Watford’s mayor has blasted a “political campaign by the local Conservative Party” after a 10,000-strong petition was launched to save a Hindu temple.

Leading councillors have warned about the increasing impact of permitted development rights on town centres and communities.

The following planning applications have been validated in the week beginning September 6:

Hi, my name’s Milo and this is my girlfriend Jolene - someone was a Dolly Parton fan. We’re a pair of two-year-old bunnies looking for a home together. We came to the National Animal Welfare Trust recently when our owners’ circumstances changed...

Ahead of the new University term students are being warned about HMRC scams.

A council is offering resident and community groups free salt to grit streets as it gears up for winter.

Anthony Joshua is among hundreds of people to pay tribute to the owner of a takeaway shop who died of coronavirus.

TV presenter Gabby Logan visited Harefield Hospital to open the new Healing Garden, providing an accessible calm space for patients, visitors and staff.

Today marks 20 years since the world stood still and watched on in horror as the 9/11 terrorist attacks played out on TV screens around the world.

This September marks the 70th anniversary of the RAF Association Wings Appeal. The anniversary strikes a significant chord with me as I grew up in Watford amongst constant RAFA activity and the strains of the RAF March Past, the themes of The Dambust...

Rio Ferdinand has spoken to Watford’s MP about the impact that racial abuse has on victims.

A climate change campaign aiming to help people make positive life changes will kick off in Watford this month.

Hundreds of pounds were stolen from a woman as she was being cared for at Watford General Hospital.

A range of free activities and gym sessions will be available as part of a Watford ‘Wellness Week’ campaign.

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.

Both people involved in the stabbing at Rickmansworth's Premier Inn this week were hotel employees, police have confirmed.

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.

I find easily offended people offensive and take offence at the ease of their offence.

If you have bought any of the items mentioned below, you need to be aware of these possible health risks.

Footage captured on 9/11 still strike up emotions of the sheer panic felt by anyone watching, not least those caught up in the attacks.

A benefit for students on Freshers Week is all the food and drink discounts you can get.

As unimaginable amounts of concrete and steel fell around them, stairwell B survived, and so did they.

If you have bought any of the items mentioned below, you need to be aware of these possible health risks.

Six ‘BigBelly’ bins that automatically crush litter so more can be held have been installed at Watford’s Cassiobury Park.

Around 6,000 homes look set to be built on green belt land after a council backed proposals for a huge housing development.

A former homeware store has come crashing down in preparation for a new major housing development.

Emergency roadworks on match day may cause chaos for motorists travelling in Watford tomorrow.

Watford’s MP has backed a mum’s call to change online photo laws amid a “worrying” rise in suicides.

Watford Community Housing have partnered up with neighbouring Hertfordshire housing associations in a goal to make sustainable carbon neutral homes.

A cafe that does more than just serve food will be celebrating its grand opening in Leavesden Country Park tomorrow.

A rock was thrown at a Tesco store before thieves broke in and stole cash.

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.

A section of the M1 near Watford was shut by police overnight after a trailer overturned.

Motorists in the Bushey area are among those facing disruption due to temporary closures for roadworks.

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.

A housing association has delivered dozens of new affordable homes for rent and shared ownership in Bushey.

A petition to stop the closure of a Hindu temple has had more than 10,000 signatures from supporters.

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.

The Covid policy for Wireless Festival 2021 needs attendees to show the results of a negative lateral flow test if not fully vaccinated.

Justin Bieber has announced a new documentary set to launch on Amazon Prime Video next month.

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.

A watchdog warned that some airlines are giving out incorrect information regarding Covid testing requirements which could mean passengers are unable to catch flights.

The 70-year-old music legend appeared to be slurring his words as he spoke on BBC Breakfast.

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.

Plans for 127 flats on the site of a former bus garage have been approved by Watford Borough Council.

Police have appealed for the public's help tracing a Watford man who is wanted for numerous offences.

A bench that was dedicated to the late Graham Taylor by Sir Elton John has been defaced.

A police van has crashed into the width restriction in Woodmere Avenue in Watford.

A new craft beer taproom is coming to Watford after councillors gave the green light.

Police are trying to find a man after a bank card was stolen in Rickmansworth before being used to make sevreral purchases.