News

Director of Public Health comments on new report on ‘North/South health divide’

Published at: Monday 15 September 2014 at 2:13 pm

Blackburn with Darwen’s Director of Public Health, Dominic Harrison, has commented on a new report which highlights a health divide between the North and South of England.

Long-term foster carer talks about her experiences

Published at: Monday 15 September 2014 at 1:59 pm

A long-term foster carer has talked about her experiences, and the support and advice available for those who may be thinking about fostering a child.

Support Local Causes, Vote Today

Published at: Monday 15 September 2014 at 1:48 pm

Two very worthwhile local community organisations have been nominated for this year’s Lloyds Bank Community award.

What’s on in Blackburn with Darwen 15-21 September

Published at: Friday 12 September 2014 at 2:39 pm

Events and attractions in Blackburn with Darwen in September

Walkers put their ‘heart and sole’ into it

Published at: Friday 12 September 2014 at 1:57 pm

Big-hearted local walkers  are fundraising for the British Heart Foundation (BHF) by taking part in the annual Blackburn and Darwen Heart Town Walks starting tomorrow, September 13.

New Junction 4 skatepark announces prices

Published at: Friday 12 September 2014 at 1:19 pm

The much anticipated new skatepark, Junction 4, is due to open its doors on Saturday, September 20. Opening times have already been announced and now the prices have also been released.

Health day at Shadsworth Leisure Centre

Published at: Friday 12 September 2014 at 11:04 am

Shadsworth Leisure Centre is hosting a free health event this Monday, September 15.

Council Prosecutes Unlicensed Landlords

Published at: Thursday 11 September 2014 at 3:39 pm

Mr Stephen Doughty and Mr Christopher Gac have been ordered to pay a total of £6,324.65  after being found guilty, in their absence, to the charge of being in breach of the Housing Act (2004), following a hearing at Blackburn Magistrates Court.

Recognition for business network

Published at: Thursday 11 September 2014 at 10:29 am

Hive, the borough’s Business Leaders Network, has been commended for the role it plays in improving the town’s prosperity as part of the 2014 Enterprising Britain Awards.

Get your skates on, 10 days to go…

Published at: Wednesday 10 September 2014 at 2:24 pm

The new £120,000 state-of-the-art indoor BMX and skatepark is set to open on Saturday, September 20.

Local amateur artist exhibits work

Published at: Tuesday 9 September 2014 at 9:15 am

Sunnyhurst Wood Visitor Centre is currently playing host to an exhibition featuring local amateur artist Michael Wilkinson.

Smokers encouraged to quit for Stoptober

Published at: Monday 8 September 2014 at 2:01 pm

During October, smokers in Blackburn with Darwen are being encouraged to quit together as this year’s Stoptober challenge launches.

Successful prosecution of unlicensed landlord

Published at: Monday 8 September 2014 at 1:02 pm

A landlord of a property in Darwen was ordered to pay fines and costs of £1060 after pleading guilty at Blackburn magistrate’s court.

Steel signing ceremony at bus station

Published at: Friday 5 September 2014 at 3:00 pm

A steel signing ceremony was held at the new Blackburn bus station to mark the continuing progress.

Working week of a family-finder social worker

Published at: Thursday 4 September 2014 at 2:17 pm

Blackburn with Darwen Council’s adoption service launched Let’s Adopt in January 2014, in a bid to find loving and stable homes for cared-for children. The campaign has helped to educate potential parents in the borough and surrounding areas that a wide range of people including single people, non-homeowners, those who are in fulltime employment or not working, same-sex couples and over 21-year-olds are eligible to apply to adopt.

Baiter Sehat focus on shisha and heart health

Published at: Wednesday 3 September 2014 at 5:11 pm

Blackburn with Darwen’s Baiter Sehat health campaign will interview up to 200 shisha users about their attitudes to the habit this autumn, in what is expected to be one of the most comprehensive local studies into the subject to date.

Blackburn Festival Party this Thursday

Published at: Wednesday 3 September 2014 at 4:12 pm

Get ready for Blackburn Festival with this pre-festival party.

Witton Park gets ready to host Blackburn Festival

Published at: Wednesday 3 September 2014 at 3:52 pm

A fun filled festival, with live music, arts, stall’s and much more for all the family to enjoy takes place on Saturday, September 6 as Blackburn Festival returns.

Open house for the Mayor

Published at: Tuesday 2 September 2014 at 1:55 pm

The Mayor of Blackburn, Cllr Alan Cottam, will be opening his doors today 10am – 4pm  as part of the Blackburn Heritage Festival.

Lancashire Health Expo – join the conversation

Published at: Tuesday 2 September 2014 at 10:03 am

This month’s Lancashire Health Expo  is set to be the biggest conversation  of the year between the third sector and professionals working in the NHS and local government.

Whats on in Blackburn with Darwen: 1-7 September

Published at: Monday 1 September 2014 at 3:56 pm

Blackburn Town Centre:

2nd Sept: Until 30th September “Many Moods of Corporation Park” Blackburn Central Library

4th Sept:  Blackburn is Open First Thursday – Blackburn Festival Preview Party, 4 – 8pm

Photography Exhibition – amazing images taken at last year’s Blackburn festival.

Inside the New Blackburn Leisure Centre

Published at: Monday 1 September 2014 at 2:29 pm

These images show the first view inside the new £13.5million sports and swimming complex in Blackburn town centre.

Do It Online

Published at: Friday 29 August 2014 at 1:53 pm

The number of people accessing Blackburn with Darwen Council services online has seen a dramatic increase over the past year.

Customers offered free health checks

Published at: Thursday 28 August 2014 at 12:46 pm

B&Q on Bolton Road, Blackburn was the latest venue in the borough to host Free NHS Health Checks.