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Watford Observer

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 09:56:19 +0100
Appeal after man 'punched to ground' in 'serious' M25 fight
Three men were allegedly involved in a fight as the M25 was shut earlier this week.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 08:21:00 +0100
Customers upset at Jurassic Experience Cassiobury Park
Many people said they were left “disappointed” with the dinosaur display at Cassiobury Park after spotting toothless creatures.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 08:10:00 +0100
Aldenham Reservoir: Footpath to stay open for good after agreement
A reservoir path will stay open to the public after a legal agreement was reached between the reservoir's private owners and Hertfordshire County Council.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 08:03:00 +0100
Man arrested after serious M25 'assault' near South Mimms
A motorist sustained life-changing injuries before a man was arrested after an alleged attack on the M25 yesterday (Monday).

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Ukraine collection volunteers find new home in Watford
Volunteers who feared they would have to stop their work supporting people affected by the war in Ukraine have found a new home.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
New merged Next store opens at Atria Watford extension
Take an inside look at the department-style Next store at Atria Watford.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 07:56:00 +0100
Harry Potter Warner Bros. Studio Tour offering afternoon tea - how to book
Warner Bros. Harry Potter Studio Tour is offering an afternoon tea experience - here's how to book.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 07:55:00 +0100
Planned motorway closures on M1, M25 near Watford for 11 months
MOTORISTS using the motorway network near Watford and surrounding areas are set to have their journeys disrupted due to a package of overnight closures that could last for almost a year.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Man denies stealing 24 Red Bull drinks from Watford Tesco
A man has denied multiple theft charges after allegedly stealing Red Bulls, chocolate bars and coffee jars from Watford stores.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0100
250 sign petition opposing bus route changes in Watford and Hemel areas
Around 250 people have backed a petition that accuses planned changes to bus routes from later this month as being "totally unfair".

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Food hygiene: Why Standard Tandoori Restaurant scored 0/5
There are indications that progress is being made after a restaurant scored 0/5 and had 22 areas of concern highlighted by food hygiene inspectors.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Watford hospital redevelopment costs hit 'jaw-dropping' sum
Further to Helen Brown’s, deputy CEO of WHHT, response to Graham Cartmell’s excellent letter from the previous week.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 09:37:48 +0100
National Television Awards 2022: when it's on, who is hosting and where the new venue is
The National Television Awards has previously been hosted at London's O2 Arena

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 08:57:16 +0100
Save more than £300 on BT TV and Broadband with Easter deal
The BT deal includes a Netflix subscription, as well as a NOW Entertainment membership

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Eurovision Song Contest 2022: How to get tickets
Find out everything you need to know on how to get tickets for Eurovision.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 04:11:00 +0100
Olivier Awards 2022: Full line up and how to get tickets
The Olivier Awards take place on Sunday, April 10 at the Royal Albert Hall London.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 20:00:00 +0100
West Hertfordshire NHS Trust celebrates 'teaching' status
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust has formally marked its new status as a teaching hospital.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 18:41:00 +0100
Marks and Spencer launch Peter Rabbit kids collection - buy it here
Marks and Spencer has launched a new Peter Rabbit kids collection to mark 120 years since the Beatrix Potter book was released.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Contribution to Watford's history of Observer photographers
The Watford Observer has again teamed with its friends at the Watford Treasury to share stories from previous issues.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 15:36:54 +0100
When is MasterChef 2022 on TV and who are the heat 3 contestants?
MasterChef is back for series 18 with 45 new chefs hoping to impress judges Gregg Wallace and John Torode.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 15:00:00 +0100
Deputy chief exec Helen Brown to leave West Herts NHS Trust
The deputy chief executive of West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals Trust will be leaving to become chief executive of a trust in the capital.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 13:07:00 +0100
New plans submitted for old care home in Kingsfield Road, Oxhey
Revised plans have been submitted to redevelop a former care home after an initial proposal was rejected by Watford Borough Council.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 11:13:38 +0100
The Works issues statement after being forced to shut down shops after cyber-attack
The company said while payment data has not been compromised, it has not yet established “the full extent” of data affected.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 10:59:50 +0100
Paradise Wildlife Park to rebrand itself as Hertfordshire Zoo
A popular zoo in Hertfordshire will rebrand itself after operating for 40 years.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 08:05:00 +0100
Car flies OVER bollards in hair-raising Woodmere Avenue crash
One of the most dramatic crashes yet at a notorious width restriction happened over the weekend.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Vandals target disabled stand named after Oxhey Jets player
The founder of Oxhey Jets is “absolutely gutted” after a stand for disabled spectators named in memory of a former player was vandalised.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Severe delays due to 'police incident' on M25 in South Mimms
There are severe delays on a number of routes including the M25 this evening (April 4).

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Interactive dinosaur exhibition at Cassiobury Park opens
Cassiobury Park is filled with dinosaurs in preparation for the interactive exhibition which opens today (April 2).

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Council has 'misled' public over cost of rainbow crossing
A council has been accused of being "dishonest" about how much it cost to install a rainbow crossing in a park last year.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 14:00:00 +0100
Spring Statement: Watford families will 'pay price'
The Chancellor’s lacklustre Spring Statement failed to adequately protect local families from soaring bills and the Conservatives’ worsening cost of living crisis.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 01:01:00 +0100
Tesco opens new hot cross bun cafe in Shoreditch - how to book your space
Tesco has opened a new hot cross bun cafe in Shoreditch - find out how to book here.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 17:59:09 +0100
LEGO has a Sonic the Hedgehog Green Hill Zone set created by a UK superfan - How to buy
Gotta. Go. Fast. When the world needs a hero...Think fast and get your LEGO set.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 14:01:32 +0100
Easter holidays: What to do if your flights get cancelled
In the last few days, both British Airways and easyJet had to cancel flights, and the chaos looks like it is going to continue.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 11:41:02 +0100
Aldi is selling a £40 electric barbecue ready for summer and customers love it
Aldi shoppers are loving this £40 electric barbecue - order it now before it sells out!

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 11:24:49 +0100
Get paid £1,500 to watch Netflix as boohoo's new tracksuit tester
You will be asked to test out five boohooMAN tracksuits during activities including watching Netflix, playing video games and napping.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 04:09:00 +0100
Iceland releases new TGI Friday's BBQ Range in time for the heatwave
The new TGI Fridays range at Iceland is perfect for BBQ season and you can get it now

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 01:01:00 +0100
Tesco launches new Easter hot cross bun item on its café menu
Tesco will serve a Hot Cross Bun Ice Cream Sandwich in its in-store cafes until Easter Sunday.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Louis Theroux BBC series to air with Stormzy and celebrity guests
'The Louis Theroux Interviews' is a new six-part BBC Two series, where the presenter will meet celebrity guests such as Stormzy.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 19:05:34 +0100
June Brown death: TV highlights from Eastenders to Graham Norton
Best known for playing Dot Cotton, June Brown had many TV highlights – here are a few including Loose Women, The Graham Norton Show and, of course, Eastenders.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 16:32:00 +0100
Over 40 arrested after two protests at Buncefield oil facility
More than 40 climate change activists have been arrested after two protests at an oil depot.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Pictures: Carnival, pubs and life in Watford area in 1990
We have again dipped into the Watford Observer’s online archive and here are ten more pictures for you to enjoy that were captured by our photographers in 1990.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 15:45:00 +0100
Members of Batchworth Park Golf turned away in lease dispute
Longstanding members of a golf club say they were being turned away at the door and removed by security after a dispute regarding contracts that would surrender lease control.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 15:28:26 +0100
Dan Walker announces he is leaving BBC Breakfast for Channel 5 News
BBC Breakfast presenter Dan Walker will leave the morning programme and move to Channel 5 News.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 14:05:00 +0100
EastEnders stalwart June Brown, best known as Dot Cotton, dies aged 95
EastEnders star June Brown, best known for her role as chain-smoking Dot Cotton, has died at the age of 95, the BBC has announced.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 14:00:00 +0100
Where to get the best kebabs in Watford according to Tripadvisor reviews
 Find out where you can get the best kebabs in Watford.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Watford cocaine charges plummet while help calls soar 150%
Cocaine charges linked to Watford have plummeted during the pandemic – but a non-profit organisation says the problem is “definitely” worsening.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Charlotte Riley awarded for WonderWorks nursery achievement
Actress Charlotte Riley says the nursery she co-founded has changed lives after receiving an award.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
'Earliest image' of part of St Albans Road in Watford
The changes that have happened in Watford over the years makes it easy to forget how old parts of the town are, but the picture above shows how one of the busiest roads looked more than a century ago.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 07:36:00 +0100
Radlett sexual predator tried to arrange meeting to abuse girl
A sexual predator who thought he was arranging to abuse a seven-year-old girl has been sentenced.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0100
'Embarrassed' man stopped from using Tesco petrol station over little known rule
A Wiltshire man has complained to retail giant Tesco after being threatened with being reported to police for filling up three jerry cans full of petrol.



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