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Fri, 01 Jul 2022 15:00:52 +0100
Elton John concert tickets warning after last-minute change
Some printed Elton John tickets will no longer be valid after a last-minute change – sparking warnings of "pandemonium" ahead of this weekend's concerts.

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 12:17:41 +0100
Elton John in Watford: when, where, how much, how to get there
Sir Elton John will be returning to Watford for his Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour this weekend at Vicarage Road.

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 12:19:22 +0100
Warner Bros Studios Leavesden defends JK Rowling after event
Warner Bros Studios says it supports JK Rowling after blocking a question about the author at an event in Leavesden.

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 15:05:50 +0100
Watford man to be sentenced after taking pictures of kids on bus
A man who took pictures of school children on the bus will be sentenced at crown court.

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 09:50:00 +0100
Top 30 restaurants in Watford according to TripAdvisor
Living in Watford, we’re fortunate enough to have easy access to a variety of cuisines – but what are the best ranking ones?

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 09:00:00 +0100
My rave review of Tony and Maria's restaurant
If you haven’t tried the food at Tony and Maria’s Italian Restaurant, then I would highly recommend that you do.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 08:00:00 +0100
What's being built next to Jurys Inn by Watford ring road?
Wherever you look in Watford, it seems like something new is on the horizon.

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Take a look inside the £2.2 million luxury home in Watford on sale now on Rightmove now
The home is fully detached and was built in 2019.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Ofsted finds safeguarding concerns in Little Hands Adventure Club
An afterschool club was told that children’s safety was “compromised” after a recent Ofsted inspection.

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Let's hope it's not Goodbye, Yellow Brick Road for Sir Elton John
It is testament to the relationship between Watford and Elton John that stories about his upcoming concerts at Vicarage Road have been topping our 'most read' section all week.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 09:57:00 +0100
Expedia, Vrbo and Hotels.com reveal top summer 2022 travel trends and destinations
 See the holiday spots that Brits can't get enough of this summer.

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 19:02:00 +0100
Charity raises £1,400 for Paul Strickland Scanner Centre
A charity has raised more than £1,400 by holding its annual 10K walk in May this year.

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 16:26:11 +0100
M25 lanes shut near Watford after three vehicles crash
Three vehicles that crashed have shut lanes on the M25.

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Death notices in the Watford Observer week ending July 1, 2022
The following announcements were carried in the Watford Observer last week:

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 14:00:00 +0100
Hand on Heart launches summer campaign to support rough sleepers
A charity that supports rough sleepers, the homeless, and the vulnerable has launched a campaign to distribute 1,000 packs to those in need this summer.

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 14:00:00 +0100
Recalling plot to blow up a train between Bushey and Watford
With the railways constantly in the news, my thoughts return to childhood days when I loved standing by the bridge at Watford Heath to watch the speeding long-distance steam locomotives and carriages passing over the water trough. It was pure excitem...

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Food For All launches The Cafe Bakery to help refugees
Refugee families staying at a hotel are given “a sense of belonging” through a kitchen that teaches new cooking skills.

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Pictures: Memories of Elton John's three Watford concerts
Murals have been painted, a football ground is being transformed into a concert venue and in a little over 48 hours time the Hornets' most famous fan will again step out on stage at Vicarage Road to perform at the club that has been a huge part of hi...

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 13:20:00 +0100
Flash flooding in Watford after town hit by thunderstorm
Heavy rain and thunderstorms battered parts of Watford yesterday causing disruption to roads and rail.

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 17:02:00 +0100
Man stabbed in St Albans Verulam Road fight
A man was stabbed in a fight involving a group of men in what has been described as a  "terrifying" incident.

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 11:50:17 +0100
Police hand out fines during Bushey schools parking crackdown
Some parents have been issued with fines after police launched a crackdown on “dangerous and unacceptable” parking outside schools.

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Facebook's quirky Watford Marketplace items for sale
Once upon a time you would only find quirky items at a car boot sale or charity shop.

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Pictures: Cars and Watford fans queue outside station for Wembley
The current challenge for our camera club members continues to throw up an eclectic mix of pictures, including one captured ahead of one of the big days in Hornets' history.

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Sometimes comedians like Jimmy Carr should cross the line
I am rather fond of Jimmy Carr. Having seen him in concert, I found him self-effacing and a master of his art, despite occasionally dipping his toes over the line, which is a humour many of us pre-millennials enjoy.

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 17:44:00 +0100
Suitcases and bags your 2022 summer holiday needs including Aldi, M&S, and more
Here's a roundup of suitcases and bags, ideal for your summer holiday.

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 17:43:00 +0100
Holland & Barrett has up to 50 per cent off in huge summer sale
With deals on over 1000 health and wellness products, you’ll find everything you need for a summer of wellness.

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 13:44:00 +0100
BrewDog unveils first customisable beer cans - How to buy
Customers will be able to personalise their beer cans with their own texts and images

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 12:51:01 +0100
BA and Heathrow welcome help to prevent last-minute flight cancellations
Government regulations will allow a one-off “amnesty” on airport slots rules, enabling airlines to plan ahead

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 10:26:37 +0100
Prince Andrew thought he had done 'wonderfully' in infamous Newsnight interview
The interview that took place in 2019 questioned Prince Andrew on his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 07:24:23 +0100
Met Police officers sacked for Meghan Markle jokes labelled ‘abhorrent and discriminatory’
Two Metropolitan Police officers have been sacked over WhatsApp messages, including a racist joke about the Duchess of Sussex. This report contains offensive language.

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0100
BBC Eastenders Jack Branning actor Scott Maslen is married to a very famous music star
The actor is best known for his portrayal as DS Phil Hunter in ITV's The Bill and Jack Branning on the BBC's flagship soap EastEnders.

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 19:00:31 +0100
Crash on M25 between junctions 16 and 17 - recap
There has been a crash on the M25

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Watford town centre leak leaves a hundred properties without water
A burst pipe left around a hundreds properties in Watford town centre temporarily without water.

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 14:09:00 +0100
Watford choir welcomes new members
A Watford choir will be showcasing its talents at an upcoming summer event.

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 13:54:40 +0100
Matt Richardson: Dancing on Ice star admitted to hospital with amnesia
Richardson is suffering with memory loss due to a unspecified infection.

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 13:22:20 +0100
Cat and dog found dead in River Colne and canal
Two pets have been found dead in a canal within two weeks.

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 12:32:35 +0100
Cost of living crisis: Akshaya Patra opens Watford kitchen
A charity tackling child hunger and malnutrition has warned things are about to get much worse as they officially open their Watford kitchen.

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 11:13:44 +0100
Holywell doctors' surgery works to start 'within three months'
Work on a new doctors' surgery is "anticipated" to start within three months - despite the site having already been fenced off for a year.

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 12:55:00 +0100
Elderly man dodges jail after police sting involving '12-year-old girl'
An elderly man was stung by police after the 12-year-old girl he thought he was chatting to online turned out to be an undercover officer.

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Retailers in 'advanced talks' over former Watford John Lewis unit
An announcement on what lies in store for the empty John Lewis unit in Watford town centre could come sooner rather than later.

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 10:23:14 +0100
Pervert Camelot worker and comedian Eamon Goodfellow jailed
A comedian and former Camelot worker has been jailed for nearly five years after paying for and directing the sexual abuse of children.

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 12:02:15 +0100
Food hygiene: Standard Tandoori Restaurant jumps to 5/5 rating
An Indian restaurant in Croxley Green has redeemed itself after hygiene inspectors found early indications of pests.

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 16:53:00 +0100
Jamaica Blue coffee shop and café opens at atria Watford
A new cafe which gets its coffee beans from one of the "best producing regions in the world" has opened inside the atria Watford shopping centre.

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 17:00:00 +0100
Watford-themed hen do waltzes through Luton Airport
The early contender for fan trolling of the season has to go to Sammy Brown – not only does she support Watford but live in Dunstable, her Dad supports Luton...and last weekend her 15-strong hen party flew from Luton Airport dressed in Watford atti...

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 06:30:00 +0100
Win a Watford training top signed by Rob Edwards
At a time when every Watford fan wants to see signings, the Watford Observer is giving away a unique signing made by new head coach Rob Edwards.

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100
'Rethink' of Woodside Sports Village plans amid rising costs
Ambitious plans to regenerate a sports and playing fields have been delayed after costs began “going through the roof”.

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Bus providing safe haven for Hertfordshire armed forces veterans
A bus is providing a safe space for armed forces veterans in crisis in Hertfordshire.

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Inside revamped Watford 'gem' restaurant Pepe Rosso
A restaurateur has described his pride at its 15-year transformation from a coffee shop to a stylish cocktail bar.

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Parking concerns raised at St Paul's primary school
Proposals put forward to tackle parking by parents will not “help the dangerous situation”, a school has said.

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 00:48:00 +0100
The Vamps are coming to London: How to get tickets
The Vamps will head out on The Greatest Hits Tour.



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