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  • Good win

    Potters Bar Town 3 Holmer Green 1 Spartan South Midlands League Premier Division Lee Talbot scored two penalties and Andy Martin struck a superb solo goal as Potters Bar Town made a winning start to their league campaign on Saturday. Talbot scored in

  • Draw for the Dons

    Enfield 0 Hendon 0 Ryman League Premier Division by DAVID BALLHEIMER Hendon opened the new Ryman League Premier Division season with a disappointing draw against Enfield at Boreham Wood on Saturday. Enfield started very brightly, although Dale Binns had

  • Making light work of the opposition

    Calthorpe 145 MH Village 146-1 Middlesex Championship Division Two A six-wicket haul by teenage off-spinner Duncan Wood and an unbeaten 78 from opening batsman Mark Saunders steered Mill Hill Village to a nine-wicket mauling of Calthorpe last Saturday

  • Woodland Roadshow

    An exhibition exploring the woodland environment; Bushey Museum and Art Gallery, Rudolph Road, Bushey; runs untl August 31, 11am to 4pm (Thursday to Sunday), admission free. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • High rise charity bid falls short

    A Stanmore woman joined Big Brother star Bubble at the top of one of London's tallest buildings in a bid to set a record for Macmillan Cancer Relief. Julia Fenton, 27, was diagnosed with Hodgkin's disease, a form of cancer, three years ago and now devotes

  • Helpline will form database to improve health services

    A CONFIDENTIAL 24-hour telephone helpline for patients and carers has been launched by Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire Ambulance and Paramedic Service (Bhaps) and NHS Direct. The Patient Advice and Liaison Service (Pals) was set up to provide callers with

  • Raise a cup for a good cause

    BROADCASTER Sir Trevor McDonald OBE is encouraging Hertfordshire people to raise their cups to help Macmillan Cancer Relief support people living with cancer. Sir Trevor wants people to support the World's Biggest Coffee Morning on Friday, September 27

  • Firefighters to honour those lost on duty

    FIREFIGHTERS nationwide will wear a commemorative ribbon on Sunday, September 8, in memory of their colleagues who have died on duty. Including all those who died on September 11 last year, 2,202 British Firefighters have died while carrying out their

  • Open sessions for musicians

    ALL music styles are welcomed every Tuesday at The Pump House Theatre, Watford. Experienced and beginner musicians can play at an open house session from 8.30pm until 11pm. Telephone 01923 467269 for further details. August 20, 2002 17:30

  • Should drivers be banned from using mobiles?

    THE Government wants the views of Hertfordshire residents on banning people from using hand-held mobile phones while driving. The new proposal was announced by Road Safety Minister David Jamieson on Tuesday, August 20. Research has shown drivers are four

  • Chance to quiz local MP

    RESIDENTS of Bedmond and Abbots Langley are invited to put their questions and views to local MP Kerry Pollard when he holds a one-hour surgery at Bedmond Village Hall in High Street, Bedmond on Saturday, September 28. The surgery will run from 10.30am

  • Family tradition continues with Romario

    The Friern Barnet Summer Show is something of a family affair for Claire Faldes. Mrs Faldes' baby Romario, aged two, scooped the honours in the Baby Show this year, continuing a legacy that includes her brother Joseph, who won the event in 1987, and her

  • Soccer legends to play for train crash victims

    Arsenal legend Tony Adams is among a team of ex-professionals being lined up to play in a fundraising match for a memorial dedicated to the victims of the Potters Bar rail crash. Organiser Colin Titmuss, 33, of Bugbale Hill Lane, Potters Bar, is a member

  • Last-minute show ban leaves campaign group fuming

    Hundreds of Keep Barnet Alive (KBA) balloons flooded last weekend's Friern Barnet Summer Show, despite the group being barred from attending the festival showpiece. After weeks of planning, KBA was informed on Thursday last week that it would not be admitted

  • Effective action required

    I am totally bemused by the current Barnet FC ground situation. As a neutral, it seems that Barnet Council will not be content until they can achieve international status by rivalling the fiascos at Wembley and Picketts Lock. I do appreciate what the

  • Elderly woman died of natural causes

    AN alleged assault on an elderly woman in a St Albans nursing home led to the police becoming involved in an investigation into her death some weeks later, St Albans Coroner's Court heard on Monday, August 12. Mrs Dorothy Mills, 79, suffered from dementia

  • Hertsmere: Art Fun Weeks

    Hertsmere Borough Council's Summer 2002 Art Fun Weeks run from Monday, July 29 until Friday, August 23, and will include T-shirt printing, model making, drama, dance, music and games. The courses will be held in Borehamwood, Shenley and Radlett and will

  • Chipperfield Art Group

    Chipperfield Youth Centre, Chipperfield Common. Sunday, August 25, 11am to 6pm. Entrance Free. Tel: 01923 263 525. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • The National Gardens Scheme

    75th Anniversary Garden Open for charity; The Abbots House, 10 High Street, Abbots Langley; Sunday, August 25, 2pm to 5pm; Admission 2.50, Children Free. (no dogs please). August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Flower Festival and Craft Fair

    'This Sceptre'd Isle'; St.Mary Magdalene Church, Flaunden; Saturday, August 24 to Monday, August 26; 10am to 5pm. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Sale in Aid of Overseas Project

    Salvation Army, 376a St Albans Road, Watford; Wednesday, August 21, 10am. Admission free. Tel: 01923 801169 or 01923 672433 August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Watford & Bushey Art Society

    Painting workshop; portrait model/still life provided; Beechen Grove Baptist Church, Clarendon Road, Watford; Tuesday, August 20, 7.30pm; non-members 2. Everyone welcome. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • The Amersham Motor Show

    In aid of Rotary charities; classic and vintage vehicles, model car racing; Raans Farm, Raans Road Amersham (follow the signs); Sunday, August 18, 10am to 4pm; 5 per adult, accompanied children under 16 free. Tel: Robin Thompson 01494 726654. August 20

  • Radlett: watercolour, oil and acrylic paintings

    The August exhibition at The Radlett Centre is called Language of Colours, with watercolour, oil and acrylic paintings by Maria Khan. Open daily, from 10am until 4pm, except Sundays. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Radlett: singing and dancing lessons

    New children's singing and dancinglessons, called CazyKat, are being launched at The Radlett Centre by Kat Cohen, a teacher with a showbusiness background, on Tuesdays from 4pm to 5.30pm, costing 10 per lesson. Drama can be taught if youngsters want it

  • Slimming Magazine Club.

    Meets in the town hall assembly rooms, St Albans; every Tuesday, 6.30pm and 7.15pm; details from Ann on 01582 733271. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Soapbox: My constituents come first

    Councillors must listen to the people they represent, writes RUDI VIS, MP for Finchley and Golders Green As an MP I endeavour throughout the year to represent my constituents' views on numerous issues; internationally, nationally and locally. As you can

  • Explosion victim named

    An explosion at a flat in Edgware which killed a man is being investigated by the Anti-Terrorist Branch. Shanker Venkatesan, 20, was blown apart in the explosion at Holgate Court, Kings Drive, shortly after 3.25pm on Saturday. His disabled mother, believed

  • Argentine Tango

    School of Dancing, 14 Nascot Road, Watford; Thursdays, 8pm, followed by practice session; no partner required, complete beginners welcome. Tel. 01923 210016 for further details. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • XRR Photographic Society

    Meets for photographic demonstration by various speakers and competitions; Williams Hall, Seventh-day Adventist Church, St Albans Road, Garston; Wednesdays, 7.45pm; new members and visitors welcome. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • North Watford Air Rifle and Pistol Club

    Welcomes safe and enthusiastic new members to shoot indoors at six yards and ten metres range; Christ Church hall, St Albans Road, north Watford; Wednesdays 7.30pm. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Firefighters' new look

    Hertfordshire firefighters have already received new tunics and trousers and will now be issued with new helmets, fire boots, smoke hoods and gloves. The new helmets offer better protection to the neck, eyes and face while the boots, gloves and smoke

  • Bedmond Women's Institute

    Meets at the Bedmond Village Hall, Bedmond; every Friday, 7.30pm. New members are always welcome. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • COMMONS COLUMN with Sir Alan Haselhurst

    CAN we win? After the first shock of more runways at Stansted had sunk in, that is what campaigners are beginning to ask. Despite the consultation process is it perhaps a done deal? I do not accept the conspiracy theory. After all, if the Maplin project

  • Denham Giant Car Boot Sale

    At the Denham Roundabout, Main A40; Saturdays, 11am to 4pm; cars 8. Tel: 07947 121336 for further details. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Tea Dance

    Bushey Golf and Leisure Centre, High Street, Bushey; Wednesday, July 31, 2pm to 4pm; free ballroom, Latin and sequence lesson, 1.30pm to 2pm; admission 3 for tea dance. Tel: Margery Da Costa 01494 812778. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Pub's hotel plan

    Proposals have been drawn up for a ten-bedroom hotel at the Wagon and Horses pub in Stansted Road, Bishop's Stortford. The application includes minor internal alterations to the pub. A decision will be made by East Herts Council. August 20, 2002 10:00

  • Join the Citizen's Stansted expansion car sticker campaign

    THIS week the Citizen is launching its 'Citizens Say No' to Stansted expansion car-sticker campaign. Following the Government's announcement that another three runways could be built at Stansted Airport, the Citizen is backing the local opinion that enough

  • Maddy's Jiving School

    Rock 'n' Roll and Jive; Bushey and Oxhey Methodist Church hall, Chalk Hill, Bushey; beginners welcome, no partner needed, all ages; Thursdays; 8pm. Tel: 020 8566 5226 for further details. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Open Mic Session

    Every Wednesday, hosted by local band organised by St Albans blues/rock trio Mojo, guest performers and floor spots are welcome and all performers get a free drink get there early to book your place; Mermaid pub, Hatfield Road, St Albans; admission free

  • Song Session Group

    Every Monday, traditional and contemporary songs, everyone welcome as singers or spectators; The Bull, High Street, Redbourn; 8.30pm; admission 1; more details from John on 01923 404566. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Sunday Open Mic Night

    Every Sunday, house band plus guests, floorspots, players and singers welcome; The Portland Arms, Portland Street, St Albans; 8.30pm. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Abbots Langley Art Club

    Meets for painting and drawing; Manor Lodge, Gallows Hill Lane, Abbots Langley; Wednesdays, 8pm to 10pm; new members welcome. Tel: 01923 662204. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • North Watford Air Rifle and Pistol Club

    Welcomes safe and enthusiastic new members to shoot indoors at six yards and ten metres range; Christ Church hall, St Albans Road, north Watford; Wednesdays, 7.30pm. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Nick Page Trio

    Melodic jazz and bossa nova every Friday in the bar; Batchwood Golf and Tennis Club, Batchwood Drive, St Albans; 8.30pm; entry free. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Help save the globe, locally

    ST ALBANS is celebrating the Earth Summit at a special exhibition in the district council's offices. Residents can find out more about the summit and how they can get involved in saving the planet. The exhibition opens tomorrow (Friday) and runs until

  • Orbital Dance Club

    Ballroom dancing; Orbital Community Centre, Haines Way, Watford; new members welcome; every Tuesday, 2pm to 4pm. Tel: 01923 681054. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Tea Dance

    YMCA, Charter Place, Watford; mainly for senior citizens; every Thursday, 2pm to 4pm; admission 1.50. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Spotlight

    For budding singers, dancers and drama enthusiasts; Orbital Community Centre, Haines Way, Leavesden; Saturdays, 10am to noon; admission 5 payable on the day. Tel: 01923 894444 for further details. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Radlett

    New children's singing and dancing lessons are being launched at The Radlett Centre, by Kat Cohen a teacher from a showbusiness background. The CazyKat lessons, on Tuesdays during term-time from 4pm to 5.30pm, will teach choreographed dancing as well

  • Ballroom and Latin American Dance

    New members welcome; The Orbital Community Centre, Haines Way, Watford; Tuesdays, 2pm to 4pm. Tel: Alison 01923 681054 for further details. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Ceroc (Modern Jive/Salsa)

    Dance Studio, Estcourt Road, Watford; Tuesdays, 8pm; free membership with copy of The Watford Observer. Tel: 020 8950 7896. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Elstree: Singing and dancing

    Young people who would like to improve their singing, dancing and acting skills can attend Youngstars Theatre School at Allum Hall, in Allum Lane, Elstree. Classes are held every Saturday during term time for eight to 16-year-olds. Coralyn Canfor-Dumas

  • Dance Fun Club

    Disco, free-style, Rock 'n' Roll; for four to-16-year-olds; All Saints Church hall, Horseshoe Lane, Garston; Tuesdays, 3.45pm to 6.30pm. Tel: 01923 463193 for further details. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Ballroom Dancing

    Intermediate lessons; Orbital Community Centre, Haines Way, Leavesden; Tuesdays; 2pm to 4pm. Tel: Alison 01923 681054. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Have your say on further education

    SUCCESS FOR ALL is the message that the Learning and Skills Council Hertfordshire will be promoting when it hosts a conference in September. The conference on skills and learning will set out new Government strategy on further education and will give

  • Seeing red

    Kingsbury's Carlton Mitchell was sent off following an angry ouburst at his own keeper Joe Miller during the 5-2 defeat at Leighton Town on Saturday. Kingsbury secretary Dave Thomas said: "Joe fumbled a shot and Carlton told him what he thought of him

  • Made to fight all the way

    Flamstead 265-4dec Bentley Heath 259 Saracens Herts League Division 11 Flamstead are unbeaten, having won 13 of their 14 games and have already secured the Division 11 title. But Bentley Heath made them fight hard for their six-run victory on Saturday

  • Dramatic recovery

    Teddington 217 Finchley 169-8 Middlesex County League Division One Finchley, fighting a relegation battle for the second successive year, were in deep trouble at 29-6 against new champions Teddington on Saturday. Though they recovered well to finish on

  • New recruits in bid to tackle youth crime

    WATFORD people are doing their bit to help tackle youth crime by helping on new youth offender panels. Ten of the latest 15 recruits serving on the South Hertfordshire panel are from Watford. This follows an appeal by the Hertfordshire County Council's

  • Good report for water companies

    WATER companies in England and Wales are delivering all their environmental and water quality obligations and meeting efficiency targets, according to an Office of Water Services report. Despite an increase on last year, the £3 billion capital expenditure

  • CABs to open doors to potential volunteers

    BUSHEY Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) will be holding an open day in September as part of Advice Week, which celebrates the work of CABs across the UK. Eighty-five per cent of people working for the CAB are volunteers and the charity needs more. Volunteers

  • Small Bushey film studios to feature in exhibition

    A LITTLE-KNOWN studio complex in Bushey will feature alongside studio big-guns Elstree and Leavesden in an exhibition on the history of film and television in South Hertfordshire. The Bushey studios may not be as famous as Elstree (where the first three

  • Educational and fun

    Screams of delight filled the air as children watched firefighters at Hendon Fire Station demonstrate how to extinguish a blazing chip-pan. Young people from play schemes in Barnet have been visiting the fire station in The Burroughs over the past week

  • Summer Exhibition

    Presented by Friends of Bushey Museum; Bushey Museum and Art Gallery, Rudolph Road, Bushey; Saturday, June 22 to November 3; open 11am to 4pm, Thursday to Sunday only; admission free. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Market is important asset

    Rumours are rife around Barnet Market that it is not paying its way, and that the owners, Nigel and Melanie Walsh, are trying to find a way of advancing plans for developing the site (Market dreams', Times Group, August 15). Barnet Market is a very valuable

  • Barring campaigns is unfair

    It is very disappointing to hear that the Finchley and District Peace Campaign was refused a stall at the Friern Barnet Summer Show. The peace group was founded in 1980 and coordinates the work of local groups and individuals concerned with peace and

  • Sir Sydney is at odds with Tory leadership

    I was astounded to read Sir Sydney Chapman's article on how "we must save the planet" (Soapbox, Times Group, August 15). He expresses support for sustainable development policies', such as those coming out of the Kyoto summit to reduce carbon and other

  • Mobile recycling scheme raises cash

    NEWSQUEST, which publishes the St Albans and Harpenden Observers, has raised £490 for the British Red Cross after recycling 160 old mobile phones used by its staff. The cheque was presented by Mr Peter Fautley, Newsquest's telecommunications manager,

  • Youth offender panels hailed as a success

    A NEW system of dealing with young people who commit crime is proving to be a success with only a handful of offenders having had to return to court for breaking the terms of their contract. In the first four months of the Youth Offender Panels, which

  • Radlett: Theatre school

    Young people who would like to improve their singing, dancing and acting skills can attend Youngstars Theatre School at Allum Hall, in Allum Lane, Elstree. Classes are held every Saturday during term time for eight to 16-year-olds. Coralyn Canfor-Dumas020

  • Borehamwood: Amateur musical and dramatic society

    Elstree Productions, the amateur musical and dramatic society, is looking for more people to take part in its exciting spring show, Cabaret. Actors, singers (especially a male tenor) and dancers, aged 16 or above, are required. The society is also searching

  • Watford Friendship Centre

    Talk on Energy and Efficiency by Ms Diane Hersee; Meriden Community Centre, Garsmouth Way, Garston, Watford, WD25 9ET, Tuesday, August 20, 2pm to 4.30pm. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • St Albans YHA Group

    Walk in the Chesham area; War Memorial, St Peter's Street, St Albans; Sunday, August 18, 10am. Tel: Shirley 01582 620433. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Chorleywood Healing Clinic

    Reiki healing and holistic healing; Chorleywood Arts Centre, Colleyland, Chorleywood; Saturday, August 17, 9.30am to 1.30pm. Tel: 01923 896 834. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Gordana Bjelic-Rados

    Installation by local artist recreating a room in her home to display a selection of works from more than 3,000 she has produced; Margaret Harvey Gallery, University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield Road, St Albans; Wednesdays to Saturdays 11am to 5pm; until

  • Radlett: fun days for kids

    Fun days and a Jubilee Party for children will be held at Radlett's Phillimore Court, Battlers Green Drive, on Tuesdays during August. On August 6 and 13, from 2pm to 4pm, there will fun days, with attractions including magician Phil Perry on August 6

  • Borehamwood: school holiday fun

    A school holiday programme of games and activities is running at Borehamwood's Hertswood Centre from Mondays to Fridays, until August 30, excluding the bank holiday, with a Summer Day Camp, for eight to 13-year-olds, and a Kiddie Kamp, for five to eight-year-olds

  • Discovering Egypt

    Exhibition based around life and death in Ancient Egypt; Museum of St Albans, Hatfield Road, St Albans; Mondays to Saturdays, 10am to 5pm, Sundays 2pm to 5pm; admission free; until October 20. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Semi-acoustic weekend wind down

    Floor spots welcome, free drink to performers; The Blue Angel Acoustic Caf; The Horn, Victoria Street, St Albans; every Sunday 7.30pm to 10.30pm; admission free. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Afternoon Tea Dance

    Dancing and social club, over 50s welcome, every Thursday; Catholic Church Hall, Beaconsfield Road, St Albans; 2pm to 4pm; details on 01727 857106. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • St Albans Abbey Folk Dance Club

    Meetings every Thursday; St Stephen's Church hall, Watling Street, St Albans; every Thursday, 7.45pm to 9.45pm; all welcome; for more details call Brenda on 01727 846606. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • No regrets for Williams

    Councillor Alan Williams had a fearsome reputation in his eight years as Barnet Council leader. LEIGH COLLINS spoke to the Labour group leader about his time in power and his hopes for the future Above the door to Councillor Alan Williams' office in Hendon

  • Family weekend!

    THE end of the summer holidays usually means back to school blues' for everyone. But this year, The Royal Air Force Museum is here to save the day! Between 31st August and 1st September, the Museum invites you, along with your family and friends to a

  • Family weekend!

    THE end of the summer holidays usually means back to school blues' for everyone. But this year, The Royal Air Force Museum is here to save the day! Between 31st August and 1st September, the Museum invites you, along with your family and friends to a

  • Nifty 50's Club

    Meets for badminton, bowls, Scrabble and other activities; YMCA, Charter Place, Watford; Wednesdays, 2pm to 5pm. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Bushey Meads Women's Club

    Meets for various speakers, demonstrations and outings; United Reformed Church Hall, High Street, Bushey; every Wednesday, 7.15pm. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Harvest End Women's Club

    Meets at Meriden Community Centre, Garston; every Wednesday, 7.30pm. New members very welcome. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Garston Townswomen's Guild

    Meets at Our Lady and St Michael's Church Hall, Crown Rise, Garston; every Tuesday, 7.45pm. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Hospital's cash boost

    THE Department of Health is to invest £2.7m to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of NHS services at Princess Alexandra Hospital, Harlow.o It is one of ten hospitals to benefit from the cash injection nationwide, which will be used to develop fast-track

  • Birchwood success

    Four Birchwood High School students won £50 for their school after taking part in a 'Smuggled Diamonds' competition at Anglia Polytechnic University,Cambridge. James Felton, James Houghton, Samantha Manthorpe and Natatlie Rowe carried out various experiments

  • Women-only kateda

    Self defence classes. Meets at Town and Country Club, Rosslyn Road, Watford; Wednesdays, 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Beginners welcome. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Traditional and Contemporary Folk and Blues

    A warm welcome for all every Thursday evening at the Hollybush Folk Club; informal singers night; Old School Room, Hollybush pub, Church End, Redbourn; 8.15pm to 11.15pm; admission 2 on the door; further information on 07710 471862 or 07850 163241. August

  • Traditional Music Sessions

    Every Thursday mainly English and Irish traditional tunes and songs everyone welcome to listen or to play; Rose & Crown, St Michael's Street, St Albans; 9pm. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Pedal for health and happiness

    ST ALBANS residents have the chance to get into gear at the Bike Try-Out Roadshow this weekend. They can try out a variety of bicycles including recumbents, trailers and tandems as part of the annual St Albans Carnival festivities. The two-day roadshow

  • Learn to Line Dance

    West Watford Conservative Club, Harwoods Road, Watford; Tuesdays, 7.30pm to 9pm. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Sequence Dancing

    In a friendly informal and sociable atmosphere; Kingswood Baptist Church hall, North Approach, Watford; Wednesdays, 1pm to 4pm. Tel: Sue 01923 675132. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Salsa Dance

    The Cookery, behind Elim Church, Leavesden Road, north Watford; Mondays, 7pm to 8pm basic Salsa, 8pm to 9pm advanced Salsa. Tel: 07944 462461. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • SalsaDuende

    David Lloyd Centre, Hartspring Lane, Bushey; Sundays, 7pm to 9pm; admission 6. Tel: 07956 207458. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Belly Dance Classes

    A beginners class for ladies; The Oracle, 12 Market Street, Watford; Mondays 7pm to 8pm and 8.30pm to 9.30pm; Fridays, 7.30pm. Tel: 020 8421 5178. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Club Tropicana

    Over 30's disco at the Bushey Country Club, High Street, Bushey; Fridays, 9pm to 2am. Tel: 01737 360547 for further details. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Dance Fun Club

    disco, free-style, Rock 'n' Roll, ; for four to 16-year-olds, 3.45pm to 6.30pm and adults 7.45pm; St Peters Church hall, Bushey Mill Lane, Watford; Wednesdays. Tel: 01923 463193 for further details. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Bridge Club Deaf Club

    The Harebreaks, north Watford; Mondays, 9.30am. Tel: 01923 720105. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • Kings Bridge Club

    Meets for friendly duplicate bridge for players of all levels, no partner necessary; All Saints Church, Kings Langley; Mondays 1.30pm. Tel: 01923 262802 for further details. August 20, 2002 21:00

  • MP backs homes on play area

    A PLAN to build affordable homes on an area of open space has been backed by St Albans MP Kerry Pollard to the frustration of local residents. Mr Pollard is supporting a plan, approved last month, to build eight houses and 12 parking spaces on a plot

  • Publican Paul has an illuminating sideline

    PUBLICAN Paul Cooper changed the fortunes of his Bricket Wood pub and discovered he had a potentially explosive business on his hands all in a flash. After taking over the reins at the Old Fox in School Lane 18 years ago, Mr Cooper realised he had to

  • News Analysis: Can exams still make the grade?

    Pupils are celebrating another record-breaking set of exam results. But the introduction of the new AS system is increasing calls for yet more reform, writes EMILY CLARK Learning to dance may not appear to be a skill which would obviously complement maths

  • News Analysis: Can exams still make the grade?

    Pupils are celebrating another record-breaking set of exam results. But the introduction of the new AS system is increasing calls for yet more reform, writes EMILY CLARK Learning to dance may not appear to be a skill which would obviously complement maths