St Albans Review
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 09:57:42 +0000On This Day: Breaking Bad star visits 'Britain's oldest pub' in St Albans
Dean Norris, renowned for his role in Breaking Bad, made a visit to "Britain's oldest pub" in St Albans.
Sun, 08 Feb 2026 14:01:00 +0000Hertfordshire County Council to spend extra £1.5m in new priorities
Hertfordshire County Council has announced an extra £1.5 million in funding.
Sun, 08 Feb 2026 12:01:00 +0000Meet the experienced St Albans chef serving up delicious dosas
Born and bred in the area, one experienced chef has enjoyed early success on the St Albans market through his stall, The Daily Dosa.
Sun, 08 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000Rising stars and 'razor-sharp' singer to support Paul Weller in Bedford
Singer Miles Kane and band Arkayla are set to support rock icon, Paul Weller, at the Bedford Summer Sessions in July.
Sun, 08 Feb 2026 10:01:00 +0000‘Charming’ Hertfordshire market town named among the best places to live in England
Tring in Hertfordshire has been named among the best places to live in England by Garrington Property Finders. Find out why.
Sun, 08 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0000In Memoriam: Death notices in the Herts Advertiser
The Herts Advertiser has published one death notices in the last seven days.
Sun, 08 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0000Entrepreneur becomes second Herts alumni to appear on The Apprentice
Vanessa Tetteh-Squire has become the second University of Hertfordshire alumni to appear on BBC's The Apprentice.
Sun, 08 Feb 2026 06:01:00 +0000Readers praise and question plans for new St Albans Lidl store
Since exciting plans for a new Lidl store in St Albans were revealed, our readers have shared their views on what may become the supermarket giant's first store in the city.
Sat, 07 Feb 2026 17:01:00 +0000Businesses can join new scheme to create more dementia-friendly spaces
A new accreditation scheme is helping businesses create more inclusive, dementia-friendly environments.
Sat, 07 Feb 2026 14:01:00 +0000Staged vehicle crash puts Hertfordshire's emergency services to the test
A major emergency response test has put services through their paces in a large-scale simulated incident.
Sat, 07 Feb 2026 12:01:00 +0000Site of former Baptist chapel targeted for homes in Sandridge
Plans for new housing have targeted the site of The Willow and a former Baptist chapel in Sandridge, also in Metropolitan Green Belt.
Sat, 07 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000'Cosy' Georgian period cottage in Sandridge on market for £600k
A picturesque period cottage in Church End, Sandridge is on the market for £600k.
Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:47:46 +0000Tributes paid to 'wonderful' 13-year-old girl who has died after crash
Tributes have been paid to a 13-year-old girl who has died following a crash in Hertfordshire last month.
Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:20:35 +0000Discover the 5 best English Heritage sites in and around Hertfordshire to explore
From Berkhamsted Castle to Kenwood House, discover 5 of the best English Heritage sites in and around Hertfordshire to visit.
Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:11:00 +0000Drug driver jailed after child suffered fractured eye socket in crash
A drug driver from Hemel Hempstead has been jailed after he seriously injured a six-year-old boy in a crash on the A1(M).
Fri, 06 Feb 2026 10:20:18 +0000Company fined £400k after worker dies from toxic glue exposure in Hertfordshire
A housing association maintenance company has been fined £400,000 after worker died from toxic glue exposure while working in Hertfordshire.
Fri, 06 Feb 2026 09:17:53 +0000'Shoplifter' in court after 'stealing' jumpers, steaks and radiator in St Albans
A man has been charged with shoplifting after allegedly stealing steaks, jumpers and a radiator in St Albans on multiple occasions.
Fri, 06 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000Grey and damp weekend forecast for St Albans and Harpenden
Residents in St Albans and Harpenden are set for a damp and cloudy weekend.
Fri, 06 Feb 2026 17:14:56 +0000Jeff Goldblum announces new UK shows part as part of his World Tour
Film star Jeff Goldblum has added new UK dates to his upcoming musical tour.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:51:03 +0000'Dangerous' man jailed after fracturing victims cheek and nose in St Albans attack
A man has been jailed after fracturing a victims cheek and nose during an attack in St Albans city centre.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:48:07 +0000On This Day: GB sprinter visits St Albans school to launch athletes scheme
Great Britain sprinter Jodie Williams visited a St Albans primary school to launch the new online service Athletes Direct.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 10:46:23 +0000Man taken to hospital after M1 crash near Flamstead
Emergency services have confirmed a man has been taken to hospital after a crash on the M1 heading southbound near Flamstead.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 09:40:05 +0000District council proposes removal of commercial trading pitches in new policy
The community has their chance to have their say on changes to St Albans City and District Council's street trading policy in a new consultation.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 08:49:46 +0000Police and council shut St Albans address after drug-related activity
A house in Cyrils Way, St Albans, is off-limits after police and partners successfully secured a full closure order in response to ongoing drug-related activity.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:15:27 +0000On This Day: St Albans school celebrates mental health award
St Michael's Primary School in St Albans celebrated its second award for supporting children’s mental health.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:32:10 +0000Man arrested after woman assaulted and stolen from in city centre
A man has been arrested on suspicion of assaulting and stealing from a woman in St Albans.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 13:23:09 +0000Supermarket giant reveals plans for new St Albans store
Supermarket giant Lidl has revealed plans for a new store to serve customers in St Albans and beyond.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:51:50 +0000St Albans hairdresser ordered to pay over £1k for waste disposal offences
A St Albans hairdressers has been ordered to pay £1,094 for waste disposal offences.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:44:06 +0000Man with Hitchin and Welwyn Garden City links wanted for serious assault
The public is being warned not to approach a man who is wanted for serious assault.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:05:07 +0000St Albans city centre retail units put on market for £450,000
A pair of commercial units in St Albans city centre - London Road - have been put on the market for £450,000.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:27:36 +0000Operator completes purchase of Hertfordshire pubs from McMullen's
Pub operator Punch Pubs & Co has completed the purchase of a number of Hertfordshire boozers from family-run brewery McMullen's.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:10:56 +0000LIVE: Updates as rail operator issues 'do not travel' warning
Govia Thameslink Railway, which operates rail services across Hertfordshire, has issued a warning to passengers this morning (February 4) saying "do not travel".
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:02:55 +0000Rail operator issues 'do not travel' alert after 'multiple incidents'
A "do not travel" alert has been issued for rail passengers using Govia Thameslink Railway which operates in Peterborough and Huntingdon.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:58:42 +0000Snooker legend and commentator John Virgo dies aged 79 as tributes paid
John Virgo, who has died aged 79, was known for his playing career in snooker as well as being a commentator for the sport on the BBC
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:37:08 +0000'It's become hell' - teary-eyed resident's plea in meeting over restaurant's licence
A resident living above Sauté Grill & Meze restaurant in St Albans tearfully told a committee "it's become hell" during a licence meeting held over noise complaints.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 13:20:01 +0000SpongeBob Musical coming to St Albans with a new kind of performance
St Albans Musical Theatre Company is breaking new ground as they prepare to stage a special performance of The SpongeBob Musical in May.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 13:00:23 +0000Herts museum new exhibition sheds light on life during WWI
A new exhibition is shedding light on the impact of World War I closer to home.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:58:31 +0000Update after fallen tree blocks road near Harpenden
An update has been published after a fallen tree was discovered blocking a road near Harpenden.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:36:09 +0000Herts armed robber jailed after trying to smash way into Hollywood star's bedroom
An armed robber from Hertfordshire who tried to get into the bedroom of Hollywood star Anya Taylor-Joy has been jailed.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:59:20 +0000Hertfordshire's GAME stores survive as administration looms
Hertfordshire's GAME stores will not be closing after the retailer announced it will be shutting its remaining high street shops.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 08:30:00 +0000On This Day: St Albans named among England's least stressed places
St Albans was recognised as one of the least stressed places in England.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 06:01:00 +0000District council's social housing 'requires improvement' says regulator
The Regulator of Social Housing has judged that St Albans City and District Council must improve its provision in a new Government report.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000St Albans parkrun results: Nine personal bests at event 667
St Albans parkrun welcomed 281 participants on Saturday for its 667th eventt.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 15:17:29 +0000Peter Mandelson to step down from the House of Lords after Epstein revelations
Peter Mandelson is set to step down as a member of the House of Lords, it has been announced.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 09:14:34 +0000Full Celebrity Bake Off lineup revealed from popular radio host to iconic singer
Scott Mills, Molly-Mae Hague and Rag’n’Bone Man are among the stars taking part in The Great Celebrity Bake Off on Channel 4 this year.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 09:13:13 +0000Martin Lewis simple £10 gadget that could cut energy bills by £40 every winter
Martin Lewis’ MoneySavingExpert (MSE) team has highlighted a simple £10 gadget to cut energy bills - and some may already have it sitting unused in their homes.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 09:11:55 +0000Drinkers will be left counting the cost as HMRC duty hikes hit wine, spirits and beer
Drinkers may notice notice higher prices on some of their favourite tipples this month, after an increase in alcohol duty came into force on February 1, but there is a way round it.
Mon, 02 Feb 2026 17:25:20 +0000St Albans man charged with GBH left victim with 'hand injuries'
A St Albans man has been arrested and charged with grievous bodily harm (GBH) after an incident in the city.
Mon, 02 Feb 2026 17:00:32 +0000Police officer sexually harassed colleagues, misconduct panel finds
A Hertfordshire police officer told a female colleague that he would try to “get into your knickers … even if you are unconscious” and sexually harassed a second colleague, a misconduct panel has found.
Mon, 02 Feb 2026 15:50:50 +0000Man charged after crash leaves 13-year-old girl in critical condition
A man has been charged with motoring offences after a collision in Dane End left a 13-year-old girl in a critical condition.