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Radlett
Radlett Horticultural Society is holding a Summer Evening Mini Flower Show at Newberries School, Newberries Avenue, Radlett, at 8pm on Thursday, July 4. Summer flowers, strawberries and vegetables will be on show, with the judging of entries. Admission
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Radlett
Helen Shapiro will perform at The Radlett Centre on Saturday, July 6, at 8pm, as she makes her final tour of Britain. Tickets 14, 13 conc. Box office 01923 859291. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Dance Fun Club disco
Free-style, Rock 'n' Roll. For four to 16-year-olds, 3.45pm to 6.30pm and adults 7.45pm; St Peters Church hall, Bushey Mill Lane, Watford; Wednesday, July 3. Tel: 01923 463193 for further details. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Dance Fun Club disco,
Free-style, Rock 'n' Roll; for four to-16-year-olds; All Saints Church hall, Horseshoe Lane, Garston; Tuesday, July 2, 3.45pm to 6.30pm. Tel: 01923 463193 for further details. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Woodland Roadshow
An exhibition exploring the woodland environment; Bushey Museum and Art Gallery, Rudolph Road, Bushey; runs untl August 31, 11am to 4pm (Thursday to Sunday), admission free. June 27, 2002 21:00
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SalsaDuende
Rickmansworth Sports Club, Park Road, Rickmansworth; enjoy a night of Salsa and Latin dances, guest DJs; Saturday, June 29, 8pm; non smoking dance room. Contact 07956 207458. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Barn Dance
The Pumphouse, Local Board Road, Lower High Street, Watford; Saturday, June 29, 8pm. Tel: 01923 467269 for further details. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Psychic Fair demonstrations
Relaxing massage, healers and lots more; Watford Football Club, Elton John Suite, Vicarage Road, Watford; Thursday, July 4, 6pm to 11pm; admission 3. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Sarratt (Evening) Women's Institute
Meets in the Village Hall; Thursday, July 4, 8pm. Berry Lane Senior Citizens Friendship Club meets for talk by Audrey Lyndon entitled These troubled times; Methodist Church Hall, Berry Lane, Rickmansworth; 2.30pm to 4pm. June 27, 2002 21:00
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National Association of Women's Club Greensleeves Club
Meets at Little Green School, Croxley Green; Thursday, July 4, 8pm to 10pm; new members welcome. June 27, 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; 1.30pm. Tel: 01727 867460 for further details. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Ramblers Association Watford and Three Rivers Group
Meets for an evening walk from car park behind Partridge PH near Carpenders Park Station; Wednesday, July 3, 7.15pm. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Kings Langley (Morning) Women's Institute
Meets at Oddfellows Hall, Kings Langley; Wednesday, July 3, 10am; new members welcome. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Carpenders Park Townswomen's Guild
Meets at the Carpenders Park Community Centre, Gibbs Couch, Carpenders Park; Wednesday, July 3, 2pm to 4pm. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Railway Correspondence and Travel Society
Meets for talk with slides entitled Across Canada by Rail; St Thomas United Reformed Church hall, Langley Road, Watford; 7.30pm. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Watford and District National Trust Association
Meets of talk on Hampton Court; St Michael's Parish Centre, Crown Rise, Garston; Tuesday, July 2, 8pm. Tel: 01923 677372. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Bushey (Evening) Townswomen's Guild
Meets at St James' Church House, Bushey High Street. Tuesday, July 2. Tel: secretary Mrs Betty Cartwright 0181-950 3412. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Bridge Club Deaf Club
The Harebreaks, north Watford; Monday, July 1, 9.30am. Tel: 01923 720105. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Bricket Wood Art Club
Meets for a working evening where members can paint, draw or chat; St Luke's Church Hall, South Riding, Bricket Wood; Monday, July 1, 8pm. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Fun on The Green
Organised by Croxley Green Parish Council; informal games, bring a picnic; The Green, Croxley Green; Sunday, June 30, 2.30pm to 5.30pm. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Garden Open
In Croxley Green; part of the National Gardens Scheme. Waterdell House, Little Green Lane, Croxley Green; Saturday, June 29, 2pm to 6pm; admission 2.50 adults, 2 OAP, children free; no dogs allowed. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Africa Evening
Presented by Amnesty International; Victoria Hall, Sheepcote Road, Harrow; Saturday, June 29, 7.30pm. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Croxley Green (Evening) Townswomen's Guild
Meets at Croxley Green Library, Barton Way, Croxley Green; Friday, 28 June, 7.45pm. Visitors welcome. June 27, 2002 21:00
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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: 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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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 27, 2002 21:00
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Stowaways jumped out of lorry
ILLEGAL immigrants hiding in the back of a lorry escaped and ran into Watford this morning after the driver pulled over in Rickmansworth Road. Italian lorry driver Rossi Giovanni, 60, had driven from Siena, Italy, via Calais and Dover, to make a delivery
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James helps find Pooh's lost 'hunny'
A YOUNG pupil of a Watford primary school returned home accompanied by a life-size Pooh Bear last week, after completing the Aldenham Country Park's Hunny Trail. James Rowe, aged six, of Watford Field Infants School, in Neal Street, Watford, participated
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Pupils get well-versed in poetry
CREATIVE juices were flowing at Chater Infants School last week when performance poet Mr Beowulf Mayfield joined students for a special poetry day. The event, organised as part of national Big Arts Week, was was held on Tuesday, June 18. It was designed
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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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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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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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News Analysis: I want bullies to be taught a lesson
When parents lose faith in schools' ability to protect children from harm, the consequences can be devastating. EMILY CLARK reports Slumped on the sofa, Richard teases his sister and answers back at the television like most 13-year-old boys. But he is
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COMPETITION: Enjoy top seats at new West End show
The strange relationship between ourselves and the people next door is explored in the hotly-tipped new production of Michael Frayn's Benefactors. Charting the lives of two neighbouring couples over a 15-year period, the play seeks to examine four people's
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Don't expect your computer to work in Japan
YOU wouldn't ****ing belive it! I'm here in arguably the most technologically advanced country on the planet, and my sodding laptop packed up for the past week, hence the lack of views coming from Pieman. I hold Mrs P partly responsible. Not for my laptop
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Don't expect your computer to work in Japan
YOU wouldn't ****ing belive it! I'm here in arguably the most technologically advanced country on the planet, and my sodding laptop packed up for the past week, hence the lack of views coming from Pieman. I hold Mrs P partly responsible. Not for my laptop
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Sharp's greatest day
ST ALBANS' Premiership linesman Phil Sharp will officiate in the World Cup Final between Brazil and Germany on Sunday, June 30 The assistant referee, who was last in action in Germany's 1-0 quarter-final victory over the USA, was one of the four officials
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City of dreams
ST ALBANS CITY FC begin preparations for the second campaign under Steve Cook and Gary Roberts on Tuesday (July 2), when the 20 or so players that will form the nucleus of the City squad will stretch their legs before their first pre-season training session
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Radlett bring in southern style
RADLETT CRICKET CLUB have announced a major coup for their junior coaching courses taking place at the club's Cobden Hill ground during summer. Joining former Zimbabwean test batsmen and current Radlett linchpin Dave Houghton will be South African paceman
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Rebooted for next season
WITH the sun barely set on the longest day of the year, pre-season training for the new football season is just days away. Last season's Spartan South Midlands League Premier Division champions London Colney will still be around to defend their title,
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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 27, 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 27, 2002 21:00
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Gloves off as rivals tee-up
VERULAM GOLF CLUB returns to Scratch League action on Saturday, June 29, when they will be looking for their first victory of the season against fierce rivals Welwyn Garden City. After defeats to South Herts and Moor Park, a win on Saturday would go a
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DiPaola takes lead role at the archers
ST ALBANS' England international archer Adrian DiPaola is enjoying his most successful season to date, after the triumphant defence of his European Bowhunter title in Bedfordshire earlier this month added to the four national titles he has already secured
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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 27, 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 27, 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 27, 2002 21:00
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Health centre plan was ideal
How sad it is that the project to build a £1million medical centre at Borehamwood's Boulevard 25 shopping centre has fallen through. The centre would have made healthcare more accessible for Borehamwood's growing population, and provided a wealth of services
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Garden Party leaves Redbourn pointless
REDBOURN'S miserable season continued on Saturday, June 22, as they were comfortably beaten by Welwyn Garden City second XI by five wickets in Division Three. Put into bat, Geoff Bartlett's side slumped to 94 all out with nobody in the Redbourn batting
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Harp steam-roller over Clarendon
HARPENDEN second XI raced to an emphatic ten-wicket victory against Clarendon to move up into the top three in the Division Four table on Saturday, June 22. Stand-in skipper Simon Arnold had an easy afternoon by winning the toss, putting Clarendon in
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OA'S go out on the Lashings
OLD ALBANIAN Cricket Club celebrate the opening of their new Sports Ground at Woolams with a celebrity cricket match featuring some of the sport's biggest names. The Lord's Taverners XI will take on Lashings Cricket Club on Sunday, July 13 in a special
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Yelland sees title path open
ST ALBANS and London Colney Boxing Club member James Yelland might have a shot at the Southern Areas Bantam Weight title later this summer, after it has emerged current holder Nicky Booth might vacate. With three successful title defences, Booth, who
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Juniors make senior impact
WHILE the senior Mens team continue to struggle, the Herts Phoenix junior squad goes from the strength to strength, and on Sunday, June 23, recorded their best result of the season when they toppled Division One leaders Basildon at Wodson Park. Phoenix
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Phoenix failing numbers game
INJURY and fixture clashes again left the Hertfordshire Phoenix Mens team short of athletes for their Division One meeting at Southend on Saturday, June 22. Consequently, the team finished fifth for the fourth match in a row and, hovering one place above
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Brazier beaten
VERULAM CYCLING CLUB'S top time trialists took first place in the Century Road Club 25-mile team event on Saturday, June 22, although the bigger story was than Ian Brazier was beaten by a team-mate in a competitive event for the first time in two year
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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 27, 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 27, 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 27, 2002 21:00
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Where to watch the action
LOCAL clubs will soon begin their build-up to the new season, and a number of pre-season friendlies have already been announced. If you would like your club's matches added to this list, please email the address below. Saturday, July 13: BOREHAM WOOD
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Harvest End Women's Club
Meets at Meriden Community Centre, Garston; every Wednesday, 7.30pm. New members very welcome. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Where to watch the action
LOCAL clubs will soon begin their build-up to the new season, and a number of pre-season friendlies have already been announced. If you would like your club's matches added to this list, please email the address below. Saturday, July 13: BOREHAM WOOD
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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 27, 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 27, 2002 21:00
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St Alban is remembered in festivities
HUNDREDS of people lined the streets of St Albans over the weekend (Saturday, June 22, to Sunday, June 23) to pay homage to Britain's first Christian martyr. The city centre was buzzing with activity as visitors celebrated St Alban's Day with morris dancing
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School honour at stake
HUNDREDS of budding athletes from 12 schools, cheered on by a vocal support, descended upon Woodside Stadium in Garston, Watford, on Tuesday, June 25 for the annual St Albans and District Athletics Championships. Glorious sunshine set the tone for a day
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Roof fire wrecks house
A HOUSE in Harpenden was left partially destroyed by fire after a freak accident involving workmen carrying out repairs to the property on Tuesday afternoon, June 25. It is believed two roofers carrying out work at the home in High Ridge accidentally
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Special meeting will decide on nightclub
OPPOSITION to the proposed nightclub in Christopher Place in the city centre has forced St Albans District Council to convene a special meeting to hear SMC Leisure's application for an entertainment licence. The company has faced determined resistance
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Police link sex attacks
POLICE officers investigating a sexual assault in Harpenden believe there is a strong link to a similar attack in the same area two months ago. A teenage girl was sexually assaulted and made to perform indecent acts after being forced into a car and driven
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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 27, 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 27, 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 27, 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 27, 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 27, 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 27, 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 27, 2002 21:00
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New security for playing fields
NEW gates now in place at Woodside Playing Fields are a major step forward in improving security and cutting down the crime. Since late 1999 Watford Council's has worked with residents and partners including North Watford Police, sports clubs based at
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Call for police action over distrubances at club
A RISE in violence and criminal damage at West Watford Conservative Club has prompted calls for urgent police action. Concerned residents complained of disturbances at the headquarters at a Nascot and Park area committee meeting on Tuesday, June 25. They
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Multi-eventing Loughton men take impressive third
ATHLETES from Loughton AC were in action at the Southern Men's League fixture at New River Stadium, Haringey, and their all-round team performance brought a gutsy third place with 117 points. The sprinters and jumpers produced three 'double firsts'. Rob
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Cuts inevitable to save Watford Council from disaster
CUTS are inevitable to save Watford Council from disaster, the town's mayor has warned. Mayor Dorothy Thornhill told councillors "there will be cuts" as they debated a document setting out their vision for the town on Wednesday, June 19. The Best Value
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Residents will decide future of county's greenfield land
THE future of greenfield land in Hertfordshire is to be decided by residents, it has been announced. People will be given the chance to comment on Hertfordshire County Council's structure plan, which sets planning and development guidelines for the next
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New players wanted
INTERESTED in playing football this season? Then check out our list of clubs on the lookout for new players. LEVERSTOCK GREEN Football Club will start training for the new season on Tuesday, July 2nd meeting at 6.45 pm to start training at 7.00 pm. All
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Borehamwood
Hertsmere Acoustic Music Club presents Cool It In July, an 'open mic' night, whereby all musicians and singers are welcome to come and perform, on Saturday July 6 at 8pm at the Hertswood Centre, Potters Lane, Borehamwood. Adults and children welcome to
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Borehamwood
Families Day, held every year as part of the Elstree and Borehamwood Town Festival, will take place on Saturday, July 6, with cast and crew from EastEnders set to play a six-a-side football match in the afternoon. The day will take place from 12.30pm
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The Hollybush Folk Club
Presents a singers night; The Old School Room, The Hollybush PH, Church End, Redbourn; Thursday, July 4, 8.15pm; admission 4. Tel: 07710 471862. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Electronic Organ Concert
Presented by Paul Roberts; Henderson Hall, High Street, Abbots Langley; Wednesday, July 3, 8pm; visitors 4. Tel: 01923 238657. June 27, 2002 21:00
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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 27, 2002 21:00
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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 27, 2002 21:00
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Rickmansworth Berry Townswomen's Guild
Rickmansworth Berry Townswomen's Guild meets at the Methodist Church Hall, Berry Lane, Rickmansworth; Thursday, July 4, 8pm. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Local Parkinson's Disease Society
Meets for talk by Dr Robert Brenner a consultant neurologist; Friends Meeting House, 30 Church Road, Watford; Thursday, July 4, 7pm. Tel: 01923 674488. June 27, 2002 21:00
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St John Fellowship
Meets for a variety of speakers; St John Headquarters, Berry Lane, Rickmansworth; Wednesday, July 3, 2pm; new members warmly welcome. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Beechen Grove Women's Institute
Meets at Beechen Grove Baptist Church Hall; Wednesday, July 3, 2.15pm. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Friends of Watford Museum
Host a film show by Windjammer Films; archive films of Watford and other parts of Herts; Watford Museum, Lower High Street, Watford; Wednesday, July 3, 7.30pm; visitors welcome, admission 2. June 27, 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; July 3, 2.30pm; new members welcome. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Watford Floral Society
Meets at St Thomas' United Reformed Church Hall, Langley Road, Watford; Wednesday, July 3, 7.30pm. June 27, 2002 21:00
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WRVS Rickmansworth Toy Library
A toy lending service for children from birth to eight years old; Wednesday, July 3, 9.30am to 11.30am; Bury Lane, Rickmansworth. Tel: 01923 772096 for further details. June 27, 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, 3 July, 7.15pm. June 27, 2002 21:00
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National Association of Women's Club Harvest End Club
Meets at Meriden Community Centre, Garston; Wednesday, July 3, 7.30pm. New members very welcome. June 27, 2002 21:00
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The Croxley Needlecrafters
Meets for all ages and abilities; The Shed, The Sportsman PH, Scots Hill, Croxley Green; Tuesday, July 2, 8pm; admission 1.50. Tel: Stella 01923 442637 or Sue 01923 441397 for further details. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Watford Ladies Luncheon Club
Meets at Halsey Masonic Hall, Rickmansworth Road, Watford; Tuesday, July 2, noon. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Watford Dyslexia Support Group
For carers and parents; Leavesden Green Community Centre, Clarke Way, Leavesden; Tuesday, July 2, 8pm. Tel: 01923 497960 for further details. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Watford and Bushey Art Society
Meets for a demonstration by Toulla Hadjigeorgiou, working from photographs; Beechen Grove Baptist Church, Clarendon Road, Watford; Tuesday, July 2, 7.30pm; visitors welcome, admission 2. June 27, 2002 21:00
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U3A St Albans
Meets for talk on the history of Hitchin British Schools by Mel Knights; St Saviour's Church hall, Sandpit Lane, St Albans; Tuesday, July 2, 3pm. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Watford and District Business and Professional Women's Club
Meets at Cassio Lodge, The Avenue, Watford; 8pm; membership is open to any woman who is working or on a career break. Tel: Membership Secretary on 01923 236775 for more details. June 27, 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, July 2, 8pm to 10pm; everyone welcome. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Hazelmeade Club
National Association of Women's Club meets for a varied programme of speakers, demonstrations, slides etc; Yorke Meade School, Dulwich Way, Croxley Green; Tuesday, July 2, 8pm to 10pm. Everyone welcome. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Nascot Wood (Evening) Townswomen's Guild
Meets at Prince Michael of Kent Court, Stratford Road, Watford; Monday, July 1, 7.45pm. June 27, 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, July 1, 1.30pm. Tel: 01923 262802 for further details. June 27, 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, July 1, 8pm. June 27, 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, July 1, 7.40pm. Tel: Mrs Marks 01923 225486 for further details. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Watford and District HF Rambling Club
Meets for a figure of eight walk from the garden centre, Roundbush near Aldenham; Sunday, June 30, 10am. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Chipperfield Fair
St Paul's School, The Common, Chipperfield; to be opened by Heart 106.2 London DJ Pat Sharp; Saturday, June 29, 2pm. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Massive Second-hand Book Sale
At the Community Hall, Station Footpath, Gibbs Couch, Carpenders Park; Saturday, June 29, 10am to 2pm. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Summer Fair
St John Church, Sutton Road, Watford; Saturday, January 29, 11am to 3pm; admission free. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Denham Giant Car Boot Sale
At the Denham Roundabout, Main A40; Saturday, June 29, 11am to 4pm; cars 8. Tel: 07947 121336 for further details. June 27, 2002 21:00
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Spotlight
For budding singers, dancers and drama enthusiasts. Orbital Community Centre, Haines Way, Leavesden; Saturday, June 29, 10am to noon; admission 5 payable on the day. Tel: 01923 894444 for further details. June 27, 2002 21:00
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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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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 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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Painting Exhibition
Presented by Novgorod artist Yuri Eryshef; Palace Theatre, Green Room, Clarendon Road, Watford; runs until Saturday, July 6. June 27, 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 27, 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 27, 2002 21:00
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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 27, 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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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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The caring Countess
The Earl and Countess of Wessex visited the North London Hospice in North Finchley yesterday afternoon as part of the unit's tenth anniversary celebrations. The couple met with staff, volunteers and inpatients at the Woodside Avenue hospice and were shown
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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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Concern at Tory plan to reopen road
An independent accident prevention charity said this week it was seriously concerned' about Tory proposals to reopen Partingdale Lane. The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) has written a report on the narrow road. The report says:
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COMPETITION: Enjoy top seats at new West End show
The strange relationship between ourselves and the people next door is explored in the hotly-tipped new production of Michael Frayn's Benefactors. Charting the lives of two neighbouring couples over a 15-year period, the play seeks to examine four people's
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Girl guide
PARMITERS SCHOOL pupil Lucy Yates restated her class when she destroyed the field in the Eastern Region Triathlon at Rayleigh on Sunday, June 23, coming home a full minute-and-a-half ahead of her nearest rival. What makes her achievement all the more
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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 27, 2002 21:00
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Stars shine at Shenley
SOME of the most famous names in the history of the game turned out at Shenley Park Cricket Centre in Shenley on Sunday, June 23, as Lashings XI and the Shenley Lions put on a feast of cricket at Hertfordshire's premier cricket venue. The likes of West
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Cole fired up for derby thriller
LONDON COLNEY bounced back from a poor run of form to pick up 30 vital Division Five points against much-fancied Radlett third XI on Saturday, June 22, although Richard Haxell will be disappointed with a defeat that dents Radlett's promotion chances.
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Hiccup for health centre project
An ambitious project to build a multi-purpose medical centre to cater for Borehamwood's growing population has fallen through, it emerged this week. Instead of a £1million centre where doctors, dentists, opticians and Hertsmere's health bosses would work
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E-vote pilot scheme is dubbed 'a success'
AN e-voting pilot scheme in St Albans' local government elections on May 2 has been declared a success despite a fall in turnout. Voters in two wards were given the chance to e-vote as part of a national pilot to make voting more accessible to the public
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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 27, 2002 21:00
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Eagles don't dare as Centurions book play-off place
ST ALBANS CENTURIONS head into a crucial three-match period having not played for the past 21 days, after Cambridge Eagles withdrew just two hours before their match scheduled for Saturday, June 22. "It's very disappointing," said Centurions' founder
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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 27, 2002 21:00
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Assaulted pensioner criticises police over handling of attack
A 90-YEAR-OLD man who foiled a violent robbery at his home in Bushey has criticised the police for their ten day delaying in following up the incident, in which he was assaulted and sustained serious injuries. Mr John Howard was rushed to Watford General
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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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Bishop speaks out for asylum seekers
THE Bishop of St Albans spoke up for the children of asylum seekers during a heated debate in the House of Lords on Monday afternoon, June 24. The Right Reverend Christopher Herbert voiced his opinions on the spiritual welfare of the youngsters during
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Draw keeps up pressure
Horndon183-6 Harlow203-a/o (Essex League Div One) THE visitors maintained their fifth spot in the table after picking up ten more points from this draw at the Recreation Ground on Saturday. Harlow who have enjoyed two successive promotions in recent years
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Ladies lead the way in the 5k retreat
HARLOW based members of both Latton Runners and Newham Essex Beagles put in some top performances at the Retreat 5k trial race at Chigwell Row. A clean sweep for the ladies saw Jackie Socas (20min 30sec), Leah Brookes (20min 48sec) and Ravenna Brown (
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Victim out of pocket
A YOUTH who stole and destroyed a car last month escaped Watford Magistrates' Court with a fine, leaving his 60-year-old victim hundreds of pounds out of pocket. Mr Robert Page has cycled to work since his revamped Ford Orion was taken from outside his
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Essex fall at final hurdle
Essex181-8 Warwickshire182-5 (Benson and Hedges Cup final) ESSEX captain Ronnie Irani believes his side need to learn from their shock defeat against Warwickshire in the last ever Benson and Hedges Cup final at Lords on Saturday. After seeing the form
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Epping still can't find a win
Epping187-8 Stanford-le-Hope189-4 Epping lose by 6 wickets (Essex League Division Two) THE TEN men of Epping could not do a Brazil against division three promotion contenders Stanford and despite battling valiantly, Stanford's extra man and greater batting
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Golfers aim for a spot in the sun
THE EASTERN regional final of the Lombard Trophy tees off today at Gog Magog in Cambridge where several local golfers will be hoping to progress to the competition's grand final, which will be played at the Hotel Dona Filipa and San Lorenzo Golf Course
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Backlog of appointments to be eliminated
A MASSIVE backlog of doctor appointments is to be eliminated by cutting GP paperwork in the Watford area. Waiting times for routine consultations at six surgeries are currently being monitored by the Watford and Three Rivers Primary Care Trust (PCT) as
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Part of park to be nature reserve
PART of Cassiobury Park covering an area the size of 20 football pitches has been designated a Local Nature Reserve (LNR) by Watford Council in conjunction with English Nature. This will help protect one of Watford's most important wildlife sites and
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Crackdown on credit card fraud
A number of restaurants and petrol stations in Hertfordshire are being investigated by police in a bid to crackdown on the growing number of individuals and outlets involved in "skimming" or credit card cloning. On Tuesday, June 25, two petrol stations
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FA throw book at Boston
BOSTON manager Steve Evans appears to have born the brunt of the FAs investigation into financial irregularities at the Pilgrims York Street ground. After a month long investigation, Dagenham and Redbridge's title rivals were charged on a huge 16 counts
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Fun day for the elderly
THE ELDERLY residents and staff of Meresworth Residential Home, Rickmansworth, celebrated their annual charity fun-day on Friday. Mrs Ann Giddings, deputy home manager, said the money raised this year would fund the completion of the home's new sensory
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Pizza parlour set for the small screen
CUSTOMERS of Oscars Pizza Co in High street, Kings Langley, will soon see their local bar and restaurant on television, after it has made an appearance in the new BBC1 drama Paradise Heights. The show, which stars Men Behaving Badly actor Neil Morrissey
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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
