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BODY FOUND NEAR ST ALBANS IN SEARCH FOR MISSING ALAN

Tuesday, 23 August 2011 11:29

Police searching for missing man Alan Spray, who was last seen in St Albans, have found a body which they believe to be him.

The body was found by a member of the public at about 9.12am this morning in the grounds of the Gorhambury estate, near St Albans.

Alan, aged 73 and from Hatfield, went missing on Saturday July 30 from his wife’s place of work, on Verulam Road in St Albans. Officers launched a search for him supported by colleagues from the Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire dog unit, specialist search teams and Bedfordshire Police where Alan had links.

Formal identification is still due to take place.

Friday, 19 August 2011 12:46

Tickets for Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter will go on sale from 13^th October 2011 via www.wbstudiotour.co.uk, prior to the attraction’s Grand Opening in Spring 2012.

Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter will offer visitors for the first time ever a unique behind-the-scenes tour of the most successful film series of all time. Guests will be able to see firsthand the sheer scale and detail of the actual sets, costumes, animatronics, special effects and props used in all eight of the Harry Potter films.

Spread over 150,000 square feet including two dedicated soundstages at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, the home of the Harry Potter film productions for over ten years, Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter will showcase the British artistry, technology and talent that went into bringing this beloved film series to life.

Thursday, 18 August 2011 14:45

If positivity translated into Championship points then Watford's Sean Dyche would currently be leading the club towards the top of the league table.

The Hornets' gaffer is still bristling with belief despite the team getting one point from the first three games.

VOTE FOR YOUR FAVOURITE GREEN FLAG PARK

Tuesday, 23 August 2011 08:49

Last month, six of Hertsmere’s parks were awarded with a Green Flag Award – a sign that they are among the best in the country. But the awards don’t stop there, all six sites also have the chance to win the People’s Choice Award.

This award is voted for by the public, so if you want to see your local park receive another national accolade as the people’s choice, then make sure you cast your vote.

The six parks with Green Flags are:

AberfordParkin Borehamwood

Bushey Rose Garden (in Bushey)
King George Recreation Ground in Bushey #
Fishers Field Local Nature Reserve in Bushey
OakmereParkin Potters Bar
Parkfield in Potters Bar

Friday, 19 August 2011 12:15

A number of items of jewellery have been recovered after a warrant was executed at an address in Borehamwood.

Officers believe they may have been stolen but have not been able to trace them back to their owners, so are appealing for anyone who recognises them to come forward.

These items are a yellow metal wedding ring engraved with ‘CHRIS 13/6/98 IWALY’ and a yellow gold metal heart locket engraved with ‘BD’.

The warrant was executed on Friday 22 July.

A man in his 50s from Borehamwood has been arrested on suspicion of possession of Class B drugs. He has been police bailed until September.

If you believe that these items belong to you, please contact DC Clare Edlin via the non-emergency number 101.

APPEAL FROM LEEDS CORONERS

Thursday, 18 August 2011 14:23

Leeds Coroners are appealing for relatives of 85 year old John Wojciechowski to come forward.

He died of natural causes yesterday 17th August at his home address on Silk Mill Drive.

It is believed he may have a sister, a niece and a nephew living in the Rickmansworth area of Hertfordshire. Following enquiries, it is believed that his nephew may have been blind but worked as a piano tuner in the Rickmansworth area.

He is also thought to have relatives in Berkshire, and in Poland.

Any friends or relatives are asked to contact coroners officer Daniel Stoker on (0113) 3970600.

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