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Register now for the Blackburn 10k!

Published at: Monday 1 November 2021 at 12:56 pm

After holding a successful event in 2019, RunThrough are excited to be bringing the Blackburn 10k back.

Register now for the Blackburn 10k!

Timeless seasonal classics with G4’s Christmas tour

Published at: Monday 1 November 2021 at 11:59 am

G4 will be back on the road in 2021 with their biggest and best Christmas tour to date!

Timeless seasonal classics with G4’s Christmas tour

Miniature theatre this half-term at Blackburn Market

Published at: Friday 29 October 2021 at 3:02 pm

Following a visit from artist collective, “Eye of Newt” last Saturday, Blackburn Market is pleased to welcome them back with a miniature theatre production.

Miniature theatre this half-term at Blackburn Market

Leader responds to Autumn Budget and Spending Review

Published at: Thursday 28 October 2021 at 10:37 am

Mohammed Khan CBE, Leader of Blackburn with Darwen Council, has responded to the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget and Spending Review.

Leader responds to Autumn Budget and Spending Review

Council Director wins prestigious award

Published at: Thursday 28 October 2021 at 10:07 am

Paul Fleming, Strategic Director of Resources at Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council has topped a list that celebrates technology and business leaders driving change at their organisations.

Council Director wins prestigious award

Peace vigil to mark start of Knife Angel Lancashire programme

Published at: Wednesday 27 October 2021 at 7:15 pm

An open invitation is being shared to a candle-lit peace vigil on Thursday 4 November to mark the start of the Knife Angel Lancashire education programme.

Peace vigil to mark start of Knife Angel Lancashire programme

BwD & Lancashire Bus Service Improvement Plan

Published at: Wednesday 27 October 2021 at 3:07 pm

Blackburn with Darwen Council, in partnership with Lancashire County Council, have jointly developed a Bus Service Improvement Plan for their areas.

BwD & Lancashire Bus Service Improvement Plan

Online Covid-19 vaccination bookings are now open for 12-15 year olds

Published at: Tuesday 26 October 2021 at 3:22 pm

Young people aged 12-15 in Blackburn with Darwen can now get their Covid-19 vaccine at vaccination sites in the borough with an appointment booked on the NHS National Booking Service.

Online Covid-19 vaccination bookings are now open for 12-15 year olds

Two hours of Sizzling Soul Music with Stars from the Commitments

Published at: Tuesday 26 October 2021 at 2:46 pm

King George’s Hall in Blackburn are delighted to welcome Direct from Dublin, the fantastic Stars from The Commitments.

Two hours of Sizzling Soul Music with Stars from the Commitments

Blackburn stars in BBC archive film from 1957

Published at: Tuesday 26 October 2021 at 2:34 pm

BBC Archive recently published a film of Blackburn made in 1957 on a social media platform.

Blackburn stars in BBC archive film from 1957

Independent remuneration panel vacancy

Published at: Tuesday 26 October 2021 at 12:47 pm

Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is looking to refresh our Independent Remuneration Panel membership with immediate effect.

Independent remuneration panel vacancy

Kicking off 100 years of King George’s Hall!

Published at: Tuesday 26 October 2021 at 11:18 am

Last week marked the beginning of birthday celebrations for Blackburn’s King George’s Hall, kicking off with a fun-filled centenary party and an exclusive concert from the prestigious Hallé Orchestra, who opened the venue exactly 100 years ago.

Kicking off 100 years of King George’s Hall!

Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen launches 100th Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal

Published at: Monday 25 October 2021 at 1:01 pm

The Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen, Cllr Derek Hardman was joined by Mayoress, Colette Hardman, to officially open a unit dedicated to raising money for the 100th Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal in The Mall Blackburn on Saturday 23rd October.

Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen launches 100th Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal

10 Days Your Way: Bespoke support to help you self-isolate

Published at: Sunday 24 October 2021 at 2:40 pm

A new programme of support has launched to help Blackburn with Darwen residents comply with national guidance when they are told to self-isolate.

10 Days Your Way: Bespoke support to help you self-isolate

Curious entertainment this half-term on Blackburn Market

Published at: Thursday 21 October 2021 at 3:36 pm

Strange things are happening this half-term on Blackburn Market, as the Cabinet of Curiosities arrives.

Curious entertainment this half-term on Blackburn Market

This week’s Coronavirus column: Plan B

Published at: Thursday 21 October 2021 at 10:59 am

In his Coronavirus column this week, Prof Dominic Harrison, our Director of Public Health and Wellbeing, comments on the government’s Plan B. 

This week’s Coronavirus column: Plan B

#KGH100

Published at: Wednesday 20 October 2021 at 5:10 pm

Click here to for all the updates on the #KGH100 celebrations!

#KGH100

Free school meal vouchers return for October half term

Published at: Wednesday 20 October 2021 at 1:49 pm

Free school meal vouchers will be available for eligible Blackburn with Darwen children for the October half term.

Free school meal vouchers return for October half term

Covid booster jabs get underway

Published at: Wednesday 20 October 2021 at 1:15 pm

Covid booster vaccinations for eligible people are starting to rollout across Blackburn with Darwen and the North West as the NHS prepares for Winter.

Covid booster jabs get underway

Week of action gets Blackburn talking about adoption

Published at: Wednesday 20 October 2021 at 12:32 pm

People in Blackburn are being invited to find out all about the process of modern adoption during National Adoption Week.

Week of action gets Blackburn talking about adoption

WALL OF SHAME – help us catch them!

Published at: Wednesday 20 October 2021 at 12:29 pm

Do you know someone standing in the Wall of Shame?

WALL OF SHAME – help us catch them!

Thank you for sharing your King George’s Hall memories

Published at: Tuesday 19 October 2021 at 5:03 pm

We’d like to thank every single person who shared their incredible King George’s Hall memories as we approach the centenary celebrations this Thursday.

Thank you for sharing your King George’s Hall memories

Blackburn with Darwen’s Director of Public Health confirms his retirement

Published at: Friday 15 October 2021 at 4:44 pm

Prof Dominic Harrison, Director of Public Health for Blackburn with Darwen, has confirmed his decision to retire from Blackburn with Darwen Council at the end of March 2022.

Blackburn with Darwen’s Director of Public Health confirms his retirement

Supporting people to develop digital skills in Get Online Week

Published at: Friday 15 October 2021 at 3:58 pm

Community organisations across the borough are joining forces next week to help people who struggle to get online to improve their skills and boost their confidence.

Supporting people to develop digital skills in Get Online Week
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