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mynewsmag.co.uk | Amy Pollard
The Abbots Langley community feasted on the glorious hot weather on Saturday, June 14, for the village’s annual carnival and procession. Following a night of thunder and rain, organisers Watford Lions anxiously awaited the day’s weather forecast. Yet, in keeping with Abbots Langley’s carnival tradition, the skies cleared, temperatures rose, and residents were free to browse, eat, drink, and fully enjoy the day’s festivities.
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2 weeks ago | 
mynewsmag.co.uk | Amy Pollard
Celebrations are underway at Everett Rovers FC after a host of major wins and trophy lifting. The club has already been popping open the champagne and party poppers after the Adult Men’s First team were crowned Hertfordshire FA County Cup winners in March. But it seems that more champagne is in order as the wins keep on flooding in.
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2 weeks ago | 
mynewsmag.co.uk | Amy Pollard
Abbots Langley Orchestra will channel Felix Mendelssohn in their next concert, to be held on Friday, June 27, at the Old Steiner School, Kings Langley. The performance will include the 19th century German composer’s famous Violin Concerto, along with his Hebrides Overture, which he wrote after visiting Fingal’s Cave in Scotland. They will also play Dvořák’s 8th Symphony.
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2 weeks ago | 
mynewsmag.co.uk | Amy Pollard
A teacher has raised an astonishing £2,500 for Northwood-based charity Help Change Lives by running the London Marathon. Liz Walton, a teacher at St Jérôme Church of England Bilingual Primary School, chose to raise funds to support the charity’s work to reduce poverty and inequality by helping vulnerable people around the world.
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2 weeks ago | 
mynewsmag.co.uk | Amy Pollard
Police are appealing for dash cam, witnesses and information following a serious road traffic collision in Watford. At around 2pm yesterday (Thursday, June 12), a silver Jeep Cherokee and a black Piaggio Zip moped were involved in a collision on North Approach. The What3Words location reference for the collision is rush.thank.owner. The rider of the moped, a 17-year-old male, was taken to hospital with suspected serious injuries.
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2 weeks ago | 
mynewsmag.co.uk | Amy Pollard
Police are appealing for the public’s assistance in tracing a teenager from Hemel Hempstead. Bailey, aged 15, was last seen near to Lincoln Drive in South Oxhey at around 9.50am on Monday, June 9. He is described as being around 5ft 10 ins tall, and was last seen wearing a black North Face jacket, grey joggers and white trainers. Bailey also has links to Watford. Officers are becoming increasingly concerned for his welfare.
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2 weeks ago | 
mynewsmag.co.uk | Amy Pollard
Watford singer Tiger Jazz, the alter ego of Alexander Williams, impressed the nation with an appearance on Channel 4’s The Piano last month. Hosted by Claudia Winkleman and featuring judges Mika and Jon Batiste, the show invites gifted amateur musicians to play at train stations across the country. Speaking to WATFORDnews, Alexander said: “It was an absolute joy to be featured on the show.
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2 weeks ago | 
mynewsmag.co.uk | Amy Pollard
Residents have the chance to be the voice of the community and drive positive change, as applications open to become a Croxley Green parish councillor. Currently, the parish council has two unfilled vacancies for the role and is calling for residents to “rise to the occasion”. Parish councillors can help tackle local issues and be a driving force in making the village an exceptional place.
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2 weeks ago | 
mynewsmag.co.uk | Amy Pollard
The Bhaktivedanta Manor community has offered its “sincere prayers” to all those impacted by the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad, India. Temple President Her Grace Visakha Dasi said: “The toll of shock and anguish from this devastating disaster is beyond calculation. We offer our heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims, as well as to all those affected by this shattering incident.
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2 weeks ago | 
mynewsmag.co.uk | Amy Pollard
Little Hay Golf Complex in Hemel Hempstead has been awarded ‘Highly Recommended’ status for 2025 by Golfshake, one of the leading independent golf course review platforms in the UK and Europe. This year, local course Little Hay joins a select group recognised globally by Golfshake, standing alongside prestigious names such as The Belfry, Gleneagles and St Mellion. The ‘Highly Recommended’ status is determined from reviews submitted by golfers throughout 2024.
