News stories tagged as "The Mayor"

NHS worker becomes Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen

Published at: Thursday 18 May 2023 at 7:25 pm

NHS Healthcare Assistant and former textile worker Coun Parwaiz Akhtar is the Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen for 2023/24.

New Mayor encourages everyone to get involved in making borough a better place

Published at: Friday 20 May 2022 at 7:09 am

A passionate community supporter, volunteer and local Magistrate has become Blackburn with Darwen’s new Mayor.

Sara performs ‘viral’ speech for Mayor & Mayoress

Published at: Friday 14 June 2019 at 12:34 pm

Wensley Fold C of E Primary Academy pupil Sara Hussain gave a very special performance of her moving speech about challenging the Manchester Arena bomber when she visited the Mayor’s parlour this week.

Christmas message from our Mayor and Leader

Published at: Monday 24 December 2018 at 10:27 am

The Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen has joined with the council’s leader in wishing all residents a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Mayor digs deep to support local good cause

Published at: Thursday 21 January 2016 at 12:58 pm

A kind-hearted donation has been made to a Blackburn-based chariable cause that supports vulnerable people and families.

Armed Forces Day Flag Raised

Published at: Tuesday 23 June 2015 at 4:14 pm

Dozens gathered yesterday (22/06/2015) for the raising of the Armed Forces Day flag as Blackburn with Darwen stopped to show their support for the sacrifices and vital work the armed forces undertake every day.

Good friends meet for top afternoon of entertainment

Published at: Thursday 26 March 2015 at 9:41 am

Performances of classic pop hits and lively games of bingo brought older people in Darwen together.