Hitchin care home highlights loneliness facing older men after bereavement
Neil Gandecha, owner of Foxholes Care Home in Hitchin, says he has seen first-hand how bereavement can leave older widowers isolated
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County council facing ‘maximum’ cyber security risk ahead of local government reform
Herts County Council is facing its “maximum” level of cyber security risk, with fears over how IT systems will cope amid sweeping changes to local government.
Weekend weather forecast for Hitchin – 31 Jul to 2 Aug
The weekend forecast predicts clear weather Friday afternoon, sunny Saturday, and cloudy Sunday, with temperatures peaking at 28°C and minimal rain chances.
Hitchin allotment shed wins national award after being built for under £400
Jack Grove’s “Rhubarb House”, situated beside the River Purwell, has been crowned the UK’s Budget Shed of the Year
Councillors refuse to back Conservative calls to oppose any proposals for a proportional Hertfordshire property tax
As part of a proportional property tax, residents would be asked to pay an annual tax based on a percentage of their home’s current market value.
Drought declared in Hertfordshire as officials warn of worsening dry conditions
The Environment Agency said England has experienced an exceptionally dry spring and summer, with July on course to become the driest since records began
Hertfordshire police ranked best in country for public confidence
The latest Crime Survey for England and Wales found that 59 per cent of Hertfordshire residents believe their local police are doing an excellent or good job.
Hitchin Firm – Over £31.1 billion of pension assets held in lost pots
Research shows that there are nearly 3.3 million lost pension pots in the UK, worth over £31.1 billion in assets.
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
Hertfordshire Charter to be displayed with Bayeux Tapestry
The Saxon document mentions Earl Harold, who as king was killed at the Battle of Hastings in 1066.