A teenage student has been named the UK’s best young orator after winning a national public speaking competition.

Concern over the future of St Albans Sound Bites festival is growing after a sister event was cancelled and another has now disappeared from the company's website.

St Albans Striders have secured the Hertfordshire Mid Week Road Race League title for the fifth consecutive year.

A striking new mural celebrating hope, resilience, and belonging has been unveiled at Marlborough Science Academy, anchored on the daily experiences of today's youth.

A rehoming centre is urgently appealing for volunteer foster carers to help more pets in need.

The Bakery Stop is set to "reopen" its doors in St Albans after its predecessor shut in September 2025.

Grand Trunk Road by Papa J’s has opened a new Harpenden restaurant after more than 20 years of success in Luton.

St Albans has been named one of the happiest places to live in the UK in a new list for 2026.

Three brand-new driving experiences have launched at a Hertfordshire's Bovingdon Airfield.

You may notice a pungent smell of tarmac and some much smoother driving when heading over the St Albans City railway bridge today (July 7), as the busy stretch of road has now been resurfaced.

The headmaster at Beechwood Park School in Markyate has seen his meaningful magic trick go viral.

St Albans parkrun welcomed 440 participants for its 686th event at Verulamium Park.

Nigel Farage has resigned as MP for Clacton, triggering a by-election as he denies wrongdoing over allegations about financial support.

Hertfordshire animal rights campaigner Polly Foreman has taken part in a protest against Spain’s Running of the Bulls.

Police have issued an update amid an ongoing £20,000 scheme to tackle street racing and anti-social driving that has been going on "for years" in St Albans.

St Albans' popular Verulamium Splash Park has reopened early as temperatures soar.

A wanted shoplifter from St Albans attempted to hide from police by putting a TK Maxx carrier bag over his head.

The carers of a man accused of throwing a three-year-old boy into a crocodile enclosure at Johnsons of Old Hurst are under investigation.

Here are five Hertfordshire planning applications that you should know about.

Waltham Place Farm is an hour from Hertfordshire and is loved by gardening expert Monty Don.

A new immersive lemur experience at Hertfordshire Zoo is opening this month.

The Herts Advertiser has published four death notices in the last seven days.

UK drivers could be breaking the Highway Code by driving while wearing sunglasses this summer

A UK food wholesaler has recalled some pasta as the packaging does not declare all of its ingredients and poses a "possible health risk" to customers.

Another heatwave is on its way, the Met Office said, with temperatures expected to reach 34C in parts of the UK in July.

Hitchin Lavender, an award-winning family farm in Hertfordshire with sweeping flower fields, has been described as a "must-see" by visitors.

As temperatures soar again next week, residents across Hertfordshire are no doubt hunting for ice cream to help cool down.

An incident involving weapons has led to two properties in Radlett, Hertfordshire, being partially closed by police.

A three-year-old boy who was injured in a zoo’s crocodile enclosure at Johnson's of Old Hurst faces more surgeries, his parents have said.

Here are seven Hertfordshire criminals who were convicted in June, including a rapist and two luxury car thieves.

The Bull Pen Tearooms in Radlett have been described as "outstanding" and "delicious" by fans.

A four-bedroom house with an outdoor swimming pool in Redbournbury Lane, St Albans, is on the market for £1,925,000

Sir Keir Starmer announced on yesterday (July 2) that pubs across England and Wales will be able to stay open until 5am for the round of 16 match.

Tring has been named among England's most underrated towns - Here's why.

Detectives investigating the murder of a man who was found seriously injured in a car park have found the car they believe he was last seen in.

A Hertfordshire County Council employee who stole funds from a disabled adult he was meant to be supporting has been sentenced.

A prolific fare dodger from Hertfordshire has been warned he could be sent to prison and has more than 100 convictions for not paying for train tickets.

Vulnerable and older residents have been approached in Hertsmere car parks before having their bank cards stolen, police have revealed.

A zoo where a three-year-old boy was seriously injured after he was thrown into a crocodile enclosure has broken its silence.

A man who repeatedly stole railway cable across Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire, while on bail for the same offence, has been jailed.

More than £20,000 has been raised to pay for the treatment of a three-year-old boy who was thrown into a crocodile enclosure at a Huntingdonshire zoo.

An investigation has been launched after a boy was knocked off his bike before it was stolen in London Colney.

St Albans City & district council is carrying out repairs today at London Road Car Park.

Police have released an image of a man after a victim was assaulted trying to retrieve his stolen phone on a London-bound train in Hertfordshire.

More than £2,000 has been raised via GoFundMe to pay for the treatment of a three-year-old boy who was thrown into a crocodile enclosure in Cambridgeshire.

A man has been charged in connection with five thefts from women at supermarkets in Harpenden and Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire.

The family of a three-year-old boy who was seriously injured after he was thrown into a zoo's crocodile enclosure have broken their silence.

A new playground and multi-use games area was unveiled at Alban City School in St Albans.

An evening of recognition put employers and learners in the spotlight for their dedication, partnership and achievement.

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.