Watford Observer
Sat, 09 Jul 2022 09:35:00 +0100Fire crews attend van fire on M1 between Watford and Edgware
This is the moment a van was captured going up in flames on the M1 during rush hour.
Sat, 09 Jul 2022 09:00:00 +0100Fun things to do in Watford this weekend
As the weekend begins you might be wondering “what can I do today?”
Sat, 09 Jul 2022 08:00:00 +0100Chipotle, Honest Burgers, and pub garden among new arrivals to Watford
New restaurants, bars, and cafes are always cropping up in Watford with businesses drawn to what the town has to offer.
Sat, 09 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +0100Pictures: Classic cars, motor racing and Bushey Arches in the past
We’ve reached the third week of the car photography challenge for our camera club members and they continue to capture a wide variety of vehicles being driven, raced or parked in a whole host of different situations as you can see by scrolling down...
Sat, 09 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100North Hertfordshire house prices: Average house prices rise by £1,000
House prices in North Hertfordshire have gone up by an average of over £1,000 in the month of April, according to figures from the Land Registry.
Fri, 08 Jul 2022 18:25:00 +0100Old Palace pub in Kings Langley looking for landlord
A Kings Langley pub is looking for a landlord to put it 'back on the map'.
Fri, 08 Jul 2022 18:00:00 +0100East Hertfordshire house prices: Average house prices plummet by £8,000
House prices in East Hertfordshire have plummeted by an average of over £8,000 in the month of April, according to figures from the Land Registry.
Fri, 08 Jul 2022 17:31:54 +0100Five beaches to visit only hours from Watford
The great British summer is finally here, so why not enjoy a weekend at the beach.
Fri, 08 Jul 2022 16:13:58 +0100Watford MP Dean Russell breaks silence over Boris Johnson
Watford MP Dean Russell has backed Boris Johnson to stay on until a replacement is found after he was pictured supporting the PM at his resignation speech.
Fri, 08 Jul 2022 15:48:45 +0100Petition over bus lane near A41 roundabout in Watford
A petition has been launched to tackle motorists causing “chaos” when they wrongly use a Watford bus lane.
Fri, 08 Jul 2022 14:32:44 +0100Vishal Gohel killed in Bushey home after 'honeytrap' set-up
A man was murdered in his flat after being set up in a “honeytrap” by three young women, a court heard.
Fri, 08 Jul 2022 16:00:00 +0100Ascot Road tower block approved; Zola appointed Watford boss
Our regular look back at the stories that were making the headlines five and ten years ago this week recalls when approval was given to a controversial tower block in Watford, a venue in the town received blue plaque recognition, a revamp of Cassiobu...
Fri, 08 Jul 2022 11:37:38 +0100Three Rivers, Hertsmere and St Albans top house price charts
The three most expensive districts for house prices in the Eastern England are all in south west Hertfordshire after lockdown caused "significant lifestyle changes”.
Fri, 08 Jul 2022 12:04:06 +0100'Attempted kidnap' arrest made after St Albans incidents
A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted kidnap after several reports of families being approached in St Albans.
Fri, 08 Jul 2022 11:04:01 +0100Vicarage Road closure: Drivers caught out and forced to make U-turns
Numerous drivers are being caught out by a road closure in Watford that is set to last for three weeks.
Fri, 08 Jul 2022 10:15:00 +0100Watford households can still claim council tax energy rebate
More than 10,000 eligible households in Watford have not yet applied or are waiting to receive the Government’s council tax energy rebate.
Thu, 07 Jul 2022 18:25:36 +0100Arrest made amid reports of man ‘approaching families with kids’
An arrest has been made after several reports of a man approaching families with children and trying to engage them in conversation in St Albans.
Thu, 07 Jul 2022 18:00:00 +0100Chico’s Parmi 'N' Shakes Watford branch nears completion
Work will soon be complete on a Watford branch of a unique fast-food restaurant with rave reviews.
Thu, 07 Jul 2022 17:00:00 +0100Simon East Butchers in Abbots Langley closing after 50 years
A family run butchers shop in Abbots Langley high street is closing after 50 years of serving customers.
Thu, 07 Jul 2022 14:46:47 +0100Plans for 193 flats at Glyn Hopkin car showroom submitted
Major plans to redevelop a car showroom in Watford into flats have been formally submitted.
Wed, 06 Jul 2022 12:56:56 +0100Vicarage Road in Watford to shut for three weeks
Roadworks will shut a major road in Watford for more than three weeks in both directions during all hours.
Thu, 07 Jul 2022 10:00:28 +0100The Green in Croxley Green closed due to roadworks
A road is currently closed because of urgent water repairs.
Wed, 06 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100ULEZ Expansion: See the full proposed expansion map
The expansion means that drivers in London will have to pay when driving in the Ultra-Low Emission Zone.
Fri, 08 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100Man charged with 'strangling' woman set to go on trial
A man is set to go on trial at crown court after he was charged with strangling a woman.
Fri, 08 Jul 2022 05:59:00 +0100New video of rat 'infestation' near Watford High Street
Another video of "disgusting” rats scurrying around Watford town centre has emerged after the council deemed intervention unnecessary.
Fri, 08 Jul 2022 21:00:00 +0100BBC Eastenders legend Shane Richie to return as Alfie Moon as fans promised drama
Show bosses are encouraging viewers to watch for clues about his return in the coming days.
Fri, 08 Jul 2022 08:39:12 +0100Royal Mint launches new 50p coin with hidden codes to honour Alan Turing
It is the first time the mathematician’s life and work have been marked on an official UK coin, with gold, silver and base metal versions available.
Thu, 07 Jul 2022 17:03:13 +0100M25 traffic updates after crash causes delays - recap
Traffic has been stopped on the M25 clockwise due to a crash between junctions 24 and 25 near Potters Bar.
Thu, 07 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100Cash Giveaway
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Thu, 07 Jul 2022 17:40:00 +0100Police issue warning to Watford drivers after rise in thefts
Police have issued a warning after a rise in vehicle thefts in Watford.
Thu, 07 Jul 2022 17:40:00 +0100Herts Valleys CCG disbanded as new health board created
The GP-run body that commissions healthcare in south west Hertfordshire has been disbanded as part of a major NHS shake-up.
Thu, 07 Jul 2022 16:00:00 +0100Looking back at the opening of a new Watford Market
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, 07 Jul 2022 15:11:48 +0100Oxhey Activity Park riders get new skate park storage hub
A new facility will make it easier for anyone to get become skilled riders at ‘one of the best skateparks in the UK’.
Thu, 07 Jul 2022 14:03:00 +0100Man arrested after reports of person eyeing up vehicles in Oxhey
Police have arrested a man after a person was seen shining a torch into several parked vehicles.
Thu, 07 Jul 2022 12:15:07 +0100Who will decide on Boris Johnson's replacement? Tory leadership race explained
Both Tory MPs and Conservative Party members play a decisive role in electing the next leader.
Thu, 07 Jul 2022 11:30:00 +0100Bugler Homes buys Rickmansworth Service Station site
A property developer has announced it has bought a former family-run service station.
Wed, 06 Jul 2022 17:30:00 +0100Elton John lookalike wonders if they are related
An Elton John lookalike with many connections to the star wonders if he might be the Rocketman’s long-lost brother.
Wed, 06 Jul 2022 14:56:29 +0100Greene King offering free pint for Women's Euros if you have a certain surname
A free pint can be claimed when England are playing matches at the Women's Euros
Wed, 06 Jul 2022 19:00:00 +0100Knifepoint Whippendell Wood robbers still at large
Two knifepoint robbers are still at large after a jogger was targeted on the outskirts of Watford, police have confirmed.
Wed, 06 Jul 2022 17:00:00 +0100'Grotesque' zombie knife found in Watford playground
A "grotesque" zombie knife was found hidden in a playground sparking fears over children's safety.
Thu, 07 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100Council slammed over Elton John concert parking information
A West Watford man says he and his neighbours were not warned about parking restrictions when the Elton John concerts were held.
Thu, 07 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100Man caught in Watford with 'zombie' knife in front of children
A man who was caught with a 'zombie' knife in front of children has been jailed for the impact he had on those who witnessed him.
Thu, 07 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100Pole in South Oxhey road forces pensioners to walk further
Access for emergency services has been restricted and the less abled have had to walk further after a pole was placed in the middle of a South Oxhey road.
Wed, 06 Jul 2022 14:05:48 +0100Watford MP silent over support of Boris Johnson
Local MPs have remained tight-lipped once again on whether they still have faith in Boris Johnson’s leadership following a flood of resignations in the Conservative party.
Thu, 07 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100Wireless Festival Finsbury Park: All you need to know from set times to acts
Find all the information you need to know about Wireless Festival at Finsbury Park.
Thu, 07 Jul 2022 10:28:26 +0100Boris Johnson stands down: Reports suggest Prime Minister has resigned - what we know
Mr Johnson finally lost control of power in No 10 following a string of resignations from ministers and aides, according to reports.
Thu, 07 Jul 2022 18:30:52 +0100The Godfather actor James Caan dies aged 82, family confirms
The famed actor was perhaps best known for his Academy Award-winning role as Sonny Corleone in the 1972 film The Godfather.
Thu, 07 Jul 2022 14:17:14 +0100No 10 Downing Street listed on Rightmove briefly after Boris Johnson resigns as PM
The Rightmove property was listed to have 15 bedrooms and 12 bathrooms, with its square footage “perfect for parties and work gatherings”.
Thu, 07 Jul 2022 12:41:08 +0100Boris Johnson resignation speech: Read full statement as he steps down as UK Prime Minister
The Prime Minister’s resignation after haemorrhaging support among his ministers and MPs will fire the starting gun for a contest to replace him.
Wed, 06 Jul 2022 16:37:51 +0100M1 traffic recap after multiple car crash
There are long delays on the M1 northbound due to a multiple car crash