Celebrating the 400th anniversary of Sir Francis Bacon’s death, OVO is presenting a special promenade performance of The Winding Stair this Saturday July 11. Adapted by Jesse Norman from his widely admired novel - winner of the 2023 Parliamentary Book Award, a New Statesman Book of the Year, and a Sunday...
Harpenden Common was buzzing with arty activity at the weekend as Art on the Common stagedanother successful event. The celebration of our local arts and culture scene raised a staggering £7,000 for Cancer Research UK. Harpenden MP Victoria Collins visited on Saturday and rolled up her sleeves to participate in helping children...
Previously unknown details about the controversial William Bird community centre development have emerged at a public exhibition into the plans. SADC is investing £6.4m in a new community hub at the site on Toulmin Drive in New Greens, creating a modern, accessible and flexible facility, alongside high-quality changing rooms, a café...
Elena Hogg, founder of local culinary company FOOD by Elena, is reaping the produce from her fruit trees… I went back through past issues and I was correct: almost exactly a year ago, I wrote about the ‘til-then reluctant apricot tree my husband had planted some seven years previously. I wrote about...
Artificial intelligence is no longer the preserve of tech giants and start-ups. It has quietly moved into the HR function, the payroll department, and the manager’s inbox. Employers are using AI tools to screen CVs, draft disciplinary letters, calculate entitlements, manage performance, and even conduct early-stage grievance triage. The appeal is...
The long-awaited resurfacing of the pothole-riddled Victoria Street railway bridge has been completed at last. The project has been promoted by Green Party county councillor Matt Fisher, who says it is a major step forward for active travel, commuter safety, and protecting vehicles from unnecessary wear and tear. Its deteriorated condition was...
This month, Ruth reflects on the difference between what things cost and what they're worth...
Harpenden Photographic Society (HPS) has revealed the winners of its annual awards, including the overall Photographer of the Year for the 2025/2026 season. The society, currently celebrating its 90th year, held five internal competitions throughout the season, where HPS members enter monochrome prints, colour prints, or digital projected images. The top scoring...
SADC leader Cllr Paul de Kort has responded to criticism surrounding the make-up of a new organisation which will steer the creation of a parish council for St Albans city centre. As part of the recent Community Governance Review (CGR), councillors on SADC’s strategy and resources committee have proposed creating a...
St Albans City Band has announced the appointment of Will Watson BMus (Hons), ARAM, LRAM as its new musical director. The appointment marks an exciting new chapter for the much-loved local brass band, which has been part of musical life in and around St Albans for more than 130 years. Will brings...
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