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Residents' fear as 'over 10 cars keyed' overnight by vandal in same road
Around a dozen cars have reportedly been deliberately scratched near Chester Road in Watford, leaving residents afraid to park there overnight.
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Residents' fear as 'over 10 cars keyed' overnight by vandal in same road
Around a dozen cars have reportedly been deliberately scratched near Chester Road in Watford, leaving residents afraid to park there overnight.
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Watford Neonatal Unit recognised for putting families at the heart of care
The neonatal unit at Watford General Hospital has been awarded Gold accreditation from the Bliss Baby Charter, recognising its commitment to placing families at the heart of neonatal care and providing parents with support, guidance and reassurance alongside specialist treatment for their premature and sick babies.
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Hertfordshire councillor says all new roads must be built to ‘adoptable’ standards
Leading Hertfordshire councillor Paul Zukowskyj has called on the Government to require roads on all new housing developments to be built to “adoptable” standards.
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Hertfordshire council reorganisation decision withdrawn and delayed for a year
Hertfordshire council reorganisation delayed as Government withdraws four-unitary plan; new decision due early next year, with May 2028 elections before 2029.
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New Herts restaurant launches after 'months of preparation'
A new Hertfordshire restaurant has launched after "months of preparation".
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Budget 2026 highlights for individuals and business owners in St Albans
As always there are a number of highlights from this year’s budget and a lot of detail in the supplementary information that follows. If anything caught your attention or affects you or your business, then get in touch with your tax adviser. For individuals, there are a collection of small.
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Isabel Hospice relaunches Giftmas Challenge to promote preloved Christmas shopping
Isabel Hospice has relaunched its Giftmas Challenge in eastern Hertfordshire.
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Hertfordshire councils' restructure plans dropped
The local government minister says he hopes to make a decision over a new model by the new year.
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Three-car crash shuts M1 in Hertfordshire as police and ambulance called
A three-vehicle crash forced the full closure of the M1 at Watford, Hertfordshire.
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School-time waiting restrictions could be introduced on two roads in Stevenage
School-time waiting restrictions could be introduced on two roads in Stevenage
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Starbucks brings back Red Cups – and launches a festive first for Christmas 2026
Starbucks UK unveils its 2026 Christmas menu, with Red Cups, a Holiday Cold Cup, new peppermint drinks and festive food. See the full menu and prices.
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Discover the English Heritage gem just over an hour from Hertfordshire
English Heritage site Audley End House and Gardens is just an hour and a half from Hertfordshire and is great for a day out.
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St Albans City boss McCann praises ‘heroic performances’ as his team pass tough test
St Albans City 3 Burgess Hill 1 (Isthmian League Premier Division)From Jess Unwin at Clarence Park Sam Donkin’s remarkable double save from a 66th-minute penalty was the pivotal moment in a hard-won victory that Gary McCann described as one the best performances during his time as Saints manager. With City.
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An Evening with Author Joanna Wallace
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Arctic Monkeyz / Fontaines CD | Corn Exchange, Hertford
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Big Love UK | Corn Exchange, Hertford
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Connect & Flow ( Free Movement Dance) Mini Retreat Afternoon. Cacao.
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First Aid at Work (FAW) Course - Hertford
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Flower Fusion
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GANS | Corn Exchange, Hertford
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HERTFORD: Ruts DC live at the Corn Exchange
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Legends and Landscapes
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Makers & Bakers Farmers & Craft Market
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Meet the Author: Cherry Casey author of Childhood LTD
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Portraiture With Natural Light
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Sofasonic @ The Lord Haig
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SOLIS - Volume 2
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Spicy Book Club
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Spooky Strength, Tone & Spritz
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The Cureheads / Siouxsie & The Budgiees | Corn Exchange, Hertford
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Barrioke
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Begin Here Festival 2026
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Diwali at Sopwell House
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First Push: Skateboarding For Beginners
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Greenwood Park Freestyle on Saturday 31 October
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Hot Fondu @ The Blacksmith's
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Live Fashion Drawing at St Michael’s Manor Hotel
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Mockingbird Massacre
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Murder Mystery on Halloween
Hemel Hempstead Rd, AL3 7AF Saint Albans, United Kingdom
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Old Skool Bingo Sat 31st Oct Halloween St Albans
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Phil Wang: UH OH
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Salsa Mish 6 Nov
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Salsa Mish Halloween Party
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Sip and paint in Great Northern pub
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SOLD OUT - Barrioke - An evening with Shaun Williamson | The Horn, St Albans
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Sound Bath
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Special Kinda Madness - 31 October 2026
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Special Kinda Madness | The Horn, St Albans
The Horn, Victoria Street, AL1 3TE Saint Albans, United Kingdom
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St Albans Cathedral + Christmas Artisan Fair + 3 Day Art Fair
AllEvents - St Albans has a events update for Hertfordshire: "St Albans Cathedral + Christmas Artisan Fair + 3 Day Art Fair". Check the source link for the full record, timing and any resident action needed.
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St Albans Freestyle - Saturday 7th November 2026
AllEvents - St Albans has a events update for Hertfordshire: "St Albans Freestyle - Saturday 7th November 2026". Check the source link for the full record, timing and any resident action needed.
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St Albans Support Group
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St Albans Vegan Market
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The Marketing Meetup IRL: St Albans
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Using Light & Shadow in Photography
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A Nightmare On The High Street
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Bingo Lingo Watford XL - Halloween House of Horrors
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Diwali Celebrations 2026!
AllEvents - Watford has a events update for Hertfordshire: "Diwali Celebrations 2026!". Check the source link for the full record, timing and any resident action needed.
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FREAKED OUT FRIDAY W/ MICHEAL JACKSON IMPERSONATOR HALLOWEEN PRE PARTY
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Guided Tours - Bhaktivedanta Manor
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Halloween special - Welcome to Raccoon city zoo
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Harry Potter Studio's - The Dark Arts
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MR TRAUMATIK LIVE : Halloween : 30th Oct : ZOO WATFORD
AllEvents - Watford has a events update for Hertfordshire: "MR TRAUMATIK LIVE : Halloween : 30th Oct : ZOO WATFORD". Check the source link for the full record, timing and any resident action needed.
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NOW that's what i call Halloween - Special halloween bottomless brunch
AllEvents - Watford has a events update for Hertfordshire: "NOW that's what i call Halloween - Special halloween bottomless brunch🎃". Check the source link for the full record, timing and any resident action needed.
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PINK LIVE Starring Vicky Jackson - Watford Colosseum
AllEvents - Watford has a events update for Hertfordshire: "PINK LIVE Starring Vicky Jackson - Watford Colosseum". Check the source link for the full record, timing and any resident action needed.
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Prof Alice Roberts – From Cell to Civilisation - Watford - THURS 12 NOV 2026
AllEvents - Watford has a events update for Hertfordshire: "Prof Alice Roberts – From Cell to Civilisation - Watford - THURS 12 NOV 2026". Check the source link for the full record, timing and any resident action needed.
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Savoy Jazz Jam 2026 - Solo Jazz Weekend
AllEvents - Watford has a events update for Hertfordshire: "Savoy Jazz Jam 2026 - Solo Jazz Weekend". Check the source link for the full record, timing and any resident action needed.
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SPOOKY SATURDAY W/ MICHEAL JACKSON ICON HALLOWEEN
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Sri Krishna Haveli Wedding & Events Exhibition 2026
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Trick or Treat Show & Free Haunted House
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Watford Market Lates
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Watford's Older adults event
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Week-end aux studios Harry Potter de Londres
AllEvents - Watford has a events update for Hertfordshire: "Week-end aux studios Harry Potter de Londres". Check the source link for the full record, timing and any resident action needed.
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Halloween Pool Inflatables
🕷️Halloween Pool Inflatables🕷️ Book our special Halloween pool inflatables and enjoy 45 minutes of FUN at the special price of just £5.00 per person! ▪️Saturday 31st October ▪️2.15pm - 3.00pm We recommend that you book in advance to avoid disappointm
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HOWL-OWEEN PAWTY
🎃👻 THE WINNIE’S YARD HOWL-OWEEN PAWTY IS COMING! 👻🎃 Calling all spooky pups, little pumpkins, scary sausages four-legged monsters! 🐶🕷️🧡 Join us on Saturday 31st October, 9am–4pm for a day of Howl-oween fun with the Winnie’s Yard team! 🐾 🐶🍦 PUP C
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The Big Herts Antique & Vintage Fair
On Sunday 8th November 2026 we return to Watford Leisure Centre Woodside for the Big Herts Antique and Vintage Fair. + The venue will be packed full of stalls selling all manner of weird and wonderful items. From quality antiques, to vintage fashion, fu
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When Strings Speak - A journey across Rhythm, Voice & Dance
When Strings Speak: A Journey Across Rhythm, Voice and Dance Eight artists on one stage at Watford Palace Theatre: Hindustani violin and vocals, Western violin, flamenco guitar and dance, Kathak, Odissi and tabla. Sunday 1 November at 8pm. Tickets are
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Museums contribute £4.87 million to St Albans economy in last year
St Albans Museums has generated an estimated £4.87 million for the local economy in 2025–26.
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The beautiful historic market town only an hour from Stevenage
Looking for a weekend getaway from Stevenage? Discover the Oxfordshire market town of Abingdon for some perfect walks and pub visits.
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Hatfield museum celebrates 5,000th visitor less than four years after opening
A museum telling the story of a historic aircraft factory in Hatfield has welcomed its 5,000th visitor.
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30th October - 8th November 2026 The Galleria Launches Two Week Only Aztec Escape Room Experience – Tickets Just £15
Search our range of events happening throughout the year to find out what's on in Herts. From live music and festivals to summer parties and Christmas markets, there is something for everyone.
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