St Albans Review
Sun, 18 Jul 2021 18:00:00 +0100Actor Peter Lawford spoke to Marilyn Monroe on night she died
I must start by saying I was sad to read that the Hollywood actor and star of Top Gun and Batman Val Kilmer has lost his natural voice due to a throat operation for cancer. Val made Willow at Elstree Studios and apparently could be a 'difficult' acto...
Sat, 17 Jul 2021 17:34:33 +0100Police called to fight in city centre after Euro 2020 final
Police are appealing for witnesses and information following a violent fight in St Albans city centre shortly after the Euro 2020 final.
Sat, 17 Jul 2021 18:00:00 +0100Suicide statistics show a painful truth
Some statistics are reliable, and that includes suicide. Much of the crisis is due to coronavirus, modern stresses, financial worries or the overuse and reliance on technology in the young.
Fri, 16 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0100RSPCA dog spends 17 months in care looking for new home
The RSPCA is still looking to find a home for Bella the beagle and lurcher cross who has waited 17 months in kennels to find a new home.
Fri, 16 Jul 2021 11:20:00 +0100Hertfordshire sees small drop in racially and religiously aggravated offences
The number of racially and religiously aggravated offences recorded by Hertfordshire Constabulary dropped in 2020, figures have shown.
Fri, 16 Jul 2021 11:35:07 +0100Channel 4's Naked Attraction is looking for UK contestants
Want to find love in the nude? You can apply to be on Channel 4's Naked Attraction.
Fri, 16 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0100Sugar and salt tax could be introduced to improve UK diets
The tax could raise up to £3.4 billion per year for the Treasury and should be introduced in a 2024 Finance Bill, the report recommends.
Fri, 16 Jul 2021 14:35:48 +010050 of the UK’s most dog-friendly beaches revealed
Vets Now has unveiled the top 50 dog-friendly beaches to ensure our nation of pet lovers stay safe on days out at the beach.
Thu, 15 Jul 2021 16:26:53 +0100Arsenal's training ground to be deep cleaned after Covid outbreak
Arsenal’s training ground in Hertfordshire will undergo a deep clean after a Covid-19 outbreak.
Thu, 15 Jul 2021 14:41:00 +0100St Albans MP Daisy Cooper blasts booing taking the knee
A politician has voiced her anger over people who boo sports players taking the knee before matches.
Thu, 15 Jul 2021 14:25:00 +0100Covid cases: 79 areas in Hertfordshire ranked highest to lowest
Radlett recorded more Covid cases than any other neighbourhood in south west Hertfordshire over a recent weekly period.
Thu, 15 Jul 2021 11:59:35 +0100St Albans MP Daisy Cooper blasts foreign aid cut
The decision to cut foreign aid by billions of pounds has been met by outrage and disgust from many politicians.
Thu, 15 Jul 2021 11:47:14 +0100Two arrested in drugs bust in Bardwell Court, St Albans
Two men have been arrested and charged after as part of a crackdown on county lines drug dealing in St Albans.
Thu, 15 Jul 2021 10:42:43 +0100New Covid death recorded at West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust
West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust has recorded its first Covid death in two-and-a-half months.
Thu, 15 Jul 2021 08:26:10 +0100Missing person appeal: Have you seen Karen?
Police are appealing for help finding a missing woman who is considered vulnerable and has links to St Albans.
Thu, 15 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0100Two cars with cloned number plates seized by police
Two cars with cloned number plates have been seized by a mobile police unit.
Wed, 14 Jul 2021 12:19:31 +0100Watford, St Albans and Borehamwood weather forecast
A little heatwave is on its way with plenty of sunshine and temperatures hitting 27C over the next couple of days and into the weekend.
Wed, 14 Jul 2021 07:55:00 +0100Covid: Herts public health chief urges 'caution' after July 19
Hertfordshire's director of public health is advising residents to be "cautious" after the lifting of national Covid restrictions – as Covid cases in Hertfordshire continue to rise.
Wed, 14 Jul 2021 11:35:38 +0100Waterstones ask customers to wear face masks from 19 July
LEADING book retailer, Waterstones, said it will ‘encourage’ customers to wear face mask in store from 19 July.
Wed, 14 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0100Lambda variant- how dangerous is the coronavirus strain?
The World Health Organisation say the lambda variant has been found in 29 countries so far and some cases have been confirmed in the UK.
Tue, 13 Jul 2021 11:52:00 +0100Thousands raised for family after Harpenden house fire
More than £7,000 has been raised to support a family whose home was destroyed by a fire over the weekend.
Tue, 13 Jul 2021 10:47:18 +0100Hertfordshire schools to use Dignify teaching resource
A charity working to teach young people about the dangers of pornography is producing short films about healthy relationships.
Tue, 13 Jul 2021 07:20:00 +0100West Herts maternity patient was found with 'foreign object' inside them
West Hertfordshire hospitals chiefs have investigated after a patient was discharged with a 'foreign object' left inside following a procedure.
Tue, 13 Jul 2021 11:28:41 +0100Sainsbury’s recall vegan food product as it contains meat
Sainsbury’s Love Your Veg Butternut Squash & Lentil Lasagne contains pork, beef and milk.
Tue, 13 Jul 2021 10:27:33 +0100Doctors urge Boris Johnson not to ease lockdown restrictions
The British Medical Association (BMA) has spoken out the lockdown announcement saying that it could lead to “potentially devastating consequences” .
Tue, 13 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0100Sajid Javid updates MPs on July 19 'Freedom Day' plans
Speaking to MPs, Sajid Javid said that it was the “right time to get our nation closer to normal life”.
Mon, 12 Jul 2021 16:30:00 +0100Weather warning issued for Watford and nearby areas
A yellow weather warning has been issued for Hertfordshire and the surrounding areas for the rest of the day (Monday).
Mon, 12 Jul 2021 12:18:00 +0100Travelodge jobs ahead of St Albans staycation boom
St Albans' Travelodge is gearing up for a staycation boom in the city by launching 10 new job roles.
Mon, 12 Jul 2021 14:20:26 +0100Gareth Southgate needs time to think before signing England contract
In a press conference, Gareth Southgate said he needed time to reflect on the game before signing a new England contract.
Mon, 12 Jul 2021 09:56:53 +0100Freedom Day: Boris Johnson to hold a press conference today
The Prime Minister is expected to say that the country can move to Step 4 of the plan to lift coronavirus measures.
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.
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 13:38:12 +0100Boris Johnson hints at Bank Holiday if England beat Italy in Euro 2020 final
Boris Johnson has refused to rule out the prospect of an emergency bank holiday should England win Euro 2020 on Sunday.
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 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 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 10:30:17 +0100CCTV appeal after boy punched and kicked in Verulamium Park
A teenager was left injuries when he was attacked in St Albans.
Wed, 07 Jul 2021 22:49:51 +0100England beat Denmark to reach Euro 2020 final
Harry Kane propelled England to just their second major tournament final as Gareth Southgate’s men secured an extra-time win against Denmark to set-up Sunday’s shot at European Championship glory.
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 16:58:21 +0100Price for pest control in St Albans goes up
Higher charges have come into force and will continue when a new contract comes into operation later this year.
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 07:00:00 +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 06:00:00 +0100Council set to spend £4.5 on land next to Waterdale recycling centre
More than £4 million is to be spent buying a piece of land to expand a waste transfer station.
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.