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Wed, 09 Feb 2022 09:00:00 +0000
Watford's best pizza restaurants according to TripAdvisor
Ahead of National Pizza Day, here are some of the best places to go for the classic Italian food in Watford.

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 09:00:00 +0000
Defibrillator installed at Bushey Museum in honour to Gareth Wood
Bushey Museum and Art Gallery has installed a new defibrillator in honour of a valued member of its team.

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 08:05:00 +0000
New Chaiiwala branch coming to Watford soon
A popular Indian street food chain will be coming to Watford soon.

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Site in Abbots Langley to be redeveloped into new homes
Planning permission has been granted for more than a dozen modern homes to be built in Abbots Langley.

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Woman charged with attempted murder in Watford
A woman has been charged with attempted murder after a man suffered a stab wound to the chest in Watford.

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Watford Velmurugan community set to move to North Watford
A new home has been found for a Hindu community in Watford for the next two years.

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 06:15:00 +0000
Month-long roadworks near Bushey Arches causing traffic delays
A set of roadworks has been causing delays during rush hour - with the work set to last into March.

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Warrant issued after Watford man 'violently entered premises'
Police have issued a warrant to find a man who attacked a man, threatened someone else and forced himself into a home.

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 08:52:20 +0000
Sadiq Khan says it is not safe for politicians to walk streets of London
The Mayor of London made the comment on an appearance on Good Morning Britain

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 08:28:50 +0000
BBC Eastenders star Jamie Borthwick issued driving ban with bosses 'furious'
The actor, who joined the BBC soap aged 12, has reportedly been banned from driving for six months.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 19:21:10 +0000
Plumber found guilty of burglary in Radlett
A plumber has been found guilty of a burglary where thousands of pounds was stolen from a flat.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 17:20:33 +0000
MPs around Watford slam mob targetting Sir Keir Starmer
Local MPs have slammed protesters who mobbed Sir Keir Starmer, stating that it is a “basic right” for MPs to represent constituents “without fear”.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Memories of Watford area in 1970s featuring Cliff Richard and Rod Stewart
We have been looking back though our online archive and here are ten pictures for you to enjoy that were captured by Watford Observer photographers during the 1970s.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 15:00:00 +0000
Plans for River Colne underbridge murals in Watford
More street art murals will be coming to Watford underbridges as the public are being invited to have their say on the designs.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 14:50:19 +0000
Tesco Extra working to fix unusual stench in Watford store
Tesco is working to get rid of an unusual smell in one of its stores, after it was compared to “human excrement”.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 14:49:40 +0000
Hertfordshire police sergeant dismissed after hearing
A Hertfordshire Constabulary sergeant who begged a female junior to risk her job and keep their relationship secret has been dismissed.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 13:55:53 +0000
Trial date set for four people accused of murder in Bushey
Four people charged with the murder of a man in Bushey are set to go on trial later this year.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Killingdown Farm: Permission for 160 homes won on appeal
A bid to stop 160 homes being built on farmland in Croxley Green has been lost.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 10:56:00 +0000
Tribute to coach driver who died on M1 near Hemel Hempstead
A coach driver who died following a crash on the M1 near Hemel Hempstead has been named by police.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 10:31:00 +0000
Afghan refugees in Watford told support will be cut
The Home Office has told asylum seekers staying in hotels it will stop providing them with free access to non-basic toiletries and “over the counter medication”, according to a letter issued.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Hertfordshire police to target drivers on their phones
Undercover police will be keeping an eye out for drivers using their phone as part of a new road safety campaign.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 06:45:00 +0000
Stanmore man and woman from Bushey disqualified after Insolvency Service investigation
A businessman has been disqualified from setting up or managing a company for 15 years.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 06:27:52 +0000
Kurt Zouma apologises for kicking and hitting cat in video posted online
A video made its way online which showed the 27-year old West Ham United player to be kicking his cat

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000
Artists responsible for Watford-themed subway praised
“Fantastic”, “brilliant”, “what a difference” are just some of the email and messages I have had about the facelift and upgrade of the Vicarage Road subway from George Street to Vicarage Road in Watford FC colours, celebrating the club, s...

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 22:00:00 +0000
Adam Kay announces This Is Going to Hurt...More 2022 tour - how to get tickets
Adam Kay has announced he is going on tour in September 2022, here's how you can get tickets.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 20:49:22 +0000
Brits: Fans praise Anne Marie after fall during live performance
Anne Marie takes a tumble during her live Brit Awards performance but is praised by fans.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 20:20:00 +0000
Kate Garraway among celebrities supporting Comic Relief with TK Maxx T-shirts
Kate Garraway, Rose Ayling-Ellis and Frankie Bridge are supporting this year's Comic Relief effort with T-shirts from TK Maxx.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 20:25:10 +0000
The Brits most risqué outfits including Tallia Storm, Maya Jama and Anne-Marie
With cut-outs and sheer panels galore, lots of celebrities have been championing the nearly naked trend.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 19:35:34 +0000
Is Maya Jama engaged? Star sparks rumors at Brit Awards 2022
Maya Jama turned up to the Brit Awards 2022 red carpet wearing a glitzy ring on her left finger.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 19:17:30 +0000
Fans react as Kurt Zouma named in West Ham starting line-up
West Ham star Kurt Zouma has been named in the starting 11 for tonight’s Premier League clash despite controversy surrounding a video emerging of him abusing a cat.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 18:44:04 +0000
Brit Awards: See when Jeremy Clarkson built a limo for the show on Top Gear
See the hilarious video of the time Top Gear presenters Jeremey Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May taking celebrities to the Brit Awards in homemade limos.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 17:54:10 +0000
Adele to make rare live appearance at Brit Awards 2022
Adele is set to make a rare live appearance at the Brit Awards at London’s O2 Arena this evening.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 17:19:00 +0000
Valentine's Day stationery from Paperchase, Papier and more
We're rounded up some of the best Valentine's Day stationery from Paperchase, Papier and more.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 15:26:05 +0000
BRIT Awards 2022: The most embarrassing moments from past Brits
From Madonna's unforgettable fall to Jarvis Cocker flashing the crowd- see the most embarrassing moments from past Brits.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 12:19:00 +0000
Emirates: Five romantic islands to escape to this Valentine’s Day
Prices start from £499 and include locations such as Maldives, Seychelles, Sri Lanka and even more.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 11:16:04 +0000
Disney celebrates Valentines Day with exclusive collection
Get your closet Disney mad a gift this Valentine's day with exclusive new loved-themed products.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 11:15:37 +0000
Is Snapchat down? What we know about reports of log in issues
Social media users have reported log in issues with Snapchat on Tuesday morning.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 10:45:38 +0000
Brits Awards 2022: Who is hosting the Brit Awards?
Jack Whitehall has stepped down from hosting duties for this year's Brit Awards.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 09:41:02 +0000
Brit Awards 2022: Who's performing and what time is it on?
Adele and Ed Sheeran are set to perform at this year's Brit Awards.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 09:27:23 +0000
RSPCA condemn 'upsetting' video of Kurt Zouma kicking and slapping cat
In the video, Zouma is seen kicking and slapping the cat, while laughter can be heard in the background.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 12:20:52 +0000
How to recreate the Queen's look: most expensive jewellery revealed
The Queen is celebrating her Platinum Jubilee in 2022, here are some of her most expensive jewellery looks and how you can recreate them.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 00:01:00 +0000
BBC: This Is Going To Hurt full cast list
The show is based on the award-winning book of the same title.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000
Channel 4 Gogglebox stars Marcus Luther reveal when the new series will start in February
Gogglebox favourites will appear on the new series to discuss what TV has to offer in February.

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 17:19:53 +0000
Watford man jailed after trying to buy grenades online
A wanted man who went on the run after he was arrested for attempting to buy grenades online has been jailed.

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Recalling the run that took Watford to Wembley play-off victory
In a piece written after Watford's promotion last season, Peter Morgan looks back on the chain of events that culminated in that wonderful afternoon at Wembley Stadium in 1999.

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 15:40:09 +0000
Fire crews respond to Radlett house fire overnight
Crews from four fire stations responded to several calls about a house fire overnight.

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 11:00:19 +0000
Insulate Britain ‘just getting started’ with ‘even more ambitious’ campaign
Insulate Britain activists said they have "failed" but are now planning an "even more ambitious" campaign.

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 08:37:00 +0000
Family searching for missing ring containing ashes of baby son
A “devastated” family is appealing for the public to help find a missing ring that contains the ashes of their son that was born sleeping.

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
What's going on with the empty units in Watford town centre?
High streets are the heart of our communities and it is important areas like Watford are thriving as much as they can.

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Round-up of people jailed in January for crimes in Hertfordshire
People jailed in January include a man who stabbed another in the chest and a man who slashed a person’s hand.



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