13 pubs in Hertfordshire you have to visit at least once
Good Morning St Albans — 2026-08-16
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13 pubs in Hertfordshire you have to visit at least once
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Today in St Albans and Harpenden
Conditions in your area this morning.
St Albans
16°C
Overcast · High 25° · Low 15°
Wind
4mph
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Daylight
05:48 rise
Sunset 20:23
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Local news · 3 stories
The local news that matters this morning
Here's the local news from the past 24 hours, made easy to digest.
St Albans & Harpenden Review - News · Local news · yesterday
Family's heartbreaking tribute to former professor found dead at home
• The heartbroken family of former University of Cambridge professor Dr Jason Arday have spoken of their "shock" after his death.
St Albans Times · Local news · yesterday
Oaklands students go wild for South Africa conservation trip
• Animal Care students from Oaklands College took part in a life-changing conservation learning experience in South Africa, giving them the chance to develop practical skills, broaden their understanding of wildlife protection and see global conservation in action.
• The group travelled with GAP Africa Projects and were based at Sibuya Game.
St Albans Times · Local news · yesterday
How proactive policing is targeting criminals across St Albans city centre
• It’s now 12 months since Sgt James Keene took over St Albans Central, North and West Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT), and he’s now settled into the role, which involves overseeing the PCs and PCSOs tackling short and long-term issues affecting the area.
• “I’ve really got my head around all the.
Local utility · Practical note
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Public notices and resident checks
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Official notice: Environment Agency River Ver flood warning area. Checked today for council records, public notices, consultations, transport changes, openings or service disruption. Open source ->Official notice: The Herts Advertiser. Checked today for council records, public notices, consultations, transport changes, openings or service disruption. Open source ->Official notice: Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue St Albans Fire Station. Checked today for council records, public notices, consultations, transport changes, openings or service disruption. Open source ->Official notice: Hertfordshire County Council roadworks and closures. Checked today for council records, public notices, consultations, transport changes, openings or service disruption. Open source ->Official notice: Hertfordshire school term dates. Checked today for council records, public notices, consultations, transport changes, openings or service disruption. Open source ->
What's On · 8 items
What's on: next 14 days
A quick-view of 8 priority public listings from 8 tracked events over the next 14 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.
16 Aug–11 Dec · St Albans MuseumsMuseum Minis at St Albans Museum + Gallery
16 Aug–30 Aug · St Albans MuseumsSunday Crafternoon at St Albans Museum + Gallery
16 Aug–7 Sep · St Albans MuseumsA Beginner's Guide to Francis Bacon
16 Aug–31 Aug · St Albans MuseumsA Growing City
16 Aug–20 Sep · St Albans MuseumsDraw With Rob
16 Aug–12 Dec · St Albans MuseumsFamily weekends at Verulamium Museum
16 Aug–14 Dec · St Albans MuseumsMessy Monday Mornings
16 Aug–1 Sep · St Albans MuseumsSummer Holidays
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Harpenden local history books
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This Day · Local fact
Did you know? · St Albans
On 22 May 1455 the First Battle of St Albans was fought in the town's streets, traditionally marking the start of the Wars of the Roses, when the Duke of York defeated and captured King Henry VI.
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