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June 30, 2026

Police concerned for welfare of missing man as public urged to 'call 999'

Good Morning St Albans — 2026-06-30

Police are growing increasingly concerned for the welfare of a missing man last seen leaving his home in Letchworth Garden City.
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Police concerned for welfare of missing man as public urged to 'call 999'

Police concerned for welfare of missing man as public urged to 'call 999'

• Police are growing increasingly concerned for the welfare of a missing man last seen leaving his home in Letchworth Garden City.

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Concerns growing for missing Ann, 43, last seen two months ago
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Concerns growing for missing Ann, 43, last seen two months ago

• Police have issued an appeal for help to find a woman who has been missing from Verulam Road in St Albans for two months.

St Albans Council accused of ‘secrecy’ over £6.5m redevelopment
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St Albans Council accused of ‘secrecy’ over £6.5m redevelopment

• St Albans City & District Council has been accused of “secrecy” in its handling of the proposed William Bird Pavilion redevelopment.

Free family-friendly event with live music and workshops takes place next weekend
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Free family-friendly event with live music and workshops takes place next weekend

• Art on the Common returns to Harpenden's Rothamsted Park next weekend.

Becky Adlington offers half-price swimming lessons to help save lives
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Becky Adlington offers half-price swimming lessons to help save lives

• Olympic swimmer Becky Adlington is offering half-price swimming lessons to help save lives.

Hertfordshire Police need help to trace man wanted after failing to attend court
The Comet - News (Hertfordshire)today

Hertfordshire Police need help to trace man wanted after failing to attend court

• A man is wanted by Hertfordshire Police for failing to attend court.

St Albans parkrun results: 27 personal bests at event number 684
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St Albans parkrun results: 27 personal bests at event number 684

• St Albans parkrun welcomed 368 participants for its 684th event at Verulamium Park.

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Update after 'big bang' and police presence in Chiswell Green

• Local news headlines for St Albans and Harpenden, Radlett, London Colney and the surrounding Hertfordshire areas from the Herts Advertiser.

World Voices Festival - The Concert
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World Voices Festival - The Concert

• Join us for World Voices Festival 2026, one extraordinary night of contemporary choral music at St Albans Cathedral.
• Featuring internationally acclaimed artists Craig Lees, Volney Morgan, Charles MacDougall and Russell Scott, alongside choirs from across the UK and beyond.
• Gospel, pop, a cappella, musicals and a breathtaking 200-voice finale.

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Official noticeEnvironment Agency River Ver flood warning areaChecked today for council records, public notices, consultations, transport changes, openings or service disruption.Open source ->Official noticeThe Herts AdvertiserChecked today for council records, public notices, consultations, transport changes, openings or service disruption.Open source ->Official noticeHertfordshire Fire and Rescue St Albans Fire StationChecked today for council records, public notices, consultations, transport changes, openings or service disruption.Open source ->Official noticeHertfordshire County Council roadworks and closuresChecked today for council records, public notices, consultations, transport changes, openings or service disruption.Open source ->Official noticeHertfordshire school term datesChecked today for council records, public notices, consultations, transport changes, openings or service disruption.Open source ->
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Sunday Crafternoon at St Albans Museum + GallerySun 5 Jul · St Albans Museums · St Albans MuseumsSunday Crafternoon at St Albans Museum + GalleryBack in the Day CaféThu 2 Jul · St Albans Museums · St Albans MuseumsBack in the Day CaféRare Productions Presents: AladdinThu 2 Jul · The Alban Arena · Alban ArenaRare Productions Presents: Aladdin
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This Day · Local fact

Did you know? · St Albans

Ye Olde Fighting Cocks took its current name around 1800, after the cock-fighting once held in its bar; it was earlier known as The Three Pigeons.

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