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Police appeal after boy bitten on face by dog in Hitchin café
The incident happened at Caffè Nero in Hitchin High Street at around 10am on Monday, August 31.
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Hitchin Lido welcomes nearly 65,000 visitors in bumper summer season
Hitchin Lido recorded 64,755 visits during the 2026 season, up 41 per cent on last year, as hot weather draws the crowds
Hitchin Firm – 72% of UK adults unaware gifts from surplus income are Inheritance Tax-exempt
Unlike many other gifts, the donor need not survive seven years, provided the strict conditions are met.
North Herts lidos welcome more than 127,000 visitors during bumper 2026 season
Hitchin and Letchworth lidos have welcomed more than 127,000 visitors during the 2026 season, with visitor numbers up by almost 44 per cent compared with last year.
Five North Herts parks and nature reserves to explore this autumn
As autumn begins and leaves start to turn gold, amber and red, North Herts Council is encouraging residents to discover the district's parks, nature reserves, and walking routes as part of World Car Free Day (Tuesday, September 22).
Police dogs join fight against railway cable theft on line through Hitchin
The new canine recruits are joining efforts by British Transport Police (BTP), Network Rail and rail operators to protect critical railway infrastructure
Herts Careline receives glowing feedback as 100% of customers say service offers reassurance
A service helping people across Hitchin and Hertfordshire remain safe and independent in their own homes has received glowing feedback from its customers.
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Hitchin drivers urged to watch out for deer on roads as autumn rut begins
Male fallow deer can travel several miles a day in search of a mate at this time of year, meaning they are more likely to cross roads.
Construction begins on 408-home development in Stevenage
Stevenage MP Kevin Bonavia visited David Wilson Homes’ Hazel Park site to meet the construction team and hear about plans for the development.
Hitchin Lido welcomes nearly 65,000 visitors in bumper summer season
Hitchin Lido recorded 64,755 visits during the 2026 season, up 41 per cent on last year, as hot weather draws the crowds
Hitchin Firm – 72% of UK adults unaware gifts from surplus income are Inheritance Tax-exempt
Unlike many other gifts, the donor need not survive seven years, provided the strict conditions are met.
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See allBoosting local biodiversity: Veolia Orchard applications open in North Hertfordshire for 2026
Celebrity chef and GBBO champion, Matty Edgell has announced the opening of this year's Veolia Orchard scheme, inviting schools and community groups in East and North Hertfordshire to apply for either five fruit trees or ten strawberry plants.
County council awaits government verdict on SEND funding plan
Members of the council’s impact of scrutiny advisory committee heard the authority is expecting a response from the Department for Education by October
North Herts lidos welcome more than 127,000 visitors during bumper 2026 season
Hitchin and Letchworth lidos have welcomed more than 127,000 visitors during the 2026 season, with visitor numbers up by almost 44 per cent compared with last year.
Five North Herts parks and nature reserves to explore this autumn
As autumn begins and leaves start to turn gold, amber and red, North Herts Council is encouraging residents to discover the district's parks, nature reserves, and walking routes as part of World Car Free Day (Tuesday, September 22).
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Bury Town 1-0 Hitchin Town
Manager Michael Jones was pleased with the performance but frustrated with no tangible reward.
Police dogs join fight against railway cable theft on line through Hitchin
The new canine recruits are joining efforts by British Transport Police (BTP), Network Rail and rail operators to protect critical railway infrastructure
Hitchin Town 1-2 Leiston
On Tuesday Hitchin have a difficult away game at high flying Bury before taking on Takeley in the FA Trophy on Saturday.
Weekly Bulletin – 18 September
Fixtures vs Leiston (H) – Saturday 19 September (3pm KO) Our 2026-27 Emirates FA Cup journey continues on Saturday and it’s a tough test as we welcome fellow Southern League Premier Central side Leiston to Top Field. Leiston last visited Top Field in October 2024. The league fixture ended with the points shared in a... The post WEEKLY BULLETIN – 18 SEPTEMBER appeared first on Hitchin Town FC.
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Oasis add shows in Knebworth, Rome and Munich
The band says it is adding new dates after "phenomenal demand".
Oasis Knebworth concerts could generate £189m in fan spending, analysis suggests
The band is set to return to Knebworth for four nights as part of its 20-date 2027 UK tour, with around 90,000 fans expected at each show.
'Oasis gigs prove Knebworth is world's best venue'
The world-famous Gallagher brothers will return to the scene of their legendary 1996 gigs next year.
Oasis 2027: Knebworth return confirmed as well as Manchester and Glasgow gigs
The band have officially announced the anticipated second wave of their hit reunion tour shows.
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Police appeal after boy bitten on face by dog in Hitchin café
The incident happened at Caffè Nero in Hitchin High Street at around 10am on Monday, August 31.
Dozens of Herts schools to benefit in £900k project to change food culture
Eleven primary schools have already been recruited to be a part of Nourish Hertfordshire, which is being delivered in partnership with School Food Matters.
Hitchin’s Lyndhurst Team raises more than £10,000 through Three Peaks Challenge
Over a demanding 24-hour period, the team tackled Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon, covering more than 23 miles and over 3,000 metres of ascent
Hitchin’s Lyndhurst Team raises more than £10,000 through Three Peaks Challenge
Over a demanding 24-hour period, the team tackled Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon, covering more than 23 miles and over 3,000 metres of ascent
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