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Sun, 31 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
PICTURES: Inside the 3 bedroom flat on the market for £3.5m
Inside the most expensive flat on the market in Watford.

Sun, 31 Jan 2021 08:00:00 +0000
One-year-old rabbit Jack needs a new home
Hello, my name is Jack and I’m a gorgeous one-year-old chap looking for my forever home. I was brought to the National Animal Welfare Trust last October as my owner’s circumstances changed.

Sun, 31 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Royal family documentary leaked on YouTube
A fly-on-the wall documentary about the royal family has resurfaced in full on the internet before being swiftly removed.

Sun, 31 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Aldi and Lidl: the best deals available in the middle aisles
Aldi and Lidl have revealed the latest items hitting the shelves in the middle aisles of their stores this weekend. Here are the best deals.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 17:00:00 +0000
Covid vaccines: Watford MP and mayor visit Manor View Practice
Watford's MP and mayor paid a visit to a GP surgery on Saturday which has been busy protecting patients from coronavirus.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 16:33:15 +0000
When will lockdown end in England? What are the rules?
All of the UK is under a lockdown to try to bring down the rate of coronavirus and protect the NHS.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 15:28:53 +0000
Flooding across Watford as Environment Agency issues warning
Pictures have emerged of flooded roads and parks with flood warnings and alerts still in place after heavy rainfall.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 15:00:00 +0000
Pets from National Animal Welfare Trust in Watford find new home
Over the past year we’ve shared some of the adorable animals being looked after by the National Animal Welfare Trust in Watford who were hoping to find their forever homes.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 12:17:04 +0000
Flood warning issued for River Colne in Rickmansworth
Residents have "strongly urged to take action now" with flooding is "possible" in properties and low-lying areas after heavy rainfall.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 14:06:56 +0000
Covid: SAGE want people to wear masks outdoors in the UK
SAGE has urged the Government to make people wear face masks outdoors to help combat the highly-infectious Kent coronavirus variant.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 14:00:00 +0000
History of Peace Hospice Care in Watford in 30th anniversary year
It is 30 years since the local health authority approved the building of a hospice on the site of the old Peace Memorial Hospital in Watford. What became Peace Hospice Care was born.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 13:00:00 +0000
Plans submitted for 25 flats in Lower High Street
An application has been submitted to demolish former offices and replace it with a new building of 25 flats.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 10:30:00 +0000
Watford Council consulting on review of its licensing policy
Watford Borough Council has launched a public consultation on a review of its licensing policy.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 07:00:00 +0000
Pictures in lockdown that show better times are ahead
Lockdown may have been extended into March but all around us new life is continuing to flourish, again reminding us that we can look forward to at least more normal times ahead.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Martin Lewis explains change to Tesco and Sainsbury's cards
Martin Lewis has explained the changes to both Tesco's Clubcard and Sainsbury's Nectar Card.

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Interest in adoption up 66% but these pets still need a home
Do you have the space, time and love to offer a home to one of these sweet animals?

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 18:00:00 +0000
Have you suffered from Covid pandemic dreams?
Last night I competed in the world arm wrestling final against my nemesis, Phillip ‘the squeeze’ Schofield. In the best-of-three contest (think ‘over the top’ with the actor’s actor, Sly Stallone, and you get the gist), I sweat profusely...

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 10:30:00 +0000
Co-op, Tesco, Morrisons, Aldi, Asda and more urgent product recalls
If you have bought any of the items mentioned below, return them to the place of purchase to get a refund.

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 17:49:00 +0000
Police charge man after stabbing at Horseshoe Lane, Garston
Another man has been charged in connection with a stabbing last summer.

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 12:49:07 +0000
Video: Ambulance spun after being hit by van in Watford
Dashcam footage shows the moment when a van drove into an ambulance.

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 12:07:13 +0000
Heavy snow forecast for Watford and other areas this weekend
Snow is set to return for the third weekend, according to a weather forecaster, with it set to fall in Watford and surrounding areas tomorrow.

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 19:04:38 +0000
R rate remains low in South East England and London
The number of Covid-19 infections across England is continuing to drop as a whole.

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 18:00:00 +0000
Hertfordshire Police shut down student FIFA tournament
Hertfordshire Police have taken more enforcement action against Covid rule breakers this week as more fines were dished out in the county.

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 16:45:00 +0000
Covid: Union warning as staff ‘expected’ to attend Bushey schools
Education unions have called on the leader of an academy chain to reconsider practices they say "endanger staff, students and the wider community" with coronavirus.

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 14:46:14 +0000
Where coronavirus cases are falling in Watford
Nearly all areas in Watford are seeing a drop in coronavirus cases as the borough’s infection rate continues to fall.

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 13:03:59 +0000
UK dog owners warned about Alabama Rot disease
Potential cases of the condition known as Alabama Rot have affected dogs in the UK.

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 13:00:00 +0000
Obituary: Former Watford Mayor and Odhams worker John Watts dies
A former Mayor of Watford who was a real people person, popular and active all his life in the Woodside community and across the town has died, aged 86.

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 11:38:42 +0000
London Resort's theme park bid for Kent moves a step closer
Plans to build two theme parks just outside Essex have moved a step closer to becoming reality.

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Were you in the same class as one of these Watford celebs?
Did you go to the same school in Watford as one of these celebrities?

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 11:30:00 +0000
Memories of the career of late Watford FC defender Johnny Williams
It was his dependability that gave Johnny Williams an almost exclusive hold on the left-back position for a decade and ensured only eight players have made more first-team appearances for Watford in the club’s history.

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 16:00:00 +0000
Watford Chamber of Commerce supporting young people
Several young people have been employed by Watford Chamber of Commerce, shifting the popular view that age correlates with work proficiency.

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 07:00:00 +0000
Leavesden Country Park is one of the UK's best kept secrets
Leavesden Country Park has been rated as one of the UK’s best kept secrets, according to a national survey.

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 10:45:59 +0000
Celeb Bake Off: KSI among A-list stars in this year's 'insane' line up
Abbots Langley YouTuber and rapper KSI is among 20 celebrities that have been revealed as the stars of this year's The Great British Celebrity Bake Off.

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 10:30:00 +0000
Roads in Bushey, Oxhey, Northwood, Rickmansworth and Watford set for temporary closure
Traffic using several roads in the area is facing disruption due to temporary closures over the coming weeks.

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Motion to support quieter firework displays in Hertsmere passed
Councillors have passed a motion calling for people who set off fireworks to show "greater consideration" for vulnerable residents and animals.

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Ryanair and Virgin Atlantic rated worst for Covid refunds
Ryanair and Virgin Atlantic have been rated as the worst of six major airlines for providing passenger refunds in a survey.

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 11:00:00 +0000
Boris Johnson should remember his social care promise
I have read a report in last week’s Watford Observer regarding council tax bills, which are set to rise under the county council proposal by 1.99 per cent, with a further two per cent levy that will be ringfenced for adult social care. So, I rec...

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 10:49:10 +0000
Fourth Covid-19 vaccine set to be approved in UK
Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the NHS stands ready to roll out the vaccine if it is approved.

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 17:00:00 +0000
Watford Market to undergo £250,000 investment this year
Watford's mayor says he is "determined" to have a "thriving" market in the town as investment in the town's market gets underway.

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 18:21:47 +0000
Cryptocurrency: Seller wants Bitcoin payment for flat
Buyers of a Brighton flat will have the option to pay in cryptocurrency, in what is believed to be a first for the city.

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 10:30:55 +0000
Watford could be affected by 'likely' betting sponsor ban
Watford's sponsorship deal with Sportsbet.io could be in jeopardy with reports suggesting Prime Minister Boris Johnson is set to ban gambling companies from sponsoring football kits.

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 18:00:00 +0000
Hertfordshire crime commissioner candidate calls to boost police morale
A recent morale survey found one in six officers are looking to leave Hertfordshire Constabulary.

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 16:30:00 +0000
Watford's history in 50 objects: Watford FC painting presented to Elton John
The Watford Observer has teamed up with Watford Museum and its curator Sarah Priestley to take a journey back to the town’s past through items or places of historical significance.

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 16:00:00 +0000
Watford boy donates care packages to West Hertfordshire hospitals
A charitable 8-year-old ran 25 miles in seven days to raise money for Watford General hospital staff.

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 15:51:09 +0000
Watford General midwives to skydive to raise money for NHS
Three friends working at Watford General Hospital will be throwing themselves out of a plane to raise money for the NHS.

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 13:55:57 +0000
Council tax in Watford set to rise
The average taxpayer in Watford is set to see a rise on their borough council tax bill for the coming year.

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 12:39:19 +0000
Watford faith leaders' statement on Covid vaccine 'misinformation'
Some of Watford’s most senior and well-known faith leaders have come together to reassure residents on the safety of the coronavirus vaccine.

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 11:08:01 +0000
River Colne and Gade warning in place after heavy rain
Two flood alerts have been issued following heavy rainfall overnight.

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 09:55:00 +0000
Covid vaccination centre to open at Asda in Watford
A public Covid vaccination centre will be opening inside a supermarket next week.

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 07:00:00 +0000
Watford's Raise a Smile campaign gifts NHS staff and patients
Around £20,000 worth of Christmas gifts and useful items were donated to hospital staff and patients during a Winter campaign.



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