Borehamwood Times
Mon, 12 Jul 2021 09:00:00 +0100Creative Cheshire gardener recognised for innovation in nationwide B&Q awards
A gardener from Middlewich in Cheshire has been recognised nationally for her green-fingered efforts during lockdown and has won a prestigious competition.
Sun, 11 Jul 2021 14:55:09 +0100Crash closes A1 between M25 and Borehamwood
A serious crash has shut the A1 in Borehamwood this afternoon.
Sun, 11 Jul 2021 06:00:00 +0100Every England goal against Italy could cost fans 'nearly £12,000,000'
Alcohol consumption is likely to be high with Boris Johnson urged to grant an emergency Bank Holiday Monday in the event of an England win.
Sat, 10 Jul 2021 16:59:02 +0100Aldi announce ‘supermarket first’ coming to stores next week
The company claim the new supermarket product is a first of its kind in the UK.
Sun, 11 Jul 2021 14:42:53 +0100Ipswich's Brickmakers Wood garden lands national B&Q award
A garden in Ipswich and the local community have been recognised nationally for their green-fingered efforts during lockdown and have won a prestigious competition.
Sat, 10 Jul 2021 14:07:01 +0100'Be kind when Covid rules end' -Hertfordshire health boss
Hertfordshire’s top public health boss is urging people to be “kind to each other” when coronavirus rules are scrapped amid an increase of cases.
Fri, 09 Jul 2021 16:30:00 +0100Radlett man told to pay £118,000 after losing High Court case
A homeowner who challenged planning regulations after his self-build project became unauthorised has been ordered to pay nearly £120,000 in a community infrastructure tax by a High Court judge.
Fri, 09 Jul 2021 10:47:19 +0100Wayne Couzens pleads guilty to Sarah Everard murder
A Metropolitan Police officer has pleaded guilty to murdering Sarah Everard in a case that has caused widespread shock and outrage.
Fri, 09 Jul 2021 12:23:33 +0100Woman assaulted with watering can at Allum Lane Cemetery
Police are investigating an assault at a cemetery earlier this month.
Fri, 09 Jul 2021 17:30:15 +0100EastEnders BBC set in Borehamwood broken into
The EastEnders set in Borehamwood was broken into by two intruders who later filmed themselves re-enacting a famous scene from the soap.
Fri, 09 Jul 2021 16:09:34 +0100TfL scraps plans to punish Covid absences after July 19
Tube bosses have backed down from controversial plans to discipline staff who are absent due to Covid-19 after lockdown eases on July 19.
Sun, 11 Jul 2021 14:33:14 +0100Gardening-loving Cambridge resident Thorne claims prestigious national prize
A gardener from Cambridge has been recognised nationally for his green-fingered efforts during lockdown and has won a prestigious competition.
Fri, 09 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0100West Herts hospital bosses set to develop more 'virtual hospitals'
Health chiefs in west Herts are looking to build on the success of their ‘Covid virtual hospital’, by offering a similar service for patients with heart failure and pulmonary disease.
Fri, 09 Jul 2021 11:23:30 +0100Euro 2020: Schools and workplaces can open late after England V Italy final
It comes as the Prime Minister faces increasing pressure to declare an emergency bank holiday of the Three Lions can pull off a historic victory.
Fri, 09 Jul 2021 07:33:00 +0100Euro 2020: Boris Johnson shares update on Wembley capacity for England V Italy
The nation will be at a standstill as the Three Lions attempt to finally add to the World Cup triumph of 1966.
Thu, 08 Jul 2021 15:35:00 +0100Bike hire scheme could be introduced in Borehamwood
Council officers have been the green light to further explore a proposal to introduce a bike hire scheme in Borehamwood.
Thu, 08 Jul 2021 06:00:00 +0100Hiker 'sinks to his waist in mud' at Aldenham Reservoir
An experienced hiker has called for safety measures after he sunk to his waist in what he likened to "quicksand" during a visit to a reservoir.
Thu, 08 Jul 2021 07:30:00 +0100This is why you may still have to self-isolate before August 16
The so-called “freedom day” is expected on July 19, with a decision on whether or not to go ahead being taken a week earlier.
Thu, 08 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0100Sainsbury's announces controversial rule change from July 19
Sajid Javid said it was a “responsible thing for anyone to do” as he confirmed he would continue to wear a face mask in certain situations in public.
Wed, 07 Jul 2021 17:54:52 +0100Hundreds of Herts children taken into care spread around UK
Hundreds of children who have been taken into care in Hertfordshire are scattered across the UK, it has emerged.
Wed, 07 Jul 2021 16:19:00 +0100Beers to fly during Euro 2020 England Denmark game
England fans will lob £1.2 million worth of beer during England's Euro 2020 semi-final tonight, experts have predicted.
Wed, 07 Jul 2021 09:47:34 +0100Hertfordshire County Council's £65k plan to discourage food waste
Council officials are hoping to persuade residents in Hertfordshire to throw away less food.
Wed, 07 Jul 2021 10:47:40 +0100Wetherspoon pubs issue price increase warning to customers
The pub chain has criticised the government for rules that will bolster supermarkets rather than the hospitality sector.
Tue, 06 Jul 2021 17:30:00 +0100Policing priorities set for Hertsmere for next 3 months
The policing priorities for the next three months across Hertsmere have been set.
Tue, 06 Jul 2021 15:00:00 +0100WD6 Food Support group open to residents in Borehamwood
Volunteers are providing food and other goods in the heart of one of the most deprived communities in the country.
Tue, 06 Jul 2021 13:51:21 +0100Covid: Pub closing temporarily after staff advised to self-isolate
A pub is temporarily shutting its doors due to several of its staff members being advised to self-isolate.
Tue, 06 Jul 2021 16:35:29 +0100Professor Chris Whitty issues worrying update over a winter lockdown
Despite the positive news concerning the end of lockdown, Mr Johnson was eager to stress that the coronavirus pandemic is “far from over”.
Tue, 06 Jul 2021 16:34:35 +0100Sainsbury’s shares major announcement with all Aldi shoppers
Sainsbury’s bid to offer better value for customers, following the launch of its Sainsbury’s Quality, Aldi Price Match commitment.
Mon, 05 Jul 2021 16:45:46 +0100Live updates as Boris Johnson addresses the nation on July 19
Boris Johnson will lead a Downing Street press conference tonight
Mon, 05 Jul 2021 14:12:13 +0100What Boris Johnson could announce at today's 'Freedom Day' press conference
The Prime Minister will address the nation two weeks ahead of 'Freedom Day'.
Mon, 05 Jul 2021 13:45:00 +0100Borehamwood gardens suffering from sewage flooding
A garden in Borehamwood has been filled with sewage and floodwater on-and-off for nearly ten years.
Mon, 05 Jul 2021 12:40:00 +0100Hertsmere thanks NHS and council employees for work over Covid
Staff from Hertsmere Borough Council are among those to be recognised for their contribution to maintaining essential services during the pandemic.
Mon, 05 Jul 2021 06:00:00 +0100£9.6m to support most affected by Covid pandemic in Hertfordshire
Hertfordshire County Council is investing £9.6m to help residents, businesses and communities recover from the impact of the pandemic.
Mon, 05 Jul 2021 16:02:51 +0100Aldi announce the Specialbuys arriving in-store after long delays
The supermarket chain has released an updated list of Specialbuys that are set to arrive in stores in July and August.
Mon, 05 Jul 2021 15:46:07 +0100Watchdog to look for ‘disproportionality’ in Herts policing
Hertfordshire’s police watchdog is to set up a taskforce to look at ‘disproportionality’ in actions taken by the police force.
Mon, 05 Jul 2021 14:17:01 +0100UK green list: France and Italy among 20 countries set to be added in July
Following the last review on June 24 the next look into the UK's travel list is expected in the week commencing July 12.
Sun, 04 Jul 2021 13:40:52 +0100Man stabbed three times at Potters Bar Football Club
A man is seriously injured in hospital after he was stabbed three times during a fight.
Sun, 04 Jul 2021 13:15:00 +0100London 324 bus to be extended to Centennial Park in Elstree
A London bus route is to be extended to allow it to serve a hospital and a business park.
Sat, 03 Jul 2021 09:00:00 +0100Confidence in Herts police use of ‘stop and search’ falls
CONCERNS have been raised about the number of instances where ‘stop and search’ may NOT have been justified in Hertfordshire last year, while data shows an increase in its use across the county.
Sat, 03 Jul 2021 06:00:00 +0100Police dogs can sniff out phones, laptops and USB sticks
SNIFFER dogs have long been used to find drugs or explosives, but the latest canine recruits to Hertfordshire's police force are trained to sniff out mobile phones and laptops.
Fri, 02 Jul 2021 16:21:48 +0100Urgent warning to parents as teens fake Covid tests thanks to TikTok trend
Videos are uploaded under the search term #fakecovidtest where teenagers can find them with more than 6.5 million views.
Fri, 02 Jul 2021 18:18:25 +0100Hertfordshire: Police set to continue ‘proactive operations’ against illegal use of e-scooters
Hertfordshire police are advising that e-scooters can only be used on private land and that they will continue to crackdown on illegal use.
Fri, 02 Jul 2021 18:29:55 +0100easyJet partners Boots to offer Covid-19 travel tests for holidaymakers
The new partnership will enable customers to find information and book or order the necessary COVID-19 travel testing services.
Fri, 02 Jul 2021 13:44:39 +0100Hertfordshire Mark Masons donate car to blood bike service
A car that delivers blood transfusions, breast milk for newborn babies and Covid test results around the clock is already making emergency deliveries after a charitable donation.
Thu, 01 Jul 2021 18:00:00 +0100Habs' chool pupil takes top prize in STEM competition
A student from Haberdashers' Aske's Boys' School in Elstree has been honoured in a science competition.
Thu, 01 Jul 2021 11:00:00 +0100Bench installed in Borehamwood in dedication of all key workers
A commemorative bench has been installed in Borehamwood dedicated to all of the key workers in the area.
Thu, 01 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0100Workspace and cafe planned for Home Farm on Aldenham Estate
The owners of a country estate want to convert some of their farm buildings into flexible workspace that aims to meet the needs of individuals and small businesses in a post-Covid working world.
Wed, 30 Jun 2021 15:47:25 +0100Check how busy the Tube is with new TfL Go app update
The TfL Go travel app has been updated to provide real-time information on how busy Tube stations are, TfL has today confirmed.
Wed, 30 Jun 2021 13:53:48 +0100Chief executive to step down from Hertfordshire NHS Trust
The chief executive of an NHS trust which cares for more than 40,000 people with mental and physical ill health and learning disabilities is to step down after more than 12 years in the role.
Wed, 30 Jun 2021 12:40:00 +0100Walk-in Covid vaccine clinic in Borehamwood this Sunday
A Covid vaccination walk-in clinic will be set up in Borehamwood this weekend with no appointment necessary.