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Church marks 60th anniversary of move to new home

Tue, 21 May 2013 10:44:06 +0100

Pentecost Sunday saw current and former members of New Life Pentecostal Church celebrate the 60th anniversary of the opening of the church building on Lawn Lane, Hemel Hempstead.

Town market relaunch is a sweet success

Tue, 21 May 2013 10:33:58 +0100

Hemel Hempstead’s town centre market was re-launched under a new operator at the weekend.

Thanks to my angels, says fall victim Cynthia

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:10:02 +0100

An elderly woman who took a nasty tumble in Hemel Hempstead’s Lawn Lane last week has issued a public vote of thanks to the Good Samaritans who stepped in to help her.

Thieves use rock to smash their way into Berkhamsted home

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:07:14 +0100

Thieves broke into a home with a rock by going through the garage and smashing a pane of glass in the back door.

‘I won’t take my eyes off a drink ever again’

Mon, 20 May 2013 11:23:16 +0100

A girl who ended up severely ill in hospital after she suspected her drink was spiked has told of how much the ordeal is affecting her.

Cycle pair make it to Cape Town after 100-day challenge

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:22:44 +0100

A couple who set off on a gruelling bike journey across Africa in January have completed the challenge almost 100 days later.

I’m 86, I’ve had two new hips, but I can still tackle the Midnight Walk

Sun, 19 May 2013 18:35:18 +0100

Old age and two hip replacements aren’t going to stop retired GP Peter Tomson from doing his bit.

Charity Hopes you can figure out a way to help

Sat, 18 May 2013 06:59:39 +0100

A selection of the opportunities available this week through Volunteer Centre Dacorum.

Merchant Navy veteran turns 100

Fri, 17 May 2013 17:52:01 +0100

A war veteran who served in the Merchant Navy celebrated his 100th birthday today.

Herring to talk about tackle in Tring

Fri, 17 May 2013 17:00:15 +0100

Critically-acclaimed comedian Richard Herring is set to tickle a Tring audience with his tongue-in-cheek show Talking Cock next Wednesday.

Gardeners in a rush to nab free compost

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:00:37 +0100

More than 400 gardeners were quick off the mark to take advantage of a council-run free compost giveaway.

Sign up to community event

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:59:41 +0100

Good causes and other groups are invited to raise their profile and funds by being part of a community fun day.

Can you give shy Mylo or gentle natured Gizmo a home?

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:59:19 +0100

Three year old Mylo is a Jack Russell dog.

Sitting comfortably? Then let’s get active

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:57:44 +0100

A chair-based exercise programme aims to help improve the lifestyle and health of tenants in supported housing schemes.

Educating the workers, even if the rector can’t see the point...

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:27:19 +0100

In Victorian times, a desire for self-improvement led to the establishment of Mechanics’ Institutes throughout the country.

Nuns feed Owen’s fun

Fri, 17 May 2013 08:53:35 +0100

Some people might think that a polymath is a parrot with a rudimentary ability to do sums, but others will just point a finger straight at Owen O’Neill.

Church members lobby MP ahead of G8 summit

Fri, 17 May 2013 06:09:35 +0100

Church members and supporters of Christian Aid in Kings Langley have lobbied Hemel Hempstead MP Mike Penning to act on behalf of the world’s poor at the G8 summit to be held in Northern Ireland in June.

Charity shop spruced up

Thu, 16 May 2013 17:32:41 +0100

A charity shop refresh saw customer numbers soar on its re-launch day – and the new look impressed regulars too.

Planning bulletin: Dacorum Borough Council, published May 18, 2013

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:30:46 +0100

Recent details of applications made to Dacorum Borough Council for planning permission to carry out development include the following proposals.

Social work quota is among best in country

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:05:53 +0100

The man responsible for Herts children’s services has praised the county’s social work sector for its low vacancy rates and hard work.