Council leader ‘dismayed’ by GSK move to Cambridge
Pharmaceutical giant GSK announced earlier yesterday (Tuesday, July 28) that its site in Stevenage will close in 2029
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Community groups, charities, volunteering, and the people who make Hitchin special.
Love Parks Week: Residents urged to celebrate Hitchin’s green spaces
Running until 2 August, the national campaign celebrates the importance of parks, commons, nature reserves and open spaces
Milford Lodge’s Seaside‑Themed Summer Party Brings Sunshine, Laughter, and Community Spirit
Hitchin’s Milford Lodge Care Home transformed its garden into a joyful seaside escape this weekend
Rail Presence in Celebration of Samaritans Awareness Dauy
In celebration of Samaritans Awareness Day volunteers from North Herts and Stevenage (Hitchin) branch spent time at Letchworth and Knebworth train stations
Residents encouraged to celebrate North Herts parks during Love Parks Week
North Herts Council is encouraging residents to celebrate the district’s parks, commons, nature reserves and green spaces during Love Parks Week (July 24 to August 2).
County council votes to seek legal advice on LGR that could lead to judicial review
Last Thursday (July 16), it was announced that the county council (HCC) and the 10 district and borough councils would be replaced by new authorities
Driver in hospital after paramedic car hits tree
A man in his 20s suffers serious injuries in the crash in Letchworth.
County council to explore ways to challenge the government’s decision to create four unitary councils in Herts
The creation of four unitary authorities was one of three options submitted to the Government by leaders of Hertfordshire’s existing 11 councils last year.
Six North Herts parks recognised with prestigious Green Flag Awards
Six North Herts parks and green spaces have been recognised among the best in the country after receiving prestigious Green Flag Awards for 2026/27, with St John’s Cemetery in Hitchin joining the list for the first time this year.
“Urban explorers” warned over dangers of entering abandoned buildings
County Council reports a 352% increase in the number of break ins in their properties, many of which are awaiting remedial works due to structural or hazards