St Albans Review

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.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:37:58 +0100
Over 100 Manga books 'stolen' in string of Waterstones thefts
Police are releasing images of two people they want to identify after books were stolen in St Albans.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:27:50 +0100
Planning bid lodged amid works on 'unauthorised' Flamstead encampment
The Flamstead village saga has ramped up as an applicant has now submitted planning permission for Gypsy and Traveller pitches on the "unauthorised encampment" site.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:14:14 +0100
'XL Bully' injures dog and owner in Radlett pub garden 'attack'
An "XL Bully" has injured a dog and its owner during an alleged attack in a pub on Watling Street, Radlett.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:33:38 +0100
Strictly Come Dancing star to face no charges after Hertfordshire rape arrest
A Strictly Come Dancing star who was arrested on suspicion of rape in Hertfordshire will face no charges.

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:07:33 +0100
Flamstead village encampment dispute - what we know so far
A dispute over an "unauthorised encampment" in Flamstead, Hertfordshire, is continuing despite council intervention - here is what we know so far.

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:39:03 +0100
Live updates as 'broken down vehicle' causes delays on M25
There are delays on the M25 and A1(M) in Hertfordshire this afternoon following reports of a broken-down vehicle

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:38:38 +0100
'Unauthorised' London Colney fireworks display 'upsets' residents
The parish council has described a fireworks display as "inconsiderate" after many residents in London Colney were left "upset" over the weekend.

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:09:04 +0100
Nearly 200 claims of Blue Badge fraud reported in eight month period
Blue badge misuse remains at the top of Hertfordshire County Council’s fraud register, with 189 allegations reported between April and December last year.

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:24:11 +0100
St Albans' Topps Tiles store survives after retailer announces closures
St Albans' Topps Tiles store will not be closing after the retailer announced a number of sites would go.

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:17:29 +0100
Trio of Peregrine eggs mark Easter weekend at St Albans Cathedral
A trio of Peregrine Falcon eggs have been laid at St Albans Cathedral, delighting viewers over the Easter weekend.

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:13:53 +0100
I went to St Albans' newest car boot sale - here's what I thought
A popular car boot sale has officially moved to St Albans with hundreds flooding to Oaklands College on Easter Sunday

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:35:22 +0100
St Albans man's London Marathon run inspired by mother's cancer battles
A St Albans man inspired by his mum’s battle against four different cancers is taking on the London Marathon 2026 to raise vital funds for world-leading cancer research institute.

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:18:27 +0100
Hospital doctors go on strike after anger over pay offer
Doctors at Addenbrooke's Hospital have gone on strike this morning after rejecting a pay offer from the Government.

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
St Albans parkrun results: 40 personal bests at event number 673
St Albans parkrun welcomed 381 participants for its 673rd event at Verulamium Park.

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 17:01:00 +0100
Crowd gather to learn more about vision at Herts event
An opticians has been praised for helping residents learn more about their vision.

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 16:52:06 +0100
Police presence in Flamstead as 'allegations made' during encampment dispute
Hertfordshire Constabulary has confirmed a police presence remains in Flamstead following a "number of allegations" made during a development dispute.

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 16:21:56 +0100
Willows Activity Farm to host 'quack-packed' Spring school holiday event
Willows Activity Farm is hosting a Jemima’s Jamboree event over the Spring school holidays.

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:38:51 +0100
Bench unveiled in Harpenden to mark father's battle with heart disease
A father of two whose heart stopped beating at work aged just 24, has unveiled a "living tribute" in Harpenden marking his life-changing journey.

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:46:10 +0100
RECAP: Police close M1 northbound between St Albans and Flamstead after crash
The M1 is closed in Hertfordshire between St Albans and Flamstead following a crash with police at the scene.

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:18:42 +0100
Flamstead fights back after 'unauthorised encampment' takes over village
Residents have united against "unauthorised building" on green belt land surrounding Flamstead village in Hertfordshire.

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:01:00 +0100
‘Screaming’ red risk that local government reform could impact on services
Plans for sweeping changes to local government have led to a “screaming” red risk of the impact on delivery of services to Hertfordshire residents, a meeting was told.

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0100
In Memoriam: Death notices in the Herts Advertiser
The Herts Advertiser has published two death notices in the last seven days.

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 18:51:45 +0100
Live updates as crash shuts M1
The M1 is closed northbound between Hemel Hempstead and Dunstable this evening (Saturday April 4) following reports of a crash.

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Four-bed St Albans house with 110ft garden on sale for £1.1m
A semi-detached house in Beechwood Avenue, St Albans with a 110ft private rear garden is on the market for £1,100,000.

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