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Rescue plan considered for music and drama library
Hertfordshire County Council is exploring ways of providing services offered by a doomed library.
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PCSO Phoebe Taylor Brings Heartfelt Connection to Milford Lodge Care Home
Milford Lodge Care Home in Hitchin enjoyed a truly touching moment this week as PCSO Phoebe Taylor visited resident Bob, who proudly served as a Police Officer
Hertfordshire’s Lord-Lieutenant to open new youth charity hub in Hitchin
The new hub is spearheaded by Lord-Lieutenant of Hertfordshire Robert Voss who, following the success of his charity hub at Warner Brothers’ studios
Strong turnout as more than 100 gather in Hitchin for climate briefing screening
Rhys Waterman, of Hitchin Boys’ School, who helped organise the event, said: “I think one of the strongest feelings in the room was relief”
Council still looking to axe performing arts library service – but to keep music and scripts available to local groups
Hitchin councillor says there must be further scrutiny of any agreement between the county council and Benslow Music before a final decision is made.
Shoplifter sentenced after admitting four thefts from Hitchin convenience store
The court sentenced her to eight weeks’ imprisonment for each offence, suspended for 12 months
Todd in the Hole Festival 2026 Shines with over 15,000 Attendees
Across three incredible days, festivalgoers enjoyed a packed programme of live entertainment, alongside a vintage funfair, delicious street food, and camping!
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Stop and searches rise 15% across Hertfordshire as police chief says tactic is making communities safer
New figures for 2025/26 reveal officers conducted 7,735 stop and searches, up from the previous year. Of those, 40% resulted in police action
Watch: Twin cubs trigger double panda-monium
Keepers at Hertfordshire Zoo are now trying keep the endangered red panda cubs cool in the heatwave.
PCSO Phoebe Taylor Brings Heartfelt Connection to Milford Lodge Care Home
Milford Lodge Care Home in Hitchin enjoyed a truly touching moment this week as PCSO Phoebe Taylor visited resident Bob, who proudly served as a Police Officer
Robins name Stevenage's Banfield as assistant manager
Bristol City name Stevenage coach Neil Banfield as their new assistant manager.
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See allRescue plan considered for music and drama library
Hertfordshire County Council is exploring ways of providing services offered by a doomed library.
County council overspent by £800,000 in 2025/26, despite earlier fears they could end year with overspend of £6.2m
At one point, there had been fears that the council would end the 2025/26 financial year with an overspend of as much as £6.2m.
Hertfordshire’s Lord-Lieutenant to open new youth charity hub in Hitchin
The new hub is spearheaded by Lord-Lieutenant of Hertfordshire Robert Voss who, following the success of his charity hub at Warner Brothers’ studios
Council still looking to axe performing arts library service – but to keep music and scripts available to local groups
Hitchin councillor says there must be further scrutiny of any agreement between the county council and Benslow Music before a final decision is made.
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Preview: Luton Town
Saturday 11th July – KO 1PM We welcome Luton Town to Top Field for a special afternoon celebrating Mark Burke’s 40 years of service to Hitchin Town. We can now confirm the full timeline for the afternoon: 12.00 Gates Open 12.50 Guard of honour as the teams enter the pitch 1.00 Kick Off – Hitchin... The post PREVIEW: LUTON TOWN appeared first on Hitchin Town FC.
Hitchin Town 0-2 Barnet
The pitch was in excellent condition and there were plenty of Hitchin supporters who had made the journey.
Cider and Cheese Festival Success!
It really is all over. Now for the football. Saturday brought the curtain down on our ever-popular cider festival. Our country-wide cider selection was very popular and the food offering proved to be a big hit with an increased selection of cheeses. We had a brilliant line up of music – Shaun Clark, Table 19,... The post CIDER AND CHEESE FESTIVAL SUCCESS! appeared first on Hitchin Town FC.
Preview: Barnet
Tuesday 7th July – KO 7.45PM We welcome Barnet to Top Field for our second pre-season friendly of the season. We are pleased that this fixture has now become a regular event in our pre-season schedule and look forward to welcoming Dean Brennan and his squad back to Top Field Tickets Where possible we advise... The post PREVIEW: BARNET appeared first on Hitchin Town FC.
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See allStrong turnout as more than 100 gather in Hitchin for climate briefing screening
Rhys Waterman, of Hitchin Boys’ School, who helped organise the event, said: “I think one of the strongest feelings in the room was relief”
Todd in the Hole Festival 2026 Shines with over 15,000 Attendees
Across three incredible days, festivalgoers enjoyed a packed programme of live entertainment, alongside a vintage funfair, delicious street food, and camping!
South Asian stories told through personal artwork
The exhibition includes artwork by women from the Hertfordshire Asian Women's Association.
Milford Lodge Gents Club Enjoy a Brilliant Afternoon at the Hitchin Cider & Cheese Festival
The gentlemen of Milford Lodge Care Home were treated to a truly memorable outing today as they attended the much‑loved Hitchin Cider & Cheese Festival
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Free lasagnes up for grabs at Hitchin Zizzi on National Lasagne Day
On Wednesday, 29 July, the first 30 customers through the doors of the Hitchin restaurant at midday will receive a complimentary lasagne
Milford Lodge Hosts a Whimsical World Chocolate Day Community Café
The Engagement & Wellbeing Team set the tone from the moment guests arrived — dressed head‑to‑toe as cheerful Oompa Loompas
Hertfordshire public health chiefs set to increase spend on smoking cessation, in bid to keep up with demand
9% of the Hertfordshire’s population smokes, compared to 11.5% nationally with the county’s ambition to reach the national target of 5%
Hitchin Churchgate regeneration seeks fresh funding as council moves project into delivery phase
The council says aim is to create a mixed-use development featuring new homes, improved public spaces, commercial opportunities and a revitalised market area
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Events Strong turnout as more than 100 gather in Hitchin for climate briefing screening
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Events Todd in the Hole Festival 2026 Shines with over 15,000 Attendees
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Events South Asian stories told through personal artwork
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Events Milford Lodge Gents Club Enjoy a Brilliant Afternoon at the Hitchin Cider & Cheese Festival
Hitchin, Hertfordshire