St Albans Review
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 06:01:00 +00002025: 'A year of working for Harpenden, Berkhamsted and our villages'
As my first full year in Parliament draws to a close, I want to reflect on what has been a true honour: being your voice in Westminster.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 17:19:14 +0000Delays on A414 in St Albans with police at the scene
There are delays on the A414 North Orbital Road in St Albans this evening with police at the scene.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 15:54:42 +0000Person trapped by injuries in St Albans crash released by fire crews
A person trapped by their injuries in a St Albans crash has been released by fire crews.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 14:40:14 +0000Singer Rebecca Ferguson to bring new tour to Harpenden in 2026
Rebecca Ferguson MBE will bring her acclaimed "15 Years Stripped Back" tour to the Eric Morecambe Centre.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 14:30:28 +0000RECAP: Emergency services called to St Albans crash
There has been a crash in St Albans, with emergency services currently at the scene and a road closure in place.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 10:43:15 +0000Three men arrested after stolen 4x4 found in London Colney car park
Three men have been charged with conspiracy to steal following the theft of a vehicle found by police in a London Colney car park.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 09:26:29 +0000On This Day: Harpenden Gang show producer bids farewell after 37 years
Ewan was involved in 48 shows over a span of 53 years, having first participated as a pirate in the Mini Gang in 1972.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000St Albans parkrun results: 28 personal bests at event number 661
St Albans parkrun was held at Verulamium Park on Saturday for the 661st event.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000St Albans parkrun results: 28 personal bests at event number 661
St Albans parkrun was held at Verulamium Park on Saturday for the 661st event.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 22:35:00 +0000All the people from Hertfordshire on the King's New Year Honours List 2026
More than 20 people from Hertfordshire have received honours in HM The King’s New Year Honours List 2026, published today by the Cabinet Office.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 17:36:05 +0000Trains unable to call at Radlett station due to power cut
Trains are unable to stop at Radlett station this evening to to a power cut, with disruption expected to last until 7pm.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:35:57 +0000Zoo welcomes another adorable baby giraffe to the family for Christmas
A Christmas gift of gigantic proportions was received at Whipsnade Zoo this year when an endangered giraffe calf was born on December 21, taking the zoo's giraffe population to six.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:06:48 +0000On This Day: St Albans firefighters help save horse trapped in swimming pool
Firefighters from St Albans helped save a horse trapped in a swimming pool.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 09:22:07 +0000Arrest made after racially aggravated incident in supermarket
An arrest has been made after a racially aggravated incident in a Hemel Hempstead Asda supermarket.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 09:21:51 +0000Three hospitalised following 'serious' Boxing Day crash on A1(M)
Three people were taken to hospital following a "serious road traffic collision" on the A1(M) on Boxing Day, between junction 3 (St Albans and Hatfield) and junction 1 (M1).
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 09:00:00 +0000Year in Review: A look at our top stories for January, February and March 2025
This year commenced with hospitality at the forefront, from the launch of now TikTok famous Glaze Bakery, to the future of The Camp Fish & Chips Shop and the former Café Rouge unit, as well as The Mermaid being named the best pub in Hertfordshir...
Sun, 28 Dec 2025 17:01:00 +0000Slimming World ditches 'Syns' - here's what to expect next year
Slimming World is making major changes to its popular weight-loss plan.
Sun, 28 Dec 2025 15:01:00 +0000Hertfordshire recycling centres to cut advertised opening hours by 30 minutes
Advertised opening hours at Hertfordshire’s network of 16 recycling centres are to be shortened, in a bid to reduce the amount of abuse levelled at staff.
Sun, 28 Dec 2025 09:01:00 +0000St Albans MP Daisy Cooper looks back on 2025
2025 has been a year of global upheaval with the rise of populism and nationalism. Nationally, the government has struggled to deliver on its promise of change.
Sun, 28 Dec 2025 06:01:00 +0000Eight Oaklands College rugby players selected for England Women’s U18s camp
The players were chosen as part of a 47-strong squad for a three-day camp held at Loughborough University.
Sat, 27 Dec 2025 10:35:43 +0000Serious A1 (M) crash closes road for more than TEN HOURS
Part of the A1 (M) was closed for almost ten hours overnight (December 26/27) following a serious crash between junctions 3 for St Albans and Hatfield and 1 for the M25.
Sat, 27 Dec 2025 06:56:00 +00005 of Hertfordshire's best pubs you need to visit for a pint according to reviews
Fancy a pint? Discover 5 of the best pubs in Hertfordshire according to Tripadvisor reviews that you should visit.
Sat, 27 Dec 2025 06:01:00 +0000Winter essentials donated to homelessness charity
Winter essentials have been donated to a homelessness charity.
Sat, 27 Dec 2025 06:01:00 +0000Upgrade is on the way for popular spa
An upgrade is on the way for one of the area’s most popular leisure destinations.
Sat, 27 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000Five-bedroom home in St Albans with extension potential on sale for £1m
A five-bedroom detached house on Sandpit Lane in St Albans with extension potential is on the market for £1 million.
Fri, 26 Dec 2025 15:01:00 +0000Meet the 17 new firefighters who were just welcomed to the service
A new cohort of emergency responders has officially joined the ranks.
Fri, 26 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000St Albans' best and worst performing primary schools revealed
The best and worst performing primary schools in St Albans according to new government data have been revealed.
Fri, 26 Dec 2025 09:00:00 +0000Wheathampstead's iconic country pub remains super after refurb - review
A refreshment to an iconic destination pub in the Wheathampstead countryside, The Wicked Lady remains superb since a month-long refurbishment. Our reporter Huw Richards tasted the new menu and "soaked up the ambience".
Fri, 26 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +00005 of the best Chinese takeaways in Hertfordshire you need to order from
From Dragon Garden to Wu's Family, discover the best places for a Chinese takeaway around Hertfordshire according to Tripadvisor.
Thu, 25 Dec 2025 15:00:00 +0000'Community, charity and crazy costumes' - I tried Flamstead's Festive Fun Run
As the festive season arrives so do plenty of charity fun runs across St Albans and the surrounding areas all putting in the miles for brilliant causes
Thu, 25 Dec 2025 12:13:00 +0000Charity gift drive at St Albans café helps adults with learning disabilities
A St Albans café and local charity helping adults with learning disabilities and other support needs, have struck success after a "generous" gift drive.
Thu, 25 Dec 2025 09:00:00 +0000St Albans' butterfly population increases by 350 per cent since 2022
The butterfly population of parts of St Albans District has increased by 350 per cent in just three years thanks to a major wilding programme.
Thu, 25 Dec 2025 06:01:00 +0000The police officers who went 'above and beyond' to keep St Albans safe
St Albans District Police have recognised outstanding officers, staff, and volunteers for their dedication.
Wed, 24 Dec 2025 15:09:41 +0000The Box of Delights at The Abbey Theatre - review
A delicious Box of Delights awaits audiences at the Abbey Theatre in St Albans this Christmas week.
Wed, 24 Dec 2025 14:19:29 +0000Venue in the heart of St Albans residential area plans to serve alcohol
A venue in the heart of a St Albans residential area is seeking to gain a licence to serve alcohol.
Wed, 24 Dec 2025 12:44:21 +0000Four arrested in connection with Berkhamsted jewellery burglary
Four men have been detained in connection with a burglary in Berkhamsted.
Wed, 24 Dec 2025 11:26:31 +0000Man in 90s dies after fatal collision with tree in Hemel
A man in his 90s has died following a fatal collision with a tree in Hemel Hempstead.
Wed, 24 Dec 2025 10:07:36 +0000On This Day: St Albans teen wins Christmas carol competition
Rebecca was announced as the winner in the junior category of the 2023 Breakfast Carol Competition.
Wed, 24 Dec 2025 09:51:47 +0000Highly-contested plan for 7-bed St Albans HMO granted by district council
Plans for a new HMO - house of multiple occupation - in a residential St Albans road have been approved despite significant backlash.
Wed, 24 Dec 2025 10:06:52 +0000How will Thameslink timetables change over the festive period?
With Christmas Day nearly upon us, Thameslink passengers need to know which services will be running across Hertfordshire.
Wed, 24 Dec 2025 10:58:30 +0000Mystery as festive McLaren with 'F1 star's numberplate' spotted in St Albans
Was it a Formula One driver, world champion, or just a St Albans shopper grabbing some last minute bits? A bedazzled McLaren spotted in the city centre has caused speculation online as to who is the car's rightful owner.
Wed, 24 Dec 2025 11:15:35 +0000How to see 'Santa's sleigh' flying across the UK's skies this Christmas
Here is how you can catch a glimpse of Santa Claus and his famous sleigh in the skies over the UK this Christmas.
Wed, 24 Dec 2025 06:16:34 +0000DWP Universal Credit and other benefit payment dates for Christmas 2025 and New Year
Benefit payments many change this month as the DWP has confirmed payment dates for people who receive Personal Independence Payments (PIP) and Universal Credit.
Wed, 24 Dec 2025 06:14:35 +0000The exact time the King's Speech will begin and how to watch
King Charles' pre-recorded speech will air on BBC, ITV and Sky News on Christmas Day
Wed, 24 Dec 2025 06:09:55 +0000Christmas opening hours at UK supermarkets including Tesco, Aldi, Lidl and Asda
These are the Christmas opening times at Asda, Tesco, Aldi, Morrisons, M&S, Lidl and Sainsbury's
Wed, 24 Dec 2025 06:04:45 +0000All the Christmas Day TV to look forward to on BBC, ITV and Channel 4
All the Christmas Day TV to look forward to on BBC One, BBC Two, ITV1 and Channel 4
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 14:16:37 +0000Fault to cancel St Albans Abbey line trains until end of day
Trains on the Abbey Line from Watford Junction to St Albans Abbey are expected to face disruption until the end of the day.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 14:23:07 +0000Harpenden jewellers moves into historic St Albans shop building
A well-regarded jeweller based in Harpenden is moving into an historic St Albans city centre building.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 12:19:21 +0000Man indicates guilty plea to child sex offence after St Albans incident
A man has indicated he will plead guilty to a child sex offence following an incident in St Albans.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:08:51 +0000Driver fled after 'speeding' in early morning St Albans police chase
The driver of a vehicle chased by St Albans police fled after being caught "speeding".