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Community man Cyril kept smiling to the end
COMMUNITY man Cyril Edwards died from cancer on Monday, June 10. Mr Edwards was well-known in South Oxhey, where he lived, having run football teams at the community centre for 20 years. In 1959, the life-long Arsenal supporter set up an under-12's football
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World Cup shirt sparks row in charity shop
A CHARITY shop has barred one of its best customers after a row over a T-shirt, it is claimed. Lorraine Arnott, 21, and her mother, Janice, say they were banned from the Salvation Army shop in The Parade, Watford, which they have visited each week for
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Woman fearing miscarriage made to wait for scan
A MOTHER who feared she was suffering a miscarriage was told she would have to wait four days for an ultrasound scan at Watford General Hospital. Mrs Janice Byrne, from St Albans, who is 14 weeks pregnant with twins after successful IVF treatment, was
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Granting £2,000 of Hope
Last month the Barnet & Potters Bar Times awarded grants to five charities which were funded by the Gannett Foundation, the charitable arm of our owners Gannett. In the fourth of our profiles on the winners, SARAH MILLS heads to Hope House North London's
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The curtain goes up on borough awards night
Barnet's equivalent of the Oscars were handed out last Saturday with The Brookland Players scooping the award for best all-round production. Gym and Tonic by John Godber got the top award at the Barnet District Drama Festival and also won Yvana Reeves
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Fetah's killer sobs at guilty verdict
The murderer of Albanian refugee Fetah Marku wept hysterically as he was told that he would spend the rest of his life in prison. Richard Ellis, 33, of Watford Road, Harrow, broke down in the dock after the jury returned a majority guilty verdict of ten
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Did Dr Jim Jameson practice in Victoria Street?
DID Dr Jim Jameson, of the Mid Herts Hospital in Church Crescent, St albans, also practise in a surgery in Victoria Street? If you can help, please e-mail Alex Lewis at alewis@london.newsquest.co.uk. June 14, 2002 14:30
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Who remembers Guiseppe Cielo?
DOES anyone know anything about one Giuseppe Cielo, who came to St Albans from Sicily in the 1960's with other Italian immigrants and may still have a sister in St Albans? He lived in Willow Crescent in Fleetville and worked in a nursery. If you can help
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Memories of hosting evacuees
AN interesting but anonymous e-mail has come from Milton Keynes in response to a query about local families acting as hosts for evacuees. This mystery reader says: "I was born on January 25, 1933, at 1 Spencer Street, St Albans . "My ex, Bill, was born
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Denis Ansell's memories of wartime bombing
"In October 1940, I was at de Havilland's in Hatfield when it was bombed," Mr Ansell told me. It was a misty morning, so visibility wasn't very good. It was between 11 and 11.30am. "I could see this plane flying over the admin block and I could hear its
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21st St Albans Review Half Marathon
Join in the half marathon, fun runs and line dancing events in aid of local charities; Verulamium Park, St Albans; from 9am. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Redbourn Village Historical and Museum Group Special Event,
Steam Traction Day and Amateur Radio Station international link-up; Redbourn Village Museum; 12 noon to 5pm; admission to gardens and viewing steam engines free, admission to museum exhibition and radio station 1; details 01582 793397. June 14, 2002 21
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Theatre Organ Concert
John Atwell; St Albans Organ Museum, 320 Camp Road, St Albans; 7.45pm; tickets 4 from 01727 851557. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Breadmaking and cookery demonstration at Redbournbury Mill
At 18th Century watermill; Redbournbury Lane (off A5183 Redbourn/St Albans Road); 10.30am; admission 2.50. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Borehamwood: Give blood for Joely Bear
People across Hertsmere are being invited to give blood at an event in Borehamwood later this month. The Joely Bear Appeal has organised a donor session at Elstree and Borehamwood Synagogue in Croxdale Road, from 10am until 4.30pm on Sunday, June 30.
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Borehamwood: charity annual general meeting
A Borehamwood charity helping young families will hold its annual meeting on Thursday, June 27. Home Start Borehamwood and District, based in Berwick Road, will present certificates to newly-qualified volunteers and those who have served for a year. Future
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Shenley: Children's Party on the lawn
Shenley Jubilee celebrations: Children's Party on the lawns at the Tea Pavilion and Old Chapel, 1pm to 4pm, Saturday, June 15. Bring a picnic; Golden Jubilee Music Extravaganza for adults in the Walled Garden, Shenley Park, off Radlett Lane, 6.30pm to
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Borehamwood: Town Festival
Elstree and Borehamwood Town Festival will launch on Saturday, June 22, with the Festival Parade, which has been shortened to accommodate more people on foot and will be led by the Air Training Corps cadets. This year's route will take in Gateshead Road
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Shenley: Carnival and Fete
Shenley's Carnival and Fete will be held at Harris Lane Playing Field, from 1pm to 5pm, on Sunday, June 16, with stalls, a dog show and other attractions. 01923 852494. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Radlett: Theatre school
Young people who would like to improve their singing, dancing and acting skills can attend Youngstars Theatre School at Allum Hall, in Allum Lane, Elstree. Classes are held every Saturday during term time for eight to 16-year-olds. Coralyn Canfor-Dumas020
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Radlett: Summer art exhibition
Radlett Art Society will present its Summer Exhibition from Saturday, June 22, at The Radlett Centre. The exhibition features pieces from all members of the society wishing to show their work. Admission free. Open 3.30pm to 6pm on June 22, 10am to 4pm
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Radlett: Photographic art
A stunning collection of photographic art is on display at Radlett's Su Kaye Gallery, at 167 Watling Street, until Wednesday, June 19. The Dean Booker Exhibition features a series of traditional photographs that have been manipulated with digital technology
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Borehamwood: Amateur musical and dramatic society
Elstree Productions, the amateur musical and dramatic society, is looking for more people to take part in its exciting spring show, Cabaret. Actors, singers (especially a male tenor) and dancers, aged 16 or above, are required. The society is also searching
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Borehamwood: Live Bands Gig Night
Young bands are invited to play at a Live Bands Gig Night on Sunday, June 30, at Boreham Wood Football Club, as part of Elstree and Borehamwood Town Council's Festival 2002. Audience tickets, costing 1, can be bought in advance from the council in Brook
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Roman Topic Talks
Religion in the Roman World; Verulamium Museum, St Michael's, St Albans; 3pm; admission free. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Rickmansworth (Evening) Townswomen's Guild
Meets at St Mary's Church Hall, Rickmansworth; Thursday, June 20. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Berry Lane Senior Citizens Frienship Club
Meets for a bring and buy sale; Methodist Church hall, Berry Lane, Rickmansworth; Thursday, June 20, 2.30pm to 4pm. June 14, 2002 21:00
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National Association of Women's Club Greensleeves Club
Meets at Little Green School, Croxley Green; Thursday, June 20, 8pm to 10pm; new members welcome. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Park Street Bridge Club
Meets for friendly duplicate bridge for players of all levels, no partner necessary; Holy Trinity Parish Church, Frogmore; Thursday, June 20, 1.30pm. Tel: 01727 867460 for further details. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Watford and District HF Rambling Club
Meets at Tring car park, High Street, Tring; Wednesday, June 19, 10am. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Nifty 50's Club
Meets for badminton, bowls, Scrabble and other activities; YMCA, Charter Place, Watford; Wednesday, June 19, 2pm to 5pm. June 14, 2002 21:00
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North Watford Air Rifle and Pistol Club
Welcomes safe and enthusiastic new members to shoot indoors at six yards and ten metres range; Christ Church hall, St Albans Road, north Watford; Wednesday, June 19, 7.30pm. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Garston Townswomen's Guild
Meets at Our Lady and St Michael's Church Hall, Crown Rise, Garston; Tuesday, June 18, 7.45pm. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Watford and Bushey Art Society
Meets for wildlife demonstration by Karren-Jacqueline Selby; Beechen Grove Baptist Church, Clarendon Road, Watford; 7.30pm; Tuesday, June 18, visitors welcome, admission 2. June 14, 2002 21:00
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National Association of Women's Club Heath Hill Club
Meets for a varied programme of speakers, demonstations, slides etc; at Bushey Heath Primary School, The Rutts, Bushey Heath; Tuesday, 18 June, 8pm to 10pm; everyone welcome. June 14, 2002 21:00
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National Association of Women's Club Hazelmeade Club
Meets for a varied programme of speakers, demonstrations, slides etc; Yorke Meade School, Dulwich Way, Croxley Green; Tuesday, 18 June, 8pm to 10pm. Everyone welcome. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Hunton Bridge Women's Institute
Meets at The Family Room, Kings Head PH, Hunton Bridge; meet for talk by Mrs Brodick on The Roman Time Capsule; Monday, June 17, 7.30pm; new members warmly welcomed. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Bricket Wood Art Club
Meets for an Indian Scene demonstration in acrylic by Tony Jackson; St Luke's Church hall, South Riding, Bricket Wood; Monday, June 17, 8pm. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Kings Bridge Club
Meets for friendly duplicate bridge for players of all levels, no partner necessary; All Saints Church, Kings Langley; Monday, June 17, 1.30pm. Tel: 01923 262802 for further details. June 14, 2002 21:00
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National Association of Women's Club Copperbeech Club
A group which listens to varied programme of speakers; United Reformed Church Hall, Bricket Wood; Monday, June 17, 8pm. June 14, 2002 21:00
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National Association of Women's Club Highwood Club
Meets for various speakers, demonstrations and outings; Highwood JMI School, Bushey Mill Lane, Bushey; Monday, June 17, 7.40pm. Tel: Mrs Marks 01923 225486 for further details. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Local families hosting evacuees
AN interesting but anonymous e-mail has come from Milton Keynes in response to my query about local families acting as hosts for evacuees. This mystery reader says: "I was born on January 25, 1933, at 1 Spencer Street, St Albans . "My ex, Bill, was born
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Open Gardens
In aid of British Red Cross; The Abbots House, 10 High Street, Abbots Langley and 1 Mansion House Farm, Bedmond Road; Sunday, June 16, 2pm to 5pm. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Red Cross Market
Red Cross Centre Barton Way, Croxley Green; Saturday, June 15, 10am to noon. June 14, 2002 21:00
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New and Nearly New Sale
Salvation Army, 376a St Albans Road, north Watford; Saturday, June 15, 10am. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Harefield Hospital Fete
Attractions include face painting, sideshows, stalls and much more; in the hospital grounds, entrance via main gate; Saturday, June 15, 1pm. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Denis Ansell's memories of wartime bombing
"In October 1940, I was at de Havilland's in Hatfield when it was bombed," Mr Ansell told me. It was a misty morning, so visibility wasn't very good. It was between 11 and 11.30am. "I could see this plane flying over the admin block and I could hear its
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Summer Fete
Come and join in the fun; Kingsway Junior School, Briar Road, Watford; Saturday, June 15, noon to 4pm. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Cat Welfare Table Top Sale
At the Community Hall, Station Footpath, Gibbs Couch, Carpenders Park; Saturday, June 15, noon to 3pm; admission 20p. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Denham Giant Car Boot Sale
At the Denham Roundabout, Main A40; Saturday, June 15, 11am to 4pm; cars 8. Tel: 07947 121336 for further details. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Spotlight
For budding singers, dancers and drama enthusiasts; Orbital Community Centre, Haines Way, Leavesden; Saturday, June 15, 10am to noon; admission 5 payable on the day. Tel: 01923 894444 for further details. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Who has these pictures?
READERS are requesting photographs. Students who attended Oxhey Wood and Sir James Altham in South Oxhey between 1965 and 1976; Leggatts Way Boys School sports team in June, 1948, taken at West Herts Ground; of the Coronation celebrations of 1953 in Croxley
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Who knows anything about the Watford Sorting Office?
INFORMATION is sought on the Home Guard Unit at the Watford Sorting Office. If you know the answer, please e-mail Oliver Phillips at Oliphillips@london.newsquest.co.uk or phone him on 01923 216365. June 14, 2002 13:00
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BBAC Annual Embroidery Competition and Exhibition
The Bull Foyer, High Street, Barnet; runs until June 15. June 14, 2002 21:00
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'No cover up'
Barnet Council's former leader Alan Williams has denied there was any attempt to cover up the deal to sell the freehold of Barnet FC's Underhill site. Mr Williams' statement comes a week after the news that the Labour-led council sold the land to the
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Passing Shadows
A multi-media exhibition presented by Artists Access to Art Colleges Scheme; The Bull, High Street, Barnet; runs until June 15. June 14, 2002 21:00
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'No cover up'
Barnet Council's former leader Alan Williams has denied there was any attempt to cover up the deal to sell the freehold of Barnet FC's Underhill site. Mr Williams' statement comes a week after the news that the Labour-led council sold the land to the
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When did the V1 come down near Abbots Langley?
A READER seeks the date in mid-September 1940, when a Dornier Do-17 straffed Kingswood Estate and dropped bombs on opposite side of A41 to Odham's Press, and the Sunday in 1944, when a V1 came down near Abbots Langley. If you know the answer, please e-mail
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Who knows anything about Hampton's?
DOES anyone have any information or know of any photographs of Hampton's, the bakers? They had a shop at 195 Sparrows Herne, Bushey Heath in the 1930's. If you know the answer, please e-mail Oliver Phillips at Oliphillips@london.newsquest.co.uk or phone
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Who has copies of the Clarendon School films?
DOES anyone have copies of the two films made at Clarendon School in the late 1950's/early 1960's? One was taken by Mr Elliott, the music master, and Miss Bowen, in the art department. If you know the answer, please e-mail Oliver Phillips at Oliphillips
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Archives of Sun Printers
ARE there any archives of Sun Printers or Andre and Sleigh available to look at? If you know the answer, please e-mail Oliver Phillips at Oliphillips@london.newsquest.co.uk or phone him on 01923 216365. June 14, 2002 12:30
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Does anyone recall Imperial Works?
WITH reference to Penfold Fencing, Imperial Works, Balmoral Way. Does anyone recall the firm and its demise? If you know the answer, please e-mail Oliver Phillips at Oliphillips@london.newsquest.co.uk or phone him on 01923 216365. June 14, 2002 12:00
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Did Sgt Pepper live in Garston?
SEVERAL years ago a reader read that a Sgt Pepper, who appeared in a film with John Lennon and was the origin of the Lonely heart Club Band, lived in Garston. Is this true? If you know the answer, please e-mail Oliver Phillips at Oliphillips@london.newsquest.co.uk
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The History of the Palace Theatre
Watford Musuem, Lower High Street, Watford; runs from May 18 to August 3. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Afternoon Tea Dance
Dancing and social club, over 50s welcome, every Thursday; Catholic Church Hall, Beaconsfield Road, St Albans; 2pm to 4pm; details on 01727 857106. June 14, 2002 21:00
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St Albans Abbey Folk Dance Club
Meetings every Thursday; St Stephen's Church hall, Watling Street, St Albans; every Thursday, 7.45pm to 9.45pm; all welcome; for more details call Brenda on 01727 846606. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Peregrino's killers face 9 years in jail
Two teenagers found guilty of stabbing to death 17-year-old James Peregrino over a petty drug deal in Grahame Park last October were each jailed for nine years last week. Delroy Joseph and Michael Morris, both 18, were cleared of murder but found guilty
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Where are Ray and Dorothy Middleton?
CAN anyone supply information as to the whereabouts of Ray and Dorothy Middleton, formerly of 9 Little Oxhey Lane, Oxhey, Herts? They had a son, Michael, who would be aged in his late 50's by now. Dorothy's maiden name was Loader and Ray was Canadian.
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Wife's plea to mentally ill husband to get in touch
The wife of a Friern Barnet man who went missing from a psychiatric unit has made an emotional plea for his safe return. Monica Madrzyk broke down in tears this week as she described her family's devastation at the disappearance of her 56-year-old husband
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Remembering the American troops
MR GRAHAM BOYD, of Chipperfield, recalls his days with the American troops when he was a schoolboy, living at the bottom of Parkside Drive. They were stationed at the far side of lower Langley Way. In those days it wasn't built on. Langley Way was built
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New signing for Bees
Barnet's potency in front of goal received a boost today with the signing of former Sheffield Wednesday starlet Junior Agogo. The 22-year-old, who played under Peter Shreeves for the Owls, signed on a free transfer despite attracting attention from QPR
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New signing for Bees
Barnet's potency in front of goal received a boost today with the signing of former Sheffield Wednesday starlet Junior Agogo. The 22-year-old, who played under Peter Shreeves for the Owls, signed on a free transfer despite attracting attention from QPR
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New signing for Bees
Barnet's potency in front of goal received a boost today with the signing of former Sheffield Wednesday starlet Junior Agogo. The 22-year-old, who played under Peter Shreeves for the Owls, signed on a free transfer despite attracting attention from QPR
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New signing for Bees
Barnet's potency in front of goal received a boost today with the signing of former Sheffield Wednesday starlet Junior Agogo. The 22-year-old, who played under Peter Shreeves for the Owls, signed on a free transfer despite attracting attention from QPR
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Acupuncture used to help drug addicts
Drug addicts in Barnet are being offered shiatsu, Indian head massage and acupuncture on the NHS to help them overcome their habits. The Crossing, a community drug and alcohol service in High Road, East Finchley, uses complementary therapies to help addicts
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Argentine Tango
School of Dancing, 14 Nascot Road, Watford; Thursdays, 8pm, followed by practice session; no partner required, complete beginners welcome. Tel. 01923 210016 for further details. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Nifty 50's Club
Meets for badminton, bowls, Scrabble and other activities; YMCA, Charter Place, Watford; Wednesdays, 2pm to 5pm. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Bushey Meads Women's Club
Meets for various speakers, demonstrations and outings; United Reformed Church Hall, High Street, Bushey; every Wednesday, 7.15pm. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Bedmond Women's Institute
Meets at the Bedmond Village Hall, Bedmond; every Friday, 7.30pm. New members are always welcome. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Sunday Open Mic Night
Every Sunday, house band plus guests, floorspots, players and singers welcome; The Portland Arms, Portland Street, St Albans; 8.30pm. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Nick Page Trio
Melodic jazz and bossa nova every Friday in the bar; Batchwood Golf and Tennis Club, Batchwood Drive, St Albans; 8.30pm; entry free. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Traditional and Contemporary Folk and Blues
A warm welcome for all every Thursday evening at the Hollybush Folk Club; informal singers night; Old School Room, Hollybush pub, Church End, Redbourn; 8.15pm to 11.15pm; admission 2 on the door; further information on 07710 471862 or 07850 163241. June
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Traditional Music Sessions
Every Thursday mainly English and Irish traditional tunes and songs everyone welcome to listen or to play; Rose & Crown, St Michael's Street, St Albans; 9pm. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Orbital Dance Club
Ballroom dancing; Orbital Community Centre, Haines Way, Watford; new members welcome; every Tuesday, 2pm to 4pm. Tel: 01923 681054. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Tea Dance
YMCA, Charter Place, Watford; mainly for senior citizens; every Thursday, 2pm to 4pm; admission 1.50. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Harwoods Farm
A FORMER resident of the Watford Abbeyfield Society, the late John Gloag, wrote down his Watford memories before he died. Here he writes about Harwoods Farm. Harwoods Farm was an extensive area of farming land which was owned by the Earl of Essex and
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News in brief
Meeting again:Five friends were reunited after more than 50 years after one of them won a Lyons Cakes competition to bring long-lost friends and relatives together for the Queen's Golden Jubilee. Gwen Wyatt from Harlow, met with old pals Doris Rumbel,
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Hospital iniatives recognised
HEALTH initiatives developed in the maternity department at Princess Alexandra Hospital, Harlow, have been recognised in three national guides on good practice for mothers and midwives. The guides are titled Home Birth Hand Book, Modernising Maternity
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Housing scheme wins top award
OCCASIO House Foyer, the centre for young people in Harlow, has been voted top social housing development in the south east. The foyer offers disadvantaged 16 to 24-year-olds temporary housing in a self-contained flat along with life skills training and
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Artistic and kindly Quaker who made Oxhey Grange his home
SOME TIME ago a reader enquired about the history of Oxhey Grange in Oxhey Lane. MRS WILSON, of 46 Hillingdon Road, Kingswood, Watford, responds. In 1872 William Thomas Eley lived in Oxhey Grange. In 1878 he gave £500 towards the building of St Matthew's
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Workers brand affordable housing scheme inadequate
THE latest moves to provide affordable housing for key workers have been attacked as "totally inadequate" by local public sector staff. Under the starter homes initiative, a Government grant of £840,000 will be released over the next two years. Public
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Hopes for maternity service restoration dashed
OPTIMISTIC plans to restore maternity services to Hemel Hempstead Hospital by autumn have been thwarted. Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire Health Authority on Wednesday, June pledged to open a midwife-led unit at the hospital by the end of January next year
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Police hunting mystery railway workmen
Police are looking for five 'mystery' rail workers seen on the tracks near Potters Bar station hours before the devastating crash on May 10. Five men wearing orange high-visibility jackets were seen in the vicinity of the faulty points which were blamed
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Police hunting mystery railway workmen
Police are looking for five 'mystery' rail workers seen on the tracks near Potters Bar station hours before the devastating crash on May 10. Five men wearing orange high-visibility jackets were seen in the vicinity of the faulty points which were blamed
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School is targeted by race hate letter
A SERIES of criminally racist letters have been circulated in Watford, in what appears to be a systematic campaign by the same person. One of the hand-written notes was sent to a primary school, catering for four to 11 year-olds. In extreme language it
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Time running out to register for Rainbow Festival
SCHOOLS, groups and bands that want to be a part of this year's Rainbow Festival are running out of time to register. Entry forms are available from Watford Council's Arts Development Team. The forms are for anyone interested in having a stall, playing
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Dyeing to raise charity money
A FLORIST from Watford is going blonde to raise money for the Peace Hospice. Mr David Greenfield, 37, of Rosanna's florist in St Albans Road, Watford, volunteered to have his hair dyed in conjunction with Go Blonde a part of the Peace Hospice's fundraising
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No black cab rank for Bushey Heath
OVERWHELMING opposition means black cabs will not be given a taxi rank in Bushey Heath. In its first report to the executive, Councillor Sean Fear from Hertsmere Borough Council's Environment, Transport and Leisure Overview Committee said: "It was quite
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Volunteers' hard work is acknowledged with free lunch
THEY say there is no such thing as a free lunch but there might be if you work hard as a volunteer. This week, the work of Watford's volunteers was acknowledged and celebrated as part of national Volunteers Week. On Tuesday, June 18, 20 volunteers who
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'Breakdown in communication' blamed for misleading information
A TRAIN operator has admitted misleading the public about an incident that left 150 passengers stranded. Chiltern Railways told The Watford Observer on Tuesday, June 11, it decided to divide the 11.54pm train from Marylebone to Aylesbury after its driver
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Bailey bags third shirt
CONGRATULATIONS to Mr R Bailey, who is the winner of the third England shirt in The Watford Observer's World Cup competition. Mr Bailey had a fantastic third phase of the tournament to take his total to 261 points, 38 ahead of second placed Graham Smith
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Watford axe Vialli
LUCA VIALLI has been sacked as Watford FC manager, plunging the Hornets into an even deeper crisis. Following the resignation of chairman Sir Elton John earlier this month, the Hornets axed coach Ray Wilkins and three members of the Vicarage Road backroom
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Granting £2,000 of Hope
Last month the Barnet & Potters Bar Times awarded grants to five charities which were funded by the Gannett Foundation, the charitable arm of our owners Gannett. In the fourth of our profiles on the winners, SARAH MILLS heads to Hope House North London's
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Who remembers Lakeside Cricket Club?
DOES anyone have any memories of Lakeside Cricket Club, which used to play by Verulamium Lake, or the neighbouring club, St Michael's? If you can help, please e-mail Alex Lewis at alewis@london.newsquest.co.uk. June 14, 2002 14:30
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Who knows more about the Bamforth printing firm?
CAN anyone tell me more about a printing firm in Spencer Street, Gibbs and Bamforth? Does anyone remember Eric Reynolds, who worked there from the end of the war until 1968, when it moved to Dunstable? If you can help, please e-mail Alex Lewis at alewis
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Who knows anything about Ms Bishop?
DOES anyone know anything about Mabel Rebekah Bishop, nee Tebbutt? She was born in 1882 and brought up in in Upper Dagnall Street, St Albans, and died in 1977. Late in life she had a friend who wrote to her from 5 Beech Road but according to her family
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Duty Chemists
Duty chemists for this weekend (June 15/16) are as follows: BARNET Sunday: 11am-12.30pm: Boots Chemist, 142 High Street. (020 8449 0055) FINCHLEY Sunday: 11am-12.30pm: Gateway, 334A Regent's Park Road. (020 8346 4530) NORTH FINCHLEY Sunday: 11am-12.30pm
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Some Sheppard family history
THE photographs were provided by Mrs Coral Carter, born a Sheppard in Marshall Avenue in 1937, who is trying to trace how her family is related to the Sheppards who used to run a bakery in Old London Road. One picture shows the wedding of her parents,
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Herts Jazz
Tenorama; The Fairway, Fairway Suite, Old Herns Lane, Welwyn Garden City; doors open 7.30pm, music starts at 8pm; admission 6 for members and 8 for non-members. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Saturday Organ Recitals Series
International soloist Jane Watts; St Albans Cathedral, St Albans; 5.30pm; admission free with retiring collection in aid of the International Organ Festival Society. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Shenley: Pregnancy and Baby Fair
A Pregnancy and Baby Fair, hosted by the Radlett, Shenley and District branch of the National Childbirth Trust, will be held at the Old Chapel, in Porters Park Drive, Shenley, on Saturday, June 29. The event, between 11am and 3pm, will feature stalls
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Borehamwood: Festival Quiz Evening
Residents are being invited to take part in Elstree and Borehamwood Town Council's Festival Quiz Evening, which will take place at 7pm on Friday, June 28, at the Three Ways Community Association, Arundel Drive, Borehamwood. Entry is free and there can
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Hertsmere: Art Fun Weeks
Hertsmere Borough Council's Summer 2002 Art Fun Weeks run from Monday, July 29 until Friday, August 23, and will include T-shirt printing, model making, drama, dance, music and games. The courses will be held in Borehamwood, Shenley and Radlett and will
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Mixed kateda class self-defence
Meets at Christ Church, St Albans Road, (opp KFC); Thursday, June 20, 7.30pm to 9.30pm. New members very welcome. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Abbots Langley Women's Institute
Meets at Henderson Hall, High Street, Abbots Langley; Wednesday, June 19, 2.30pm. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Chipperfield (Evening) Women's Institute
Meets in the Village Hall; Wednesday, 19 June, 7.45pm. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Abbots Langley Art Club
Meets for painting and drawing; Manor Lodge, Gallows Hill Lane, Abbots Langley; Wednesday, 19 June, 8pm to 10pm; new members welcome. Tel: 01923 662204. June 14, 2002 21:00
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National Association of Women's Club Bushey Meads Club
Meets for various speakers, demonstrations and outings; United Reformed Church Hall, High Street, Bushey; Wednesday, 19 June, 7.15pm. June 14, 2002 21:00
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National Association of Women's Club Harvest End Club
Meets at Meriden Community Centre, Garston; Wednesday, June 19, 7.30pm. New members very welcome. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Women-only kateda class self-defence
Meets at Town and Country club, Rosslyn Road; Wednesday, 19 June, 7.30pm to 9.30pm. New members very welcome. June 14, 2002 21:00
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The Croxley (Morning) Needlecrafters
Meets for all ages and abilities; The Shed, The Sportsman PH, Scots Hill, Croxley Green; Tuesday, June 18, 8pm; admission 1.50. Tel: Stella 01923 442637 for further details. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Chipperfield Women's Institute
Meets in the Village Hall; Tuesday, 18 May, 2.15pm. June 14, 2002 21:00
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St Albans MLA
Meets at Broom Hills Gun Club, Windmill Road, Markyate; Tuesday, 18 June, 8pm to 11pm; new members welcome; admission 1.50. Tel: 01582 842280 for further details. June 14, 2002 21:00
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U3A St Albans
Meets for talk on China: Past and Present by Anne Savage; St Saviours Church hall, Sandpit Lane, St Albans; Tuesday, June 18, 3pm. June 14, 2002 21:00
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ARP/O50 Watford Friendship Centre
Meets for a fun quiz; Meriden Community Centre, Garsmouth Way, Garston; Tuesday, June 18, 2pm to 4.30pm. June 14, 2002 21:00
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South Oxhey Machine Knitting Club
Meets for demonstrations, help and social evenings; Social Centre, Gosforth Lane, South Oxhey; Monday, June 17, 7.30pm to 9.30pm. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Open Gardens
Organised by Oxhey Hall Horticultural Society; 77, 100, 156 Hillcroft Gardens, 5 Raglan Gardens and 89 Hampermill Lane; Sunday, June 16, 2pm to 5pm; admission 2. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Day Walk
Ramblers Association Watford and Three Rivers Group meets for day walk from Hambleden; meet in car park behind Stag and Huntsman PH; Sunday, June 17, 10am. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Summer Fair
To be opened by James Clappison MP, St James Church, Bushey; Saturday, June 15, 10.30am. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Who remembers Mrs Crane's?
DOES anyone recall Mrs Crane's dining room in Watford? If you know the answer, please e-mail Oliver Phillips at Oliphillips@london.newsquest.co.uk. June 14, 2002 13:30
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Does anyone have a photo of the ABC restaurant in Watford High Street?
DOES anyone have any anecdotes about working there or functions? Which were the first Indian and Chinese restaurants in the locality? If you know the answer, please e-mail Oliver Phillips at Oliphillips@london.newsquest.co.uk or phone him on 01923 216365
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The lock and key in the Queen's Arms
WHAT was the significance of the lock and key hanging up in the Queen's Arms or was this in the pub of the same name in St Albans Road? If you know the answer, please e-mail Oliver Phillips at Oliphillips@london.newsquest.co.uk or phone him on 01923 216365
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Who remembers the Woodside House?
DOES anyone have anecdotes about the former Woodside House which used to stand where Woodside Playing Fields are now? If you know the answer, please e-mail Oliver Phillips at Oliphillips@london.newsquest.co.uk or phone him on 01923 216365. June 14, 2002
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Do you have photographs of the locality?
DOES anyone possess unpublished photographs of the locality from the past century? Submit them with your name and address on the back or on a sticker. If you can help, please e-mail Oliver Phillips at Oliphillips@london.newsquest.co.uk or phone him on
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Shenley: Jubilee round up
Shenley: church service at the Old Chapel, Porters Park Drive, 6pm on Sunday, June 9. Jubilee Tea Dance, Shenley Village Hall, London Road, 3pm to 6.30pm on Tuesday, June 11. Line dancing at the Old Chapel, 7.30pm, Wednesday, June 12. Jubilee Disco at
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Who knows anything about a buried control centre in Bushey?
AS a friend of the Lincolnsfields Centre in Bushey, we would like details on a possible buried control centre from WWII. If you know the answer, please e-mail Oliver Phillips at Oliphillips@london.newsquest.co.uk or phone him on 01923 216365. June 14,
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Who knows the Roundbush Public House?
HAS anyone information on the Roundbush Public House and surrounding area? If you know the answer, please e-mail Oliver Phillips at Oliphillips@london.newsquest.co.uk or phone him on 01923 216365. June 14, 2002 13:00
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Watford Camera Club
Meets for the final print and slide competition; Watford Central Library, Lecture Room, Hempstead Road, Watford; Friday, June 7, 7.30pm. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Who knows T H Paget?
HAS anyone details on T H Paget, from Croxley, who designed King George VI's head on the coins and also the Golden Hind on the halfpenny? If you know the answer, please e-mail Oliver Phillips at Oliphillips@london.newsquest.co.uk or phone him on 01923
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BBAC Annual Embroidery Competition and Exhibition
The Bull Foyer, High Street, Barnet; runs until June 15. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Passing Shadows
A multi-media exhibition presented by Artists Access to Art Colleges Scheme; The Bull, High Street, Barnet; runs until June 15. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Who has information on the withdrawal from France?
A READER seeks information about the withdrawal from France, particularly concerning those who eventually embarked from St Nazaire. If you know the answer, please e-mail Oliver Phillips at Oliphillips@london.newsquest.co.uk or phone him on 01923 216365
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Who knows anything about Mence Smith?
CAN anyone tell me about Mence Smith, the origin of the name and how long the shop traded in Market Place, High Street, Watford? If you know the answer, please e-mail Oliver Phillips at Oliphillips@london.newsquest.co.uk or phone him on 01923 216365.
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Who remembers the Watford Motorcycle Club?
INFORMATION on the Watford Motorcycle Club from the 1950's would be appreciated. If you know the answer, please e-mail Oliver Phillips at Oliphillips@london.newsquest.co.uk or phone him on 01923 216365. June 14, 2002 12:30
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Who wants records and results of the Leavesden Motorcycle Club?
ARE there any old members of the former Leavesden Motorcycle Club, the club ceased in 1996, who might be interested in the records and results from the old days? Mr George Cook has two box files of them and can be telephoned on 01923 221374. June 14,
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Where was the HMS Turnstone land base?
A READER'S father was stationed at HMS Turnstone, a land base in Watford/Fulham during the VE Day celebrations. He served in the Royal Marines and was wondering if anyone could provide information about where this Royal Marine land base was situated and
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Discovering Egypt
Exhibition based around life and death in Ancient Egypt; Museum of St Albans, Hatfield Road, St Albans; Mondays to Saturdays, 10am to 5pm, Sundays 2pm to 5pm; admission free; until October 20. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Slimming Magazine Club.
Meets in the town hall assembly rooms, St Albans; every Tuesday, 6.30pm and 7.15pm; details from Ann on 01582 733271. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Semi-acoustic weekend wind down
Floor spots welcome, free drink to performers; The Blue Angel Acoustic Caf; The Horn, Victoria Street, St Albans; every Sunday 7.30pm to 10.30pm; admission free. June 14, 2002 21:00
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The History of the Palace Theatre
Watford Musuem, Lower High Street, Watford; runs from May 18 to August 3. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Open door
Pupils at Harlow's six secondary schools are learning more about legal and safety issues thanks to an innovative project set up by the Harlow Community Legal Services Partnership. The Open Door project aims to provide legal advice and information to hard
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Recycling failure
Harlow District Council remains the second worst local authority in Essex for recycling, achieving just 8.9 per cent in the council year 2001-2002 (up from 5.6 per cent the previous year). The table is topped by Colchester Borough Council (20.6 per cent
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Potters Bar track maintenance company doubles its profits
The company responsible for maintaining the rail track at Potters Bar has nearly doubled its pre-tax profits in the last year. Jarvis maintenance contractors announced on Tuesday that annual profits have increased 31 per cent with pre-tax profits rising
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Disappointment reigns after visit
It was meant to be the centrepiece of north London Jubilee celebrations but not all Barnet residents were complimentary about the Queen's visit to Copthall. Dirty seats, poor access and an inability to even see Her Majesty are just some of the complaints
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New signing for Bees
Barnet's potency in front of goal received a boost today with the signing of former Sheffield Wednesday starlet Junior Agogo. The 22-year-old, who played under Peter Shreeves for the Owls, signed on a free transfer despite attracting attention from QPR
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New signing for Bees
Barnet's potency in front of goal received a boost today with the signing of former Sheffield Wednesday starlet Junior Agogo. The 22-year-old, who played under Peter Shreeves for the Owls, signed on a free transfer despite attracting attention from QPR
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Fetah's killer sobs at guilty verdict
The murderer of Albanian refugee Fetah Marku wept hysterically as he was told that he would spend the rest of his life in prison. Richard Ellis, 33, of Watford Road, Harrow, broke down in the dock after the jury returned a majority guilty verdict of ten
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Welcome to Wayne's world
Hidden behind houses in Long Lane, Finchley, between the train tracks and the North Circular is a strangely peaceful sculptured wildlife garden. It sounds like something that campaigners for Long Lane Pasture would love to see there instead of the proposed
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New club's fighters show their mettle
DESPITE it only being in existence for four months, two fighters from Ongar Amateur Boxing Club had the distinction of being selected to represent Essex in a team match against a Hull select side, and they certainly didn't disappoint. The event, at Basildon
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'No cover up'
Barnet Council's former leader Alan Williams has denied there was any attempt to cover up the deal to sell the freehold of Barnet FC's Underhill site. Mr Williams' statement comes a week after the news that the Labour-led council sold the land to the
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XRR Photographic Society
Meets for photographic demonstration by various speakers and competitions; Williams Hall, Seventh-day Adventist Church, St Albans Road, Garston; Wednesdays, 7.45pm; new members and visitors welcome. June 14, 2002 21:00
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North Watford Air Rifle and Pistol Club
Welcomes safe and enthusiastic new members to shoot indoors at six yards and ten metres range; Christ Church hall, St Albans Road, north Watford; Wednesdays 7.30pm. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Harvest End Women's Club
Meets at Meriden Community Centre, Garston; every Wednesday, 7.30pm. New members very welcome. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Garston Townswomen's Guild
Meets at Our Lady and St Michael's Church Hall, Crown Rise, Garston; every Tuesday, 7.45pm. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Open Mic Session
Every Wednesday, hosted by local band organised by St Albans blues/rock trio Mojo, guest performers and floor spots are welcome and all performers get a free drink get there early to book your place; Mermaid pub, Hatfield Road, St Albans; admission free
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Song Session Group
Every Monday, traditional and contemporary songs, everyone welcome as singers or spectators; The Bull, High Street, Redbourn; 8.30pm; admission 1; more details from John on 01923 404566. June 14, 2002 21:00
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Mingles Unattached Over 30's Dance 'n' Rendezvous Club
Remada Jarvis Hotel (A41), Watford Bypass, Watford; no denim, gentlemen shirts and ties required; last entry 10.45pm; every Thursday, 8.45pm. Tel: 020 8393 0914. June 14, 2002 21:00
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David Jackman
ESSEX take their annual cricket roadshow to Valentines Park in Ilford this week with a county championship match against Northamptonshire and a National League clash with Lancashire seeing an Essex 'old boys' reunion'. Third-placed Essex will be looking
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Great Scott
CHINGFORD youngster Scott Gregory will next month be heading off to the National Development Programme Gymnastics finals in Newcastle as part of the London regional team. The nine-year-old came through the London qualifiers for the second year running
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Eggshell memories
A FORMER resident of Watford Abbeyfield Society, the late John Gloag, wrote down his Watford memories before he died. Here he writes about Eggshell memories. This building stood for many years on the West Herts Golf Course, a few yards from Grove Mill
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Welwyn Hatfield At War
A new exhibition about life in the area during the First and Second World Wars; Welwyn Hatfield Museum, Mill House, Mill Green, Mill Green; Tuesdays to Fridays 10am to 5pm, Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays 2pm to 5pm; admission free; until July 14
