St Albans Review
Sun, 04 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000In Memoriam: Death notices in the Herts Advertiser
The Herts Advertiser has published one death notice in the last seven days.
Sun, 04 Jan 2026 06:01:00 +0000The 'sensational' and 'picture perfect' Hertfordshire pub you need to visit
The Fishery Inn in Hemel Hempstead has been described as a 'picture-perfect' pub. Find out why.
Sun, 04 Jan 2026 09:01:00 +0000McDonald's to axe 17 items in the coming days to make way for new 'secret' menu
McDonald's is set to axe 17 items to make way for its brand new 'Secret' Menu, which launches in the UK and Ireland on Monday (January 5).
Sat, 03 Jan 2026 12:46:18 +0000Amber health alert issued with freezing temperatures set to grip east of England
An amber health alert has been issued for the east of England, with the region set to be gripped by freezing temperatures next week.
Sat, 03 Jan 2026 12:01:00 +00005 St Albans planning applications you may have missed this week
It's the new year, and there's a fresh round of public notices have been published for St Albans residents.
Sat, 03 Jan 2026 09:15:00 +0000Brits becoming more ruthless with spending amid high cost of living - new survey
Brits are becoming much more ruthless with their spending, according to a new survey from Moneybox.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 18:37:36 +0000Menopause specialist to host open Q&A at Alban Arena
Hormones, health and HRT are set to take centre stage in an evening of myth-busting and facts in St Albans.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 15:24:00 +0000Last chance to have your say on new 20mph zone across St Albans
A consultation seeking the public's views on a new 20mph zone is coming to a close.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 15:35:44 +0000Injuries reported after oil spillage causes crash in Hatfield Tunnel
"Slight injuries" were reported following a crash on the A1(M) today (January 2), which was caused by an oil spillage in the Hatfield Tunnel.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 14:24:08 +0000Concern over safety of advertising board planned for popular Harpenden bakery
A new advertisement board promoting a popular bakery chain has been labelled an "obstruction" by the district council.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 13:31:49 +0000A1(M) closed due to overturned car in Hatfield Tunnel - recap
The A1(M) northbound was closed between junctions three and four today (January 2), following a crash leading to an overturned car in the Hatfield Tunnel.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 11:52:21 +0000Sentencing date confirmed for former London's Burning actor John Alford
A date for the sentencing actor John Alford has now been confirmed after he was found guilty of sexually assaulting two teenage girls during a party at a friend's home in Hertfordshire.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 11:47:53 +0000Teenagers arrested in connection with New Year's Eve rape in St Albans
A pair of men have been arrested in connection with a rape in St Albans on New Year's Eve.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 11:36:55 +0000Chiswell Green Belt traveller site off North Orbital Road refused
Retrospective plans for a traveller site on Chiswell Green Belt have been refused by the district council.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 10:25:00 +0000Major crime detective in Hertfordshire recognised in New Year Honours list
Det Insp Justine Jenkins has been awarded the King’s Police Medal (KPM) for her contribution to policing.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 09:50:19 +0000St Albans beer and BBQ spot to 'shut' after 11 years for bold refurb
A popular spot selling barbecue meats and beers is closing its St Albans location for a "bold" refurbishment.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 09:19:12 +0000Man with Hemel links wanted for 'assault'
A man with links to Hemel Hempstead is wanted by police in connection with an assault.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 14:45:09 +0000'Do not eat': Waitrose, Tesco, Poundland, Lidl & more UK supermarkets issue recalls
Items sold at Waitrose, Tesco, Lidl, Marks and Spencer, B&M and Poundland and more UK supermarkets have been recalled with “do not eat” warnings in place.
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 17:01:00 +00007 stars appearing at The Alban Arena in 2026
Here are five stars set to perform at The Alban Arena in 2026.
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 13:09:09 +0000Man with Hertfordshire links wanted over 'GBH and assault crimes'
Hertfordshire Constabulary have appealed for the public's help to trace a wanted man with links to Hemel Hempstead and Berkhamsted.
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000Year in Review: A look at our top stories for October, November, December 2025
Just as it started, the year ended with hospitality at the centre of coverage in St Albans and the surrounding areas, but unlike the beginning of 2025, the final few months saw closures and controversy
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:03:00 +0000Hertfordshire's most shocking criminals jailed in 2025
Here are some of Hertfordshire's most shocking offenders put behind bars in 2025.
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 12:01:00 +0000Full list of UK Bank Holidays for 2026
These are the Bank Holidays to look forward to in 2026
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:50:02 +0000New England bin collection rules to arrive in 2026 as recycling set to change
Millions of households around England will see a change to their bin collection in 2026 as recycling collection will be altered
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 17:28:06 +0000Parents of man left with 'catastrophic brain injury' launch fresh appeal for help
The parents of a man left with a "catastrophic brain injury" following a "senseless, violent assault" in Hemel have launched a fresh appeal for witnesses and information.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000New Uno bus timetables to 'improve' Herts services from January 2026
Refreshed Uno bus timetables are set to "improve" services for passengers in Hertfordshire from January 2026.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:44:44 +0000Suspect charged with arson after woman escapes Christmas Day blaze
Khaqan Chaudhary, 42, of Sandridge Road, has been charged with arson following a fire at property in St Albans on Christmas Day.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:00:41 +0000Man assaulted after attempt to stop teenage shoplifter in St Albans
A man has been assaulted in St Albans after attempting to stop a shoplifter in Iceland Foods in Victoria Street.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 11:58:03 +0000'I just don’t know what to say' - Herts dad wins BMW and £20,000 cash prize
Matt Remnant, a dad from Hertfordshire, has won a BMW and a huge cash prize just in time to spend it on his 2026 wedding.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 10:51:10 +0000Police search for missing 45-year-old with links to Hemel
Police are searching for George, a 45-year-old man with links to Hemel Hempstead who went missing from Berkhamsted yesterday, December 30.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 10:15:07 +0000Met Office issues yellow 'snow and ice' warning for Hertfordshire
A yellow weather warning has been issued for Hertfordshire, with snow and ice expected on Friday, January 2.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 06:01:00 +00002025: 'A year of working for Harpenden, Berkhamsted and our villages'
As my first full year in Parliament draws to a close, I want to reflect on what has been a true honour: being your voice in Westminster.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 17:19:14 +0000Delays on A414 in St Albans with police at the scene
There are delays on the A414 North Orbital Road in St Albans this evening with police at the scene.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 15:54:42 +0000Person trapped by injuries in St Albans crash released by fire crews
A person trapped by their injuries in a St Albans crash has been released by fire crews.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 14:40:14 +0000Singer Rebecca Ferguson to bring new tour to Harpenden in 2026
Rebecca Ferguson MBE will bring her acclaimed "15 Years Stripped Back" tour to the Eric Morecambe Centre.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 14:30:28 +0000RECAP: Emergency services called to St Albans crash
There has been a crash in St Albans, with emergency services currently at the scene and a road closure in place.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 10:43:15 +0000Three men arrested after stolen 4x4 found in London Colney car park
Three men have been charged with conspiracy to steal following the theft of a vehicle found by police in a London Colney car park.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 09:26:29 +0000On This Day: Harpenden Gang show producer bids farewell after 37 years
Ewan was involved in 48 shows over a span of 53 years, having first participated as a pirate in the Mini Gang in 1972.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000St Albans parkrun results: 28 personal bests at event number 661
St Albans parkrun was held at Verulamium Park on Saturday for the 661st event.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000St Albans parkrun results: 28 personal bests at event number 661
St Albans parkrun was held at Verulamium Park on Saturday for the 661st event.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 22:35:00 +0000All the people from Hertfordshire on the King's New Year Honours List 2026
More than 20 people from Hertfordshire have received honours in HM The King’s New Year Honours List 2026, published today by the Cabinet Office.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 17:36:05 +0000Trains unable to call at Radlett station due to power cut
Trains are unable to stop at Radlett station this evening to to a power cut, with disruption expected to last until 7pm.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:35:57 +0000Zoo welcomes another adorable baby giraffe to the family for Christmas
A Christmas gift of gigantic proportions was received at Whipsnade Zoo this year when an endangered giraffe calf was born on December 21, taking the zoo's giraffe population to six.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:06:48 +0000On This Day: St Albans firefighters help save horse trapped in swimming pool
Firefighters from St Albans helped save a horse trapped in a swimming pool.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 09:22:07 +0000Arrest made after racially aggravated incident in supermarket
An arrest has been made after a racially aggravated incident in a Hemel Hempstead Asda supermarket.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 09:21:51 +0000Three hospitalised following 'serious' Boxing Day crash on A1(M)
Three people were taken to hospital following a "serious road traffic collision" on the A1(M) on Boxing Day, between junction 3 (St Albans and Hatfield) and junction 1 (M1).
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 09:00:00 +0000Year in Review: A look at our top stories for January, February and March 2025
This year commenced with hospitality at the forefront, from the launch of now TikTok famous Glaze Bakery, to the future of The Camp Fish & Chips Shop and the former Café Rouge unit, as well as The Mermaid being named the best pub in Hertfordshir...
Sun, 28 Dec 2025 17:01:00 +0000Slimming World ditches 'Syns' - here's what to expect next year
Slimming World is making major changes to its popular weight-loss plan.
Sun, 28 Dec 2025 15:01:00 +0000Hertfordshire recycling centres to cut advertised opening hours by 30 minutes
Advertised opening hours at Hertfordshire’s network of 16 recycling centres are to be shortened, in a bid to reduce the amount of abuse levelled at staff.
Sun, 28 Dec 2025 09:01:00 +0000St Albans MP Daisy Cooper looks back on 2025
2025 has been a year of global upheaval with the rise of populism and nationalism. Nationally, the government has struggled to deliver on its promise of change.