Herts Advertiser

The Herts Advertiser is the primary weekly publication serving the St Albans District, a role it has fulfilled for 160 years. Located in St Albans, the newspaper is situated just 20 miles away from Central London.

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Review: 'Vibrant' adaptation of Great Expectations at Abbey Theatre

4 days ago | hertsad.co.uk | Madeleine Burton

But I was wrong, for this adaptation of the great Dickens novel is easy to follow, heartwarming as well as sorrowful and manages to convey all the themes of the original. Adapted for the stage by Jo Clifford it condenses some 400 pages into a production of less than two hours and in the words of director Martin Goodman, "transforms it into a piece of vibrant theatre".
Rain says hello but Harpenden still able to snatch derby win against Radlett

1 week ago | hertsad.co.uk | Neil Metcalfe

Kabir Toor almost guided Radlett to victory at Harpenden. Picture: KARYN HADDON (Image: Karyn Haddon) The first major rains of the 2025 cricket season brought a dramatic finish in the first derby of the year between Harpenden and Radlett in the Herts Premier Cricket League. Both sides had entered the week five Premiership game with perfect records but after delays and revised targets, Harpenden sneaked to a three-run win at their Common home.
In the dock: Latest court results for St Albans and surrounding area

1 week ago | hertsad.co.uk | Georgia Barrow

The latest court results from Hertfordshire magistrates (Image: Newsquest) The latest court results for St Albans and the surrounding area, taken from Hatfield and St Albans Magistrates' Courts. Robert Grove, 44, of Long Cutt, Redbourn. On March 13, committed sexual assault in St Albans by intentionally touching a woman aged 16 or over, when she did not consent. Community order imposed and defendant must register with police for five years.
Former Colney Heath star George Sippetts joins St Albans City

1 week ago | hertsad.co.uk | Neil Metcalfe

Gary Sippetts made seven appearances for Saints in two spells, one in the 1996-1997 season and six in the 2002-2003 campaign. All were off the bench but he did manage three goals the second time around. That was all in the Isthmian League and it is the same division that son George will attempt to fire Saints out of. He joins after spending the majority of last season in step four at Hayes and Yeading United.
Former St Albans teacher who ‘had sex with pupil’ after drunken night out banned

1 week ago | hertsad.co.uk | Rosie Shead

Nicholas Breakspear School. (Image: Google Street View) A former teacher at two St Albans schools has been banned from the profession after having sex with a pupil “in a field or park” after a “drunken night out”. Jake Green worked at Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School between September 2016 and August 2019 before moving to St Columba’s College in September 2019.
St Albans students embark on 'beyond the classroom' adventure with trip to the US

2 weeks ago | hertsad.co.uk | Sophie England

The pupils of St Albans School travelled to Florida (Image: Sublime PR) A group of students embarked on a "beyond the classroom" adventure with a trip to the US. The pupils of St Albans School travelled to Florida as part of a unique initiative, where they immersed themselves in the practical application of science outside the typical classroom setting.
On This Day: Boy from St Albans became face of £4.5m Cadbury advert

2 weeks ago | hertsad.co.uk | Sophie England

Ilirian Bushi, a pupil at Wheatfields Junior School, became the face and voice of Cadbury’s £4.5 million campaign promoting a new product. The campaign included posters across the UK, with some spotted in Ilirian’s hometown, as well as TV idents shown ahead of ITV’s Saturday night prime-time show Let Me Entertain You, hosted by Michael Underwood. Ilirian’s mother, Ros, shared how her son spent three days on set: two filming the television segments and one for the photo shoot.
Former Fleetville pupil making waves on international fencing stage

2 weeks ago | hertsad.co.uk | Neil Metcalfe

Alex Culkin first picked up a foil at the school's lunchtime fencing club in Year 3 but from those small beginnings came an affinity and love for the sport, one which has led him to being part of the senior British squad. His first senior cap came in the World Cup, held in Vancouver, Canada, where he placed 148 out of the 191 competitors, winning two of his six bouts in the seeding round.
Ex-Stevenage star Michael Bostwick signs for St Albans City

2 weeks ago | hertsad.co.uk | Neil Metcalfe

Michael Bostwick made 257 appearances for Boro across two spells, most notably from 2008 to 2012 where they went from the Conference to League One in consecutive seasons, and defeated Newcastle United in the FA Cup. He has also played for Lincoln City, Peterborough United and Millwall while most recently was with Boston United. And it was there that the now 37-year-came into contact with the management team of Ian Culverhouse, Paul Bastock and Joe Simpson.
Police appeal over Hemel Hempstead child who has been missing for 4 days

2 weeks ago | hertsad.co.uk | Louise McEvoy

Skye, aged 13, was last seen at around 9.20pm on Sunday, June 1, wearing a black jumper, dark blue jeans, and blue and white trainers. The teenager is around 5ft 3ins tall, of slim build, with long brown hair. She has links to Hatfield and St Albans. A spokesperson for Herts police said: "Officers have been making enquiries and carrying out searches at various addresses to trace her since she was reported missing and are now releasing a public appeal, due to increasing concerns for her welfare.