Bovingdon Market has confirmed the final date of trading at its iconic airfield site.

A pub located by a popular viewpoint has announced it will be shut for good.

We have again dipped into the Watford Observer’s online archive and here are ten pictures for you to enjoy that were captured by our photographers from the 1960s.

Thieves attacked a man when they broke into a property in Watford before fleeing with rings and a watch.

Harrow Council has been accused of “dragging their feet” in finding a “proper solution” in dealing with anti-social behaviour at a car park that led to the closure of a pub.

A local couple who was turned away at the UK border after rescuing family members fleeing Ukraine says he believes he will be stuck abroad for at least another week.

A Labour peer was blocked from taking part in a debate in the House of Lords after being accused of falling asleep.

Whether wine, gin, or even whisky we've all the subscription boxes you should try.

Following the Radio 1 DJ's rowing challenge for Red Nose Day a documentary has been made.

Follow our live-blog after a crash at Bucknalls Lane in Garston by the A405.

A driver was racially abused during a moment of road rage.

Police have confirmed a man has died after reports that he fell from a car park in Watford.

Firefighters cut off the door of a car to help free a person following a crash on the M1 near Watford.

The operators of the Watford Miniature Railway in Cassiobury Park have announced fares will be increasing in response to "significantly" rising costs.

A boxer says it was an "amazing feeling" to win in his hometown in his first ever professional bout.

Children across the area had a great time dressing up as their favourite characters to celebrate World Book Day – and you can see how some of them marked the occasion in school by looking through our special gallery.

Netflix remains the most popular in the UK providing a hub of our favourite TV and films.

Three great homes have been put up for sale around Watford in the last few days – with each one catering for a different price range.

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.

Here are some of the best steakhouses in Watford according to Tripadvisor reviews.

An applicant has lost an appeal to build nine homes on green space "used by locals on a weekly basis".

A mum has hailed the “super supportive” community after her daughter was accidentally cropped from a magazine’s football team picture.

A care home has been taken out of special measures after inspectors were assured improvements that were needed have been made.

The windows of five parked cars were smashed in a single night.

Andrew Love’s letter ‘Bigger hospital picture’ poses the question ‘what exactly are the plans for Watford General Hospital?’.

It is very common for people to receive financial assistance from parents and family members throughout their lives. Upon divorce, this can often lead to the question: will I be expected to re-pay this money, or will it be treated as a gift?

Jojo Maman Bebe, has an extensive list of practical and adorable gifts for this Mother’s Day.

The Channel 4 show will see celebrities attempt to re-create the iconic scenes from the hit movie.

Throw out the horseshoes and rabbit's foot because Pandora has just released your new good luck charm in time for St Patrick's Day. How to get yours

The iconic rock band will go on tour to mark their 60th anniversary.

Yesterday it was announced that This Morning and Dancing On Ice host, Holly Willoughby, had tested positive for Covid-19.

BrewDog has released a special fundraising beer in response to Russia's "unforgivable act of aggression" against Ukraine.

The new collection is in collaboration with the Prices Trust.

It can be easy to take for granted the privilege of being sat at our homes, in comfort and peace, while we watch conflict break out overseas.

A Watford county councillor has awarded more than £3,000 to organisations in and around Watford as part of the latest round of support.

A talented local boy stars in the romance adventure series Billy the Kid.

This wonderful aerial picture gives a flavour of how Watford High Street looked a century ago and how much has changed since.

The following planning applications were validated by Watford, Three Rivers and Dacorum councils in the week beginning Monday, March 7:

Hello everyone, my name’s Freddie and I’m a pretty 12-year-old cat. I’m a quiet girl who likes to keep to myself but I do enjoy a little fuss.

Here are some of the items in Aldi and Lidl middle aisles from Sunday, March 13.

If you're looking for some cakes or an afternoon tea hamper to give as a gift this Mother's Day then you may be in luck.

 Tripadvisor has revealed its most popular international destinations for Spring.  See the top 10 and the best flight deals to get there.

As we plough through the last of the cold weather, we can only hope that warmer Spring days aren’t far away.

As a self-confessed chocaholic, Aldi's new Easter egg range for 2022 had a lot to live up to.

A wildlife rescue centre has received a £500 donation to help pay for a range of new equipment.

A businessman spoke of the "sobering" experience of stepping in to rescue a Ukrainian family desperate to flee their country following the Russian invasion.

The following announcements were carried in the Watford Observer last week:

The director of a real estate developer says its purchase of an office building has "paid off very well" after it was left with just one space to fill.

More than 100 people came together at an event in Bushey to show their support for peace in Ukraine and all those affected by conflict around the world.

Friday 9th May 1958 was a Red-Letter Day for readers of the West Herts and Watford Observer, as it was then known. The usual news-packed 4d (2p) issue was accompanied by a doppelganger in miniature form, just 7 inches by 5½ inches (18cm by 14cm), in...