Network Rail and the Department for Transport have today announced a five-point plan that aims to improve the functioning of Euston station and deliver a better passenger experience while it undergoes longer-term design changes. The outdated station is in major need of overhaul and has led to some very uncomfortable and unpleasant conditions for passengers. […]
Hertfordshire County Council is set to join the global celebration of World Space Week 2024 from 4-10 October, spotlighting the county’s flourishing space sector that is at the heart of the UK’s space industry – valued at £18.9 billion. Hertfordshire is home to several leading research institutions and space and defence companies that are at […]
An English writer has come third in a prestigious international writing award. Thomas Patel from Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire has been awarded third prize in The Paul Cave Prize for Teenage Fiction 2024 for his 5,000 word story, The Spirit Train. I cursed myself as I missed the train. How could I be so stupid? Looking at […]
Could you make a real difference to our next generation? The Dragons’ Apprentice Challenge has been running in Dacorum for 11 years and has raised over £115,000 for local charities. So what’s the challenge? Schools enter teams of Year 12 students as the Apprentices. They are matched with a local business mentor (the Dragon) and […]
Police are appealing for witnesses and information following a theft in Berkhamsted. The incident occurred at around 2pm on Saturday 21 September. It was reported that a man withdrew cash from the ATM outside Tesco Metro. As he went to walk away, he was approached by a man who asked him for directions. A short […]
Hertfordshire County Council is on the lookout for projects to support with its Environmental Improvement Grant, with up to £3,000 in funding available for people or groups who are hoping to improve nature on their land and in their local communities. The grant, which has contributed £27,214 to 16 projects to date was created to […]
Hertfordshire residents and businesses are being encouraged to share their views on future policing and crime prevention priorities by the Police and Crime Commissioner, Jonathan Ash-Edwards. All residents and those who work in the county are invited to shape the PCC’s new Police and Crime Plan which sets strategic priorities for Hertfordshire Constabulary on behalf […]
A letter to the editor from Michelle Blackburn, who was diagnosed with breast cancer. Breast Cancer Awareness Month is upon us, which means the return of Wear it Pink – Breast Cancer Now’s biggest and brightest fundraising event – on Friday 18 October. Every 10 minutes, someone in the UK hears the words ‘you have […]
Northchurch Social Centre is at the heart of its community, and has been for over 50 years. After a hugely successful event last year, on Saturday 5 October 2024 the Centre is once again inviting all local people to its Community Open Day, between 10am-3pm. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy a whole range […]
Land near the castle to the east of New Road has recently changed ownership resulting in significant limitations to access for Berkhamsted residents. Narrow public Rights of Way have been extensively fenced in, dramatically confining pre-existing pathways and denying access to most of the land that had traditionally been used by the community. Its location […]
After more than a year of renovation of the historic pub, the current owners opened the Trooper in June last year. With the appointment this summer of new Head Chef Jermaine Harriott, the Trooper is now well on its way to becoming a well-loved, established pub and restaurant, alongside the more relaxed Trooper Barn serving […]
Tring Park School for the Performing Arts has announced its Autumn Open Days, giving talented young performers from across the UK an opportunity to experience what the unique vocational school has to offer. The Open Days will take place for the Prep Department on 2 and 17 October, Years 7 to 10 on 10 and […]