St Albans Review
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:03:06 +0100Three taken to hospital after car flips on its roof in Berko crash
Three people have been taken to hospital after a car flipped onto its roof in a crash on the A41 in Berkhamsted.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:22:10 +0100Popular Herts coffee brand 'devastated' after trailer 'stolen' overnight
Oh Crumbs! Coffee brand is "devastated" after sharing that its trailer was stolen overnight.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:28:21 +0100Opening hours of city centre convenience store upheld despite residents' fears
Despite significant concern from residents, the district council has upheld the opening hours of a new convenience store coming to St Albans city centre.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:37:58 +0100Over 100 Manga books 'stolen' in string of Waterstones thefts
Police are releasing images of two people they want to identify after books were stolen in St Albans.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:27:50 +0100Planning bid lodged amid works on 'unauthorised' Flamstead encampment
The Flamstead village saga has ramped up as an applicant has now submitted planning permission for Gypsy and Traveller pitches on the "unauthorised encampment" site.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:14:14 +0100'XL Bully' injures dog and owner in Radlett pub garden 'attack'
An "XL Bully" has injured a dog and its owner during an alleged attack in a pub on Watling Street, Radlett.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:33:38 +0100Strictly Come Dancing star to face no charges after Hertfordshire rape arrest
A Strictly Come Dancing star who was arrested on suspicion of rape in Hertfordshire will face no charges.
Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:07:33 +0100Flamstead village encampment dispute - what we know so far
A dispute over an "unauthorised encampment" in Flamstead, Hertfordshire, is continuing despite council intervention - here is what we know so far.
Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:39:03 +0100Live updates as 'broken down vehicle' causes delays on M25
There are delays on the M25 and A1(M) in Hertfordshire this afternoon following reports of a broken-down vehicle
Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:38:38 +0100'Unauthorised' London Colney fireworks display 'upsets' residents
The parish council has described a fireworks display as "inconsiderate" after many residents in London Colney were left "upset" over the weekend.
Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:09:04 +0100Nearly 200 claims of Blue Badge fraud reported in eight month period
Blue badge misuse remains at the top of Hertfordshire County Council’s fraud register, with 189 allegations reported between April and December last year.
Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:24:11 +0100St Albans' Topps Tiles store survives after retailer announces closures
St Albans' Topps Tiles store will not be closing after the retailer announced a number of sites would go.
Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:17:29 +0100Trio of Peregrine eggs mark Easter weekend at St Albans Cathedral
A trio of Peregrine Falcon eggs have been laid at St Albans Cathedral, delighting viewers over the Easter weekend.
Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:13:53 +0100I went to St Albans' newest car boot sale - here's what I thought
A popular car boot sale has officially moved to St Albans with hundreds flooding to Oaklands College on Easter Sunday
Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:35:22 +0100St Albans man's London Marathon run inspired by mother's cancer battles
A St Albans man inspired by his mum’s battle against four different cancers is taking on the London Marathon 2026 to raise vital funds for world-leading cancer research institute.
Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:18:27 +0100Hospital doctors go on strike after anger over pay offer
Doctors at Addenbrooke's Hospital have gone on strike this morning after rejecting a pay offer from the Government.
Tue, 07 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100St Albans parkrun results: 40 personal bests at event number 673
St Albans parkrun welcomed 381 participants for its 673rd event at Verulamium Park.
Mon, 06 Apr 2026 17:01:00 +0100Crowd gather to learn more about vision at Herts event
An opticians has been praised for helping residents learn more about their vision.
Mon, 06 Apr 2026 16:52:06 +0100Police presence in Flamstead as 'allegations made' during encampment dispute
Hertfordshire Constabulary has confirmed a police presence remains in Flamstead following a "number of allegations" made during a development dispute.
Mon, 06 Apr 2026 16:21:56 +0100Willows Activity Farm to host 'quack-packed' Spring school holiday event
Willows Activity Farm is hosting a Jemima’s Jamboree event over the Spring school holidays.
Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:38:51 +0100Bench unveiled in Harpenden to mark father's battle with heart disease
A father of two whose heart stopped beating at work aged just 24, has unveiled a "living tribute" in Harpenden marking his life-changing journey.
Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:46:10 +0100RECAP: Police close M1 northbound between St Albans and Flamstead after crash
The M1 is closed in Hertfordshire between St Albans and Flamstead following a crash with police at the scene.
Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:18:42 +0100Flamstead fights back after 'unauthorised encampment' takes over village
Residents have united against "unauthorised building" on green belt land surrounding Flamstead village in Hertfordshire.
Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:01:00 +0100‘Screaming’ red risk that local government reform could impact on services
Plans for sweeping changes to local government have led to a “screaming” red risk of the impact on delivery of services to Hertfordshire residents, a meeting was told.
Sun, 05 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0100In Memoriam: Death notices in the Herts Advertiser
The Herts Advertiser has published two death notices in the last seven days.
Sat, 04 Apr 2026 18:51:45 +0100Live updates as crash shuts M1
The M1 is closed northbound between Hemel Hempstead and Dunstable this evening (Saturday April 4) following reports of a crash.
Sat, 04 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100Four-bed St Albans house with 110ft garden on sale for £1.1m
A semi-detached house in Beechwood Avenue, St Albans with a 110ft private rear garden is on the market for £1,100,000.
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:35:12 +0100Investigation launched after Porsche passenger attacked
An investigation has been launched after four men reportedly approached a Porsche in St Albans and attacked a passenger yesterday.
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 13:01:00 +0100Head of St Albans primary school 'incredibly proud' after strong Ofsted
The headteacher of a St Albans primary school has expressed their immense pride after receiving a strong Ofsted report.
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 08:30:00 +0100On This Day: Hertfordshire man 'set for life' after £3.6m National Lottery win
A man from Hertfordshire was "set for life" after winning a total of £3.6 million thanks to the National Lottery.
Fri, 03 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100Windy and unsettled Easter weekend forecast across St Albans and Harpenden
Residents across St Albans and Harpenden can expect a mixed and unsettled Easter weekend.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:31:52 +0100Looking for free Easter plans? Family-friendly fun lands in the city centre
A family-friendly Easter Hat Trail is bringing a touch of springtime fun to the city centre.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:59:11 +0100St Albans Recycling Centre 'unexpectedly closes'
The recycling centre in St Albans has "unexpectedly closed" today (April 2) due to staff shortages.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:23:25 +0100Car 'stolen over a year ago' found abandoned in Harpenden
A car stolen more than a year ago has been found abandoned by officers in Harpenden.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:02:49 +0100On This Day: St Albans pupils treated to special helicopter trip
Students at Samuel Ryder Academy (SRA) in St Albans were treated to a special helicopter trip.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:08:09 +0100'Dangerous driving' arrest after motorcyclist killed in Hatfield crash
Police have arrested a man on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving after a motorcyclist was killed in a Hatfield crash.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:17:15 +0100'Near miss' on Harpenden track days before train worker killed
An investigation has revealed a "near miss" occurred in Harpenden a week prior to an accident where a track worker was killed nearby.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:16:46 +010033-year planning row over 'unlawful' caravan park in Redbourn continues
A planning row over an "unlawful" Redbourn caravan park is set to continue as the district council has once again refused plans.
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:27:28 +0100Scott Mills breaks silence after BBC sacking saying he 'greatly misses' his listeners
Former DJ Scott Mills has broken his silence for the first time since being sacked by the BBC.
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:51:09 +0100On This Day: Depot entrance blocked in Just Stop Oil protest
The entrance to Buncefield Oil Depot in Hemel Hempstead was blocked by Just Stop Oil protesters.
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:52:40 +0100Emergency services attend Herts crash - recap
Emergency services are currently on the scene of a road traffic collision in Hatfield. Road closures are currently in place in Roehyde Way, South Way and Travellers Lane.
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:44:15 +0100St Albans store at risk as Topps Tiles announces closures
St Albans' Topps Tiles store is at risk after the retailer announced it would be closing 23 sites.
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:23:26 +0100Bid to protect St Albans green spaces after land auctioned
The MP has launched a bid to protect cherished green spaces in St Albans after multiple plots of land were put up for auction.
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:41:10 +0100Disqualified Mercedes driver jailed for 12 months after driving off from police
A Mercedes driver who drove off from police has been jailed for 12 months after being picked up on a Hertfordshire motorway.
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:39:05 +0100£240 fine for prolific Harpenden shoplifter
A prolific Harpenden shoplifter has been fined after committing several thefts across the town.
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:24:22 +0100Eggcellent! - St Albans Peregrine's lay first clutch of breeding season
The Peregrine pair have laid their first egg of the 2026 breeding season at St Albans Cathedral.
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:11:22 +0100Inquiry reveals details of accident that killed trackworker near Radlett
An investigation has been launched into a Network Rail worker who was killed by a train between Radlett Junction and Elstree & Borehamwood station.
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:57:00 +0100Man wanted in connection with threats to kill and stalking
Police are appealing for the public's help to trace a wanted man with links to Hertfordshire.
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:31:00 +0100Why do April Fools' Day jokes stop at 12pm? How the tradition started
What is April Fools' Day? It always lands on April 1 and this is why pranks stop at 12pm plus how the tradition started.
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:57:59 +0100More than 800 pupils take part in safety education programme
More than 800 pupils have taken part in a major safety education programme.