Tring News
Appeal for witnesses after train bottle attack
A train passenger was rushed to hospital after being hit on the head by a vodka bottle on Saturday.
Pair retire after 29 years
A husband-and-wife are retiring after serving to the people of Tring for the past 29 years.
Another week, another challenge for Natalie video
Apprentice contestant Natalie Panayi managed to avoid being on the receiving end of Lord Sugar’s trademark ‘You’re Fired’ finger pointing, despite being the project manager on the losing team.
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.
Trisha’s training centre is aiming to be a cut above video
Salon owner Trisha Buller decided to do something to help people get the real-world skills needed to work in the hairdressing industry.
Berkofest hits buffers but will return in 2014 video
A town festival that last year raised thousands of pounds for community projects has fallen victim to the tough economic times.
40 years of service are a source of Lions pride
Nearly 100 people helped Tring Lions celebrate 40 years of service to the local community this week.
Church event set to bloom
Lucky visitors will get to see the ancient St Mary’s Church at its most atmospheric in Pitstone this bank holiday weekend.
Good citizens Kirsty and Louise get awards
A 16-year-old girl who helped get funding for Berkhamsted Skate Park’s new floodlight and the woman who helped set up the Berkhamsted Games have been given Centenary Civic Awards.
Scouts camp in woods to learn survival skills video
Scouts have been out in the woods learning key skills they will need for an adventure-packed trip to the Netherlands later this year.
Band goes back to old school for huge show
Four teenagers who formed their own indie band last year returned to their old middle school on Saturday to play in front of hundreds of people.
Five to stand for election
The list of candidates standing in a council by-election has been released.
‘We’re good and we will get even better’
A school is in celebration mode after getting a good grading from Ofsted inspectors and learning that funding has been secured for an entirely new school building.
Pensioner, 83, exposed himself to young girl
A pensioner who exposed himself to a young girl while making monkey faces has been jailed for seven months.
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Charity man’s marquee plea
A football match which raised more than £10,000 for charity has been overshadowed by the suspected theft of a marquee worth £1,500 belonging to a sponsor of the event.
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Berkhamsted garden design firm win gold at Chelsea Flower Show
A Berkhamsted-based garden design company has won its first coveted gold medal at the Chelsea Flower Show.
Your chance to catch stars of tomorrow
Stars of the future hone their skills at Tring Park School for the Performing Arts – and you can spot them before they hit the big time by joining the audience at regular shows staged at the on-site Markova Theatre.
Extra ambulances call
Town leaders will begin a lobbying campaign for more ambulances in Herts after saying their provision in the county is a ‘disgrace’.
Another string to Ian’s political bow
The man who helped drive through the changes to Berkhamsted’s schooling system has been appointed new mayor for the town.
Millions salute Band’s loyal encore
Hemel Hempstead was top of the bill on Saturday night’s episode of Britain’s Got Talent, as both a musician and an R’n’B band from the town featured in the hit entertaiment show.
‘Come in and see why we’re on to a winner’ video
The head teacher brought in to reshape the reputation of a Hemel Hempstead secondary school is now in the running for national honours in recogniton of what he’s achieved.
Nash Mills spring fair will help pay for computers video
A school’s spring fair has been hailed a success by its headteacher.
Bedroom tax: Get the facts at free advice sessions
People affected by the bedroom tax and other benefit changes can attend free advice sessions in Hemel Hempstead and Kings Langley.
School pupils do the supermarket sweep video
Year 3 pupils were given the opportunity to go behind the scenes at Waitrose Berkhamsted as part of a nationwide healthy eating initiative run by the supermarket chain.
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.
‘It’s OK: work on Berkhamsted’s Grand Union Canal cost just £62k’
Resurfacing Berkhamsted’s Grand Union Canal towpath from Castle Street to the Waitrose footbridge cost £24,000 less than expected.
Town market relaunch is a sweet success
Hemel Hempstead’s town centre market was re-launched under a new operator at the weekend.
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Church marks 60th anniversary of move to new home video
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.
Plant sale aims for a bumper crop of hospice cash
A village plant sale which last year raised more than £5,000 for charity is setting its sights even higher this weekend.
Here’s why we gave our head a glowing report video
Three Year 11 girls who set the ball rolling explained this week why they put forward their head teacher’s name for a prestige award.
Eastwoods craftsmen at work as new photos revealed video
You can now find out how the food on sale at Eastwoods is prepared before it reaches your fridge.
‘I won’t take my eyes off a drink ever again’
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.
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Thanks to my angels, says fall victim Cynthia
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
Thieves broke into a home with a rock by going through the garage and smashing a pane of glass in the back door.
Priest’s hunger protest
A retired priest joined hundreds of colleagues in a mass lobby of Parliament to push for action on global hunger.
Plant sale raises record sum for Ashridge
Organisers of the annual Friends of Ashridge plant sale in the shadow of the landmark monument on the National Trust estate are relieved that a mighty hailstorm the night before the big event and rain at the end of the day didn’t put a dampener on their fundraising efforts.
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Educating the workers, even if the rector can’t see the point... video
In Victorian times, a desire for self-improvement led to the establishment of Mechanics’ Institutes throughout the country.
Cycle pair make it to Cape Town after 100-day challenge
A couple who set off on a gruelling bike journey across Africa in January have completed the challenge almost 100 days later.
Sign up to community event
Good causes and other groups are invited to raise their profile and funds by being part of a community fun day.
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.
Church members lobby MP ahead of G8 summit
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 Hopes you can figure out a way to help
A selection of the opportunities available this week through Volunteer Centre Dacorum.
Evergreen but never stuck in a rut: Alan Candy road tests the Suzuki Jimny
When does a car become iconic? It’s a question Suzuki 4x4 fans should have no problem in answering – especially when it’s an SUV now into its 43rd anniversary.
5 commentsCharity shop spruced up
A charity shop refresh saw customer numbers soar on its re-launch day – and the new look impressed regulars too.
‘111 is working well in Herts’
Health chiefs have reassured that the county’s 111 number is working well despite fears about the NHS service elsewhere.
National award nomination for Frogmore Mill video
Frogmore Paper Mill has been nominated for a prestigious award celebrating the museums which most enthrall children.
Celebs lining up to support County Hall fostering drive
People in the public eye with county connections are backing a drive to find more foster parents.
Jobs: Entrepreneurs would ‘do it all again’
Nine out of 10 business owners would set out on their own again despite the difficulties of running their own firms.
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Wednesday 22 May 2013
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