Scarlett Dixon

In this special report, the Herts Advertiser examines what powers are available to restrict or ban the charity collectors operating in the city centre, and asks why the district council chooses not to introduce them.

A local volunteer organisation has won a place in a national Christmas lights competition.

A charity cricket tournament is being held in memory of a former St Albans schoolboy.

A local artist is to cycle 1,000 miles in just 12 days, to raise money for a local hospice which cared for his beloved mum.