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I limed with the locals to discover the other side of Barbados and you should too
I’m venturing across the seaweed strewn beach with my new friend Sheena Rose who played on these very sands as an adventurous child.
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Hemel Hempstead drug driver jailed after crash seriously injuring 6-year-old boy
A motorist from Hemel Hempstead, who was driving over the limit when he was involved in a serious collision, has been jailed.
Budapest Design Week shines a spotlight on the city’s culture
Sitting on the red-carpeted central steps of the Hungarian State Opera House, we watched a prima donna perform just inches away, framed by gilded fin-de-siècle grandeur. This was one moment of many where cheap drinks and stag do crowds felt a world away in this sophisticated Central European city, ...
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The average mobile phone camera roll has the faces of 350 strangers
The average mobile phone camera roll has the faces of 350 strangers thanks to accidental photobombing by passers-by, tourists and random faces in the background.
British Olympic medallist calls on Hemel Hempstead to support Team GB at Winter Olympics
2014 Winter Olympics silver medallist Michael Goodfellow has called on Hemel Hempstead to support the nation at this year’s Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.
Parcel2Go offers £25 free postage credit to small businesses using its new free service
The shipping comparison site is offering small businesses a £25 prepaid credit to try its Smart Send tool and manage deliveries more efficiently
Vodafone Business cuts broadband prices in half for 12 months on longer contracts
Small businesses can cut broadband costs with 12 months at half price on Vodafone Business fibre deals until March 2026
Hertfordshire police chief faces misconduct hearing over 'safeguarding concerns'
A senior Hertfordshire police officer facing a misconduct hearing today can now be named as Chief Superintendent Matthew Thompson.
I stayed at a cosy Peak District hideaway near Chatsworth Estate
I found great food cosy rooms and a stunning moorland location at this Peak District hideaway near Chatsworth
Loveholidays sale: How to book seven-night breaks for just £20 per person per night
The online travel agent has unveiled a limited-time winter sale with discounted European breaks, low deposits and flights included
Valentine’s Day gift ideas for him and her that take the stress out of choosing
From beauty treats and cosy luxury to practical upgrades he’ll actually use, this his and hers Valentine’s Day guide is designed to make gifting feel easy again
I tried an AI bill-switching service and it paid me £5 just to check my bills
I put an AI bill-switching service to the test with my own energy bills and was surprised by how easy it was to uncover savings and get a cash reward
How I planned the perfect Valentine’s Day using Morrisons More Card deals
From croissants in bed to salmon en croûte and tiramisu, this is how consumer writer Gareth Butterfield planned a relaxed and decadent Valentine’s Day at home using Morrisons deals
Four bedroom detached house in highly sought after area of Hemel Hempstead for £800,000
You’ll want to act quickly detached homes like this in Hemel Hempstead’s family market rarely stay on the market for long.
Knitwear brand announces opening date for latest store in Hemel Hempstead
A knitwear brand is opening a new store in Hemel Hempstead which is set to open next month.
Hemel Hempstead communities encouraged to live well in winter as new Nordic walking offer launches
Communities from across Hemel Hempstead and the surrounding areas are being encouraged to live well in winter as new Nordic walking offer launches.
Number of ‘platonic’ Valentine’s cards sent has increased by a third in a year
The number of ‘platonic’ Valentine’s cards sent to friends and family has increased by nearly a third in a year.
Inspirational NHS worker celebrates over half a century of dedication to West Herts Trust
A Medical Secretary - from Hemel Hempstead - who started her NHS career at the age of 17 is celebrating 50 years at West Herts Hospitals Teaching Hospitals - having dedicated her entire working life to a single department and one Trust.
Hemel Hempstead Town FC wants to replace ‘ageing and failing’ floodlights
Hemel Hempstead Town FC has asked for permission to replace “ageing and failing” floodlights.
Teenage girl allegedly sexually assaulted on Hemel Hempstead bus route
Police officers are investigating claims that a teenage girl was sexually assaulted by a man on a bus departing from Hemel Hempstead.