Hertfordshire snubbed in UK Town of Culture shortlist
In total, the Government received 398 bids across the three categories – small towns, medium towns and large towns.
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The latest local news from Hitchin and the surrounding area.
Weather forecast for this week in Hitchin – 13 Jul to 19 Jul
The week begins with sunny afternoons and temperatures peaking at 31°C on Tuesday. Expect increasing clouds midweek, with a slight chance of rain and moderate winds throughout.
Hosepipe ban to hit Hitchin as Affinity Water announces restrictions
Affinity Water says demand for water across its Central region has risen by around 20% during the recent hot weather
Joyful Ukulele Morning with Frven Lim at Milford Lodge Care Home
Milford Lodge Care Home in Hitchin was filled with sunshine, music, and smiling faces on 10th July
Affinity Water hosepipe ban after demand rises
The restrictions affect parts of Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex, Surrey and London.
Hitchin misses out on UK Town of Culture shortlist – but MP says town has “so much to be proud of”
Responding to the news, Hitchin MP Alistair Strathern praised everyone involved in the bid
Weekend weather forecast for Hitchin – 10 Jul to 12 Jul
The weekend forecast promises clear skies on Friday and Saturday, with the temperature ranging from 14°C to 33°C. Sunday will be partly cloudy, remaining dry throughout.
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