Darwen4 Jan 2026Defence capabilities highlighted in £20m cash bidLancashire is bidding for a share of the government's Local Innovation Partnership Fund.4 Jan 202630 Dec 2025Corrie star dedicates MBE to working class actorsSally Lindsay is among those from north-west England recognised in the New Year's Honours list.30 Dec 202522 Dec 2025Plans to fill housing estate sinkhole submittedThe hole opened up on a driveway in Greenfield, Darwen, in September.22 Dec 202515 Dec 2025New £7.7m tip will replace two existing sitesResidents have been known to queue for 45 minutes at one of the existing tips, councillors hear.15 Dec 202514 Dec 2025Beauty spot bought 'at the eleventh hour'Dating back to the 1800s, Jack's Key Lodge in Darwen once featured a boating lake and a cafe.14 Dec 202511 Dec 2025'Manipulative' man jailed for abusing boys in caravanRobert Court was in his early 20s when he assaulted two boys aged 12 and 14 in between 2011 and 2013.11 Dec 202527 Nov 2025Lancashire Day - what is it and what does it mean?Lancashire Day celebrate the culture, lifestyle and achievements of the red rose county.27 Nov 202519 Nov 2025Council safety notice after mum killed by branchThe council failed to check trees before the death of Madia Kauser in Witton Park, the HSE say.19 Nov 202518 Oct 2025Christmas lights show line-up revealedBritain's Got Talent finalist Steve Royle is among those booked to perform at the event in Darwen.18 Oct 2025...