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Gang of four men with ski masks pushed victim off bike and stole his phone in Hemel

Police are hunting four men whose faces were covered by ‘ski-type’ mask’ after victim was pushed off his bike and had his phone stolen in Hemel Hempstead.

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Hertfordshire registrars set to make wedding and civil partnership couples pay in advance to avoid cancellation losses

Couples in Hertfordshire may soon have to make a financial commitment before saying ‘I do’, as part of budget proposals being considered by the county council.

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Why this Wallis knitted midi dress Is my latest shopping obsession

Comfy, cosy and on sale - this is the perfect dress for work and weekends.

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Residents on oil heating in Hertfordshire urged to have their say as 3,000 households respond to government heating plans

The 4,000 oil heated homes in Hertfordshire are being urged not to miss their chance to speak out after thousands of households across England responded to a government consultation on the future of home heating in just a few weeks.

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This UK bill-bundling service offers up to £150 just for switching - and it could slash monthly costs

A little-known UK service is rewarding households with up to £150 for bundling everyday bills under one account

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Pauline, 72, conquers lifelong fear of water thanks to Westminster Lodge swim coach

A local woman who spent more than 60 years afraid of deep water has praised a swim coach at Westminster Lodge Leisure Centre for helping her finally learn to swim with confidence.

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From House of Commons to Challenge House

As companies continue to invest in Buckinghamshire, it’s been announced MP Callum Anderson has chosen Challenge House as his Bletchley constituency office.

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47 Skin is the under-the-radar skincare brand to know for 2026

Clearer skin, renewed confidence, and a fresh start to the new year with 47 Skin.

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This 6ft artificial tree is just £15 in an incredible post-Christmas sale

A massive January clearance has slashed the price of a natural-looking Christmas tree by 81%, making now the cheapest time to buy

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Your adventure awaits – make a difference with PACT!

You may not have kept all your New Year’s resolutions, but there’s still time to make a big impact in 2026! This year, why not take on an exciting challenge and help transform lives by fundraising for charity Parents And Children Together (PACT)?

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I found the Faszin Ionic titanium hair straighteners at their lowest price ever

Customers are raving about these high performing hair straighteners - now only £39.99

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Former London's Burning and Grange Hill star gets more than 8 years in jail for sex offences against children in Hertfordshire

An actor who preyed on young vulnerable victims in Hertfordshire has been sentenced to over eight years in jail for sex offences against children.

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I test security cameras for a living - this £36.99 deal is a no-brainer

A limited-time Amazon deal has slashed the price of a reliable Tapo security camera, making home CCTV far more affordable

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NFU Opinion: Positive change for Hertfordshire family farms but more work is ahead to secure industry growth and confidence

Opinion column from Zoe Leach, NFU Regional Director for the East of England

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Status Audio Pro X review: striking design meets serious audiophile sound

The Status Audio Pro X earbuds stand out visually and technically, pairing bold design with impressive triple-driver audio

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More than 800 motorists stopped in Christmas crackdown on drink and drug driving

More than 800 motorists were stopped in Hertfordshire as part of a national crackdown on drink and drug driving over the festive period.

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Carplus appoints Gemma Beckett as Operations Director to drive next phase of growth

The appointment supports the company's expansion plans as it scales operations and enhances service delivery across the UK.

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These waterproof walking boots are down to £16.99 on Amazon right now

A rare Amazon deal has slashed the price of waterproof men’s walking boots to just £16.99

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Kings Langley School children raise £4,436 for St Albans Mencap

All pupils took part in a 7.5km community walk, combining fundraising with environmental action to support local people with learning disabilities

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This video doorbell costs just £19.99 — and does everything the £100 ones do

A budget video doorbell has dropped to £19.99 on Amazon, offering HD footage, motion alerts and two-way audio for less than £20