A new singles group has been set up in St Albans to [rovide a welcoming space for people over 40 to meet, socialise, and build new connections. It’s the brainchild of Klaudia Drinkwater (pictured), who suddenly found herself single again in her 40s after heartbreaking relationship split last summer. She explained: “When...
She’s the queen of couture, the doyenne of design and the city’s undisputed style-setter - this month The Dressing Room founder Deryane Tadd celebrates 20 years of the business that made her name. Since first opening its doors at 12 Holywell Hill on May 11 2005, The Dressing Room has become...
Willows Activity Farm has finally hatched its spring spectacular - the annual Easter Eggstravaganza! Expect to see the Easter Bunny throughout the holidays, hosting egg hunts throughout the day where children will be able to hunt for six different coloured eggs and swap them for a delicious Easter chocolate treat. The farm...
St Albans MP Daisy Cooper and her Harpenden neighbour Victoria Collins have taken an active role in the row over on-street parking charges following a social media backlash. The MPs had urged residents to ‘Buy Hertfordshire, Back Britain’ as part of a campaign to support local businesses in the wake of...
The last few weeks of the tenure of High Sheriff Annie Brewster saw the presentation of various awards to community groups and organisations she felt deserved recognition. These included a visit to the St Albans Museum + Gallery to present a High Sheriff Award in recognition of great and valuable services...
St Albans MP Daisy Cooper has condemned Post Office bosses for ploughing ahead with proposals which will mean the city centre's St Peter's Crown PO branch will be replaced with a franchised service. Responding to the announcement by the Post Office and Government ministers, Daisy said: “The St Peter’s Street...
The St Albans Community Pantry hosted a special live cooking demonstration featuring local chef Jon Watts, bringing together food, storytelling, and community support at Poggenpohl in London Road. Supported by Fleetville Larder, the evening showcased how simple, delicious meals can be created quickly while highlighting the crucial work of the charity...
Barely have we bid farewell to last year’s Christmas postbox toppers, than new arrivals have appeared in time for Easter. A topper in Central Drive has been handmade by expert yarnbomber Clare Seldon to raise funds for Oakwood School PTA. It should be on display until the end of April, and if...
All three Peregrine falcon eggs at St Albans Cathedral have been broken, and police are investigating. A Facebook post from the Cathedral said: "Today a very sad incident occurred at our Peregrine falcon nest, where the eggs were damaged. "We are currently working with the Rural Operational Support team at Hertfordshire Constabulary,...
Debut author Anna Lucia has drawn on her experience of growing up as part of the Italian community in St Albans in her recently published novel, Broken Madonna. Highly rated and recommended by initial readers, the novel starts in the mountains of post-WWII Italy. At an orphanage, fragile Elisabetta claims to...
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