Marks & Spencer announces the imminent closure of its Blackburn town centre store, citing objections delaying its new £10 million Food Hall at Frontier Park. The decision affects staff and local shopping habits.
Blackburn with Darwen Council has agreed to sell a vacant site for just £1 to Together Housing Group, enabling the construction of 31 affordable rental properties to address housing needs in Higher Croft.
The Blackburn Diocese Mothers' Union has received a Bronze Award for its long-standing efforts to combat domestic abuse, part of the global 'Rise Up' campaign. This recognition highlights over 30 years of advocacy and practical support in Lancashire commu
St John's Church in Blackburn, destroyed by fire in 2019, will be rebuilt as a digital and creative business hub in an £8.85m project starting this summer.
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Former Aston Villa boss Dean Smith is reportedly in the frame for the managerial vacancy at Championship strugglers Blackburn Rovers, as the club seeks stability.
Blackburn's new £5m Masjid E Vali mosque, funded by the Issa Foundation, opens as a community hub for all faiths, praised by council leaders.
Blackburn Rovers are seeking a new manager after sacking Valerien Ismael, with former Birmingham City and West Bromwich Albion figures among the bookmakers' favourites for the role.
Blackburn Rovers have sacked manager Valerien Ismael after a poor run of form, leaving them in the Championship relegation zone. Former West Ham boss Slaven Bilic is among favourites to replace him.
Barratt Homes has donated 20 tonnes of soil and wildflower seeds to St Francis Primary School in Blackburn to enhance its outdoor play areas as part of the OPAL scheme.
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Retail veteran Stuart Rose has been replaced as EG Group chair by US executive Roland Smith, signalling a major shift as the forecourt giant prepares for a $9bn New York flotation. Read the full story.
The Church of England in Lancashire kicks off its centenary year with a huge launch involving thousands online and in parishes. Bishop Philip North leads celebrations under the theme 'All for Jesus'.
Immanuel Feniscowles Scout Group in Blackburn receives a £1,000 donation for groundwork. The funds will rebuild a wall and create a base for a new hut, benefiting 50 young people and the wider community.
Everything you need to know about Big Brother host AJ Odudu, from her real name and Blackburn roots to her surprise engagement and impressive TV career.
A Blackburn family is barred from over 1,000 forecourts after a disputed £20.01 fuel theft claim. They insist they paid cash. Read the full story of the 19-month ban.
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A DWP executive officer exploited Covid rules to approve £50,000 in fake Universal Credit claims. Rafiq Master has been sentenced to 32 months in prison. Read the full story.
