News in Hitchin

A Hertfordshire Constabulary officer has been accused of using his position to attempt to form relationships with members of the public, according to a police misconduct report.

Police Sergeant Ricki Vaughan was also accused of "regularly" speaking about women in a "disrespectful" way, and will face a misconduct hearing on September 13.

The landlords of a popular Hitchin pub have been left saddened after their child's safe garden was damaged.

Freddy Best and wife Emily who run the renowned Half Moon pub on Queen Street were left frustrated following the anti-social incident which happened at the weekend.

Don't forget Hitchin FoodFest is back in the Market Place and High Street this weekend!

As well as showcasing our local eateries, the event will be offering the best in street food and local produce.

Police are appealing for witnesses and information following an assault in Stevenage.

The incident occurred outside the Drapers Arms in the Old Town, at around 3am on Saturday, August 21.

Volunteers across Hertfordshire have been sorting and preparing items donated by residents to support Afghan families arriving in the county.

Afghanistan arrivees have been housed by many district councils around Hertfordshire, but as yet, none have been taken in by North Herts District Council, which includes Hitchin, owing to 'lack of space'.

Councillors have deferred a decision on plans to build nine homes on the land of a Codicote pub, after concerns were raised about the impact on the village's Conservation Area.

The proposals would have seen the demolition of The Bell Inn's outbuildings, which would be replaced with residential housing.

North Herts Council has received £100,000 to help community organisations affected by the Covid pandemic, including groups in Hitchin.

If you are a local community group or voluntary organisation, supporting local people through the pandemic, then you can now apply for a share of £100,000 funding to help ensure you can continue your vital work.

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Save the date as the eagerly-awaited Hitchin Beer and Cider Festival returns this autumn!

The event will be hosted at its home of the last few years, Hitchin Rugby Club, based at King George V Playing Fields off Old Hale Way.