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The latest local news from Hitchin and the surrounding area.
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.
Hertfordshire: Warm dry weather partly attributable for increase in fires in county
Data reveals 10% more than the 1,073 primary fires that were recorded in the county in 2024/25.
Domestic abuse specialists come together in Hertfordshire to improve support for victims
More than 30 organisations from across the county came together for Hertfordshire Constabulary’s first domestic abuse practitioners’ conference.
Revell urges Boro to build on the feel-good factor
Stevenage boss Alex Revell urges his players to take confidence from a four-game unbeaten run when they face Leyton Orient.
