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Wed, 01 Sep 2021 04:00:00 +0100
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Wed, 01 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Hertfordshire schools: Less parents win appeals over places
Less parents won appeals against school places across the county, figures reveal.

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Woodmere Avenue: Two vehicles damaged after hitting width restriction
At least two more drivers have hit a controversial width restriction in Watford - including one whose Volvo was left perched in the air.

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 09:00:00 +0100
Fond memories of late Watford groundsman Les Simmons
I was pleased to see Les Simmons’ name mentioned in a report in the sport’s nostalgia page of last week’s Watford Observer regarding ‘When Watford went to the dogs’.

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0100
New Covid-19 vaccine showing positive results, pharmaceutical firm says
GSK told the stock market on Tuesday that the advance follows “positive” interim results in the Phase 1 and 2 studies.

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Harry Potter 20th anniversary trolley tour: Where you can see it
The travelling trolley will allow fans around the UK to recreate Harry Potter’s first trip to Platform 9 ¾

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 09:21:34 +0100
Natasha's Law: 8 in 10 businesses say they are not prepared
The legislation will require food businesses to provide full ingredient lists and allergen information on pre-packaged foods.

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 12:54:09 +0100
Major delays again for drivers leaving Waterfields and Tesco - recap
Tesco shoppers in Watford are once again struggling to leave the car park because of traffic lights problems

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 16:30:11 +0100
Southern Rail introduce new train timetable in Watford
Rail passengers are being advised to plan carefully ahead of the introduction of new timetables next month.

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 15:50:00 +0100
Police tape off part of The Parade in Watford town centre
A police cordon was in place in Watford town centre after a teenager suffered a "wound" to his back.

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 12:30:00 +0100
Police issue update after officers called to Queens Road
Police have confirmed one man was arrested in connection with an incident in Watford on Sunday afternoon - adding there is "no threat to the wider public".

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 10:30:00 +0100
Mission: Impossible studio sues insurers over Covid payout
The studio behind Mission: Impossible 7 has sued its insurance company for allegedly not covering Covid costs incurred during production delays.

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Latest number of coronavirus cases in Watford
Nearly 340 residents in Watford have tested positive for coronavirus over the last ten days, figures have shown.

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Rickmansworth care home rated 'inadequate' after CQC inspection
A care home has been placed in special measures after an inspection found residents were "exposed to continuous risk of harm".

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 11:03:09 +0100
Met Office weather forecast: Heavy wind and rain set to hit UK in September
Heavy wind and rain on its way for 'unsettled' September, says Met Office.

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 11:00:00 +0100
Setting facts straight over legislation made by Conservatives
In reply to Mr MacKenzie (Letters, August 20), I am in possession of the facts.

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 09:56:25 +0100
Covid variant 'could be more infectious' than any other, scientists warn
The C.1.2 strain was detected by scientists in South Africa in May this year and is thought to have the potential to evade coronavirus vaccines.

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 13:24:43 +0100
Ryanair: See 14 new European routes from Stansted, Luton and Gatwick airports
Ryanair announced its Winter 2021 schedule today for its three London airports with the opening of 14 new routes, bringing the total to 142.

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 10:31:23 +0100
Netflix release trailer for season 3 of You - watch it here
Viewers saw the last season end with Joe and Love in suburbia, married and pregnant.

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 22:11:04 +0100
Deeney signs for Birmingham City from Watford
Troy Deeney has signed for his boyhood club Birmingham City.

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 19:33:38 +0100
Duxbury pays tribute to Troy Deeney amid exit from Watford
Watford Chairman and CEO Scott Duxbury has paid tribute to Troy Deeney as his 11-year-spell at the club comes to an end.

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 18:55:10 +0100
Troy Deeney is leaving Watford
Troy Deeney is leaving Watford FC, it has been confirmed today.

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 17:00:00 +0100
Advice on help with school costs if claiming Universal Credit
Q: I’m a single parent and lost my job during the pandemic. Citizens Advice Watford helped me apply for Universal Credit, which has been really helpful to cover some of the income I’ve lost. But I’m very worried about the upcoming £20-a-week c...

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 15:00:00 +0100
Memories of archaeological digs in Watford and beyond
My first experience of digging the earth for purposes other than planting or weeding, dates back to early childhood.

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 14:00:00 +0100
WATCH: Video showcases beauty of Watford's Cassiobury Park
The beauty of Cassiobury Park from sunrise to sunset has been captured in a stunning aerial video.

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 13:42:31 +0100
Watford Pierre Wassef: Man in connection with death threats
Police are appealing to the public for their help in locating a wanted man.

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 11:25:06 +0100
Fall in Herts parents winning school admission appeals
The proportion of parents in Hertfordshire winning an appeal over their child's selected school fell last year.

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 10:00:00 +0100
Driving Covid: Here's how pandemic changed driving habits
A Chigwell car retailer offers their insights into how the pandemic has affected our driving habits for good.

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 09:29:14 +0100
Hertfordshire Covid: Care home staff still not vaccinated
One in 10 care home workers in Hertfordshire are yet to receive a Covid vaccination – official figures have revealed.

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Housing target row: Government claims protecting green belt a 'priority'
The Government has stated protecting the green belt is a "priority" after responding to accusations that its housing targets are causing a "destruction" of the countryside.

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 13:00:00 +0100
7 new Covid rules coming to schools in September
The changes will affect a lot of day-to-day life for pupils from PPE to self-isolation.

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 11:00:00 +0100
Watford transport plans detrimental to Kings Langley, Abbots Langley and Hunton Bridge
What arrogance by Watford Borough Council! So it wants to cut congestion and improve health and wellbeing in Watford by placing a Park & Ride adjacent the A41, north of Hunton Bridge:

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Why your business may need an attorney
Lasting Powers of Attorney ('LPAs') enable a person to authorise someone else to make decisions on their behalf, in the event of physical or mental incapacity.

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Netflix announce new TV series and films coming in September
Here is the full list of new Netflix content in September including Money Heist, Sex Education and Schumacher.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 16:44:05 +0100
Live updates after Queens Road in Watford closed by police
A road has been closed by police.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 17:00:00 +0100
In Memoriam: Death notices in the Watford Observer week ending August 27, 2021
The following announcements were carried in the Watford Observer last week:

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Plans for flats in Watford high street to be decided in September
A planning application to build 25 new flats in Watford town centre will be decided next week.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 14:51:10 +0100
Emergency mental health support receives over 600 referrals
The pandemic has contributed to more people reaching crisis point nationally because they are not receiving the help they need in time, according to a mental health charity.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 14:00:00 +0100
Memories of The Cricketers Arms pub in Watford Fields
This great picture dates back more than 85 years and shows the Watford pub located in the foreground of its brewery.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 12:58:52 +0100
Dozens of first-time buyers use Help to Buy loans in Watford
Dozens of first-time buyers bought a home through the Government's Help to Buy scheme in Watford last year, figures reveal.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Stephen Fry among stars in upcoming Watford theatre show
Stephen Fry is set to star in a Watford Palace Theatre production showcasing the “power of community in the face of adversity”.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 11:01:34 +0100
Rehoming Afghans scheme set to launch in Watford
Watford is home to 26 of the Syrian refugees housed across the UK and the Government is now preparing to resettle another 20,000 people – this time from Afghanistan.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 10:00:00 +0100
Hertfordshire Police officer cleared over aggressive arrest
A Hertfordshire Constabulary officer who told a teenager he would “smash your face in” during an arrest has been cleared by the police watchdog.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Two ex-racing greyhounds at Watford pet rescue centre seek loving home
Hi! I’m Tessie and this is my friend Ernie. We’re ex-racing greyhounds looking for a comfy couch since coming to the National Animal Welfare Trust three weeks ago.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
The best coffee shops and brunch spots in Herts
Hertfordshire is not short of quaint locations for brunch, whether it’s in one of the villages and towns or right in the heart of the woods, there’s something for everyone.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0100
August bank holiday weekend: Here's 7 affordable family activities
The summer holidays are coming to an end but you might want to spend this bank holiday weekend doing the last few fun things with your kids.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 18:00:00 +0100
The buried scandals of Hollywood's golden age
Once again it is my pleasure to join you on our weekly ramble down Memory Lane. I note a new survey of young people and their wish they had been alive in the 1960s.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 13:00:00 +0100
Dentist goes viral on TikTok for rule on brushing your teeth in the morning
The latest helpful advice shared on TikTok comes from Dental Therapist Anna Peterson.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 09:00:00 +0100
Planning applications week commencing August 23
Lots going on in Watford this week. There are plans to turn a former BT repeater station into a studio home at the rear of Leggatts Way, temporary consent for new building at Watford General Hospital to house a pathology department and mortuary, and ...

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
6 unique UK locations to visit this Bank Holiday weekend
The UK is home to lots of unique attractions but you might not have visited or heard of them all.



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