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October 7, 2026

'Do not approach' wanted man with links to Harpenden

Good Morning St Albans — 2026-10-07

Police warn public not to approach wanted man Patrick Clark, 22, linked to Harpenden, Hertford and Luton.
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'Do not approach' wanted man with links to Harpenden

'Do not approach' wanted man with links to Harpenden

• Police warn public not to approach wanted man Patrick Clark, 22, linked to Harpenden, Hertford and Luton.

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Mother crushed to death by falling bricks at building site, trial hears
St Albans & Harpenden Review - News · Local news · yesterday

Mother crushed to death by falling bricks at building site, trial hears

• A mother was crushed to death on the school run when a pile of bricks dropped on her head as she walked past a construction site, a trial has heard.

Two taken to hospital after crash on Herts M25
St Albans & Harpenden Review - News · Local news · yesterday

Two taken to hospital after crash on Herts M25

• Two people have been taken to hospital after a crash on the M25 near Potters Bar in Hertfordshire.

Homeless after leaving care: Eva’s story is why St Albans Sleepout is so vital
St Albans Times · Local news · yesterday

Homeless after leaving care: Eva’s story is why St Albans Sleepout is so vital

• Every year, hundreds of people from across the district give up the comfort of their beds for one night and take part in the St Albans Sleepout.
• It provides an opportunity to stand in solidarity with local people facing housing crises and raises vital funds that help them rebuild their.

Bees produce a last-gasp sting in the tail to bring Saints’ FA Cup journey to a frustrating end
St Albans Times · Local news · 2 days ago

Bees produce a last-gasp sting in the tail to bring Saints’ FA Cup journey to a frustrating end

• Harborough Town 3 St Albans City 2 (FA Cup, third qualifying round), photos Amy Hughes Dempsey Arlott-John was the hero for Harborough Town as his 101st minute strike knocked St Albans City out of the FA Cup in an extraordinary game that Saints could, perhaps should, have won, writes Jess.

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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 ->
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9 Oct–11 Dec · St Albans MuseumsMuseum Minis at St Albans Museum + Gallery10 Oct · St Albans MuseumsSt Albans Flips into Wonder!7 Oct–20 Dec · St Albans MuseumsSunday Crafternoon at St Albans Museum + Gallery7 Oct–31 Jan 2027 · St Albans MuseumsAccessories7 Oct–12 Dec · St Albans MuseumsFamily weekends at Verulamium Museum7 Oct–1 Dec · St Albans MuseumsHonouring Our Communities Mural7 Oct–14 Dec · St Albans MuseumsMessy Monday Mornings8 Oct · St Albans MuseumsRoman and Iron Age Silchester15 Oct · St Albans MuseumsThe History of Mermaids and Women of the Waters10 Oct · The Alban ArenaBanff Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2026 – Blue Film Programme16 Oct · The Alban ArenaCountry Roads17 Oct · The Alban ArenaDay-time Disco For Grown Ups 70s 80s 90s Party13 Oct · The Alban ArenaJeremy Bowen: Truth Under Fire8 Oct · The Alban ArenaJonathan Pie9 Oct · The Alban ArenaRadio Gaga11 Oct · The Alban ArenaSimon Brodkin: Unleashed7 Oct · The Alban ArenaTim Peake’s Astronauts: The Quest To Explore Space Tour
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This Day · Local fact

Did you know? · St Albans

Before the Romans, the St Albans area was Verlamion, capital of Tasciovanus, king of the Catuvellauni, around 20 BC to AD 5.

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