A school where pupils become "confident readers, writers, mathematicians and scientists” has said it is “thrilled” with its latest Ofsted report.

Three men were arrested on suspicion of kidnap in a police probe that forced a school into lockdown.

Three men have been arrested after a man was reportedly forced into a vehicle and driven off in Watford.

More than 200 homes available for rent at an “affordable” price will be offered across Watford over the next 18 months.

The Watford Observer's special ‘First Class’ school supplement will be on sale tomorrow.

An environmental group described “nervous nights” after a fault at a water treatment centre caused a spike in levels of a toxic chemical in river water.

A Watford man is set to go to trial this month accused of rape and attempted rape.

Students had to hide under their tables as a school in Croxley Green was locked down for a police search.

Two lanes were closed on the southbound M1 near St Albans following a crash.

One of Watford’s largest regeneration projects has made “remarkable” progress despite facing a number of issues and setbacks.

Watford’s first tequila bar will be coming to town earlier than expected in a “soft launch” offering half price food and drinks.

Staff at an air ambulance service “went the extra mile”, according to a report after a recent inspection.

The coronation date of King Charles III has been confirmed as Saturday, May 6 2023 by Buckingham Palace.

A “disgraceful” pile of rubbish bags has spilled out onto a street in Bushey Heath.

Police have confirmed why an air ambulance helicopter landed in Watford Fields yesterday evening.

The most popular baby names in Watford have been revealed.

Major regeneration works in Watford town centre have now got under way as part of plans to revitalise the area.

A doctor has been accused of inappropriately prescribing a patient with medication while he had a sexual relationship with them.

Watford shops and businesses premises ready be taken on by budding entrepreneurs have been listed online.

It’s nearly that time of the year again as Hertfordshire’s largest fireworks display is set to return at Cassiobury Park soon.

The Harry Potter Studios Tour will soon have changes made to the outside of the venue when new artwork will be installed.

A "dumped" snake suspected to be a pet has suffered cuts from being outside and has now been taken in by a pet shop.

Photos show the scale of changes that have taken place in South Oxhey over the past six years.

A police probe has been launched after valuables were stolen during a burglary in Watford.

Watford actress Sue Cleaver is reportedly set to take on the jungle and star in I’m A Celebrity… Get me Out of Here!

Data shows which Watford schools have the best and worst absence rates.

Hertfordshire drivers face a greater risk of being fined if they are caught flouting rules such as waiting in yellow box junctions or ignoring a one-way sign.

Taking traffic away from a flyover in Watford and turning the ring road into a two-way street will make the town’s traffic problems worse, according to Watford Observer readers.

A man was arrested after reports of a fight outside a pub.

Now, this week sees London-based Corinne look for a fresh start in a tight and awkward extension.

The closing credits for EastEnders will be transformed to highlight how the challenges frozen regions are facing could affect London. 

The popular newsreader, 66, was diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer in 2014 and had recently returned to his broadcasting role.

Netflix has come under fire over a “cruel” and “tasteless” upcoming scene in the new series of The Crown, weeks after the late monarch’s funeral.

Eastenders is set to pay tribute to one of its most iconic stars,  June Brown OBE MBE, with many familiar faces returning to the square to pay tribute.

Many older fans will recall watching Watford in action from the Shrodells Stand, but in 1986 the west side of Vicarage Road was to change forever.

Police have released images of two people they want to speak to after a shop was burgled.

Emergency water repairs are causing disruption for drivers and bus passengers.

A man was arrested in connection with assault and harassment investigations with two victims.

Hundreds of people have lodged objections after plans to build houses on green belt land were published.

A man has been sent for trial in crown court over an alleged attack inflicting "bodily harm" and using a "wet fire" spray.

A man is fighting for his life after an Audi crashed and ended up on its roof near Apsley.

The former Mothercare headquarters has been acquired in a £90m purchase.

A bid to build dozens of homes on green belt land and relocate a medical centre has fallen at the first hurdle.

An investigation into a large brawl outside a pub has been closed due to a “lack of evidence”, police have said.

Users of Virgin Media have been reporting issues with their service this morning.

A total of 100,000 trees will be given away for people to plant in their gardens to help improve air quality.

Fans queued at one of Watford’s most popular former high street stores to meet one of Britain’s most-loved celebrities almost 20 years ago this month.

The construction of a new path for pedestrians and cyclists has been completed.

Martin Lewis was on Good Morning Britain this morning as he tried to help people save money amid soaring energy costs

A museum says it hopes to “resolve issues” soon with its landlord after a popular Halloween event was cancelled.