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School’s play area built with soil from HS2 tunnel officially opened

A new artist-designed play area, commissioned by HS2 Ltd, has been opened at Rickmansworth’s Maple Cross JMI school. Created from soil excavated from the high speed railway’s Chilterns Tunnel. 14 October 2021

Panto is back at Watersmeet. Meet the star of Cinderella, Lucy Benjamin

Last Christmas, Cinderella never made it to the ball. The annual pantomime at Watersmeet Theatre in Rickmansworth has been a firm family favourite since it opened in 1975. But in 2020, as the Covid pandemic shut down the whole country, for the first time in the theatre’s history, the walls of its 500-seat auditorium no longer shook to the laughter of delighted children. 14 October 2021

Former Uber driver swaps life on the road for new shop in Three Rivers

It was a boom time for freelance drivers back in 2019 – and getting an Uber was as natural as catching a bus. But it all came to an abrupt end in March 2020 as the storm cloud of the Covid pandemic meant staying in was not just the new going out, it was the only option. For one Uber driver at least, the answer has been to swap his car key for the keys to a new Nisa Local grocery store in Chorleywood. 7 October 2021

Huge response from public to consultation over Three Rivers Local Plan

More than 20,000 individual comments have been received from the public in the recent consultation on the Three Rivers district Local Plan. 5 October 2021

COP26 is coming to Watersmeet Theatre, Rickmansworth

A panel of experts will be discussing Climate Change at an event hosted by Three Rivers District Council ahead of the international climate summit COP26 in Glasgow. 30 September 2021

Sound archive project to tell the story of black history in Three Rivers

The first comprehensive oral history of the experiences of black people visiting, living and working in Three Rivers is being launched as part of events to mark Black History Month 2021. 29 September 2021

New business mentoring programme launched to help boost local economy

An ambitious new mentoring scheme designed to help businesses bounce back from the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and boost the local economy is being launched across Three Rivers district. 24 September 2021

Pilot project launched to help people have a better period

A new pilot project has been launched by Three Rivers District Council to help residents “have a better period” by making period products available to everyone, while also protecting the environment and breaking down stigmas. 23 September 2021

South Oxhey Leisure Centre celebrates success one year on from refurbishment

To mark the one year anniversary of its impressive extension and brand new facilities, South Oxhey Leisure Centre, managed by sports and leisure operator Everyone Active in partnership with Three Rivers District Council, hosted a free open day for the local community to enjoy. 23 September 2021

Grants set to help even more businesses across Three Rivers as eligibility is widened

Grants of up to £5,000 are now available to even smaller businesses as part of a major programme from Three Rivers District to boost the post-pandemic economic recovery. 21 September 2021

High Street experts on hand to help boost high street trade across Three Rivers

Shops and other traders across Three Rivers district are able to apply for new specialist support from leading experts aimed at getting more customers through their doors in the key months before Christmas. 21 September 2021

Funding boost for charities and community groups

Community groups and voluntary organisations across Three Rivers and Watford that have been supporting people during the pandemic could be eligible for a funding boost. 14 September 2021

Fly-tipper caught red handed by council officer pleads guilty in court

A fly-tipper who was caught red handed dumping garden waste on the side of the road has been successfully prosecuted by Three Rivers District Council. 14 September 2021

Third phase of South Oxhey Central reaches highest point

The third phase of a new £218m development in South Oxhey is moving at pace after a topping out ceremony was held last week to mark construction reaching its highest point. 14 September 2021

Refurbished Woodlands Café opens at the heart of Leavesden Country Park

A very pleasant aroma has been wafting through Leavesden Country Park recently– it’s the smell of freshly baked woodland muffins, just one of a selection of tasty treats available at the newly refurbished Woodlands Café. 9 September 2021

What do you think of your high street? Survey of shops and shoppers launched

New survey from Three Rivers District Council will help inform a programme of support for high street retailers 7 September 2021

Become a Community Champion and help tackle isolation

Did you help a neighbour, friend or relative through lockdown by delivering shopping or keeping them company? 6 September 2021

The Red Ensign flies at Three Rivers House

The Red Ensign flag is flying at Three Rivers House, Rickmansworth today, Friday 3 September, to mark Merchant Navy Day in the UK. 3 September 2021

Public has say on vision for new developments across Three Rivers district

More than 2,500 responses have been received sharing views on the crucial plan for potential developments across Three Rivers district over fifteen years.MORE than 2,500 responses have been received sharing views on the crucial plan for potential developments across Three Rivers district over fifteen years. 2 September 2021

Events held across Three Rivers to mark Great Big Green Week

A host of free activities will be taking place in Three Rivers this month as part of a nationwide campaign to highlight the need for urgent action on the climate emergency. 2 September 2021

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