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The office birthday card is dead – this digital version is taking over for WFH teams (aff)

Forgotten cards, rushed signatures and awkward chat messages are being replaced by something far slicker as hybrid workers rethink how they celebrate birthdays.

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Best Easter 2026 supermarket deals, including Aldi's traditional lamb dinner for just over £2 a head (aff)

There’s top Easter offers to be had at all the supermarkets this year, so wherever you shop you can get your bank holiday meals for less.

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M&S Sparks: How does Marks and Spencer loyalty card work, what is birthday treat, are there changes? (aff)

Here’s all you need to know about how to get the most out of your Marks and Spencer Sparks card - and why you should sign up to one if you don’t already have one.

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Hemel Hempstead GPs urged to join parkrun practice programme as data shows positive NHS impact

GPs in Hemel Hempstead are being urged to join the parkrun practice programme as new data released on Social Prescribing Day shows the positive NHS impact the initiative is having.

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Bovingdon Primary Academy ranked No.1 state primary school in Hemel Hempstead, placed 179th nationally and in the top 1.5% of all state primary schools in England

Bovingdon Primary Academy has been named the top state primary school in Hemel Hempstead by school comparison platform FindMySchool, and the school’s success doesn’t stop there.

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Video footage shows last moments of dad killed in one punch attack in Hemel Hempstead

The family of a man killed at a charity event at Hemel Hempstead Football Club have released video footage of the attack.

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Millions may have overpaid on car finance – here’s how to spot it (aff)

From unclear interest rates to dealer-arranged finance, many drivers may now be realising they paid more than they should

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WeShop launches Founders Programme to empower early community creators in the UK

The initiative is focused on community-led growth.

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Local care home launches Carers Café to support local community

Cherry Garth Care Home in Holmer Green launches new Carers Café in partnership with Carers Bucks, offering support for carers in the local community.

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Bushey House Beaumont to host Parkinson’s Awareness Afternoon for local community

Bushey House Beaumont is inviting members of the local community to attend an informative Parkinson’s Awareness Afternoon on Thursday 9 April, from 2.00pm to 4.30pm.

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Brits spot 5-star Greece holiday from £379pp in loveholidays Spring sale

The loveholidays Spring sale has started - and this seven night holiday to a five star hotel in Greece is one of the best packages included.

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More than half of adults 'gutted' when parents bought them their last chocolate egg

More than half of adults felt ‘gutted’ when they realised they had received their last chocolate egg from their parents.

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County council set to publish ‘preferred’ route of proposed ‘Hertfordshire-Essex Rapid Transit’ scheme in summer

The preferred route for the Hertfordshire Essex Rapid Transit (HERT) scheme is set to be published this summer, the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) has learned.

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Hemel Hempstead man jailed after one-punch killing at charity event

A man from Hemel Hempstead has been jailed after he killed another man with a single punch at a charity event.

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Ninja air fryer drops to £119 - near lowest price and ending soon (aff)

This best-selling Ninja air fryer has dipped back to one of its lowest prices in months – but the deal won’t hang around for long.

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Boots drops two beauty boxes with savings of more than 50% (aff)

Boots has launched two new beauty boxes for March 2026, including the New and Trending Beauty Box and the Baby Sleep Box, with both offering savings of more than 50% compared with the value of the products inside.

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Most parents won’t spot this GCSE revision mistake until it’s too late (aff)

Many students revise over Easter – but experts warn one common approach may be holding them back when it matters most.

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How to save petrol: 10 expert tips from the AA and RAC as fuel prices surge (aff)

Fuel prices are rising again – but simple changes to how you drive could cut your petrol costs more than you think.

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Families rushing to snap up £55 Harvester meal for four saving £40 (aff)

We’ve found a standout Harvester deal that lets a family of four enjoy three courses for £55 – a rare chance to eat out for less without cutting corners.

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This Shark steam mop just crashed to its lowest price in months (aff)

This popular Shark steam mop has dropped to £59 – and price data shows it’s a genuine low, not a short-term spike.