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Thu, 14 Jan 2021 08:16:23 +0000
Watford Lib Dems accused of flouting Covid rules with leaflets
Watford’s Labour and Conservative groups have accused the Liberal Democrats of violating current Government guidance about campaigning under Covid-19 lockdown restrictions.

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Anthony Joshua teams up with Kings Langley School
Boxing heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has teamed up with a school to keep pupils physically fit during England’s third national lockdown.

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 18:00:00 +0000
Petition over flooding issues in Rickmansworth to be debated
A petition calling for a “permanent solution” to sewage flooding will be debated by a council.

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 16:51:11 +0000
Several UFO sightings in Watford this month
Mysterious flying objects have been spotted on several occasions in Watford.

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 16:46:45 +0000
CCTV appeal after Mercedes stolen from Watford
Police are investigating after a Mercedes was stolen from outside a home.

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 13:16:41 +0000
New name for Watford shopping mall hoped for in next two weeks
The new name for Watford’s shopping centre may be announced in the coming weeks – and it has not been ruled out that it could be called the Harlequin.

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 10:35:26 +0000
Watford bank card stolen and used to order items online
A victim who had a new bank card stolen in the post discovered the card was used in an online shopping spree.

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 10:17:22 +0000
intu removed on Watford's shopping mall
The intu name on Watford’s shopping centre has been removed, a new picture shows, potentially hinting that a new name may be coming soon.

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Recognising Watford's Covid community heroes
Three residents in Watford have been honoured for their "outstanding" efforts to the community during the Covid pandemic.

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 07:57:00 +0000
Switchboard for Mount Vernon Cancer Centre is down
Families and patients at a local cancer centre have been asked to wait with enquiries and checkups due to technical difficulties.

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Hundreds excluded for drugs and alcohol in Hertfordshire schools
Exclusions for drug and alcohol issues at Hertfordshire's schools have hit a record high, figures reveal.

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 11:00:00 +0000
Concerns raised at removal of bike racks at Watford Junction station
I think we can all agree Clarendon Road and Watford Junction is looking smart following its expensive makeover. However what I would like to know as a commuter who cycles to Watford Junction is where will bikes be left when we all start returning ...

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 16:46:08 +0000
DVLA issues warning over scam targeting drivers
The body responsible for car tax and vehicle licensing has warned drivers to be on the lookout for new phishing scams this new year.

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 15:34:28 +0000
Boris Johnson promises 24/7 Covid-19 vaccinations
The Prime Minister said “at the moment the limit is on supply” of the vaccine.

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 16:33:00 +0000
Priti Patel gives press conference on lockdown rules
Home Secretary Priti Patel will host a Downing Street press conference at 5pm

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 18:30:00 +0000
Katie Bentham is new head teacher at Central Primary School
A primary school in Watford has welcomed its new head teacher.

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 16:21:28 +0000
Nearly 400 Covid-19 fines issued by Hertfordshire Police
Over 300 fines have been handed out for breaches of Covid-19 laws in Hertfordshire since they came into force, figures show.

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 15:30:00 +0000
Rickmansworth mum and Enfield partner face trial over death of baby
A mother accused of allowing her daughter's death is due to appear in court today.

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 14:55:00 +0000
Tears of joy as Stevenage Covid vaccination centre opens
Hertfordshire's mass vaccination centre was filled with emotion as hundreds of patients received their Covid-19 jab, hopeful that it will bring them a step closer to seeing friends and family safely again.

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 13:37:03 +0000
'Sonic boom' heard across London and Hertfordshire
A huge “sonic boom” has startled people across north London and Hertfordshire.

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 13:19:28 +0000
Over 3,000 West Hertfordshire NHS workers had Covid-19 vaccine
Over 3,000 West Hertfordshire NHS workers have received the Covid-19 vaccine.

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 13:08:20 +0000
Obituary: Former Watford player and Luton Town FA Cup finalist Tony Gregory dies
A member of Watford’s 1959/60 promotion-winning side who also played for Luton Town in an FA Cup final has died, aged 83.

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 12:30:00 +0000
Police issue warning after spate of vehicle break-ins in Leavesden
Police have issued a warning to car owners after a spate of thefts from vehicles.

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 12:00:00 +0000
Developer handed hefty bill for breaching regulations in Bushey
A developer has been ordered to pay a £500,000 bill after the company started building work without informing a council.

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 10:37:54 +0000
Royal Mail lists areas hit by Covid postal delays in UK
Royal Mail has published a list of areas where there have been delivery delays.

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 10:00:00 +0000
Memories of Graham Taylor's golden era at Watford on the anniversary of his death
Watford's greatest ever manager Graham Taylor died four years ago today.

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 07:48:04 +0000
Hertfordshire leader asks if local elections will continue in 2021
County council leader David Williams has called on the government for a “swift decision” on whether local elections will be allowed to go ahead in May.

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Herts officials to scrutinise impact of one-day school re-opening
Public health officials in Hertfordshire will scrutinise the impact that opening primary schools on the first day of the Spring term had on transmission of Covid-19.

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Martin Lewis tells Netflix viewers how to avoid bill hikes
Martin Lewis has revealed a Netflix hack that could help members avoid the price hike - and even watch some shows for free.

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 15:25:00 +0000
Latest Covid supermarket rules - what you need to know
Morrisons, Sainsbury's, ASDA, Tesco, Aldi, Lidl, Waitrose and M&S - supermarket chains are having to enforce rules to keep customers and staff safe.

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 11:00:00 +0000
The Cha Cafe in Watford's Cassiobury Park thanked for work in pandemic
There are so many awful things happening at the moment that it seems important to reflect sometimes on the very special and heart-warming efforts that are being made to help us through.

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 18:30:00 +0000
Some Watford Observer readers back tougher Covid lockdown
Several readers are calling for tougher lockdown restrictions as coronavirus infections remain high.

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 16:34:47 +0000
Matt Hancock gives No.10 briefing on Covid vaccine rollout
Welcome to our live blog, stay with us for updates ahead of the live briefing from the Health Secretary at 5pm.

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 17:06:14 +0000
Will I be fined for traveling to exercise in lockdown?
After two women were handed £200 fines for driving just five miles for a walk it caused confusion amongst the public.

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 17:05:00 +0000
West Herts Trust reports more than 50 Covid deaths in four days
A hospital trust recorded dozens of coronavirus deaths in the space of just four days, figures show.

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 15:50:27 +0000
Morrisons changes Covid face mask rules in UK stores
Morrisons has confirmed customers who refuse to wear a mask without a medical exemption will be told to leave stores from today.

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 16:30:00 +0000
Watford General Hospital and Rickmansworth hotel plans feature in our archive stories
Here is our weekly look back at a selection of stories that were making our headlines five and ten years ago this week.

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 14:10:00 +0000
Inside the mass Covid vaccination centre in Stevenage, Hertfordshire
A leading figure behind Hertfordshire's new mass vaccination centre has hailed an "amazing response" as the first vaccines were administered.

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 14:05:23 +0000
7 rules that could be made tougher in third lockdown
The government issued guidance on the third nationwide Covid-19 lockdown which came into effect last week.

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 13:35:28 +0000
Covid vaccine: ‘Scandalous training made me want to quit'
A RETIRED nurse and doctor have told of the ‘scandalous’ training schedule they faced in order to help out in the Covid vaccination drive - before a sudden Government U-turn finally cleared the way.

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 12:20:00 +0000
Latest number of Covid cases in south Hertfordshire
Watford, Borehamwood, and South Oxhey recorded some of the highest numbers of coronavirus cases over the New Year period, latest figures show.

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 10:19:50 +0000
Matt Hancock could introduce 'even stricter lockdown rules'
The prospect of even tougher restrictions in London have been raised amid fears in the Government that the latest lockdown is not being strictly enough observed to stop the new Covid-19 variant from spreading.

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Nearly 400 Watford residents volunteer for Covid vaccine studies
The rollout of the coronavirus vaccine is under way across the UK, giving hope for a way out of the crisis which changed our lives nearly a year ago.

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 19:00:00 +0000
Car insurance: how does your area compare?
The analysis found that gender and age continue to have a significant effect on car insurance costs.

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 09:37:30 +0000
Watford extend Hornets at Home scheme amid new coronavirus lockdown restrictions
Watford have extended their Hornets at Home scheme as they continue to provide support for people struggling with life in lockdown.

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 11:00:00 +0000
Watford Borough Council urged to enforce Covid-19 restrictions
Lockdown three is here and as with the last two we are being asked to put a pause on our everyday comforts, to temporarily put out our lives on hold, for the good of others. To dig deep within ourselves, rekindle our sense of community and joint p...

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 08:00:00 +0000
UK's new relationship with the European Union explained
The new ways of engaging and doing business with our EU neighbours have now kicked in. What does this mean for you?

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 15:05:46 +0000
The UK's new Covid Vaccines Delivery Plan in full
Health Secretary Matt Hancock is expected to explain the UK's new vaccination plan during a Downing Street press conference today.

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 14:51:54 +0000
Chris Whitty delivers stark Covid warning to UK public
Professor Whitty delivers a stark warning saying “As a doctor, I’m trained to tell people pretty straight what I think’s going to happen."

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 18:23:04 +0000
More than 500 Covid deaths recorded at West Herts Trust
More than 500 coronavirus patients at a hospital trust have died since the pandemic began, latest figures show.



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