Staff at a chicken shop did not wash their hands after handling foods and “filthy” cloths were used, inspectors found.

The council has promised to fix “one of the worst potholes in Watford”.

A woman has been left housebound in fear after she was allegedly punched unconscious and robbed by a taxi driver following a night out in Watford.

A dad will have to travel for around three times as long to get his shopping done if the planned ULEZ expansion covering the whole of London goes ahead.

An inmate who threw boiling water into the faces of a prison guard and a prisoner in a wheelchair has been jailed for eight years.

A developer wants to knock down a factory and build nearly 100 homes in its place.

Development is a hot topic in Watford and more is inevitably on the way as developers continue to submit housing plans across the town.

The latest data from the government department reveals that in May 2022 average house prices in East Hertfordshire reached £443,591.

Sometimes a photo can transport you to a beautiful peaceful place, or put you in the midst of a lively, vivid moment - and sometimes it's not that far away.

Here are 11 of the best places to eat in Watford according to Tripadvisor reviews.

A garden centre boss described how customers opened up to staff about how gardening helped their mental health under lockdown.

Rail passengers are being warned of new disruption to services due to a planned strike by train drivers at nine companies.

During August and September wasps turn their attentions to sweet food making them much more of a nuisance.

Herts Police have issued warnings over 120 motorcycles being stolen in the last three months and a "very convincing" banking app scam.

A woman who was reportedly attacked and robbed by a taxi driver in Watford has branded the police response “demoralising”.

A ten-day music festival set in a colourful inflatable maze is heading to Cassiobury Park.

A herd of cattle have arrived at their new home in Leavesden Country Park.

A care home has been put into special measures after it subjected residents to "unlawful restrictions and control over their freedom".

Sir Keir Starmer breached the MPs’ code of conduct by failing to register gifts on time – including four tickets to watch a game at Vicarage Road in Watford.

Atria Watford is launching a new initiative encouraging shoppers to capture the ultimate selfie.

A motorcyclist has died at the scene following a crash this afternoon (August 4).

An e-scooter rider has been taken to hospital after a collision with a car this morning.

An e-scooter rider had a near miss when he ploughed straight into a moving car.

A homeowner says botched repairs to her home have left her thousands of pounds out of pocket and suffering from long-term injuries to her head.

Watford Football Club has responded after fans hit out at how stewards and emergency services reacted to a young supporter falling ill during a game.

Abbey View Tower residents will be charged for the removal of fly tipping that one woman said “adds insult to injury”.

Delays are currently building on the M25 near Watford following a crash this afternoon. Follow our blog for live updates.

A motorcyclist has been rushed to hospital and roads have been closed following a "serious" crash.

There was a crash in Church Street, Rickmansworth, this morning (August 4). Read our live-blog recap

Watford Lib Dems have slammed the potential closure of Watford Junction ticket offices.

A motorcyclist has been rushed to hospital “in serious condition” after a crash in Watling Street.

Multiple Meriden estate residents have voiced fears that their water may be contaminated after reports of diarrhoea and rashes.

Supermarkets have stopped selling disposable BBQs amid a warning for the London Frie Brigade.

Campaigners against the expansion accused the Mayor of promoting " a huge increase in surveillance of Londoners".

Hertfordshire’s largest LGBT+ pride event, including its popular dog show, is set to return to Watford this month.

A popular Watford fish and chip shop will be selling all food half price on the first day of its official reopening.

A freshly rebranded pub has revealed the origin behind its new name - which honours a major part of Watford FC's history. 

Three people were arrested after armed police responded to reports of an incident allegedly involving a “machete”.

A bubble tea chain has been given the all-clear to open a branch in Watford town centre.

The operators of a 18th century pub have ended their tenancy with a "very heavy heart" after the pandemic hit their business.

An inquiry has revealed that Sir Keir Starmer has breached the MPs’ code of conduct on eight occasions.

Women who have pre-cancerous cells on their cervix may benefit from the HPV vaccine, a new study has suggested.

Pubs giant Greene King has provided an update on The White Horse’s future after its operators gave notice they were ending their tenancy.

Beryl Bikes are offering 30 free minutes for everyone as part of Cycle to Work Day.

Video footage has emerged of firefighters tackling a 100 square metre grass fire.

A five-year-old Everest enthusiast has climbed Snowdon to raise money to fight heart conditions which put his brother in hospital.

A new display at London Zoo has shocked visitors after putting animal rights at the forefront.

A new waste services office – dubbed the most environmentally friendly council building in Three Rivers – has opened.

A man has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault following an incident at Watford General Hospital’s A&E.

A man has been arrested after a woman was indecently assaulted in the street.