We ask a different figure from the local community to choose 10 questions to answer from a list of 50. This week: Jack Brooks, who at the age of 72 is set to achieve an incredible personal record by running his 600th marathon on June 22, raising funds for Rennie...
Environmentalists were surprised to discover a remarkable find amidst an unmowed stretch of grassland in Camlet Way, St Michael’s Village. Green councillor and campaigner Juliet Voisey explained: “As I was walking past the grassy bank by the Memorial Hall on Branch Road, I noticed an unusual plant hiding in the long...
This month our local wine merchant, Cellar Door Wines, along with 14 other independent wine retailers, are putting the spotlight on Portugal (#JuneIsForIndies). The wines of Portugal stand out for their wealth of grape varieties and diversity of terroirs, combined with the ancient wisdom and knowledge of its people. With more than...
Bands and solo artists from across the district are in with a chance of performing at food and music festival Pub in the Park when it returns to St Albans in September. A joint competition with music media, events and management company Headliner is offering up-and-coming talent the chance to perform...
When Rishi Sunak announced the date for the long-awaited General Election last month, the St Albans candidate for Reform UK swiftly announced he was standing down. John Dowdle told supporters he had always been clear that if someone else were to come along who would want to take on the role...
Alban Day - a one-day celebration incorporating both the Alban Pilgrimage and Alban Street Festival - is expected to attract thousands of people to the city centre this Saturday. The annual Pilgrimage – which is organised by St Albans Cathedral - tells the story of Alban, Britain's first Christian martyr, using...
Following ongoing controversy over Labour’s plans to add VAT to school fees, the party’s candidate for the new constituency of Harpenden and Berkhamsted has entered the fray. Asked for her views on Kier Starmer’s plans, which opponents claim will result in increased class sizes in public schools as a result, Zara...
Get on your bike and ride! As part of National Bike Week, we've come up with a selection of cycle routes around St Albans for riders of all abilities. Jackie Jayawardena, experienced cyclist and founder of JJ Fitness Personal Training in St Albans said: “Cycling is excellent to boost fitness and...
The St Albans District Chamber of Commerce Community Business Awards are back for 2024 - and nominations are now open. This year’s categories have been amended to include the following: Rising Star Award Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Award Excellence in Customer Service Award New Business Award Small to Medium Business of the Year Award Large Business...
When a loved one dies, certain dates can become particularly difficult to navigate. Where once perhaps full of joy, days like Christmas, birthdays and other events can feel overwhelmingly difficult to plan for and to manage. Aaron Roberts, manager of the bereavement, listening and talking therapies service at Rennie Grove Peace Hospice...
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