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Aladdin team managed to magic up an audience after Hitchin panto punters backed out

Yesterday, 22:25

An adult panto rose to the occasion after learning a block-booking had been cancelled – by offering a free performance in Hitchin.

Organists pulling out all the stops to boost historic Baldock church’s restoration appeal

Yesterday, 20:30

Baldock’s historic parish church is hosting an organ show extravaganza to raise money for a major roof repair.

CCTV image released after pensioner’s wallet stolen in Letchworth

Yesterday, 17:18 James Scott

Police wish to speak to this man in relation to a theft which took place in Letchworth on January 19.

A CCTV image of a man has been released today after a pensioner’s wallet was stolen in Letchworth.

TV chef Tom serves up star praise for venue – and loves Hitchin, too!

Yesterday, 16:49 by Layth Yousif

The face of a hugely popular television programme highlighting British food hosted a prestigious industry awards ceremony in Hitchin yesterday

Policeman from Hitchin appears at crown court today on rape charge

Yesterday, 16:31 by Layth Yousif

PC Leigh Brightman charged with raping a teenager.

A Hitchin policeman who has been charged with rape and other sexual offences appeared in crown court for the first time today.

Stevenage man, 21, sentenced to 19 years in prison after committing ‘brutal attack’ on his grandfather

Fire in Hitchin town centre being treated as arson

Woman taken to hospital after two-car crash blocks Stevenage road

Feature: Ten minutes of your time can help save three people’s lives - give blood

‘A man was walking around with blood on his head’ – Fight breaks out in Hitchin bar

Warning issued to Bedfordshire village after two burglaries in one afternoon

Stevenage FC

Six-game unbeaten run over as Stevenage are undone with late goal

Saturday, January 24, 2015 Tom Sharp

James Collins’ 88th minute solo effort capped a stand-out individual performance and in the process brought an end to Stevenage’s fine unbeaten run as Boro lost 3-2 at promotion-chasing Shrewsbury.

Match preview: Shrewsbury Town vs Stevenage

Friday, January 23, 2015 Michael Edwards

Tom Conlon celebrates with Darius Charles in the first meeting between Stevenage and Shrewsbury, which Boro won.

Graham Westley believes Stevenage face out of the toughest challenges League Two throws up on Saturday: an away trip to Shrewsbury Town.

Westley praises new signing McAllister

Thursday, January 22, 2015 Michael Edwards

David McAllister, left, in action against Exeter City last month. Photo: Harry Hubbard

David McAllister has played a “strong part” in Stevenage’s recent improvement, according to manager Graham Westley.

Striker leaves Bristol Rovers by mutual consent

Tuesday, January 20, 2015 Damion Roberts

Ryan Brunt enjoyed a loan spell with Stevenage earlier this season but is now set to sign for Plymouth

Stevenage sign David McAllister

Tuesday, January 20, 2015 Damion Roberts

Former Shrewsbury Town midfielder joins on a permanent deal

Sport

GALLERY: Dunstable leave the Armadillo with three points

Yesterday, 17:00 Michael Edwards

Arlesey Town failed to build on last week’s excellent win over Frome Town as they were beaten 2-0 by Dunstable Town at the Armadillo Stadium.

Craig heads to Spain for Santa Pola half marathon

Hitchin’s Evens claims new European record at Biggleswade

Regional lacrosse call-ups for Princess Helena College students

Top 10 finish for Sasegbon in Holland

What's On

Chalktown are checking in for ceilidh session in Baldock on Friday

Yesterday, 22:30

The first Unicorn ceilidh session of 2015 strikes up at Baldock Arts & Heritage Centre on Friday night, with local favourites Chalktown providing the music.