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Watford Observer

Sun, 01 May 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Best places for a Sunday roast in Watford
Are you looking for a place to have your Sunday roast?

Sun, 01 May 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Watford's unique house on sale now on Rightmove
The house is built on the grounds of Russell's House.

Mon, 02 May 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Next steps agreed by council on Hertsmere local plan process
Councillors have made a decision on the next steps of a process that will set out the future of development in Hertsmere over the next 15 years.

Mon, 02 May 2022 07:00:00 +0100
21 historical pictures of pubs in Watford's past
The Watford Observer has been showcasing pictures from the Watford Museum archive for the past year. Many of these old photos have been of pubs, but they have not been featured altogether – until now.

Mon, 02 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
More employment tribunal hearings to happen in person
The Presidents of the Employment Tribunals in England, Wales and in Scotland have published an updated 'road map' for Employment Tribunal proceedings in 2022/23.

Mon, 02 May 2022 09:47:51 +0100
Highway Code: UK drivers could face £5,000 fine over air conditioning in their car
Air conditioning (or lack of) could see drivers punished under Highway Code rule 237.

Sun, 01 May 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Death notices in the Watford Observer week ending April 29, 2022
The following announcements were carried in the Watford Observer last week:

Sun, 01 May 2022 15:00:00 +0100
Comedian Nish Kumar to play the Alban Arena, St Albans
A comedian reportedly booed offstage during an anti-Brexit routine at a charity gig is bringing his mixture of confrontation and self-deprecation to St Albans.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 14:48:00 +0100
Police investigating stabbings in Hemel Hempstead and Borehamwood
Detectives are investigating two separate stabbings in Hertfordshire towns that occurred within 24 hours of each other.

Sun, 01 May 2022 14:00:00 +0100
Readers react to new Watford General Hospital car park charges
Readers of the Watford Observer have questioned why parking prices have gone up with the public opening of Watford General Hospital’s new car park.

Sun, 01 May 2022 13:00:00 +0100
Fly-tipper who dumped tyres at supermarket given suspended prison sentence
A man who dumped tyres in a supermarket car park in Rickmansworth has been sentenced.

Sun, 01 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Hertsmere Borough Council pledges continued support for Ukrainian refugees
Unanimous agreement has been given by Hertsmere Borough Council to a cross-party motion strongly condemning Vladimir Putin’s "imperialist invasion of Ukraine".

Sun, 01 May 2022 11:00:00 +0100
Memories of a concert for staff at Odhams Press in Watford
This picture is showing signs of its age but it captures a relaxed scene as workers at one of Watford's best known companies are treated to an outdoor concert.

Sun, 01 May 2022 10:46:02 +0100
Paedophile Camelot worker and comedian convicted
A comedian and former Camelot worker has been convicted of paying for and directing the sexual abuse of children in the Philippines and Romania.

Sun, 01 May 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Planning applications in Watford, Three Rivers and Dacorum this week
A housing development is among the planning applications validated by Watford, Three Rivers and Dacorum councils in the week beginning April 25.

Sun, 01 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Rabbits dumped in a box at Watford animal rescue centre
Hi there, my name’s Hoppity and I’m a sweet one-year-old boy. I was sadly dumped in a box at the National Animal Welfare Trust with my friends three weeks ago but, luckily, was found by a member of staff.

Sun, 01 May 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Psycho and the horror secret that Hitchcock understood
Well, my fellow travellers down Memory Lane, we have survived another week and once again it gives me a chance to name drop - albeit names from the past.

Sun, 01 May 2022 17:15:55 +0100
Fox walks into ex-Radio 1 DJ Annie Mac’s house and steals trainer
Cheeky fox filmed walking into the home of ex-Radio 1 DJ Annie Mac – just watch what he does next.

Sun, 01 May 2022 12:19:58 +0100
Which? and Action Fraud warning over fake Martin Lewis investment scheme scams
Action Fraud and Which? have warned of an increase in fake emails and adverts fraudulently using Martin Lewis’ image

Sun, 01 May 2022 09:03:25 +0100
Country singer Naomi Judd dies aged 76
Her daughters Ashley and Wynonna confirmed the news in a statement.

Sun, 01 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Met Gala 2022: Everything you need to know
From what time does it start and how to watch, we have everything you need to know about the biggest night in fashion.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Netflix proves that more television does not mean better
When young, entertainment was limited. It was never an issue however as we knew no alternative. Days would be spent on a home-made go cart, complete with pre-requisite pram wheels, a length of wood in place of a brake and a rope steering handle which...

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 14:00:00 +0100
A vegan market is heading back to St Albans
A buzz is in the air as the St Albans Vegan Market is set to return this Sunday after last year’s success.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 11:30:00 +0100
Man guilty of illegally selling jewellery with elephant hair
A man has been found guilty of illegally selling gold jewellery containing hair from African elephants.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 11:00:00 +0100
Talented photographer who ran White Bear pub in Rickmansworth
The Watford Observer is delighted to team up with Three Rivers Museum for a series that will remind readers of some of the people who, often now forgotten, made an impact on how their neighbours lived and worked. The next in the series is innkeeper a...

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 10:17:00 +0100
Traffic warning for Watford as large crowds expected and railway shut
Traffic in Watford could be even busier than usual today with a large number of people expected in the town.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 09:32:00 +0100
Police searching for missing teenager
Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace a teenage boy who has gone missing.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Great scenic walk near Watford with views and pubs
The benefits of the great outdoors have been brought to the forefront over the last two years.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Will unpopular tower blocks swing Watford mayoral election?
Many Watford people will be glad to see Liberal Democrat councillors n.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Pictures: Ricky Gervais, Elvis Presley's plane and Hogwarts Express
From steam trains to an aircraft belonging to one of the most popular singers of all-time - and a guest appearance by a famous comedian - our talented photographers have already captured a wonderful range of pictures to star their new challenge.

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 08:36:21 +0100
ABBA lose out on most streamed Eurovision song of all time
The Swedish group's pop classic Waterloo came in second place to a song from the Netherlands

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
May Bank Holiday supermarket hours: Aldi, Tesco Lidl, Sainsburys and more
Don't get caught out by the bank holiday weekend and see the supermarkets opening hours.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 16:32:32 +0100
New Watford General Hospital car park prices hiked
Parking prices have been hiked at Watford General Hospital's new car park, which will open to the public tomorrow (April 29).

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 18:33:12 +0100
Bush-E-Babes Nursery manager speaks on Ofsted inspection
The manager of a nursery that was told it ‘requires improvement’ has hit back at an “overtly negative” Ofsted inspector.

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 16:11:39 +0100
Garston teen wins medal at World Cheerleading Championships
A teenager from Garston, Watford, said it is “crazy” to have won a bronze medal at the Cheerleading World Championships.

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Petition launched over 24 storey tower planned in Clarendon Road
A developer has been branded "greedy" after submitting revised plans to build a larger tower block in Watford.

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 16:13:59 +0100
Tesco Express staff in Watford react to signs of smoke
Customers were quickly evacuated to safety after a “big puff” of smoke began to fill up a Tesco store.

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 15:37:28 +0100
Neil Parish: Tory MP 'watching porn in Commons' name revealed
Conservative MP Neil Parish has been revealed as the MP accused of watching pornography in the House of Commons.

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 15:16:00 +0100
Chip shop boss fears soaring costs could lead to price hikes
One of Watford’s top-rated fish and chip shops fears potential price hikes caused by the war in Ukraine could turn customers away.

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 15:16:51 +0100
Woman injured after fight breaks out in Whippendell Road
A woman was punched in the head after a fight broke out within a group.

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Anthony Joshua, Met Line, George Michael and Watford FC among archive stories
A stunning world title victory for Anthony Joshua, another huge blow to the Met Line extension plans, a denial of claims that Watford FC may be sold and an award for the town’s nightlife were among the stories making the headlines in the Watford Ob...

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 12:04:16 +0100
Watford man sentenced for having samurai sword and cocaine
A Watford man has been sentenced for having a samurai sword at his home and being in possession of cocaine.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 09:58:12 +0100
Warning to those holidaying abroad after alcohol rule change
Jason Walker is warning holiday goers to read the fine print of their all-inclusive holiday packages after a rule change.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 11:30:00 +0100
Carters Steam Fair to cease touring this year
Carters Steam Fair have announced that this tour will be their last.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 10:15:32 +0100
Police investigating burglary at builders' merchant near Bushey
More than a thousand pounds worth of power tools have been stolen from a builders' merchant.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 12:45:00 +0100
Candidates clash over development at Watford mayoral hustings
Political rivals clashed over who is responsible for tower blocks that have sprung up or been approved in Watford in recent years.

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Planned road closures in Watford, Rickmansworth and Oxhey
Motorists may find their journeys disrupted due to planned road closures across our area for roadworks.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Food hygiene: All the Watford eateries rated up until April
Inspectors appeared impressed in a list of highly-rated eateries across Watford after recent visits.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 17:42:00 +0100
Arriva buses avoiding Watford High Street stops because of bollards
A bus operator has been avoiding Watford High Street because its vehicles are getting 'trapped' by faulty bollards.

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Stevens Fun Fair set NOT to come to Watford this year
Stevens Fun Fair will not come to Watford this year unless it can open in Cassiobury Park after organisers deemed other sites unsuitable.



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