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5 days ago | mynewsmag.co.uk | Ellie Rose

When Ali Jobe walked into the gates of Parkfield Youth with his five-year-old son over 20 years ago, he didn’t know the part he would go on to play in the club’s legacy. From being a keen parent, to a coach with FA badges, to now chairman and secretary, Ali knows first-hand the impact the Hatch End-based club has had on families in the area. On Sunday, July 20, he will be joined by current and ex-players, officials, and parents to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the club.

5 days ago | mynewsmag.co.uk | Ellie Rose

The Croxley community brought history to life with a VE Day 80th anniversary picnic to acknowledge “community spirit, remembrance, and living history.”On Saturday, May 10, the Croxley Green Parish Council invited residents along to the celebration on The Green. Catching the eye of passers-by was local resident Barry Read and his restored Bren Gun Carrier, a British Army Carrier once used for infantry support.

6 days ago | mynewsmag.co.uk | Amy Pollard

Mother and daughter duo, Sue and Dani, are pushing themselves out of their comfort zone and tackling a number of new challenges this year, in memory of their dad and grandad, Jeff. Jeff, who was a Tring resident, asked the pair to fundraise for Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care while the charity’s nurses were caring for him at the end of his life. Their first challenge will be to walk to entire Ridgeway in just three days, finishing on June 7, which was Jeff’s birthday.

6 days ago | mynewsmag.co.uk | Amy Pollard

A woman who suffered a heart attack and seizures after being given 10 times the recommended amount of adrenaline at Watford General Hospital has spoken out about her ordeal. In March 2021, Rachael Emes, 47, was being treated for an adverse reaction to medication when the overdose was administered, leaving her in intensive care and fighting for her life. Rachel continues to experience ongoing chest pains as a result of fluid around her heart, as well as trauma.

6 days ago | mynewsmag.co.uk | Ellie Rose

Hundreds of residents from Kings Langley and beyond kicked off this year’s festival season at an event that championed local performers and businesses. ChippStock Festival took place at Blackwells on Chipperfield Common on Sunday, May 25. The event was sponsored by Gaffer Hemel and gave talented local artists the chance to shine in the spotlight. Now in its third year, the festival was created by music promoter Luke Hinton and his wife Rachael.