TWO of the world’s smallest breed of goat have arrived at Willows Farm Village in London Colney. Originating in Africa and introduced to the UK as zoo animals in the 19th Century, pygmy goats reach a shoulder height of only 40 to 57cms and usually weigh between 18 and 30kg. Anna Wolfe, a farmer at the Coursers Road farm, said: “The two goats were born in the spring and are just adorable. Pygmy goats are hardy, gentle and inquisitive and love the company of humans. They are immensely cheeky – climbing on each others’ backs to get a better view of what is going on – that’s also why they are also known as African Tree Goats.” Pictured is farm helper Erda Ferreira with one of the goats.

Horses in peril from killer weed
10:05am Friday 18th August
LANDOWNERS and conservationists are warning of the dangers of ragwort, a plant fatal to horses which is spreading because of the dry summer.

HMS returns home
10:04am Friday 18th August
ROYAL Navy warship HMS , which evacuated more than 240 Britons from war-torn Lebanon, finally returns home to Portsmouth today after one of its most gruelling deployments.

Celebrity guests at Hatfield House County Show
10:03am Friday 18th August
ANIMALS of all shapes and sizes will be on display at the Hatfield House Country Show, which runs from today until Sunday.

Review is bitter pill for trust
10:01am Friday 18th August
THE trust that runs the QEII Hospital in Welwyn Garden City has been rated "fair" in review of the way medicines are given out to patients.

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City ready for Shots
10:01am Friday 18th August
CITY are expecting a tough game against Aldershot at Clarence Park tomorrow (Saturday).

Lippiatt: It's been a great start
6:00pm Thursday 17th August
COLIN LIPPIATT is asking his players to keep their feet on the ground despite their impressive start to the season.

City make dream start
2:13pm Tuesday 15th August
CITY made a dream start to life in the Nationwide Conference on Saturday.

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