East Hertfordshire District Council4 days agoBattery farm approved despite concerns over noiseA council approves plans to build a battery energy storage system across 1.4 hectares of land.4 days ago3 Jan 2025County rules out fast-track devolution bidThe decision means local elections in Hertfordshire will go ahead as planned in May.3 Jan 202530 Oct 2024Two swimming pools to close due to funding issuesThe council says it is willing to review the situation if "significant funding" becomes available.30 Oct 20249 Oct 2024Charity set up to reopen closed swimming poolCampaigners say Ward Freman Pool's closure left a big gap in local services.9 Oct 202419 Sep 2024Residents fear new bins put historic charm at riskA council says it will engage with residents to understand the potential impact.19 Sep 202418 Sep 2024Council chief executive leaves post after five yearsThe council's finance chief is also to leave the authority later this year.18 Sep 202430 Aug 2024Decision not to build 350 new homes overturnedThe inspector says houses are being built too slowly in the area.30 Aug 202430 Aug 2024Anglo-Saxon graves unearthed near historic castleArchaeologists hope the discovery will give clues about Bishop's Stortford's history.30 Aug 202424 Apr 2024Theatre to be renamed as part of £30m redevelopmentWhen it opens in the summer, BEAM will offer theatre, dance, music and film showings. 24 Apr 2024...
