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Tikka Nation brings authentic indian street food revolution to The Marlowes Shopping Centre

The Marlowes Shopping Centre is delighted to announce a major expansion of its culinary landscape with the arrival of Tikka Nation. The rapidly growing, modern Indian street food brand will officially open the doors of its new Hemel Hempstead branch on Friday, 22 May 2026, introducing local resident...

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I had always avoided drying my thick curly hair until I found this supreme diffuser (aff)

After years of avoiding hairdryers because they left thick curls frizzy and undefined, one styling tool completely changed how I wash and dry my hair.

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Real-life immersive gaming attraction from Canada set to open in Hertfordshire

A major new immersive gaming attraction described like being in a scene from Mission Impossible is set to bring a surge of visitors to Hertfordshire as fast-growing leisure brand Activate unveils plans to open at the Harlequin Watford this summer.

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Tommee Tippee baby bottle prep bundle combines bottle feeding essentials in one newborn package (aff)

Preparing for a newborn can quickly turn into a long shopping list, but this Tommee Tippee bundle brings together bottle prep, sterilising and feeding essentials in one package.

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PCA Skin products with five-star reviews are now 10% off at Dermoi (aff)

PCA Skin’s clinically driven skincare range has built a loyal following – and Dermoi’s latest discount makes it easier to try the brand for less

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Hawaiian Tropic SPF 50 spray drops below £10 in Amazon summer beauty deal (aff)

With warmer weather and holiday plans beginning to take over calendars, shoppers are already starting to stock up on everyday sun protection.

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This bargain electric standing desk could transform your work-from-home setup (aff)

The Mono electric standing desk combines adjustable height controls, memory presets and a compact footprint for home working

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Wowcher cuts at-home food sensitivity testing kit to £9 with up to 900 items included (aff)

An at-home food sensitivity testing deal has dropped to £9 with kits analysing up to 900 food and non-food items, although there is an important detail shoppers should understand

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Amazon shoppers are spotting this Bluetooth sleep mask for under £28 right now (aff)

People looking for ways to block out noise and light are increasingly turning to sleep gadgets that combine comfort and convenience in one device.

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Portable BBQ fire pit drops to under £17 ahead of summer garden season (aff)

Garden shoppers can currently pick up this portable steel BBQ fire pit for under £17 ahead of summer evenings outdoors.

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I tried Preply to learn Italian – and it’s far better than language apps (aff)

Real conversations, flexible lessons and brilliant tutors helped make learning Italian genuinely enjoyable

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Amazon bestseller Ryanair travel backpack now has more than 30% off for holidaymakers (aff)

Holidaymakers looking to avoid Ryanair baggage charges are turning to compact travel bags designed around airline hand luggage limits.

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Four new police dogs ready to sniff out crime across Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire

Four new police dogs, Murphy, Madden, Dixon and Muzza, have officially joined the Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire (BCH) Dog Unit team, after successfully completing their training.

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At less than £9, foldable TUI cabin bag designed for underseat travel is gaining Amazon attention (aff)

Holidaymakers planning TUI trips are turning to compact foldable bags designed to make packing easier and avoid luggage restrictions at the airport.

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Plumber from Hemel Hempstead is highly commended in The Plumber Awards 2026

Tom Twomey, owner of Gas Tech Heating Ltd in Hemel Hempstead, has been highly commended in The Plumber Awards 2026.

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Yoto is the the screen-free audio player my son uses every day (aff)

The Yoto Player has become part of our son’s daily routine while helping us cut down on screen time.

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Hertfordshire Ale tapped at Parliament’s Strangers’ Bar

One of Hertfordshire’s best-selling ales has been served at Strangers’ Bar in the Houses of Parliament, with MPs raising glasses to the local brew.Side Pocket for a Toad, Tring Brewery’s flagship beer, was nominated through the parliamentary Guest Beer initiative by Victoria Collins, MP for Ha...

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Friends of the Nickey Line launches 20th anniversary photographic competition

The Friends of the Nickey Line challenges all photographers from Hemel Hempstead, Redbourn and Harpenden to capture the heritage and life of the Nickey Line on camera!   Prizes and commendations will be awarded to winning entries.

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KAYAK reveals the best value destinations for Brits this summer

Both abroad and domestic locations made the list.

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New Hertfordshire County Council chairman proud to serve 'extraordinary' area

Hertfordshire County Council has appointed a new chairman to serve the area.