St Albans Review
Wed, 17 Sep 2025 06:01:00 +01005 shocking unsolved murders that stunned Hertfordshire
Hertfordshire has seen many a gruesome and grizzly crime, and here are five unsolved murders that stunned the county.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 17:29:26 +0100St Albans Museum reopens with 'cutting-edge' roof
The popular site in Verulamium Park was temporarily shut at the end of August, and has announced its relaunch with a new "sustainable roof".
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 16:34:49 +0100Engagement event for future of local government in St Albans
The district council is hosting an engagement event concerning the future of local government in Hertfordshire.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 15:42:52 +0100Audi stolen in 'keyless theft' from St Albans home
Between Sunday, September 14 at 4pm and 7.30am on Monday, September 15, a vehicle was taken from a property in Wynches Farm Drive.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 13:32:02 +0100St Albans primary school 'requires improvement' after recent Ofsted
Windermere Primary School is deemed to require improvement in multiple areas following a recent inspection by Ofsted.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 12:40:12 +0100Plans for 7-bed HMO on residential St Albans road called 'unsuitable'
Plans for a new HMO - house of multiple occupation - in Beresford Road, St Albans, have already faced objections.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 11:35:00 +0100Crazy golf event coming to city centre
St Albans City Centre Business Improvement District (BID) has announced a pop-up crazy golf event taking place in Civic Close, near the Alban Arena, on Saturday, September 27, and Sunday, September 28.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:55:31 +0100Almost 1,500 teenagers arrested in Hertfordshire last year but is number rising?
Almost 1,500 teenagers were arrested by Hertfordshire Constabulary last year, but is the number rising?
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100St Albans parkrun results: 50 personal bests at event number 646
Verulamium Park hosted the 646th St Albans parkrun on Saturday.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025 16:56:41 +0100CCTV released in connection with Hemel assault which left man 'unresponsive'
Officers have released a new image in connection with an alleged assault at Leverstock Green Cricket Club which left a man "unresponsive".
Mon, 15 Sep 2025 16:45:26 +0100Police close St Albans road as fallen tree obstructs motorists
A fallen tree is obstructing motorists travelling through Sandpit Lane, St Albans.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025 16:04:19 +0100Man charged after 'serious St Albans assault' left victim with facial injuries
A man has been charged in connection with a serious assault in St Albans which left the victim with facial injuries.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025 15:46:38 +0100Artisan pizzeria confirms 'official' St Albans opening date
PizzAyo's has arrived at Victoria Street, moving into the unit previously occupied by a short-lived coffee shop and Smart Tech.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025 13:25:56 +0100Company of Ten's The Unfriend at The Abbey Theatre - review
Opting for Steven Moffat’s light-hearted comedy The Unfriend to launch their new season is proving to be a dead cert winner for the Company of Ten.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025 12:41:00 +0100Aircraft avoid mid-air collision over Hertfordshire thanks to 'last-second' action
Two aircraft narrowly avoided a mid-air collision over Hertfordshire thanks to the "last-second" actions of a pilot.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025 11:00:54 +0100Harpenden High Street pub targeted for restaurant in new plans
The Wheatsheaf pub on Harpenden High Street may become a restaurant in new plans submitted to the district council.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025 11:53:13 +0100Hertfordshire mental health nurse struck off over patient relationship
A Hertfordshire mental health nurse has been struck off after pursuing a relationship with a patient.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025 11:43:12 +0100Award-winning restaurant opens St Albans' first Indian tapas lounge
Nouvellè Lounge in Marshalswick has expanded to feature a tapas lounge, celebrating the spirit of Indian street food.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025 10:03:48 +0100Two taken to hospital after Harpenden crash
Herts police were called at 6.37am, following reports of a two-vehicle collision, at the Luton Road/Roundwood Lane junction in Harpenden.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025 10:33:44 +0100East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust ranked worst in country
The East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust (EEAST) has been ranked the worst in England in a new league table.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025 09:30:30 +0100Man wanted for serious offences in St Albans and Hemel arrested
A man who was wanted for serious offences in St Albans and Hemel Hempstead, has been arrested.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025 09:33:37 +0100Hertfordshire set to be hit by 55mph winds as weather warning issued
Hertfordshire is set to be hit by winds of up to 55mph today with the Met Office issuing a yellow weather warning.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025 05:27:00 +01005 Hertfordshire businesses that have opened or closed this month
Here are five Hertfordshire businesses that opened or closed this month.
Sun, 14 Sep 2025 17:01:00 +0100'No funding for half term school holiday supermarket vouchers'
School holiday supermarket vouchers WILL be made available to struggling families at Christmas, county councillors have been told.
Sun, 14 Sep 2025 14:00:00 +0100New disco inspired project aims to create safe spaces for women
A disco-inspired project aimed at creating joyous, safe spaces for women has received support from local businesses.
Sun, 14 Sep 2025 06:02:00 +0100Latest court results for St Albans and the surrounding areas
The latest court results for St Albans and the surrounding area, taken from St Albans, Stevenage and Hatfield magistrates' courts.
Sun, 14 Sep 2025 17:33:55 +0100'One of a kind': Tributes paid as boxing legend Ricky Hatton dies aged 46
Tributes are being paid to boxing legend Ricky Hatton following his death aged 46.
Sat, 13 Sep 2025 17:38:26 +0100Police searching for wanted man over 'serious offences'
Police are searching for man who is wanted for "serious offences" in Hemel Hempstead.
Sat, 13 Sep 2025 12:01:00 +0100Old Toll House pub exceeding expectations since significant rebrand
The publican at The Old Toll House in St Albans says they have "exceeded expectations" since the rebrand.
Sat, 13 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0100Discover the National Trust gem 50 minutes from Watford
National Trust site Cliveden is less than an hour from Watford and is great for a day out, the whole family will enjoy.
Fri, 12 Sep 2025 15:40:36 +0100Wanted man from Hemel Hempstead sparks police appeal
Aaron Broome, 32, is wanted on recall to prison and has connections to Hemel Hempstead.
Fri, 12 Sep 2025 12:28:48 +0100'It's a worrying trend' - residents concerned over England flags on St Albans streets
A husband and wife, who have lived in St Albans for 11 years, have raised concerns about the "worrying trend" of England flags appearing on road markings.
Fri, 12 Sep 2025 11:34:23 +0100Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service to stock anti-overdose drug
Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service has announced its plans to stock an anti-overdose drug in fire stations across the county.
Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:41:15 +0100My child has a disability - where can they go to play?
For children with disabilities, playgrounds are often inaccessible, why are councils not making parks inclusive for all mandatory?
Fri, 12 Sep 2025 09:34:19 +0100Missing teenager with links to St Albans found
A missing teenager with links to St Albans has been found.
Fri, 12 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100People who experienced homelessness are building brighter futures
People who have experienced homelessness are building brighter futures with the help of a new training programme.
Thu, 11 Sep 2025 16:57:12 +0100Exclusive first look at new Vietnamese street food restaurant in St Albans
A new Pho Café is opening its doors in St Albans today and we were invited down to gain exclusive access and a first look inside.
Thu, 11 Sep 2025 12:32:18 +0100Flag-raising event to mark Emergency Services Day
The courage, commitment and compassion of those working in the emergency services in Hertfordshire have been recognised, as part of an event to mark Emergency Services Day.
Thu, 11 Sep 2025 11:52:35 +0100Fixing parking ‘cliff edge’ will be ‘complex’
Fixing a “cliff edge” that means St Albans drivers pay higher than usual parking charges in the late afternoon and early evening will be “complex”, the district council’s deputy leader has said.
Thu, 11 Sep 2025 11:21:21 +0100Date for free St Albans Gin & Jazz Festival 2025 confirmed
The date for St Albans' popular gin and jazz festival has been confirmed for 2025.
Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:39:07 +0100Hertfordshire vet struck off after illegally removing stolen dog's microchip
A Hertfordshire vet has been struck off for illegally removing a microchip from a dog that had been stolen by members of an animal rights group.
Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:58:01 +0100St Albans primary schools ranked in new nationwide list
St Albans primary schools have been graded by The Telegraph as part of a new league table.
Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:02:51 +0100Driver caught 'speeding' in Wheathampstead hotspot
A driver has been summoned to court after being caught "speeding" in a Wheathampstead hotspot.
Thu, 11 Sep 2025 08:01:00 +0100Rennie Grove Peace: Volunteer Joyce lends a hand
After moving to St Albans from Northumberland, Joyce turned to volunteering to help her meet new people.
Wed, 10 Sep 2025 12:33:00 +0100Summary after burst water main shuts road near St Albans school
Affinity Water is currently attending a burst water main which has shut a section of Watling Street in St Albans.
Wed, 10 Sep 2025 17:34:36 +0100Street Food Heroes returning to St Albans and Welwyn Garden City this week
Street Food Heroes returning to St Albans and Welwyn Garden City this week.
Wed, 10 Sep 2025 16:58:06 +0100St Albans secondary school to reopen after water main burst nearby
The headteacher at Marlborough Science Academy has confirmed it will reopen after issues with its water supply today.
Wed, 10 Sep 2025 15:16:42 +0100'We are sick and tired' - resident hits back at fly-tipping on St Albans estate
A resident at a council-run estate in St Albans has raised concerns about the area being "blighted" by fly-tipping for "many years".
Wed, 10 Sep 2025 14:48:11 +0100Pub in The Park St Albans to be 'reimagined' with 2026 rebrand
Sound Bites Festival, a "reimagined" celebration of food, drink, music and community is launching in St Albans for 2026.
Wed, 10 Sep 2025 13:45:28 +0100Endangered red panda cub born at Whipsnade Zoo in big win for conservationists
A red panda cub has been born at Whipsnade Zoo.