Author Bryn Holmes
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PRISONER INQUEST: Man died of cocaine overdose 11 days after leaving Bovingdon prison
April 25th 2024, 0 Comments Published by Bryn HolmesAn inquiry into the death of a man who had recently been released from The Mount Prison in Bovingdon found that authorities lost contact with him while he was on licence. Julian Van Rooyen, 44, who.. Read more..
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IN BLOOM: Northwood flower arrangement society hosts demonstration session
The Ruislip-Northwood Flower Arrangement Society (RNFAS) will host a new demonstration day next month and is encouraging visitors to attend. Floral..
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ELECTIONS 2024: Chorleywood residents to take to the polls at upcoming council elections
On Thursday, May 2, Chorleywood residents will once again go to the polls to vote in the 2024 local elections. Two district council seats in the..
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FRAUDSTER FREED: Infamous conman from Kings Langley walks free after serving half his sentence
Infamous lottery fraudster Edward Putman has been released from prison, despite only serving half his sentence. Putman, 58, formerly of Station Road,..
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WALK ON BY: Annual Berkhamsted Walk returns to raise vital funds for children’s charity
Residents are encouraged to sign up for the annual Berkhamsted Walk fundraising event, which will return this May. The walk has been a regular event..
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OVERFLOWING: Burst pipes and water leaks cause havoc on Chorleywood roads
Residents have shared their frustration with a spate of water leaks in Chorleywood over recent weeks. Amidst the recent wet weather, there have been..
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BLOOMING GREAT: Winners announced at Northwood and Ruislip-based society’s annual Spring Show
There were beautiful floral displays galore when the Eastcote Horticultural Society held their annual Spring Show last month. The group, made up of..
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BACK TRACK: Dacorum council stops issuing new fines for urinating on A41 lay-bys
Despite recently doubling down on the belief that urination counts as littering, Dacorum Borough Council (DBC) has now seemingly backtracked on its..
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80 YEARS: Berkhamsted event aims to reunite wartime babies born at stately home
A stately home on the outskirts of Berkhamsted is looking to organise a special reunion for babies who were born there during the Second World War...
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AWESOME ART: Group shows off work of talented artists at annual Ruislip exhibition
A local art group will display some of the many works created by its talented members at its annual exhibition in Ruislip. Octavia Art Group, founded..
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RISING STAR: Chorleywood singer’s debut EP offers ‘honest account’ of teenage years
An up-and-coming young singer from Chorleywood has been described as “an adored new star” after releasing his debut EP. Fred Roberts, 21, released..
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PARTY-GOERS: Exciting line-up announced for annual Kings Langley carnival
The line-up for this year’s Kings Langley Carnival has been revealed. Taking place on the Common from 12pm to 5pm on Saturday, June 22, the event..
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GREEN STREET: Planning applications submitted for hundreds of new Chorleywood homes
New plans have been put forward that could see either 675 or 300 new homes built on land east of Green Street in Chorleywood. Put forward by Chiltern..
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MUSIC MAGIC: Talented students sing out at Northwood charity fundraising concert
A concert was held last month to raise funds for a Northwood charity dedicated to helping people keep their independence as they get older. Held at..
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PARTY TIME: Chorleywood residents invited to enjoy exciting musical events this summer
Two exciting events are set to take place in Chorleywood this summer. The first of these events is a Spring Festival organised and hosted by the..
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LEGENDARY: The many mythical tales of Hertfordshire county
The earliest evidence of humans in Hertfordshire is from 350,000 years ago. With a history as long as that, myths and legends are bound to spring up...
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DOGGY DONATIONS: Chorleywood founder of canine rescue charity appeals for support
A Chorleywood woman is appealing for donations to support a new dog rescue charity she has helped to set up in Spain. Emma Browne lives in the village..
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RUBBISH ROAD: Northwood residents ‘disappointed and annoyed’ by fly tipping incidents
Residents have expressed their disgust on social media after several recent incidents of fly tipping around Northwood. On Friday, March 29, Kevin..
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ANOTHER ROUND: Chorleywood pub looking for new tenants after listing posted online
A Chorleywood pub is looking for new tenants, according to a recently posted online listing. New operators are needed for the 18th century Old..
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ECO TIFFIN: Hemel Hempstead contractor takes over top TV show’s socials
A Hemel Hempstead-based contractor is one of several businesses taking over the Instagram page of a much-loved Channel 4 TV show to provide expert..
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RED-HANDED: Northwood supermarket shoplifters arrested and convicted
Northwood’s policing team and members of the community have come together to tackle a spate of shoplifting at a local supermarket. In recent times,..
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CALL FAILURE: Northwood residents left without landline service for more than two weeks
A Northwood resident has hit out at a telecommunications company after their road was left without landline services for more than two weeks. The..
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MUSIC MONSTER: Northwood teacher banned for life for sexual behaviour during private lessons
A former teacher at a Northwood private school has been barred from the profession for life for sexually motivated behaviour towards pupils. At a..
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CASH SNATCHED: ATM removed from Kings Langley store with angle grinder
Police are appealing for witnesses and information after a cash machine was removed from a Kings Langley shop with an angle grinder. The incident..
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PIN PALS: Ruislip bowls club to host open day ahead of new season
Ruislip Bowls Club are appealing for new members to join them as they prepare for the start of the 2024 season. Having been established more than 100..
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CHOIR CHARITY: Berkhamsted glee club supports restoration of historic church’s windows
A singing group on a mission to have fun while raising money for good causes is supporting the restoration of Berkhamsted Baptist Church. Gobstoppers..
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100 YEARS: Amersham rugby club needs support ahead of centenary celebrations
An Amersham rugby club is celebrating its 100th season this year. Amersham & Chiltern Rugby played their very first match on Boxing Day 1924,..
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BAD COP: Apsley ex-police officer barred from force for life
Following a misconduct hearing, an Apsley man has been barred from serving in any police force. Ex-PC William Owen, 30, of Longman Court, Stationers..
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COMPOST LOVE: Scheme gives green boost to Chorleywood community garden
A project aiming to provide fresh compost to local gardens has made a donation to the village’s community garden. Chorleywood Parish Council opened..
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COST OF LIVING: Berkhamsted business owners speak of growing issues amid rising costs
The Lib Dem candidate for the Harpenden and Berkhamsted constituency, Victoria Collins, was recently joined by her party’s treasury spokesperson,..