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Police launch Operation Feline to tackle rise in catalytic converter thefts

13 October 2020
Police launch Operation Feline to tackle rise in catalytic converter thefts

Police launch Operation Feline to tackle rise in catalytic converter thefts

13 October 2020

The past year has brought a big increase in thefts because the car parts contain precious metals which fetch a high price.


'St Clare enabled my wife to die with me at her side rather than alone in hospital'

12 October 2020
'St Clare enabled my wife to die with me at her side rather than alone in hospital'

'St Clare enabled my wife to die with me at her side rather than alone in hospital'

12 October 2020

When Tony Morris learned wife Collette, 42, had untreatable cancer, lockdown was about to begin and he feared she would spend her final days alone.


Blood test patients urged to go online to book their appointments

12 October 2020
Blood test patients urged to go online to book their appointments

Blood test patients urged to go online to book their appointments

12 October 2020

Princess Alexandra Hospital trust launches virtual appointment system to maximise number of tests whilst maintaining social distancing.


Annie appeals for help to find lost bracelet she'd worn every day for 32 years

12 October 2020
Annie appeals for help to find lost bracelet she'd worn every day for 32 years

Annie appeals for help to find lost bracelet she'd worn every day for 32 years

12 October 2020

Wedding anniversary gift from husband became a lucky charm after OAP defied doctors who said she would never walk again following accident.


Nature snaps bring the Hertfordshire Community Foundation into frame

10 October 2020
Nature snaps bring the Hertfordshire Community Foundation into frame

Nature snaps bring the Hertfordshire Community Foundation into frame

10 October 2020

An online photography exhibition is helping Hertfordshire's grassroot charities develop.


Sainsbury's shopper who lost £300 to distraction thief issues warning

09 October 2020
Sainsbury's shopper who lost £300 to distraction thief issues warning

Sainsbury's shopper who lost £300 to distraction thief issues warning

09 October 2020

Elaine Blackaby’s purse was stolen at the Thorley Park store when a man approached and asked for directions to the town centre.


It’s on with the show! Funfair to go ahead in Stortford for third weekend

06 October 2020
It’s on with the show! Funfair to go ahead in Stortford for third weekend

It’s on with the show! Funfair to go ahead in Stortford for third weekend

06 October 2020

The event at Sworder's Field has been extended for an additional weekend.


Fake nudes! Marathon Bob's back as Biblical Adam to go the distance for Mencap

06 October 2020
Fake nudes! Marathon Bob's back as Biblical Adam to go the distance for Mencap

Fake nudes! Marathon Bob's back as Biblical Adam to go the distance for Mencap

06 October 2020

Wearing his trademark fig-leaf leotard, Bob, 71, ran 18 laps in Furneux Pelham – a route that took him past his home 19 times!


Historic house 'shakes' amid building work on 750-home St James' Park estate

02 October 2020
Historic house 'shakes' amid building work on 750-home St James' Park estate

Historic house 'shakes' amid building work on 750-home St James' Park estate

02 October 2020

Thorley Street residents and councillors fear houses are at risk of damage from lorries accessing building site.


Duo to appear in court after car stolen in Sawbo traced to St Michael's Mead

02 October 2020
Duo to appear in court after car stolen in Sawbo traced to St Michael's Mead

Duo to appear in court after car stolen in Sawbo traced to St Michael's Mead

02 October 2020

The pair, both 22 and from Lithuania, were arrested following the theft of a Range Rover Sport.


Burglary reports up as nights draw in

01 October 2020
Burglary reports up as nights draw in

Burglary reports up as nights draw in

01 October 2020

Two homes in Sawbridgeworth were targeted by burglars on the same day. Police believe the incidents are linked.


Distraction thief targets shopper in Thorley Neighbourhood Centre

30 September 2020
Distraction thief targets shopper in Thorley Neighbourhood Centre

Distraction thief targets shopper in Thorley Neighbourhood Centre

30 September 2020

The victim was approached by a tall, slim white man with a foreign accent just as she finished loading her shopping and handbag into her car boot.


Village social club loses much-loved member at the age of 92

29 September 2020
Village social club loses much-loved member at the age of 92

Village social club loses much-loved member at the age of 92

29 September 2020

Stortford-born Florence 'Florrie' Crouchman took an active role in the Rodings Friendship Club right up until her death.


St Clare prepares to open its doors online for Hospice Care Week

29 September 2020
St Clare prepares to open its doors online for Hospice Care Week

St Clare prepares to open its doors online for Hospice Care Week

29 September 2020

The charity is to host two webinars demonstrating how it has adapted its services to the coronavirus pandemic.


Tax scammers con 18 Hertfordshire victims out of £22,000 in a week

28 September 2020
Tax scammers con 18 Hertfordshire victims out of £22,000 in a week

Tax scammers con 18 Hertfordshire victims out of £22,000 in a week

28 September 2020

In one case, a fraudster purporting to be from Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs tricked the victim out of £15,000.


Brace yourself – magician Tom's got a host of new tricks up his sleeve

25 September 2020
Brace yourself – magician Tom's got a host of new tricks up his sleeve

Brace yourself – magician Tom's got a host of new tricks up his sleeve

25 September 2020

How can a magician put on a live show when the dreaded coronavirus keeps getting in the way? Tom Brace has come up with the answer.


Boy 'in street drug deal' in Stortford threatens passer-by with club

24 September 2020
Boy 'in street drug deal' in Stortford threatens passer-by with club

Boy 'in street drug deal' in Stortford threatens passer-by with club

24 September 2020

Man walking along Cricketfield Lane confronted by hooded youth aged 15-16 dressed all in black and with a scarf covering his face.


Woman taken to hospital after being attacked by man in the street

23 September 2020
Woman taken to hospital after being attacked by man in the street

Woman taken to hospital after being attacked by man in the street

23 September 2020

The victim suffered a broken wrist when a man in a group hurling insults at her friends pushed her to the ground.


Fearless 5-year-old who's virtually blind raises £1k for food bank with climb

22 September 2020
Fearless 5-year-old who's virtually blind raises £1k for food bank with climb

Fearless 5-year-old who's virtually blind raises £1k for food bank with climb

22 September 2020

Stortford boy Ben Hardy has severe impairment in both eyes as a result of rare genetic condition that affects just 50 people in the world.


Police appeal following man's lewd act on train leaving Bishop's Stortford

21 September 2020
Police appeal following man's lewd act on train leaving Bishop's Stortford

Police appeal following man's lewd act on train leaving Bishop's Stortford

21 September 2020

Officers investigating report of outraging public decency on train to London release photo of man they want to speak to.


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