A man drove a car at police before escaping after officers recovered two stolen vehicles and arrested a teenager.

Councillors have narrowly backed plans for a new 12-storey tower block in Watford town centre, despite the proposals being described as an “eyesore”.

A supermarket chain has confirmed it is eyeing up a location near the M25 for a new store.

The wife of a man who died after being hit by a lorry on the M1 says his death leaves a “massive hole”.

A Hertfordshire Constabulary police officer who quit after a judge said she was “determined to mislead us” while appearing as a witness has been barred from returning to the profession.

A newly appointed minister for refugees has taken his seat in the House of Lords.

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

A owner of a pub that has “closed its doors forever” believes there were ways the council could have sorted issues with anti-social behaviour claims at a neighbouring carpark.

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

A mother-of-two who says herself and her and her partner were beaten up by a group of six men has questioned why police did not test a drink which they believed was spiked.

The Watford Observer has again teamed with its friends at the Watford Treasury to share stories from previous issues.

From bags to sweatshirts see all the Disney products for Mother's Day.

It’s never a surprise that so close to an election the Conservative candidate for mayor seeks to blame the Liberal Democrats for something the Conservative-run county council has complete control of.

The Ukrainian flag will be flown outside Watford Town Hall to show solidarity for the people of the country.

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

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

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.

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

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.

Boris Johnson is set to visit Saudi Arabia on Wednesday.

Here's a roundup of Mother's Day gifts for the nature and wildlife lover in your life.

If you need a Mother's Day gift for someone who loves the great outdoors and walks in nature, there's lots of inspiration at GO Outdoors, Blacks, Craghoppers and Millets.

Support small businesses and get a unique present this Mothers Day.

According to MP Tulip Siddiq, British Iranian national Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe has had her British passport returned.

Find out where the hit drama-comedy show is filmed.

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.

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

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.

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.