Hertfordshire County Council and partners across the county are coming together to promote an online directory of ‘warm spaces’, buildings which people can use as warm, welcoming spaces as temperatures drop this winter. This online directory allows residents to find libraries, family centres and community spaces near them where they can stay safe and warm. Lots […]
Passengers travelling over the festive period are strongly urged to plan their journeys in advance as major rail upgrades mean Euston station is expected to be much busier than usual from Christmas Eve, into the New Year. Christmas rail works affecting journeys into London Paddington and London St Pancras stations, mean more passengers are expected […]
Catherine Archer’s popular card depicting a robin is raising money for the hospital where she had surgery to remove a spinal tumour. Retired teacher Catherine Archer, 71, from Berkhamsted, was delighted to win The National Brain Appeal’s 2024 Christmas card competition. Her card, that features a robin set against a vibrant backdrop of flowers, is […]
Staff, volunteers and supporters of a local hospice charity were among the models taking to the catwalk for a charity fashion show that raised over £3,000. The preloved fashion show, at Pendley Manor Hotel, was a collaboration between Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care and Luxe Leopard Lifestyle. Over 40 individual outfits showcased on the evening […]
At this time of year many people are starting their Christmas shopping, unfortunately fraudsters are also looking for opportunities to steal your money. In the run-up to last Christmas, Hertfordshire residents were being targeted by scammers posing as police officers, asking them to hand over cash and banking details. Rogue traders were also knocking on […]
Berkhamsted Strathspey & Reel Club is a club for Scottish country dancing, who meet on a Tuesday evening in Potten End for a couple of hours dancing – it’s always a fun evening with uplifting music and some gentle exercise. Scottish Country Dancing is not as high impact as Highland Dancing, so no Highland Flings! […]
A report published this week reveals the striking results of a National Lottery Heritage Fund £5 million Nextdoor Nature programme which was rolled out nationwide, and which has enabled Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust to work more closely with their local communities for two years. At a time when a recent UK Government evaluation of […]
Just in time for the festive season, The Marlowes Shopping Centre is thrilled to announce the arrival of Christmas World, a brand-new holiday shop located in the North Mall. Christmas World offers a wonderland of holiday essentials. Shoppers can explore everything unique ornaments, twinkling lights, and cosy winter décor to thoughtful gift options for every […]
Hertfordshire County Council has published its latest Annual Report, providing an insight for residents and businesses into the range of services that the county council delivers. The report provides an overview of some of the key services and projects over the 2023/24 financial year from social care and schools to highways, fire and rescue, libraries […]
The ever popular Off the Wall Art Fair is back at Discover Bucks Museum, Aylesbury, for the first time since 2021. Enjoy browsing the great selection of art to choose from, with work by both established artists and new talent from the Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire area and beyond. If you are looking for a unique […]
As we know, there are so many benefits to children taking part in team sport that go far beyond just ‘running off a bit of steam’. However, team sport for a 5-year-old isn’t about being perfect or striving to be the best. It’s about instilling a positive relationship with sport and activity from an early […]
Bishop Wood Junior School, a Church of England School in Tring, is looking for 3 new Governors. Thank you to Liz Ayling for writing and supplying this information on behalf of the school. ‘I’m often asked why I chose to volunteer as a School Governor and my answer is probably not what you might expect. […]