Hertfordshire County Council elections were held on Thursday 1 May 2025 The full list of county council election results for the Welwyn Hatfield area can be found on the Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council website.  By-elections were also held for two casual vacancies on Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council.  Fiona Thomson (Conservative) was elected in Brookmans Park and Little Heath ward and Fauzia Haider (Liberal Democrats) was elected in Peartree ward. Dan Hatfield is hopping into his time machine and travelling through the decades to value some classic collectibles and antiques This week he’s visiting the home of viewer Kelly Scott who has a vast collection of 80s toys from her childhood John transforms the humble tin of corned beef into delicious corned beef hash party pies a campaigner for graduated driving licences who says that if these rules had been in place Jo Good is back with her ultimate guide to denim for every age and budget Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council has appointed civil engineering specialist Henderson & Taylor to lead the redevelopment of Hatfield Market Place The project is a key component of the council’s Hatfield Town Centre regeneration programme which aims to breathe new life into the town and make it a thriving and attractive place for people to live providing a welcoming environment where families and people of all ages can relax play and enjoy quality time in the heart of the town centre Henderson & Taylor are a multi-disciplinary contractor with over 60 years of industry experience delivering projects in Hertfordshire and the South of England which has been developed with input from the local community aims to reflect the needs of residents while supporting local businesses by increasing footfall and encouraging longer visits.  The redevelopment builds on previous projects including the regeneration of White Lion Square and One Town Centre and is being delivered through funding secured through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund This project marks a significant step forward in creating a thriving “The redevelopment of Market Place is an important part of our regeneration programme for Hatfield Town Centre and demonstrates this administration's ongoing commitment to deliver on our priority of supporting vibrant town centres This project will create a new sustainable community-focused public space at Market Place that boosts footfall and offers and welcoming environment for both residents and businesses  I look forward to seeing this transformation take shape and the positive impact it will have on Hatfield and on our Town Centre.” Managing Director from Henderson & Taylor said: “We are delighted to have been awarded the contract.  The redevelopment of Market Place in Hatfield will be a wonderful addition to the town centre and we look forward to collaborating with Council colleagues on this important project.” To find out more and to stay up to date with the progress please visit one.welhat.gov.uk/market-place Hatfield Town Centre’s family fun events are making a return this March adding even more vibrancy to the town alongside its regular markets Organised by Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council these events will once again deliver fantastic entertainment strengthen community connections and support local businesses Visitors can test their skills with Hook-a-Duck take on a strength challenge and try out a mega buzz wire all while enjoying the lively atmosphere in the heart of Hatfield a variety of themed events will take place on the second and last Saturday of each month throughout spring and summer Families can look forward to a one-of-a-kind Pokémon event and an interactive circus skills experience ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy Hatfield Community Day and the Romanian Festival last year the council is pleased to continue its commitment to cultural diversity collaborating with local communities to deliver even more cultural and inclusive events reflecting the town's diversity and bringing people together Hatfield’s markets continue to play an important role in supporting local businesses and attracting visitors to the town centre The General Market runs every Wednesday and Saturday from 8am to 3pm between Asda and White Lion Square held on the first Saturday of each month from 8am until early afternoon and crafts from local growers and artisans Leader of the Council and Executive Member for Economic Development and Climate Change said: "I am delighted that the Hatfield Town Centre events are back and even better than last year and build on the strong sense of community in Hatfield while playing a vital role in supporting our markets and local businesses Participating in these events helps boost the town centre all while enjoying fantastic entertainment." Brays Markets are looking for traders to run stalls at the markets. If you are interested, please contact: email@bray-associates.co.uk YMCA Magic with their Physique prizes after winning one of three places in the 2025-25 Premier League 3 season Team Jets and YMCA Magic will compete in Premier League 3 in the 2025-26 season after winning the Play-Offs After finishing eighth by just a single point in the 2024-25 Premier League 3 campaign Hatfield defended their spot in the competition they edged out Sussex NRG Tigers in a closely contested 48-50 victory before running out comfortable 48-74 winners against Barr Beacon in Group C They picked up where they left off on day two making it three from three in the group stages with a 67-42 win against Riverside who also competed in last year’s Play-Offs and were determined to make the step up overcoming the North West regional winners 56-45 to make it a second successful consecutive year competing in the Play-Offs led by former Vitality Roses captain Serena Kersten (née Guthrie) They started the competition brightly with back-to-back victories over Hertford Hornets Blue (52-42) and YMCA Magic (53-44) in Group A on day one Their form continued on day two with a 48-39 win over BSV Billericay to complete a clean sweep in their group Having missed out in last season’s Play-Offs defeating North East regional winners Riverside 54-50 in their final game YMCA Magic have made history and have booked their place in Premier League 3 for the very first time The Yorkshire & Humberside regional winner laid down a marker of intent with an opening 56-39 victory over BSV Billericay They bounced back from a 53-44 defeat to Team Jets with a 47-43 win against Hertford Hornets Blue to finish as runners-up in Group A and set up a decisive clash with the previously unbeaten Group B winners Hyde Park earning their spot in Premier League 3 for the upcoming season A full list of results from the Play-Offs can be viewed here A huge thank you to Gilbert Netball for being the Official Ball Supplier and Physique for supplying the winners with goodie bags and first aid kits Congratulations and thank you to all the players volunteers and supporters involved in a brilliant weekend of netball