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What's the ad not telling you? A cheap price and speedy collection won’t tell you where your rubbish will end up Rogue waste traders can take your money and dump your waste illegally Check before you book. Don’t fall for a #RubbishDeal #FightFlytipping orlo.uk/Bcvxv
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TOMORROW! 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 Join us for a day packed with exciting science workshops, a science dome, face painting, live music from Music2Connect, and family-friendly story time and arts and crafts at the library. 🤩 🕚 11am-3pm 📍 Hatfield Town Centre
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📣 Have your say on a proposed parish council for Welwyn Garden City. Following community support in the first consultation, Full Council has approved a second consultation on a more detailed proposal for the new council. Complete the survey by 31 Oct 👉 orlo.uk/ND3WN
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🍎Introduce your kids to the joy of exploring and tasting food at these hands-on sessions! 🍌 Discover a variety of seasonal fruit and vegetables, household ingredients and occasional treats. 👉 Find out more and book your tickets: orlo.uk/rzR3Y
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🗨️ Together with @EastHerts, we have launched a further period of public consultation on the Birchall Garden Suburb planning application. The new round of consultation follows the submission of additional information by the applicant. 👉 Read more: orlo.uk/CMTLc
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Build your confidence skills to help you thrive in work and everyday life on this 5-week course. 📍 Hatfield Library 🗓️ Thursdays from 12 November 🕙 10am-12.30pm 👉 Find out more and book: orlo.uk/QSEbq
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🚩 “Best price.” “Cash deals.” “Hassle-free.” Rogue waste traders can use tempting offers to look legitimate online. Check before you book. Don’t fall for a #RubbishDeal. 👉 orlo.uk/3qWn2
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🤝 TODAY (Weds 14 October): Join our Community Catch-Up at Wheatley Road, WGC! 🕚 1.30-4pm 🤝 Meet your neighbourhood officer 👮 Get crime prevention advice 🧯 Book a fire safety check 🤝 Dispose of your bulky waste
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🏘️ Have your say on the final version of our draft Local Plan 🗨️ We're inviting residents, businesses and other stakeholders to provide feedback on the final version of the borough’s draft Local Plan. 👉 Find out more and have your say by 5 November: orlo.uk/kruji
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🏗️ We have now formally granted planning permission for the redevelopment of the former Shredded Wheat Factory site in WGC. The project will create a vibrant, mixed-use neighbourhood while repurposing some of the town's most iconic buildings. Read more👉 orlo.uk/5UyFN
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🤝 Join our Community Catch-Up at Wheatley Road, WGC! 🗓️ Weds 14 October 🕚 1.30-4pm 🤝 Meet your neighbourhood officer 👮 Get crime prevention advice 🧯 Book a fire safety check 🤝 Dispose of your bulky waste
Flyer for a Community Catch-Up event on Wheatley Road, October 14, 2026, from 1.30pm to 4pm.

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🍂 Make the most of autumn in Welwyn Hatfield! From colourful parks and heritage sites to local attractions and family days out, there’s plenty to discover as the seasons change! 👉 Find inspiration for your next adventure: orlo.uk/YbE1K
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💚 We are pleased to be hosting a community screening of the People's Emergency Briefing at @campuswestwgc , in partnership with CultureWood. This compelling documentary explores the effects of the climate and nature crisis and how people can respond. ℹ️ orlo.uk/O8Qym
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🍎Introduce your kids to the joy of exploring and tasting food at these hands-on sessions! 🍌 Discover a variety of seasonal fruit and vegetables, household ingredients and occasional treats. 👉 Find out more and book your tickets: orlo.uk/l6f4F
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🤝 Join our Community Catch-Up at Wheatley Road, WGC! 🗓️ Weds 14 October 🕚 1.30-4pm 🤝 Meet your neighbourhood officer 👮 Get crime prevention advice 🧯 Book a fire safety check 🤝 Dispose of your bulky waste
Flyer for a Community Catch-Up event on Wheatley Road, October 14, 2026, from 1.30pm to 4pm.

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📣 Have your say on a proposed parish council for Welwyn Garden City. Following community support in the first consultation, Full Council has approved a second consultation on a more detailed proposal for the new council. Complete the survey by 31 Oct 👉 orlo.uk/Chv34
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🏘️ Have your say on the final version of our draft Local Plan 🗨️ We're inviting residents, businesses and other stakeholders to provide feedback on the final version of the borough’s draft Local Plan. 👉 Find out more and have your say by 5 November: orlo.uk/5fA1p
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Hertfordshire County Council is seeking local knowledge that could help shape a possible wider network of 20mph roads in Hatfield and Welwyn Garden City. Share your views before consultations close on Sunday 11 October. Read more 👉 orlo.uk/M2u9e
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⛲ This morning we had the honour of turning the Coronation Fountain in WGC pink, to mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The Coronation Fountain will remain pink until 31 October, so please share your pics to help raise awareness and show support orlo.uk/rPacS
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We do declare it was a merry day indeed! On Saturday we stepped back in time and celebrated Hatfield’s rich history with a fantastic day full of stories, activities, amazing characters and plenty of fun in the town centre! 🏰✨ A big thanks to everyone who came along 😍
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