SustFest23 will feature a host of events focussed on energy efficiency measures for residents and businesses as the increase in energy bills sparks a new wave of sustainable activity. Several events at the annual festival in June are designed to give ideas and information on reducing our energy usage, including a...
Hundreds of new homes are being proposed for Green Belt land which was a protected wildlife site before being contaminated by diesel dumping. Smallford Pits was designated as a Local Wildlife Site, which identified it as a crucial location for wildlife in the county and protected it from development by the...
Surely it makes perfect sense? The idea that you are no more than 15 minutes away from essential amenities like a grocery store, the gym, parks, the cinema and school. Walk or cycle, it doesn’t matter, life is local. So why are the conspiracy theorists having a meltdown over the...
James Cameron and family head to Oaklands College for the inaugural St Albans Foodies Festival.. The Foodies Festival is a new arrival on the St Albans festival scene, joining the likes of Pub in the Park and Comedy Garden. These touring shows roll into town on their journey around the country...
In his day, he was a world-famous horticulturalist who was known as the Orchid King, but have you heard of Frederick Sander? The life of this remarkable man will be commemorated next week with the latest blue plaque to be installed in St Albans. Frederick's great granddaughter, Anne Sander, and members of...
When baby Albie passed away in his mum’s arms at only five days old the grief was unimaginable. Nothing could ever make it feel better but being contacted by a complete stranger helped Albie’s parents to contemplate the wider impact of such a personal tribute to their beautiful boy. And...
Following a recent article on why the Alban Arena might have had its day, Peter Denney and Geraint John offer an alternative view on why they believe the venue should be preserved. After over 55 years of use, for an incredibly wide and highly successful variety of functions, several inappropriate alterations...
Deborah Heath is at the Inn on the Park for Breakaway Theatre's double bill by Robert Scott...
A major breakthrough has been achieved in the fight against two controversial Green Belt developments by St Albans MP Daisy Cooper. An appeal was looming for two planning applications in Chiswell Green after the schemes were rejected by SADC planning committee councillors. Developers want to stick housing on Green Belt land at...
Darren McCabe celebrates the delights of English rosé...
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