A couple in their 70s are in critical condition after being hit by a car in Harpenden. Elderly Pedestrians Critically Injured in Harpenden Road Accident Hey, something happened yesterday. A black Kia hit two people on St Albans Road. It happened near the Bull Road roundabout around 7:30 PM. The police and ambulances showed up…
The Harpenden Society disapproves of St Albans council’s choice to approve a 550 home development, citing infrastructure concerns. Harpenden Society Criticizes Approval for 550 Home Development The St Albans council approved a housing project on Monday, but the decision has drawn criticism. The Harpenden Society called the decision “woeful,” expressing support for local plans and…
Application seeks retrospective approval for a caravan site on Green Belt land near Harpenden, facing local opposition. Harpenden Green Belt Caravan Site Faces Planning Permission Scrutiny Hey, listen to this news! They’re asking for permission after the fact. It involves land south of Bower Heath Lane. This is near Harpenden, you know. WS Planning applied…
Council approves 550 homes on Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, facing Green Belt and traffic concerns. Affordable housing included. Harpenden Housing: 550 Home Development Approved Despite Green Belt Fears The council planned a new housing site near Cooters End Lane and Ambrose Lane. Yesterday, the planning committee voted on it, approving the initial plan with five votes…
Explore Harpenden’s growth from a small village to a bustling town, highlighting key changes and historical insights. Harpenden History Displayed: Village to Town Transformation Explored The local history exhibition is now at the museum. It is located within the Eric Morecambe Centre. The exhibition was popular during Harpenden Local History Day. Displays will be presented…
Part of Bowers Way West car parking is shut due to safety concerns, affecting shoppers. Alternative spaces offered. Harpenden Car Park Closure Impacts Shoppers at Sainsbury’s Hey, guess what’s going on with the Bowers Way West car park? About 100 parking spots are now closed because of safety concerns. Luckily, around 60 spaces on the…
Steve Collins wins Guilds Photographers Bar award for the seventh time. Recognition of skill in Stoke-on-Trent. Harpenden Photographer Steve Collins Wins Prestigious Award Again Hey, guess what I just read! Steve Collins won an award again. It’s the ‘Photographers Bar’ from the Guild. He has got it seven times already! They announced it in Stoke-on-Trent.…
Parking costs may rise in St Albans, Verulamium, and Clarence Parks. Other charges stay the same. Harpenden already charges for street parking. St Albans Drivers Face More Parking Charge Increases in Draft Budget St Albans has a draft budget for 2025/26. The council hasn’t fully approved it yet. Some parking costs may increase around the…