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Latest news listings for Blackburn with Darwen Council.
Plain cigarette packs call backed by Blackburn with Darwen health experts
Published at: Wednesday 25 June 2014 at 4:07 pm
Public health leads in Blackburn with Darwen have backed calls for UK action on plain packaging for tobacco after the latest figures from Australia reported a drop in sales since standard packs were introduced.
Blooming tribute to brave soldiers of World War One
Published at: Wednesday 25 June 2014 at 4:06 pm
A flowering display to commemorate the centenary of World War One has been planted in Corporation Park.
Be inspired by the Tour de France
Published at: Wednesday 25 June 2014 at 3:20 pm
People across Blackburn and Darwen are invited to get into the Tour de France spirit by taking part in free guided bike rides.
Advice for residents during Ramadan
Published at: Monday 23 June 2014 at 3:06 pm
Blackburn with Darwen residents fasting for the Muslim holy month of Ramadan are being advised to drink plenty of fluids and follow a balanced diet between fasts.
Students get ‘Streetwise’ about safety
Published at: Friday 20 June 2014 at 2:58 pm
Young people from Blackburn schools were given valuable safety lessons at a fun event.
Special events for looked after children in the borough
Published at: Friday 20 June 2014 at 2:44 pm
Young people who live in the borough’s children’s homes are being honoured for their achievements this weekend.
Improved Blackburn – Manchester rail services on track
Published at: Friday 20 June 2014 at 2:15 pm
Improved rail services between Blackburn and Manchester moved a step closer today as the Council leader and local MPs lent their support to an agreement between Network Rail and Blackburn with Darwen Council to construct a new section of track which will allow more trains to use the route.
Show your support for Armed Forces Day 2014
Published at: Thursday 19 June 2014 at 2:05 pm
Residents are invited to attend flag raising ceremonies in front of Blackburn and Darwen town halls on Monday, June 23 for Armed Forces Day 2014.
Make sure your food is safe
Published at: Wednesday 18 June 2014 at 1:58 pm
The spotlight is on the UK’s most common cause of food poisoning for this year’s Food Safety Week.
Blackburn restaurants and takeaways celebrating new healthy food award
Published at: Wednesday 18 June 2014 at 1:43 pm
Restaurants, takeaways and food shops and stalls across Blackburn are helping customers to make healthier choices with a new scheme.
Could you foster a local child?
Published at: Monday 16 June 2014 at 12:11 pm
Ever thought about fostering? Blackburn with Darwen Council’s fostering team will be out and about over the next few weeks to help people find out about what’s involved.
Local event kicks off breastfeeding celebration week
Published at: Thursday 12 June 2014 at 12:02 pm
Livesey Children’s and All Age Centre in Blackburn will host a special event on Monday June 16 as part of Lancashire’s ‘Celebrating Breastfeeding Week’.
Blackburn Market hosts Falls Awareness Week stall
Published at: Thursday 12 June 2014 at 11:42 am
Blackburn Market will play host to a market stall on Friday, June 20 to provide older people with advice on how to reduce the risk of falls.
Cathedral Quarter development reaches new heights
Published at: Wednesday 11 June 2014 at 10:51 am
Exciting new images have been unveiled of Blackburn’s £30m Cathedral Quarter development – from the air.
Mums-to-be urged to get whooping cough jab
Published at: Monday 9 June 2014 at 10:47 am
Pregnant women in Blackburn with Darwen are being urged to get a vaccination that will protect their new-born babies against whooping cough.
Health consultation ahead of Ramadan
Published at: Monday 9 June 2014 at 10:44 am
Blackburn with Darwen Council is hosting a public health consultation event this week.
Mum talks of positive experiences ahead of Lancashire breastfeeding week
Published at: Monday 9 June 2014 at 10:39 am
A Darwen mum has spoken about her positive experiences with breastfeeding ahead of a week-long celebration of breast feeding in East Lancashire.
World Cup fun day promotes responsible drinking
Published at: Friday 6 June 2014 at 8:14 pm
Blackburn town centre is set to host a World Cup family fun day.
Tee off for charity golf day
Published at: Friday 6 June 2014 at 1:45 pm
A special golf day is being held to raise funds for the Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen’s charity.
Park transformed
Published at: Friday 6 June 2014 at 10:32 am
A play park which had been hit by vandals on numerous occasions has been transformed into a new track for youngsters to learn how to cycle safely.
Award ceremony celebrates Pat on the Back winners
Published at: Thursday 5 June 2014 at 4:17 pm
Pat on the Back Awards have been presented to winners and runners-up from across Blackburn and Darwen at a special ceremony.
Demolition work starts on derelict hotel
Published at: Thursday 5 June 2014 at 1:41 pm
Demolition of the Bear Hotel in Darwen is due to start on Monday.
Walk this way for annual festival
Published at: Wednesday 4 June 2014 at 3:01 pm
The Blackburn and Darwen Witton Weavers Way Walking Festival is taking place from June 16 to 27.
Free cycling festival at Witton Park
Published at: Wednesday 4 June 2014 at 11:48 am
Blackburn with Darwen Free Cycling Festival is being held at Witton Country Park on Saturday June 14 between 12pm and 3pm.
