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A legendary sitcom is coming back to life in Blackburn this spring, as Steptoe and Son – LIVE! hits the stage at Blackburn Empire Theatre on Thursday 24 April 2025.
The Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen, Councillor Brian Taylor, has shared a special message to mark Eid ul Fitr, one of the most significant celebrations in the Islamic calendar.

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2nd April 7:00 pm

Shrek The Musical JR.

4th April 7:30 pm

Ultimate 70s Show

5th April 3:00 pm

The Choral Pilgrimage 2025: Blackburn

9th April 2:00 pm

Wonders of Our Universe

13th April 5:00 pm

Sleeping Beauty

13th April 1:00 pm

Sleeping Beauty

15th April 7:30 pm

Let’s Get Loud – Charity Variety Show

16th April 7:30 pm

Tiny Tim’s Biggest Adventure 2025

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    M65 reopened following six-car crash near Blackburn
    Emergency teams were called to the eastbound carriageway from Junction 3 to Junction 4.
    Fraudsters, danger drivers, and catapulting drugs gangs - jailed in March
    It's been another extremely busy month in Lancashire's courts which has seen more than 30 of the region's criminals put behind bars.
    'No cap on car finance compensation' Blackburn law firm urges Government
    A Blackburn law firm representing millions of customers mis-sold car finance has urged the Government not to cap compensation for victims.
    UK households issued garden insurance warning as clocks go forward
    Households could risk leaving themselves without adequate insurance as the evenings become lighter.
    'Very soon' - Blackburn Rovers contract talks and futures of three key players
    Rudy Gestede revealed Blackburn Rovers are close to a breakthrough on contract talks
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    The Blackburn Rovers Head of Football Operations spoke to The Lancashire Telegraph in a wide-ranging interview
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    19 Lancashire County Council employees earned over £100k last year
    The number increased from 13 the year before

    After two decades of dedicated service, Dr James Adeley is preparing to step down as Senior Coroner for Lancashire and Blackburn with Darwen. 

    A new planning application has been submitted setting out plans for major new investment in Darwen’s Library and Library Theatre.

    A retrospective planning application for a change of use of land at Hall Moss Farm – close to Whitehall Park – has been refused.

    Drug-rape student - 23 more women make allegations
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    Three big unknowns ahead of Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariffs
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