Watford is among Hertfordshire’s three worst areas for fines related to breaking Covid restrictions, latest figures have revealed.

Neighbours who claim their area is blighted by anti-social behaviour say "promises have been broken" over CCTV covering a new development near their homes.

A road junction that has only been in place for six years is to undergo a full safety review after concerns were raised about the number of crashes.

More than 1,000 driving tests were cancelled in Watford last year because of the coronavirus pandemic, figures reveal.

Two teenagers from Watford joined dozens of others last night protesting the now doomed Super League.

A Watford woman was outraged after seeing workmen destroy a bird's nest with a pole outside outside her home.

Efforts in funding and setting up an improved outdoor seating marquee at The Three Crowns have been paying off as the pub is booming.

Council officers are dealing with a large encampment of travellers at a park in Borehamwood.

Dramatic photos have emerged after a car rolled onto its side and crashed into a Jewish cemetery in Bushey.

There has been a suspected gas leak.

Gravestones at a Jewish cemetery in Bushey have been damaged following a crash in the early hours.

SHOPPERS have praised Morrisons for a discreet initiative launching in stores which provides free period products for those who need them.

One person was left trapped after a car overturned in a three-vehicle crash on a busy motorway this morning.

Drivers in Watford remain some of the most accident-prone in England, according to data from MoneySupermarket.

London Bridge station has been evacuated following reports of a suspicious item on a train.

Two dogs that chased a deer in Cassiobury Park tore off a bit of its flesh, an eyewitness has claimed.

Emergency services are working on the M1 near Watford this morning following a crash.

Another Wetherspoons pub in Watford will open its doors next week as the easing of lockdown continues.

The effects of Covid-19 vaccine supply constraints are being felt in Watford, where the number of first jabs administered has dropped, figures show.

Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden has declared the withdrawal of all six English clubs from the European Super League a “victory for fans”.

The Labour Police and Crime Commissioner candidate has released his manifesto.

A recent leaflet circulated by local Conservatives states that they are opposed to high rise developments in Watford and this statement has the full backing of our local MP Dean Russell. If this is true, can the MP confirm in this paper that he wi...

It is the first birthday she has celebrated without her husband, Prince Philip, for more than 70 years.

Watford are now just one win away from returning to the Premier League following their win over Norwich City and with results elsewhere also going their way.

Radio 1 presenter Chris Stark says he would commonly message Watford FC players after losing and him having a few drinks.

The state of Watford’s roads were put under the spotlight this morning when the BBC visited to discuss some alarming pothole figures.

Here is a round-up of those in our area who have been named in magistrates’ courts during the week commencing April 12.

A Watford man who did not self-isolate properly after travelling from Romania has been slapped with a hefty fine.

Police are investigating after a pet dog was bitten as it was attacked by another dog which got away from its lead.

Fans of Watford say they are "proud" to support the Hornets after proposals for a new and exclusive European Super League were revealed.

A man who fell out of a moving ambulance in Watford is now in a stable condition, a police watchdog has said.

Last week, non-essential stores, barbers, gyms and more reopened as the nation welcomed a significant milestone in the government's roadmap to lifting lockdown restrictions.

Troy Deeney believes "dreams will be killed" if proposals for a new European Super League progress.

A former Liberal Democrat councillor who left to become an Independent says she felt “harassed” and she had “no choice” but to quit.

Detectives invesigating potential dog thefts have released pictures of 48 dogs in an effort to find their owners.

A police force has announced its officers will carry out a week of action to combat knife crime as part of a national initiative.

Revised plans for 15 new flats in Watford town centre have been given the go-ahead - but there are question marks about whether the development will deliver any affordable housing.

It would seem that others are equally frustrated. Ms Serra’s letter highlighted the issue of those who hold posts creating a problem, only to take credit for resolving the very issue they initiated.

The statement comes Boris Johnson warned he is prepared to introduce new legislation to prevent the formation of a European Super League.

The law comes from 19th Century legislation but remains available to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) to this day.

A woman has been banned from entering a road in Bushey for two years under a criminal behaviour order (CBO).

The Government has said it will do "whatever it takes" to prevent a controversial breakaway European Super League involving some of England’s biggest football teams.

Plans for four industrial units on a former car park adjoining a cash and carry warehouse in Watford have been granted.

Since all shops, hairdressers, beauty salons and other close-contact services are now open, people on Watford high street gave their views and feelings on lockdown being lifted.

Concerns that someone could die at a car crash hotspot continues after a fourth reported car crashed in a residential road in recent months.

Police sealed off a junction and forensics were seen combing an area for clues after reports of an assault last night.

The Mayor of Watford has claimed he will do everything in his power to make sure that Watford FC stay home to Vicarage Road, amid plans of a new stadium.

A new Hermes scam is circulating via text in the UK.

The Watford Observer has again teamed up with its friends at The Watford Treasury to share stories from previous issues.

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