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Sat, 28 Aug 2021 09:00:00 +0100
Readers pay tribute and leave their memories of window cleaner
Tributes have poured in from friends and customers of a window cleaner killed in a tragic accident.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Food hygiene rating: Improvement necessary to Thee Rivers pub
Food hygiene standards have been generally high in Watford, according to the Food Standards Agency.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Pictures: Stunning scenery and sunsets in Watford and beyond
From spectacular scenery and stunning sunsets to a Dennis the Menace badge, the latest theme for our talented photographers has already led to a wide range of great pictures.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
UK's best free-to-view outdoor artwork to visit over August Bank Holiday
Sky Arts have whittled down a list of the top 20 outdoor art attraction across the UK with art in England, Wales and Scotland making the list. 

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Tottenham expect Harry Kane to start against Watford
Tottenham striker Harry Kane is expected to make his first Premier League start of the season against Watford.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 18:32:04 +0100
Glow in One mini golf venue opening in Watford
A new glow-in-the-dark mini golf venue is opening up in the heart of Watford.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Building work continues on former HSBC site in Bricket Wood
Building work has started on the next phase of homes at a housing development on the former site of a HSBC management training college.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 15:00:00 +0100
Woman sentenced after hitting cyclist on A405
A woman has been sentenced after hitting a cyclist at a roundabout.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 13:19:29 +0100
Army and fire service set to prop up ambulance crews during 'very busy' winter
THE military will be called upon to support the East of England ambulance service as bosses prepare for a “very busy” winter period.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 12:43:10 +0100
Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks series could be filmed in Bovingdon
A new Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks project could be filmed on Bovingdon airfield this winter, according to new plans.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 11:45:24 +0100
Investigation underway after dead fish found in River Colne
An investigation is underway after a large number of fish were found dead in the River Colne in Watford.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 10:30:00 +0100
Bank Holiday: Reduced service in and out of London Euston
Passengers have been warned there will be a reduced number of train services running via London Euston this bank holiday weekend.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 09:00:00 +0100
South Oxhey Leisure Centre offering free classes
South Oxhey Leisure centre is offering free activities to celebrate a year since a major extension.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Cyber attacker of National Lottery operator Camelot is jailed
A man who targeted the National Lottery website in a cyber-attack has been jailed for two years.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Road closures in Watford, Bushey and Rickmansworth for roadworks
Motorists are facing disruption across Watford and surrounding areas due to an extensive number of temporary closures for roadworks.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Bushey woman sentenced after harassing family multiple times
A family were made to feel like they were being filmed by a Bushey woman who also sprayed the children with water and threw eggs in their garden.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 15:04:53 +0100
Moussa Sissoko completes move to Watford
Xisco Munoz has described Moussa Sissoko as a "top player" with Watford in talks to sign the Tottenham man.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 14:23:07 +0100
How to stay Covid-safe at festivals
With a bank holiday coming up and coronavirus restrictions eased, many people may consider heading out to festivals to enjoy themselves.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 13:21:58 +0100
Patrick Vieira confirms Will Hughes move from Watford to Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace boss Patrick Vieria has confirmed Will Hughes transfer from Watford in his press conference this afternoon.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 13:00:11 +0100
Troy Deeney and Watford discussing skipper's future options
Watford have released a statement explaining that Troy Deeney is in discussions with the club over his future.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 12:48:48 +0100
Ben Foster and Juraj Kucka unavailable for Watford game at Tottenham
Watford are still without Juraj Kucka for this weekend's trip to Tottenham, while new signing Ozan Tufan will also be unavailable.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 11:11:47 +0100
Norovirus: symptoms, how to treat it and precautions you can take
There has been a concentration of outbreaks particularly in nursery and childcare facilities, Public health experts have warned.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 07:17:46 +0100
Watford hold talks with Tottenham over Moussa Sissoko
Watford are in talks to sign Tottenham midfielder Moussa Sissoko.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Tesco Clubcard members issued urgent warning over August expiry date
Earlier this year, Clubcard users were able to extend their vouchers for an extra six months.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 09:38:36 +0100
ABBA Voyage: What we know about a 2022 ABBA tour
The creation of social media pages entitled ‘ABBA Voyage’ have sparked curiosity amongst fans and have set imaginations wild.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 10:10:07 +0100
More National Television Awards 2021 tickets released. Here's how to get them
With less than two weeks until the National Television Awards, more tickets have been released giving the public another chance to sit in the live audience.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 15:42:14 +0100
RECAP: Severe delays on Metropolitan Line after 'casualty'
There are severe delays on the Metropolitan Line and other major lines after a person was on the track.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 19:00:00 +0100
Patients may have to wait until 2028 for Watford hospital rebuild
Patients in west Hertfordshire may have to wait until 2028 for a new hospital on the site of Watford General, it has emerged.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 17:00:00 +0100
Bovingdon Market to 'resist all attempts' to close
The operators of Bovingdon Market have said they will “resist all attempts” to permanently close as councillors are set decide its future in a crunch vote next week.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 16:00:00 +0100
South Oxhey campaigner and lifelong Fulham fan Roy Telfer dies
A campaigner known affectionately as “good old Roy” who did his best to get things done and improve the community has died at the age of 92.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 15:43:00 +0100
Former Langleybury School teacher jailed for sexual abuse
A former secondary school teacher has been jailed for sexually assaulting nine young boys more than 50 years ago.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 14:45:00 +0100
Afghanistan: Prime Minister Boris Johnson visits Northwood military base
The Prime Minister has met military personnel who have been helping to co-ordinate the evacuation effort in Afghanistan.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 14:41:27 +0100
One Vision community fair ‘brings people together’
Crowds watched dancing and martial arts displays at a fair to celebrate the “rich diversity” of life in Watford.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 14:00:00 +0100
Plans to refuse 160 homes at Killingdown Farm appealed
A developer has lodged an appeal after its plans to redevelop a farm were unanimously refused by a council.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 13:00:00 +0100
Inquest hearing held for Rickmansworth woman who died after M25 crash
An investigation into the death of a woman who died following a motorway crash is still ongoing, with charges yet to be brought more than a year on.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 12:15:00 +0100
International Dog Day: 30 pictures of Watford's cutest dogs
There is no bond quite like that between a dog and its owner and today that unique relationship is being celebrated across Watford and beyond.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 11:29:57 +0100
PlayStation 5 bought in Watford using fake money
Police are trying to find two men after fake money was used to buy a Play Station 5 bundle in Watford.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 10:25:00 +0100
35,000 expected at Hindu Janmashtami festival at Bhaktivedanta Manor
One of the largest Hindu festivals returns this weekend.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 10:00:00 +0100
International Dog Day: Nine dogs needing loving homes at Watford centre
Watford’s National Animal Welfare Trust (NAWT) is celebrating International Dog Day.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Hertfordshire health boss urges caution for festival-goers
Hertfordshire’s public health chief has urged festival goers to be cautious over the August bank holiday weekend.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Wellspring Church ministers cycle 110 miles to fund extension
Two church ministers are hoping to cycle for around 13 hours to help raise funds for a multi-million pound extension to a church.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 19:02:04 +0100
Isaac Success swaps Watford for Udinese
Isaac Success has completed his move from Watford to Udinese.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 15:52:35 +0100
Will Hughes set for Watford exit after fee agreed with Crystal Palace
Will Hughes is nearing a departure from Watford, after a deal with Crystal Palace has finally been agreed.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 13:53:26 +0100
Universal credit changes: Everything you need to know as benefits are cut
Over the coming weeks, people claiming Universal Credit will receive notifications about a cut to their benefits this autumn.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 12:41:34 +0100
Andre Marriner to referee Watford game against Tottenham Hotspur
Andre Marriner will referee Watford's match against Tottenham Hotspur this weekend.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 11:55:19 +0100
Watford players Adam Masina and Imran Louza due to represent Morocco
Adam Masina and Imran Louza have become the latest Watford players to receive international call-ups, with both due to represent Morocco.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 09:32:42 +0100
Watford reveal third kit for 2021/22 Premier League season
Watford have revealed their third kit for the 2021/22 Premier League season.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0100
August bank holiday deals: Currys PC World and Carphone Warehouse and AO
We’ve compiled a list of some of the best offers available on electrical goods this August Bank Holiday weekend.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Asda, M&S, Aldi: Where to find the cheapest, most sustainable school uniforms
How handy would it be to compare all the school uniform essentials across all stores in one table to see what is cheapest? Now you can!

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 14:43:37 +0100
Sainsbury’s and Lidl issue separate recalls over undeclared ingredients
The recalls are the latest in a string of recalls affecting Aldi, Tesco, Asda, Morrisons, Sainsbury's and more.



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