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Hertfordshire councillors split on property tax that could be introduced by Andy Burnham
Conservative county councillors have raised concerns that Hertfordshire would be “amongst the biggest losers” were the Government to bring in a proportional property tax.
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Just for Laughs closes one of its biggest festivals to date
The 2026 Just For Laughs Montreal Festival has concluded for another year.
Domino's new garlic and herb ice cream flavour sparks debate
Domino's has launched a wacky new ice cream inspired by the chain’s famous garlic and herb dipping sauce.
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Affordable new fragrance collection at Boots could be your perfect date night finishing touch
Finding the perfect fragrance can make all the difference when you're getting ready for a date night. Whether you're heading out for dinner, cocktails or an evening stroll, the right scent is often the finishing touch that completes your look.
How I keep my teeth looking bright and white with this simple at-home whitening kit from SmilePro
Why SmilePro's at-home whitening kit has become part of my beauty routine.
Thousands of learner drivers can claim free driving lessons in RED Driving School giveaway
Thousands of learner drivers across the UK could cut the cost of learning to drive thanks to a new giveaway offering free one-hour lessons with RED Driving School.
LookFantastic's New Season Edit £175 beauty box is now £36 with premium brands inside
Featuring seven products from premium beauty brands, this limited-edition box delivers more than £175 worth of skincare, makeup and haircare for a fraction of the usual cost
Popular Tring pub to reopen under new name after six-week makeover
A popular pub in Tring is set to reopen under a new name after it has undergone an extensive makeover.
Tring Park School for the Performing Arts partners with the University of the Arts London Awarding Body to expand offering for Sixth Form
Tring Park School for the Performing Arts is proud to announce that, from September 2026, it will offer three of its vocational courses for Sixth Form, accredited by the University of the Arts London (UAL) Awarding Body.
Brillio named as OpenAI Select Partner
Brillio has become an OpenAI Select Partner to help enterprises build and scale AI solutions.
Man charged with stealing street lamps worth £1m across several counties including Hertfordshire
A man has been charged with the theft of 45 street lamps and ornate lanterns with an estimated value of around £1 million.
New name confirmed for council set to serve Dacorum under Government reconstruction plan
The planned new north west Hertfordshire council is now set to be called West Hertfordshire Council after an intervention from the leaders of two existing authorities.
Political Opinion: David Taylor MP to put Hemel young people ‘at centre of new relationship with Europe’ through Erasmus+
• MP for Hemel Hempstead writes to schools, colleges and Hertfordshire County Council on new opportunities for local children
Continue Arcades opens first East of England venue at The Marlowes shopping centre in Hemel
Continue Arcades, the fast-growing free-play arcade brand, will open at The Marlowes shopping centre on Friday 24th July 2026.
Simple launches Super Glow+ serum to smooth wrinkles
The new serum delivers visible wrinkle reduction and enhanced radiance in just four weeks.
FCM Travel signs decade-long deal with Arcadis
FCM Travel has secured a 10-year contract with Arcadis.
Halton Stairlifts sponsor Liverpool Schoolboys Under-14s football team
Halton Stairlifts are supporting Liverpool Schoolboys Under-14s with a new kit for the 2025/26 season.
The beautiful Bunches flower bouquets I'd choose to brighten my home all summer long
Fresh flowers are one of the easiest ways to transform a room, and Bunches has plenty of colourful bouquets that capture the feel of summer.
Hemel cricketer Mukesh Bhatt selected to represent England Over-50s
Veteran cricketer Mukesh Rasiklal Bhatt, a long-standing member of the cricketing community across Hertfordshire, Middlesex, and Northamptonshire, has been selected to represent the England Over-50s Cricket Team, marking a significant milestone in an outstanding cricket career spanning more than fou...
Amazon’s £29 garden storage box also doubles as an outdoor bench
The waterproof 270-litre chest can hold cushions, tools and toys while providing an additional outdoor seat with a 100kg capacity