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Sat, 05 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0000
Man had drugs and ‘weapon designed for discharge of gas’
A man from Leavesden has admitted being in possession of a weapon adapted for the discharge of CS gas.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000
How can we stop cocaine getting into pubs?
“I can still get a gram quicker than a pizza.” That was a former cocaine user’s response to hearing the drug was in every pub we tested.

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Pictures: Old and new architecture in Watford, London and beyond
The contrast between old and new - the past and the present - is perhaps most apparent in the architecture surrounding us but it is visible in many other aspects of our lives.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 18:40:00 +0000
War in Ukraine: Candlelit vigil to be held in Bushey
A candlelit vigil will take place in Bushey in support of all those caught up in conflict and trauma in Ukraine and Russia.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 16:40:00 +0000
Another 135 homes could be built at Rectory Farm in Kings Langley
Another 135 homes could be built on the site of derelict green belt land in Kings Langley.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Watford estate, pubs and Hogwarts Castle among archive stories
Concerns about the slow progress redeveloping a Watford neighbourhood, the potential impact of rising business rates on pubs, a celebrity visit and the unveiling of one of the highlights of Warner Bros. new studio tour were among the stories making ...

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 14:20:06 +0000
Shane Warne dead: Australian cricket legend dies aged 52 of 'suspected heart attack'
Warne’s management released a brief statement saying that he had passed away in Koh Samui, Thailand, of a suspected heart attack.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 13:55:00 +0000
Greater London Boundary Charge plan for drivers axed
A proposal to charge any motorist living outside of London to drive into the capital has been scrapped.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 12:57:00 +0000
Sadiq Khan announces the ULEZ to cover the whole of London
The expanses will mean that all drivers of London will have to pay to cover the Ultra-Low Emission Zone.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 10:21:45 +0000
Kestrel Grove Nursing Home in Bushey 'unfairly dismissed' worker
An employee at a nursing home was unfairly dismissed after being accused of lying about his Covid symptoms and faking doctors’ notes to avoid work, a tribunal has ruled.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0000
Three Rivers council loses appeal over flats on college site
Developers will be allowed to build 65 flats on the site of West Herts College in Kings Langley, after an inspector overruled the district council.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 08:14:00 +0000
8-year-old Watford fan dies after testing positive with Covid
The devastated parents of a “fun-loving” eight-year-old Watford fan have paid tribute to him after he died three days after testing positive for Covid-19.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 08:10:00 +0000
Cocaine use rampant in Watford pubs as drug found NINE times
Cocaine use in Watford has been branded “rife” after an investigation revealed it is being snorted in numerous pub toilets.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Planned road closures in Watford for drainage and roadworks
Drivers may find their journeys disrupted from later this month due to a number of temporary street closures in Watford for roadworks.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Purcell School 'deeply regrets' handling of sexual abuse allegations
A new report into child sexual abuse has found boarding schools are the “ideal environment for grooming”.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 07:56:10 +0000
Police find missing man from Bushey
Police are searching for a man who went missing yesterday.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Why Bosleys Watford decided to close after five years
The owners of Bosleys Watford decided to permanently shut the venue after the lease came to an end.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Twitter reacts to Sky's Watford-Troy Deeney blooper
Sky has come under fire after advertising Watford’s game with Arsenal while picturing Troy Deeney – over six months after he left!

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 14:00:00 +0000
Watford charity sees demand jump 46% over fuel bill worries
A bleak warning about the effect rising energy bills are going to have on people’s finances has been issued by a Watford charity which has already experienced a big increase in those wanting help with fuel debt problems.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 13:00:00 +0000
Support for Boris Johnson shows truth and justice means little to many
I have to confess I have never seen the Disney stage and film production of The Lion King.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 22:00:00 +0000
GLOSSYBOX launches limited edition Mother’s Day box worth over £110
Shop the GOSSYBOX Mother's Day limited edition box today.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 18:52:00 +0000
Upgrade your stairs with this incredible indoor slide - See it here
Play parks are a thing of the past with this incredible indoor slide that you can attach to your stairs.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 14:52:02 +0000
Mother's Day 2022: gifts and jewellery from H Samuel
Mother's Day is on March 27 this year and now is the time to find that perfect gift for your mum from H Samuel.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 00:01:00 +0000
Red Letter Days reveals adventure experiences to be like Batman - How to book
The Batman hits cinemas on March 4. Here's how you can play Robert Pattinson for a day with these adventure experiences from Red Letter Days.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 12:58:00 +0000
Channel 5: The Holiday Full cast list and when is it on
The show is based on the bestselling novel of the same name from T.M Logan.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 08:26:30 +0000
ITV still without a villa for new series of Love Island, boss confirms
The show, now hosted by Laura Whitmore, has been a huge hit for ITV2, and the first winter series, filmed in South Africa, aired in early 2020.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 14:18:58 +0000
High Road in Bushey Heath shut after crash - recap
Police are at Bushey Heath after three vehicles crashed this afternoon (March 3).

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 08:40:00 +0000
Watford primary school retains 'good' Ofsted rating
The headteacher of a primary school in Watford has said she is “delighted and proud” as it retained a ‘good’ status.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 22:01:00 +0000
BBC's The Apprentice episode 9: what happened and who was fired?
Episode nine of this year's The Apprentice series was back with all the drama we expect from the boardroom.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 17:00:00 +0000
Watford man, 71, admits sexual activity with girl under 13
A 71-year-old man from Watford has admitted inciting a girl under the age of 13 to engage in sexual activity.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 16:32:56 +0000
Euphoria season 2, a review- Jack Beales, Reigate College
Euphoria graced our screens back in 2019 with the primary season ending surprisingly, the suspense rising up for the anticipated arrival of season 2.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Historic pictures of Benskins Brewery in Watford
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, 03 Mar 2022 15:00:00 +0000
Meat store in Watford boosts food hygiene score
The owner of a Watford meat store says he is “delighted” after its food hygiene rating was boosted from 0/5 to 3/5.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 12:49:00 +0000
£8k jewellery stolen in Royal Connaught Drive, Bushey
“Incredibly sentimental” jewellery worth £8,000 has been stolen during a burglary at a luxury estate in Bushey.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 09:59:13 +0000
Children's World Book Day costume pictures in Watford area
Whether it’s Alice in Wonderland or Willy Wonka, plenty of work has been put in to create wonderful costumes for World Book Day as these pictures of your kids show.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0000
MAP: Watford streets making the most parking fines money
Watford Borough Council made nearly £24k from parking fines in just one street last year, an investigation has revealed.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 08:46:00 +0000
Police investigating sudden deaths of four people in Herts
Police are investigating the sudden deaths of four people that are suspected to be drug related.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 08:33:00 +0000
Buses: Talks underway after Arriva makes changes to Watford routes
Talks over retaining bus services are underway after Arriva announced it is making some major changes to some of its routes from mid-April.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Watford fan's special memories of 1999/2000 Premier League season
The Watford Observer has again teamed up with its friends at The Watford Treasury to share stories from YBR! Yellow Black & Red!

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Share your child's World Book Day costumes in the Watford area
From Harry Potter to Mary Poppins or The Gruffalo, we always love seeing what children dress up as on World Book Day - but what will you WOW us with this year?

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Stevens Fun Fair: Backlash over Cassiobury Park decision
The borough council has come under fire after confirming Stevens Fun Fair will no longer be allowed to open annually in Cassiobury Park.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 14:00:00 +0000
Watford people want better funded NHS, schools and social care
I’m truly appalled at Boris Johnson’s latest move to divert attention from his failings as Prime Minister by appointing Cabinet Office Minister Steve Barclay MP as his Chief of Staff - his most senior advisor.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000
How many people in Watford claimed Test and Trace support payments
Nearly 1,000 people in Watford received financial support to self-isolate while coronavirus rules were in place, figures show.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 18:08:00 +0000
Mother's Day 2022: LOOKFANTASTIC hamper worth over £200 for less than £60
LOOKFANTASTIC Mother's Day Collection is available to shop now.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 17:35:50 +0000
easyJet launches Winter 2023 flights with seats from under £25
If you like to plan your holidays well in advance, easyJet has the deals for you as it has released its seats for winter 2023!

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 17:13:17 +0000
Gavin Williamson to be knighted by the Queen
Downing Street confirmed Her Majesty has approved a knighthood for Williamson who has served as Member of Parliament since 2010.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 15:07:00 +0000
Aldi and Lidl: What's in the middle aisles from Thursday March 3
Here's a round-up of some of the items you'll find in Aldi and Lidl's middle aisles from Thursday, March 3.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 12:12:02 +0000
BBC and ITV distance themselves from 'UK's Disneyland' over 1cm spider
The developers had hoped to have major broadcasters BBC and ITV on board for licenced rides inspired by Doctor Who, Sherlock and more.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 11:09:38 +0000
World Book Day: Waterstones reveals the children's books you need to read in 2022
Waterstones has revealed the children's books you and your kids need to read to celebrate World Book Day this year.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 11:06:22 +0000
Nike launches 50 percent sale across its range from menswear to kids clothes
Nike has launched a major sale with up to 50% sale across its products on everything from



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