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Sat, 11 Sep 2021 10:00:00 +0100
Claim free gym and exercise classes in Watford in wellness week
A range of free activities and gym sessions will be available as part of a Watford ‘Wellness Week’ campaign.

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 09:00:00 +0100
9/11 attacks: Comments pour in recalling the ‘terrible day’
People's comments have poured in sharing memories of where they were and what they were in the middle of doing when the tragic news came out.

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Rickmansworth Premier Inn stabbing involved hotel employees
Both people involved in the stabbing at Rickmansworth's Premier Inn this week were hotel employees, police have confirmed.

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Pictures: Scenes and wildlife from Watford, Kings Langley, St Albans and beyond
This lovely picture at the top of this page of the sun casting an orange glow across All Saints Church, Kings Langley, is among more stunning photos of sunsets, scenery and wildlife taken by our talented photographers.

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Fresher Week 2021 student discounts let you eat cheap at KFC, Subway and more
A benefit for students on Freshers Week is all the food and drink discounts you can get.

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
9/11 attack: Who was Josephine Harris and the miracle of Stairwell B
As unimaginable amounts of concrete and steel fell around them, stairwell B survived, and so did they.

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0100
Tesco, Sainsbury's and Aldi issue urgent health warning over items in store
If you have bought any of the items mentioned below, you need to be aware of these possible health risks.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 18:00:00 +0100
'Bigbelly' litter bins rolled out across Cassiobury Park
Six ‘BigBelly’ bins that automatically crush litter so more can be held have been installed at Watford’s Cassiobury Park.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 17:00:00 +0100
6,000 homes planned on land near M25 and London Colney
Around 6,000 homes look set to be built on green belt land after a council backed proposals for a huge housing development.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 17:00:00 +0100
The Range in St Albans Road in Watford has been demolished
A former homeware store has come crashing down in preparation for a new major housing development.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 16:15:00 +0100
Emergency roadworks update ahead of Watford match day
Emergency roadworks on match day may cause chaos for motorists travelling in Watford tomorrow.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Watford mum takes action for World Suicide Prevention Day
Watford’s MP has backed a mum’s call to change online photo laws amid a “worrying” rise in suicides.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 15:05:50 +0100
Watford Community Housing bids to make sustainable homes
Watford Community Housing have partnered up with neighbouring Hertfordshire housing associations in a goal to make sustainable carbon neutral homes.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 14:00:00 +0100
YMCA's Woodlands Café launch in Leavesden County Park on Saturday
A cafe that does more than just serve food will be celebrating its grand opening in Leavesden Country Park tomorrow.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 12:21:57 +0100
Cash stolen from Radlett Tesco store in break-in
A rock was thrown at a Tesco store before thieves broke in and stole cash.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 11:05:50 +0100
COVID: York House School pushes for 'normality' after return
The headmaster at a school encourages families to “be bold” and implies that schools should not need to reinforce harsh Covid restrictions at the moment.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 10:37:24 +0100
Overturned trailer causes M1 near Watford to shut
A section of the M1 near Watford was shut by police overnight after a trailer overturned.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Hospital chiefs plan staffing changes to address higher death rates at weekends
Bosses at west Hertfordshire hospitals are drawing-up plans to increase the number of junior doctors on duty – as part of a continuing drive to ensure patients are no more likely to die at the weekend.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Forthcoming road closures in Bushey area, Borehamwood and Elstree
Motorists in the Bushey area are among those facing disruption due to temporary closures for roadworks.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0100
55 new affordable homes open in Bushey
A housing association has delivered dozens of new affordable homes for rent and shared ownership in Bushey.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Calls made to protect Hindu temple in Watford
A petition to stop the closure of a Hindu temple has had more than 10,000 signatures from supporters.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 10:16:31 +0100
9/11 attacks: US Secret Service release 'never-before-seen' photos
Saturday, September 11 will mark two decades since the world stood still as the terror of the 9/11 attacks were broadcast around the world.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 14:16:27 +0100
Wireless Festival 2021 Covid policy: Everything you need to know
The Covid policy for Wireless Festival 2021 needs attendees to show the results of a negative lateral flow test if not fully vaccinated.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 12:36:59 +0100
Amazon Prime to document 'special' Justin Bieber show - how to watch
Justin Bieber has announced a new documentary set to launch on Amazon Prime Video next month.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 09:18:29 +0100
The Wanted have announced new UK tour for 2022
The Wanted has taken to social media to announce a UK tour for March 2022. This comes after an announcement of a new Greatest Hit album this week.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 08:46:16 +0100
Tui, British Airways and easyJet giving false Covid testing info, Which? warns
A watchdog warned that some airlines are giving out incorrect information regarding Covid testing requirements which could mean passengers are unable to catch flights.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 08:45:59 +0100
Phil Collins fans 'incredibly sad' after concerning BBC interview
The 70-year-old music legend appeared to be slurring his words as he spoke on BBC Breakfast.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 18:00:00 +0100
An aerial picture of Watford town centre in the 1920s
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.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 16:30:00 +0100
Plans for 127 flats at Garston bus garage approved by council
Plans for 127 flats on the site of a former bus garage have been approved by Watford Borough Council.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 15:34:23 +0100
Pierre Wassef: Police appeal for help tracing wanted man
Police have appealed for the public's help tracing a Watford man who is wanted for numerous offences.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 13:20:00 +0100
Sir Elton John's bench honouring Watford great Graham Taylor defaced
A bench that was dedicated to the late Graham Taylor by Sir Elton John has been defaced.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 13:20:00 +0100
Police van hits Woodmere Avenue width restriction
A police van has crashed into the width restriction in Woodmere Avenue in Watford.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Mad Squirrel to open craft beer bar in Watford town centre
A new craft beer taproom is coming to Watford after councillors gave the green light.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 11:45:41 +0100
CCTV appeal after bank card stolen in Rickmansworth
Police are trying to find a man after a bank card was stolen in Rickmansworth before being used to make sevreral purchases.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 10:25:00 +0100
Watford High Street buildings to be knocked down for new flats
Councillors have backed plans to knock down a building in the centre of Watford High Street for new flats and retail units.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Puttshack moves closer to opening mini-golf venue in Watford
A mini-golf venue has taken a step closer to opening in Watford town centre.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Armed police help stop Audi in Rickmansworth
A high performance car that was thought to be stolen was brought to a stop with the help of armed police.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 15:00:00 +0100
Readers shout Watford Cafes for National Hospitality Day
Over the past 18 months our hospitality industry has had a tough time battling lockdowns and restrictions.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 12:29:33 +0100
Morrisons warn customers could see a price hike in UK stores
Morrisons has issued a warning to customers over price hikes in UK stores.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden unveils art display at Radlett station
More than 20 painting by local artists have been permanently displayed at a train station.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0100
9/11 attack: Documentaries to stream on BBC, Netflix and Disney+ and more
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.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Universal Credit claimants face £1,000 losses as Boris Johnson faces pressure
The £20 weekly uplift was introduced temporarily to help claimants weather the storm of the coronavirus pandemic.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 13:23:20 +0100
Katie Price's children 'unfollow' fiance Carl Woods amid Instagram statement
Carl Woods has said he “never would do anything to hurt” her, after the former glamour model was taken to hospital with a facial injury.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 13:11:47 +0100
Lloyds Bank is offering £100 to current account customers in the UK
The Club Lloyds current account has no fee for maintaining it as long as people pay in £1,500 each month.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 08:43:13 +0100
National Television Awards 2021: How to vote and how to get tickets
The National Television Awards (NTAs) is live from The O2 London on September 9.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 08:06:14 +0100
Disney's Frozen is now a West End musical. How to get £20 tickets
Disney’s Frozen film is now a musical as it arrives at London’s West End.

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 19:35:00 +0100
Garden opens to public as part of National Garden Scheme
A garden featured in the National Garden Scheme will open to the public for one afternoon of beauty, and tea and cakes.

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 18:00:00 +0100
Watford actor brings horror show to Watford Palace Theatre
A young Watford actor has revealed that under the restrictions of the pandemic, he created some of his best work to date.

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 17:40:00 +0100
Proposals for former Bushey Country Club confirmed
Homes are likely to be built on the site of a former country club, planning documents have revealed.

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 15:50:50 +0100
Police charge man after stabbing at Premier Inn in Rickmansworth
Police have charged a man after a woman was stabbed at a hotel in Rickmansworth.



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