St Albans Review

Thu, 21 May 2026 09:21:16 +0100
Arrest made after 20-year-old found with 'knife and class A drugs' in St Albans
A 20-year-old man has been arrested after being found with a "knife and class A drugs" in St Albans.

Wed, 20 May 2026 16:36:02 +0100
Staff member robbed at knifepoint in Chiswell Green store
A robbery at a convenience store in Chiswell Green has prompted a police appeal for witnesses and information.

Wed, 20 May 2026 15:26:38 +0100
MP credits borough council after 'strong outcome' for Flamstead residents
The MP has credited the borough council after what she deems to be a "strong outcome" from the High Court case involving Flamstead's unauthorised encampment.

Wed, 20 May 2026 14:49:08 +0100
Offender 'made off' after interfering with vehicle in Harpenden
An investigation has been launched after someone attempted to open the door of a parked vehicle in Harpenden.

Wed, 20 May 2026 12:47:57 +0100
Plan for 22-bed care home and assisted living development in St Albans
A new care facility is being proposed to support residents with specialist needs and enhance community care provision.

Wed, 20 May 2026 12:26:00 +0100
Nominations open for Pride in Fenland awards to celebrate unsung local heroes
Nominations are now open for the annual Pride in Fenland Awards, which celebrate unsung heroes in the community.

Wed, 20 May 2026 11:42:51 +0100
Suspended sentence for Herts carer who stole jewellery from vulnerable victims
A Hertfordshire carer has been handed a suspended prison sentenced for stealing jewellery from two vulnerable people under her care.

Wed, 20 May 2026 11:34:28 +0100
No trains between St Albans and Watford this weekend
No trains are set to run between St Albans Abbey and Watford Junction this weekend.

Wed, 20 May 2026 11:05:41 +0100
St Albans pizza shop makes 'difficult decision' to close
PizzAyo's in Victoria Street, St Albans has made the "difficult decision" to close its doors.

Wed, 20 May 2026 10:19:00 +0100
Can this beautiful crossbreed find her forever home?
In this week's RSPCA Southridge 'Find Me a Home' appeal, crossbreed Nancy asks: "Can you give me a home?"

Wed, 20 May 2026 13:46:57 +0100
More than 100 call on council to 'save' tree set to make way for rail freight
More than 100 Hertfordshire residents have called on the county council not to fell a “beautiful and mature tree” on the Park Street roundabout.

Tue, 19 May 2026 15:56:14 +0100
Rape trial of former Arsenal footballer Thomas Partey delayed until 2027
The rape trial of former Arsenal player Thomas Partey has been delayed until June 2027.

Tue, 19 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Discover the 'magical' gothic mansion famous worldwide for its rock concerts
Looking for a gothic country to explore with an estate perfect for a family day out? Then look no further than Knebworth House, near Stevenage.

Tue, 19 May 2026 15:53:36 +0100
Cash and purse stolen from living room of St Albans home
Cash and a purse were stolen during a burglary at a St Albans home.

Tue, 19 May 2026 15:41:54 +0100
Foodies festival announces St Albans dates for 2026
A festival celebrating food, drink and music is set to return for a packed weekend.

Tue, 19 May 2026 15:22:42 +0100
St Albans city centre scheme receives £12.5 million funding boost
A St Peter's Street development is taking shape amid a £12.5 million funding boost from Paragon Development Finance.

Tue, 19 May 2026 14:45:36 +0100
New franchise owner launches pop-up play city for young children
A child-led play franchise’s St Albans branch is now under the management of a local mum.

Tue, 19 May 2026 13:19:58 +0100
Gastropub shuts permanently after almost 12 years in city centre
The Beech House in St Peter's Street, St Albans has thanked customers after its closure on Sunday.

Tue, 19 May 2026 12:19:17 +0100
High court upholds injunction for Flamstead traveller site
A judge has upheld an interim planning injunction aimed at halting the development of an unauthorised gypsy and traveller site in Flamstead.

Tue, 19 May 2026 10:40:24 +0100
Convicted St Albans burglar returned to prison on day of release
A convicted burglar from the St Albans area has been returned to prison on the day of his release.

Tue, 19 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100
St Albans parkrun results: 59 personal bests at event number 679
St Albans parkrun welcomed 367 participants for its 679th event at Verulamium Park.

Tue, 19 May 2026 15:29:54 +0100
Strictly's new hosts confirmed as Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe
The BBC has confirmed that Strictly Come Dancing’s new hosts are Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe.

Tue, 19 May 2026 08:46:38 +0100
Channel 4 removes all MAFS UK episodes from streaming after sex assault allegations
Channel 4 has removed all seasons of Married at First Sight UK after "very serious allegations" made against former "contributors" of the show.

Mon, 18 May 2026 17:00:55 +0100
Cornish clothing brand confirms opening date for St Albans store
Seasalt Cornwall has confirmed the opening date of its new St Albans store in The Maltings.

Mon, 18 May 2026 16:08:01 +0100
Poodle found cramped in squalid property finds loving Hertfordshire home
A poodle that was found among 250 others crammed in a Nottinghamshire property has found a new loving home in Hertfordshire.

Mon, 18 May 2026 14:34:17 +0100
Herts man 'emotionally and financially' suffering after London kidnapping
A Hertfordshire man is "suffering both financially and emotionally" after he was kidnapped by four men who stole more than £10,000 from his bank and cryptocurrency accounts.

Mon, 18 May 2026 14:20:49 +0100
Herts group which welcomes refugees taking part in national kindness event
Herts Welcomes Refugees (HWR) has joined in with the A Million Acts of Hope project - a national campaign highlighting everyday kindness across the country.

Mon, 18 May 2026 13:00:07 +0100
St Albans Spring Festival returns for successful second year - in pictures
St Albans Spring Festival 2026 returned for a second year and was a "huge success" last weekend.

Mon, 18 May 2026 12:06:15 +0100
Historic Hertfordshire museum wins 'transport blue plaque' award
A museum has been awarded a prestigious heritage plaque.

Mon, 18 May 2026 11:44:51 +0100
'Deceptive' woman avoids jail after defrauding £139k from Herts employer
A woman has avoided jail after attempting to claim more around £139,000 in expenses from her Hertfordshire employer in a prolonged expense claim scheme.

Mon, 18 May 2026 11:07:45 +0100
Peregrine chick sadly dies amid cathedral breeding season
A Peregrine Falcon chick has sadly died amid this year's breeding season at St Albans Cathedral.

Mon, 18 May 2026 10:47:57 +0100
Arrest made after 'assault' inside St Albans Dunelm store
An arrest has been made following an "assault" at the Dunelm store in St Albans.

Mon, 18 May 2026 10:14:36 +0100
Man taken to hospital after St Albans A414 crash
A man has been taken to hospital following a crash on the A414 in St Albans.

Fri, 15 May 2026 14:16:37 +0100
Well-known nursery brand takes over CAMRA office site in St Albans
Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery is set to replace offices formerly home to the St Albans CAMRA branch.

Mon, 18 May 2026 09:18:00 +0100
Major development for Essex & Herts Air Ambulance charity
Essex & Herts Air Ambulance has been awarded its own Air Operator Certificate.

Mon, 18 May 2026 13:01:22 +0100
Domestic abuse soars in Hertfordshire over last 12 months
Reports of domestic abuse have increased by more than 10% in Hertfordshire over the last year, according to figures from Herts Constabulary.

Sun, 17 May 2026 18:15:00 +0100
Man wanted by police over 'violent offences' found
Hertfordshire Police are appealing for the public's help to locate a man from Kings Langley wanted over violent offences.

Sun, 17 May 2026 15:01:00 +0100
Herts families face change to home-to-school transport support
Families will see home-to-school transport support shift to personal travel budgets as part of a new council policy.

Sun, 17 May 2026 13:00:00 +0100
10 pubs in Hertfordshire you have to visit at least once
If you're looking for the best place to buy a pint or book a Sunday roast in Hertfordshire, then look no further than these 10 pubs.

Sun, 17 May 2026 09:00:00 +0100
In Memoriam: Death notices in the Herts Advertiser
The Herts Advertiser has published six death notices in the last seven days.

Sat, 16 May 2026 13:00:00 +0100
The 4 best spots to see bluebells in Hertfordshire
Muddy Stilettos has revealed the four best spots in Hertfordshire to see the most beautiful display of bluebells.

Sat, 16 May 2026 12:31:00 +0100
Two Harpenden neighbours win gold at world marmalade awards
A friendly rivalry has turned into international success for two neighbours.

Sat, 16 May 2026 12:01:00 +0100
Car parking charges in Hertfordshire village set to increase
Motorists are facing higher charges for parking in Radlett.

Sat, 16 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Four-bed 1930s home in St Albans with hot tub on the market for £1.1m
A 1930s family home in St Albans is currently on the market for £1.1 million.

Fri, 15 May 2026 16:30:39 +0100
Farm park to host sheep-shearing demonstrations
A farm park is inviting visitors to experience the sights and sounds of sheep shearing up close.

Fri, 15 May 2026 16:24:36 +0100
Farmer shares horrific images after lamb butchered in 'barbaric' illegal killing
A Radlett farmer whose lamb was butchered in a “barbaric” killing in a field has shared shocking photos of the remains.

Fri, 15 May 2026 15:37:04 +0100
Police update after reports of man 'grabbing members of the public'
Police have issued an update after reports of a man "grabbing random passing members of the public" outside Tesco Express in Radlett.

Fri, 15 May 2026 14:52:09 +0100
Short-stay parking vouchers considered for St Albans customers
Parking vouchers could be introduced for visitors heading to St Albans businesses.

Fri, 15 May 2026 11:30:00 +0100
Beware 'scam' email warning of £500 smoke alarm charge
An email scam warning of a £500 fee for homes without a working smoke alarm has been reported in Hertfordshire.

Fri, 15 May 2026 11:20:39 +0100
'Extraordinary' Flamstead gardener to make final BBC Radio 4 appearance
An "extraordinary" Flamstead gardener is set to making his final moving appearance on BBC Radio 4's Gardeners' Question Time.

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