Watford Observer
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0000‘Supportive’ community rallies after girl cut from football picture
A mum has hailed the “super supportive” community after her daughter was accidentally cropped from a magazine’s football team picture.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000Windows of five vehicles smashed in Maple Cross
The windows of five parked cars were smashed in a single night.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +0000Watford, London and famous New York clock among past and present pictures
From memories of John Lewis to the clock at Grand Central Station in New York, our current theme continues to attract a wide range of pictures to illustrate it.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 07:01:00 +0000Beautifect make up box that sold out in the US arrives in the UK - Check it out
The 21st-century dressing table Beautifect has arrived in the UK after selling out in just a few weeks across the Atlantic. See inside the make-up box.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000Netflix 'secret' codes that could help you find 'hidden' TV shows and films
Netflix remains the most popular in the UK providing a hub of our favourite TV and films.
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 16:48:00 +0000Mother says 'six men attacked' couple at Slug & Lettuce, St Albans
A mother-of-two says she feels “infuriated” with police closing an investigation after she claims herself and her partner were beaten up by a group of six men.
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 16:40:00 +0000Hospital redevelopment plans now estimated to cost around £1billion
Plans to rebuild Watford General are now estimated to cost nearly £1 billion pounds, the trust that runs the hospital has said.
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0000Watford bomb threat and Bushey care home fire among archive stories
A bomb scare at a bowling alley, a fire at a car home in Bushey, the reopening of a popular Garston pub and a car transporter getting stuck beneath a railway bridge were among the stories making the headlines in the Watford Observer five and ten year...
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 15:00:00 +0000Plans for homes and EV facility next to Kings Langley service station
The operator of a petrol station has brought forward plans to build affordable homes and an electric charging facility.
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 12:30:00 +0000A41 Hemel Hempstead: Hundreds sign petition calling for safety measures
Hundreds of people have backed a petition calling for additional safety measures on a "dangerous" dual carriageway.
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 12:18:55 +0000Jewellery and designer bags stolen in Watford burglary
Cash, jewellery and designer handbags were stolen after burglars broken into a home.
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 11:40:12 +0000The Old Shepherd in Chorleywood reopens again
An 18th century pub has reopened under new management after it was shut for some time.
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 10:33:06 +0000Ron Pember: Tributes to Only Fools and Horses and Secret Army star
One of British television's most recognisable faces Ron Pember has died aged 87.
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 08:39:00 +0000Hertfordshire teaching assistant jailed after having sex with boy
A teaching assistant has been jailed for six years for having sex with a 14-year-old pupil in a supermarket car park.
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000Memories of the Odeon cinema in Watford that became a Waitrose
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.
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000Multiple roads in Watford set to be closed for roadworks
Some of the busiest routes in Watford are set to be affected by plans to temporarily shut numerous roads across the town for roadworks.
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 07:55:00 +0000Luther Blissett unveils new homes for social rent in Watford
An affordable housing development named in honour of Watford legend Luther Blissett has been officially unveiled.
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 07:39:00 +0000Runner near to completing 1,000 marathons world record
A runner is closing in on a world record of completing 1,000 official marathons - in an average time of under three and a half hours.
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +0000Ground-breaking ceremony held at new crematorium site
Construction of a new crematorium which will serve the residents of south and west Hertfordshire has been marked with a ground-breaking ceremony.
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000Clarendon Lodge care home receives 'good' CQC rating
A care home has received praise after being inspected for the first time since it relaunched in a new building and under a different name.
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000Renewed calls for new location for west Hertfordshire hospital
I would like the opportunity to respond to Cllr Asif Khan and his letter in last week’s edition titled “A long enough wait”.
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 20:49:00 +0000Peacemaker to stream on Sky and NOW TV in UK in March
James Gunn's Peacemaker series had not been available in the UK initially but now has a streaming home for March.
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 17:48:00 +0000iPhone 13 and 13 Pro in new green colour - How to pre-order from Sky, O2, Three and more
Apple revealed a new iPhone 13 and 13 Pro colour during its sneak peek event and we can't wait to pre-order it.
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 13:48:00 +0000Last-minute tickets for Cheltenham Festival 2022 - How to buy
Tickets are still available for Day One and Day Two for the 2022 festival
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 09:47:50 +0000Aldi's top rated garden furniture including a hot tub, log burner and pizza oven
Check out some of Aldi's top-rated garden furniture from its much sought after outdoor log burner to an incredible hot tub.
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 08:12:38 +0000BAFTA host Rebel Wilson takes aim at Meghan Markle and Harry on ITV This Morning
The Australian actress is taking on hosting duties at the Bafta award ceremony, which is being held at London’s Royal Albert Hall on Sunday.
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:01:00 +0000Comic Opera for Red Nose Day will feature Scarlett Moffatt and Rosie Jones
Scarlett Moffatt and Rosie Jones are among the celebrities taking part in this year's Comic Opera for Red Nose Day.
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000Get 2 Nintendo Switch games for £20 at Game including LEGO, Mario and Just Dance
Get two Nintendo Switch games for just £20 at Game.
Thu, 10 Mar 2022 21:25:46 +0000Who is Mike Soutar on The Apprentice and where is Tim Campbell?
Mike Soutar replaced Tim Campbell as Lord Sugar's aide in this week's episode of The Apprentice.
Thu, 10 Mar 2022 19:00:00 +0000Brewers join forces at Maple Cross farm on International Women's Day
Two groups of brewers raised a glass to International Women’s Day by joining forces to create a new female-developed and produced beer to celebrate the strong women in their teams.
Thu, 10 Mar 2022 16:19:00 +0000Recreate Crufts with dog training accessories including agility kits and seesaws
From dog agility, obedience and flyball to heelwork to music, you might just become Best in Show.
Thu, 10 Mar 2022 16:18:00 +0000Deliveroo causes traffic in Watford high street, claims bus driver
An Arriva bus driver claims that a Deliveroo driver was “verbally abusive” to him after the food delivery driver allegedly caused traffic disruptions.
Thu, 10 Mar 2022 15:00:00 +0000Watford, Bushey & St Albans schools in our World Book Day special
Children across the area had a fantastic time dressing up as their favourite characters to celebrate World Book Day – and many of them will feature in our special supplement out tomorrow.
Thu, 10 Mar 2022 14:00:00 +0000Major railway upgrades could cause disruption at Watford
Railway passengers are warned of upcoming disruptions while major engineering work and rail upgrades take place on the West Coast main line.
Thu, 10 Mar 2022 12:57:00 +0000Pedestrian hit by car in Radlett
A woman was taken to hospital after she was hit by a car in Radlett.
Thu, 10 Mar 2022 11:55:42 +0000Nascot Wood Infant and Nursery School's fundraising campaign
A Watford school has launched a major fundraising campaign to pay for thousands of pounds worth of playground renovations.
Thu, 10 Mar 2022 09:34:00 +0000Police make two arrests after armed robbery on Meriden estate
Two people have been arrested after police responded to reports of an armed robbery last night.
Thu, 10 Mar 2022 09:26:00 +0000Chelsea banned from selling tickets as Roman Abramovich hit with sanctions
Only season ticket holders can attend games for the foreseeable future as Roman Abramovich hit with sanctions.
Thu, 10 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0000Subway in Watford undergoing £40,000 investment
A subway in Watford with a "reputation" for petty crime and drug dealing is undergoing a significant refurbishment.
Thu, 10 Mar 2022 08:55:00 +0000Watford mayor reacts after Greater London Boundary Charge scrapped
Watford's mayor has welcomed the news that a plan to make Hertfordshire motorists drive into London has been scrapped.
Thu, 10 Mar 2022 08:33:00 +0000Family-run Watford electronics firm welcomes £4m funding package
The UK’s largest wholesale distributor of pre-owned iPhones has received a £4 million funding package from bank NatWest.
Thu, 10 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000Croxley Green Boys & Girls Nursery rated 'good' by Ofsted
A nursery says it is "over the moon" to announce the results of its latest Ofsted inspection.
Thu, 10 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +0000The cost of fuel in Watford amid Russia's Ukraine invasion
Drivers are having to pay “crazy” prices for fuel at multiple petrol stations in Watford following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Thu, 10 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000Radlett petrol station shuts for good ahead of new development
A community has been left without a petrol station after its only forecourt permanently closed ahead of a redevelopment of the site.
Thu, 10 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000Abbots Langley couple stuck abroad after saving Ukrainian family
A local couple that rescued family members who fled Ukraine to Poland say they were turned away from the UK border and are now “stuck in limbo”.
Thu, 10 Mar 2022 18:00:00 +0000Moves to get step-free access at Watford Met Station welcomed
Congratulations to Cllrs. Jessica Still and Peter Kloss on their meeting with TfL managers to put the case forward for step-free access at Watford Met Station.
Thu, 10 Mar 2022 22:01:00 +0000BBC's The Apprentice episode 10: what happened and who was fired?
Episode 10 of this year's The Apprentice series was back with all the drama we expect from the boardroom.
Thu, 10 Mar 2022 21:20:00 +0000Mother's Day 2022: Marks and Spencer has 10 percent off flower bouquets and plants
Marks and Spencer has 10 percent off selected plants and flowers ready to order for Mother's Day range.
Thu, 10 Mar 2022 18:19:00 +0000Mother's Day 2022: Treat your mum and mother-in-law to Arran Sense of Scotland's bath and body sets
For mums who love beauty routines which are cruelty-free and inspired by nature, ARRAN Sense of Scotland has a selection of perfect Mother's Day gift sets.
Thu, 10 Mar 2022 16:09:17 +0000ITV This Morning's Phillip Schofield breaks silence after show pulled of air
The 59-year-old was speaking after a “security alert” sparked an evacuation of ITV studios near White City.