St Albans Review
Tue, 01 Jul 2025 09:39:31 +010016-year-old among pair charged for attempted vehicle theft in Hemel
A 16-year-old and 18-year-old have been charged following an attempted vehicle theft in Hemel Hempstead last weekend.
Tue, 01 Jul 2025 05:30:00 +0100School unveils new playground and multi-use games area
Alban City School has unveiled a new playground with MUGA, climbing frame and OPAL programme to boost play and learning.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:04:26 +0100Summary as Redbourn crash closes A5183
A crash has occurred on the A5183 Redbourn Road causing a road closure.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:38:21 +0100Gripping thriller about surveillance society to hit stage at the Abbey
The psychological thriller 'Enlightenment' by Shelagh Stephenson will be coming to the Abbey Theatre Studio and will run between July 4 and 12.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 13:38:26 +0100St Albans City ranked in bottom 500 train stations across UK
St Albans City has been named among the bottom 500 train stations in the UK, according to new data.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 12:13:25 +0100St Albans secondary school plans Sixth Form upgrades
St Albans' Samuel Ryder Academy is aiming to upgrade its Sixth Form provision as revealed by new plans.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 11:46:27 +0100Plan for 195 homes narrowly blocked amid grey belt controversy
Councillors have blocked a 195-home plan amid fears of Radlett merging with nearby towns in a narrow vote.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 11:18:12 +0100Amber heat health warning extended across Hertfordshire
An amber heat health alert has been extended across Hertfordshire, as this week is set to see temperatures rise above 30°C once again.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 11:05:17 +0100Update as Redbourn road reopens after crash
Herts police has issued an update following a road closure on Dunstable Road, Redbourn yesterday (June 29).
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 10:45:50 +0100World War II exhibition at Harpenden museum to share evacuees' stories
Discover "Harpenden in World War 2" at the Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamsted Park, exploring evacuee stories and home front life.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 10:39:05 +0100A1(M) Hatfield tunnel set to temporarily close tonight
The A1(M) Hatfield tunnel will be closed from 10pm tonight (June 30) until 5.30am tomorrow (July 1) due to tunnel works.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 09:59:37 +0100Potential Jubilee Square tenant to fit-out commercial space with £1m council fund
A potential tenant of Jubilee Square in St Albans is set to receive around £1.05 million to help complete the fitting-out of commercial space.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 09:31:09 +0100Pair found with suspected class A drugs and £5k cash during St Albans arrests
A pair have been arrested after being found with a large quantity of suspected class A drugs and £5,000 cash in a St Albans search.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 09:00:00 +0100Choir to perform opera choruses in upcoming concert in Harpenden
The Hardynge Choir will present classic opera choruses at St Nicholas Church in Harpenden on July 5.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 06:30:00 +0100Read full Ofsted for St Albans secondary school named 'outstanding in all areas'
Ofsted has published the full report for Beaumont School that was named outstanding in all areas.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 12:43:18 +0100'Stop using immediately': 3 items sold at Sainsbury's recalled over fire risks
Included in the recalls are a Bosch toaster, a Nutribullet blender, and a Tower air fryer sold at Sainsbury’s
Sun, 29 Jun 2025 14:01:00 +0100Historic Bricket Wood pub confirms reopening date after eight-year absence
After eight years of absence a The Old Fox pub in Bricket Wood has confirmed its opening date next week.
Sun, 29 Jun 2025 06:01:00 +0100Latest court results for St Albans and surrounding area
The latest court results for St Albans and the surrounding area, taken from St Albans Magistrates' Court.
Sun, 29 Jun 2025 18:09:58 +0100Experts warn that a swarm of flying ants 'the biggest in years' could hit UK
Experts are warning of a huge surge in flying ants, spurred on by the ideal combination of intermittent wet and warm weather across the UK.
Sun, 29 Jun 2025 18:02:41 +0100Why you must take a meter reading on Monday - or risk being overcharged
Billpayers should submit meter readings before the newly lowered Ofgem price cap comes into force, or risk being overcharged
Sat, 28 Jun 2025 13:35:27 +0100Long M25 delays after 'crash' near Watford - recap
There are long motorway delays as two lanes of the M25 are closed approaching the M1 due to a crash.
Sat, 28 Jun 2025 17:01:00 +0100Film academy helping young creatives take first steps into industry
Brilliant Film Academy in St Albans and Kings Langley offers hands-on film training for 11 to 19 year olds, industry links, and career opportunities in UK filmmaking.
Sat, 28 Jun 2025 12:01:00 +0100New highways contract for Hertfordshire to begin in autumn
The Hertfordshire County Council awards new highways contract to Ringway from October 2025, aiming to improve road maintenance and transport infrastructure.
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 16:52:28 +0100Altercation between pedestrian and Land Rover driver in St Albans
An altercation occurred in St Albans today involving a pedestrian and the driver of a Land Rover.
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 16:01:31 +0100Man connected to sexual offences arrested in St Albans city centre
A man has been arrested in St Albans city centre in connection with sexual offences.
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0100Citizens Advice St Albans District: Keeping one step ahead of the scammers
Citizens Advice St Albans District gives information and advice on how to avoid parcel delivery scams.
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 10:57:10 +0100Everything you need to know about tonight's FREE St Albans festival
Find out all the details about The Maltings Summer Sounds starting tonight.
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 09:00:00 +0100Daisy Cooper MP: How Parliament responds matters
St Albans MP Daisy Cooper on two deeply personal conscience votes which have taken place in Parliament this week.
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 06:19:00 +0100A hot weekend ahead for St Albans and Harpenden with Monday hitting high of 29C
St Albans and Harpenden weather: Met Office forecasts warm weekend with temperatures up to 29°C.
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100Railway line group celebrates 20 years of bringing people together
The Abbey Line Community Rail Partnership marks 20 years improving St Albans–Watford rail services with accessibility upgrades.
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 14:44:14 +0100Why you must take a meter reading on Monday - or risk being overcharged
Billpayers should submit meter readings before the newly lowered Ofgem price cap comes into force, or risk being overcharged
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 14:39:11 +0100Emergency alert test returning in 2025 with nearly all UK mobiles affected
Nearly every mobile phone in the UK is set to receive an emergency alert message in 2025 as part of a national test.
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 14:37:53 +0100Coronation Street character to fight for their life in tonight's episode
Coronation Street character Gary Windass, played by Mikey North, will be seen fighting for his life in tonight's episode following his disappearance.
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 14:37:14 +0100Major EastEnders exit is confirmed as popular star set to leave BBC soap
The BBC has confirmed one of its popular EastEnders stars will be leaving the soap.
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 14:35:37 +0100Brits issued Asian Hornets warning - How to keep your home and garden safe
Last year, the UK continued to experience some occurrences of Asian Hornets.
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 14:32:40 +0100Jet2 warn all passengers about latest passport rules in airports
Jet2 has issued some "important information" to thousands of passengers with upcoming bookings.
Thu, 26 Jun 2025 16:28:22 +0100Rising sports stars backed through national talent development programme
Everyone Active’s Sporting Champions scheme backs 37 St Albans and Harpenden athletes for 2025, offering free training, mentoring and support for rising sports stars.
Thu, 26 Jun 2025 15:52:15 +0100Pair jailed for 15 years after violent robberies in Welwyn Garden City and Hemel
Two criminals, formerly of Welwyn Garden City, have been sentenced to a combined total of 15 years in jail for two violent robbery offences in Hertfordshire.
Thu, 26 Jun 2025 15:05:01 +0100Three men arrested in connection with vehicle thefts
Three men have been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit thefts of motor vehicles.
Thu, 26 Jun 2025 15:12:28 +0100New waiting restrictions aim to 'improve safety' of St Albans road
Today (June 26), St Albans motorists can expect to see a new set of waiting restrictions aimed to improve the safety of a city centre road.
Thu, 26 Jun 2025 14:24:49 +0100St Albans church welcomes new minister to lead 'exciting' chapter
Dagnall Street Baptist Church in St Albans city centre welcomed Reverend Mark Welch as their new minister.
Thu, 26 Jun 2025 12:13:14 +0100Campaign to tackle anti-social driving in Chiswell Green commences
After years of complaints from residents, a campaign to prevent anti-social driving on the A405 in Chiswell Green has begun, utilising new technology.
Thu, 26 Jun 2025 11:27:18 +0100Serious heat health alert issued for Hertfordshire as temperatures soar
A serious heat heath alert has been issued across Hertfordshire, as this weekend sees temperatures rise up to 30C again.
Thu, 26 Jun 2025 10:40:15 +0100St Albans' highest rated farm shop that sells 'extremely delicious' food
There’s nothing like strolling around your favourite farm shop, but have you visited St Albans' highest-rated venue?
Thu, 26 Jun 2025 11:10:31 +0100Nail salon closes after blaze in Hemel Hempstead town centre
A fire occurred in Hemel Hempstead town centre last night, which is thought to have involved Lux Nails Bar at 145 Marlowes.
Thu, 26 Jun 2025 06:01:00 +0100St Albans secondary school named 'outstanding' in all areas by Ofsted
Beaumont School in Oakwood Drive has announced that it has been judged ‘outstanding’ in all areas by Ofsted, following a recent inspection.
Thu, 26 Jun 2025 14:04:23 +0100Urgent government health warning issued as Salmonella cases linked to cheese
People can die from Salmonella via dehydration or if the bacteria enters the bloodstream, which can lead to sepsis — a life-threatening reaction
Thu, 26 Jun 2025 09:39:35 +0100Full list of River Island stores set to close as hundreds of jobs at risk
River Island has announced the locations of the 33 shops it is set to close across the UK by January 2026.
Wed, 25 Jun 2025 17:21:16 +010024/7 road closure in Sandridge creates huge diversion
Motorists on High Street, Sandridge, are facing a major diversion route while 24/7 works are carried out.
Wed, 25 Jun 2025 16:34:14 +0100Thieves who stole goods worth thousands barred from major UK shopping chains
Three thieves pleaded guilty to stealing goods worth more than £5,000 from Boots in London Colney - and two have been barred from three chains as part of their bail.