Borehamwood Times

Sat, 18 May 2024 17:02:00 +0100
Herts County Council set to mark 50th anniversary of first meeting
When county councillors meet on Tuesday next week, it will be 50 years since Hertfordshire County Council met for the first time.

Sat, 18 May 2024 14:01:00 +0100
Hertfordshire council's adult care service ‘good’ says CQC
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated Hertfordshire County Council's adult care service as 'good'.

Sat, 18 May 2024 10:03:00 +0100
Royal Mint rare coins: 20p sells for 250 times face value
The 20p piece is a “mule” coin dating from 2008 and was minted without a date

Fri, 17 May 2024 18:43:00 +0100
Stolen motorbike recovered in Hatfield during police patrols
A motorbike stolen in Borehamwood was recovered by police in Hatfield during their Operation Oarlock patrols.

Thu, 16 May 2024 10:00:27 +0100
Crossbow seized and arrests during Borehamwood drugs bust
Two people have been arrested and crossbow was seized in a Borehamwood drug raid in the early hours of May 14.

Thu, 16 May 2024 08:04:00 +0100
Bridgerton: Filming locations of season 3 of Netflix series
As viewers are taken back to the Ton in the third season of Bridgerton, makers of the Netflix series have revealed the filming locations — old and new.

Thu, 16 May 2024 05:59:11 +0100
Can my neighbour remove our hedge without my permission?
What should you do if you're neighbour decides to remove your hedge?

Wed, 15 May 2024 13:35:51 +0100
5 Hertfordshire residents fined for driving offences
Five Hertfordshire residents are among those convicted for driving offences in recent weeks.

Wed, 15 May 2024 12:45:29 +0100
Court delays: Emergency measures due to prison overcrowding
The Ministry of Justice plan, known as Operation Early Dawn, began on Wednesday morning

Wed, 15 May 2024 09:04:00 +0100
Herts police 'failures' listed after abuse victim's death
A coroner has highlighted "failures or inadequacies" by Hertfordshire police which "may have contributed" to the death of a domestic violence victim.

Tue, 14 May 2024 19:00:00 +0100
Martin Lewis DWP Universal Credit alert for 1.4 million
More than a million people could be eligible for Universal Credit payments from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) without realising it

Mon, 13 May 2024 16:43:00 +0100
Herts County Council to pay £20k out over 'poor reference'
Herts County Council has been ordered to pay £20k to a social worker over a 'poor reference' which saw a job offer withdrawn.

Mon, 13 May 2024 12:52:56 +0100
'Deliveroo cyclist' causes delays on Hertfordshire M25
Motorists were left fuming after what appears to be a Deliveroo employee riding a bike along the Hertfordshire M25 caused delays.

Mon, 13 May 2024 10:36:45 +0100
Hertfordshire: Metal detecting rise sees treasure finds soar
In Hertfordshire, the number of treasure finds has risen as more residents take up metal detecting.

Mon, 13 May 2024 06:00:00 +0100
How to spot signs of cuckooing and criminal activity
What is cuckooing? Cuckooing is where criminals take over the homes of vulnerable people to use as a base for their activities.

Mon, 13 May 2024 09:28:31 +0100
Can someone use my driveway to turn their car around?
Is it okay for someone to use my driveway to turn their car around without permission in the UK?

Sun, 12 May 2024 17:10:52 +0100
DVSA analysis reveals top 10 most common driving test faults
These are the top 10 most common driving test mistakes that you should be aware of if you want to pass your test.

Sun, 12 May 2024 20:51:00 +0100
Knife crime: Surrender weapons during Herts week of action
Knives can be surrendered anonymously in Hertfordshire between May 13 and May 19 as part of a national knife crime campaign supported by police.

Sun, 12 May 2024 19:34:00 +0100
Bridgerton: Filming locations of hit Netflix series
As the third season of Bridgerton arrives on streaming site Netflix on May 16, here are some of the filming locations of the series.

Sun, 12 May 2024 12:00:00 +0100
West Herts hospitals meet A&E target for second month
West Hertfordshire hospitals met the A&E target for waiting times for the second month in a row.

Sun, 12 May 2024 06:01:00 +0100
Hertfordshire: Tougher stance on unauthorised absence from August
Parents in Hertfordshire will no longer be able to take their children out of school for a week-long holiday without risking a fine, when new national guidance comes in to force in August.

Sun, 12 May 2024 11:57:05 +0100
DVSA MOT warning as data reveals 5.2 million expired MOTs
Drivers have been warned not to forget their car’s MOT due date after it was revealed millions missed their MOT renewal date

Sun, 12 May 2024 11:51:14 +0100
Who won the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 last night?
Eurovision 2024 saw Switzerland singer Nemo win the competition with their song The Code

Sat, 11 May 2024 17:01:00 +0100
Hertfordshire County Council under investigation over EHCPs
Hertfordshire police has been asked to investigate whether officials at the county council are guilty of misconduct in public office.

Sat, 11 May 2024 07:41:01 +0100
Northern Lights in Watford and Bushey light up the sky
A stunning Watford Northern Lights show lit up the night sky with rare sightings across the country - including Bushey and Rickmansworth

Sat, 11 May 2024 08:29:01 +0100
Will the Northern Lights be visible again tonight in the UK?
The Northern Lights were visible to many across the UK on Friday night (May 10, 2024) but will they be visible again on Saturday, May 11?

Fri, 10 May 2024 09:26:46 +0100
BBQ fines UK: You could be fined £3,200 for having a BBQ
You could be fined up to £3,200 for breaking rules around BBQs this weekend

Thu, 09 May 2024 11:03:31 +0100
Hertfordshire: 7 schools nominated for national Tes awards
Seven Hertfordshire schools - in Hertford, Hatfield, Stevenage, Croxley Green and Bushey - have been nominated in the 2024 national Tes awards.

Thu, 09 May 2024 14:25:50 +0100
DWP Universal Credit, PIP, Pension Credit change warning
Those receiving DLA, ESA, Income support, Jobseeker’s Allowance, Pension credit, PIP, State pension, Universal credit & more will be affected by the DWP change

Wed, 08 May 2024 10:17:47 +0100
Disruption at Luton Airport after passport e-gate issue
Passport e-gates are back online at Luton Airport but disruption is still expected after terminals across the UK were struck by the issue last night.

Wed, 08 May 2024 19:39:00 +0100
Can my neighbour paint my fence? The important rules to know
Have a neighbour painting their side of your fence? Find out the rules and regulations and whether they are allowed to paint your fence.

Wed, 08 May 2024 10:05:54 +0100
DWP Universal Credit, PIP and State Pension review warning
The DWP issued a review warning to those on Universal Credit, State Pension, PIP, DLA, Housing Benefit and Pension Credit

Tue, 07 May 2024 12:30:12 +0100
Free school meals children to receive holiday food vouchers
Hertfordshire children who receive free school meals are set to receive holiday food vouchers

Tue, 07 May 2024 09:08:31 +0100
Why Japanese Knotweed is bad and how to get rid of it
Japanese Knotweed is an invasive plant that can cause havoc on our homes and gardens. Here's how to get rid of it.

Tue, 07 May 2024 09:03:13 +0100
Where is my local defibrillator? How to find nearest one to you
This is how you can find your nearest defibrillator in the UK when someone is in cardiac arrest - use this interactive map on Defib Finder.

Mon, 06 May 2024 18:28:29 +0100
15-year-old missing girl could have travelled to Watford
Police are urging residents in Watford to keep an eye out for a 15-year-old girl who has gone missing in Hertfordshire.

Mon, 06 May 2024 16:18:44 +0100
Borehamwood: Plans for 189 homes on Green Belt land
Plans have been submitted for 189 new homes to be created at Lyndhurst Farm, between Shenley and Borehamwood.

Mon, 06 May 2024 13:28:05 +0100
Can you be fined for parking on the pavement in England?
When it comes to knowing the law about parking your car on a pavement in England, this is what you need to know including if it's illegal

Mon, 06 May 2024 10:41:39 +0100
Hertfordshire: General election calls after poor Tory results
Calls for a general election have followed poor Conservative results in Hertfordshire's local elections.

Mon, 06 May 2024 10:16:05 +0100
Jonathan Ash-Edwards wants to increase police "visibility"
Jonathan Ash-Edwards has become Hertfordshire’s second-ever police and crime commissioner (PCC) and wants to boost police "visibility" and "responsiveness".

Mon, 06 May 2024 09:34:00 +0100
Essex & Herts Air Ambulance's Heli-bration event in Hatfield
Essex & Herts Air Ambulance is set to host a Heli-bration event on July 14 - a free fun-filled afternoon for the whole family at Hatfield House.

Mon, 06 May 2024 10:43:01 +0100
Bank of England not ready to cut interest rates, experts say
The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), which sets the level of UK interest rates, will announce its latest decision on Tuesday

Sun, 05 May 2024 18:06:15 +0100
How far can a speed camera catch you? This will shock you
How far can a speed camera catch you? Well, a new speed camera can clock you speeding from 1km away.

Sun, 05 May 2024 10:00:00 +0100
Hertfordshire County Show to feature falconry, food and more
The Hertfordshire County Show is returning to the Redbourn showground this month, with a packed schedule of activities and displays.

Sun, 05 May 2024 19:31:54 +0100
Martin Kemp 'thought he would die' after brain tumour scare
Celebrity Gogglebox and EastEnders star Martin Kemp has reflected on his brain tumour diagnosis on his latest podcast episode with son Roman Kemp.

Sat, 04 May 2024 16:00:00 +0100
Conservatives win Herts Police & Crime Commissioner election
Conservative candidate Jonathan Ash-Edwards has been elected as Hertfordshire's new Police and Crime Commissioner.

Sat, 04 May 2024 05:00:00 +0100
Bring colour and style to your business with Adobe Express
If you’ve ever thought that art only features in movies and galleries, and is reserved only for creative types, think again.

Sat, 04 May 2024 13:09:40 +0100
DWP PIP clarification - how much can you get after increase
DWP PIP could be worth up to £9,583.60 a year depending on your circumstances

Thu, 02 May 2024 11:28:18 +0100
What's on in Hertfordshire this May Bank Holiday 2024?
Looking for something to do or somewhere to go over the May Bank Holiday weekend? Here's 5 suggestions from us.

Thu, 02 May 2024 10:08:14 +0100
Hertfordshire weather: Will we get sun for May bank holiday?
Hertfordshire is set to be as hot as Paris and Istanbul this bank holiday weekend.

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