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Counting cost of new teachers
THE high cost of buying or renting accommodation in the district has meant Roundwood Park School in Harpenden has had to more than triple its advertising budget to attract young teachers. Headteacher Andy Cunningham said: "We are very nearly fully staffed
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Schools let pupils watch World Cup
SEVERAL secondary schools in the district are putting the boot in to support England and changing their timetables to let pupils watch the World Cup. For Sven's men's challenge against Nigeria on Wednesday, June 12, secondary schools Nicholas Breakspear
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Police begin fresh hunt for Marku's killers
Police are reopening the investigation to find the killers of Albanian refugee Fetah Marku. A £7,500 reward is on offer for information leading to the successful arrest and conviction of the persons responsible for the murder. Last week Richard Ellis,
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Attack on gay man prompts vigilance alert
Police are advising gay men in north-west London to be extra vigilant after a 35-year-old Cricklewood man was indecently assaulted by a group of men on Hampstead Heath earlier this month. The victim was on the heath at around 4am on Sunday June 9 with
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New school buildings in a class of their own
The first artist's impression of the new Ashmole School reveal a facelift for the old building. Heating and electrical problems in the current dilapidated 1940s buildings in Cecil Road, Southgate, have left children unable to attend school nine times
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New school buildings in a class of their own
The first artist's impression of the new Ashmole School reveal a facelift for the old building. Heating and electrical problems in the current dilapidated 1940s buildings in Cecil Road, Southgate, have left children unable to attend school nine times
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Special day marks 50 years
THE Queen's Golden Jubilee celebrations were far from over for Bowmansgreen Primary School who invited almost 300 former staff and pupils to a reunion on Saturday (June 15). Visitors from all over the country and some from abroad returned to look at the
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Meet the car of the future
A car with a top speed of 50 miles per hour and a range of 53 miles is not everyone's idea of progress. But when it is almost silent, gives off no emissions and costs only 45p for a 'full-tank', Barnet Council's new electric car could be the future for
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Meet the car of the future
A car with a top speed of 50 miles per hour and a range of 53 miles is not everyone's idea of progress. But when it is almost silent, gives off no emissions and costs only 45p for a 'full-tank', Barnet Council's new electric car could be the future for
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Bees deal off
Barnet Football Club is looking for a new home outside the borough after Tory council leader Victor Lyon effectively destroyed plans for stadium to the south of Underhill. In a sensational new twist to the club's stadium saga, Barnet chairman Tony Kleanthous
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Hertswood designs
Borehamwood's Hertswood School will be taking part in a range of events staged by Hertfordshire County Council for next week's National Design and Technology Week. A team from Sheffield Hallam University will be at the school to run a session on electronic
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Baton round
The Queen's Jubilee Baton will pass through Hertfordshire on Friday, June 28, as part of its 19-week journey around the Commonwealth. Drivers are warned there may be delays on some of the county's roads, as the baton relay moves from Baldock, at around
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Pitch in to keep kids off streets
Politicians are in danger of throwing away a chance to help young people in Borehamwood according to a town businessman. Danny Hunter, the chairman of Boreham Wood Football Club, is worried that his planning application for a new synthetic football pitch
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Nick counts his blessings
A much improved performance with both the bat and the ball saw Radlett gain the better of a closely fought draw with league leaders Slough. Having being inserted by their hosts Radlett was immediately in trouble as the experiment of opening the batting
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Happy Hawks on display
Up to 60 young Borehamwood gymnasts performed a display to their families and friends on Saturday. The gymnasts, all members of The Hawks Gymnastic Club which meets at the Hertswood Centre in Borehamwood, included around 25 girls who have recently taken
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Danny's the boy for Star
Elliott Star Football Club will start the new season with new first and second team managers. After five seasons in charge of Star's first team Brian Renphrey has stepped down, with the thanks and best wishes of the whole club. Due to work commitments
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Borehamwood: charity dog show
Thousands of people are expected at a special charity dog show to be held in Borehamwood's Tempsford Green on Sunday, June 23. Movie star Jenny Seagrove will help to judge the competition, along with other well-known figures. There will be 12 novelty
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Borehamwood and Radlett: Dance project
Young people's theatre company Traffic Lights Productions is looking for performers to take part in a dance choreography project. People with a background in Jazz and contemporary dance would be welcome. Rehearsals will take place on Tuesdays and Sundays
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Borehamwood: Film Evening
The Elstree Film Evening, celebrating 75 years of production at Borehamwood's studios, will be held at the BBC Elstree Centre on Saturday, June 29. The event will feature celebrity guests, the BBC Elstree Concert Band and film clips. Tickets 4 in advance
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Borehamwood: Festival baby show
A Festival baby show will be held at Allum Hall, Allum Lane, Elstree, from 1.30pm on Tuesday, June 25. Babies can be entered on the day. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Borehamwood: BBC Elstree Concert Band
The 40-piece BBC Elstree Concert Band will perform music from American composers Henry Mancini, Jerome Kern and George Gershwin, along with a Frank Sinatra singalong and other pieces at Allum Hall, Allum Lane, Elstree from 7.30pm on Monday, June 24. Tickets
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Elstree: Rock and Roll Night
A Rock and Roll Night will be held on June 22, at Allum Hall, in Allum Lane, at 7pm, featuring live music, a jive school and dance displays. Audience members are invited to wear 1950s clothing. Tickets cost 5 in advance. 020 8207 1382. June 19, 2002 21
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Hertsmere finish second at a push
Hertsmere U10's ended their season on a high note, by finishing runners-up in the St Albans City tournament on Sunday. Needing to win their group to progress, Division Two side Hertsmere did just that, winning two and drawing two of their games, to finish
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Red card
Hertfordshire Police arrested a man while he was watching England draw with Nigeria in the World Cup last Wednesday. Police say they had already sent a letter to him to say there was an outstanding warrant against him and that they would arrest him unless
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Girls bailed
Two teenage girls have been accused of assaulting a staff member at Borehamwood's Burger King at 5.30pm last Thursday. One 16-year-old girl, from Borehamwood, is accused of criminal damage, after allegedly knocking the cash till over, and assaulting a
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Memories are Made of This - A Hidden World
By Tracie Law and Jane McGill; The Bull Gallery, High Street, Barnet; runs until July 30. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Zigger Zagger
Watford Grammar School for Boys, Rickmansworth Road, Watford; Thursday, June 20 to Saturday, June 29, 7pm; tickets 4 adults, 3 conc. Tel: 01923 208900. June 19, 2002 21:00
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The Hollybush Folk Club
Presents Singer, songwriter and musician Sandra Kerr; The Old School Room, The Hollybush PH, Church End, Redbourn; Thursday, June 27, 8.15pm; admission 4. Tel: 07710 471862. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Judie Tzuke
Watersmeet, High Street, Rickmansworth; Friday, June 21, 8pm; tickets 15. Tel: box office 01923 771542. June 19, 2002 21:00
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National Association of Women's Club Greensleeves Club
Meets at Little Green School, Croxley Green; Thursday, June 27, 8pm to 10pm; new members welcome. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Pocket picked
A woman had her purse containing £20 stolen from her back pocket while she was shopping in Borehamwood's Shenley Road on Saturday. June 19, 2002 13:00
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Abbots Langley Art Club
Meets for painting and drawing; Manor Lodge, Gallows Hill Lane, Abbots Langley; Wednesday, June 26, 8pm to 10pm; new members welcome. Tel: 01923 662204. June 19, 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 26, 2pm to 5pm. June 19, 2002 21:00
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National Association of Women's Club Harvest End Club
Meets at Meriden Community Centre, Garston; Wednesday, June 26, 7.30pm. New members very welcome. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Bring and Buy Sale Langley House
698 St Albans Road, Garston; Wednesday, June 26, 10.30am. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Buckinghamshire Pottery and Sculpture Society
Meets for a talk and demonstration by Sean Miller; Chorleywood Arts Centre, Chorleywood; Wednesday, June 26, 8pm to 10pm; visitors welcome, admission 5. Tel: Sarah O'Niell 01494 782240 for further details. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Home appeal
An appeal has been made to a Government planning inspector against Hertsmere Borough Council's decision not to allow an extension at 10 Scrubbitts Park Road in Radlett. Planning permission had been sought for a part single-storey and part two-storey front
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Watford Floral Society
Meets for a country weekend demonstration by Jacky Eyre; St Thomas Church hall, Langley Road, Watford; Wednesday, June 26, 7.30pm; visitors welcome, admission 3. June 19, 2002 21:00
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No to offices
A firm has appealed to a Government planning inspector against Hertsmere Borough Council's decision not to permit buildings at 74 to 76 Watling Street to be used for financial and business use, or to be altered. The council refused permission on conservation
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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, June 25, 8pm to 10pm. Everyone welcome. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Women's Club
Meets for personal development for the 21st Century by Melody Cheale; Cassio Lodge, The Avenue, Watford; Tuesday, June 25, 8pm; membership is open to any woman who is working or on a career break. Tel: Membership Secretary on 01923 236775 for more details
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Top school faces axe
Radlett parents upset over the planned closure of an "inspiring" Aldenham nursery school, are campaigning to have it moved to Newberries Primary School in Radlett. However, Hertfordshire county councillors, due to take a decision at a meeting last night
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The Bushey Decorative and Fine Arts Society
Meets for a lecture by Alicia Salter; The Bushey Centre, High Street, Bushey; Tuesday, June 25, 8pm; visitors welcome, admission 3. June 19, 2002 21:00
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WI talk of a Beautiful Country
The ladies of the Borehamwood Women's Institute enjoyed a fascinating discussion about Britain's heritage at their June meeting on Thursday. John Smith put together a talk entitled Our Heritage, a Beautiful Country, featuring slides, music and a commentary
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Bricket Wood Art Club
Meets for a working evening; St Lukes Church hall, South Riding, Bricket Wood; Monday, June 24, 8pm. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Dawn's Open Garden
Also cake table, bric-a-brac and plant stall; 2 Winchfield Way, Rickmansworth; Sunday, 23 June, 2pm to 6pm; admission 1.50. June 19, 2002 21:00
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St Albans YHA Group
Meets for a day walk in the Chiltern Hills; meet at St Albans War Memorial; Sunday, June 23, 10am or Wendover station car park, 11am. Tel: 01707 335803 for further details. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Royal Razmatazz Summer Fair
At the Little Chalfont Combined School, Oakington Avenue, Little Chalfont; Saturday, June 22, 1pm to 4pm. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Garage Appeal
An appeal has been lodged with the Government's Planning Inspectorate against Hertsmere Borough Council's ruling that the garage at 1 Armstrong Close, Borehamwood, cannot be used as a habitable room. The council is worried that if garages are converted
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Town demand mail inquiry
The town council this week vowed to push Royal Mail into carrying out a full investigation into the delivery of its festival programmes to homes in the area. Elstree and Borehamwood Town Council employed Royal Mail to deliver 16,500 Town Festival programmes
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Town mourns for the lady who cared
A 78-year-old Borehamwood housewife who spent her life helping disabled people died peacefully earlier this month. Anne Bence, from Gateshead Road, founded the Borehamwood Otters Swimming Club for disabled people, the Red Rose Ringers, a group of disabled
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Marjorie's song
A senior citizen from Borehamwood sang her heart out last week when she appeared in the area finals of the Silver Stars Talent Contest in Rickmansworth. Marjorie Morris, aged 74, from Hornbeam Close, sang Waiting at the Church and Honeysuckle and the
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Church talks
Parish councillors in Shenley seek talks with the Church of England and Hertsmere Borough Council about the future of St Botolph's churchyard. The parish council is concerned that the graveyard, in Shenleybury, is not being kept tidy and properly maintained
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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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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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Gold awards
Borehamwood-based Cable & Wireless Global and Elstree's Bio Products Laboratory have both won gold awards in the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents' annual health and safety awards. June 19, 2002 13:00
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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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Rabbits put gardeners in a stew
Angry gardeners with allotments in Shenley have asked the parish council to take action to stop rabbits eating their plants and vegetables. The council, which owns the allotments, off London Road, last week agreed to employ pest control experts to tackle
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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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Rickmansworth (Evening) Townswomen's Guild
Meets at St Mary's Church Hall, Rickmansworth; Thursday, June 20. June 19, 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 19, 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 19, 2002 21:00
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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 19, 2002 21:00
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Youngsters can carry on camping
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 last of our profiles on the winners, LEIGH COLLINS, spoke to the Friends of Moat
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Watford Council on the web
The Watford Council's site offers an impressive array of services - from paying monthly bills online to giving you the opening times of Watford recreation facilities. The site is well managed, easy to navigate, relatively well-designed and user-friendly
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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 19, 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 19, 2002 21:00
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£2 million plans for Garston school
A SECONDARY school in Garston, has unveiled £2 million building plans to redevelop key areas of its site, set to include a modern new-look facia, as part of its own forthcoming Golden Jubilee celebrations. In addition to a new entrance, the redevelopment
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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 19, 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 19, 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 19, 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 19, 2002 21:00
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News analysis: Why it's not business as usual in Barnet
Newly-released government figures show the number of businesses registered in Barnet has declined by almost 20 per cent since 1994 by far the worst figure in London. Council officials have struggled to account for the decrease particularly as employment
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Pupils have designs on special week
YOUNG designers in Hertfordshire are getting wired up to battle it out next week during national Design and Technology Week at the Wheathampstead Development Centre. Young innovative inventors will gather in Wheathampstead from Monday, June 24, to Friday
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Lots of fun at festival for pupils
YOUNG pupils of Chorleywood Primary School will take part in the Chilterns Water Festival held in High Wycombe this weekend. The annual event designed to celebrate and highlight the importance of water to both people and wildlife, is set to feature numerous
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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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Modular tests for cabbies
TRAINEE mini-cab drivers who spend months committing the streets of Watford to memory will be able to get on the road sooner with the introduction modular test that will allow them to do The Knowledge in stages. It is hoped the new test, which was brought
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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 19, 2002 21:00
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First fete for school since fire
A WATFORD primary school has held its first summer fete since it was almost completely destroyed by a fire three years ago. Ninety per cent of Knutsford Primary School in Knutsford Avenue was consumed by an electrical fire in November 1999. Although it
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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 19, 2002 21:00
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Jubilee baton coming to town
THE Queen's Jubilee baton is beng carried through the Watford area on Friday, June 28. The baton relay started from Buckingham Palace on March 11 and is a 19 week journey through all of the 24 Commonwealth countries including Canada, the Caribbean, Africa
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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 19, 2002 21:00
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Council department doubles efficiency
AN incredible jump from under-achiever to high-performer has been executed by Watford Council, it emerged this week. Notorious for its poor performance earlier this year, the development control department has doubled its efficiency in a matter of months
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Glass attack at pool angers residents
JAGGED pieces of broken glass lined the bottom of a children's paddling pool in Cassiobury Park after a rampage by vandals on Saturday, June 15. Police were told a group of young men had been in the pool smashing glass. The area was cordoned off on Sunday
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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 19, 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 19, 2002 21:00
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Comment, June 20, 2002
For years Hertsmere's politicians have been saying something needed to be done to keep young people off the streets at night. Earlier this year Hertsmere Council ran events where it asked teenagers what facilities they thought the town was lacking, and
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Review Half-Marathon
A RECORD-BREAKING entry of more than 2,500 runners made this years Review Half-Marathon, which took place at Westminster Lodge on Sunday, the best yet as more than 1,500 competitors completed the 13.1-mile half-marathon course, with many more joining
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Ever-Green
GREENWOOD PARK Cricket Club maintained their unbeaten start to the Division Nine season against Old Owens second XI, but only after David Camm's men produced their now-customary batting collapse to provide a nervous finale. Chasing Owens' 155, Mel Baker
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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
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Kerry draws on graffiti for inspiration
GRAFFITI artist Kerry McMahon from Nicholas Breakspear School in St Albans created a huge spray can work of art for his GCSE coursework. Kerry has been experimenting using car paint sprays since a visit to London four years ago where he was inspired by
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Demand for quality homes outstrips supply
QUALITY homes are in huge demand in St Albans, according to a report by Strutt & Parker estate agents. The report claims that there are too many home-buyers chasing too few properties in the area, and half of purchasers are moving out of London. Mr
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Council appoints 'green' recruits
TWO new green appointments are due to be made by St Albans District Council in order to give environmental-based services an extra boost. The go-ahead for the recruitment of a waste management officer and an energy officer which will cost the council
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Elstree and 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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Elstree and 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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Driver dragged along street by van thieves
A 26-year-old man was dragged along the road as he foiled an attempt by robbers to steal his van in Borehamwood, by snatching the ignition keys as the van was being driven away. The victim, from Dunstable in Bedfordshire, had made a delivery in Borehamwood's
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Youths seen leaving blazing garage
Police are continuing to investigate the cause of a fire at garages in Borehamwood's Danziger Way on Monday last week. A police spokeswoman said two schoolboys, wearing burgundy blazers, had been seen going into the garage shortly before the fire. The
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County builds up new homes total
The county council plans to adopt new planning policies that will offer no guarantees about the number of houses to be built over the next 14 years. Hertfordshire County Council is changing its Structure Plan, the document that says how many new homes
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Wood reward their talented youngsters
Scores of players and parents attended Boreham Wood 2000 FC's annual presentation nights at Meadow Park recently. Micky Engwell, the first team manager from Boreham Wood FC, was there to hand out trophies to the U10s, U11s and U12s teams on Friday, June
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Kings of the Street
The Borehamwood Kings faced off against the Street Warriors for the second time in the season, with the sole intention of redressing the balance for the previous beating they recieved. Warriors took the lead when a slap shot from midway up the pitch found
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Club seeks young footballers
Boreham Wood Youth Football club is looking for players for next season, to join the U13s and U14s teams. For information telephone Barbara Cass on 020 8386 0859 or Dave Clements on 020 8207 5582. June 19, 2002 14:00
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Away day blues
Borehamwood Bowls Club travelled to Mill Hill Bowls Club for a four-rink mixed triples friendly but they suffered a comprehensive loss, by 65-41. However, they did succeed on one rink, where Bryan Mayson and Peggy Pollentine led by Tony Parker, won on
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Radlett: Art Society Summer Exhibition
Radlett Art Society will present its Art Society 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,
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Radlett: Midsummer Miscellany
The Radlett Players will perform at Shenley's Walled Gardens on Friday, June 21, Saturday, June 22 and Sunday, June 23. The Midsummer Miscellany will feature extracts from A Midsummer Night's Dream, the Mad Hatter's Tea Party, Private Lives, a Cricket
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Borehamwood: fire and ambulance open days
Borehamwood fire and ambulance stations will hold open days on Saturday, June 29. At the Elstree Way police station, from 2pm to 5pm, visitors will see major incident equipment, and find out more about becoming a special constable, security, motorcycle
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Borehamwood:Festival Quiz Evening
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 be up to five people in each team, and a licensed
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Borehamwood: free concert
An orchestra of young musicians from Fontenay-aux-Roses, Borehamwood's twin town, will perform a free concert at Hertswood School's Cowley Hill site from 8pm on Saturday, June 22. Performers from the French town's College des Ormeaux took part in last
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Lashings of stars to visit Shenley
Lashings CC will play Shenley Lions XI in aid of the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children on Sunday June 23 at 1pm at the Shenley Cricket Centre in Shenley. Stars will include Shoaib Akhtar, Aravinda De Silva, Angus Fraser, Stuart
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Villagers blocked
After a delayed start, the game was reduced by 12 overs. Shenley won the toss and elected to bat first. However, only three balls into the game, their oppener Rees was caught, mistiming off the extremely soft wicket. Ray McLennan joined Dave Stubbs, but
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Painting Exhibition
Presented by Novgorod artist Yuri Eryshef; Palace Theatre, Green Room, Clarendon Road, Watford; runs until Saturday, July 6. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Summer Exhibition
Presented by Friends of Bushey Museum; Bushey Museum and Art Gallery, Rudolph Road, Bushey; Saturday, June 22 to November 3; open 11am to 4pm, Thursday to Sunday only; admission free. June 19, 2002 21:00
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We Are Part Human, Part Stories
Exhibition by Ben Okri, Birds of Heaven; The Bull Foyer, High Street, Barnet; runs until July 6. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Classic Concerts
A soiree musicale, concert supper; St Edmunds Church, Pinner Road, Northwood Hills, Sunday, June 23, 7pm; tickets 10 supper or 3 concert only. Tel: 020 8866 4610. June 19, 2002 21:00
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An Evening of Film Music
Hosted by Terry Pettigrew; Prince Edward Hall, University of Hertfordshire, College Lane, Hatfield; Sunday, June 23, 7.30pm; tickets 12. Tel: box office 01707 284004. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Three Rivers Chamber Orchestra
Presents an evening of English Music to celebrate the Queen's Golden Jubilee ; St Mary's Church, Church Street, Rickmansworth; Saturday, June 22; tickets 7, 1 for accompanied children available at the door or tel: 01923 772627 for further details. June
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Sarratt (Evening) Women's Institute
Meets in the Village Hall; Thursday, June 27, 8pm. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Window alert
Police are warning Borehamwood residents to close windows overnight, after a burglar stole hundreds of pounds from a Stratfield Road home last week. Police believe the elderly victim's home was burgled, between 11.30pm on Sunday June 9 and 8am on Monday
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Berry Lane Senior Citizens Friendship Club
Meets at Methodist Church hall, Berry Lane, Rickmansworth; Thursday, June 27, 2.30pm to 4pm. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Watford Folklore Society
Meets for lecture by Tom Doig entitled The Folklore of Births and Baptisms; Oracle Centre, 12 Market Street, Watford; Thursday, June 27, 8pm; visitors welcome, admission 4.50. Tel: 01923 229784. June 19, 2002 21:00
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No Sanctuary
Hertfordshire-based Sanctuary Housing Association is leaving the county because it is unable to find suitable accommodation for itself. The association will relocate to Worcester next year, as its current building is too small, and other offices were
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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 27, 1.30pm. Tel: 01727 867460 for further details. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Recycled fun
Children from Woodlands Primary School in Borehamwood enjoyed watching a special play about recycling on Monday morning. Recycling clowns Bozo and Zizi were at the school to perform their new play, called What a Waste, about the need to recycle household
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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 26, 7.30pm. June 19, 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, June 26, 7.15pm. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Bunnies hop along to party
A special party held for the children of Shenley on Saturday proved to be a great success. The party was held at the Tea Pavilion and Old Chapel in Shenley Park as part of the Queen's Jubilee Celebrations in Shenley, and around 350 children and parents
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Village carnival is the 'best ever'
Hundreds of villagers enjoyed the Shenley Fete and Carnival on Sunday. Around 600 people attended this year's event, held at Harris Lane Playing Fields. There was a procession, and a variety of fun events were lined up for the afternoon. This year's procession
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Kings Langley (Morning) Women's Institute
Meets at Oddfellows Hall, Kings Langley; Wednesday, June 26, 10am; new members welcome. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Galloping Gitay
Radlett won this close-fought match by two wickets, owing a huge debt of gratitude to Zahur Gitay who excelled with both bat and ball. Datchworth won the toss and batted using up all but four balls of their 53-over allocation in making 146 hardly a match-winning
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Carpenders Park Townswomen's Guild
Meets at the Carpenders Park Community Centre, Gibbs Couch, Carpenders Park; Wednesday, June 26, 2pm to 4pm. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Phoenix Circle (Afternoon) Club
Meets for various speakers, demonstrations; St Peter's Church Hall, Bushey Mill Lane, Watford; Wednesday, June 26, 2.30pm; new members welcome. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Verulam Writer's Circle
Meets for the chrystal decanter competition; St Michael's Church hall, St Michael's Street, St Albans; Wednesday, June 26, 8pm. June 19, 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; 8pm to 10pm; everyone welcome. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Borough to take charge of "worst" homeless service
Hertsmere's service for homeless people, recently described as being among the worst in the country, is to be brought directly under the borough council's control. Earlier this year, a Government inspector's report said the service to provide social housing
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Ramblers Association Watford and Three Rivers Group
Meets for evening walk from Rickmansworth, meet in long stay car park opposite Coach and Horses PH, High Street; Tuesday, June 25, 7.15pm. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Views "ignored" over anti-crime TV room
People living around Clarendon Park in Borehamwood are furious at the borough council for allowing a CCTV control room to be built there. At a recent meeting, Hertsmere Borough councillors said they understood residents' concerns about traffic and the
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Bridge Club Deaf Club
The Harebreaks, north Watford; Monday, June 24, 9.30am. Tel: 01923 720105. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Local history enthusiasts meet
People interested in local history and archeology can hear about the work of Elstree and Borehamwood History Society and the Hertfordshire Archeology Trust, at the history society's annual general meeting next Thursday, June 27. At the meeting, at Hertsmere
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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 24, 1.30pm. Tel: 01923 262802 for further details. June 19, 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 24, 8pm. June 19, 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 24, 7.40pm. Tel: Mrs Marks 01923 225486 for further details. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Marjorie's been rocking for 102 years!
Even at her 102nd birthday party Borehamwood pensioner Marjorie Crabb could not be kept from the dancefloor. Around 70 people attended a party at The Poplars sheltered housing scheme in Grove Road on Friday in honour of Mrs Crabb, who has lived there
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County Hall demolished
The Villagers recorded their fourth victory of the season, comfortably beating County Hall. Shenley, asked to bat first, opened with Andy Lewis and Chris Stanley, who made steady progress against some accurate bowling by the County Hall opening pair.
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Get set for the town's big run
Borehamwood-based Pinnacle Insurance, which sponsors the town's annual Half Marathon and Fun Run, will be taking an active role in the event, to be staged on Sunday, June 23. The firm's director of communications, Steve Devine, will be part of a team
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Sir James Altham Class of 82
20 year reunion all mid-80's pupils welcome, disco and food; Labour Club, Henbury Way, South Oxhey; Saturday, June 22, 7pm to midnight; admission 10 on the door. Tel: Gill Clarke 01908 647577. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Sing along
The Hertfordshire Chorus will hold an open rehearsal on Wednesday, July 3. Amateur or professional singers are invited, and some will be offered a chance to join and sing in venues such as the Royal Albert Hall. For information call 01920 485082. June
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Denham Giant Car Boot Sale
At the Denham Roundabout, Main A40; Saturday, June 22, 11am to 4pm; cars 8. Tel: 07947 121336 for further details. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Spotlight
For budding singers, dancers and drama enthusiasts; Orbital Community Centre, Haines Way, Leavesden; Saturday, June 22, 10am to noon; admission 5 payable on the day. Tel: 01923 894444 for further details. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Croxley Green (Evening) Townswomen's Guild
Meets at Croxley Green Library, Barton Way, Croxley Green; Friday, June 21, 7.45pm. Visitors welcome. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Croxley Green (Evening) Townswomen's Guild
Meets at Croxley Green Library, Barton Way, Croxley Green; Friday, June 21, 7.45pm. Visitors welcome. June 19, 2002 21:00
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Kids Out for a soaking
Youngsters from Cowley Hill School enjoyed a good soaking when they were taken to Legoland by the Rotary Club on Wednesday last week. A group of 21 pupils went to the theme park on a trip organised by the Rotary Club of Elstree and Borehamwood, as part
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Fair Field's team find adventure
A group of children from a Radlett school were put through their paces during a recent four-day visit to an adventure training camp. A party of 38 Year Four pupils from Fair Field School enjoyed activities such as quad biking, climbing, fencing and caving
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Singing star walking back to say farewell
In the early 1960s a schoolgirl from East London became one of the hottest properties in showbusiness when she recorded three number one hits at the tender age of 14. Now, after 40 years on the circuit, Helen Shapiro is completing the final tour of her
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Gas award piped in
An Elstree-based firm has been honoured with the title of Gas Company of the Year in recognition of its engineering and management services. McNicholas Construction Services received the award at a ceremony sponsored by the Institution of Gas Engineers
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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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Village to bury time capsule
Pupils at schools in the Shenley area have been busy drawing pictures and writing stories to place in a time capsule which is to be buried to mark the Queen's Golden Jubilee. The project has been organised by Councillor Rodney Saunders, who represents
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Bike for Shelter
The charity Shelter is calling for people to take a 30-mile sponsored bicycle ride through London on Sunday, September 1, to raise money for the Shelterline housing helpline.For information about taking part telephone 01394 286032. June 19, 2002 13:00
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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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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 19, 2002 21:00
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Youngsters can carry on camping
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 last of our profiles on the winners, LEIGH COLLINS, spoke to the Friends of Moat
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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 19, 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 19, 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 19, 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 19, 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 19, 2002 21:00
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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 19, 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 19, 2002 21:00
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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 19, 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 19, 2002 21:00
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Mixed reaction to programme on de Havilland
ALLEGATIONS that Hatfield aircraft manufacturer de Havilland's was to blame for a series of crashes that killed more than 100 people have provoked mixed reactions from the former work force. Channel 4's Secret History, broadcast last Thursday (June 13
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Cash aid for post offices
STRUGGLING sub-postmasters can continue to apply for business rate relief or hardship grants from St Albans District Council. Continuation of the scheme was approved by members at a meeting of the cabinet on Wednesday, June 12, after councillors heard
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Parents build wildlife garden
PARENTS of children who attend Cunningham Hill Junior School in Cell Barnes Lane, St Albans, have created a new pond and wildlife garden area for pupils' use. The garden has been dubbed the jubilee garden and commemorates not only the reign of the Queen
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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 19, 2002 21:00
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Man crushed in accident at petrol station
A MAN was crushed against a petrol pump on Tuesday, June 18, when a driver accidentally accelerated towards him. The incident happened at Tesco in High Road, Bushey Heath, at 7pm. Mr Tony Adams, who was filling up his car at the petrol station, described
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Fire lit by vandals causes £10,000 damage
A SKIP fire that was deliberately started outside a shop in Kings Langley has caused more than £10,000 damage after fireworks stored in a nearby container exploded with the heat. The fire was started at 4.15am on Tuesday, June 4, outside Taylors Tool,
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Popular artist and teacher dies
A POPULAR local artist and art teacher from Bushey has died. Mr Arnold Fletcher died on Friday, June 14. He was 81. Mr Fletcher was best known in the area as head of the art department at Bushey Meads School, in Coldharbour Lane, Bushey, where he worked
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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 19, 2002 21:00
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Old people's home plans opposed
PLANS to build an old people's home were vehemently opposed by West Watford residents this week. Neighbours claimed the 10-bedroom dwelling in King George's Avenue will bring traffic, noise and pollution to a predominately residential area. However, town
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Putting radiation record straight
When commenting on your recent news report on radiation being found locally, Mr Dry asks of Marconi "How do they know?" that the level of radiation, and its danger, is low (Letters, June 13). Perhaps, he should respect the extensive scientific knowledge
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Jubilee thanks to our shopkeepers
On behalf of my fellow committee members and the members of Grosvenor Road Neighbourhood Watch Scheme may we, through your letters page, send our sincere thanks and appreciation to those shopkeepers in Shenley Road who donated so generously to our Jubilee
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Just missing out on the poles
HARPENDEN's Mark Crowley narrowly missed out on selection for the British Commonwealth Games Squad after finishing fourth in the Pole Vault in the trials at the City of Manchester Stadium on Sunday. Twenty-year-old Crowley jumped 2.14m, five cm short
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Soccer star's home looted
Police are investigating after the Radlett home of soccer star Dennis Wise was targeted by burglars, who stole his FA Cup medals and England caps. The ex-Chelsea captain was on holiday with his family in Florida, when his rented home, in a gated, executive
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Redbourn off to a flier
REDBOURN Cricket Club kicked off their Chess Valley League campaign with an impressive win against Wheathampstead gaining revenge for a defeat against the same opponents 24 hours earlier. In 45 overs, Geoff Bartlett's men scored 150-9 with the captain
