Borehamwood Times

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 10:49:00 +0100
Chainsaw and knife fight in Herts sees two people jailed
Two men have been jailed - with a third handed a suspended sentence - after a fight involving a chainsaw and knife in Borehamwood.

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 15:37:37 +0100
Newsquest to publish souvenir supplements for Teenage Cancer Trust anniversary
Newsquest has announced it will be publishing souvenir supplements across its titles to mark the Teenage Cancer Trust's 35th anniversary

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 14:42:16 +0100
Police officer sacked after sharing body-worn footage at pub
A Hertfordshire police officer has been sacked after he shared bodyworn camera footage of an arrest with his partner, a colleague and a pub customer.

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 08:38:35 +0100
Compensation due over Watford bus route's 'sustained poor performance'
Compensation has been ordered after a bus company was penalised over the 306 Watford to Borehamwood route.

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 13:33:17 +0100
MPs have Disabled people's 'lives in their hands' but do they really understand?
Disability Pride Month is a whole month to celebrate inclusivity and promote equality for the disabled community.

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0100
Unpaid invoices surge across London: Businesses being advised to act now
A recent report highlighted that the majority of businesses are owed money yet still many are failing to act.

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 08:54:16 +0100
Home Bargains confirms when it plans to open second store in range of Watford
Home Bargains has confirmed that it is planning to open its Borehamwood store in late November.

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 17:19:14 +0100
Wrestling star Hulk Hogan dies aged 71 after 'suffering cardiac arrest at home'
Wrestling star Hulk Hogan has died aged 71 after 'suffering a cardiac arrest at home'.

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 11:55:00 +0100
ANOTHER Home Bargains store could open within range of Watford
Home Bargains look set to open another store near Watford after submitting a licensing application for the former Argos unit in Borehamwood.

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 14:11:00 +0100
5 things to do with your family this summer that won't break the bank
From seeing a movie at the cinema to going on a treetop adventure at Go Ape, these are some fun things to do as a family during the summer holidays.

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 12:10:00 +0100
What travel insurance do I need? Single, annual or long stay compared
Travel experts have shared what type of travel insurance you might need on a trip abroad, from single, annual and long stay

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 11:06:57 +0100
Asda 'regrets' selling out of date food to shoppers as it's fined £640,000
Trading Standards officers found 115 items, including some that were more than two weeks out of date, at Asda stores

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 20:05:00 +0100
Hatfield Park plays host to a weekend of music and spectacle
The Battle Proms picnic concert and music festival Folk by the Oak take place in Hatfield Park on July 19 and July 20.

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 17:41:39 +0100
'Man drove car at woman' during Borehamwood road rage row
A man allegedly "drove his car at a woman" during a road rage row in Borehamwood.

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 09:50:00 +0100
'Sexual assault at Herts EastEnders set' sees man arrested
A man has reportedly been arrested on suspicion of assault and sexual assault on the set of EastEnders in Hertfordshire

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 16:32:19 +0100
HBO shares first look at new Harry Potter as original series begins production
HBO has released the first picture of the new Harry Potter, played by Dominic McLaughlin, as the series production begins.

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 13:41:45 +0100
The best all-inclusive holidays you can get from UK airports this summer
These are the best all-inclusive holidays you can still book from UK airports this summer on Jet2holidays.

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 11:56:05 +0100
O2 customers unable to make or receive calls as network 'working to get this fixed'
O2 users have reported that the network is down this morning, with many unable to make or receive calls.

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 10:27:47 +0100
TV doctor highlights the importance of incoporating exercise in your daily life
Regular physical activity can boost cardiovascular health, mood and energy levels, as well as enhancing flexibility, balance, and reducing the risk of falls.

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 16:24:47 +0100
Star Wars film studio where Indiana Jones was filmed to have new operator
Elstree Studios, home to Star Wars and The Shining, partners with The MBS Group to modernise operations and safeguard its UK film industry legacy.

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 12:19:44 +0100
Charges to be raised at several car parks from next month
New parking charges have been confirmed for a number of car parks across Hertsmere, including in Bushey, Radlett and Borehamwood.

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 12:05:34 +0100
What's in a seafood stick? Vici’s guide to a tasty, healthier snack
What's in a seafood stick? Vici's guide to a tasty, healthier snack.

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 16:46:15 +0100
Fatal motorbike crash sparks police witness appeal
Police have launched an appeal after a motorcyclist died after a crash on the A41 in Borehamwood on Sunday evening (June 22).

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 14:53:40 +0100
Arsonist jailed after 21 people lost homes to flats fire
An arsonist has been jailed for more than two years after residents were “fortunate to escape” a fire at a block of flats in Borehamwood.

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 10:45:37 +0100
'Reports person trapped after multi-vehicle M1 crash' - recap
Herts Fire and Rescue have been called to the M1 amid reports of a person becoming trapped after a multi-vehicle crash near Watford.

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 12:10:00 +0100
Do you get a free car because you are disabled? The Motability Scheme explained
I am going to explain to you, the true cost of my Motability car, not because I feel I owe it to anyone, but because I want people to understand

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 13:27:12 +0100
'There appears to be no survivor' in Air India crash bound for London, police say
Reports suggest that there are no survivors in the Air India plane crash that was bound for London Gatwick.

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 11:43:33 +0100
Multi-car crash causing M1 delays near M25 - recap
Emergency services have been called to the scene of a multi-car crash in the M1 this morning.

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 14:48:45 +0100
Tributes paid to Borehamwood councillor and rabbi
Hertsmere politicians have paid tribute to Conservative councillor Rabbi Alan Plancey, who died over the weekend aged 84.

Sun, 08 Jun 2025 14:01:25 +0100
Do you know where man who skipped court for alleged fraud and theft offences is?
Police are re-appealing to the public for their help in locating a wanted man from St Albans with links to Watford and Bushey.

Sat, 07 Jun 2025 15:10:19 +0100
People's Postcode Lottery: six Herts areas win in May
Postcodes in Watford, Letchworth and Harpenden were among the lucky winners in May's People's Postcode Lottery draws.

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 11:54:04 +0100
Residents warned to be vigilant after reports of cash stolen from ATMs
Hertfordshire Constabulary is warning residents to be vigilant when using cash machines, after reports of thefts from ATMs.

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 09:30:31 +0100
On This Day: Authors visit Borehamwood school to mark First World War centenary
On this day in 2014, an author and illustrator marked the outbreak of the First World War with a visit to a Borehamwood school.

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:52:30 +0100
EastEnders legend Ross Kemp's 'great debt' as he refuses to rule out soap return
EastEnders' Ross Kemp, who plays Grant Mitchell, has said he owes the BBC soap “a great debt” and has refused to rule out a return to the show.

Fri, 30 May 2025 11:20:56 +0100
'I want to be involved in a disability sport, but I just don’t know how?'
Getting into sports can be hard, but finding a sport adapted to your disability can be even more challenging when you don’t know where to start.

Fri, 30 May 2025 10:52:42 +0100
Comedian Russell Brand pleads not guilty to rape and sexual assault charges
Comedian and actor Russell Brand has pleaded not guilty to sex offence charges including rape and indecent assault.

Thu, 29 May 2025 19:13:27 +0100
Man named and charged with multiple offences following Liverpool parade crash
Paul Doyle, 53, has been charged with a number of offences following the Liverpool parade crash, a Merseyside Police press conference has revealed.

Wed, 28 May 2025 11:46:57 +0100
Warning to drivers over fake parking fine texts
Hertfordshire Trading Standards has issued a warning to residents following fraudulent texts that claim drivers owe fines and penalties for parking.

Tue, 27 May 2025 13:19:06 +0100
My day at Herts County Show which had everything from show jumping to tractor dancing
Last weekend was the annual Hertfordshire County Show, where the very best of the county's agriculture is shown off in all its glory.

Tue, 27 May 2025 14:41:57 +0100
Officer accused of using police directory to find info on female colleagues
A Hertfordshire police officer has been accused of misconduct after he allegedly used an internal directory to search for details about a female colleague before requesting to follow her on Instagram.

Tue, 27 May 2025 09:28:22 +0100
Ask the Expert: Exercising in your 50s for a happier healthier later life
Age UK and Dr Hussain Al Zubaidi have joined forces to talk about how reaching your 50s is the perfect time to ‘Act Now to Age Better’.

Mon, 26 May 2025 14:00:00 +0100
Two vehicles damaged and one arrested in Herts A1(M) police chase
Two vehicles were damaged and one person was arrested in a police chase on the A1(M) in Hertfordshire.

Mon, 26 May 2025 10:04:59 +0100
Hertfordshire A1(M) crash closed road for hours
At around 10.49pm, Herts Police confirmed it was dealing with a road traffic collision on the southbound carriageway of the A1(M) at junction 1.

Fri, 23 May 2025 10:20:00 +0100
Legendary director's former Elstree home up for sale at £7m
A nine-bedroom Victorian home between Elstree and Borehamwood is up for sale £7m, formerly occupied by Stanley Kubrick.

Fri, 23 May 2025 10:31:25 +0100
Hertfordshire County Show: Still time to get your tickets!
The countdown is on for this year's Hertfordshire County Show, and there's still time to grab your tickets.

Thu, 22 May 2025 09:12:12 +0100
New executive members of county council announced at cabinet meeting
The new executive of the county council is made-up of eight Liberal Democrat councillors.

Wed, 21 May 2025 10:54:08 +0100
Lochinver House Potters Bar merges with Haberdashers Elstree
Haberdashers’ Elstree Schools will be merging with Lochinver House School in Potters Bar in September 2025.

Tue, 20 May 2025 11:38:31 +0100
M25 traffic stopped after crash - recap
There are long motorway delays as both lanes are closed at an M25 exit slip after a crash this morning.

Sun, 18 May 2025 11:29:00 +0100
Behind the scenes of ITV drama Code of Silence starring Rose Ayling-Ellis
ITV's new crime drama Code of Silence is set in Canterbury, Kent, but filming also took place on location across Hertfordshire.

Sat, 17 May 2025 11:49:11 +0100
Hertfordshire pilot admits to smuggling £2.4m cocaine haul into UK
A Hertfordshire pilot has admitted to smuggling cocaine worth £2.4 million into the UK aboard a light aircraft he was flying.

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