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Candidate selection
So the Liberal Democrats are putting up only one candidate in six Borehamwood wards, Radlett and Shenley on May 1 (On the campaign trail', April 11). Why, as a Conservative, does this annoy me? I sit on the Borehamwood planning committee, on which
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Making a difference
I am writing in response to the letter Smashing Charity, (Letters, April 4). The Borehamwood Cancer Research UK shop is always very grateful for the community's support. Thanks to volunteers, donators and customers, the shops have successfully raised
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Stop being so secretive
I read with interest the interview with Elstree Film Studios' Jeremy Pelzer (Studio boss is ready for his close-up, just', April 11). It was surprising Mr Pelzer felt he should comment on his belief that the studios shouldn't be a 'political' issue.
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Toilet tissues and issues
Following last week's letter asking about the progress of the community toilet scheme for Borehamwood (Bogged down', April 11), I thought residents may wish to hear that an update on the matter came to last Wednesday's executive meeting at Hertsmere Borough
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Some cross signals
I had to write to you to express my concern regarding the traffic signals in London Road, Shenley. As a motorist I am fed up with roadworks. However as far as these traffic signals are concerned I am more worried about the walking public. In London
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Is it a good storey?
I wonder if I am the only person concerned at the demolition of the single storey dwellings at the junction of Balmoral and Arundel Drives, by William Sutton Homes. While inevitable, I am thinking of the height of replacements. The breathtaking views
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Baking for twins
Becoming an adult can mean putting other people's needs before your own, and two Radlett sisters have marked their Jewish coming of age ceremonies by doing just that. Abi and Eli Samuels, of Newlands Avenue, celebrated their batmitzvahs by raising money
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Elstree composting site's expansion plans refused
An Elstree composting centre will not be allowed to expand after a planning application to increase the number of lorries using its site was turned down. Hertfordshire County Council's Development Control Committee rejected Reviva Composting's retrospective
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Former Radlett teacher launches books for toddlers
A new series of workbooks aimed at helping children enjoy their education is set to be launched by a former Radlett nursery school teacher. Jenny Briggs ran Radlett Nursery and Infants School, in Cobden Hill, for more than 20 years and now hopes to give
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Elstree fraudster must repay benefits money
An Elstree woman has been ordered to pay back more than £1,260 of fraudulently claimed benefits. On Wednesday, St Albans Crown Court sentenced Julie Bedford to 150 hours of unpaid work and told her she must return the money. Last month she was found
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See Wood v Carshalton for £1
Fans have the chance to watch Boreham Wood's final two home matches for just £1 a game. And both matches will be free to U14s. However, supporters must collect their match ticket from the club before noon this Saturday. A club spokesman said: "We hope
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U18s are victims of their own success
Boreham Wood U18s, who have remained unbeaten this season apart from the Swansea City FA Youth Cup defeat, have a ridiculous congestion of fixtures, all because of their own success. In the last few weeks, they have won their league and have successfully
