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Sat, 10 Apr 2021 17:06:28 +0100
Transport for London issues update as restrictions ease
Transport for London has issued the following update on its services with non-essential shops and outdoor attractions opening from Monday.

Sat, 10 Apr 2021 15:04:08 +0100
Councillor delights community as Easter bunny
A councillor dressed up as an Easter bunny to spread some cheer to her community.

Sat, 10 Apr 2021 13:00:00 +0100
Five Hertfordshire gardens opening to public this month
Five of Hertfordshire's most beautiful gardens will once again open their gates to the public later this month.

Sat, 10 Apr 2021 11:00:00 +0100
How long should my dog be walked for?
Research has found that an increasing number of dogs in the UK are under-exercised which is affecting their mental health and wellbeing.

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 18:38:02 +0100
Map shows Borehamwood is virtually Covid-free
Borehamwood and surrounding villages were virtually free of any new coronavirus cases for a week, a map has revealed.

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 17:00:00 +0100
Homes, school, and employment space could be built on Shenley field
Development on green belt land, which has already been eyed up for hundreds of new homes, could be expanded after a new proposal was put forward.

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 13:43:12 +0100
The Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip, has died
Prince Philip has died, Buckingham Palace has said.

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 12:41:27 +0100
Live updates and reaction after Prince Philip dies aged 99
The Duke of Edinburgh has passed away, the Royal Family has announced.

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 13:22:41 +0100
Prince Philip dies aged 99, what happens now?
Whenever a member of the Royal Family dies, there are strict plans in place for what happens next.

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 09:58:53 +0100
Jewellery box containing ashes of wife stolen in Borehamwood burglary
Police are searching for a stolen jewellery box containing the ashes of a loved one.

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 14:57:12 +0100
Prince Philip funeral: first details confirmed in line with his wishes
Following a number of health scares in recent years it is thought Prince Philip has had a lot of say in his funeral.

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 19:27:22 +0100
How likely a third wave of Covid is in Hertfordshire
A top public health boss has warned of a rise in coronavirus cases as lockdown eases but feels Hertfordshire can avoid a “serious” third wave of the virus.

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Two arrested after golf clubhouse fire
Two people were arrested following a blaze that broke out at a golf club house.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 18:05:44 +0100
Allum Lane closure: Road in Borehamwood set to reopen on Thursday
A road closure in Borehamwood town centre should be lifted tomorrow (Thursday).

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 17:25:51 +0100
Policing priorities set for Borehamwood, Radlett, and Shenley
Police have announced a crackdown on anti-social behaviour which is blighting parts of Borehamwood.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Mercure hotel on A41 in Bushey set to close by next year
A "struggling" hotel is set to close later this year or in early 2022.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Blood plasma donations for manufacture of medicines to begin after ban lifted
Donations of blood plasma in England for use in the manufacture of "lifesaving" medicines are to begin after the lifting of a ban lasting more than two decades.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 18:20:10 +0100
Borehamwood schoolgirl donating hair to Little Princess Trust
A schoolgirl is donating 12 inches of her hair which will be turned into a wig to support a child with cancer.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 13:36:07 +0100
Radlett man jailed for series of thefts from shops and cars
A shoplifter who caused "misery" to his community has been jailed for 16 months.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 11:02:48 +0100
Hemel Hempstead fraudster sentenced after false insurance claim
A fraudster who made false insurance claims to Hertfordshire County Council has been jailed.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 09:53:36 +0100
If you get this WhatsApp from your friends or family, don't reply - it's a scam
Fraudsters are posing as your friends, family and any other contacts you may have on WhatsApp.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 09:37:24 +0100
The dogs most vulnerable to theft in the UK - is your dog on the list?
Certain breeds and designer crossbreeds are much more highly sought-after than others.

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 19:00:00 +0100
Lack of access to fast broadband speeds in Herts a 'real eye-opener'
The relatively low access to faster broadband across Hertfordshire has been highlighted at a meeting involving council leaders.

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 17:00:00 +0100
Bowel cancer survival rate improves in south west Hertfordshire
The one-year survival rate for bowel cancer patients in the Herts Valleys region has improved, figures show.

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 14:00:00 +0100
Art manufacturer Brookpace Lascelles to relocate to new HQ in Borehamwood
One of the UK's largest manufacturers of wall art and clocks will move into a new headquarters in Borehamwood later this year.

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 11:30:00 +0100
Habs' Girls' student wins UK Arkwright engineering award
A sixth form student has been recognised after winning a highly-acclaimed scholarship for her engineering project.

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 10:17:51 +0100
Free twice-weekly Covid tests to be offered to everyone in England
Everyone in England is to be offered free, twice-weekly coronavirus tests as ministers prepare for the next stage of easing lockdown restrictions.

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Netflix has revealed the new TV series and films coming in April
The streaming giant has released a whole host of new shows and movies coming this in April.

Sun, 04 Apr 2021 19:00:00 +0100
Plans being drawn up for new Hertfordshire Developers Forum
Council leaders from across Hertfordshire are spear-heading a drive to establish a forum with developers.

Sun, 04 Apr 2021 15:30:00 +0100
The dogs most vulnerable to theft in the UK - is your dog on the list?
Certain breeds and designer crossbreeds are much more highly sought-after than others.

Sun, 04 Apr 2021 15:00:00 +0100
Hertsmere Council reveals dog fouling hotspots
Hertsmere Borough Council has warned dog fouling is on the rise locally and has revealed the biggest problem hotspots.

Sun, 04 Apr 2021 13:59:00 +0100
£2.5m to speed up autism assessment in Hertfordshire
HEALTH commissioners have agreed to a £2.5m funding boost to cut the length of time that children with autism have to wait for a diagnosis in Hertfordshire.

Sun, 04 Apr 2021 09:37:21 +0100
Hatfield House running event set to trial Covid passports
A mass participation run in Hertfordshire is set to serve as a pilot event for the government’s “Covid status certification” scheme.

Sun, 04 Apr 2021 13:00:00 +0100
Why do we eat chocolate at Easter? - Easter egg tradition explained
Eating lots of chocolate has become the norm at this time of year - but have you ever wondered where exactly the tradition comes from?

Sat, 03 Apr 2021 20:00:00 +0100
'Sharp-elbowed middle class" may jump hospital waiting lists
HOSPITAL consultant Dermot O’Riordan has raised concerns that the "sharp elbowed" and the "articulate middle class" may be prioritised for treatment as waiting lists grow.

Sat, 03 Apr 2021 16:15:00 +0100
Best and worst motorway service stations in the UK
A survey by Which has ranked the best and worst motorway service stations across the UK.

Sat, 03 Apr 2021 14:00:00 +0100
‘Phenomenal’ work of Hertfordshire NHS staff praised
THE ‘phenomenal’ work of staff during a ‘relentless year’ has been recognised by leading healthcare official Jane Halpin.

Sat, 03 Apr 2021 12:09:46 +0100
Around 80 people in Hertfordshire hospitals were stabbing victims
Stab victims accounted for up to 80 admissions to Hertfordshire hospitals last year, figures suggest.

Sat, 03 Apr 2021 10:21:04 +0100
Care homes will allow two visitors from April 12
New Covid guidelines will allow two regular indoor visitors at care homes from April 12.

Sat, 03 Apr 2021 11:00:00 +0100
Stories from Elstree horror classic Night of the Demon
A couple of years ago I met an old friend, actress Peggy Cummins, and Diana Rigg at an event at Elstree Studios that I was co-hosting. It was the first time I had met Diana so that was a great pleasure. Luckily I had known Peggy for many years and sa...

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 18:00:00 +0100
Amazon Prime has revealed the new TV series and films coming in April
Amazon Prime has released a whole host of new shows and movies coming in April.

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 15:30:00 +0100
Six common mistakes we all make when enjoying a barbecue
Some will offer a wide array of marinated meats cooked to perfection while others will offer dry burgers and a poor selection of condiments.

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 14:30:00 +0100
BBC, ITV and more - Your Easter TV guide for Bank Holiday weekend
Here are some of the best things to watch this Easter Weekend in 2021.

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 14:00:00 +0100
Illegal cigarettes and tobacco seized during operation in Hertfordshire
A tobacco detection dog helped sniff out almost 79,000 illegal cigarettes and over a kilo of tobacco during a two-day operation.

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 13:00:00 +0100
Number of people who may have contracted Covid in West Herts hospitals
More than 250 people are believed to have contracted Covid-19 in hospital at West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust, figures suggest.

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 12:00:00 +0100
St Albans Beer and Cider Festival to be in pubs
Hertfordshire’s largest beer, cider and perry festival will not return to St Albans' Alban Arena this year but will instead take place in the city's pubs.

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 16:40:00 +0100
Plans for UK's largest film studios unveiled for Borehamwood
The UK’s largest ever film studios could be built on the outskirts of Borehamwood, it has emerged.

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 15:16:23 +0100
Haberdashers' Aske's schools could be renamed due to slavery links
Two private schools named after a merchant are considering dropping his name due to his "links to the slave trade".

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Globetrotting Army officer honoured for life-saving work in Africa
An Army medical officer whose missions have taken him around the world says a routine posting in Africa has been "quite simply the biggest challenge of his life".

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Bank Holiday weekend: Herts police patrols being stepped up
Police patrols are being stepped up across Hertfordshire this bank holiday weekend to ensure people are following coronavirus rules.



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