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County council to ‘pre-consult’ on plans to replace two Hitchin primaries with a new school
local councillor Ian Albert said that both schools have had “great traditions and been a huge part of the community in this part of Hitchin
Hitchin parents urged to apply as school admissions open for September 2027
Hertfordshire County Council opened applications on Monday, November 2. The closing date is Friday, January 15, 2027.
Award-winning farmer organises sixth Christmas tractor tour with ambitious £100,000 fundraising target
A congregation of tractors are preparing to parade the streets of Baldock, Letchworth and Hitchin the weekend before Christmas.
Hitchin firm – what does Budget mean for your financial plans?
The Chancellor’s Autumn Budget has generated plenty of headlines, with announcements affecting taxation, pensions, businesses, public spending and the wider eco
Councillors’ scrutiny finds ‘no objection’ to decision to pursue Council of Sanctuary status
The council’s Liberal Democrat cabinet agreed that Hertfordshire County Council should join the City of Sanctuary Local Authority Network last month.
Hitchin-born former doctor returns to town with new art exhibition exploring nature’s healing powers
Hidden Healing is on display in The Arches exhibition space, upstairs in the Terrace Gallery at North Hertfordshire Museum on Brand Street, Hitchin.
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Weekend weather forecast for Hitchin – 6 Nov to 8 Nov
The weekend forecast predicts mostly cloudy skies with cool temperatures. Friday sees a slight chance of rain, while Saturday and Sunday are drier but remain overcast.
No trains between Hitchin and London during November weekend as major rail engineering works take place
Rail passengers travelling from Hitchin are being warned of significant disruption later this month, with no trains running on weekend 28-29 November
Weather forecast for this week in Hitchin – 2 Nov to 8 Nov
The week features mainly partly cloudy days with temperatures ranging from 9-12°C, moderate humidity, and variable wind speeds. Minimal rain is expected, with a higher chance midweek.
Stratford 3-1 Hitchin
Hitchin did not reach the same heights as for the Bury game but did not play badly against a team who stretched their unbeaten run to 7 games
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Our Lady Catholic Primary School celebrates Ofsted success
Inspectors praised the school
Day in the life of an Environmental Protection and Housing Officer
From exploring noise complaints and smoke nuisance to supporting tenants living in poor housing conditions, North Herts Council’s Environmental Protection and Housing team plays an important role in protecting the health, wellbeing, and quality of life of residents.
Hitchin Boys’ School to get 36 new specialist SEND places as part of £10m Hertfordshire investment
Hertfordshire County Council’s Cabinet approved proposals to invest more than £10 million in new specialist education facilities
County council to ‘pre-consult’ on plans to replace two Hitchin primaries with a new school
local councillor Ian Albert said that both schools have had “great traditions and been a huge part of the community in this part of Hitchin
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Weekly Bulletin: 6 November
Fixtures vs Leighton Town (A) – Saturday 7 November (3pm KO) On Saturday 7th November we travel to Leighton Town for a very important league game kick off 3.00pm. Leighton are 21st in the league table having won one game, drawn three and lost ten with a goal difference of 15-32. Since the game at... The post WEEKLY BULLETIN: 6 NOVEMBER appeared first on Hitchin Town FC.
The Day Football Stopped a War
The first time I ever came across it was watching the video for Paul McCartney’s Pipes of Peace
Hitchin-born former doctor returns to town with new art exhibition exploring nature’s healing powers
Hidden Healing is on display in The Arches exhibition space, upstairs in the Terrace Gallery at North Hertfordshire Museum on Brand Street, Hitchin.
Using Vintage Football Audio for At-Home Dementia Reminiscence
Setting up an at-home listening session is wonderfully simple and does not require a rigid schedule or long hours.
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High Sheriff of Hertfordshire visits Lister Hospital to see improvements and hear plans for new children’s unit
The High Sheriff was shown the hospital’s newly opened main entrance, which was made possible thanks to funding from commercial partners.
Award-winning farmer organises sixth Christmas tractor tour with ambitious £100,000 fundraising target
A congregation of tractors are preparing to parade the streets of Baldock, Letchworth and Hitchin the weekend before Christmas.
Shuttleworth celebrates record-breaking air show season as visitor numbers soar past 40,000
Historic aircraft attraction Shuttleworth has celebrated a record-breaking air show season, with visitor numbers soaring by more than 20 per cent in 2026.
Hitchin residents urged to protect valuable gold jewellery as police issue burglary warning
Police have issued the advice as families across the county celebrate religious festivals and other special occasions, when valuable jewellery may be worn more
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See allHitchin firm – what does Budget mean for your financial plans?
The Chancellor’s Autumn Budget has generated plenty of headlines, with announcements affecting taxation, pensions, businesses, public spending and the wider eco
Hitchin bar owner warns venue could be forced to close after noise complaint
Bridgetown Monroe in Bucklersbury has been allowed to open until 2am since 2023, but environmental health have called for its licence to be reviewed
Water End’s Historic Red Lion Raises a Glass to a New Chapter With £500,000 Makeover
Historic Hertfordshire inn reopens in November with new spaces for a pint and a catch-up, a cosier pub restaurant and a refreshed menu
New facial recognition vans to help Hertfordshire Police catch wanted criminals
Hertfordshire Constabulary has introduced two new Live Facial Recognition (LFR) vans as part of efforts to catch wanted criminals and improve public safety
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Events High Sheriff of Hertfordshire visits Lister Hospital to see improvements and hear plans for new children’s unit
Hitchin, Hertfordshire
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Nov 2026
Events Award-winning farmer organises sixth Christmas tractor tour with ambitious £100,000 fundraising target
Hitchin, Hertfordshire
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Nov 2026
Events Shuttleworth celebrates record-breaking air show season as visitor numbers soar past 40,000
Hitchin, Hertfordshire
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Events Hitchin residents urged to protect valuable gold jewellery as police issue burglary warning
Hitchin, Hertfordshire