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Under‑16 Social Media Ban: A Chance to Reflect?”
What does healthy online life look like — not just for children, but for all of us?
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North Herts Council is inviting residents to share the places they love as part of Love North Herts - a district-wide campaign to create a lasting record of the locations, landscapes and landmarks that help define our district, particularly as we look ahead to Local Government Reorganisation in the coming years.
Hitchin dads could win holiday to Italy as Zizzi launches Father’s Day giveaway
The promotion is open to dads, stepdads and father figures, with Zizzi hoping to help families celebrate the occasion
Historic village pub near Hitchin to close temporarily for major six-figure refurbishment
The Green Man in Great Offley, a Grade II listed pub operated by Greene King under its Chef & Brewer brand, will temporarily close from Sunday 15 June
Cider and Cheese Festival 3rd and 4th July
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Weather forecast for this week in Hitchin – 15 Jun to 21 Jun
The week ahead features mainly partly cloudy skies with mild to warm temperatures, peaking at 28°C on Friday. Winds vary, with Wednesday being the windiest. Low precipitation expected overall.
Loneliness Awareness Week: Why We’re More Connected Than Ever, Yet Lonelier Than Before
Loneliness Awareness Week runs nationally from 15–21 June and is a reminder why small, local spaces matter more than ever.
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Under‑16 Social Media Ban: A Chance to Reflect?”
What does healthy online life look like — not just for children, but for all of us?
Hitchin firm’s advice on navigating the dividend tax rises in 2026
From 6 April 2026, the government increased dividend tax rates by 2 percentage points. The ordinary rate rose to 10.75%, and the upper rate to 35.75%
Hitchin Soapbox Team Set for Red Bull Challenge as They Raise Funds for Local Charities
A team of Hitchin friends who impressed at last year
What’s Hitchin’s Most Loved Spot?
The campaign aims to create a lasting record of the places that help define Hitchin & the district
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Charity golf day raises £16,000 for Hertfordshire young homelessness charity
Founded in 1998, HYH works across Hertfordshire to prevent youth homelessness through education, advice and practical support for young people & their families
What's your favourite place in North Herts?
North Herts Council is inviting residents to share the places they love as part of Love North Herts - a district-wide campaign to create a lasting record of the locations, landscapes and landmarks that help define our district, particularly as we look ahead to Local Government Reorganisation in the coming years.
Hitchin Samaritans climb Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon)
Twenty-two volunteers from the North Herts and Stevenage (Hitchin) branch recently completed a fundraising climb of Yr Wyddfa (aka Snowdon)
After 41 years, end of an era as Lidders hand over Club 85
For many Hitchin residents, the departure of the Lidder family marks the end of an era for one of the town’s most recognisable venues
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See allCider and Cheese Festival 3rd and 4th July
The post CIDER AND CHEESE FESTIVAL 3RD AND 4TH JULY appeared first on Hitchin Town FC.
Stevenage sign Fulham striker Sanderson
League One side Stevenage Borough sign striker Olly Sanderson from Fulham on a two-year deal.
Weekly Bulletin: 12th June
MANAGER’S NOTES By Michael Jones Pre Season We are looking forward to welcoming back all the players who have committed from last season as well as excited to start working with our new signings as we are now less than two weeks away from the start of our pre season training schedule. This will allow... The post WEEKLY BULLETIN: 12TH JUNE appeared first on Hitchin Town FC.
Hertfordshire police back World Cup domestic abuse awareness campaign
Alongside the domestic abuse campaign, Hertfordshire Constabulary has issued advice for supporters planning to watch World Cup matches in pubs, bars or at home.
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Hitchin Festival Returns for 35th Year with Packed Month of Arts, Music and Community Events
Organisers say the festival remains one of the highlights of the town
Hertfordshire Celebrates Local Community Champions at Hitchin Volunteers’ Week Fair
Community champions from across Hertfordshire were recognised and celebrated during Volunteers
Shuttleworth’s Wings & Wheels Air Show delivers a soaring day out for Hitchin families
Just a 20-minute drive from Hitchin, the latest Wings & Wheels Air Show at Shuttleworth proved once again why it remains one of the most popular family days out
Map shows where fires occur most often in county
Hertfordshire boasts an average incident rate of two fires per 1,000 people, compared to a national average of 2.7 fires per 1,000.
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See allHistoric village pub near Hitchin to close temporarily for major six-figure refurbishment
The Green Man in Great Offley, a Grade II listed pub operated by Greene King under its Chef & Brewer brand, will temporarily close from Sunday 15 June
Great Hitchin Duck Race set to make a splash as popular event returns after 10-year absence
Organisers are encouraging visitors to come along for the duck race and stay for an evening of food, drink and entertainment by the river.
Hitchin Lido packed out as heatwave brings more than 4,000 visitors to opening weekend
At Hitchin Lido, based at Hitchin Swimming and Fitness Centre, 4,934 visits were recorded across the weekend, while Letchworth Lido welcomed 3,362 visitors.
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