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Maintenance may affect Freeview coverage in Stevenage and North Herts
Freeview maintenance work may affect coverage in Stevenage and North Herts this week. The works which began Monday, September 30, may cause "pixelation or flickering on some or all channels". Transmitters at Sandy Heath covering Letchworth,
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Cruise of the Week: Discover the hidden gems of Denmark and Norway and save money
Embark on a breath-taking journey aboard Ambience to some of Denmark and Norway’s most sought-after destinations. Sailing around Denmark, the first stop is Skagen, the country’s northernmost town and famed for its artistic heritage and unique houses
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Government issues flood warning to streets in Shefford and Langford
The Government has issued a flood warning for specific rivers and streets in Shefford and Langford telling residents to avoid "unnecessary danger". Areas most at risk, the Government warns, are Hazel Close, Scotgrange Meadow, The Hollies, South
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Hitchin Forum invites residents to tidy streets with Autumn Clean-Up
Hitchin Forum is inviting residents to join its Autumn Clean-Up this month. The forum runs litter-picking events twice a year, one in spring and one in autumn. At the most recent spring event more than 120 participants of all ages took part
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Plans refused for Letchworth children's home
North Herts Council has refused plans for a Letchworth HMO to become a children’s home. The applicant, Plande Planning Consultants, sought permission to change the use of the HMO at 44 Sparhawke Road to a home for up to four children. In their
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Thief who stole bank cards and cash from pensioner jailed
A thief who stole bank cards and cash from a pensioner's home in Langford has been jailed. Lindsey Melvin, of St Ives Road, Woodhurst, Cambridgeshire, admitted two charges of burglary, two counts of fraud by false representation and a charge of
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New e-bike share scheme launches in Stevenage
A new e-bike share scheme has launched in Stevenage. The scheme, which is operated by Beryl in partnership with Stevenage Borough Council, consists of 150 e-bikes available for hire from 45 bays across the town. Adrian Hawkins OBE, chair of
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Alcohol and food stolen from BP garage in Hitchin
A CCTV appeal has been launched after food and alcohol were stolen from a garage in Hitchin. The items were taken from the BP and M&S Simply Food store in Stevenage Road at around 7pm on Tuesday, September 10. The men pictured are thought
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Two drivers hospitalised after Ickleford crash
Two drivers have been hospitalised following a crash in a North Herts village this morning. A black Nissan Qashqai and a red Volskwagen Golf collided on Bedford Road, Ickleford, at around 9.50am. One driver trapped before being released by
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Mouth of the Tyne: Stevenage ready for their close-up after Wrexham blitz
I don't often write an opinion column after a game, perhaps I should but that is an argument for another day. I was already planning to stick something down after Peterborough. That is 10 games into the league season and a perfect time to take
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CCTV appeal launched after criminal damage at Stevenage store
A CCTV appeal has been launched after a till, computer and cash machine were damaged by a customer at a store in Stevenage. At 12.32pm on Saturday, August 3, a customer committed the criminal damage in Cash Converters in Queensway. PC Alice
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B1037 near Walkern closed due to flooding
The B1037 is closed between Walkern and Cromer this morning due to flooding. More rainfall last night has made the road on the outskirts of Stevenage impassable for motorists, with police putting a closure in place. "Please be aware B1037 between
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Stevenage author receives television adaptation featuring an X-Factor star
An X-factor star will feature in a new crime thriller TV series based on the novel of a Stevenage author. Singer and actor Alexandra Burke features alongside Sarah Parish in CURFEW – a six part TV series on Paramount+ airing Thursday, October 10
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No wrong answers for man of the match as Stevenage beat Wrexham - player ratings
When Steve Watkins of BBC Three Counties asked the question of Alex Revell, I just smiled. "A big game and big performances as well. I mean, I wouldn't have wanted to pick the man of the match there," he said. I have to have a punt though but