An increase in high visibility police patrols and crime fighting in town centres has been welcomed by Hertfordshire Police & Crime Commissioner Jonathan Ash-Edwards. Operation Hotspot is an initiative Mr Ash-Edwards launched last year to fund additional patrols in town centres and crime hotspots. In its first year, over 26,000 hours of additional patrols were […]
A chance meeting between a TV personality and the churchwarden of St Peter’s Church, Berkhamsted, while on holiday has led to an unusual raffle prize as the church begins its renovation appeal. Jim Moir (better known as comedian Vic Reeves) has generously donated a print to the fundraiser. St Peter’s Church has stood on Berkhamsted […]
As summer turns to autumn the clocks will be going back at the end of October, meaning the afternoons will grow darker and with that, there is a regular increase in burglaries across this period. During the autumn and winter months burglaries do tend to increase as many homes are left unlit during the dark afternoons, which can alert burglars to […]
The Marlowes Shopping Centre in Hemel Hempstead is set to bring families a spooktacular treat this Halloween with a frightfully fun free event on Tuesday 28 October from 11am-3pm. Brave visitors can get up close and personal with a creepy crew of creatures, from slithery reptiles to creepy crawlies, in an unforgettable hands-on encounter. For […]
Bluey, Bingo, Mum and Dad are back by popular demand in the Olivier Award-nominated live stage show Bluey’s Big Play. The tour opens on 25 October and will visit 32 venues across the UK and Ireland up until August 2026, including performances at Milton Keynes Theatre from Thu 27-Sat 29 Nov. Featuring brilliantly created puppets, […]
Dacorum Borough Council is excited to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website, offering residents and visitors a fresh, modern look and an improved user experience across all devices. The updated website has been designed with accessibility and convenience in mind, making it easier than ever to find information, access services, and stay connected […]
Casting has officially been announced for the the critically-acclaimed Carlos Acosta’s Nutcracker in Havana, choreographed and directed by Carlos Acosta CBE. The ballet embarks on its second UK tour from Friday 31 October 2025 opening at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre for three performances. The cast includes Acosta Danza dancers Amisaday Naara, Daniela Urgelles, Adria Diaz, Ofelia Rodriguez, Thalia Cardin, Melisa […]
Naomi MacKay watched Death on the Nile at Milton Keynes Theatre, where it runs until Saturday 18 October. Some might say there is no value in watching a play where you know what happens – but theatre lovers happily rewatch Shakespeare plays – and Agatha Christie fans will think the same about this show. Luckily, […]
Small businesses in the borough of Dacorum are set to benefit from a support boost, as they continue to battle the economic headwinds of 2025. Dacorum Borough Council is financially subsidising memberships to the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), using their allocation of the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund. The scheme offers small business owners […]
Producer Karl Sydow is delighted to announce that Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story On Stage will be touring the UK and Ireland from summer 2026, opening at Milton Keynes Theatre from Thu 27-Sat 29 August 2026. Exploding with heart-pounding music, breath-taking emotion and sensationally sexy dancing, the stage production inspired by the hit film […]
For the second consecutive year, Dacorum Borough Council joined forces with Ideas Forums to host the Ideas Fest business festival, held at Pendley Manor Hotel in Tring on Wednesday 10 and Thursday 11 September 2025. Labelled the ‘Glastonbury for Business’, Ideas Fest is a two-day business festival for founders, investors, operators, and creatives who want […]
Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service have recently welcomed their latest firefighter recruits as they embark on a 16-week training programme which if successful, will see them graduate at a pass out parade in December. A total of 17 trainees have joined the Service, made up of 12 men and 5 women. There’s a broad age […]