Thousands visit Colne for Great British R&B Festival
The small East Lancashire town of Colne welcomed thousands of people to the town over the August Bank Holiday Weekend as the Great British R&B Festival returned. Organised by Colne Town Council and the Colne Blues Society, visitors were treated to a spectacular weekend of live music and family fun entertainment, including the very best […]
#AmazingAccrington Soapbox Challenge Wows Crowds
This year, the #AmazingAccrington Soapbox Challenge was listed as one of the top 30 free bank holiday activities – nationally! The crowds of over 18,000 thronged in the streets in Accrington on Saturday 26th August from 10am-4pm would certainly vouch for what a great day out it was. The pits were open from 10am, with […]
Stonyhurst College celebrates outstanding GCSE results
Stonyhurst is proud of this year’s Syntax (Year 11) cohort, with some spectacular results reflected in its collective 100% pass rate. Pupils have beaten predictions by significant margins, demonstrating further evidence of Stonyhurst’s reputation for adding value through excellent teaching and learning. GCSE results have risen back to 2019 levels highlighting its commitment to excellence. […]
Lancaster and Morecambe Chamber of Commerce chooses their Charity Of The Year
Each year Lancaster and Morecambe Chamber of Commerce chooses a charity to support as their Charity of The Year. This year Chamber President, Chris Gardner, Director of Morecambe accountancy firm Waters & Atkinson has chosen local charity and Chamber Member, Unique Kidz and Co. Unique Kidz and Co is a local charity based in Morecambe, and […]
Congratulations to the Stonyhurst Class of 2023!
Today we are sending congratulations to our Class of 2023 on their A level success. At A level, we are delighted that our results have continued to rise by all measures despite the national trend reported over the last week in the press. Our A level results show a significant increase compared to 2022. Almost half of […]
Roll Up! Showtown Blackpool unveils March 2024 opening date
The news comes alongside the appointment of new Chief Executive Elizabeth Moss. Its official, Showtown: the museum of fun and entertainment has announced it will open its doors to the public in March 2024, bringing a world class interactive museum for all the family to Blackpool. When open, Showtown will celebrate the seaside, circus, magic, […]
Chorley Council to acquire Chorley Bus Station in a bid to revamp much used local asset
Chorley Council has agreed plans for an acquisition of the Chorley Bus Station. The deal will see the Council take ownership and day-to-day management of the site looking to develop how the station can be further utilised as a community asset, complimenting the other already great public use areas in the town centre. Councillor Alistair […]
Blackburn Round Table Becomes a Patron of Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone
Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone is thrilled to announce that Blackburn Round Table, a prominent community organization, has joined its network as a Patron. Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone is a vibrant and dynamic young person’s charity that tirelessly works to empower children and young people aged 8 to 19 (up to 25 for those […]
Lancashire Mixologist wins Young Mixologist England
Last week, the England finals of Young Chef Young Waiter (YCYW) England and Young Mixologist England, elevated by NEFT Vodka, took place at the University College of Birmingham. The three winners were announced at a special awards ceremony at the International Convention Centre (ICC) Birmingham. Each of 13 talented young hospitality superstars at the finals […]
Tales Retold is the write stuff at The Grand Theatre Blackpool
Spread the word! Blackpool Grand Theatre has the write stuff to help young minds following the successful Tales Retold Storytelling Festival this July. As part of The Grand’s ground-breaking Story-Led Resilience Programme, the Tales Retold project invited over 700 young story makers from 12 local schools to tell their stories of resilience, hope and a […]
Record number of parks awarded Green Flag status
A record number of parks and green spaces across the UK have reached the high standards required to receive a coveted Green Flag Award in 2023. The scheme is celebrating as 2,216 parks – the largest number since the scheme began 27 years ago – are proudly preparing to raise their flags. A full list […]
The Mall Blackburn sponsors Community Volunteer Awards 2023
The Mall Blackburn has signed up to become an official sponsor of the Community Volunteer Awards, which is organised by Community CVS and Blackburn with Darwen Council. The awards, which are now in their fifth year, recognise individuals and groups who go the extra mile to make lives better for residents across the borough. People can nominate […]