Borehamwood Times

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Forest Care Village launches free weekly Community Coffee Afternoons
Forest Care Village, a Borehamwood nursing care home, is inviting residents, families and community members to enjoy a new weekly social event designed to bring people together in a friendly, relaxed setting.

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:27:05 +0100
From difficult beginnings to teacher and a life rebuilt through determination
A man who experienced housing instability during his teenage years has spoken about the positive impact a youth charity had on his journey to independence.

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:43:38 +0100
Major new housing development with 73 homes given go-ahead
Cala Homes will build 73 homes on land north of Barnet Lane in Elstree, with nearly half designated as affordable housing.

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:07:42 +0100
Early plans unveiled for 1,200 homes and school near Watford
Plans have been unveiled that would see 1,200 homes, a school, care home and recreational space built in Borehamwood.

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:16:05 +0100
How colour can improve a disabled person's life and why choice is essential
We should have a choice with our aids, they are our personality, they help us stand up in the world, and they should reflect our character

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:25:00 +0100
Boy, 3, hospitalised with head injuries after e-bike hit-and-run in Hertfordshire
A three-year-old boy was hospitalised after an e-bike hit-and-run crash in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:40:28 +0100
'Misleading commentary' criticised amid mosque plan by Hertfordshire park
“Misleading commentary” has been condemned amid plans for a mosque and community facility by Maxwell Park, Borehamwood.

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:23:51 +0100
'You can achieve it' - Former homeless man thriving as chef with Centrepoint support
Cameron was 16 when he first experienced homelessness. He initially sought help from the council but said delays and complex paperwork made it difficult to access support.

Sat, 30 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Huge cannabis farm with more than 500 plants unearthed in Hertfordshire
A man from Borehamwood has been arrested after police discovered a cannabis farm with more than 500 plants at an address in the town.

Thu, 28 May 2026 08:42:35 +0100
Public Notice Portal launches new consultation and archive services
The new PNP consultation function enables members of the public to have their say by providing feedback on individual public notices.

Thu, 21 May 2026 13:40:00 +0100
'Real attempt to kill' with homemade bomb in Hertfordshire lands man in prison
A “real attempt to kill someone” with a homemade bomb in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, has landed a man a 29-year prison sentence.

Wed, 20 May 2026 17:20:00 +0100
Teachers strike over 'shameful' fire and rehire tactics at prestigious schools
Teachers at Haberdashers Boys and Girls Schools have taken strike action after fire and rehire tactics soon to become illegal were used over staff pensions.

Tue, 19 May 2026 14:00:00 +0100
Youngest Indian-origin mayor in UK history elected in Elstree and Borehamwood
Councillor Tushar Kumar was officially elected as the new mayor of Elstree and Borehamwood on May 13.

Mon, 18 May 2026 12:18:03 +0100
Appeal launched after 'distressing' Islamophobic abuse at park
Police have launched an appeal for witnesses and information after a "distressing" religiously aggravated public order incident in Borehamwood.

Tue, 12 May 2026 11:30:02 +0100
Hertfordshire driver fined after video shows football net on top of car
Hertfordshire Police have released a video of a car with a football net on its roof, confirming that the motorist was fined £120.

Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
College students get hands-on experience of working in life-saving industry
West Herts College students are getting hands-on experience in the high-tech industry that produces lifesaving treatments with Elstree-based Kedrion Biopharma UK.

Tue, 05 May 2026 17:32:36 +0100
Free webinar: 5 easy wins to help funeral directors stand out online
LOCALiQ UK is hosting a free 45‑minute online seminar designed to give increased Google visibility to funeral directors

Fri, 01 May 2026 07:20:55 +0100
Cash and nitrous oxide seized from 'suspicious vehicle' near Watford
Police have seized cash and nitrous oxide from a "suspicious vehicle" in Borehamwood.

Fri, 01 May 2026 15:20:25 +0100
Newsquest's Young Reporter Scheme returns with early bird price offer
To mark the milestone, new schools have the chance to benefit from special early bird pricing until June 30.

Fri, 01 May 2026 15:15:47 +0100
'Pressure makes diamonds': Kai's journey from homelessness to independence
A young man who became homeless after caring for his terminally ill father has spoken about how he rebuilt his life with the support of Centrepoint

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:03:48 +0100
Traffic to be held during filming in key road next week
Filming in Theobald Street, between Radlett and Borehamwood, is set to cause traffic disruption over two days next week.

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Monster Truck Motorfest bank holiday weekend: Lingfield Racecourse, Surrey
RA Monster Events announces that its high-energy Monster Truck Motorfest will arrive in Surrey for the upcoming May Bank Holiday weekend.

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 06:20:00 +0100
3 of Hertfordshire's best and most idyllic National Trust spots you need to visit
Here are some of Hertfordshire's most scenic National Trust properties and sites to visit from Ashridge Estate to Morven Park.

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:45:00 +0100
Hertfordshire extremist who created online 'library' handed supervision order
A young man from Borehamwood, Hertfordshire who created an online “library” of extreme right-wing material has been handed a two-year supervision order.

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:03:43 +0100
Youth homelessness crisis deepens as need for independent living support highlighted
According to recent Centrepoint research, there are tens of thousands of 18 to 25-year-olds across the country facing homelessness.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:39:41 +0100
Why we must call time on legal bullies and their SLAPPs
Today media outlets across the country are joining a Day of Action to call for the UK Government to include anti-SLAPP protections in the forthcoming King’s Speech.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 13:50:12 +0100
Schoolboys set up charity football match to support friend battling rare cancer
A charity football match is to be held next month to support a teenager from Bushey who is battling a rare form of cancer.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Council plans £1k fine and 'wall of shame' to identify fly-tippers
Fly-tippers in Hertsmere could be identified on a 'wall of shame' and fines could more than triple to £1,000, if plans are agreed.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Man arrested after 'Tesla hit two pedestrians' in Borehamwood
A man has been arrested after a Tesla reportedly crashed into two pedestrians in Theobald Street, Borehamwood.

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 11:31:27 +0100
Appeal after man 'verbally abused and assaulted' at Hertfordshire Tesco
Herts Police are appealing for information after a man was attacked in a Borehamwood Tesco car park.

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:31:00 +0100
Why do April Fools' Day jokes stop at 12pm? How the tradition started
What is April Fools' Day? It always lands on April 1 and this is why pranks stop at 12pm plus how the tradition started.

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:13:13 +0000
Blippi announces new Be Like Blippi UK tour as dates revealed
Audience members are encouraged to wear orange Blippi glasses and join in the fun as the cast invites everyone to "be like Blippi."

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:57:12 +0000
How supermarkets and shops are improving in catering for disabled people
Businesses are striving to make things accessible, and whilst I've had to learn to ask, I have also found that so many are willing to change and learn with us.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000
Forest Care Village Borehamwood unveils new hygge-style makeover
Forest Care Village, a private specialist centre in Borehamwood offering dedicated 24/7 nursing care, has showcased a remarkable new interior, following significant investments in a new atrium, communal areas and private living spaces to bring wellne...

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 08:30:18 +0000
Winter Paralympic Flame is lit as president says 'it's capable of transforming lives'
Stoke Mandeville stadium came abuzz with figures from every walk of life as the journey as the 2026 Winter Paralympic Games began.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 08:28:35 +0000
Huey Morgan marks 30 Years of Come Find Yourself with new UK Tour
Huey Morgan is marking 30 Years of Come Find Yourself with a new UK Tour.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 08:24:12 +0000
Centrepoint success for Sefyu - Run every day and don't give up
Arriving at just 17, his journey to safety was long and uncertain, taking him first to France and then to England.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:20:00 +0000
High Street TV’s £1Million stock clearance sale is still on
With a wide range of products, High Street TV has everything for the home and garden and lots in between.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 18:34:00 +0000
Behind the scenes at 'inspiring' new studio forging the future of TV and film
The future of film and TV came to life for West Herts College students and Watford MP Matt Turmaine during a behind-the-scenes visit to Sky Studios Elstree.

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 11:14:38 +0000
Nearly £5,000 raised to support family of cyclist who died of 'unexplained injuries'
Nearly £5,000 has been raised to support the family of a man who died of "unexplained injuries" in Borehamwood last month.

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 17:14:31 +0000
Jeff Goldblum announces new UK shows part as part of his World Tour
Film star Jeff Goldblum has added new UK dates to his upcoming musical tour.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 17:20:35 +0000
Borehamwood teen created ‘library’ of extreme right-wing material
A Hertfordshire teenager created an online “library” of extreme right-wing material encouraging violent attacks on racial groups, a jury has found.

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 09:23:43 +0000
Inspirational teen Abigail using cancer 'adventure' to give lost friends a voice
Borehamwood teen Abigail Jacobs reflects on cancer 'adventure' and why she is supporting West Herts Hospital Charity appeal.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:39:30 +0000
Family 'lost everything' as fire destroyed home and killed cat
A family from Borehamwood “escaped with their lives but nothing else” after a fire destroyed their home and killed their cat.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 14:14:59 +0000
Radio 1 DJ Dean McCullough: 'I was homeless as a child - now I want to help others'
Growing up, and later, when he moved to London, Radio 1 presenter and DJ, Dean McCullough never had a fixed address and regularly faced the daunting prospect of sleeping on the streets. 

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 15:31:38 +0000
A beloved brand providing delicious, sustainable seafood
A beloved brand providing delicious, sustainable seafood.

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 14:20:16 +0000
Cyclist's death from unexplained injuries sparks police appeal
Police have appealed for information following the death of a cyclist in Borehamwood.

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 14:18:22 +0000
McDonald's manager wins prestigious award and Vegas trip
The manager of Borehamwood's McDonald's restaurant has been rewarded with a trip to Las Vegas after winning a prestigious award.

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Borehamwood leader recognised with British Empire Medal in New Year Honours
A Borehamwood woman who has devoted her life to building communities has been awarded a British Empire Medal

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 16:46:31 +0000
Newsquest announces £4 million support for charity Centrepoint
Newsquest, the UK’s leading local media group, is pleased to announce a major £4 million partnership with Centrepoint, the UK’s leading youth homelessness charity.

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