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Hitchin MP launches Christmas card competition for local schoolchildren – with trip to Parliament up for grabs
Hitchin MP Alistair Strathern is inviting local schoolchildren to get creative this festive season by entering his 2026 Christmas card competition, with a spec
More than 21,000 Hertfordshire potholes repaired in first eight months of the year
Councillor says that 21,152 repairs was 18% more than the 17,965 in the same period last year.
Have your say on the development of North Herts new Local Plan
North Herts Council is preparing a new Local Plan to ensure the district grows sustainably and meets new government requirements.
Merger plans for two Hitchin primary schools spark concerns over future education provision
Two primary schools in Hitchin could be merged onto a single site under proposals being considered by Hertfordshire County Council.
Hitchin firm issue advice ahead of the Autumn Budget
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has committed to Labour’s manifesto pledge not to raise the main rates of Income Tax, National Insurance or VAT.
Letchworth county and district councillor resigns
Tina Bhartwas represented the Liberal Democrats after her defection from Labour last year.
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Milford Lodge Letters To Santa
Santa has a letterbox in Milford Lodge Reception for the children of Hitchin to post their letters to him.
Train disruption on several lines after incidents
Signalling cables were stolen at Hitchin on Wednesday and a separate incident occurred in London.
Hitchin Zizzi offers free three-course children’s meals this October half term
For families in England, the offer runs from Sunday 18 October until Sunday 1 November, and is available Sunday to Friday. Saturdays are excluded.
£1m road repair programme launched to tackle winter potholes across Hertfordshire
Highways teams will carry out targeted repairs over the coming months, prioritising locations where early work could make the biggest difference.
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Climb Hitchin appeals for volunteer instructors to help keep local climbing sessions running
Volunteers also earn a free climbing session after instructing at three sessions, and can join social get-togethers and climbing sessions with team members
Hitchin residents urged to have their say on new North Herts Local Plan as council reveals potential development sites
Hitchin residents are being encouraged to help shape the future of development across North Hertfordshire as the council launches the next stage of consultation
Hitchin MP launches Christmas card competition for local schoolchildren – with trip to Parliament up for grabs
Hitchin MP Alistair Strathern is inviting local schoolchildren to get creative this festive season by entering his 2026 Christmas card competition, with a spec
More than 21,000 Hertfordshire potholes repaired in first eight months of the year
Councillor says that 21,152 repairs was 18% more than the 17,965 in the same period last year.
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Call for local football memories to support Hertfordshire Mind ⚽
Residents across Hertfordshire and the surrounding areas are invited to share their quick, 30-to-50-word football memories
Hitchin 0-1 Peterborough Sports
Only 7 goals have been scored in 11 league games and this has meant good performances are not producing points.
Lister Hospital consultant cycles hundreds of miles to raise £4,000 for children’s hospital appeal
A Lister Hospital consultant has raised almost £4,000 after taking on a series of gruelling cycling challenges to help transform healthcare for children
Catch up With Ciaren: October 2026
Roy Izzard sat down with club captain Ciaren Jones earlier this week to get his latest viewpoint on things at Hitchin Town FC. Looking back at my first interview with Ciaren Jones before the league season commenced he predicted there would be more physicality than in the previous season and he expected difficult battles with... The post Catch Up With Ciaren: October 2026 appeared first on Hitchin Town FC.
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Weather forecast for this week in Hitchin – 12 Oct to 18 Oct
The week features mainly partly cloudy skies, with Thursday showing potential rain. Temperatures range from 6-20°C, with winds peaking at 32mph and variable humidity.
Hitchin firm “highly commended” again
Lyndhurst believe good advice should do more than explain financial products or investment markets.
Woman suffered serious facial injuries in assault at Hitchin music event
Detective Constable Chris Jones, from CID, urged anyone who witnessed the incident or has information to come forward.
Revealed: Sites around Hitchin put forward for potential future development
The map shows a number of areas around Hitchin, including substantial sites on the edges of the town, as well as several smaller plots.
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Noise complaint against wedding venue near Luton dismissed
The authority’s licensing sub-committee concluded that there was no evidence to support allegations that The Barn in Tea Green had breached licensing objectives
Local Campaign Brings Mental Health Conversations to Hitchin Pubs — Seeking Business Partners**
If you are a local business owner who would like to sponsor a batch—or a venue owner willing to place a stack on your bar—please get in touch with Katie
Appeal after much-loved Land Rover stolen from Hitchin pub
The olive green Land Rover, which has been a familiar sight outside The Victoria pub in Hitchin, was stolen during the night of September 29
Wedding venue near Luton could have licence removed over noise concerns
The Barn, in Tea Green, has a licence from North Herts Council to stay open until 1.30am at weekends, and to provide alcohol and late-night refreshments
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