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Sat, 10 Sep 2022 18:32:25 +0100
Queen Elizabeth II's funeral date confirmed and will be held at Westminster Abbey
The Earl Marshal, the Duke of Norfolk has confirmed the news.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Watford town to host ceremony announcing new King
A historic event will be taking place in Watford town centre to announce the new monarch.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Watford pet rescue centre seeks home for nervous male cat
Hi, I’m Bruce, a nervous two-year-old boy looking for a new home. I came to the National Animal Welfare Trust three weeks ago when my owner’s circumstances changed. I’m really not enjoying my time in the cattery and urgently need to find a calm...

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0100
Django Grocey rated 1/5 in food hygiene inspection
An Afro Caribbean grocery shop was told that “major improvement” was necessary in a recent food hygiene inspection.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Calls for Jubilee beacons to be lit in honour of the Queen
An Abbots Langley woman has called for the Jubilee beacons to be lit on the evening of the Queen’s funeral.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 14:00:00 +0100
Bowtie Brewers in Watford shed expands operation
A business started in a Watford garden has used grant funding to refurbish a shed into a full brewery.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 17:00:00 +0100
'Gross' waste dumped by Grand Union Canal by 'selfish' fly-tippers
A dog walker has described a heap of rubbish he saw dumped by a canal as “absolutely disgusting”.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Top 10 places for breakfast around Watford
Breakfast is often said to be the most important meal of the day.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Vu Lounge keeps licence after noise complaints review
A Turkish restaurant and shisha lounge will be able to continue operating under a licence after councillors assessed noise complaints.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 08:07:08 +0100
September 11 terrorist attacks: Is there a moment of silence in the UK as US remembers?
Is there a moment of silence in the UK to remember the 9/11 terrorist attacks on its 21st anniversary?

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Commonwealth champ Kayne Henry visits West Herts Warriors
Children who attended a basketball summer holiday camp were able to develop new skills and benefit from the free meals provided.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
A look back at Victorian hairdressers in Watford
Victorian Watford boasted numerous shops of every conceivable variety that ensured local residents who could afford to pay for the goods and services they offered were well catered for and well turned out. In the late 19th century, hairdressing was c...

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Way to keep young people away from crime is no surprise
This week’s front page story details what happened when a man tracked down the alleged mugger who stole his nephew’s bag at knifepoint - and found “a frightened boy”.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:00:00 +0100
David Cameron and Liverpool star Steven Gerrard among archive stories
Some famous names were spotted out and about, the opening of a new secondary school and an unhappy Hornets boss were among the stories making our headlines five and ten years ago this week.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Pictures: Wildlife, walks and Watford High Street market
We've reached the penultimate week of our theme and our camera club members have been continuing to post their pictures to showcase what they love most about Watford.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 14:47:46 +0100
Watford shoppers memories and tributes to the Queen
Shoppers in Watford market have recalled their fond memories and tributes to the Queen.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 15:33:19 +0100
Will Watford shops and pubs open following the Queen's death?
Shops and pubs will be able to make their own decision if they should stay open following the Queen’s death.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 12:18:16 +0100
Bushey Meads shuts down hoax email that school is closed
A hoax email was being sent around in attempt to convince students that school was cancelled due to the Queen’s death.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 12:33:21 +0100
Watford's Big Bandstand event cancelled after Queen's death
A music event has been cancelled in the wake of the Queen’s death.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 10:37:32 +0100
Pub in the Park still going ahead after Queen's death
Hertfordshire’s food and music event will still go ahead as scheduled despite the Queen’s death.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:16:00 +0100
Watford pays tribute to Her Majesty the Queen
Political leaders and members of the community in Watford have been paying tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II following her death at the age of 96.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:01:00 +0100
Rickmansworth Road works in Chorleywood causing hour-long delays
Drivers are facing some serious disruption in and around Watford.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 16:11:30 +0100
Council confirms plans for thousands of unpaid rebates
Watford Borough Council has explained what will happen to the thousands of unpaid council tax rebates after today’s deadline.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 13:34:32 +0100
Planned rail strikes called off following Queen's death
Planned rail strikes have been called off as a result of the Queen’s death.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Memories of Queen Elizabeth II's visits to Watford
Everyone in Watford will have their own reflections following the death of the Queen, with some able to recall their meetings with Her Majesty.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 10:33:50 +0100
Queen Elizabeth II dies: Premier League and EFL expected to cancel fixtures
The Premier League and English Football League are expected to cancel this weekend's fixtures following the death of Queen Elizabeth II

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 07:56:00 +0100
Watford taxi driver suspended after cab inspections
A taxi driver has been suspended and two were given notices after nearly 30 cabs in Watford were randomly inspected.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Location for Chaiiwala branch in Watford confirmed
The location for a popular Indian street food chain that is coming to Watford has been confirmed.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Hertfordshire County Council facing £23.5m hole in budget
Hertfordshire County Council says it is facing a shortfall of more than £20 million – blaming inflation on the significant deficit.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 16:40:00 +0100
A&E 'refused to treat toothache' so bad man knocked himself out
A mother has slammed Watford’s A&E service for allegedly not providing the “care” her son needs after he blacked out when slamming his head from “excruciating” pain.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Police drop 'fake doctor' case at Watford General Hospital
The case of a woman allegedly approaching people pretending to be a doctor at Watford General has been dropped.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Award helps Northwood student hike and bike the Highlands
A GAP year student from Northwood has been exploring the Scottish wilds by cycle and on foot – with the aid of a grant.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
24-storey tower on former TJX Watford HQ site refused
Plans to build a tower of 24 floors on the site of a company’s former headquarters have been rejected.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Little Cassiobury open day cancelled due to damage
One of Watford’s highest grade listed buildings is no longer deemed safe for the public.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 12:31:34 +0100
Police explain 'double standards' Woodmere Avenue video
Police have explained a video of officers using the Woodmere Avenue bus lane was part of an emergency response after being accused of “double standards.”

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 16:10:01 +0100
UK newspaper front pages: Newsquest pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
On Thursday evening (September 8) the world was hit by the sad news of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, aged 96.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 15:28:08 +0100
Royal photographer who met with Queen two days before death reveals what she said to her
PA photographer Jane Barlow took the last public pictures of Britain’s longest-serving monarch.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 19:16:18 +0100
The Queen dies aged 96: Watford pays tribute to Her Majesty
Her Majesty the Queen has died at the age of 96.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 09:10:16 +0100
Recap of M1 traffic updates after crash near Watford
There is heavy traffic on the northbound M1 following a crash , which has closed two lanes.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 07:38:35 +0100
Recap of traffic updates after M25 blocked due to breakdown
The anti-clockwise M25 is blocked at J20 near Kings Langley to allow for vehicle recovery.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 20:14:11 +0100
The Queen has died: what happens now? ‘Operation Unicorn’
Buckingham Palace has confirmed that Her Majesty The Queen has died aged 96, what happens now

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 16:08:45 +0100
Queen's family rush to Balmoral as crowds gather at Buckingham Palace
Crowds are gathering outside Buckingham Palace in London as doctors monitor the health of Her Majesty The Queen.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 21:42:14 +0100
Full list of closures and cancellations as Queen's death sparks national mourning
The tragic news was confirmed on Thursday evening sparking a period of national mourning.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 20:40:48 +0100
Leave your tributes and condolences to Queen Elizabeth II
Tributes are pouring in following the death of Queen Elizabeth II - and we would like to hear and share yours.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 20:16:44 +0100
Tributes to the Queen at Buckingham Palace
Huge crowds have gathered outside the Queen’s London residence Buckingham Palace to mourn her passing and share their memories of the monarch.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 19:09:59 +0100
The Queen in Watford and Hertfordshire: Send us your memories
The Queen touched the hearts of millions during her record-breaking reign, and thousands will treasure memories of meeting her during her visits and tours - we want to hear yours.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 19:02:22 +0100
Queen Elizabeth II: A life in pictures
Her Majesty the Queen, Elizabeth II has died at the age of 96, Buckingham Palace has confirmed.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 18:37:31 +0100
Queen Elizabeth II dies aged 96, Buckingham Palace confirm
The Queen has died, aged 96, Buckingham Palace has said.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 17:30:00 +0100
Doctor described as 'serious danger to children' struck off
A doctor who downloaded indecent images of children and sought to sexually abuse a seven-year-old girl has been struck off.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Memories of drinking fountains in Watford High Street and Watford Heath
The Watford Observer is again delighted to team up with its friends at Watford Musem to look at some structures or objects from the town’s past that have either disappeared or been relocated. Today we remember some public drinking fountains.



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