St Albans Review

Thu, 28 May 2026 09:00:00 +0100
Teen arrested over 'offensive gesture' outside synagogue
A teenager has been arrested on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence following an incident outside a synagogue.

Thu, 28 May 2026 08:42:57 +0100
Public Notice Portal launches new consultation and archive services
The new PNP consultation function enables members of the public to have their say by providing feedback on individual public notices.

Wed, 27 May 2026 18:00:00 +0100
Charity match to be held in memory of football fan Harrison Turner
Residents and football fans are being urged to dig deep and help raise money for the Essex and Herts Air Ambulance Trust in memory of Harrison Turner.

Wed, 27 May 2026 15:43:53 +0100
Former Newcastle United captain spotted in Hertfordshire restaurant
A former Newcastle United captain and England striker was spotted at a Hertfordshire restaurant this week.

Wed, 27 May 2026 16:18:32 +0100
Hate Crime Officer involved after cancellation of London Colney pride event
Herts police have confirmed they were unaware of reported vandalism and theft of banners which lead to the cancellation of Loud & Proud in London Colney.

Wed, 27 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
8 of the best places to cool off in Hertfordshire this week
Here's a list of eight of the best places to cool off in Hertfordshire this week, complete with Tripadvisor and Google Review scores.

Wed, 27 May 2026 15:36:08 +0100
£37,000 raised for Harpenden pupil with leukaemia after charity walk
A fundraiser for a Harpenden schoolboy with leukaemia has raised more than £37,000 to support hospital care in his honour.

Wed, 27 May 2026 14:49:14 +0100
'Thriving' St Albans pre-school receives glowing Ofsted
Ofsted has praised a thriving St Albans nursery that nurtures children's curiosity and confidence in a new report.

Wed, 27 May 2026 12:59:51 +0100
Herts ice cream shop announces Harpenden return this summer
An ice cream shop with "deep roots" in the district has confirmed its return to Harpenden.

Wed, 27 May 2026 12:34:00 +0100
Can you give Tommy the tabby a home?
In this week's RSPCA Southridge 'Find Me a Home' appeal, Tommy the tabby cat asks: "Can you give me a home?"

Wed, 27 May 2026 11:46:49 +0100
London Colney pride event cancelled after banners 'stolen'
A pride festival in London Colney, called Loud & Proud, has been cancelled due to individuals "vandalising and stealing" property advertising the event.

Wed, 27 May 2026 11:36:01 +0100
Harpenden man left with 'life-changing penis burns' on flight pursues claim
After a hot coffee cup fell in his lap and left him with “life-changing” burns on his penis, a Harpenden, Hertfordshire, holidaymaker is seeking compensation.

Wed, 27 May 2026 11:01:38 +0100
Meeting set for Radlett coffee shop's alcohol licence application
A date has been set for a premises licence meeting for a coffee shop Brass Monkey in Radlett to sell alcohol.

Wed, 27 May 2026 07:00:00 +0100
Pioneering university scheme receives royal recognition
Dr Jenny Rafter, associate professor and deputy head of school for social work at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU), was invited to a Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace after being nominated by the Department of Education.

Tue, 26 May 2026 17:30:00 +0100
Boy threatened by 'group of unknown males' at shopping centre
Police have released an update after a teenage boy was threatened at the Marlowes Shopping Centre in Hemel Hempstead.

Tue, 26 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Bank cards stolen from parked vehicle as CCTV released
Police are appealing to the public after items, including bank cards, were stolen from a parked vehicle in Harpenden

Tue, 26 May 2026 16:30:19 +0100
On This Day: Knife amnesty sees 310 blades surrendered across Herts
A knife amnesty took place across Hertfordshire, resulting in the surrender of 310 bladed weapons, including knives, swords, and machetes.

Tue, 26 May 2026 16:10:57 +0100
Almost 100 homes planned for Wheathampstead Green Belt
Nearly 100 new homes could be built on the edge of a village under plans which have drawn mixed views from the community.

Tue, 26 May 2026 14:26:56 +0100
Retirement village applies for alcohol licence
Alcohol could soon be served daily in a retirement village bar.

Tue, 26 May 2026 14:15:18 +0100
Two taken to hospital after six-car pile-up on St Albans M1
A six-car pileup on the M1 in St Albans left two people in hospital and others with minor injuries.

Tue, 26 May 2026 12:07:29 +0100
Thunderstorm warning for Hertfordshire on what could be hottest May day on record
Thunderstorm warnings are in place for Hertfordshire on what could be the hottest May day on record.

Tue, 26 May 2026 11:40:55 +0100
Motorcyclist treated in hospital after serious crash on Herts M25
A motorcyclist was treated in hospital after a serious collision on the M25 between London Colney and South Mimms.

Tue, 26 May 2026 11:08:19 +0100
Update after police helicopter spotted circling above St Albans
The force have proved an update after a police helicopter was seen circling above the St Albans area.

Tue, 26 May 2026 10:43:22 +0100
Popular St Albans pub scoops CAMRA awards amid Bank Holiday festival
The Mermaid pub in St Albans celebrated the Bank Holiday in style with a fantastic festival and three CAMRA awards.

Tue, 26 May 2026 10:31:59 +0100
Man 'bitten on leg' by dangerously out of control dog as image released
An appeal has been launched after a dangerously out of control dog was reported to have bitten a man on the leg in Potters Bar.

Tue, 26 May 2026 10:26:54 +0100
Care provider delivers 130 blankets to support older people
A care provider has delivered 130 blankets as part of a community knitting project.

Tue, 26 May 2026 09:33:23 +0100
New exhibition now open to the public at Harpenden Museum
A new exhibition exploring growth between the world wars is now open to the public.

Tue, 26 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100
St Albans parkrun results: 36 personal bests at event number 680
St Albans parkrun welcomed 374 participants for its 680th event at Verulamium Park.

Tue, 26 May 2026 13:16:42 +0100
Herts councillor heading to Ukraine with a truck full of aid
Liberal Democrat Cllr Paul Zukowskyj is heading off to Ukraine to attend an international summit - and he is taking tonnes of medical supplies and humanitarian aid with him.

Mon, 25 May 2026 15:21:00 +0100
5 Hertfordshire planning applications you should know about
Here are 5 Hertfordshire planning applications that might have gone under the radar.

Mon, 25 May 2026 12:50:00 +0100
Herts police merger bid opposed by county councillors
County councillors have resolved to oppose any attempt by the government to abolish Hertfordshire Constabulary.

Mon, 25 May 2026 11:44:17 +0100
5 Hertfordshire criminals who have been convicted in May
In a busy May for the county’s courts, here are five Hertfordshire criminals who have been convicted this month.

Mon, 25 May 2026 07:49:00 +0100
Police officers given awards after helping save lives
Police officers have been recognised after helping to save lives.

Sun, 24 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
College opens new training centre in bid to support construction careers
A new training centre aimed at helping local people secure qualifications in construction has opened at Oakland College in St Albans.

Sun, 24 May 2026 12:01:00 +0100
New walking and cycling route now available around town
A new walking and cycling route is inviting residents and visitors to explore the outdoors on foot or by bike.

Sun, 24 May 2026 10:30:00 +0100
Morrisons to close 'loss-making' convenience stores in Hertfordshire
Morrisons has revealed plans to close around 100 loss-making convenience stores with three at risk in Hertfordshire.

Sun, 24 May 2026 09:12:00 +0100
Four new police dogs join fight against crime
Four new police dogs have joined the fight against crime.

Sun, 24 May 2026 09:00:00 +0100
In Memoriam: Death notices in the Herts Advertiser
The Herts Advertiser has published one death notice in the last seven days.

Sun, 24 May 2026 10:51:00 +0100
Why you need to add this stunning European hidden gem to your travel bucket list
With a population over 600,000, Montenegro is described as a "small and beautiful" Europe hidden gem, soaking up between 240 to 270 days of sun each year.

Sat, 23 May 2026 16:59:08 +0100
'Vulnerable' missing woman last seen at Watford General Hospital
A "vulnerable" woman has gone missing in Hertfordshire has sparked police appeal.

Sat, 23 May 2026 15:09:34 +0100
Popular Hertfordshire ale tapped at Parliament bar
MP for Harpenden and Berkhamsted Victoria Collins has been raising a toast to a Tring brewery beer in Parliament

Sat, 23 May 2026 14:08:00 +0100
5 plots of land up for sale in Hertfordshire
Here are five plots in Hertfordshire that are currently up for sale.

Sat, 23 May 2026 09:48:21 +0100
Whipsnade Zoo marks 95th birthday with never-before-seen historic images
Whipsnade Zoo has marked its 95th birthday by sharing a gallery of never-before-seen historic images.

Fri, 22 May 2026 16:32:08 +0100
Hertfordshire teen charged with preparing to commit act of terrorism
A teenage boy from Hertfordshire has appeared in court following allegations he was preparing to commit an act of terrorism.

Fri, 22 May 2026 15:45:00 +0100
Murder conspiracy arrests after three men hospitalised in 'serious disturbance'
Two men have been arrested in Hertfordshire on suspicion of conspiring to commit murder after a "serious disturbance" in Bedfordshire.

Fri, 22 May 2026 15:15:00 +0100
University confirms number of jobs at risk amid plans to axe humanities courses
A university has confirmed more than 20 jobs are at risk following a its to decision to axe a number of humanities degrees.

Fri, 22 May 2026 14:08:18 +0100
Arsenal star celebrates Premier League win at Herts restaurant
Storia Restaurant in Radlett welcomed Arsenal star - and Premier League champion - Mikel Merino for an evening of Italian food.

Fri, 22 May 2026 13:45:50 +0100
On This Day: £30k donated for glass walkway in St Albans
A significant contribution of £30,000 was made towards the construction of a reflective glass walkway for the new St Albans museum.

Fri, 22 May 2026 13:35:10 +0100
Live: M25 traffic after 'multi vehicle crash' in Potters Bar
Three lanes are currently closed on the clockwise M25 in Potters Bar after a multi-vehicle crash. Emergency services are at the scene and recovery has been arranged.

Fri, 22 May 2026 12:43:16 +0100
'Homely and positive' St Albans school praised in Ofsted report
A St Albans special school has been praised for its welcoming environment in a glowing Ofsted report.

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