The East of England Ambulance service says it is on the brink of declaring a major incident.

A Watford pub will keep its name in a planned refurbishment, as new CGI images are unveiled.

Young people waiting to meet Anthony Joshua “terrorised” an elderly couple and “attacked” a pregnant woman’s cab.

Clubbers were left star-struck after a former One Direction singer was spotted casually enjoying a night out in Watford.

A primary school that uses a dog to help calm pupils has been praised by inspectors for helping children "thrive".

Calls for more safety measures outside a secondary school have been reignited after a pupil was hit by a van.

A man who assaulted a man and then forced his way into the same address and threatened someone three days later has been barred from the street.

With Halloween on the horizon, here are some of the best places near Watford to pick your own pumpkins in 2022

A woman is set to appear in court after being accused of pouring faeces over a memorial for the late Sir Captain Tom.

The home of a wartime club in Watford has been traced to a former hall located where the Town Hall roundabout stands today.

Watford’s MP has stayed silent on whether he still supports Liz Truss after a backlash over her “sham” economic policies.

A number of new crossings could be created in Watford as part of plans to make the town centre more pedestrian-friendly.

A wine thief has dodged prison for striking again while on a suspended sentence due to “the prospect of rehabilitation”, for a second time.

A serving Met officer has been found guilty of theft and perverting the course of justice.

A bus was involved in a crash on a busy roundabout at the weekend.

A 12-year-old boy was rushed to hospital after suffering a head injury in a crash.

A railway bridge that partially collapsed after it was struck by a vehicle could stay closed for most of October.

Thieves were caught on CCTV damaging a BMW and stealing it’s wingmirror cover.

Claims of drug dealings, attempted break ins and vandalism have left one person too scared to leave their home – day or night.

Residents are being asked to help shape the future of Watford town centre in a public engagement.

The latest data from the government department reveals that in July 2022 average house prices in East Hertfordshire reached £458,918.

A leisure centre in Watford was ranked as ‘outstanding’ in a recent inspection.

Thames Water says it would have “no objection” to new plans for a five-story block of flats, after earlier designs were withdrawn amid fears of polluting water.

Whether you're curious or are on the hunt for a house, it's always exciting to see what is on the market.

It has won many awards before and it's now up for another, but is the Prince of Bengal everything it's cracked up to be?

I would like to challenge Ernie MacKenzie in some of the issues raised in his recent correspondence about the Croxley Link.

The army has confirmed the teenage soldier from South Wales died on Wednesday at Hyde Park Barracks in Knightsbridge.

Speaking of the special episode, a source said: "She was a huge part of EastEnders."

A TikTok user revealed how she managed to get a 'free lunch' when grabbing a coffee.

The planting initiative is part of the QGC’s mission to create a “living legacy” for the Queen.

A family say they feel “violated” after thieves used sophisticated technology to block their camera and steal a Mercedes from their drive.

The British Film Institute (BFI) funded a Watford man’s short film based on his experience of an assault near Watford Junction.

A girl who is missing from Crawley is believed to have travelled to south London.

Renowned Victorian photographer Frederick Downer captured this image of a grand home in Watford that became a well-known club.

A map shows where almost every crime in Hertfordshire in July took place.

Two-thirds of people have opposed plans to restrict drivers anywhere in Greater London who do not meet strict emission standards with a £12.50 daily charge, a leak has revealed.

The latest data from the government department reveals that in July 2022 average house prices in Watford reached £402,447.

Hello, I’m Coco, a seven-year-old girl looking for a calm, quiet home. I came to the National Animal Welfare Trust a month ago when my owner moved but am finding life in the cattery very stressful.

Pubs in the Watford area have applied for planning permission for tents and pergolas in their gardens over the coming year.

After months of preparation, the London Marathon 2022 has taken place, seeing thousands of runners cross the finish line and thousands raised for charity.

A father of a perfectly healthy schoolgirl who died with a rare cancer will be taking part in a half marathon years after her death.

It was with great sadness that I paid tribute to Her Majesty the Queen on behalf Watford during a special Saturday sitting of the House of Commons.

Changing seasons, fortunes, and the hours of the day are reflected in the photos our Watford Observer Camera Club members have sent to interpret their latest challenge.

South Western Railway has urged people only to travel by rail “if absolutely necessary” both today and tomorrow due to strike action.

A few months ago we outlined the life of the Rickmansworth farmer John White, who had the Parsonage Farm from 1841 to at least 1896.

A complete Superman costume worn by Christopher Reeve in the classic films could fetch up to £500,000 at auction.

Revised plans to knock down two homes and replace them with a block of flats are still facing opposition from neighbours.

Pressure from neighbours led an off-licence to withdraw its bid to sell alcohol round the clock.

A car thief who was previously jailed for trying to break into vehicles has avoided prison despite being caught by police again.

Police have secured a closure order on a South Oxhey flat due to drug misuse, loud music and mail being stolen.