St Albans Review

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:38:26 +0100
On This Day: Demolition begins on former BHS site in St Albans
Demolition work commenced on the former BHS site in St Albans city centre.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:02:48 +0100
Hertfordshire student dies after being pulled from river
A University of Hertfordshire student has died after being pulled from a river by emergency services - with an inquest set to open tomorrow.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:47:37 +0100
On This Day: Harpenden pub customer wins 11kg Easter egg
A pub customer in Harpenden experienced an unexpected surprise when he won an 11kg Easter egg during a charity raffle.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:10:19 +0100
Fraudster who made £86k from selling counterfeit Rolex watches jailed
Fraudster Christopher Mancini has been jailed after making £86,000 from selling counterfeit Rolex watches.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:02:43 +0100
Tom Holland and Catherine Zeta-Jones among stars of County Hall filming
Filming at County Hall earned Hertfordshire County Council around £312,000 last year, the Local Democracy Reporting Service can reveal.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:38:39 +0100
Staff injured after man threw 'computer and banner' in Hemel station attack
A staff member was injured after a man threw a "computer and banner" at them during an alleged attack at Hemel station.

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:21:38 +0100
Economic boost expected from Chicken George as St Albans licence agreed
The district council suggested Chicken George Jnr will provide and "economic boost and an increase in footfall" to St Albans as it agrees the restaurant's licence.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:50:45 +0100
Inquest to open into death of Soham killer Ian Huntley
An inquest is due to open today into the death of Soham killer Ian Huntley, who died days after a prison attack.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:16:05 +0100
Ex-Arsenal player Thomas Partey pleads not guilty to two new rape allegations
Ex-Arsenal player Thomas Partey has pleaded not guilty to two new allegations of rape.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:27:09 +0100
St Albans secondary school 'thrilled' to welcome new headteacher
The team at Samuel Ryder Academy in St Albans are thrilled to welcome a new headteacher, Kyle Barry.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:11:55 +0100
St Albans City of Ale 2026 - everything you need to know
Anticipation is bubbling in pub across the city ahead of this weekend as St Albans' very-own City of Ale is held - here is everything you need to know for the festival of all things beer.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:30:00 +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.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
St Albans parkrun results: 34 personal bests at event number 674
St Albans parkrun welcomed 372 participants for its 674th event at Verulamium.

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:55:59 +0100
Radlett takeaway given 1/5 hygiene rating as 'major improvement needed'
Chinese takeaway Paya, in Radlett, has been handed a 1/5 food hygiene rating with “major improvement” needed in two areas.

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:49:11 +0100
Herts 'criminal gang' charged with nearly 40 burglaries
Members of a "criminal gang" have been charged in connection with multiple home burglaries across Hertfordshire.

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:26:56 +0100
Two charged after £190,000 worth of stock stolen from Boots stores
Two men have been charged with conspiracy to commit theft in connection to £190,000 worth of stock being stolen from Boots stores.

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:20:10 +0100
Historic St Albans pub 'gutted' after sentimental certificate 'stolen'
The team at an historic St Albans pub are "gutted" after a sentimental certificate was allegedly stolen.

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:09:06 +0100
Four kittens saved from death find forever homes
A litter of four kittens have been saved from death after an attempt to throw them into a canal was prevented by a passer-by.

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:30:52 +0100
Harpenden banking hub delayed after 'unexpected challenges'
The opening of Harpenden's new banking hub has been delayed due to "unexpected challenges".

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:12:18 +0100
New BBC drama series filmed across Hemel Hempstead and Herts
Images of film crews shooting for a new BBC drama across Hemel Hempstead have been released by the borough council.

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:29:17 +0100
MP slams 'heartbreaking' illegal Flamstead development in government letter
The MP has slammed a "heartbreaking" illegal development on Flamstead green belt in a letter penned to the government.

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:59:51 +0100
Town council reveal why 'treasured' Harpenden play park is closed
Rothamsted Park in Harpenden will be closed today and tomorrow (April 13 and 14) to allow thorough works to be safely conducted.

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:56:18 +0100
On This Day: More than 100 dead lambs dumped on farm near St Albans
A shocking incident unfolded near St Albans as more than 100 dead lambs were discovered dumped on Hill Farm.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:52:03 +0100
Herts residents help county council plant over 100,000 trees
Hertfordshire County Council has exceeded its ambition to support the planting of more than 100,000 trees in 2025/26, according to newly published data.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0100
In Memoriam: Death notices in the Herts Advertiser
The Herts Advertiser has published one death notice in the last seven days.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 09:58:06 +0100
Hertfordshire dads win £550,000 after scooping National Lottery prizes
Two Hertfordshire dads have won a combined £549,000 after scooping National Lottery prizes.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Four-bed bungalow with swimming pool in St Albans on market for £1.8m
A four-bedroom bungalow with a swimming pool in Beaumont Avenue, St Albans is on the market £1,850,000.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:14:45 +0100
What is the legality of Flamstead's Gypsy and Traveller encampment?
After a flurry of activity over the Easter Weekend, the dust has seemingly settled on Flamstead's encampment dispute as police investigate claims and the borough council ordered work to halt.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:50:59 +0100
Update after crews attend Harpenden fly-tip fire
Herts Fire and Rescue Service has published an update after crews attended a fire in Harpenden caused by a fly-tip.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:26:36 +0100
Vintage Porsche and mystery actor spotted as St Albans filming enters second day
A vintage Porsche was the star of the show as film crews returned to Woodland Drive in St Albans for a second day of filming for a "BBC series"

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:51:58 +0100
Violent criminal jailed after assaulting women at pub and driving 150mph on M1
A violent criminal has been jailed after committing a string of offences across Hemel Hempstead.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:24:22 +0100
AI driving more people to ask council for information, report states
Hertfordshire County Council is dealing with “more complex” requests for information because of artificial intelligence (AI), according to data provided to members.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:58:58 +0100
On This Day: Popular St Albans pub reopens after refurbishment
A beloved St Albans pub reopened following an extensive refurbishment and change of management.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:53:55 +0100
Westminster Lodge spa reopens after £400,000 refurbishment
The newly revamped Verulamium Spa Retreat at Westminster Lodge Leisure Centre in St Albans is now ready to welcome visitors.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Weather conditions set to turn cooler in St Albans and Harpenden after sunny period
According to the Met Office, residents can expect a noticeable drop in daytime highs, along with more cloud and brisker winds.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:48:37 +0100
Sandridge pub burglary sparks police appeal
A burglary at the Rose and Crown pub in Sandridge has sparked a police appeal.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:56:21 +0100
7 famous people you never knew grew up in Hertfordshire
Here are seven famous people who grew up in Hertfordshire.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:45:13 +0100
Banking giant targets branch in new St Albans city centre unit
Barclays Bank is targeting a fresh unit on St Peter's Street, St Albans, for a new branch.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:00:07 +0100
Film crews shoot at St Albans home for 'BBC series'
Film crews have been spotted in and around a St Albans home in Woodland Drive for a "returning BBC series".

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:43:06 +0100
Developers reveal plans for 8,500-home 'new town' in Hertfordshire
Developers have revealed plans to build an 8,500-home "new town" on the Hertfordshire-Essex border.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:49:10 +0100
Oil price tumbles following ceasefire but when will drivers see cheaper fuel?
Oil prices have fallen after a ceasefire deal, but UK drivers may wait weeks for cheaper petrol as pump prices adjust more slowly.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:40:01 +0100
Dispersal order after large 'antisocial' crowd gathers in St Albans retail park
A dispersal order was put in place after an "antisocial" crowd was seen at a St Albans retail park.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:15:22 +0100
On This Day: Developer breathes new life into historic St Albans building
Developer Taylor Wimpey North Thames launched a new development in St Albans, breathing new life into the historic Grade II listed building.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 09:53:46 +0100
'Threats, criminal damage and traffic offences' investigated amid Flamstead dispute
An investigation into incidents related to the Flamstead encampment dispute are continuing say police.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 09:05:03 +0100
Fundraiser after 'stolen' coffee trailer found damaged in Herts village
Trailer stolen from well-known coffee brand found damaged in Herts village.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:51:59 +0100
M&S confirms it's discontinuing Percy Pig product leaving shoppers 'heartbroken'
Marks & Spencer (M&S) has confirmed it is "phasing out" Percy Pig Phizzy Fruit Juice Drinks.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:50:51 +0100
Lidl announces plans to open 50 new UK supermarkets creating 2,000 jobs
Lidl has more than 1,000 stores across Britain, employing more than 35,000 workers.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:03:06 +0100
Three taken to hospital after car flips on its roof in Berko crash
Three people have been taken to hospital after a car flipped onto its roof in a crash on the A41 in Berkhamsted.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:22:10 +0100
Popular Herts coffee brand 'devastated' after trailer 'stolen' overnight
Oh Crumbs! Coffee brand is "devastated" after sharing that its trailer was stolen overnight.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:28:21 +0100
Opening hours of city centre convenience store upheld despite residents' fears
Despite significant concern from residents, the district council has upheld the opening hours of a new convenience store coming to St Albans city centre.

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