Lord Square News Today

A new name arrived on the Blackburn town centre ‘scene’ in 1983

Sports retailer JD is expanding with a new store opening in Hyndburn Retail Park, creating 40 jobs. 

Rochdale shoppers are in for a treat as the Totally Locally Fiver Fest comes to town again (8-22 October) to celebrate...

Throughout the decades, a number of nightclubs have graced Blackburn – but where did you most enjoy dancing the night away?

THIS dustcart of delight arrived in Blackburn to help promote the opening of the town’s new cafe, restaurant and nightspot in 1983.

The Mother and Child statue which in 1992 was sited on Lord Square in Blackburn had become the target for pranksters who would attempt to dress up…

Here’s a photo that will bring back some memories for many readers - Yate’s Wine Lodge on Church Street in Blackburn.

Twelve of the North Pole’s most important elves are celebrating Christmas in Rochdale with a fantastic new competition.

Taken from a low flying plane in 1992, this colour photo offers some fascinating details of Blackburn town centre.

Spending just £5 a week makes a big difference to high streets, so a selection of Rochdale’s independent businesses are...