Alban City School is celebrating 14 years of a beloved figure in the school community, site manager David Edwards. Alexandra Assadian, a mother of three at the school, sat down with David to hear more about his life experiences and discover some insights into his role. For pupils, parents and staff...
The Pantaloons were back at the Roman Theatre Festival and Deborah Heath was there for the experience...
Samuel Ryder Academy is celebrating an excellent outcome following its recent Ofsted inspection, with inspectors recognising the strength of the school as a community where children and young people thrive both academically and personally. This was the Academy’s first inspection under Ofsted’s new report card framework. Rather than awarding a single...
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...
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