Controversial plans for up to 150 new homes on Green Belt land to the north of St Albans have been reluctantly approved by councillors. The scheme, by Cala Homes, is for land to the rear of 112-156B Harpenden Road, and will provide a residential development plus associated garages, parking, landscaping, open...
Through an old wooden door and up a winding stone staircase in the depths of St Albans Cathedral can be found a hidden treasure trove of historical artefacts - stacked on shelves, secured in storage boxes, and secreted in cardboard folders and wooden bureaux. This is the Muniment Room, a remarkable...
Organisers of this year's Pub in the Park St Albans have announced that Saturday VIP tickets are now very nearly sold out, with only limited numbers of remaining tickets for all sessions still available. Founded by Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge, the popular food and music festival is one of the city’s...
Herts Open Studios returns for its 35th year from September 6-28, and artists and makers across St Albans will be opening their studio doors to visitors. This much loved annual event offers the public a chance to meet artists, watch demonstrations, and see creativity in action. from leather work to landscapes,...
Customers using the new franchised Post Office service in St Peter's Street have reported major teething problems during its first few days of opening - but bosses have blamed it on increased pressure caused by a temporary closure. The Crown Post Office branch closed its doors on Tuesday at 3pm, and...
A St Albans-based personal trainer, nutritionist and life coach has made the national media in recognition of his 10-stone weight loss journey. Mark Ludlow went from weighing more than 23 stone and wearing 3XL clothes to building a career helping local people achieve life-changing results through a truly personalised and holistic...
Deborah Heath is castaway on OVO's makeshift desert island to review the latest production by the Youth Ensemble...
Once referred to as a nation of shopkeepers, it’s perhaps fair to say that today’s Britain is more of a nation of hospitality businesses – but for how long? Recent months have seen the Government’s new tax burdens take their toll on businesses across the district, with the hospitality industry in...
The Abbey Line Community Rail Partnership (CRP) is celebrating its 20th anniverary with a unique collaboration that brings together rail heritage, wildlife, and local craft brewing. The CRP has teamed up with Pope’s Yard Brewery in North Watford to commission a special guest beer, inspired by the Abbey Flyer - the...
Councillors are again being expected to make a crucial decision on plans to build homes on Green Belt land in north St Albans. Proposals call for approximately 1,100 homes behind the Texaco garage on the Harpenden Road and stretching all the way to the railway line. The area is owned by...
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