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Bishop of Blackburn to tackle muddy assault course for Sudan appeal
The Bishop of Blackburn and other clergy will wear dog collars as they scramble through mud at Whitehough Outdoor Centre, raising money…
Community
More than 400 nominations narrowed down to Volunteer Awards finalists in Blackburn with Darwen
Blackburn with Darwen Council and Community CVS have revealed the finalists for this year’s Community Volunteer Awards, after more than 400 nominations…
Council
Whalley Old Road full closure & improvement works
Blackburn with Darwen Council says planned highways works on Whalley Old Road will start with temporary traffic lights before a longer closure…
Council
£270,000 awarded to Blackburn with Darwen Council for three playgrounds
Blackburn with Darwen Council has secured funding to improve three playgrounds after a consultation with local residents, parents and children.
Christmas
Aladdin Cast Causes Magic and Mayhem as Blackburn Panto Officially Launches
Christmas came early to Blackburn as the cast of this year's Aladdin descended on Blackburn Empire Theatre for a fun-filled official launch…
News
Blackburn Cathedral to host free Community Health and Wellbeing Day
Blackburn Cathedral says its free drop-in event will bring together more than 30 local and national organisations, charities and NHS teams on…
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