A major update to the nation’s woodland records has uncovered a remarkable finding in Hertfordshire. Since 2020, Herts Environmental Records Centre (HERC) has compiled vital local data for the Ancient Woodland Inventory (AWI) – an ongoing national survey coordinated by Natural England. The result? Hertfordshire is home to significantly more Ancient Woodland than previously recognised, […]
Seven spotty cheetah cubs have been born at Whipsnade Zoo, marking a huge boost to the international conservation breeding programme for their endangered sub species, the northern cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus soemmeringii). First-time mum Amira gave birth to four cubs on 18 May, followed by her sibling Zara who delivered a litter of three just five days later. […]
Ten new local engagement boards are being launched by Hertfordshire Constabulary to capture the voices of a wide range of local communities on policing and crime. Community Safety and Engagement Boards (CSEBs) will be run in every district and borough led by their Neighbourhood Policing Teams, supporting the current work they do to engage with […]
With live music venues aiming for complete audience immersion with a combination of classic live performance and high technology, the Electric Light Orchestra Encounter tribute band did Berkhamsted Civic Centre proud on 13 June. Lyn Drummond reports. As the ELO Encounter’s lead singer and pianist, Jack Rownes said: ‘Every time I listen to Electric Light […]
Hector’s House is a local suicide prevention and mental health charity, founded by the family of Hector Stringer, who took his own life at just 18 years old. Its mission is to prevent suicide through education, awareness, and support. It does this in a number of ways – from a dedicated listening ear service and […]
Producers Barry & Fran Weissler and David Ian for Crossroads Live have announced full casting for the UK and Ireland tour of the smash hit romantic musical comedy Waitress, coming to Milton Keynes Theatre from Tue 22-Sat 26 Sep. The production will star Carrie Hope Fletcher as Jenna, Evelyn Hoskins as Dawn, Les Dennis as […]
One of the Chilterns’ last remaining watermills, still capable of grinding wheat into flour for breadmaking, faces an uncertain future unless new volunteers step forward urgently. Ford End Watermill, tucked away on the edge of the village of Ivinghoe, has been part of the local landscape for centuries. Fed by the chalk stream Whistle Brook, […]
Tring Summer Carnival returns this year: a spectacular four-day event proving that big things happen in our small town. As the recognised heartbeat of the community, this year’s festivities from 9-13 July promise an inclusive, high-energy celebration for all ages. The excitement kicks off on Thursday 9 July with the quiz night and rock n […]
A gigantic bundle of joy has been delivered to Whipsnade Zoo in Bedfordshire, after an endangered Asian elephant was born on Monday 8 June. Following a 22-month gestation, the not-so-tiny infant was born to mum Donna late at night, surrounded by the other females in the herd; her own mum Kaylee, and daughter Nang Phaya, […]
Join the chatter and natter table on Wednesday mornings at Home Ground Cafe in Long Marston from 10.30-11.30am. Hosted by local volunteers, this relaxed gathering is all about bringing people together over a cup of coffee, homemade cake or just a glass of water and good conversation. Everyone is invited, whether you come alone, with […]
Hertfordshire Constabulary is supporting a county-wide domestic abuse campaign during the FIFA World Cup 2026™ football tournament. Sadly, national statistics show that offences of domestic abuse and other Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) offences often increase during major football tournaments. As the tournament kicks off tonight, the constabulary is supporting the ‘We Won’ campaign in partnership […]
As featured earlier this year, the campaign to raise £500,000 to save three fields, covering 30 acres, on the east side of Berkhamsted Castle, is continuing apace. These fields, collectively known as Castle Fields, were saved from imminent development thanks to a philanthropic, interest-free loan of £500,000. They have huge historical significance and bio-diversity potential […]