DO you recognise yourself in the photograph below, or were you at Chandos Secondary School for Girls between 1939 and 1974? If so please come along to our Annual Reunion on Saturday, October 12, 2002. For further information please contact the Chandos
DO you recognise yourself in the photograph below, or were you at Chandos Secondary School for Girls between 1939 and 1974? If so please come along to our Annual Reunion on Saturday, October 12, 2002. For further information please contact the Chandos
RESIDENTS of Kings Langley celebrated the loyalty and support of one of the area's longest standing postmasters in August, as he was presented with the Royal Mail certificate for long service following 20 years in the job. Mr Jack Weston undertook the
I WONDERED if anyone might be able to help me. My mother Marjorie Elsie Cleminson was born at 3 Beechcroft Road Bushey on December 12, 1903. I only recently discovered that she had three, maybe four, elder sisters: Gwendoline Winifred Emma Cleminson;
SARRATT ROAD in Croxley Green will be closed for a week in September. BT will be carrying out engineering works in the road from Sunday, September 22, until Sunday, September 29. The road will be closed from it junction with The Green to its junction
ACTRESS Clare Calbraith, who plays Dr Tricia Summerbee in the ITV drama Heartbeat, is off to Nepal for The Children's Society in February and she wants others to join her and her sister Terri. Ms Calbraith is swapping her stethoscope for a pair of hiking
A FISH and chip shop is set to open in Oxhey after more than 460 locals signed a petition supporting the venture. An application to turn an empty shop in Chalk Hill into a take-away was agreed by Watford Council's development control committee on Monday
POLICE are investigating a burglary which took place in Currys Superstore, Century Park, Watford, in the early hours of Wednesday, August 21. A police spokesman said the burglary happened at about 1.32pm, after two men cut open a hole in the roof of the
YOUNG volunteers from an Abbots Langley church returned from Egypt, where they have been running holidays for disadvantaged children. The teenagers, led by Mr Alan Penry and his wife Jane, from The Ark Community Church, which is based in the village,
A NATIONAL cancer charity gave thanks to members of Kings Langley Parish Council following the receipt of a cheque for about £2,000. Funds were donated to Cancer Research, following Golden Jubilee celebrations held in June which culminated in a three
A WATFORD rock band is set to embark of a national tour to promote their debut single, due for release in September. Mohair will be performing at the new Marquee Club in London on Friday, September 20, to launch the single. It is news music fans in Watford
Does anyone remember Charles Bradley and Co or are there any relatives still about who can provide any background information. It is quite possible Charles Bradley originally worked for the Van Kannel Revolving Door Co at Cassiobury works up until 1925
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 23, 2002 21:00
MICAH HYDE is likely to come back into first-team contention as Watford travel to in-form, big-spending Portsmouth for what is likely to be a tough fixture. Hyde, who hurt his ankle last week, has returned to training and is set to join an otherwise unchanged
A READER is looking for a copy of the very first magazine of the Oval Times, published in 1961 (Vol 1. No 1). Gene Vincent appeared at the ballroom at Ovaltine's. Did anyone else famous appear there? If you have any memorabilia please telephone David
VICARAGE ROAD will host its first full football international on Thursday, August 29, when India take on Jamaica. Watford's home has been chosen for the first meeting between the sides, ensuring the ground will take on a true carnival atmosphere for the
I AM in my 80's and I remember quite a lot. I recall going with my mother and brother down to Lyons for a cup of tea and a swiss bun. I can remember the nippies, the waitresses, in their very smart uniform of black socks, white pinny and a white tiara-type
THE Grove, in its time, was one of the most fashionable homes in the country. Invitations to weekend parties at The Grove were highly sought after. In the days of the fourth Earl, (George William Frederick Villiers 1800 to 1870), Saturday to Monday visiting
A DREADFUL opening 45 minutes against Chesham United on Saturday, August 17, has cast a long shadow over Boreham Wood's opening to the new season. Trailing 2-0 at the break, they eventually went down 3-1, then lost in frustrating circumstances against
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
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
FOR once he might not have won, but Matthew Richardson is still in danger of monopolising the headlines after a run in the Boys British Amateur Championships at Carnoustie last week that took him all the way to the semi-finals. From 256 starters, Richardson
Selected show of work by past students from the Faculty of Art and Design; Art and Design Gallery, Hatfield Campus; runs from Thursday, August 29, to Sunday, September 8; 9.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Saturday. Tel: 01707 285376. August 23, 2002 21:00
INSTALLATION by local artist recreating a room in her home to display a selection of works; Margaret Harvey Gallery, Hatfield Road, St.Albans; runs until Saturday September 7; 11am to 5pm, Wednesday to Saturday only. August 23, 2002 21:00
Meets in the Village Hall; Wednesday, August 28, 7.45pm. August 23, 2002 21:00
Salvation Army, 376a St Albans Road, Watford; Wednesday, August 28, 10am. Admission free. Tel: 01923 801169 or 01923 672433 August 23, 2002 21:00
Meets in the Village Hall; Tuesday, August 27, 2.15pm. August 23, 2002 21:00
Meets at Broom Hills Gun Club, Windmill Road, Markyate; Tuesday, August 27, 8pm to 11pm; new members welcome; admission 1.50. Tel: 01582 842280 for further details. August 23, 2002 21:00
Talk on Energy and Efficiency by Ms Diane Hersee; Meriden Community Centre, Garsmouth Way, Garston, Watford, WD25 9ET, Tuesday, August 27, 2pm to 4.30pm. August 23, 2002 21:00
Are selling cream teas,bric-a-brac, books and crafts at Cholesbury Village Hall, Cholesbury Common, Chesham; Sunday, August 25, 2pm to 5pm. August 23, 2002 21:00
In aid of Rotary charities; classic and vintage vehicles, model car racing; Raans Farm, Raans Road Amersham (follow the signs); Sunday, August 25, 10am to 4pm; 5 per adult, accompanied children under 16 free. Tel: Robin Thompson 01494 726654. August 23
NORTHWOOD TOWN pulled off a dramatic victory to stun leaders Northchurch on Saturday, August 17, inflicting on them only their second defeat of the season, and dragging Town firmly back into the promotion picture. Town were aware that victory was paramount
Day walk from Watlington Hill car park; GR 710936; Sunday, August 25, 10am. August 23, 2002 21:00
Walk in the Chesham area; War Memorial, St Peter's Street, St Albans; Sunday, August 25, 10am. Tel: Shirley 01582 620433. August 23, 2002 21:00
A Woodside Park school faces a race against time to open for the new term after a massive fire destroyed almost half of the building. Six classrooms, one computer room and a toilet block were completely gutted in the blaze at Frith Manor Community Primary
The Tomb Builders of the Pharaohs: Daily Life at Deir el Medina, by Maurice Bierbrier; Verulamium Museum, St Michael's, St Albans; 12.30pm; tickets 5 from 01727 819340. August 23, 2002 21:00
Cathy Langston of Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge; Marlborough Road Methodist Church, St Albans; 12.30pm; light lunches served from noon to 12.20pm and from 1.15pm to 2pm. August 23, 2002 21:00
St Albans jazz septet return for a special performance in support of Cancer Research UK and Heathlands School for The Deaf, fronted by Ellie Smith, who will sing of the Magna Carta, domestic servitude and revenge, in an eclectic set including tributes
Harry Allen Quartet; The Fairway, Fairway Suite, Old Herns Lane, Welwyn Garden City; doors open 7.30pm, music starts at 8pm; admission 6 for members and 8 for non-members. August 23, 2002 21:00
Fifteenth Summer Soiree with guest organist Steve Tovey; proceeds to Lister Kidney Foundation, visiting Decap and Mortier Organs; St Albans Organ Museum, 320 Camp Road, St Albans; 7.30pm; tickets 4, accompanied children free, from 01727 851557. August
Chipperfield Youth Centre, Chipperfield Common. Sunday, August 25, 11am to 6pm. Entrance Free. Tel: 01923 263 525. August 23, 2002 21:00
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 23, 2002 21:00
FRENCH star Thomas Castaignde will make his first start in Japan after being named in the team to face Suntory at the National Stadium in Tokyo on Sunday, August 25. The international, who returned to the squad at the end of last season following a lengthy
SARACENS got their tour of Japan underway with an impressive win against Japanese side Sanix on Sunday, August 18. The impressive nine-try victory over a Sanix side, featuring former All Blacks' Graeme Bachop and Jamie Joseph, follows on the back of a
DAVID RICE confirmed his undoubted potential on Saturday after collecting the Boy's Under-13 National Tennis Title in Bournemouth, giving the resurgent tennis scene in Watford another massive boost in the process. The 13-year-old from Rickmansworth, seeded
WEST HERTS HOCKEY CLUB are gearing up for the start of a new season which, with nine teams on their books, promises a lot of excitement, a lot of matches and a lot of hockey. The Men's first team provided the club with a big boost last season after reclaiming
NIGEL WRAY's decision to step down from Watford's boards follows the decision by directors to increase their contributions to the funds following the summer's financial crisis. Chief executive Tim Shaw has already stated the directors will be investing
ST ALBANS CITY gave the Premier Division new boys Ford United a tough taste of life among the Ryman League's elite at Clarence Park on Saturday, August 17, as the Saints got their new campaign off to a winning start. In winning their opening home match
ENOUGH has been written about optimism and the start of new seasons to render a description of Harpenden Town's mood following Saturday's (August 17) 3-0 success at Pitstone & Ivinghoe almost repetative. After a string of pearls of a pre-season, a
GLANCING down the list of results, few eyes will pause on a 1-0 victory for Sandridge Rovers at Chipperfield Corinthians on Saturday, August 17. But three points masks problems in the build-up that deprived Rovers of seven regulars and prompted manager
HERTFORDSHIRE YOUNG CRICKETERS completed their ECB County Championship Programme in a rain-affected two-day match against Oxfordshire at Bishop's Stortford but lost out by 11 runs to finish third in their group behind Herefordshire and Oxfordshire. After
RADLETT'S poor run of form in the league continued as they were thoroughly outclassed by second-placed Slough in a one-sided contest at Cobden Hill on Saturday, August 17, which saw only two Radlett players reach double figures. With the weather hot and
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
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
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 23, 2002 21:00
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 23, 2002 21:00
ROBERT LEONARD continues to push back the golfing boundaries this summer; he has been in action in the South Eastern Group Junior Foursomes this week, after an extended run in the Boys British Amateur Championships last week preceded victory in the Porters
Dancing and social club, over 50s welcome, every Thursday; Catholic Church Hall, Beaconsfield Road, St Albans; 2pm to 4pm; details on 01727 857106. August 23, 2002 21:00
ALTHOUGH St Albans Centurions ended the season with their heaviest defeat of the summer on Saturday, August 17, the club can look back on a period of considerable progress. Nine wins and a draw from 14 matches took them to within touching distance of
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 23, 2002 21:00
LUCY YATES helped herself to a double serving of success on August 17 and 18, to confirm her status as one of the top young athletes in the county. Competing in the South East Series Junior Triathlon in Sussex on Saturday, the 12-year-old from St Albans
HARPENDEN'S Mark Crowley had two reasons to celebrate last weekend (August 17/18) after setting a new personal best in the pole vault and gaining his first selection to the senior British team. The 19-year-old flies out with the squad on Friday, September
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 23, 2002 21:00
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 23, 2002 21:00
Meets at Meriden Community Centre, Garston; every Wednesday, 7.30pm. New members very welcome. August 23, 2002 21:00
Meets at Our Lady and St Michael's Church Hall, Crown Rise, Garston; every Tuesday, 7.45pm. August 23, 2002 21:00
At the Denham Roundabout, Main A40; Saturdays, 11am to 4pm; cars 8. Tel: 07947 121336 for further details. August 23, 2002 21:00
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 23, 2002 21:00
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 23, 2002 21:00
Meets for painting and drawing; Manor Lodge, Gallows Hill Lane, Abbots Langley; Wednesdays, 8pm to 10pm; new members welcome. Tel: 01923 662204. August 23, 2002 21:00
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 23, 2002 21:00
Meets for various speakers, demonstrations and outings; United Reformed Church Hall, High Street, Bushey; Wednesdays, 7.15pm. August 23, 2002 21:00
Meets at Meriden Community Centre, Garston; Wednesdays, 7.30pm. New members very welcome. August 23, 2002 21:00
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
Ballroom dancing; Orbital Community Centre, Haines Way, Watford; new members welcome; every Tuesday, 2pm to 4pm. Tel: 01923 681054. August 23, 2002 21:00
Remada Jarvis Hotel (A41), Watford Bypass, Watford; no denim, gentlemen shirts and ties required; last entry 10.45pm; every Thursday, 8.45pm. Tel: 020 8393 0914. August 23, 2002 21:00
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 23, 2002 21:00
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
West Watford Conservative Club, Harwoods Road, Watford; Tuesdays, 7.30pm to 9pm. August 23, 2002 21:00
In a friendly informal and sociable atmosphere; Kingswood Baptist Church hall, North Approach, Watford; Wednesdays, 1pm to 4pm. Tel: Sue 01923 675132. August 23, 2002 21:00
New members welcome; The Orbital Community Centre, Haines Way, Watford; Tuesdays, 2pm to 4pm. Tel: Alison 01923 681054 for further details. August 23, 2002 21:00
Dance Studio, Estcourt Road, Watford; Tuesdays, 8pm; free membership with copy of The Watford Observer. Tel: 020 8950 7896. August 23, 2002 21:00
Over 30's disco at the Bushey Country Club, High Street, Bushey; Fridays, 9pm to 2am. Tel: 01737 360547 for further details. August 23, 2002 21:00
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
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 23, 2002 21:00
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 23, 2002 21:00
Intermediate lessons; Orbital Community Centre, Haines Way, Leavesden; Tuesdays; 2pm to 4pm. Tel: Alison 01923 681054. August 23, 2002 21:00
The Harebreaks, north Watford; Mondays, 9.30am. Tel: 01923 720105. August 23, 2002 21:00
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 23, 2002 21:00
Meets for various speakers, demonstrations and outings; Highwood JMI School, Bushey Mill Lane, Bushey; Mondays, 7.40pm. Tel: Mrs Marks 01923 225486 for further details. August 23, 2002 21:00
When Barnet Council sat down with the club to discuss a new home away from Underhill, the site of Finchley Rugby Club and Wingate and Finchley FC was discussed as a viable alternative. But there are problems. "It was something suggested by the previous
I WONDERED if anyone might be able to help me. My mother Marjorie Elsie Cleminson was born at 3 Beechcroft Road Bushey on December 12, 1903. I only recently discovered that she had three, maybe four, elder sisters: Gwendoline Winifred Emma Cleminson;
I AM searching for my father's family, George Albert Smith, who lived at 17 Trowley Bottom, Abbots Langley. He married Ivy Marchant, they had two daughters, Barbara and Patricia. Killed in Second World War. Children taken to Canada in September 1946.
Does anyone remember Charles Bradley and Co or are there any relatives still about who can provide any background information. It is quite possible Charles Bradley originally worked for the Van Kannel Revolving Door Co at Cassiobury works up until 1925
WATFORD's new manager, who had "a bit of a go" at the players at half-time on Saturday, August 17, admitted that he might have been over-anxious to get that first win. He was critical of several aspects of the performance after the game and intimated
Some 50 years ago this September, I attended the old Watford Grammar School for Boys. In 1954, we celebrated the 250th anniversary of its founding by Dame Fuller, and I wondered if any such celebration was planned for the 300th anniversary in 2004? I
A GROUP of Watford fans have formed Watford Supporters Limited, an organisation to manage the newly-formed Supporters' Trust. The organisation, which will be open to all supporters, will be launched at Harry's Bar, Vicarage Road, on Thursday, September
AFTER finishing fifth in the old Division One last season, Northwood certainly felt slighted when the Ryman League restructure grouped them with teams that finished almost 40 places behind them in the pyramid in the previous campaign, but, on Saturday's
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 23, 2002 21:00
When Barnet Council sat down with the club to discuss a new home away from Underhill, the site of Finchley Rugby Club and Wingate and Finchley FC was discussed as a viable alternative. But there are problems. "It was something suggested by the previous
Mr Eric Hemming submitted this photograph, complete with his own numbered key. Can you supply the names of the Post Office (Watford) cricket team circa 1955? August 23, 2002 15:00
A RARE tree has been felled and several other old specimens destroyed in a breach of planning condition. Three Rivers District Council is now considering taking legal action against the owners of 12 and 14 Spencer Walk, Rickmansworth, after 18 trees,
A CO-ORDINATOR of a neighbourhood watch scheme has resigned in disgust at police inaction. Councillor Zita Hobbs, who was criticised by Bushey residents in The Watford Observer on Friday, August 16, for her failure to curb the bad behaviour of youths
A BUSHEY woman will be living life in the fast lane from now on after she was awarded one year's sponsorship as a rally driver. Miss Celine Amschwand, of The Rutts, Bushey Heath, came first in the finals of Silverstone Rally School's Lady-Quest 2002 on
A SQUABBLE has broken out over the composition of official Hertfordshire County Council press releases. Labour councillors have accused their Conservative counterparts of politicising "non-controversial issues" such as road safety and animals at Aldenham
FORMER chairman Stuart Timperley admitted Watford was living on its reputation as a family and community club and was not actually living up to it. Yet, when the Hornets gained promotion to the Premiership in 1999, some eight years after Timperley's observation
DEFENDING champions Oxhey Jets required a late double from Wayne Gladdy before they were able to vanquish St Peter's on Saturday, August 17. Ian Holdom, who found the net 36 times last season, continued where he left off by opening the scoring on 20 minutes
EVERGREEN failed to convert their impressive pre-season form into the league campaign as they went down to a narrow defeat at home to league newcomers Allenburys on Saturday, August 17. Although having only ten players available for selection, Evergreen
A NEW era at Kings Langley began with a goalless draw at home to New Bradwell St Peter on Saturday, August 17, as the Gaywood Park outfit prepare for a season of consolidation after a turbulent campaign last time out. Only skipper Steve Whitby remains
IT is likely to be a very good weekend for a few golf clubs in the area, with Moor Park and Sandy Lodge playing for the Scratch League Division One crown on Sunday and West Herts likely to pick up the Third Division title. "Sandy Lodge are the only side
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
Featuring Kanchan Malde Collection of textiles from Gujurat; Watford Museum, 194 High Street, Watford; runs from Saturday, August 23, until Saturday, October 12; 10am to 5pm (Monday to Friday) Saturday 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 5pm. August 23, 2002 21:00
Self defence class; meets at Town and Country Club, Rosslyn Road, Watford; Wednesday, August 28, 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Beginners welcome. August 23, 2002 21:00
AS big time sporting debuts go, Anthony Davidson enjoyed a good one at the weekend (August 17/18), and enhanced his prospects of landing a permanent drive in Formula One next season in the process. The Hemel Hempstead-born test driver for British American
Meets at Henderson Hall, High Street, Abbots Langley; Wednesday, August 28, 2.30pm. August 23, 2002 21:00
Meets for all ages and abilities; The Shed, The Sportsman PH, Scots Hill, Croxley Green; Tuesday, August 27, 8pm; admission 1.50. Tel: Stella 01923 442637 for further details. August 23, 2002 21:00
Meets at Our Lady and St Michael's Church Hall, Crown Rise, Garston; Tuesday, August 27, 7.45pm. August 23, 2002 21:00
Painting workshop; portrait model/still life provided; Beechen Grove Baptist Church, Clarendon Road, Watford; Tuesday, August 27, 7.30pm; non-members 2. Everyone welcome. August 23, 2002 21:00
Meets for demonstrations, help and social evenings; Social Centre, Gosforth Lane, South Oxhey; Monday, August 26, 7.30pm to 9.30pm. August 23, 2002 21:00
Working evening; St Luke's Church, South Riding, Bricket Wood; Monday, August 26, 8pm. August 23, 2002 21:00
SEEMINGLY doomed Watford Town must hope for a miracle after yet another sub-standard display with the bat saw them crash to a nine-wicket defeat at Harpenden on Saturday, August 17, who are in the thick of the race at the opposite end of the table. Although
CHIPPERFIELD remain on top of Division Two after enjoying the better of a draw with fellow promotion chasers Radlett second XI on Saturday, August 17. Batting first, Nick Crumpton (30) and Justin King got Chipps off to a solid start, but it fell to Ian
THE prospect of relegation became a distinct possibility for Langleybury on Saturday, August 17, when, having racked up their largest total of the season, they lacked the fire-power to seal a priceless 25 points at home to Welwyn Garden City, and subsequently
Chesham Station car park; Sunday, August 25, 10am. August 23, 2002 21:00
Reiki healing and holistic healing; Chorleywood Arts Centre, Colleyland, Chorleywood; Saturday, August 24, 9.30am to 1.30pm. Tel: 01923 896 834. August 23, 2002 21:00
HEMEL HEMPSTEAD TOWN'S seven-match unbeaten run came to an abrupt and untimely end as they were beaten by four wickets away at St Albans on Saturday, August 17. Having won the toss, Hemel skipper Duncan Howard would have expected to post a far greater
Fundraising day with ten local bands raising money for Cancer Research and Heathlands School for the Deaf; The White Hart Tap, Keyfield Terrace, St Albans. August 23, 2002 21:00
Wood Turning, by Colin Smith; Mill Green Museum and Mill, Mill Green, Hatfield; 2pm to 5pm; admission free. August 23, 2002 21:00
Stunning tribute to the monsters of rock Led Zeppelin, until 1am; The Horn, Victoria Street, St Albans; admission 5. August 23, 2002 21:00
RADLETT'S poor run of form in the league continued as they were thoroughly outclassed by second-placed Slough in a one-sided contest at Cobden Hill on Saturday, August 17. With the weather hot and humid, Radlett should have held the advantage after winning
THE importance of a top-class overseas' player was underlined at The Common on Saturday, August 17, when Chorleywood's New Zealand import Luke Vivian did his best to disprove the theory that one man does not necessary make a side in a stunning six-wicket
Encaustic Painting by John Hazelwood and Die Cast Model Display by Phil Porter; Mill Green Museum and Mill, Mill Green, Hatfield; 2pm to 5pm; admission free. August 23, 2002 21:00
The End of the Roman Rule in Britain; Verulamium Museum, St Michael's, St Albans; 3pm; admission free. August 23, 2002 21:00
'This Sceptre'd Isle'; St.Mary Magdalene Church, Flaunden; Saturday, August 24 to Monday, August 26; 10am to 5pm. August 23, 2002 21:00
WATFORD have been linked with Dennis Wise, and one paper went so far as to suggest the Hornets are about to sign the player. "To suggest that we could afford to sign a player who has been earning £10,000 or £12,000-a-week is ridiculous," said manager
WITH seven points from their first three games, Watford's opponents tomorrow (Saturday, August 24), Portsmouth, are the fourth-favourites for promotion. Manager Harry Redknapp has brought in nine players this summer, backed by an expansive chairman, and
TWO conclusive victories at the start of their campaign have taken St Albans City FC to the top of the Ryman Premier Division, but the community remain stubbornly underwhelmed. Only 326 saw their opener against Ford United on a glorious Saturday afternoon
MICAH HYDE is likely to come back into first-team contention as Watford travel to in-form, big-spending Portsmouth for what is likely to be a tough fixture tomorrow (Saturday, August 24). Hyde, who hurt his ankle last week, has returned to training and
SARACENS got their tour of Japan underway with an impressive win against Japanese side Sunix on Sunday, August 18. The convincing nine-try victory over a Sanix side, featuring former All Black's Graeme Bachop and Jamie Joseph, follows on the back of a
Barnet 2 Yeovil 1 Mark Arber was Barnet's Captain Marvel with a heroic display at the heart of the defence which inspired a splendid win over Yeovil on Tuesday. Arber, wearing a bandage to protect a head injury sustained late in the first half, still
WITH a performance simply oozing class, St Albans City brushed aside Aylesbury United at a rainy Buckingham Road on Tuesday, August 20, to sweep their way to the summit of the Ryman League, and, if this is a taster of what lies ahead, then Gary Roberts
MILTON KEYNES may feature 350-odd roundabouts, but it was London Colney turning in circles on Saturday, August 17, as the champions began the defence of their title with a 3-2 loss against a City side fast becoming the Blue Boys bogey team. Micky Wright's
COLNEY HEATH kicked off their campaign like a team in a hurry on Saturday, August 17. After failing on two counts to progress to the Premier Division last season, the Magpies began as though they intended to make up for it inside the first few minutes
AT LEAST St Peter's knew things would get better when defending champions Oxhey Jets arrived at Toulmin Drive on Saturday to give them a bit of a lesson for the first 20 minutes of the new season. "We couldn't get the ball off them," said manager John
Ramada Jarvis Hotel (A41), Watford Bypass, Watford; no denim allowed, gentlemen shirts and ties required; last entry 10.45pm; Thursday, August 15, 8.45pm. Tel: 020 8393 0914. August 23, 2002 21:00
ST ALBANS got their HCPL Two East title aspirations back on track with a thrilling comeback against league leaders Hemel Hempstead at Clarence Park on Saturday, August 17. Chasing 140, Saints' championship hopes looked dead and buried at 14-5 in reply
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
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 23, 2002 21:00
AN under-strength Harpenden made light of a Watford Town side who look destined for the drop to claim a nine-wicket victory and keep their promotion dream on track on Saturday, August 17. With three games remaining, Harp trail second-placed Knebworth
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
REDBOURN secured a vital victory on Saturday, August 17, at Rickmansworth to give themselves some hope of salvaging the season and beating the drop. After winning the toss and electing to bat on a dry strip, Chris Yorath and Keith Arnold came together
Meets in the town hall assembly rooms, St Albans; every Tuesday, 6.30pm and 7.15pm; details from Ann on 01582 733271. August 23, 2002 21:00
HARPENDEN'S Ed Corrie came agonisingly close to causing a massive upset at the Boy's Under-15 National Championships at Bournemouth on Saturday, August 17, after losing out in three sets at the semi-final stage. Corrie, who was seeded 15 in the tournament
ST ALBANS Canoe Polo Club made the short journey south to the capital city on Saturday, August 17, to successfully defend the London Internationals tournament. Three matches on Saturday set up a Sunday semi-final against Welsh team Dragons, and after
Meets for badminton, bowls, Scrabble and other activities; YMCA, Charter Place, Watford; Wednesdays, 2pm to 5pm. August 23, 2002 21:00
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 23, 2002 21:00
Meets for various speakers, demonstrations and outings; United Reformed Church Hall, High Street, Bushey; every Wednesday, 7.15pm. August 23, 2002 21:00
Meets at the Bedmond Village Hall, Bedmond; every Friday, 7.30pm. New members are always welcome. August 23, 2002 21:00
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 23, 2002 21:00
Self defence classes. Meets at Town and Country Club, Rosslyn Road, Watford; Wednesdays, 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Beginners welcome. August 23, 2002 21:00
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
Every Sunday, house band plus guests, floorspots, players and singers welcome; The Portland Arms, Portland Street, St Albans; 8.30pm. August 23, 2002 21:00
Melodic jazz and bossa nova every Friday in the bar; Batchwood Golf and Tennis Club, Batchwood Drive, St Albans; 8.30pm; entry free. August 23, 2002 21:00
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 23, 2002 21:00
YMCA, Charter Place, Watford; mainly for senior citizens; every Thursday, 2pm to 4pm; admission 1.50. August 23, 2002 21:00
The Cookery, behind Elim Church, Leavesden Road, north Watford; Mondays, 7pm to 8pm basic Salsa, 8pm to 9pm advanced Salsa. Tel: 07944 462461. August 23, 2002 21:00
David Lloyd Centre, Hartspring Lane, Bushey; Sundays, 7pm to 9pm; admission 6. Tel: 07956 207458. August 23, 2002 21:00
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 23, 2002 21:00
Meets for a varied programme of speakers, demonstations, slides etc; at Bushey Heath Primary School, The Rutts, Bushey Heath; Tuesdays, 8pm to 10pm; everyone welcome. August 23, 2002 21:00
Meets for a varied programme of speakers, demonstrations, slides etc; Yorke Meade School, Dulwich Way, Croxley Green; Tuesdays, 8pm to 10pm. Everyone welcome. August 23, 2002 21:00
A group which listens to varied programme of speakers; United Reformed Church Hall, Bricket Wood; Mondays, 8pm. August 23, 2002 21:00
