A gigantic bundle of joy has been delivered to Whipsnade Zoo in Bedfordshire, after an endangered Asian elephant was born on Monday 8 June. Following a 22-month gestation, the not-so-tiny infant was born to mum Donna late at night, surrounded by the other females in the herd; her own mum Kaylee, and daughter Nang Phaya, […]
Join the chatter and natter table on Wednesday mornings at Home Ground Cafe in Long Marston from 10.30-11.30am. Hosted by local volunteers, this relaxed gathering is all about bringing people together over a cup of coffee, homemade cake or just a glass of water and good conversation. Everyone is invited, whether you come alone, with […]
Hertfordshire Constabulary is supporting a county-wide domestic abuse campaign during the FIFA World Cup 2026™ football tournament. Sadly, national statistics show that offences of domestic abuse and other Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) offences often increase during major football tournaments. As the tournament kicks off tonight, the constabulary is supporting the ‘We Won’ campaign in partnership […]
As featured earlier this year, the campaign to raise £500,000 to save three fields, covering 30 acres, on the east side of Berkhamsted Castle, is continuing apace. These fields, collectively known as Castle Fields, were saved from imminent development thanks to a philanthropic, interest-free loan of £500,000. They have huge historical significance and bio-diversity potential […]
Young people across Hertfordshire are being urged to step forward and help influence the future of policing, crime prevention and community safety as recruitment opens for the second year of the Hertfordshire Youth Commission. Open to young people aged 14 to 25, the Youth Commission gives members a direct voice in the issues affecting their […]
These beautiful cats are currently with Cats Protection Hemel Hempstead & Berkhamsted Branch – can you offer any of them a forever home? Suki and Kali Suki (white bib and paws, main image) is 12 years old and her daughter Kali (tabby, pictured right) is 10 years old; two super sweet tabbies and the definition […]
The much-loved Tring Midsummer Fun Run is back on Wednesday 1 July at Tring Park Cricket Club. Organised by Tring Running Club, this friendly annual event welcomes runners of all ages and abilities. With children’s races (only £1 entry), a 6km adult run, and a dedicated inclusivity race, there’s something for everyone. The races will […]
The 2025/26 Dragons’ Apprentice Challenge, an initiative organised by Community Action Dacorum, concluded with an awards ceremony at The University of Hertfordshire. This year’s cohort of talented Year 12 students raised an impressive total of £28,943.20 for local charities, starting with initial seed funding of just £100 per team. The programme saw 17 teams from […]
Hertfordshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Jonathan Ash-Edwards, has reappointed Chief Constable Andy Prophet following his completion of 30 years of pensionable service. Mr Prophet will sign a new five-year contract, committing him to serving as Hertfordshire’s most senior police officer. To comply with historic police pension regulations, Mr Prophet will step away from his role […]
The 2026 Great Big Green Week runs from 6-14 June and is a celebration of community action to protect nature and tackle climate change. There are nature hunts, sustainable gardening tips at Woods Garden Centre in the High Street, green-themed stories at Berkhamsted Library, and special green quiz rounds at Berkhamsted’s favourite pubs (The Bull […]
Anyone interested in books and writing is in for a treat at the 13th BeaconLit Book Festival, taking place in Marsworth Millennium Hall on Saturday 11 July. The event, which raises funds for Beacon Villages Community Library, has made a name for itself as a high quality festival with an intimate villagey atmosphere, loved by […]
Naomi MacKay watched the 50th anniversary tour of Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo at Milton Keynes Theatre. On tonight only – Wednesday 3 June. Celebrating fifty years of irreverent brilliance, Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo returned to the Milton Keynes stage last night with a show that demonstrated precisely why the company remains […]