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Thameslink trains fiasco: Rail Minister urged to support Harpenden commuters
Rail Minister Jo Johnson has been urged to support one of two options for long-term improvements to the disrupted Thameslink train services to Harpenden.
Christmas Market revamp - bigger, better, later
Exciting changes to St Albans Christmas Market including new management, a more suitable venue and later opening hours will make it “bigger and better than ever.”
Full Council to consider Local Plan
Councillors will meet next month to decide whether to support a draft Local Plan (LP) that identifies land in the St Albans District for future development.
Recycling rate hits 60% annual target for first time
The household recycling rate has reached St Albans District’s annual target of over 60 per cent for the first time thanks to residents’ recycling efforts.
Positive response to River Ver plans
Plans to revitalise the River Ver as it flows through St Albans have received “a highly-positive” reaction from residents and community groups.
15,000 expected at free summer street party
Around 15,000 people are expected at a free summer street party in St Albans that will include live music and 70 food and drink stalls.
Council closes property linked to drug use and crime
A property in St Albans linked to drug abuse and serious antisocial behaviour has been shut down after action by St Albans City and District Council.
First major delivery of Council homes for 30 years
The first large-scale development of new Council homes in St Albans for 30 years has been completed.