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Mon, 22 Mar 2021 11:26:06 +0000
Man jailed St Albans Co-op wine theft
A man has been jailed after he was caught stealing six bottles of wine from a supermarket in St Albans.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 16:12:22 +0000
Boris Johnson 'under no illusions' third Covid wave heading to UK
Boris Johnson said people should be "under no illusions" a third coronavirus wave is heading to the UK.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 12:56:14 +0000
All adults could be asked to test themselves twice a week for Covid
More regular testing is regarded as a key to avoiding further national lockdowns.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 09:43:35 +0000
If you have these side effects from AstraZeneca Covid jab 'seek medical attention'
As a precautionary measure, the MHRA is advising those experiencing specific side effects following the vaccine to seek medical attention.

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 17:00:32 +0000
St Albans Charter Market to go through major changes
Major changes to improve the operation of a historic Hertfordshire market in St Albans have been proposed.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 18:30:00 +0000
Netflix reveals a quick new way to search for films
Netflix have released a new way to search for movies quickly.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 17:30:00 +0000
Aldi and Lidl middle aisles: What's available from Sunday, March 21?
Aldi and Lidl have revealed the latest items hitting the shelves in the middle aisles of their stores from Sunday, March 21 2021.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 16:30:00 +0000
Here's why you can’t choose which Covid vaccine you get
Here are the reasons why you are unable to choose which coronavirus vaccine you are given.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 15:59:18 +0000
Woman jailed after spitting at Hertfordshire police officer
A woman who spat in the face of a police officer has been jailed.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 14:54:16 +0000
Eighteen more social-rent homes created in St Albans
Eighteen more homes for social rent have been created after another ageing sheltered housing block in St Albans was refurbished.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 09:00:00 +0000
De Havilland Mosquito's widespread links with London and South East
A charity aiming to build the first airworthy De Havilland Mosquito in the UK for more than 70 years wants to hear from people that have connections to the marque or might have stories to recall from family members of their involvement in building...

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 18:00:00 +0000
The Wall beats The Wheel in lockdown TV gameshow war
It has been a difficult time for the creative industry. Many jobbing actors and TV ‘personalities’ have struggled to find work. C listers were no doubt rubbing their hands with glee once a firm offer for an appearance on I’m a Celebrity came th...

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 16:30:00 +0000
Plans to be submitted soon to redevelop Watford General Hospital
West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust is gearing up to submit a planning application for new facilities at Watford General Hospital.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 13:02:26 +0000
Kings Langley singer Griff wins rising star Brit Award
Singer Griff has been named as the winner of this year’s rising star Brit Award.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 11:53:04 +0000
Hertfordshire police officer Michael Grigg sacked
A police officer who engaged in sexual activity with a child has been sacked.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 12:07:50 +0000
Sports fans could return to stadiums with covid certificates
Covid certificates could be introduced to allow sports fans and theatre goers to return to large events and stadiums, according to the Culture Secretary.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 10:36:06 +0000
Households could face £1000 fine for failing to do Census
The Money Saving Expert warns every household in England and Wales that they face a £1000

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 07:30:00 +0000
Coronavirus: Thousands of adults vaccinated in Hertfordshire
More than 360,000 adults in Hertfordshire have received at least one dose of the Covid-19 vaccine, data shows.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Plans drawn for new £5.3m youth facility in St Albans
PLANS are being drawn-up for a £5.3million new youth facility in St Albans – enabling the surrounding areas of the site to be developed for housing.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 10:00:00 +0000
Virtual Hertfordshire council meetings could continue in the future
Hertfordshire County Council is seeking a judgement in the High Court that could allow virtual council meetings to continue after the local elections on May 6.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 11:45:42 +0000
Tesco, ASDA and M&S issue urgent safety message to all shoppers
Three of the country’s biggest supermarkets have issued an urgent safety message to their shoppers.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 08:30:00 +0000
Uber drivers in UK to get a guaranteed minimum wage
Uber drivers in the UK are to get a guaranteed minimum wage, holiday pay and pensions.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Stalking offences set to hit record high in Hertfordshire
Stalking offences are set to hit a record high this year in Hertfordshire, figures suggest.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 17:45:43 +0000
Car struck by runaway tyre on M25 near London Colney
A driver had a lucky escape after their vehicle was crushed by a runaway tyre on the M25 this afternoon.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 15:00:00 +0000
Crime figures reveal the risks women face in Hertfordshire
The death of Sarah Everard has triggered a public outcry about the safety of women and how offences against them are dealt with.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 12:23:36 +0000
'Stay Local' rules for Hertfordshire at Easter
THE Government's 'Stay Home' message is to be dropped as more restrictions are set to be eased at the end of the month - but what will change?

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 09:13:39 +0000
Undercover police in nightclubs part of plans to better protect women
“We must drive out violence against women and girls and make every part of the criminal justice system work to better protect and defend them.”

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 08:26:58 +0000
Sarah Everard: PM 'concerned' by vigil footage
Boris Johnson will discuss ways to protect women and girls from violence with the head of the Metropolitan Police amid a storm of criticism over the force’s handling of a vigil in memory of Sarah Everard.

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 07:00:00 +0000
When will stay at home order end? When will shops reopen?
This week coronavirus restrictions began being eased across England.

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 18:00:00 +0000
Stars of classic airline drama Zero Hour led colourful lives
Each night I retire to the west wing of my house and before going to sleep watch one of my huge collection of DVDs. I am a great fan of old movies and have just watched a 1950s thriller called Zero Hour about a disaster hitting an airliner. Dana Andr...

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 07:00:00 +0000
Facebook and others must stop bullying on social media
As I contemplated this week’s topic, all seemed good with the world. It was a Friday and the early spring sun was shining through the apple tree despite a frosty nip in the air. It was the last day of educating from home, and I had a light teaching...

Sat, 13 Mar 2021 18:00:00 +0000
St Albans to host Tom Kerridge's Pub in the Park
Tom Kerridge's Pub in the Park is set to return to Hertfordshire this year with headline acts including Basement Jaxx and All Saints.

Sat, 13 Mar 2021 07:00:00 +0000
New food and exercise habits can shed the lockdown pounds
A whole year has gone by and most of us may very well be a few pounds heavier.

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 14:10:15 +0000
Hertfordshire County Council secures £23.5m to combat climate change
Schools will be renovated with modern boiler systems and over a hundred county council buildings will have solar panels installed as Hertfordshire County Council secures £23.5m to combat climate change.

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 11:56:02 +0000
Police target speeding in St Albans' Redbourn Road
Police were targeting speeding drivers in St Albans along a road that some have been using as a "race track".

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 07:00:00 +0000
Andrew Slade named new principal of Oaklands College
A new principal has been appointed at Oaklands College.

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Waterdale recycling centre to be open seven days a week
One of Hertfordshire's busiest recycling centres will be open seven days a week due to increased demand.

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 17:30:00 +0000
Election counts in May could be delayed as a 'precaution'
Election results in Hertfordshire could be delayed this year – with plans being drawn-up to quarantine marked ballot papers for 24 hours.

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 11:07:37 +0000
St Albans teen misses out on £182m EuroMillions jackpot
An unlucky couple from Hertfordshire agonisingly missed out the £182m EuroMillions jackpot when their numbers came up but their ticket payment failed.

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 09:57:07 +0000
Officers in undercover checks on supermarket Covid measures
Officials have been making a series of unannounced visits to supermarkets in Hertfordshire – to check they are complying with measures designed to limit the spread of Covid-19.

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 16:38:07 +0000
Boy, 13, from Hertfordshire took his own life in foster care
A coroner has “real reservations” about care given to a traumatised 13-year-old, originally from Hertfordshire, who took his own life last year.

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 19:15:50 +0000
Clock tower works in St Albans underway after grant from Historic England
Crucial works on the auto-wind mechanism of St Albans’ medieval clock tower are underway following a grant from Historic England.

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Crucial checks missed by mentally ill in Herts Valleys
Most people with severe mental illnesses in Watford, Hertsmere and Dacorum missed crucial health checks last year - despite being at risk of premature death.

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 12:30:00 +0000
A405 junction in Bricket Wood partially closed
A busy junction has been partially closed after a traffic light was damaged in a crash.

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 10:36:12 +0000
Road safety vans in Hertfordshire will tackle speeding drivers
Two new road safety camera vans are to be deployed in areas within Hertfordshire with speeding concerns.

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 14:53:30 +0000
Police called after trailer crash on A414 at Park Street roundabout
A trailer overturned on a busy dual carriageway near a major roundabout yesterday.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 15:25:13 +0000
Covid: Boris Johnson leads Downing Street press conference
Prime Minister Boris Johnson will be giving the latest on the pandemic on the day when schools reopened to all pupils after a two-month lockdown.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 10:54:40 +0000
Weather warning: strong winds coming to Hertfordshire
Weather experts have warned strong winds may bring disruption to Hertfordshire this week.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 08:43:41 +0000
NHS begins Covid-19 vaccines for 56 – 59 year olds
People aged between 56 and 59 are being invited to book Covid-19 vaccinations this week, NHS England said.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 13:06:00 +0000
4 things Boris Johnson might say at today's coronavirus press conference
The press conference will start at 4pm, an hour earlier than the usual time 5pm due to internal diary considerations in No10.



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