Wildlife charity People’s Trust for Endangered Species is calling for volunteers to record any sightings of roadkill via a free app, in a bid to aid wildlife conservation. From late August onwards, families, friends or colleagues travelling by road across England, Scotland and Wales can take part by simply downloading PTES’ free Mammals on Roads […]
The new school year may just be about to start but it’s already time for parents and carers in Hertfordshire to start planning for next year as the application process for transfer to secondary schools opens today (Friday 1 September). If your child starts secondary, upper or university technical college next year, make sure you […]
Hertfordshire’s ten Conservative MPs have unanimously backed County Council Leader Richard Roberts’ opposition to Khan’s ULEZ expansion and to any ULEZ infrastructure being installed in the county. Hemel Hempstead MP Sir Mike Penning said: ‘Sadiq Khan’s ULEZ expansion has a disproportionate impact on small businesses and working people from Hertfordshire who travel regularly to outer […]
Detectives are appealing for witnesses and information following an assault in Berkhamsted. The incident occurred in Berkhamsted High Street at around 3pm on Wednesday 30 August. An 18-year-old woman has subsequently been arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm to a 29-year-old man. The victim has been transferred to hospital with a facial injury, […]
How does saving money on energy bills while lowering your carbon emissions sound? Dacorum residents are invited to register for a scheme which can help you do both of these things through the power of solar energy. If you live in Dacorum, or anywhere else in Hertfordshire, you can now register to be part of […]
Hertfordshire Constabulary is offering residents a free cybercrime advice session at Hemel Hempstead library. Organised and delivered by specialist Cyber Protect officers from our Serious Fraud and Cyber Unit, the sessions provide practical tips for avoiding the most common types of cybercrimes. At these free of charge, drop in events, there will also be talks […]
Former London Hairdresser of the Year turned session stylist Luke Benson has announced the launch of his inaugural salon in the picturesque market town of Berkhamsted in September 2023. Luke, who previously worked at salons in Pinner and Rickmansworth, was recently named Global Ambassador for Keune and regularly works with some of the world’s biggest […]
Prizes and publication are up for grabs in a wildlife photography contest run by Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust. Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust has launched its annual wildlife photography competition, Wild Snaps, and is encouraging amateur photographers of all ages to enter photos they feel best capture the region’s wildlife and landscapes, and the […]
Herts Visual Arts is showcasing art in the heart of our communities across Hertfordshire. Herts Open Studios is the largest event of the annual Hertfordshire art calendar. For over 30 years, this popular event has been bringing artists, artisans, and art lovers together for inspiration and discovery. It’s a wonderful opportunity to appreciate local art […]
The Leighton Buzzard Railway is delighted to announce not one, but two upcoming end of summer holiday events – the perfect way to treat the kids before they return to school. On the Bank Holiday weekend of Sunday and Monday 27 and 28 August, the railway’s Pirates Weekend returns. Any children who dress up as […]
Age UK Hertfordshire and Age UK Dacorum will be merging in order to strengthen their services and support offering for older people, their families and carers in the Hertfordshire area. The Charity has been undertaking a consultation process with staff, volunteers and older people over the past few months, in order to shape the organisation […]
Tring Park School for the Performing Arts is delighted to announce another successful year of impressive GCSE exam results. Overall, 58.1% of students achieved grades A*-A, and 36.2% attained grades 9-7, in comparison with the national average of 22% grade 7/A and above. Subject areas including French, German, Music and Triple Science achieved a 100% pass […]