Major railway upgrades are taking place between the West Midlands and London Euston this August bank holiday to make journeys more reliable for passengers and freight customers in future. The multi-million-pound investment, part of Britain’s Railway Upgrade Plan, will see Network Rail replace track, upgrade signalling and maintain bridges and other structures on the section […]
For the past 20 years, ‘Patchwork’ in Hall Park Gate, Berkhamsted has opened twice a year for the National Garden Scheme, but because of the coronavirus pandemic was unable to open in May this year. With the easing of restrictions, The National Trust, English Heritage, The Royal Horticultural Society and KEW have all started a […]
Once again, pupils in their final year at Lockers Park (Boxmoor, Hemel Hempstead) have been celebrating academic success. The highly-regarded Preparatory School is proud to announce a 100% pass rate for its Common Entrance examinations for all 33 pupils. The fantastic set of results included A Grades across the board in French. The academic accomplishments […]
Hemel Hempstead MP, Sir Mike Penning, urges parents to make sure their children are Road Safety Aware. Most parents do not think their children understand road dangers or concentrate properly when near roads, a new survey reveals as pupils across the country prepare to set off back to school from next week. Safety campaigners have […]
If you’re a cat lover, no doubt you’ll be aware that International Cat Day was on Saturday 8 August. ‘While research shows that watching funny cat videos online can boost a person’s energy and create positive emotions, according to the experts owning a cat can also be good for your heart. Petting a cat is […]
Local partners get together to display artwork created by the community during lockdown, as part of Herts Year of Culture 2020 (HYOC2020). Dacorum Borough Council, The Marlowes Shopping Centre in Hemel Hempstead, Anna’s Funky Art and Three Rivers District Council are hosting a cross-district exhibition in Dacorum. The exhibition is a celebration of art created […]
Local not-for-profit, social enterprise for start-ups and small businesses, Wenta, had a new team member on board at their Watford business centre on Friday 7 August. Watford MP, Dean Russell, whose office is based at the centre, requested to work on the frontline of Wenta’s busy Reception together with team members, Donna Colbourne and Sylwia […]
Heroes don’t wear capes, they wear face coverings so please continue to play your part in Hertfordshire and wear one to prevent the spread of coronavirus and save lives. That’s the message from Hertfordshire’s county council, district and borough councils, emergency services and our local NHS. A face covering, which could be a disposable or […]
You’ll be pleased to hear that the Heritage Open Days for 2020 are not dead and will be running in a reduced form and format from 11-20 September. And remember, all tours are free. The following require pre-booking: THE LOST WHARVES OF BERKHAMSTED: A guided tour of yesterday’s canal. Wednesday 16 September 10am PETER’S CHURCH […]
Seven new Special Constables were welcomed into Hertfordshire Constabulary during their Attestation Ceremony at Police Headquarters on Thursday 6 August. Special Constables have full police powers, uniform and protective equipment and work alongside the regular force. During 13 weeks of training, the new recruits learnt about basic law around theft, public order, assaults, traffic, powers […]
Copper House Bar & Brasserie in Berkhamsted have kindly sent us a couple of Prosecco cocktail recipes for you to try out in celebration of National Prosecco Day… Copper House Bar & Brasserie re-opened with a bang on Wednesday 29 July. Their entrance features a full floral arch to celebrate re-opening and bring the gorgeous high […]
Police in Dacorum are cracking down on the illegal use of privately-owned electric or ‘e-scooters’ after a rise in reports across the borough. On Wednesday 5 August, officers from the Hemel Hempstead Central Safer Neighbourhood Team conducted a targeted operation in the town centre. They patrolled the Marlowes and the surrounding area, and spent time […]