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Introducing the most famous postman on the planet, the epic @bendavis_86, who will be taking time out of the mail room to deliver sessions at our 9th Blackburn with Darwen fest. #postmanplanet @Go_All_In_2026 @Literacy_Trust

Meet Adisa who is an internationally acclaimed #poet whose craft transcends traditional boundaries. Blending the art of performance and conversation, with a rich tapestry woven from his Afro-Caribbean heritage and the nuances of growing up in the UK. #Blackburn #Darwen

FREE event for families!✨🪄Meet Autism’s Got Talent @AngusBaskervil1, once bullied and expelled from three schools, who found his place after being diagnosed with Asperger's and ADHD. Now 29, he's thriving as a magician, and showcased his talent at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

We are soooo excited that Blackburn’s own @ihussainwriter is joining us to help inspire the children at our 9th annual #childrensliteraturefestival @Literacy_Trust @Go_All_In_2026

16 year old Aleeza Isa is ready and excited as she prepares for a series of @1VoiceBlackburn fundraising events showcasing their work. Aleeza Isa Interviews will take place in front of a live audience in @BwDLibraries. Email events@1vblackburn.org for ticket ino

Did you know you need photo ID to vote in a polling station? If you haven’t got any of the accepted forms of ID, you can apply for a Voter Authority Certificate until 5pm on Wed 26 June. It’s completely free and you can apply online at gov.uk/apply-for-phot…

Time’s running out to apply for postal votes for the general election on 4 July! If you want to vote by post in the general election, you need to apply by 5pm on Wednesday 19 June. Apply online now: gov.uk/apply-postal-v…

This is epic! In my role as a volunteer, I established a book awards program for @ChildrensLFests @CLFBookAwards to give children a voice. Schools and #libraries in England, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales have all been involved. Recently, the team at @blackburndarwen #Library shared their read aloud of The Versatile Reptile by @nicolakidsbooks @abbieillustrate published by @graffeg_books #GoodNewsSaturday

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When faced with negativity, it can be all too tempting to dwell on it. Remember to #BeKind to yourself and others #Kindness.

I’m heading over to @HarrogateHigh to deliver sessions utilising my story @TrappedCLines with @NYorksPolice. We are working together to educate on the complexities of #countylines and associated #knifecrime. #OpSpectre I will also introduce the national initiative. trappedincountylines.co.uk/competition/

Brilliant sessions with Y9 @HarrogateHigh utilising my story @TrappedCLines working in partnership with @NYorksPolice. #cce #countylines #knifecrime #OpSceptre

Here’s what deputy headteacher and dedicated safeguarding lead Mrs Selway @HFCarlton had to say about the session today. @Headteacherchat #education #cce #countylines #knifecrime

Communities day 11th May @KeighleyLibrary! Pick up free books! 📚Two FREE performances of Fishing For Rainbows by @Oli_Sykes89. Book tickets: eventbrite.com/o/33470125241. Meet the Story Explorers, and chat to @ChristiGabbitas about the #Kindness initiative, and national poetry comp.

Introducing our remarkable judge Dean Coady QPM, OBE, SMRC. I had the pleasure of meeting Dean at the Lancs Police and Crime conference back in 2018. Hailing from Salford, Dean was raised in an environment plagued by crime and violence. Despite this, Dean emerged as a formidable figure, spending a decade as a Parachute Regiment Soldier before dedicating 26 years to serving on the frontline of policing. More info here: trappedincountylines.co.uk/competition/ #CountyLines #CCE

Kene (Y9) from @HopeSentamuLT Vale of #York school said that my story @TrappedCLines was relatable and easy to understand. #countylines #cce #earlyintervention

Correction to timing, it will be 14.15pm on Sunday.

If you didn’t manage to catch my interview on BBC1 with @iredalepolitics with guests @JasonMcCartney & @annalouisedixon - here’s the link: bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episod… #countylines #cce #modernslavery #education @Headteacherchat