Appeal after burglary that left Chiswell Green café owner close to 'giving up'

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        August 12, 2026

Appeal after burglary that left Chiswell Green café owner close to 'giving up'

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Appeal after burglary that left Chiswell Green café owner close to 'giving up'
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'Keep windows closed' as ten fire engines sent to St Albans warehouse fire
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One taken to hospital after major fire at St Albans business park
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Police close M25 in both directions amid St Albans warehouse blaze
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Person rushed to hospital amid Hertfordshire blaze
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