St Albans Review
Fri, 20 Feb 2026 09:16:54 +0000On This Day: New homes launch at St Albans retirement development
A new show home at the Maryland Place retirement development in St Albans was set to open its doors.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000Grey but milder weekend ahead for St Albans and Harpenden
Residents in St Albans and Harpenden can expect a largely grey but milder weekend, according to the Met Office.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 15:53:04 +0000Documents reveal plan for second St Albans Lidl store
Documents attached to plans for Abbey View Retail Park have revealed there may be another Lidl coming to St Albans.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 15:52:18 +0000On This Day: Large fire breaks out at outbuilding in St Albans
High flames could be seen from more than 100 metres away after the incident unfolded on Harpenden Road.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:27:37 +0000Site of ex-government crime-busting centre on sale for £1.25 million in Sandridge
The Home Office’s Centre for Applied Science and Technology (CAST) at Woodcock Hill has been put up for sale for £1.25 million by Carter Jonas.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 13:01:51 +0000New Hertfordshire County Council tax 2026/27 amounts announced
Council tax charges for Hertfordshire County Council services are set to increase by 4.99% from April, following the approval of a £1.2 billion budget.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:33:52 +0000King Charles releases first statement following arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor
King Charles has shared his first statement following the arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:29:46 +0000High-value bicycle stolen in 'messy' St Albans burglary
A high-value bicycle has reportedly been stolen in a "messy" St Albans burglary.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:05:56 +0000Fresh appeal as hunt for wanted man with links to St Albans continues
A fresh appeal has been launched as police remain on the hunt for a wanted man with links to St Albans and Watford.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:20:03 +0000Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested for 'misconduct' at Sandringham Estate
Reports say that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:12:09 +0000Dangerous driver caught speeding at 70mph near Hemel school jailed
A man has been jailed in connection with a dangerous driving offence in Hemel Hempstead.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:47:20 +0000Historic Harpenden pub remains open despite subsidence risk
An historic Harpenden pub has confirmed it remains open amid a risk of subsidence.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:14:20 +0000Mystery as officers find chicken coop on St Albans A-road
Surprised officers find chicken coop in the middle of the A414 North Orbital Road, St Albans.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:24:59 +0000What is misconduct in public office as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested?
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested on charges of misconduct in public office.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:58:18 +0000Pubs to get extended opening hours until as late as 2am for 2026 World Cup
The Home Secretary has agreed for venues to stay open until 1am for most knockout games and until 2am for 10pm kick-offs during the 2026 World Cup.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:54:38 +0000Energy bills could drop by 7 per cent in April and some homes could save even more
Bills are set to fall 7% in April, but households on cheap fixed deals could save up to 18%. Here’s what to know before Ofgem’s announcement.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 16:41:12 +000065 weeks of works affect A414 between London Colney and Park Street roundabouts
Road users beware as an estimated 65 weeks of roadworks have commenced on the A414 between the London Colney and Park Street roundabouts.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:33:04 +0000In pictures - Hundreds flock to annual St Albans Pancake Day Race
The rain held off as fantastic flippers and hundreds of onlookers flocked to the city centre for the St Albans Pancake Day Race 2026.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 14:46:01 +0000Hemel address closed after tenant became 'cuckooing' victim
A partial closure order has been granted for an address in Hemel Hempstead following concerns around anti-social behaviour and drugs use.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:20:29 +0000Thameslink disruption may 'become thing of the past' says St Albans MP
The St Albans MP has reassured Thameslink commuters, revealing that disruption on train services toward London may "become a thing of the past".
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:33:37 +0000St Albans pizza business serves up slices to celebrities, footballers and singers
A St Albans pizza business has revealed all after serving slices to celebrities like Jack Wilshire and Martin Kemp.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:27:00 +0000High Street TV’s £1Million stock clearance sale is still on
With a wide range of products, High Street TV has everything for the home and garden and lots in between.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:58:15 +0000K-pop concert experience coming to Harpenden
A K-pop concert experience will be coming to Harpenden.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000Escaped horse rescued from canal by firefighters
A horse has been rescued by firefighters from Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service after it got trapped in a canal.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:58:22 +0000Newsquest staff to sleep out for youth homelessness charity
Staff at Newsquest - publisher of this website - are taking part in a sponsored sleepout to help end youth homelessness.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:24:16 +0000Update after police presence in St Albans city centre
Herts police has published an update after a large police presence in St Peter's Street in St Albans.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:15:36 +0000Bomb squad called to Hemel after 'unexploded WW2 device' found in garden
Hertfordshire Constabulary's bomb squad was called to Hemel Hempstead this morning amid reports of an unexploded Second World War device in the area.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:55:13 +0000Investigation pending after St Albans vehicle fire
An investigation is pending following a vehicle fire in Etna Road, St Albans.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:22:56 +0000Topshop opens Hertfordshire store in major relaunch
Topshop has finally returned to Hertfordshire, launching in the town centre's John Lewis store this morning.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 13:56:00 +0000Missing teen known to frequent Hemel Hempstead and Hitchin
A missing teenager who is known to frequent Hemel Hempstead has prompted a police appeal.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 13:30:48 +0000Wartime history of Harpenden back in the spotlight with new exhibition
A new exhibition in Harpenden tells the story of the town’s role during the First World War and has drawn praise from the Deputy Mayor.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 12:20:21 +0000New countywide campaign launched to celebrate Hertfordshire's diversity
Herts Together, a countywide initiative in Hertfordshire, will run throughout 2026 and aims to honour community spirit, compassion, and unity through a packed programme of events and activities.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:20:00 +0000'Greater risk to life' as yellow health alert issued in Hertfordshire
The UK Health Security Agency has issued a yellow health alert for the east of England, including Hertfordshire, as cold weather approaches.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 09:49:00 +0000Festival at Roman theatre of St Albans announces new season programme
The Roman Theatre Open Air Festival, staged at the historic Roman Theatre of Verulamium and produced by OVO, will run from June 5 to August 31.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 08:30:00 +0000On This Day: St Albans campaigners call for planes to 'fly higher'
Campaigners in St Albans called for planes departing from Luton Airport to fly higher to reduce noise pollution over their communities.
Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:55:55 +0000'One-hour free' parking bays announced for Harpenden after year-long dispute
After a year of contest from Harpenden residents, businesses, the local MP and town council, plans for around 40 "one-hour free" parking bays in the town centre have been revealed.
Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:34:51 +0000Popular Harpenden-born bagel chain opens first London location
Popular Harpenden-born bagel chain Brad & Dills has launch its first London location in Hampstead.
Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:16:51 +0000Historic panel returned to Flamstead church 30 years on from theft
A wooden panel dating back to the 1600s has been returned to St Leonard's Church in Flamstead after allegedly being stolen 30 years ago.
Mon, 16 Feb 2026 10:47:18 +0000Pooch-themed mural unveiled celebrating unique history of St Albans café
A new dog-friendly mural has been unveiled celebrating the unique history of George Street Canteen in St Albans.
Mon, 16 Feb 2026 10:36:45 +0000Hertfordshire M1, M25 and A1(M) all set to close for roadworks this week
The Hertfordshire sections of the M1, M25, and A1M will all see closures due to roadworks this week.
Mon, 16 Feb 2026 09:35:17 +0000St Albans ranks 3rd in UK for using screens to occupy young children
New research has revealed that St Albans ranks 3rd in the UK for relying on screens to occupy children.
Mon, 16 Feb 2026 09:25:12 +0000On This Day: Harpenden pub saved from conversion into a house
A former Harpenden pub was saved from conversion into a house after a planning inspector rejected two appeals for its proposed transformation.
Mon, 16 Feb 2026 06:01:00 +0000University working with NHS on AI project to improve services in the East of England
The University of Hertfordshire’s artificial intelligence (AI) model is being developed to improve NHS services across the East of England through its UHICS partnership.
Sun, 15 Feb 2026 17:01:00 +0000New women's running club launched in St Albans
A new women's running club has launched in St Albans, seeing around 40 women attend its debut event.
Sun, 15 Feb 2026 15:22:50 +0000Meet the father and fitness fanatic opening cosy Redbourn café
A father of two, and fitness fanatic, is launching The Cozy Snug café in Redbourn High Street.
Sun, 15 Feb 2026 14:57:17 +0000Thousands more urgent dental appointments available for Herts patients
Thousands of additional urgent dental appointments are available across Hertfordshire and as part of a drive to improve access to treatment.
Sun, 15 Feb 2026 14:01:00 +0000Police chief welcomes 28 new officers to Hertfordshire force
Hertfordshire Constabulary has welcomed 28 new police officers, who were formally inducted at the event held at headquarters in Welwyn Garden City on Thursday, February 5.
Sun, 15 Feb 2026 12:57:34 +0000Warning after 'large number of collisions' on motorways across Herts
The police have issued a warning following a "large number of collisions" on motorways across Hertfordshire, including the M1.
Sun, 15 Feb 2026 12:01:00 +0000Large-Scale 80s ‘Disco for Grown Ups’ coming to St Albans Arena
Legendary BBC Radio 2 DJ Gary Davies will bring his 'Disco for Grown Ups' show to St Albans Arena on Friday, March 27, as part of his biggest UK spring tour.
Sun, 15 Feb 2026 10:01:00 +0000Opening date for St Albans Home Bargains store confirmed
There's not long to go now as the opening date has been revealed for the new Home Bargains store in Hatfield Road, St Albans.