Carshalton Athletic 1 St Albans City 0 (Isthmian League Premier Division)Report by Jess Unwin, photos by Jim Standen With the Robins desperately needing points to escape relegation, some might suggest it was no great shock that this last game of season 2025-26 ended in another disappointing defeat for Saints. But don’t tell...
Old Albanians Junior Saints U18s have made history by becoming the first girls team from both the club and county to reach the final of the RFU National Cup. Facing a long journey up to the north east of England and strong opposition in their semi-final from Houghton RFC, they seized...
A St Albans teenager has climbed the tallest mountain in Northern Ireland in a bid to raise money for his voluntary expedition to Cambodia. This July a group of Year 10 students from Samuel Ryder Academy will take part in a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the South East Asian nation to live...
A much‑loved children’s bug hotel at a community garden in Sopwell was destroyed in a deliberate arson attack on Thursday evening, leaving residents shocked and young volunteers heartbroken. Grow Community Sopwell, founded to bring residents together through gardening, sustainability and shared outdoor space, has been a cornerstone of the neighbourhood for...
Experience a week filled with style, glamour, and self-care right in the heart of St Albans city centre. Whether you’re a fashion enthusiast, beauty lover, or just want to browse, there’s something for everyone at St Albans Fashion & Beauty Week 2026. From Monday April 27 to Sunday May 3, the annual...
A celebration of real ales featuring festivals, tastings, live talks and music events took place across St Albans last weekend. Coinciding with the annual National Members Meeting of CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale) taking place in St Albans for the first time in the organisation’s 55-year-history, the City of Ale event...
Villagers from communities across the St Albans district were out in force on Saturday to protest over the Government’s plans to concrete over the Green Belt. The Community Planning Alliance – made up of local campaigners from across the UK – organised a national Day of Action highlighting the urgency of...
The Zombies are hosting a special fan event over Halloween weekend (October 30 - November 1), celebrating the "British Invasion" band's musical legacy and deep ties to their hometown of St Albans. This will be the third occasion that fans from across the globe have congregated in St Albans to experience...
St Albans City 4 Canvey Island 1 (Isthmian League Premier Division)Report from Jess Unwin at Clarence Park, photos by Jim Standen Saints produced an emphatic win in their last home game of this season, but with thoughts already turning to the next campaign, many supporters will believe it’s probably more important...
The Ver Valley Society has launched a Chalk Stream Challenge on the River Ver, offering the opportunity for young people to explore their local river and discover why chalk streams are so special. The challenge is suitable for schools, Scouts, Guides, similar groups and supervised, keen individuals. Not only is there...
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