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Fri, 10 Jun 2022 09:47:25 +0100
Roman Kemp likens Buckingham Palace party to Watford club
A radio host and TV presenter said Buckingham Palace’s Platinum Jubilee party reminded him of his partying days at a Watford nightclub.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 09:32:03 +0100
ITV’s Britain’s Got Talent winner Axel Blake announces tour- get tickets
The winner of Britain's Got Talent 2022, has announced he's going on tour.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 17:42:48 +0100
Man arrested after 'possible gun shots' in St Albans Road
A wanted man has been arrested after reports of "possible gun shots" closed a major road in Watford.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 15:49:21 +0100
Ukraine: Captured soldier Shaun Pinner 'sentenced to death'
A soldier from Watford who was captured by Russian forces while fighting for Ukraine has been sentenced to death by pro-Moscow rebels.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 11:57:00 +0100
Warner Bros Studios backlot filming warning to residents
Warner Bros Studios has warned people living nearby that it will be filming outdoors throughout much of this month.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 08:55:00 +0100
Northwood school among four in UK up for 'world's best school'
A private school could be named the best in the world and win a share of a $250,000 dollar prize pot.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 16:00:00 +0100
How Vicarage Road looked before Watford's football ground opened
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.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 17:33:26 +0100
Police raid Watford home after terrorism arrest
Police raided a Watford home after a man was arrested on suspicion of terrorism offences.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Met Office forecasts predict UK summer heatwave this weekend with 23C highs
Parts of the UK including the south and London can expect some warmer weather this weekend, according to the Met Office.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 07:37:11 +0100
Police searching for missing Hemel boy last seen in Watford
Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace a teenager who has gone missing.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Bungalows and employment areas in Hertsmere protected from developers
Hertsmere Borough Council has reaffirmed its commitment to stopping offices and industrial buildings in some areas being turned into homes.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Mojo Fusion barbershop launches new initiative to help kids
A “community-interest” barbershop is launching a new initiative to help families struggling during the cost of living crisis.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Planned road closures in Watford, Kings Langley and Chorleywood
Part of a busy road in Watford is among the streets in the area set to be temporarily closed for roadworks.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 01:10:00 +0100
Chris Rock and Dave Chappelle London's O2 Arena: How to buy general tickets
The comedians are heading to the stage for an exclusive show.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 08:13:26 +0100
Queen Elizabeth's 1947 wedding cake could be yours as it goes on sale
The perfectly preserved slice is from 1947 and has a warning that it's no longer edible.

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Father's Day gifts for gaming dads including Xbox and PS5 consoles, games and accessories
Here are some options for Father’s Days gifts for gaming dads from Game, AO, Buyagift and more.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 16:48:37 +0100
Live updates as Rickmansworth Road in Watford reopens
Police are currently at Rickmansworth Road in Watford as they are called to an incident. Follow our blog for updates.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 08:32:33 +0100
Live updates: Nine miles queues on M25 between St Albans and Watford
Traffic is very slow

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 15:32:24 +0100
Two cars crash leaving Watford ring road blocked
Watford's ring road was left temporarily blocked because of a crash.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 15:28:28 +0100
M25 driver jailed after road rage left motorcyclist paralysed
A car driver who left a motorbike rider paralysed for life after knocking him into the path of a lorry has been jailed for four years.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 14:00:00 +0100
Free liver scans offered for the day in Watford town centre
Watford residents are being invited to get a free health check this week at The Parade.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 13:15:24 +0100
Police searching for teenager missing from Watford
Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace a teenager who has gone missing from Watford.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 12:40:00 +0100
Vernon Kay meets brain tumour patient on The Grove golf course
Celebrities visited The Grove hotel this week for a round of golf and to raise money for a children’s cancer charity.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 11:16:24 +0100
Roads shut near Bushey Arches due to incident involving lorry
A road has been closed in Watford and drivers are being warned to expect delays.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 10:41:33 +0100
The Lady of Heaven can still be watched at Vue Watford
Cineworld has cancelled all screenings of a film about the Prophet Muhammad's daughter – but the controversial movie can still be seen in Watford.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 10:04:46 +0100
British soldier Shaun Pinner could face 20 years in jail
Two Britons captured by Russian forces face 20 years behind bars, according to a video shared by Russian state media.

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 16:21:15 +0100
Vicious dog attack in Cassiobury Park terrifies owners
Two Watford dogwalkers were left terrified after their pet received “gaping wounds” from an aggressive dog that was left of its lead.

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 11:07:22 +0100
Extra flats at St Albans Road redevelopment get green light
Plans for extra flats at Watford’s largest redevelopment scheme have been given the go ahead at the second time of asking.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 07:36:27 +0100
Progress Pride flags raised across Hertsmere in support of LGBTQ+
Flags have been raised across Hertsmere in support of the borough’s LGBTQ+ community.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Scammers pose as police officers to scam pensioners
Fraudsters have been posing as police officers to target pensioners in retirement villages.

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Watford Leisure Centre Central cracks down on porn searches
A gym-goer was disgusted to find somebody had tried to watch adult channels on machines at a leisure centre.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Mum of baby who nearly died swallowing battery lobbies MPs
A mum whose baby nearly died after swallowing a battery has lobbied MPs in Parliament as part of an awareness campaign.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 19:41:00 +0100
Aldi and Lidl: What's in the middle aisles from Thursday June 9
Here's some of the items you'll find in Aldi and Lidl middle aisle's from Thursday, June 9.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 17:41:00 +0100
The Royal Mint releases new Pride 50p coin to mark major UK Pride anniversary
Five million coins will also enter general circulation later in the year to help make the landmark design accessible to everyone.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 17:00:45 +0100
BBC Wimbledon presenter Sue Barker to retire after 30 years after 2022 tournament
The BBC has described Barker as the "original trailblazer", being the first woman to lead presentation for a crown jewel event on the BBC.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 15:40:00 +0100
Pandora launches summer sale with up to 50 per cent off jewellery
Pandora has launched its summer sale with up to 50% off popular jewellery items.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 14:45:16 +0100
Prince William goes undercover to sell the Big Issue
The future King was pictured selling the magazine in central London.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 11:40:33 +0100
Boohoo and Megan Fox 2.0 collab is out now - See the best looks from dresses to blazers
She's here! Megan Fox releases he second collection with Boohoo.

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 17:30:00 +0100
Watford community neighbourhood grants scheme launches
Communities can bid to receive up to £20,000 to spend on projects and initiatives in their area.

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 15:51:38 +0100
Foo Fighters announce tribute concert to late drummer Taylor Hawkins
The concert comes following Hawkins's sudden passing in March this year.

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 15:28:00 +0100
The Mount scraps plan for new prisoner cards and letters policy
A decision by a prison to only accept greeting cards for inmates made by certain companies has been dropped.

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 12:22:29 +0100
Apex Corner update as 'traffic chaos' set to last into July
An update has been issued on bridge repairs that have been causing gridlock for nearly a month.

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 11:29:04 +0100
Luton Airport job vacancies you can apply for now
Luton Airport has a variety of jobs up for grabs, here's some of the vacancies you can apply for now.

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 10:32:59 +0100
Watford thief dodges jail after targeting supermarkets
A Watford man has dodged prison after he admitted stealing hundreds of pounds worth of meat and several bottles of alcohol.

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 17:22:07 +0100
Teen allegedly attacked with knife at Chorleywood Common
An arrest has been made after a masked male allegedly attacked a 15-year-old boy with a knife.

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 07:43:00 +0100
Dog walker assaulted at King George Rec Ground in Bushey
A dog walker was seriously assaulted after he challenged a group of teenager who set fire to a bin.

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 16:50:00 +0100
Police hunt wanted man with Watford links for prison recall
Police are hunting a wanted man who was previously sentenced over an attack in Watford.

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 15:06:11 +0100
Warning of dog attack near Cassiobury Park, Watford
Concerns have been raised of an “extremely aggressive dog” being used as a “weapon against random strangers”.

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 06:00:00 +0100
New cycling and walking scheme in Wiggenhall Road to begin
Overnight roadworks will begin next week on the creation of a new shared path for pedestrians and cyclists in Watford.

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 10:54:16 +0100
Over 200 people enjoy Devereux Drive jubilee street party
The Jubilee weekend might be over but people in Watford are still sharing their pictures in abundance.



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