There is heavy traffic on the northbound M1 following a crash , which has closed two lanes.

The anti-clockwise M25 is blocked at J20 near Kings Langley to allow for vehicle recovery.

A Watford man helped a mugger who allegedly stole from his 12-year-old nephew find the “error of their ways” after tracking him down.

A man has been charged in connection with several thefts at cash machines.

Police are appealing for help from the public to find a teenage girl with Watford links who has been missing for days.

Pub in the Park St Albans is taking place this weekend, with a host of music talent and brilliant chefs expected.

The location for a popular Indian street food chain that is coming to Watford has been confirmed.

One of Watford’s highest grade listed buildings is no longer deemed safe for the public.

Plans to build a tower of 24 floors on the site of a company’s former headquarters have been rejected.

Further industrial action by Communication Workers Union members is also planned for the end of the month.

A crash on the clockwise M25 between Watford and Amersham is causing long delays.

A couple are asking for help after they found their parked car written off by a hit and run.

Watford’s mayor has called for the government to work “constructively” with local councils to help eradicate rough sleeping after a £500 million initiative was announced.

A masked e-biker who was seen looking into cars escaped a police dog search.

An 84-year-old shopper was allegedly called ‘a stupid b****’ by a supermarket worker after he crashed a line of supermarket trolleys into her car.

Some famous former Watford players are set to put on their boots again on Sunday when another sporting centenary is celebrated in the town.

Tickets for the weekend festival went on sale a few months ago but there are still a few left.

A social media video showing a man being punched and kicked repeatedly by a group of youths is being investigated by police.

Watford politicians have welcomed reports of imminent fuel bills relief – but hit out at saddling the public with huge debt to fund it.

An office that will be connected to one of Watford’s tallest buildings will become larger after an extra two floors were granted planning permission.

A taxi driver has been suspended and two were given notices after nearly 30 cabs in Watford were randomly inspected.

Piles of unwanted goods are being dumped in the doorways of charity shops outside of opening hours.

Electronic displays have been installed at bus stops providing passengers with real-time updates in a bid to encourage more people to travel by bus.

Police were rushed to a canal after reports a gun was pulled out during an argument.

Burglars stole jewellery, cash, and electronic items when they raided a house.

A man has denied driving a Mercedes down a Watford road after taking cocaine.

The mayor of Watford has written to the new Prime Minister seeking reassurance that Watford General Hospital will get the “vital” investment that it needs.

The latest data from the government department reveals that in June 2022 average house prices in Watford reached £397,706.

The EastEnders star sat down with BBC bosses and told them "I'm going to die".

Last week saw the return of the hit Channel 4 architectural show Grand Designs which sees ambitious individuals build their dream family home.

Justin Bieber has cancelled his Justice World Tour for 'the time being' as doubt is cast over his 2023 dates in London, Glasgow, Manchester and more.

McDonald’s Monopoly is returning to the fast food restaurant today.

The ombudsman service said it has seen examples of consumers being scammed out of tens or even hundreds of thousands of pounds.

A motorist had to be rescued from a vehicle by firefighters this afternoon.

The Watford Observer has again teamed with its friends at the Watford Treasury to share stories from previous issues of YBR! - Yellow Black & Red!

Motorists have been warned to plan ahead after emergency roadworks started causing heavy traffic.

The ex-Scotland rugby union player appeared on the breakfast show alongside presenter wife Gabby Logan.

A major £40,000 grant boost will help a wildlife restoration project at a farm near the M25.

A Watford man is set to go for trial charged with intent to supply cocaine and having £4,095 in criminal cash.

Reggae band Aswad “will not let the fans down” and still perform at Pub in the Park despite the recent death of their lead singer.

Cycling enthusiasts have been urged to help shape new sustainability plans for Watford at an upcoming event.

Nearly £200,000 is set to be spent improving a “muddy and uneven” towpath.

Bus operator Arriva will be operating with a limited service in Hertfordshire as 900 workers strike – here is everything you need to know.

Virgin, BT and Sky Broadband customers have been warned against turning off their internet routers at night amid soaring energy prices.

Most drivers on the road have not read the updates to the Highway since they were made in January.

Fire engines were called to a blaze after smoke was seen “billowing” from a bedroom window.

Thieves who stole almost a mile of phone and internet line caused “significant damage and unacceptable disruption”.

A sewage site in the Watford area is to be tested for traces of polio after samples of the virus were discovered in London.

A dual carriageway in Hertfordshire has been shut after a 'suspicious device' was discovered.

Student artwork has been pulled from the walls of a Watford subway in an “appalling act” of vandalism.