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Borehamwood Times

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Wetherspoons is slashing food and drink prices in September
The pub chain has said the discount will be available at 870 of its pubs.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Hertsmere development sites revealed ahead of draft local plan
Nine sites in Borehamwood have been identified to build homes on over the next 15 years to help meet housing targets.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Watford A&E: More than 200 patients wait 12 hours plus in July
More than 200 patients had to wait 12 hours or longer for emergency treatment at Watford General Hospital in July, new data shows.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 12:56:58 +0100
Boris Johnson announces 1.25% National Insurance increase
The tax hike will raise around £10 billion, which will be spent on the NHS as it recovers from the Covid-19 pandemic.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 08:22:04 +0100
October Covid lockdown plans 'drawn up' by government - list of restrictions
The government has reportedly drawn up plans for another lockdown in October.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Covid vaccines for healthy 12 to 15-year-olds? No right or wrong answer, expert says
When it comes to the “finely balanced” decision on vaccinating healthy 12 to 15-year-olds against coronavirus, an expert advising on jabs has said that there is no right or wrong answer.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 16:02:45 +0100
Wireless Festival 2021 lineups for Friday, Saturday and Sunday
The lineup for Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Wireless 2021 festival features Skepta, Megan Thee Stallion, Migos and more.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 15:03:00 +0100
Why helicopter and armed police were in Borehamwood on Friday
The police have issued details about why there was such a large presence in Borehamwood at the end of last week.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 17:00:00 +0100
Hertfordshire police officer to face misconduct allegations
A police officer has been accused of using his position to attempt to form relationships with members of the public, according to a police misconduct report.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 16:15:00 +0100
Water supply was hit at Watford hospital after pump failure
Patients and staff in Watford General’s main hospital block had to manage for a day without their usual access to running water, it has emerged.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 08:35:56 +0100
Dean Dias told to return £330k after Herts drugs bust
A man from Watford has been ordered to pay back hundreds of thousands of pounds following a Hertfordshire drugs ring bust.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Herts RSPCA branch help cat recover after it was hit by bus
A cat described as a “miracle” after being hit by a bus and surviving is in search of a new home following five months of recovery.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
New motto for Haberdashers' Aske's schools revealed
The new motto for two private schools that have dropped their “links” to the slave trade has been revealed.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 14:06:57 +0100
COVID-19 pandemic-driven labour shortages could last for years, CBI warns
The CBI are asking the government to take urgent action to tackle staff shortages.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 13:24:36 +0100
Sarah Harding dies: Girls Aloud bandmates pay tribute
The four other members of Girls Aloud have paid tribute to Sarah Harding following her death from breast cancer on Sunday.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 12:43:18 +0100
Emmerdale’s Amy Walsh and EastEnders’ Toby Alexander-Smith expecting first baby
Emmerdale star Amy Walsh and EastEnders star Toby Alexander-Smith are expecting their first child together.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 08:50:36 +0100
British Airways is bringing back short-haul flights from Gatwick Airport
British Airways are planning to restore short-haul flights from Gatwick airport

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 08:35:12 +0100
Love Island's Lillie Haynes asked about Jack Grealish in ITV2 reunion special
Love Island's Millie Court and Liam Reardon came face to face with Lillie Haynes in the reunion episode.

Sun, 05 Sep 2021 18:00:00 +0100
Bette Davis and Stanley Kubrick stayed in this Elstree road
Well here we are in September already and the summer is melting away at a rate of knots.

Sun, 05 Sep 2021 13:00:00 +0100
Lego Harry Potter, Marvel and Star Wars advent calendars for Christmas 2021
Getting in on the advent calendar game once again is Lego, offering something a bit different for those who might not have a sweet tooth

Sat, 04 Sep 2021 12:24:44 +0100
Hertfordshire firefighters attended more 'hoax' calls this year
Hertfordshire firefighters have attended more “malicious” calls this year than last year.

Sat, 04 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Here's how you can grab a free coffee or breakfast roll on the trains
Commuters in London can grab a free drink or snack thanks to a rail company offer.

Sat, 04 Sep 2021 13:00:00 +0100
Android users urged to delete 8 popular apps that could steal their money
Previous victims have found they’ve been charged over £240 a year for fraudulent plans.

Sat, 04 Sep 2021 21:30:00 +0100
Morrisons announce limited edition Dirty Burger Pizza
Morrisons has combined two of the nation’s favourite takeaway foods in an ultimate pizza mashup.

Sat, 04 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Lidl and Aldi reveal the best bargains you can find in their middle aisles
We've rounded-up some of the highlights to look out for in each supermarket.

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 17:27:18 +0100
Haberdashers' Aske's schools drops slave trader name
Two private schools named after a merchant will now drop his name due to “links to the slave trade”.

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 17:17:34 +0100
TfL commissioner warns of 'tipping point' in fare increases
The head of TfL has said fare rises in January are not a “pre-determined outcome” despite it being a condition of the government’s funding deal.

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 10:50:35 +0100
Summer making much needed return with mini heatwave
Summer is making a much needed return next week with a mini heatwave - according to forecasters.

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Most Hertfordshire County Council meetings to stay virtual
County councillors in Hertfordshire will continue to hold many of their meetings online.

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 13:46:37 +0100
Queen's funeral plans 'Operation London Bridge' leaked
There is no indication that the Queen, 95, is in poor health and there have been no urgent changes to her funeral plans.

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
The full list of people eligible for third Covid vaccine dose
People considered to have had severe immunosuppression at the time of vaccination will be offered a third dose.

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 16:03:50 +0100
Apple delays launch of child abuse detection tools
Apple says it wants to take more time to “make improvements” after concerns relating to privacy were raised.

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 10:19:48 +0100
Buy now pay later: 1 in 10 customers chased by debt collectors
Options to pay later appear on the checkout of retailers’ websites offering to spread the cost of purchases.

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 08:24:00 +0100
Whatsapp now offering journey updates for rail passengers
The messaging app Whatsapp is now offering a service where it can inform rail travellers about journey disruption.

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 07:08:04 +0100
British Gas owner warns energy prices could increase even further
It comes after E.On and Scottish Power told customers standard tariffs will jump by around £139 a year.

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 16:50:00 +0100
Debenhams sign comes down - as Lidl reveals when it plans to move in
One of the final reminders of one of Borehamwood's biggest former shops was taken today.

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Misused Covid relief loans may have been given to Herts companies
An investigation is being carried out into the potential misuse of several Covid-19 relief loans provided to at least three Hertfordshire-based companies.

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 12:45:19 +0100
Only Fools and Horses pub recreated for 40th anniversary
A pub from classic comedy show Only Fools and Horses has been recreated - and fans can visit for a pint!

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 11:54:06 +0100
Fourth person dies after horror crash on the M25 in Essex
A FOURTH person has died after a horror crash on the M25 last month.

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 10:58:10 +0100
Veolia offers £1,500 to new Hertfordshire bin lorry drivers
A bonus of £1,500 is being offered to potential new waste collection drivers, amid a national shortage of HGV drivers.

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 10:07:02 +0100
Fight to save Bevis Marks synagogue from skyscrapers' shadow
A historic place of worship could be engulfed in darkness if two skyscrapers are built right next to it.

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Stars to rally for charity night in memory of reality TV star Nikki
CELEBRITIES and stars will be joining together to raise awareness for eating disorder charities in memory of TV star Nikki Grahame.

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Beggars and rough sleepers brought to court over 100 times
A law which criminalises begging and rough sleeping was used to bring people to court more than 100 times in Hertfordshire over nearly six years.

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Plans move forward to redevelop Mercure hotel site on A41
A planning application has been submitted to redevelop a site that is currently in use as a hotel.

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Spider mating season: How to keep spiders out of your home
Spiders usually start to come out in early September, with their presence noticeable in homes until around mid-October.

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
COVID-19 vaccine passports will be required for nightclubs in England
The proposed vaccine passport had previously been met with criticism from politicians on both sides, as well as leaders in the night-time hospitality industry.

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 06:44:46 +0100
Royal Mint unveil rare Winnie-the-Pooh 50p coin worth over £1000
The new collectable will feature Winnie-the-Pooh and his friends Piglet, Eeyore, Rabbit, Tigger, Kanga and Roo.

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Hertfordshire schools: Less parents win appeals over places
Less parents won appeals against school places across the county, figures reveal.

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0100
New Covid-19 vaccine showing positive results, pharmaceutical firm says
GSK told the stock market on Tuesday that the advance follows “positive” interim results in the Phase 1 and 2 studies.

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Harry Potter 20th anniversary trolley tour: Where you can see it
The travelling trolley will allow fans around the UK to recreate Harry Potter’s first trip to Platform 9 ¾



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