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Remember the date: Halton House provides backdrop to new hospice event
A new charity event this summer will allow fundraisers the rare chance to stroll through the grounds of one of the area’s most striking landmarks.
A toast to teams who saved David!
The family and friends of a man who almost died when he fell down the stairs at home will be dressing up as doctors and nurses for a fundraising pub crawl.
Kath collars pals to tread Midnight beat
A grateful mum who has survived breast cancer against the odds is stepping out next month to say thank you.
Video: Emma talks about conquering Kodak Tower video
When she signed up to be part of this year’s Biggest Loser challenge Emma Beattie had two aims – shedding some weight and raising funds for the Northchurch-based Hospice Of St Francis.
New mayor is aiming to inspire youngsters
New mayor for the borough Penny Hearn aims to get young ones more involved in the world of politics during her year in office.
I’m 86, I’ve had two new hips, but I can still tackle the Midnight Walk
Old age and two hip replacements aren’t going to stop retired GP Peter Tomson from doing his bit.
Sitting comfortably? Then let’s get active
A chair-based exercise programme aims to help improve the lifestyle and health of tenants in supported housing schemes.
Gardeners in a rush to nab free compost
More than 400 gardeners were quick off the mark to take advantage of a council-run free compost giveaway.
Lift rescue at civic centre
Two people who were setting up for Dacorum’s mayor making ceremony had to rescued by firefighters when they got stuck in a lift.
Our borough can thrive, says new chief Sally
A new top dog has been announced to take up the chief executive post at Dacorum Borough Council.
Out of control garden bonfire tackled in Hemel Hempstead
A fire crew from St Albans were called to deal with a large, out of control bonfire in Hemel Hempstead.
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Cigarette caused early morning flat blaze in Tring
An accidental fire at a first-floor flat in Tring is thought to have been started by a cigarette.
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Roxanne returns for a second spell as mayor
A former cognitive behavioural therapist has been appointed the new mayor of Tring and it will be her second time in the hot seat.
‘Our Top 10 rating a reflection of a real team effort’
The county’s crime-fighting force has been ranked among the top ten police groups in the country.
Tattooed man one of three theft suspects
A man with a distinctive tattoo on his face is wanted by police investigating a theft in Hemel Hempstead.
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Did you see blue BMW connected with burglary?
A man forced his way in to a house in Hemel Hempstead but made off before taking anything – because the homeowner disturbed him.
Police alert – don’t tweet your holiday plans to burglars
Don’t advertise you’re going on holiday via Twitter or Facebook – that’s the advice from Herts Police who say it could act as a green light to would-be thieves.
Man, 34, died of a lethal cocktail of drugs and alcohol
A man with a history of drug use was discovered dead at the home of a friend with whom he was staying, an inquest heard.
Cavendish pupils on parade for Duke’s award
Pupils working towards their Duke of Edinburgh awards have started the skill section of the scheme with Hemel Hempstead fire station.
Garage blaze was deliberate
A fire at a garage in Markyate was started deliberately, say Herts Fire And Rescue Service.
Hunt for two men after handbag snatch in Tesco
Police are searching for two suspects in Hemel Hempstead’s Leisure World complex after a handbag was snatched in the nearby Tesco Extra megastore.
Update: Police hunt for two men after Tesco handbag snatch
Police are searching for two men who snatched a handbag from a car outside the Tesco Extra megastore in Hemel Hempstead.
Trio all set to serve on county after elections
Dacorum-based councillors have been recognised at Herts County Council, with three successful candidates from this month’s elections now sitting on the cabinet.
Kitchen fire prompts a safety sweep of properties
Firefighters used a call out to a kitchen fire as an opportunity to spread their safety message and install smoke detectors.
‘Put us at top of town where there’s trade’
Taxi drivers fear they could lose business under plans to move their town centre rank.
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Watch out for these losers this weekend
Watch out for these people if you’re in Hemel Hempstead town centre on Saturday – but they might be a shadow of their former selves.
Log heap fire at Kings Langley farm
Firefighters were called to a Kings Langley farm after a large pile of logs caught alight.
Lock up your cars, warn police
Motorists are being reminded to lock their cars and not leave valuables on display after a string of thefts.
Update: firefighters stop barn blaze from spreading
Firefighters battled a Hemel Hempstead barn blaze to prevent it from spreading to nearby buildings.
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Firefighters battle hay blaze in Piccotts End
Firefighters have rushed to a hay fire in a barn this afternoon.
Police appeal: have you been offered Olympic medal?
People are being asked to keep their eyes peeled for a 1948 London Olympics medal that was snatched during a break-in.
Bringing community together with orchard
A new community orchard has taken root in Bennetts End with the planting of apple, pear and cherry trees.
Police warning: ‘Don’t make it easy for crooks’
People living in Berkhamsted and Tring are being urged to secure their homes as the upmarket towns continue to be targeted by burglars.
Kitchen fire alert
Firefighters were called to a kitchen fire in a flat but the flames had already been put out when they arrived.
Changes galore as hospice team looks to future video
It’s all change at the pioneering hospice organisation which most people in Dacorum know simply as Rennie.
Multi-storey car park is a success for town says mayor
Berkhamsted’s mayor Ron Cowie listed plans for a multi-storey car park in the town as one of the successes during his time in office.
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Safety drive success saluted
Firefighters have been given a pat on the back by former blaze battler and now Hemel Hempstead MP Mike Penning.
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Film raises awareness of hate crime
A film depicting victims’ experiences of hate crime and the positive way they have been handled was screened at a Herts Police awareness.
Hospital could do no more for man of 82 with lung disease, inquest hears
A pensioner was kept comfortable after doctors could do no more to treat his lung disease, an inquest heard.
Out of control bonfire alert
Firefighters were called to a Hemel Hempstead farm after a bonfire got out of control.
Have a say on housing plans
People are being invited to have their say on future housing plans for the borough.
Raiders rocked by a kit store inferno
A community football club has appealed for donations after losing thousands of pounds worth of kit and equipment to a mystery shed blaze on Monday.
Two cyclists hit by car in Redbourn – one in critical condition
Two cyclists who were injured after colliding with a car in Redbourn are still in hospital two days later.
‘Sort out town paving slabs’
A pensioner is calling for a review of paving slabs in Hemel Hempstead’s town centre after he tripped over.
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All change – green light for town centre bus shake-up
A proposal to move Hemel Hempstead’s town centre bus station has been given the green light.
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Food chain Aldi plans two stores for town
Discount supermarket firm Aldi had announced it will open a store in Hemel Hempstead later this year and also has its sights set on a second base within the town.
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Firefighters battle wood blaze in school field
Around 50 tonnes of wood in a school field went up in flames on Monday night.
Commissioner defends new ‘PR guru’ role
Police and crime commissioner David Lloyd is defending his decision to appoint a new PR top dog after criticism has flooded in against the role which pays up to £75,786 a year.
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Poet Michael is special guest at new-look library
Famous children’s author and poet Michael Rosen has opened a newly refurbished library for excited pupils at St Cuthbert Mayne School in Gadebridge.
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Friday 24 May 2013
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