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Sir Alex Ferguson sat in the Lamex's West Stand to watch Stevenage take on Peterborough United in League One.

Manchester United legend Sir Alex Ferguson spotted at Stevenage FC game

Wetherspoon pint and meal.

Hertfordshire's cheapest and most expensive Wetherspoons revealed

Ed Westwick will open Ardeley St Lawrence's Christmas fair this year.

Gossip Girl star Ed Westwick to open village fair near Stevenage

From left to right: Steve Mills (headteacher at Whitehill Junior School), Billy Byrne and Adam Astill at the quiz.

Holby City stars help out with Hitchin charity quiz

The incident occurred at around 8pm on Tuesday, October 24.

Man left with serious leg injury after Stevenage assault

Davis was able to save a man's life after attending a Biker Down and Bike Safe course in Stevenage.

Motorcyclist saves fellow biker's life, days after Stevenage safety course

Herts police had to deal with an incident on the A602, near the junction with Coreys Mill Lane.

Why were Stevenage roads congested this morning?

The launch will take place at Our Lady Immaculate and St Andrew Catholic Church.

'End this evil trade' - Anti-slavery project launches in Hitchin

The new 'micro woods' will join the trees planted at Fairlands Valley Park earlier this year (pictured).

Three new 'micro woods' to be planted in Stevenage

Nando’s plans to open 14 new restaurants in the UK this year

Nando's announces plans to open new UK restaurants

Police have asked anybody with information about the attempted thefts to contact them.

Three attempted car thefts in 24 hours in Stevenage

Roebuck Veterinary Group asked dog walkers to avoid Chells Park.

Stevenage vets suspect 'human faecal matter' behind Chells Park dog 'poisonings'

Concerns as Stevenage council property left empty amid housing crisis

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Hitchin Thespians rehearsing 'Christmas at Woodside'

Hitchin Thespians present seasonal favourite 'Christmas at Woodside'

Citizens Advice North Herts can help people get the support they need this Christmas

Citizens Advice North Herts appeals for donations this Christmas

Jo Heneker discusses her sustainability goals

Sustainability: How to choose your United Nations Sustainable Development goals

Rail strikes from the RMT and Aslef unions have been happening since June 2022

When are the December 2023 rail strikes and what train lines are affected?

Roebuck Veterinary Group is warning dog owners to stay away from Chells Park.

Stevenage vets issue park warning after dogs 'poisoned'

More acts have been announced for Slam Dunk Festival 2024.

Slam Dunk Festival 2024: More acts announced for packed line-up

Temperatures will drop well below zero in the coming days.

Freezing temperatures set to hit Hertfordshire this week

The substation would be built in a small car park off Avenue One.

Planning application submitted for new Letchworth substation

Shahzad Akbar was a member of Imran Khan's (pictured) government.

Imran Khan’s former adviser attacked with acid in Hertfordshire home

Craft and Cleaver is taking over the former Prezzo unit in Bancroft.

Official opening date announced for Hitchin's Craft & Cleaver

G La Roche entertained the crowds at Baldock's Christmas Fayre and light switch-on, 2021

Baldock Christmas Fayre back with a bang this weekend

Jamie Lynne Spears has had a tough time being away from her children

Jamie Lynn Spears dramatically QUITS I'm A Celebrity on medical grounds

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Ed Westwick will open Ardeley St Lawrence's Christmas fair this year.

Gossip Girl star Ed Westwick to open village fair near Stevenage

Hitchin Thespians rehearsing 'Christmas at Woodside'

Hitchin Thespians present seasonal favourite 'Christmas at Woodside'

Wetherspoon pint and meal.

Hertfordshire's cheapest and most expensive Wetherspoons revealed

Nando’s plans to open 14 new restaurants in the UK this year

Nando's announces plans to open new UK restaurants

G La Roche entertained the crowds at Baldock's Christmas Fayre and light switch-on, 2021

Baldock Christmas Fayre back with a bang this weekend

Singer Junior Andre joined Stevenage mayor Myla Arceno, mayor's consort John Arceno and Stevenage Borough Council leader Richard Henry to switch on the Christmas lights.

'Fabulous crowd' at Stevenage town centre Christmas lights switch-on

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Sport

Sir Alex Ferguson sat in the Lamex's West Stand to watch Stevenage take on Peterborough United in League One.

Manchester United legend Sir Alex Ferguson spotted at Stevenage FC game

The Hitchin Sunday League continued with a chilly but sunny morning.

Hitchin Sunday League: Arlesey Town leap above GSS to League Two summit

Lauren Parker has overcome spinal surgery to land a European title shot. Picture: COURTESY OF LAUREN PARKER

Lauren Parker ready for European title shot after surviving spinal surgery

Steve Evans was proud of his players in the 2-2 draw with Peterborough. Picture: TGS PHOTO

Pride for Evans in holding Peterborough but still some regrets from Stevenage boss

Luther James-Wildin put Stevenage in front against Peterborough. Picture: TGS PHOTO

Stevenage have to settle for draw after being pegged back by Peterborough United

Stevenage took on Peterborough United in League One at the Lamex.

RECAP: Stevenage 2 Peterborough United 2 - League One result as it happened

Blueharts sixths beat Welwyn Garden City on a frosty day. Picture: BLUEHARTS HC

Hockey round-up: Frosty day doesn't hamper Blueharts and Stevenage

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Lifestyle

A display for a Roman coin at North Herts Museum now refers to Elagabalus with she/her pronouns.

North Herts Museum changes display to reclassify Roman emperor as trans woman

The Sherwood Forester (pictured) is one of the steam locomotives that will be passing through Hertfordshire this weekend.

Two steam trains to pass through Hertfordshire this weekend

Standard-bearers gathered on the Bowling Green for the Service of Remembrance.

Stevenage Remembrance Sunday 2023 in pictures

Hitchin residents congregated at the War Memorial for an Act of Remembrance on Remembrance Sunday.

Hitchin Remembrance Sunday 2023 in pictures

Stanley found this unexploded "tank missile" while gardening in Letchworth.

Roads closed after Letchworth gardener discovers unexploded 'missile'

Len (right) reunited with Nelly, 79 years after he had stayed with her family during the Second World War.

WWII veteran reunited with family he stayed with - after 79 years

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National News

Police attempt to put out flares that have been thrown towards them outside the stadium before the UEFA Europa Conference League Group E match at Villa Park, Birmingham (David Davies/PA)

Four police officers injured in ‘disgusting scenes’ at Aston Villa match

Mia Schem was released after 55 days in captivity in Gaza (AP)

Israeli military confirms release of six more hostages in Gaza Strip

What the papers say (PA)

What the papers say – December 1

The Prince and Princess of Wales at the Royal Variety Performance at the Royal Albert Hall (Aaron Chown, PA)

Prince and Princess of Wales appear ‘relaxed’ at Royal Variety Performance

The King and Prime Minister Rishi Sunak are attending the Cop28 climate summit in Dubai (Daniel Leal/PA)

King and Sunak to attend Cop28 as leaders assess bids to tackle climate change

Greater Manchester Police Chief Constable Stephen Watson replaced Ian Hopkins in May 2021 (James Speakman/PA)

Significant improvements by Greater Manchester Police, inspection finds

A woman with her dog in snow in Swarland, Northumberland (Owen Humphreys/PA)

Wintry showers and sub-zero temperatures set to continue

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