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APRIL 2026 Editor. Ron Taylor
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How can we in Harpenden help Save the Planet?
Reduce Your carbon footprint? Be more sustainable.?
Please be aware of a car park scam involving car parks using the PayByPhone Service.
It arises when people search for the PayByPhone app or website.
Oct. E-scooters being confiscated and destroyed by police in Hertfordshire. Learn more
Harpenden Public Halls bought by ChristChurch Harpenden for use as a permanent building for their church. Learn more.
PCC welcomes funding for more neighbourhood police officers and PCSOs in Hertfordshire. Learn more
Feb 18 2025. Shock News , SADC approves 550 Homes development in NW Harpenden, despite the Local Plan recommending only 290 homes.
March. A new home for Harpenden police officers in the Town Hall in Leyton rd From mid Feb.
Dec 8. Judicial Review of Luton Airport expansion decision made in favour of the Government as airport expansion was NOT unlawful. Learn more
Nov The tastiest and healthiest cakes and pastries in Harpenden.
From ARTICHOKE BAKE & MORE in Leyton road.
Dec. New Appointment system for booking a GP at Davenport House
Surgery. Learn more
Dec. NEW DROP OFF AND PASSENGER COLLECTION PARKING arrangements at London Luton Airport. Learn more
Dec. SADC has voted for the option of two unitary authorities as its preferred model for the future of local government in Hertfordshire. Learn more
Hertfordshire Police & Crime Commissioner strongly opposed to Government’s plans to scrap Jury trials
JAN 20. Shaping the future of local government in Hertfordshire. WHAT’S BEST FOR HARPENDEN.
April. Want to try something new? A visit to Unmatched will be a revelation. Award winning coffee and matcha's, they also serve equally superb food. LEARN MORE
Feb 9. Hertfordshire Constabulary welcomes new cohort of police officers. Learn more
March, Did you know Tattoos are now available in Harpenden. At Clinic 103. Thanks to Joanne Baum. Learn more
Feb 16. SADC response to Harpenden’s parking charges is beyond belief.
March 3.
PLAGUE of POTHOLES
in Harpenden
shows no sign of diminishing
says Cllr Matt Cowley.
March. Cross Keys Pub still trading whilst repairs to foundations are completed. Due June
Feb 27. Harpenden Trust’s 2025 Christmas Appeal Raises £59,400 Thanks to the Kindness of Our Community.
Feb 27. District Councillors approve a budget in the face of a challenging financial climate and a 2.99% rise in the District’s Council Tax. Learn more
March . Still looking for your perfect Summer holiday. A fabulous Italian experience awaits you. Learn more.
March 3 Update from Herts Constabularly on Harpenden district neighbourhood priorities like anti social behaviour
April . Awards 2025 are open to all Harpenden residents. Now is your opportunity to nominate worthy winners...just like The Oscars. Learn more
March 8, Australian F1 Race Report by Harpenden Senior student with a passion for F1 & journalism , Learn more
April
Top Shows at the EMC. Learn more
JUNE 14. Hertfordshire homelessness charity, DENS, is thrilled to announce its Castle Walk fundraising event.
April. Loveweds in Harpenden are now
‘BY APPOINTMENT’. Their new superstore is now open in central St Albans by the Clock Tower. Learn more
Public Lecture, Saturday 11 April 2026
UNA Harpenden is hosting a public lecture on Towards a Post-American Europe:
Easter offers at Fonehouse Harpenden.
March 23. Molasses House Embarks on Exciting New Chapter: Relocating to London with Fresh Horizons, Bigger Ambitions and Expanded Services. Learn more
April. Supporting London Marathon Charity Runners with FREE Cryotherapy at Clinic 103 in Harpenden. Learn more
SATURDAY 28TH MARCH SPARTAN SOUTH MIDLANDS LEAGUE PREMIER DIVISION.
CRAWLEY GREEN 1 HARPENDEN TOWN 5 HT 0-4.
