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Woman in her 80s set on fire named as attempted murder investigation continues

A by-election has been called for Carole Weston's seat on Dacorum Borough Council next month, however she will remain a town councillor in Tring. Credit: Tring Town Council.

Tring by-election called after councillor fails to attend meeting for six months

Hertfordshire County Council is considering allowing victims of domestic abuse to bring pets into accommodation it classifies as safe

Plans to allow Herts abuse victims to bring pets into safe accommodation

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Herts Police officer cleared of sexually assaulting colleague on night out

Pedestrian fighting for life after being hit by car being pursued by police in Yorkshire

Woman in her 80s found on fire as police launch attempted murder investigation

A panel found a former Hertfordshire Police officer who sent sensitive data to her partner would have been sacked if she was still serving. Photo by Will Durrant/LDRS.

Former Herts Police officer who shared sensitive data would have been sacked

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Officers face misconduct panel over alleged ‘racist’ and ‘homophobic’ messages

A man has been arrested after a number of women said they had been sexually assaulted at a university.

Hemel businesses raided as illicit tobacco, illegal vapes and cash seized

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Sport

Poor penalty calls deny unlucky Berkhamsted FA Cup second round spot
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The site of two proposed padel courts at Leverstock Green Tennis Club. Credit: Padel Plan/Leverstock Green Tennis Club/Dacorum Borough Council planning portal.

Tennis club in Dacorum applies to build more padel courts

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Hemel Hempstead Salvation Army has launched its annual Christmas Present Appeal

Hemel Hempstead Salvation Army launches its annual Christmas Present Appeal

Over the last two weeks, pupils have been busy making their own poppies during their art lessons Each child has contributed to the display, creating a wonderful collection of poppies that come together to form a striking tribute.

Lime Walk Primary School creates a beautiful poppy display

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Hemel's Santa's Sleigh returns with new lights

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Crime

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Police reassurance after school closed following reports of man with weapons

Police believe the person pictured may have been in the area at the time and could have information to assist the investigation.

CCTV image of man wanted in connection with serious assault in Hemel Hempstead

Members of the community met with police in Dacorum to discuss topics including stop and search, burglary and the illegal use of e-scooters

Stop and search and burglary among topics as public meet police in Dacorum

Fourteen Hertfordshire police officers added to barred list

14 Herts Police officers banned from serving following misconduct proceedings

Police found that this car was being driven by a 16-year-old

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A day of Halloween-themed fun took place in Hemel Old Town on October 25

Hemel Old Town gets into Halloween spirit with a day of spooky fun
Hemel Old Town got into the Halloween spirit with a day of spooky fun on Sunday October 25.
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Parkdean’s Celebrity Weekenders are designed as affordable short breaks, with themed entertainment and activities bundled into the stay.

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Amazon's new 2026 Kindle range launches today, including redesigned Kindle and Paperwhite models, alongside the latest Kindle Colorsoft (pictured) with its 7-inch colour display.

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Keira Knightley returns to star in Waitrose's 2026 Christmas advert, reprising her role in the festive romantic storyline.

Waitrose Christmas advert gets fans talking after surprise return

OPI's Funny Bunny nail polish is a celebrity-loved shade associated with Hailey Bieber's signature milky-white manicure, and now it’s on sale for Black Friday.

Hailey Bieber's go-to OPI nail polish gets a Black Friday discount

Health

Nurosym can help you get a better night's sleep

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Lovehoney’s couples advent calendar is aimed at adults looking for a more playful countdown to Christmas.

Reviewers opened Lovehoney's £119 advent calendar

Forget chocolate, this advent calendar is made for couples to enjoy together

Lovehoney £119 couples’ advent calendar is worth £487

The new Crisis Text Support Service is being funded by the NHS

Crisis text service provides mental health support across Hertfordshire

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Community learning disability and autism services awarded top CQC rating

A giant inflatable Teletubby was among the items caught on cameras blocking Thames Water’s sewers

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James Acaster said he was ‘knackered’ by the end of his experience on the show (Euan Cherry/Studio Lambert/BBC/PA)

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A collection of childhood drawings, school photographs and heartfelt letters from King Charles has emerged

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Claire Helen, 53, says her mum Joyce, 83, stocking up for the millennium and "buying into conspiracy theories".

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