The reason behind Immigration Enforcement officers being spotted in Hatfield Road, St Albans has been revealed.

The M25 has finally reopened between Bricket Wood and London Colney after a "police incident" forced it to close in both directions.

Plumbing students are stepping into the future with virtual reality technology, thanks to a new project at Oaklands College.

Serial shoplifter Megan Messenger who stole more than £1,300 of goods, including a garden fountain, has avoided jail.

Here are five Hertfordshire businesses that have opened or closed this month.

Hertfordshire County Council moves towards Council of Sanctuary status as councillors share family refugee stories and agree to join City of Sanctuary network.

Only 200,000 were released into banks and post offices, making it the rarest 50p in active UK circulation

Two roads in Harpenden are set to close for up to 11 weeks for major gas main replacement works

Rainy weekends can be tough for families, but Hertfordshire offers plenty of indoor attractions to keep children entertained and adults engaged.

From independent retailers to established hospitality venues, here's 10 high street shops in Hertfordshire we've loved and lost.

Nouvellè Lounge in Marshalswick, St Albans has been named Hertfordshire’s best at the 2026 ARTA Awards.

An updated Ofsted report has praised Busy Bees in Marshalswick for its improvements, rating it as meeting the expected standard in all areas.

Parents at Prae Wood Primary School in St Albans have started a new initiative to encourage cycling to school.

Hertfordshire Constabulary contacted 1,973 people under Clare’s Law in 2026, offering partners’ abuse histories to help prevent violence and serious harm.

Police have found a missing woman from Harpenden following an appeal.

Utility works on Hertfordshire’s roads are to be put under the spotlight at a summit that aims to bring together MPs, councillors and companies.

Hertfordshire Constabulary is honouring the St Albans Police Cadets during the UK's inaugural National Cadet Week.

Apprentices got a taste of aerospace engineering in St Albans during a rocket-building project with Airbus.

A £1,000 grant is helping to feed families and children in need across St Albans.

Sheffield indie-rock band The Rosadocs played in St Albans as part of their breakthrough autumn tour.

The latest court results from St Albans and the surrounding area include cases heard at magistrates’ courts in St Albans and Hatfield.

A road in Harpenden is set to close for three days of electrical works later this month

More than 80,000 people calling for the State Pension age to be cut to 65 have been dealt a blow after the Government confirmed it has no plans to lower it.

A person has died after being hit by a train near West Hampstead Thameslink.

Thameslink has reported major disruption on train services between St Albans and St Pancras International after a person was hit by a train.

A person has been hit by a train between St Albans City and London St Pancras International.

The director of a Formae Pilates studio in St Albans has shared her story ahead of an October relaunch.

Police powers to tackle street drinking in St Albans city centre have been renewed for three years.

If you're looking for a fun family day out, Coral Reef Waterworld in Berkshire should definitely be high on your list of places to visit.

A man who "inadvertently" made mustard gas while working at a swimming pool in Hertfordshire was rightfully sacked, a tribunal has found.

Hertfordshire Constabulary has significantly improved the timeliness of checks being made as part of the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), it has been reported.

Royston has established a bustling focal point for art lovers, antique enthusiasts and curious homeowners seeking expert advice on family heirlooms.

UK households who do not watch live TV or BBC iPlayer could claim a TV Licence refund of up to £180, while over-75s could get a free licence.

The emergency services are dealing with an incident impacting Thameslink trains between St Albans and London.

Police are appealing for information following a robbery at a Tesco store in Shenley.

We asked readers which shops they want to see at the new £32 million development in St Peter's Street, St Albans. Here is what they suggested.

St Albans has been named one of the most desirable places to live in the UK by The Telegraph.

The owner of HATCH in St Albans has helped overturn a backdated business rates bill of almost £50,000, "saving" Smallford Farm Shop.

From exciting Halloween mazes to traditional pick-your-own experiences, Hertfordshire has no shortage pumpkin patches.

The co-founder of a highly-regarded St Albans restaurant was "delighted" to welcome Strictly Come Dancing stars for filming.

St Albans has become the second location to join the Proud Town network on Friday, October 9.

St Albans parkrun welcomed 448 participants for its 700th event at Verulamium Park.

St Albans City Centre will see another five years of dedicated investment and support.

Councillors could commit Hertfordshire County Council to pursuing “council of sanctuary” status within days.

A man has been arrested after police seized 35 bags of cannabis during a vehicle stop in Potters Bar.

Bakery Bread Ahead, famed for its indulgent doughnuts, has launched in Harpenden High Street.

A charity supporting families with young children in Hertfordshire is closing after years of financial struggle.

A woman from Bricket Wood found with 250 wraps of class A drugs in Potters Bar has been jailed for six years.

A nursery in St Albans is marking a decade of care, learning, and laughter.

Smallford Farm Shop has posted CCTV footage online to help identify suspected shoplifters.