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Wed, 21 Apr 2021 17:07:05 +0100
Appeal after man punched in St Albans
Police are investigating after a man was punched in the face in St Albans.

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 12:13:03 +0100
Daisy Cooper welcomes George Floyd trial verdict
The MP for St Albans believes “justice has been served” in the George Floyd case but has urged against complacency, saying there is much work to be done to combat racial inequality.

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 14:33:56 +0100
London Bridge station evacuated after suspicious item report
London Bridge station has been evacuated following reports of a suspicious item on a train.

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 12:24:55 +0100
The Queen's issues statement during time of 'great sadness' on her birthday
It is the first birthday she has celebrated without her husband, Prince Philip, for more than 70 years.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 08:16:11 +0100
'Week of action' by police in Hertfordshire to combat knife crime
A police force has announced its officers will carry out a week of action to combat knife crime as part of a national initiative.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 14:49:01 +0100
Premier League vows to hold the 'big six' to 'account under its rules'
The statement comes Boris Johnson warned he is prepared to introduce new legislation to prevent the formation of a European Super League.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 10:11:43 +0100
150-year-old driving offence could still land you two years in prison
The law comes from 19th Century legislation but remains available to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) to this day.

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 15:14:30 +0100
Police investigate assault in Park Street Lane in How Wood
Police sealed off a junction and forensics were seen combing an area for clues after reports of an assault last night.

Sun, 18 Apr 2021 17:00:00 +0100
Hertfordshire County Council now does Covid contact tracing
Hertfordshire County Council has taken over responsibility for identifying contacts of people who have tested positive for coronavirus.

Sun, 18 Apr 2021 18:00:00 +0100
Was 1965 MGM horror film The Eye of The Devil cursed?
Hello playmates, we have held onto the wreckage for another week and it is time for another stroll down Memory Lane. Of course my first love will always be Elstree Studios but without doubt in second place is the old massive MGM Studios that once sto...

Sun, 18 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0100
Disabled woman says Duke of Edinburgh’s Award transformed her life
A woman with cerebral palsy has said the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award taught her she can "do what anyone else can do".

Sun, 18 Apr 2021 07:00:00 +0100
March sees rise in A&E demand at West Herts hospitals
More patients visited A&E at West Hertfordshire Hospitals last month, with demand rising above the levels seen in March last year.

Sat, 17 Apr 2021 18:00:00 +0100
Are you a psychopath, a sociopath or a white liar?
I have a friend who enjoys a ‘tall tale’. The deceit has at times become cumbersome, as despite being fully aware as to the extent of complete fabrication of their fantastical claims, they are a nice person so we daren't burst the bubble of fa...

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 11:25:20 +0100
Police investigating suspicious incident in Radlett
Police are investigating a suspicious incident where a man pulled over a woman in her car to falsely claim she had a flat tyre.

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 10:24:13 +0100
Primary school offer: Hertfordshire families find out school places
Over 97 per cent of children in Hertfordshire have been allocated a place at one of their preferred primary schools.

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 08:00:00 +0100
National Lottery introduce new age limit in the UK
The National Lottery is increasing the age limit of players in the UK from next week.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Ex Chelsea and Liverpool star Joe Cole turns out for Belstone FC
A former England and Premier League footballer turned out for a non-league cup game at the weekend.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 13:01:06 +0100
ITV weather presenter Ruth Dodsworth ex-husband jailed
A TV weather presenter was stalked by her controlling husband who placed a tracking device on her car to check if she was having an affair.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 11:42:12 +0100
Harper Lane set to reopen at end of April after redesign is completed
A solution to address "significant safety issues" at a new junction has been found.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 09:59:05 +0100
Sainsbury's issue urgent Hepatitis A warning to all customers
The item has been removed from the Sainsbury’s website and point of sale notices will be displayed in all stores across the UK.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 08:30:43 +0100
Tesco profits tumble over the past year
Tesco has revealed that its profits tumbled by around a fifth over the past year after coronavirus costs of almost £900 million offset surging sales.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 16:52:47 +0100
Netflix urged to apologise over 'malicious' Prince Philip scene in The Crown
The Duke has been portrayed by Matt Smith and more recently Tobias Menzies in the show’s four seasons so far.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Home from Home – Becoming a Host Family
Every year, thousands of school age overseas students are educated at independent schools across the UK. When their school closes for half term holidays and exeat weekends, they need a great host family who will provide a home away from home.

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 10:38:22 +0100
You could face £70 fine for parking outside of your home under new laws
The law change could be coming into place to maximise safety of journeys of disabled and visually impaired pedestrians.

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 13:25:52 +0100
£8.5million secured to restore Grade II listed St Albans building
The redevelopment of a Grade II listed building in the heart of St Albans has been helped after the developers secured millions of pounds worth of finance.

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 07:40:40 +0100
Partial closure order enforced at property in St Albans
A partial closure order has been successfully granted for a property in St Albans following complaints about anti-social behaviour and suspected drug use.

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 07:57:45 +0100
All over 50s in UK offered Covid jab
All adults in the UK aged over 50 have now been offered a first dose of a coronavirus vaccine, paving the way for the next phase of the rollout, the Government has said.

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Twice as many women treated in Herts hospitals for self harm
Women in Hertfordshire are twice as likely as men to be admitted urgently to hospital for self-harm injuries, figures reveal.

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 17:11:54 +0100
TfL: Passenger numbers up as businesses reopen doors
The number of passengers using Tube and bus services in London rose this morning as lockdown restrictions eased, initial data has revealed.

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 09:53:43 +0100
The rules you will need to follow if you are visiting the pub from today
If you are planning on braving the colder weather to visit your local beer garden from today, there will be a number of rules in place.

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100
April 12 lockdown easing: New Covid rules for England
Pints will be poured for pub gardens, restaurants will serve diners outside and long-overdue haircuts will be sought in a major easing of England’s coronavirus lockdown today.

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 15:00:00 +0100
Hertfordshire school exclusions over sexual misconduct
Schools in Hertfordshire excluded pupils for sexual misconduct on dozens of occasions in just one year, figures reveal.

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 13:00:00 +0100
St Albans Crown Court faces bulging backlog of cases
St Albans Crown Court is facing an increasing backlog of cases, figures show.

Sat, 10 Apr 2021 13:00:00 +0100
Five Hertfordshire gardens opening to public this month
Five of Hertfordshire's most beautiful gardens will once again open their gates to the public later this month.

Sat, 10 Apr 2021 11:05:00 +0100
St Albans dad to run London marathon for Kawasaki Disease
A St Albans runner, whose 'miracle' son underwent surgery on his heart, is taking part in the London Marathon virtually to raise money for charity.

Sat, 10 Apr 2021 11:00:00 +0100
How long should my dog be walked for?
Research has found that an increasing number of dogs in the UK are under-exercised which is affecting their mental health and wellbeing.

Sat, 10 Apr 2021 18:00:00 +0100
When are you too old to wear trainers?
It’s my birthday today. I am 48, or maybe 36 or even 88, I’m not so sure anymore.

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 13:27:41 +0100
When Prince Philip visited Hertfordshire and East London
The Duke of Edinburgh, who has died at the age of 99, visits to Hertfordshire and East London in the past including opening a new science buildings and gardens at a historic house.

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 12:41:27 +0100
Live updates and reaction after Prince Philip dies aged 99
The Duke of Edinburgh has passed away, the Royal Family has announced.

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 13:22:41 +0100
Prince Philip dies aged 99, what happens now?
Whenever a member of the Royal Family dies, there are strict plans in place for what happens next.

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 08:46:55 +0100
Fire at house in Thumpers, Hemel Hempstead
Emergency services are currently tackling a large fire that has affected a row of houses and caused a roof to collapse in Hemel Hempstead.

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 14:57:12 +0100
Prince Philip funeral: first details confirmed in line with his wishes
Following a number of health scares in recent years it is thought Prince Philip has had a lot of say in his funeral.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 15:52:30 +0100
Dad angered by glyphosate usage in St Albans
A St Albans dad has voiced fears over a cancer-causing herbicide being used by contractors outside council homes.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 13:36:07 +0100
Radlett 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 12:15:00 +0100
Covid: Symptoms that show you may have already had virus
Have you already had Covid? Here are the main symptoms.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 11:02:48 +0100
Hemel 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 +0100
If 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 +0100
The 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 +0100
Lack 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 +0100
Bowel 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.



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