This week we celebrate the 589th birthday of Riesling, that delightful, timeless classic and versatile grape variety. Riesling produces vibrant, quality wines ranging from bone-dry to decadently sweet. Whether you prefer a sunny, honeyed citrus flavor or a lifting mineral tang, Riesling has something to offer. It’s a white grape variety...
Elena Hogg, founder of local culinary company FOOD by Elena, goes in search of her middle ground...
Members of the Royal Family joined Commonwealth representatives, dignitaries, faith leaders and representatives of a host of community organisations at St Albans Cathedral to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Commonwealth. The event - which was attended by Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester - focused on youth...
St Albans District Chamber of Commerce united the genders in celebration of this year’s International Women’s Day at St Michael’s Manor. The female majority were joined by a handful of males, including several Chamber directors, in marking the annual event highlighting the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women, while...
We ask a different figure from the local community to choose 10 questions to answer from a list of 50. This time: Richard Scott, Harpenden Liberal Democrat Town Councillor. He is perhaps best known as the Chair of Harpenden for Europe, the pro-Remain campaign group he co-founded in 2018. What was...
It has been said: “That corruption is endemic in all government is practically certain”. Today, it might be fair to suggest that politicians need to win back the trust of citizens because of a steady stream of corruption scandals where money has bought political access, influence and commercial benefits. Reversing the...
The St Albans branch of boutique store Oliver Bonas is doubling in size by expanding into the adjacent unit at The Maltings Shopping Centre.The refurbishments are underway and due to complete in time for the planned opening during the weekend of April 27.The independent lifestyle retailer has over 50 stores...
Take a wander down the cobbled pathway of Waxhouse Gate, the Cathedral an imposing edifice before you, and slip surreptitiously inside the wood-panelled environs of the Mad Squirrel Tap. There, if you have chosen the right day, you will find a cabal of criminal masterminds who are literally plotting murder. But...
A residents’ group has condemned damage to the Grade I listed Abbey Gateway caused by a forklift truck transporting components from the recent University of Hertfordshire graduation ceremonies. The incident, on March 6, saw the truck becoming stuck and hitting one side of the stonework, before shedding its load over the...
A groundbreaking bike hire scheme tailored specifically for the pump track and dirt jumps has been launched by St Albans Cycle Hub. The initiative, which was made possible through funding and donations, aims to revolutionise access to specialised cycling equipment for bikers in the community from the hub’s base at Cottonmill...
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