The August issue of our Community News has been issued with articles on our Green Flag awards, our giveaway of 12,000 trees, a food award for Inn on the Park and much more. View it here: lnks.gd/3/3ZBLLL5 Sign up to have future editions emailed to you here: public.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKS...

A refuse collection crew prevented a fire caused by a battery placed in a waste bin from getting out of control. It is believed the cause was a battery within electrical equipment which had been disposed of incorrectly in a household waste bin. More: www.stalbans.gov.uk/news/battery...

Nomansland Common has been awarded a Green Flag for the first time – national recognition of its outstanding condition. It is one of five Green Flag awards won by the Council for its work in maintaining parks and open spaces. More information: www.stalbans.gov.uk/news/nomansl...

A closure order has been obtained against a St Albans property linked to drug dealing and anti-social behaviour. Anyone entering the flat during the next three months without permission will face prosecution for a criminal offence. More info: www.stalbans.gov.uk/news/action-...

he July issue of our Community News has been issued with articles on the Os' Dough Charter Market stall, the Water Aware campaign and much more. You can view it here: lnks.gd/3/3XZDTnH And you can sign up to have future editions emailed to you here: public.govdelivery.com/.../UKSTALBD...

We’re pleased to confirm that the Splash Park at Verulamium Park has reopened today - Monday 6 July - operating daily from 10am to 6pm. It will be open every day, weather permitting, until Wednesday 2 September.

Our annual canvass is underway. Residents will soon receive a letter or email asking if their household's details on the electoral register are correct. All you need to do is follow the instructions, and you'll be ready to have your say in important local elections next May.

Apply for up to five free trees and/or a hedgerow pack through the Your Tree Our Future scheme. 🌱 It’s a simple way to support wildlife, improve your wellbeing, and help tackle climate change right from your doorstep. Apply today! 👉 www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/yourtree

Grants of up to £2,000 are available for projects that will make St Albans District more inclusive, accessible and connected. We have launched the first round of our Community Project Fund for 2026/27 and have around £45,000 to distribute. More info: www.stalbans.gov.uk/news/grants-...

Everyone is welcome at a drop-in event about plans to create a new community hub in New Greens, St Albans. The event is at Townsend School, High Oaks, St Albans, on Tues 30 June, from 5-7pm.The new facility will be at Toulmin Drive: www.stalbans.gov.uk/news/residen...

The June edition of our Community News has been issued with articles about the Council's Leadership team, the new Mayor, Alban Day and much more. You can view it here: lnks.gd/3/3WRHt3z Sign up to have future editions emailed to you: public.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKS...

The Council is to go ahead with the purchase of an Automatic Number Plate Recognition vehicle after a 15-month trial of the vehicle greatly boosted productivity. More information: www.stalbans.gov.uk/news/permane...

A serial fly-tipper has been ordered by a court to pay £4.330 in fines and costs after dumping waste in a residential road in St Albans District. More info: www.stalbans.gov.uk/news/fly-tip...

Work is to begin this month on a further Local Plan (LP) for the long-term sustainable growth of St Albans District. This new LP, which will conform to changes in national planning policies, is due to be completed in 2029. More information: www.stalbans.gov.uk/news/work-st...

Custom-built solar panels are to be installed at Verulamium Museum in St Albans to provide a supply of clean renewable energy. The Council is undertaking the project as part of a commitment to tackle the climate emergency. See here for an update on progress: www.stalbans.gov.uk/news/leader-...

Cllr Matt Fisher is the new Mayor of the City and District of St Albans and will support two local charities during his year in office. Cllr Juliet Voisey is the Deputy Mayor. Mayor Fisher will raise money for St Albans Sea Cadets and Youth Talk. More info: www.stalbans.gov.uk/news/introdu...

Cllr Paul de Kort has been re-elected Leader of St Albans City and District Council with Cllr Helen Campbell as his deputy. He was voted to the role for the third year in succession at the annual meeting of the Full Council on Wednesday 27 May. Find out more: www.stalbans.gov.uk/news/council...

Thousands of people attended our St Albans Spring Festival – a free City Centre street party with entertainment for all. It was organised by our events team and sponsored by Code Ninjas and Specsavers. Find out more www.stalbans.gov.uk/news/st-alba...

The May edition of our Community News publication has been issued. It has articles on this Sunday's Spring Festival, the Council election results, garages for rent and much more. You can view it here: lnks.gd/3/3V5862t Sign up to have future editions emailed to you here: bit.ly/3Z1Pzku

Thousands of people are expected to join the St Albans Spring Festival – a street party with free entertainment for all. The festival is on Sunday 17 May and there will be music, fairground rides, street performers and 100 market stalls. More info: www.stalbans.gov.uk/news/st-alba...

More than 50 people took part in the ancient custom of Beating the Bounds with the Mayor of St Albans, Councillor Teresa Heritage. More info: www.stalbans.gov.uk/news/several...

The counting of votes for the St Albans City and District Council elections is now underway at Batchwood sports centre with 22 of the 56 seats up for election. First results are expected around 12.30pm with the last around 5pm. You can see the full results here: www.stalbans.gov.uk/news/results...

Voters are reminded to bring approved photo ID when they go to a polling station for elections on Thursday 7 May. The elections are for St Albans City and District Council You can find out more information, including details about photo ID, here: www.stalbans.gov.uk/news/have-yo...

The Renters' Rights Act comes into force on Friday 1 May. It will bring major changes to the private rental market affecting both tenants and landlords. Further information: www.gov.uk/government/p...

Everyone is welcome to take part in the ancient custom of Beating the Bounds on Sun 10 May. The Mayor, Cllr Teresa Heritage, will lead a procession along the City's historic boundaries. The event starts at 2pm near the Waffle House, St Michael's Village. More: www.stalbans.gov.uk/news/all-inv...

Waste and recycling collections will be one day later next week due to the Early May Bank Holiday on Monday 4 May. Monday's collection will take place on Tuesday and so on. Normal collections will resume on Monday 11 May 2026.

You now need to register for a free ePass to visit recycling centres in Hertfordshire. 👉 Visit Hertfordshire County Council's website to register: orlo.uk/nscgM

The Renters' Rights Act is comes into force on Fri 1 May, resulting in changes that will impact landlords, letting agents and tenants. Landlords - find out more here: housinghub.campaign.gov.uk/renting-is-c... Tenants - find out more here: housinghub.campaign.gov.uk/renting-is-c...

The April edition of our Community News publication has been issued. It has articles on Charter Market trader Dan Falemara, the May local elections, the Spring Festival and more. You can view it here: lnks.gd/3/3TNzjHJ And sign up to have future editions emailed to you here: bit.ly/3Z1Pzku

Residents have only a few days left to register to vote for important local elections for St Albans City and District Council. Everyone aged 18 and above who is not registered at their current address should do so by midnight on Monday 20 April. More info: www.stalbans.gov.uk/news/electio...