There’s still time to catch a showcase of work by the Harpenden Photographic Society as part of the ongoing Exhibition Series at the Eric Morecambe Centre. More than 30 images from HPS members are on show including: wildlife, landscapes, street shots, creative takes, mono and colour. Harpenden Photographic Society chair, Steve Collins...
Harpenden Classics on the Common 2026 saw around 1,000 classic cars, motorcycles, and scooters pack out the town's green space for an afternoon of vintage vehicles and community fundraising. Organised by Rotary in Harpenden, Wednesday's free public event supported a host of charities including the Harpenden Child Contact Centre, Essex &...
A refuse collection crew’s prompt action helped to prevent a fire caused by a battery placed in a waste bin from getting out of control. The Veolia crew spotted smoke pouring out of the rear of their 26-tonne lorry after emptying residual waste bins in Batford, Harpenden, on Tuesday. They safely ejected...
A multi-award-winning painter and printmaker from Harpenden will be exhibiting his series of work based on the trees of Rothamsted Park at the Eric Morecambe Centre throughout August. Andrew Keenleyside is best known for his expressive interpretations of the local landscape, and his work explores the ever-changing colours, atmosphere and moods...
A former professional rugby player will be visiting Harpenden this week as he attempts a world-record-breaking endurance challenge by completing 100 ultramarathons in 100 consecutive days. David 'Jacko' Jackson, who lives in north west Wales, hopes to raise £1 million for brain injury charities Headway UK and Head for Change with...
Harpenden’s annual Scottish-themed charity fundraiser made a triumphant return to Rothamsted Park last Sunday - marking the 30th anniversary of its revival. Organised by the local Lions Club, the Highland Gathering featured pipe bands, Highland dancing, Highland games, stage performances from Upbeat Choir, Dance Studio, Sunny Side Up and John Knowles,...
With the nation in the midst of a heatwave, an enterprising group of Harpenden youngsters saw an opportunity – to raise money for Children In Need. The fantastic five, Tia, Lucy, Stanley, Maisie and Amar, united to run their very own lemonade stand – even freshly making the lemonade themselves. It was...
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...
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...
Police have promised they are taking reports of bogus charity collectors seriously after being accused of inaction on social media. A man with banners and signs for two different charities touting for donations outside Harpenden's Sainsbury's supermarket was approached by a member of the public and accused of running a scam,...
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