The highest Halloween passenger numbers since Covid meant the season at Leighton Buzzard Railway ended in good style. Two trains were in service, one hauled by an intriguing pair of vertical boiler engines. De Winton 0-4-0VBTs Taffy (visiting from Alan Keef Ltd) and LBR-based ‘Chaloner’, built in Wales by de Winton in 1877 which is […]
In 2026, an exciting new woodland playground at Waddesdon will open – free for all the family to enjoy. The playground has been designed specifically for the Manor and its woodland setting, offering a rich connection with nature through play with imaginative structures, swings, slides and much more. This unique, bespoke design is made using […]
UK’s biggest food collection calls for volunteers to support charities. With food banks and charities facing continued high levels of need this winter, people are being urged to give the gift of their time to take part in the UK’s biggest food donation drive. Now in its 13th year, the Tesco Winter Food Collection is […]
A new survey suggests most Hertfordshire residents want to know more about being prepared for emergency situations. Like all counties, Hertfordshire faces potential risks, such as losing supply of services we depend on every day and weather-related hazards. But 79% of residents, who responded to the survey, said they had not prepared for an emergency. […]
Police are appealing for witnesses, information and dash cam footage following a serious road traffic collision in Berkhamsted. Around 7.45am yesterday (Monday 27 October), a black Peugeot 2008 GT was travelling along the High Street, near the turning for Coombe Gardens, when it was involved in a collision with a pedestrian. The pedestrian, a man […]
Pupils from a local primary school have won a competition to name the suites at a brand-new care home in Tring. Keen for names with cultural or historical significance to the area, the team at Care UK’s Eggleton House reached out to locals for suite names, knowing that those with connections to the town would […]
Two local women have been honoured on the national stage after their interior design studio, Natalie Roukin Interiors, was named Silver Winner for Customer Service at the Best Businesswomen Awards 2025. Natalie Roukin and Jenna Stopforth were recognised for their people-first approach to design, helping homeowners create beautiful, functional spaces that improve everyday living. Although […]
Hertfordshire County Council has agreed a new corporate plan, setting out a bold and ambitious vision to build a sustainable, inclusive and thriving Hertfordshire. The corporate plan, titled On Your Side, sets out the county council’s key priorities between 2025 and 2028, and how the council will deliver them. The plan makes five key commitments: […]
Clear, calm guidance at a pivotal financial moment with Montgomery Estate Planning. Preserve. Protect. Pass On. As the Autumn Budget on 26 November 2025 approaches, long-standing tax allowances and reliefs may be about to change. For retired families focused on maintaining and transferring wealth, the implications could be far-reaching. Early commentary suggests potential shifts in […]
Would you, or someone you know, make a great police officer or detective? Hertfordshire police is recruiting right now. If you’ve worked in customer service, retail or hospitality roles, you’ve got great transferable skills. Join and make a difference to your community. Apply now and you could be in training by spring 2026. The recruitment […]
The season for fireworks, trick or treats and celebrations is upon us. Whilst this can be an exciting time for many, it can also cause others to feel anxious and worried. Hertfordshire Constabulary hopes everyone has a safe and enjoyable time but encourages those participating in the festivities to please be considerate and respectful of […]
Naomi MacKay watched The Bodyguard at Milton Keynes Theatre, where it runs until Saturday 25 October. More than 30 years after The Bodyguard first hit the big screen, this stage adaptation proves that the story – and Whitney Houston’s iconic soundtrack – are as timeless as ever. Even if you’ve never seen the film, you’ll […]