70-home plan returns with approval advised amid 'slam dunk' appeal fears

• Rejected plans for 70 homes are back on the table and have been recommended for approval ahead of a crucial vote.

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St Albans Times · Local news · yesterday Film editor brings grandfather’s lost WWII photos back to life • The discovery of long-lost photographs from his grandfather’s experiences during the Second World War led a St Albans film editor to turn them into short films which tell his story. • Australian ex-pat Peter Davies, who has worked for the BBC and Channel 4, was inspired after his dad found an.

Welwyn Hatfield Times · Local news · today Latest court results for Welwyn Garden City and Hatfield • Welwyn Hatfield Times has a local news update for Hertfordshire: "Latest court results for Welwyn Garden City and Hatfield". • Check the source link for the full record, timing and any resident action needed.

Watford Observer - News (Newsquest) · Events · yesterday 'Appalling' bins at office block converted into controversial flats spark outcry • “Utterly appalling” bins at a controversial converted office block in Kings Langley now housing 74 flats have sparked outcry in a village.

The Comet - News (Newsquest) · Council · yesterday North Herts Council staff could soon get six weeks paternity leave • North Herts Council staff could soon receive six weeks of paid paternity leave after councillors backed the idea.

The Comet - News (Newsquest) · Local news · yesterday Latest court results for North Herts and Stevenage • Here are the latest court results for Stevenage and North Herts.

St Albans Times · Council · yesterday Lifechanging larder hacks… • Elena Hogg, founder of local culinary company FOOD by Elena, has some cookery shortcuts which won’t add to your food waste… I’m ashamed to admit it, but a quick weekly clear-out of the fridge’s crisper drawer saw yet another half-used pack of fresh coriander leaves head for the food waste.

BBC News - Beds, Herts & Bucks (regional) · Local news · yesterday Dionisi set to remain in charge of Watford • BBC Three Counties Radio report Watford are set to stick with head coach Alessio Dionisi despite a run of four successive defeats

Herts Advertiser · Local news · yesterday Police processing of DBS checks has “improved significantly”, says top cop • Hertfordshire Constabulary has significantly improved the timeliness of checks being made as part of the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), it has been reported.

Herts Advertiser · Local news · yesterday St Albans street drinking powers renewed after 122 alcohol seizures • Police powers to tackle street drinking in St Albans city centre have been renewed for three years.

Welwyn Hatfield Times · Local news · yesterday Handyman who 'inadvertently' made mustard gas at Hertfordshire pool sacked • A man who "inadvertently" made mustard gas while working at a swimming pool in Hertfordshire was rightfully sacked, a tribunal has found.

What's on: next 14 days

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23 Oct · The Book and BottleA Tarot Tale - An Spiritual Evening

21 Oct · 39 Fore Street, SG14 1AL Hertford, United KingdomBattle of the Bands - Heat 6 | Hertford Corn Exchange

17 Oct · The Bengeo ClubBengeo Club

22 Oct · The Book and BottleBook Club (Pink Group)

21 Oct · George & DragonEND OF SEASON BIKE NIGHT

23 Oct · 39 Fore Street, SG14 1AL Hertford, United KingdomFaux Fighters UK | Hertford Corn Exchange

16 Oct · Hartham Common ParkHertfordshire Oktoberfest 2026 - Friday Evening Session

17 Oct · Hartham Common ParkHertfordshire Oktoberfest 2026 - Saturday afternoon Session

17 Oct · Hartham Common ParkHertfordshire Oktoberfest 2026 - Saturday evening Session

24 Oct · Corn Exchange - HertfordMoretallica Live at The Corn Exchange, Hertford

17 Oct · 39 Fore Street, SG14 1AL Hertford, United KingdomSimulation Muse / Runaway Killers | Corn Exchange, Hertford

27 Oct · Waterhall FarmSPACE at Therapeutic Hooves

23 Oct · BEAMThomas Green - Brainstorm

24 Oct · PANSHANGER PARKWHAT'S BENEATH YOUR FEET AT PANSHANGER PARK

18 Oct · Polaris Wilderness AdventureWild Food & Forage Day Workshop

17 Oct · BEAMWild Tales & Creature Puppets: BEAM

23 Oct · St Albans Cathedral90s Silent Disco inside St Albans Cathedral - ON SALE NOW!

26 Oct · WaterstonesACOTAR Celebrations: Book 6 Midnight Release - St Albans

24 Oct · St Peter's Church St AlbansAngela Brownridge - Piano Recital

23 Oct · Royston Social Club, AL1 5ND Saint Albans, United KingdomBen's Music Quiz - #14

24 Oct · St Saviour's Church, St Alban'sChoral Inspirations - Dresdner Motettenchor and Joyful Company of Singers

17 Oct · The Alban ArenaDAYTIME Discos for Grown ups 70s80s90s party ALBAN ARENA ST ALBANS

24 Oct · Verulam Golf ClubFaulty Towers The Dining Experience

24 Oct · Hotel ChocolatHalloween Chocolate Tasting Experience - St Albans

28 Oct · The Horn, Victoria Street, AL1 3TE Saint Albans, United KingdomNew Date Added! BERNARD BUTLER | The Horn, St Albans

24 Oct · The Horn, Victoria Street, AL1 3TE Saint Albans, United KingdomOhasis | The Horn, St Albans

24 Oct · Sopwell HouseSopwell House Premier Wedding Showcase

25 Oct · Three HammersSpeed Dating in St Albans Ages 45-65ish

17 Oct at 11:00 · Inn On The ParkSt Albans Clothes Swap

25 Oct · St Michael's Manor HotelSt Michael's Manor Wedding Show October 2026

27 Oct · St AlbansUnified Dating - Meet Singles in St Albans

23 Oct · The Horn, Victoria Street, AL1 3TE Saint Albans, United KingdomWTF Alt 90s Night: Allergy | The Horn, St Albans

16 Oct · Gorhambury HouseYoga & Sound Bath Day Retreat

17 Oct at 14:00Come n Try Waterskiing

28 Oct at 10:00Highfield Fun with Fungi

23 Oct at 07:30Salsa Mish 23 Oct

24 Oct at 10:00St Albans Mosaic Making Workshop - Sat 24th Oct 10am-2pm

20 OctStay Warm for Less in Jersey Farm Community Centre - 20 October 2026

17 Oct · O WatfordDollys country BRUNCH

24 Oct · Dunnings 2DRUMATICS x DNB SHACK x PATTERNED UP: THE HALLOWEEN WARM-UP

17 Oct · Timmy's (Formerly Bar Bodega)It's Local End of Sumer Party

23 Oct · The Zoo WatfordFRIDAYS OUT OUT at The Zoo - Packages

15 Oct · Hare Krishna TempleGuided Tours - Bhaktivedanta Manor

24 Oct · Hotel ChocolatHalloween Chocolate Tasting Experience - Watford

24 Oct · Watford ColosseumJimeoin: BALLYHOO!

26 Oct · Timmy's 151JUVY Under 18s - Halloween Tour - Mon 26 October - WATFORD

27 Oct · Timmy's 151JUVY Under 18s - Halloween Tour - Tues 27 October - WATFORD

26–27 Oct · Watford ColosseumRicky Gervais: Legend

25 Oct · WD18 0FLSpirit Of Luther & Classics. Sunday Brunch by Fil Straughan, Comedy.. Dj's

22 & 27 Oct · Watford Palace TheatreThe Music of Whitney - The Candlelight Concert - Watford Palace Theatre

24 Oct · Zoo NightclubUKG BINGO SAT 24th October Watford

28 Oct · Watford Palace TheatreVintage Boys - Starring Ore Oduba

18 Oct at 10:00Old Hatfield Craft Pop-Up – 18th October

18 Oct at 10:00Old Hatfield Farmers Market – 18th October

16 Oct at 19:30 · The Old PalaceThe Tudor Songbook

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Did you know? · Hertfordshire

Pioneering surgeon Sir Astley Cooper (1768-1841) was born in Hemel Hempstead.

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