 1:32 pm
As the country prepares for more ice and snowy conditions, residents are being asked to show extra vigilance and ensure vulnerable friends, neighbours and relatives are safe as the big freeze bites.
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Published on Thursday 1 March 2018 at 10:32 am
Today’s refuse and recycling collections in Blackburn and Darwen are likely to be affected by the weather.
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Published on Wednesday 28 February 2018 at 4:20 pm
There is emergency help and support available for vulnerable people rough sleeping in the borough including an emergency helpline that people can call if they are concerned about someone.
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Published on Tuesday 27 February 2018 at 1:51 pm
The Council’s budget has been approved for 2018/2019.
The rise includes a 2.99% rise to meet the Council’s ongoing challenges in the face of Government budget cuts and an extra 3% specifically for caring for our vulnerable adults.
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Published on Tuesday 27 February 2018 at 1:41 pm
Following the recent snow, ice and wintry conditions the Met Office and Highways Agency have given advice to people driving in severe weather.
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Published on Tuesday 27 February 2018 at 1:32 pm
From March 1st, Blackburn and Darwen Recycling centres will be operating under new opening times and days.
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Published on Monday 26 February 2018 at 3:04 pm
Older drivers across Lancashire are being invited to take part in free workshops to help keep people safe.
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Published on Monday 26 February 2018 at 1:23 pm
Blackburn with Darwen libraries are working in partnership with Booktrust celebrating World Book Day by giving away book tokens worth £1 each to children and young people under the age of 18.
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Published on Friday 23 February 2018 at 1:54 pm
In a further move to try and eradicate fuel poverty locally, Blackburn with Darwen Council has commissioned local charity Care Network to provide advice and information for people struggling to keep warm at home.
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Published on Thursday 22 February 2018 at 4:47 pm
This year’s Festival of Making, which will take place on the weekend of May 12-13, was launched today at Blackburn’s Cathedral Quarter.
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Published on Thursday 22 February 2018 at 10:29 am
Blackburn with Darwen Council is backing a major NHS drive aimed at protecting women against cervical cancer.
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Published on Wednesday 21 February 2018 at 3:05 pm
Tickets are now out for the Blackburn with Darwen 2018 Mayor’s Ball.
The event will be held at Ewood Park in Blackburn on Friday, March 16th, and will include music and dancing from popular band Classique as well as a raffle.
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Published on Tuesday 20 February 2018 at 11:11 am
Blackburn with Darwen Council has been awarded over £700,000 to help bring forward potential building sites in the borough for housing development.
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Published on Monday 19 February 2018 at 8:14 am
BBC Radio Lancashire has announced its first Community Heroes Awards.
They are recognising those in the county that go the extra mile and make a real difference to the lives of others.
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Published on Friday 16 February 2018 at 1:33 pm
LOCAL heroes who make a big impact to the lives of people in their community were celebrated at an awards ceremony.
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Published on Wednesday 14 February 2018 at 4:11 pm
Blackburn with Darwen Council is working with local third sector organisation CVS and other partners to identify and provide external funding opportunities for local people, community groups and organisations.
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Published on Wednesday 14 February 2018 at 10:36 am
In December last year, Blackburn with Darwen’s Food Alliance was awarded funding from the National Lottery funded ‘Food Power’ programme.
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Published on Wednesday 14 February 2018 at 9:17 am
Blackburn with Darwen Council is backing a local charity’s call to businesses to show their support in highlighting fuel poverty.
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Published on Tuesday 13 February 2018 at 10:16 am
Young people went to the polls this week and elected Elle Walsh as their new Youth MP.
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Published on Monday 12 February 2018 at 4:10 pm
Parking charges will be introduced at Witton Country Park from March 1st.
The main Witton Park Car Park and the astroturf car park will charge 50p for two hours and £1.50 to park all day.
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Published on Monday 12 February 2018 at 1:52 pm
Blackburn with Darwen Council is backing calls for traffic light labelling on food and drink to be mandatory to help people make more informed choices about the food they eat
The calls are being made by the Local Government Association.
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Published on Monday 12 February 2018 at 1:46 pm
A scout leader will be recognised for his work in bringing people together at a special celebration later this month.
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Published on Monday 12 February 2018 at 12:47 pm
A special award ceremony is being held this Thursday to celebrate people within the borough who make a real difference to the lives of those around them.
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Published on Monday 12 February 2018 at 12:17 pm
Lunchtime walks have been re-launched to help encourage people in the borough to exercise and socialise with colleagues.
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Published on Friday 9 February 2018 at 12:48 pm
Blackburn Library are showing Peter Pan this half term for an amazing offer!
Peter Pan is produced by Pendle Productions, Storytellers Theatre Co.
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Published on Thursday 8 February 2018 at 11:23 am
The HIVE Blackburn & Darwen Business Awards 2018 celebrate the outstanding work of businesses from different sectors and inspirational individuals from across Blackburn and Darwen.
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Published on Thursday 8 February 2018 at 10:10 am
People in Lancashire are being urged to be antibiotics aware this winter – and understand that they are unlikely to be the remedy for their coughs, colds and sore throats.
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Published on Monday 5 February 2018 at 2:18 pm
The public are invited to attend four Blackburn Mosques on Sunday February 18 for Visit My Mosque day.
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Published on Thursday 1 February 2018 at 11:48 am
An empty home has been brought back in to use by Blackburn with Darwen council’s campaign to buy and renovate long-term vacant properties.
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Published on Tuesday 30 January 2018 at 3:08 pm
Anyone wishing to have their garden waste collected in a clean and convenient way can subscribe to Blackburn with Darwen Council’s 2018 service.
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Published on Tuesday 30 January 2018 at 2:32 pm
Blackburn with Darwen Council has welcomed the launch of the new Green Hills development in Blackburn designed by Gerardine Hemingway MBE and Wayne Hemingway MBE.
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Published on Monday 29 January 2018 at 3:40 pm
Do you know anyone that would like to attend the ‘Veterans Breakfast Showcase Event’ at Blackburn Youth Zone?
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Published on Friday 26 January 2018 at 3:43 pm
Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is investing £1.5 million in the future of Darwen Town Centre by creating a fantastic public space right in the heart of the town.
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Published on Friday 26 January 2018 at 11:14 am
An exciting new development could be coming to the Blakey’s site at King George’s Hall.
Restaurant chain EastZEast is in discussion with the Council to open a 200-seat restaurant operating 7 days a week plus a gelato offer with coffee, light meals and desserts during the day.
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