There are plenty of restaurants in and around Watford for diners to choose from, but which are the most romantic?

Hello, my name is Lola and I’m a two-year-old girl who was brought to the National Animal Welfare Trust (NAWT) recently when I wasn’t getting on with the children in my home.

Watford's MP has called for "urgent changes" after three drivers hit a notorious width restriction in four days.

Pubs, cafes and restaurants could be allowed to keep outdoor additional seating changes seen in the pandemic all year round.

This week in Watford is an application to build two new flats in Longcroft, and a new maintenance building and service yard at Woodside Playing Fields in Horseshoe Lane.

In the days leading up to the anniversary major networks and streaming platforms are rolling out a range of programmes to look back on 9/11.

We all love a good brunch for a weekend treat - whether it's a boozy meal with friends or a chilled late morning outing with the family.

Our stone age ancestors might have been the first humans to take part in a theatrical performance when they recreated the adventures of their last hunt in front of a camp fire (the stage) while other members of the clan (the audience) looked on in am...

Disruptive youths are being asked to stay away from the Oxhey Jets Football Club grounds after a patch of grass on the pitch was set alight.

Hertfordshire firefighters have attended more “malicious” calls this year than last year.

Commuters in London can grab a free drink or snack thanks to a rail company offer.

At least a dozen or so new schools could be built in our area to help meet demand that thousands of homes are set to bring.

Motorists in Rickmansworth have been warned to expect delays this weekend as work is carried out on a busy road.

Here are some pretty spots near Watford where you can enjoy delicious treats and charming countryside walks.

The glorious picture of the sun rising over The Grove at the top of this page is among this week's selection of images as our Camera Club theme continues to inspire some beautiful photographs.

The Government has supported a number of brilliant Summer Schemes over the past few months, and I was delighted to visit three in Watford over recess, culminating in the fantastic Fit, Fed and Read Festival.

Any brand that ignores their core customer base will, eventually, receive a rude awakening. We can cite a litany of examples from Volkswagen, who destroyed trust with the emissions scandal, to KFC, who ran out of chicken.

Previous victims have found they’ve been charged over £240 a year for fraudulent plans.

Chinese dancing, morris dancing and a classical violin demonstration were among performances at this year’s Watford Celebration Festival.

Morrisons has combined two of the nation’s favourite takeaway foods in an ultimate pizza mashup.

We've rounded-up some of the highlights to look out for in each supermarket.

A community organisation is still seeking volunteers to help in Covid vaccination centres across Watford.

Two private schools named after a merchant will now drop his name due to “links to the slave trade”.

The head of TfL has said fare rises in January are not a “pre-determined outcome” despite it being a condition of the government’s funding deal.

Film crews have been spotted at residential streets today.

A crunch decision on whether to build three new film and TV studios on the site of Bovingdon Market has been delayed.

Dog theft is set to be made a criminal offence under Government plans to crackdown on pet thieves.

Summer is making a much needed return next week with a mini heatwave - according to forecasters.

Watford legend Luther Blissett has been awarded an honorary doctorate at the University of Hertfordshire’s graduation day.

County councillors in Hertfordshire will continue to hold many of their meetings online.

Part of a major street in Watford is among the planned closures for roadworks in the area from later this month.

An 89-year-old man is raising money by walking hundreds of laps to show his gratitude to the hospitals who recently cared for him during ill health.

There is no indication that the Queen, 95, is in poor health and there have been no urgent changes to her funeral plans.

Does anyone know the origins of the Old Stone Cross in the Old Garden of Rest at North Watford Cemetery?

People considered to have had severe immunosuppression at the time of vaccination will be offered a third dose.

Apple says it wants to take more time to “make improvements” after concerns relating to privacy were raised.

Options to pay later appear on the checkout of retailers’ websites offering to spread the cost of purchases.

The messaging app Whatsapp is now offering a service where it can inform rail travellers about journey disruption.

It comes after E.On and Scottish Power told customers standard tariffs will jump by around £139 a year.

There are reports of a collision.

A vehicle fire is causing major delays on the M1 this morning.

A woman has blasted a wedding dress store in Watford which she says is “ruining brides’ big days”.

An investigation is being carried out into the potential misuse of several Covid-19 relief loans provided to at least three Hertfordshire-based companies.

The Watford Observer is again delighted to be teaming up with its friends at Watford Museum to take another journey back to the past to recall the key events and dates that helped shape the town’s future.

Hertfordshire businesses which have rubbish illegally dumped on their land can apply to have it removed for free.

Three political leaders have jointly written to the Government requesting a limit on the number of homes built on green belt land in their area.

Complaints about noisy neighbours in Watford have risen by more than a quarter during the coronavirus pandemic, when multiple lockdowns forced people to stay at home.

A pub from classic comedy show Only Fools and Horses has been recreated - and fans can visit for a pint!

A FOURTH person has died after a horror crash on the M25 last month.

A bonus of £1,500 is being offered to potential new waste collection drivers, amid a national shortage of HGV drivers.