Borehamwood Times
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 07:00:00 +0100Mercure hotel on A41 in Bushey set to close by next year
A "struggling" hotel is set to close later this year or in early 2022.
Wed, 07 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100Blood plasma donations for manufacture of medicines to begin after ban lifted
Donations of blood plasma in England for use in the manufacture of "lifesaving" medicines are to begin after the lifting of a ban lasting more than two decades.
Tue, 06 Apr 2021 18:20:10 +0100Borehamwood schoolgirl donating hair to Little Princess Trust
A schoolgirl is donating 12 inches of her hair which will be turned into a wig to support a child with cancer.
Tue, 06 Apr 2021 13:36:07 +0100Radlett man jailed for series of thefts from shops and cars
A shoplifter who caused "misery" to his community has been jailed for 16 months.
Tue, 06 Apr 2021 11:02:48 +0100Hemel Hempstead fraudster sentenced after false insurance claim
A fraudster who made false insurance claims to Hertfordshire County Council has been jailed.
Tue, 06 Apr 2021 09:53:36 +0100If you get this WhatsApp from your friends or family, don't reply - it's a scam
Fraudsters are posing as your friends, family and any other contacts you may have on WhatsApp.
Tue, 06 Apr 2021 09:37:24 +0100The dogs most vulnerable to theft in the UK - is your dog on the list?
Certain breeds and designer crossbreeds are much more highly sought-after than others.
Mon, 05 Apr 2021 19:00:00 +0100Lack of access to fast broadband speeds in Herts a 'real eye-opener'
The relatively low access to faster broadband across Hertfordshire has been highlighted at a meeting involving council leaders.
Mon, 05 Apr 2021 17:00:00 +0100Bowel cancer survival rate improves in south west Hertfordshire
The one-year survival rate for bowel cancer patients in the Herts Valleys region has improved, figures show.
Mon, 05 Apr 2021 14:00:00 +0100Art manufacturer Brookpace Lascelles to relocate to new HQ in Borehamwood
One of the UK's largest manufacturers of wall art and clocks will move into a new headquarters in Borehamwood later this year.
Mon, 05 Apr 2021 11:30:00 +0100Habs' Girls' student wins UK Arkwright engineering award
A sixth form student has been recognised after winning a highly-acclaimed scholarship for her engineering project.
Mon, 05 Apr 2021 10:17:51 +0100Free twice-weekly Covid tests to be offered to everyone in England
Everyone in England is to be offered free, twice-weekly coronavirus tests as ministers prepare for the next stage of easing lockdown restrictions.
Mon, 05 Apr 2021 16:00:00 +0100Netflix has revealed the new TV series and films coming in April
The streaming giant has released a whole host of new shows and movies coming this in April.
Sun, 04 Apr 2021 19:00:00 +0100Plans being drawn up for new Hertfordshire Developers Forum
Council leaders from across Hertfordshire are spear-heading a drive to establish a forum with developers.
Sun, 04 Apr 2021 15:30:00 +0100The dogs most vulnerable to theft in the UK - is your dog on the list?
Certain breeds and designer crossbreeds are much more highly sought-after than others.
Sun, 04 Apr 2021 15:00:00 +0100Hertsmere Council reveals dog fouling hotspots
Hertsmere Borough Council has warned dog fouling is on the rise locally and has revealed the biggest problem hotspots.
Sun, 04 Apr 2021 13:59:00 +0100£2.5m to speed up autism assessment in Hertfordshire
HEALTH commissioners have agreed to a £2.5m funding boost to cut the length of time that children with autism have to wait for a diagnosis in Hertfordshire.
Sun, 04 Apr 2021 09:37:21 +0100Hatfield House running event set to trial Covid passports
A mass participation run in Hertfordshire is set to serve as a pilot event for the government’s “Covid status certification” scheme.
Sun, 04 Apr 2021 13:00:00 +0100Why do we eat chocolate at Easter? - Easter egg tradition explained
Eating lots of chocolate has become the norm at this time of year - but have you ever wondered where exactly the tradition comes from?
Sat, 03 Apr 2021 20:00:00 +0100'Sharp-elbowed middle class" may jump hospital waiting lists
HOSPITAL consultant Dermot O’Riordan has raised concerns that the "sharp elbowed" and the "articulate middle class" may be prioritised for treatment as waiting lists grow.
Sat, 03 Apr 2021 16:15:00 +0100Best and worst motorway service stations in the UK
A survey by Which has ranked the best and worst motorway service stations across the UK.
Sat, 03 Apr 2021 14:00:00 +0100‘Phenomenal’ work of Hertfordshire NHS staff praised
THE ‘phenomenal’ work of staff during a ‘relentless year’ has been recognised by leading healthcare official Jane Halpin.
Sat, 03 Apr 2021 12:09:46 +0100Around 80 people in Hertfordshire hospitals were stabbing victims
Stab victims accounted for up to 80 admissions to Hertfordshire hospitals last year, figures suggest.
Sat, 03 Apr 2021 10:21:04 +0100Care homes will allow two visitors from April 12
New Covid guidelines will allow two regular indoor visitors at care homes from April 12.
Sat, 03 Apr 2021 11:00:00 +0100Stories from Elstree horror classic Night of the Demon
A couple of years ago I met an old friend, actress Peggy Cummins, and Diana Rigg at an event at Elstree Studios that I was co-hosting. It was the first time I had met Diana so that was a great pleasure. Luckily I had known Peggy for many years and sa...
Fri, 02 Apr 2021 18:00:00 +0100Amazon Prime has revealed the new TV series and films coming in April
Amazon Prime has released a whole host of new shows and movies coming in April.
Fri, 02 Apr 2021 15:30:00 +0100Six common mistakes we all make when enjoying a barbecue
Some will offer a wide array of marinated meats cooked to perfection while others will offer dry burgers and a poor selection of condiments.
Fri, 02 Apr 2021 14:30:00 +0100BBC, ITV and more - Your Easter TV guide for Bank Holiday weekend
Here are some of the best things to watch this Easter Weekend in 2021.
Fri, 02 Apr 2021 14:00:00 +0100Illegal cigarettes and tobacco seized during operation in Hertfordshire
A tobacco detection dog helped sniff out almost 79,000 illegal cigarettes and over a kilo of tobacco during a two-day operation.
Fri, 02 Apr 2021 13:00:00 +0100Number of people who may have contracted Covid in West Herts hospitals
More than 250 people are believed to have contracted Covid-19 in hospital at West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust, figures suggest.
Fri, 02 Apr 2021 12:00:00 +0100St Albans Beer and Cider Festival to be in pubs
Hertfordshire’s largest beer, cider and perry festival will not return to St Albans' Alban Arena this year but will instead take place in the city's pubs.
Thu, 01 Apr 2021 16:40:00 +0100Plans for UK's largest film studios unveiled for Borehamwood
The UK’s largest ever film studios could be built on the outskirts of Borehamwood, it has emerged.
Thu, 01 Apr 2021 15:16:23 +0100Haberdashers' Aske's schools could be renamed due to slavery links
Two private schools named after a merchant are considering dropping his name due to his "links to the slave trade".
Thu, 01 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100Globetrotting Army officer honoured for life-saving work in Africa
An Army medical officer whose missions have taken him around the world says a routine posting in Africa has been "quite simply the biggest challenge of his life".
Thu, 01 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100Bank Holiday weekend: Herts police patrols being stepped up
Police patrols are being stepped up across Hertfordshire this bank holiday weekend to ensure people are following coronavirus rules.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 12:30:00 +0100Woodcock Hill de-registration to be decided by public inquiry
An application to de-register land in Borehamwood as a village green will go to a public inquiry.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 17:46:44 +0100Police raids carried out in Borehamwood after investigation
Three cannabis farms have been found during police raids which were carried out following an investigation into human trafficking and modern slavery.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 10:38:48 +0100Herts County Council leader David Williams blasts meetings call
HERTFORDSHIRE County Council leader Cllr David Williams says a government decision NOT to allow virtual attendance at council meetings after May 7 is “illogical”.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 12:59:02 +0100Aldi join Sainsbury's in announcing a new ban for all UK stores
Aldi is on track to have all product packaging reusable, recyclable or compostable by the end of 2025.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 13:04:51 +0100Oxford vaccine halted for people under 60 in Germany - this is why
A number of other countries have paused their use of the vaccine in younger people until more evidence can be gathered.
Tue, 30 Mar 2021 16:03:50 +0100Polling stations in Hertsmere relocated ahead of May elections
A number of polling stations have been relocated ahead of local elections in May.
Tue, 30 Mar 2021 11:31:00 +0100Drivers over the age of 70 could be banned from driving at night
Proposals being discussed by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) would also mean older drivers would have to stay in their local area.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 15:30:00 +0100Round-up of people jailed in March for crimes in Hertfordshire
March again saw criminals jailed for an array of offences in Hertfordshire, as the justice systems continues its work despite lockdown.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0100New Covid-19 lockdown rules as restrictions eased
Lockdown restrictions in England have been eased as of today.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 14:08:24 +0100Boris Johnson's road map 'at risk' as Brits urged not to 'overdo it
The warning comes as the government’s lockdown exit strategy gathers pace.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0100Sadiq Khan pledges 4G roll out across Tube network
Sadiq Khan has pledged to roll out 4G mobile phone coverage across all Tube stations and tunnels if re-elected on May 6.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 08:09:14 +0100Vaccine passports 'last straw’ for pubs - Wetherspoon boss
Wetherspoon boss Tim Martin has said vaccine passports would be “the last straw” for struggling pubs and force bar staff into a “bitter civil liberties war” with customers.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0100Covid lockdown eases today in next step of Johnson's roadmap
Friends and families will be reunited and team sports will resume in a major easing of England’s lockdown to allow far greater freedom outdoors.
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0100Number of patients waiting a year for treatment in west Herts soars
More than 3,000 patients have been waiting for a year or longer for treatment at Hertfordshire hospitals.
Sun, 28 Mar 2021 14:51:24 +0100South East England set for record March temperatures
The UK could see record-high March temperatures as restrictions on outdoor gatherings are eased in England.