St Albans Review
Sun, 24 Jan 2021 17:00:00 +0000Millions passed through airports during pandemic
Millions of international passengers have passed through Luton and Heathrow airports during the pandemic, figures suggest.
Sun, 24 Jan 2021 18:00:00 +0000Smoking, hats, cheap drinks and free parking - old films offer a glimpse into a different world
One of the few good things about self-isolating in these winter months is that I have started to watch some of films in my DVD library that runs into several hundred.
Sat, 23 Jan 2021 17:15:01 +0000Met Office issues snow and ice warning around Watford and London
More snow could be on the way in South West Hertfordshire and London as the Met Office issued a weather warning.
Sat, 23 Jan 2021 10:00:00 +0000Five mistakes you may be making with your car during lockdown
With England back under the instruction of essential trips only during the third national lockdown, cars across the country are gathering dust on driveways and in garages.
Sat, 23 Jan 2021 20:00:00 +0000Questioning Covid narrative doesn't make me a denier
Frustration is a feeling that we have reluctantly embraced in these Covid times. It still feels awkward writing those two words concurrently, but the fact is we now define time globally alongside BC and AD.
Sat, 23 Jan 2021 07:00:00 +0000When will we be able to go on holiday again?
I’ve spoken with a few neighbours and understandably many of us are suffering from the January blues right now.
Fri, 22 Jan 2021 12:00:00 +0000St Albans mayor to host online Holocaust Memorial Day event
The Mayor of St Albans will host an online service to commemorate the Holocaust Memorial Day.
Fri, 22 Jan 2021 11:36:24 +0000When snow is forecast for Watford and surrounding areas
South West Hertfordshire is set for another round of snow this weekend with temperatures forecast to drop across the UK.
Fri, 22 Jan 2021 07:21:29 +0000Police close A405 in Bricket Wood after ice causes crashes
Roads are icy this morning.
Thu, 21 Jan 2021 16:59:08 +0000Electric vehicle fast charging ports installed at Westminster Lodge
Fast charging points for electric vehicles have been installed at a car park to help motorists switch from fossil fuels.
Thu, 21 Jan 2021 12:05:00 +0000Warning as Covid rates remain high in Herts despite seeing drop
A council is urging people not to get complacent as coronavirus case rates continue to drop.
Thu, 21 Jan 2021 08:00:00 +0000Attacks on police in Hertfordshire during Covid-19 pandemic
Police in Hertfordshire have been coughed on, spat at or bitten in more than 100 attacks during the Covid-19 pandemic, figures show.
Thu, 21 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000Hertfordshire County Council could sell off parts of County Hall
Parts of Hertfordshire County Council’s headquarters site could be sold off, leased or redeveloped as part of a review of working practices, it has emerged.
Wed, 20 Jan 2021 18:00:00 +0000Public to speak on future of Mount Vernon Cancer Centre
Bosses at a cancer centre are asking the public for their opinion in a review that could result in its relocation.
Wed, 20 Jan 2021 12:53:30 +0000When will lockdown end in England?
Priti Patel said the UK has a “long way to go” before coronavirus restrictions can be eased.
Wed, 20 Jan 2021 12:16:01 +0000Green waste charge may not be put on all St Albans district residents
A proposed charge by St Albans District Council for the collection of green waste may not apply to all residents.
Wed, 20 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000Over 50 Hertfordshire care home Covid deaths in a week
Almost half of all care homes in Hertfordshire are dealing with new outbreaks of Covid-19 – with 55 deaths recorded in the past week.
Tue, 19 Jan 2021 08:00:00 +0000Hertfordshire's Beacon Fraud Hub recovered £1.1m so far
A specialist investigation squad have recovered more than a million pounds for victims of fraud.
Tue, 19 Jan 2021 18:30:00 +0000Here's how your children can access free books online while homeschooling
Gavin Williamson said: “While schools are closed for the majority of pupils, the learning and development of children must continue."
Mon, 18 Jan 2021 19:58:48 +0000Pressures facing Watford General Hospital highlighted
Staff have spoken about the pressures Watford General Hospital is facing – as it was revealed that some patients have had to be transferred to other hospitals.
Mon, 18 Jan 2021 09:51:07 +0000Covid vaccine rollout extended to over 70s this week
The expanded rollout arrives as a ban on quarantine-free travel into the UK came into force at 4am in a bid to keep out new coronavirus strains.
Sun, 17 Jan 2021 16:46:11 +000050 more Covid deaths reported at West Hertfordshire hospitals
The number of confirmed coronavirus-related deaths at a hospital trust is nearing 600, latest figures from NHS England show.
Sat, 16 Jan 2021 20:00:00 +0000Don't clap for us: we are professionals, not heroes
If someone had mentioned a ‘Covid initiative’ this time last year, no doubt you would have treated their utterances by trotting on quick speed and bemoaning the collective lunacy that seemed to have pervaded certain quarters.
Sat, 16 Jan 2021 07:00:00 +0000Does giving up on consumerism include Kurt Geiger clutchbags?
This lockdown doesn’t feel anything like the last two. There are no long springtime walks amidst brightly coloured tulips. The neighbourhood streets are frosty and deserted. There are no wide-open back doors, no pottering about in our gardens, no s...
Fri, 15 Jan 2021 12:09:20 +0000Dog found dead on A414
Police are trying to find the owner of a dog which was found dead on a busy road.
Fri, 15 Jan 2021 11:36:19 +0000Snow warning tomorrow for Essex, London and Hertfordshire
A yellow weather warning has been issued with snow expected over London, Essex and Hertfordshire.
Fri, 15 Jan 2021 10:11:53 +0000Covid-19 R rate drops below 1 in South East England and London
The number of Covid-19 infections across England is falling as a whole – with the R-rate dropping below one in the south east.
Fri, 15 Jan 2021 12:42:46 +0000Martin Lewis issues warning to Tesco Clubcard holders
The Tesco Clubcard is a loyalty card scheme allows shoppers can collect points when they shop.
Fri, 15 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000Rail Passengers urged to check journey times with timetables cut
Some timetables have already been amended, while others will be changed over the coming weeks.
Fri, 15 Jan 2021 14:10:20 +0000Schools told not to offer free meals over half term break
Schools in England have provided school meals over the holidays throughout the pandemic.
Thu, 14 Jan 2021 20:00:00 +0000Aldi launch new 75% bargain hour for UK shoppers
The supermarket chain hope the move will help stores cut waste as part of their target of halving food waste by 2030.
Thu, 14 Jan 2021 19:43:47 +0000Teen jailed after pursuit across London and three counties
A teenager in court over a police chase in which he reached speeds of 180mph on his motorbike leapt out of the dock and ran out as he was handed a prison sentence.
Thu, 14 Jan 2021 19:30:00 +0000UK arrivals from all of South America and Portugal banned
The move comes amid the emergence of a new strain of coronavirus in Brazil, with concerns about whether it could be more dangerous.
Thu, 14 Jan 2021 12:25:14 +0000Covid jabs in east of England lowest in whole of England
The East of England has administered the lowest amount of Covid vaccinations out of any region in England, latest available figures have shown.
Thu, 14 Jan 2021 14:36:01 +0000First look inside new Aldi store in St Albans
Aldi welcomed its first customers into its new store in St Albans this morning.
Thu, 14 Jan 2021 15:58:25 +0000Coronavirus: Police shut down huge house party in South Mimms
Police have issued several fines after more than a hundred people were found partying inside an address last night.
Thu, 14 Jan 2021 13:00:00 +0000Virgin Media provide free mobile data and TV channels
Virgin Media has introduced a range of new measures to help keep customers connected and entertained amid a third national lockdown.
Thu, 14 Jan 2021 17:58:46 +0000Grab 10 bets for just £1* on massive £317 million* Powerball Super Jackpot
Move over EuroMillions, there’s a BIGGER jackpot hitting the headlines this week!
Wed, 13 Jan 2021 16:46:08 +0000DVLA issues warning over scam targeting drivers
The body responsible for car tax and vehicle licensing has warned drivers to be on the lookout for new phishing scams this new year.
Wed, 13 Jan 2021 15:34:28 +0000Boris Johnson promises 24/7 Covid-19 vaccinations
The Prime Minister said “at the moment the limit is on supply” of the vaccine.
Tue, 12 Jan 2021 14:55:00 +0000Tears of joy as Stevenage Covid vaccination centre opens
Hertfordshire's mass vaccination centre was filled with emotion as hundreds of patients received their Covid-19 jab, hopeful that it will bring them a step closer to seeing friends and family safely again.
Tue, 12 Jan 2021 13:37:03 +0000'Sonic boom' heard across London and Hertfordshire
A huge “sonic boom” has startled people across north London and Hertfordshire.
Tue, 12 Jan 2021 10:37:54 +0000Royal Mail lists areas hit by Covid postal delays in UK
Royal Mail has published a list of areas where there have been delivery delays.
Tue, 12 Jan 2021 07:48:04 +0000Hertfordshire leader asks if local elections will continue in 2021
County council leader David Williams has called on the government for a “swift decision” on whether local elections will be allowed to go ahead in May.
Tue, 12 Jan 2021 15:25:00 +0000Latest Covid supermarket rules - what you need to know
Morrisons, Sainsbury's, ASDA, Tesco, Aldi, Lidl, Waitrose and M&S - supermarket chains are having to enforce rules to keep customers and staff safe.
Mon, 11 Jan 2021 14:10:00 +0000Inside the mass Covid vaccination centre in Stevenage, Hertfordshire
A leading figure behind Hertfordshire's new mass vaccination centre has hailed an "amazing response" as the first vaccines were administered.
Mon, 11 Jan 2021 12:20:00 +0000Latest number of Covid cases in south Hertfordshire
Watford, Borehamwood, and South Oxhey recorded some of the highest numbers of coronavirus cases over the New Year period, latest figures show.
Mon, 11 Jan 2021 10:19:50 +0000Matt Hancock could introduce 'even stricter lockdown rules'
The prospect of even tougher restrictions in London have been raised amid fears in the Government that the latest lockdown is not being strictly enough observed to stop the new Covid-19 variant from spreading.
Mon, 11 Jan 2021 19:00:00 +0000Car insurance: how does your area compare?
The analysis found that gender and age continue to have a significant effect on car insurance costs.
Mon, 11 Jan 2021 15:05:46 +0000The UK's new Covid Vaccines Delivery Plan in full
Health Secretary Matt Hancock is expected to explain the UK's new vaccination plan during a Downing Street press conference today.