SADC’s Liberal Democrat administration recently passed a budget shaped in the face of continued cuts in local government finances, but opposition councillors have criticised many of their decisions. To ensure a balanced budget for 2025/26, net savings of £325,000 were identified, made up of some additional income sources, increases to charges...
A third-generation Bangladeshi Muslim living in St Albans, Anisha Kashim confronts the harsh reality of growing up in the city which members of her community still experience today...
They (although we’re not sure who ‘they’ are but it’s often said!) say the eyes are the window to the soul, and honestly, they might be onto something.Think about it - eyes don’t just help you see the world; they also let the world see you!Whether it’s joy, sadness, mischief,...
Samuel Ryder Academy welcomed two groups of international visitors to the school, hosting over 40 guests from Hong Kong and more than 30 from France across two days. These visits provided an opportunity to showcase the pioneering work SRA is doing to harness digital technology, enhancing teaching, learning, and the overall...
The horrific state of the former Butterfly World site in Chiswell Green has been revealed by new drone footage. The stark contrast between the former wildlife attraction and the current commercial car storage facility has never been more apparent than in these images. Previously it was difficult to obtain detailed photos of...
To mark International Women’s Day 2025, St Albans BID asked female business owners in the city centre to share their experiences and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. The event, on March 8, celebrates the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women and emphasises a call to action for accelerating equality. Sharing the...
Pupils at Colney Heath School enjoyed a World Book Day with a difference thanks to a special visit from children's author Lou Treleaven. Lou hosted an interactive session for a group of nursery and reception pupils, who had the chance to engage in various fun activities, including story reading with props...
St Albans' traditional Shrove Tuesday pancake races raised a record breaking £7,215 to support vulnerable local families struggling to cope. Organised by local charity Home-Start Hertfordshire, along with Hertfordshire Business Buzz, the event saw 35 teams competing in running and walking races down St Peter's Street. Business development manager of Home-Start Herts Liz Le...
A grassroots campaign calling for tighter restrictions on smartphone use for teenagers will see a milestone debate in the House of Commons this week. The Smartphone-Free Childhood WhatsApp movement, which includes groups based in various St Albans schools, was set up last year in response to concerns over the risks posed...
A couple of weeks ago I attended Tim Atkin’s Best of Rioja 2025 Portfolio tasting at One Great George Street, London. The event featured a wide range of wines, including traditional and modern styles, single vineyard wines, and blends from different sub-regions and villages within Rioja, arguably among the world’s...
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