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Thu, 09 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0100
9/11 attack: Documentaries to stream on BBC, Netflix and Disney+ and more
In the days leading up to the anniversary major networks and streaming platforms are rolling out a range of programmes to look back on 9/11.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Universal Credit claimants face £1,000 losses as Boris Johnson faces pressure
The £20 weekly uplift was introduced temporarily to help claimants weather the storm of the coronavirus pandemic.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 08:43:13 +0100
National Television Awards 2021: How to vote and how to get tickets
The National Television Awards (NTAs) is live from The O2 London on September 9.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 08:06:14 +0100
Disney's Frozen is now a West End musical. How to get £20 tickets
Disney’s Frozen film is now a musical as it arrives at London’s West End.

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 10:55:00 +0100
6,000 homes planned on land near M25 and London Colney
Around 6,000 homes look set to be built on green belt land after a council backed proposals for a huge housing development.

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 10:00:42 +0100
How the National Insurance rise for social care reform will impact payslips
A UK-wide 1.25% health and social care levy based on National Insurance (NI) contributions will be introduced.

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.

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 11:32:29 +0100
The Wanted is back with a new album and live show. Everything we know so far
Boyband The Wanted has taken to social media to announce a new album and some live performances.

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 08:58:29 +0100
Zoopla: UK rent prices see big rise from last year
Rents across the UK have seen a rise once again, with an average increase of about £40 since last year.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 18:00:41 +0100
UPDATE: Trains to St Albans are now running normally
A vehicle colliding with a bridge between Streatham and Elephant & Castle is causing disruption to trains that run between St Albans and Sutton.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 15:49:02 +0100
New Dean coming to St Albans from Canterbury
A new dean has been appointed to St Albans who will be installed in the cathedral and begin her ministry towards the end of the year.

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 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 13:05:00 +0100
Dog waste bin left in state in Bricket Wood
A picture has revealed the state of an overflowing dog waste bin in a park.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 08:43:56 +0100
Hertfordshire drug ring bust: men ordered to return money
Four men will have to return more than £425k between them after they were part of an organised crime group supplying cocaine in St Albans and surrounding areas.

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 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 18:00:00 +0100
Conservatives have forgotten their core value: conserving
Any brand that ignores their core customer base will, eventually, receive a rude awakening. We can cite a litany of examples from Volkswagen, who destroyed trust with the emissions scandal, to KFC, who ran out of chicken.

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 18:53:12 +0100
New members club possibly opening in St Albans this autumn
A new members club boasting a bar and restaurant could be set to open in St Albans city centre this autumn.

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 16:00:00 +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 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 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.



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