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JANUARY 2026 Editor. Ron Taylor
Genetic modification of plants will be essential to avert future food shortages.
The team, from Rothamsted Research and from Syngenta Crop Science and Symmetry Bioanalytics in the US are working to develop new strategies.
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How can we in Harpenden help Save the Planet?
Reduce Your carbon footprint? Be more sustainable.?
Feeling “frazzled” and need to talk and share your stories. Frazzled Cafe is NEW in Harpenden. At the EMC every Monday.
Harpenden Helping Hand are looking to recruit more drivers to help meet the needs of local people? LEARN MORE or go to
Volunteering at the Memory Lane Cafe brings me a lot of joy. Find out how it helps those with Dementia.
Please be aware of a car park scam involving car parks using the PayByPhone Service.
It arises when people search for the PayByPhone app or website.
Oct. E-scooters being confiscated and destroyed by police in Hertfordshire. Learn more
Harpenden Public Halls bought by ChristChurch Harpenden for use as a permanent building for their church. Learn more.
PCC welcomes funding for more neighbourhood police officers and PCSOs in Hertfordshire. Learn more
Feb 18. Shock News , SADC approves 550 Homes development in NW Harpenden, despite the Local Plan recommending only 290 homes.
Sept 23. Harpenden Business Forum generates active support for local businesses following meeting at Red Gables Sept 15 Learn more
Support the National Spitfire Project by owning a Supermarine Spitfire sculpture from Molasses House in Station Rd. Learn more
Dec 8. Judicial Review of Luton Airport expansion decision made in favour of the Government as airport expansion was NOT unlawful. Learn more
Nov The tastiest and healthiest cakes and pastries in Harpenden.
From ARTICHOKE BAKE & MORE in Leyton road.
Nov. New Appointment system for booking a GP at Davenport House
Surgery. Learn more
Dec. NEW DROP OFF AND PASSENGER COLLECTION PARKING arrangements at London Luton Airport. Learn more
DEC. NEW CAFE NOW OPEN at ARTICHOKE BAKE & MORE in Leyton Road.
JAN 20.TOWN COUNCIL INDEPENDENT RESEARCH
ON ACCESSING TOWN CENTRE NOW PUBLISHED. Learn more
March 14. Harpenden Library Event. Swordsmen of the Silver Screen with Sword-master Andy Wilkinson.
Sat. 14 March 6.30pm – 8.00pm
Ticket price: £7.70. Learn more
Dec. SADC has voted for the option of two unitary authorities as its preferred model for the future of local government in Hertfordshire. Learn more
Just a few SALES across the Harpenden High Street LEARN MORE
Jan 18, Big Cup Win in WOMEN'S SENIOR CHALLENGE CUP QUARTER -FINAL.
COLNEY HEATH LADIES 0 HARPENDEN TOWN WOMEN 6
Hertfordshire Police & Crime Commissioner strongly opposed to Government’s plans to scrap Jury trials
Dec. fit20 Harpenden Celebrates One Year with 160 Members and Remarkable Local Results. Learn more
Feb 6."From Gold To Rio - The Greatest Hits Of Spandau Ballet And Duran Duran"
Feb 8.
"Living The Life Of Riley"
A Nationally Acclaimed Stage Play
The Eric Morecambe Centre, Harpenden
Shows Starts At 7.30pm
15% off all Bathroom and Shower products in the WINTER SALE at Ripples in Harpenden.
Harpenden Society Public Meeting Jan 22. 2026.
This will feature the Local Plan update and the implications of further government planning legislation. Two key Local Council politicians will speak.Making this an important start to 2026 for Harpenden residents. Learn more
Harpenden Springs Care Home
Opening in Spring 2026, Harpenden Springs is a state-of-the-art care home offering luxury green living with exceptional care. With 75 private ensuite rooms, this purpose-built care home will be powered by 100% electricity.
JAN 15. NOW OPEN. The NEW Location for Harpenden Building Society on corner of Church Green. Learn more
Jan 6. The Metabolic Way Announces 2026 Dates After Successful First Programme
Following the strong success of its debut programme, which concluded in mid-December, The Metabolic Way is returning to Harpenden with newly released dates for 2026.
Jan 22 -25 at the EMC
BEAUTY and the BEAST. The Hurst Children’s Theatre Group are ready to make you laugh, cry and singalong; with their rendition of the classic story: Beauty and the Beast
Jan 30, Batford Community Connect
A free, drop-in event for the Batford community on Friday 30th January 2026 from 11am-2pm at Batford Methodist Church. Learn more
SATURDAY 17TH JANUARY
Cup defeat for Harpenden Men in ISUZU FA VASE 4TH ROUND.
HARPENDEN TOWN 1 WHITSTABLE TOWN 4
Friday Feb 20th
A fun filled event with a purpose at Harpenden Library. For Children and adults 2.30 - 4.00pm
JAN 20. Shaping the future of local government in Hertfordshire. WHAT’S BEST FOR HARPENDEN.
Harpenden History Society has issued its programme of exhibitions in the museum and monthly talks for 2026.
Jan 21. The ‘Redbourn Residents Group’ OPPOSES THE LAWES TRUST PLANS FOR 1,000 NEW HOMES. Learn more
Jan 21. Have you discovered Harpenden’s newest Coffee Shop?
UNMATCHED CLUB has been open for 3 months and is attracting a wide range of ages from people who really appreciate fully flavoured coffee. LEARN MORE
Jan 27. Nickey Line Development - A Talk by David Abernethy, Venue: High Street Methodist Church, High Street, Harpenden, 8pm,
