St Albans Review
Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:48:03 +0000On This Day: St Albans half marathon shortlisted for prestigious national award
On this day in 2017, the St Albans Half Marathon was shortlisted for the national Running Awards.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000Foggy and cloudy weekend ahead for St Albans and Harpenden
Residents across St Albans and Harpenden can expect a largely grey and mild weekend.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 17:21:39 +0000Police aware of alleged school fights organised in Hertfordshire
Police are aware of alleged organised fights taking place between school children in Stevenage and Welwyn Garden City as part of the worrying Hertfordshire Wars trend.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:49:43 +0000National Blue Plaque unveiled for Mencap founder in Harpenden
Historic England jas unveiled a National Blue Plaque to the founder of the learning disability charity Mencap, Judy Fryd, at her former home at 8 Westfield Avenue, Harpenden.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:30:29 +0000Welfare concern for missing Hemel Hempstead teen
A missing teenager from Hemel Hempstead has sparked a police appeal.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:30:00 +0000'Blood rain' could sweep across the region and leave colourful skies
The Met Office has said that "blood rain" could sweep across Hertfordshire this week as Sahara dust drifts over.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:17:28 +0000Hemel nursery worker jailed for making and distributing indecent images of children
A nursery worker from Hemel Hempstead has been jailed for four years after admitting to multiple offences relating to indecent images of children.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:30:36 +0000St Albans grandma spends £4k after 'falling in love with Egyptian toyboy'
A 61-year-old grandmother says she fell in love with a 26-year-old Egyptian toyboy she met on TikTok – and spent £4,000 before she realised it wasn't meant to be.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 11:22:52 +0000Supermarket giant confirms plans to 'progress' pair of St Albans stores
Supermarket giant Lidl has confirmed its plans to progress a pair of new St Albans stores.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 11:21:21 +0000On This Day: New housing development launches in St Albans
Homes at a new development in St Albans officially launched and were available to reserve.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 10:40:45 +0000Drug-driver jailed after dangerous police chase across St Albans
A man has been jailed after dangerously driving a stolen Range Rover during a St Albans police chase.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:57:44 +0000How 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, 05 Mar 2026 09:42:16 +0000Missing Redbourn man found after appeal
A missing Redbourn man has been found following an appeal.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:26:08 +0000Pupils and schools celebrate World Book Day 2026 in St Albans and Harpenden
Check out costumes from across St Albans and Harpenden as pupils celebrate World Book Day 2026.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 06:02:00 +0000Man jailed was found with 'wire cutters' during Harpenden thefts
A man has been sentenced to 24 weeks in prison for thefts and going equipped in Harpenden.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:21:27 +0000Starmer says UK sending four fighter jets to Qatar as he provides Middle East update
Sir Keir Starmer said his belief was that the best way forward for all parties was a "negotiated settlement with Iran where they give up their nuclear ambitions".
Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:06:16 +0000Car flips on its roof during two-vehicle crash in Hemel
A driver has been taken to hospital "as a precaution" after their car flipped on its roof during a Hemel Hempstead crash.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026 14:26:00 +0000Man found guilty of attempted murder in car bomb plot
A man has been found guilty of attempted murder after a car bomb plot in Borehamwood.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026 14:06:17 +0000Meet the quirky brand relaunching a historic St Albans bar venue
Tequila Mockingbird will be serving up cocktails and music to St Albans customers from March 20 after taking over The Snug in the city centre.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:23:10 +0000Neglected puppies abandoned near Hertfordshire motorways
Four neglected puppies have been found abandoned near busy motorways in Hertfordshire, prompting an appeal for information.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:56:26 +0000Pair of motorbikes stolen from Bricket Wood Equestrian Centre
A pair of motorbikes have been stole from Lower Stud Equestrian Centre on Drop Lane, Bricket Wood, sparking a police appeal.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:32:40 +0000Loud siren to blare in Hemel this afternoon - here's why
Anyone in and around Hemel Hempstead may hear a large siren this afternoon (March 4), with Herts police explaining what to expect.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:13:57 +0000'Loads of smashed glass' among waste dumped on Hertfordshire lane
A huge waste dump full of "smashed glass" has been discovered on a rural lane in Hertfordshire.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:02:44 +0000Warning after 'illegitimate roofers' target St Albans homes
Hertfordshire Trading Standards is warning residents to steer clear of roofing fraudsters who are currently targeting homeowners in St Albans.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026 06:01:00 +0000Stonegate strongly object owner's plan for Harpenden pub to become restaurant
Plans for The Wheatsheaf pub to become a restaurant have been approved despite strong objection from Stonegate.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026 08:38:08 +0000How much more pensioners will get from next month as DWP increases begin
From the New State Pension to Attendance Allowance, here’s how much payments will rise in April 2026 and what it means for you
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:59:30 +0000Fundraising event raises thousands for homeless people
A fundraising pop-up shop has raised £2,500 to support people experiencing homelessness.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:56:15 +0000Herts restaurant business responds to £40k penalty over illegal working
The Government has named Hertfordshire restaurant business Per Tutti in a list of employers fined over illegal working.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:06:59 +0000Hobby hubs idea to beat loneliness in Harpenden and surrounding areas
Victoria Collins, Liberal Democrat MP for Harpenden and Berkhamsted, is calling for the introduction of "hobby hubs" across her constituency, breathing new life into high streets while tackling loneliness and isolation.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 11:57:27 +0000CCTV released in connection to bag theft from Hemel flats
CCTV footage has been released in connection to the theft of a bag in Hemel Hempstead.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 11:14:24 +0000On This Day: Greenkeepers wake to 'mindless damage' at St Albans golf club
Greenkeepers at St Albans' Verulam Golf Club awoke to a scene of "mindless damage" after an incident of vandalism occurred overnight.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 11:02:06 +0000District council to remove busking code of conduct across St Albans
St Albans City and District Council are set to remove the busking code of conduct in favour of alternative options.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:26:39 +0000Harpenden school's bid for new teaching block approved
Harpenden school, Sir John Lawes, has received the greenlight to commence works on a new teaching block.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 06:01:00 +0000Land in Colney Heath can be developed after grey belt reclassification
Thirty new homes can be built on Green Belt land in Colney Heath, the district council has agreed.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:39:33 +0000Brave mother speaks out after abusive ex-partner handed 10-year restraining order
A brave mother has spoken out after her abusive ex-partner was handed a 10-year restraining order.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:32:58 +0000Two men seen fleeing burning truck on M25 near St Albans
A motorist spotted two men fleeing a truck after it burst into flames on the M25 in Hertfordshire earlier today (March 2).
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:22:28 +0000Arrests made after property has window smashed and residents threatened
Two arrests have been made after the window of a property in Hemel Hempstead was smashed and the occupants were threatened.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:19:52 +000052 homes targeted for land near St Albans garden centre
A new 52-home plan has been submitted to the district council targeting land near a St Albans garden centre.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 12:11:12 +0000Drug dealer jailed after being caught with loaded gun and £36,000
A drug dealer who was caught in Radlett with a gun and £36,000 in cash has been jailed.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 12:01:55 +0000MP to host Q&A at 'save our village' meeting in Redbourn
The MP will undertake a Q&A session with the Redbourn community in a meeting title "save our village".
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:11:50 +0000Herts parents warned to speak with children amid dangerous 'school wars' trend
Parents across Hertfordshire are being advised to speak with their children amid a "dangerous" social media trend called "school wars".
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:59:37 +0000Fire crews provide first aid after Redbourn crash
Hertfordshire Constabulary has confirmed the details of a crash in Redbourn yesterday (March 1).
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:48:06 +00005 Hertfordshire planning applications you should know about
Here are five Hertfordshire planning applications you should know about.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 09:52:25 +0000On This Day: Storm Doris damages St Albans signal box
On this day in 2017, Storm Doris caused damage to St Albans station's South Signal Box.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:51:51 +0000St Albans starlet to headline iconic London Roundhouse venue
St Albans starlet, Asha Banks, will headline London's Roundhouse venue marking the biggest live show of her career.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:33:56 +0000Councillors vote in favour of Hertfordshire special needs school
County councillors have voted in favour of a new school in Buntingford for pupils with severe learning difficulties - subject to an advisory that the authority adopts a private road providing access to the site.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026 16:25:19 +0000Officers find missing Berkhamsted man
Officers are growing increasingly concerned for a missing man from Berkhamsted.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026 15:06:06 +0000Cheapest petrol and fuel stations in St Albans revealed
We've compiled a list of the top five cheapest places to buy unleaded petrol and diesel in St Albans, so you're not caught short when you need to fill up.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026 15:06:35 +0000Police thank faith and community leaders across Herts amid 'global instability'
Herts police have reassured and thanked faith and community leaders across the county amid "global instability, conflict and violence".
Sun, 01 Mar 2026 14:01:20 +0000Emergency services attend 'accident' in Redbourn
Emergency services are in attendance after an "accident" on Hemel Hempstead Road, Redbourn.