Watford Observer

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:24:53 +0100
BBC EastEnders filming returns to town's church
BBC EastEnders filming has once again taken over St James's Church in Bushey High Street.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:50:00 +0100
Man arrested after member of public reports 'pickpocket attempt' to police on patrol
A Wembley man has been arrested after attempted pickpocketing was reported to officers on patrol in South Oxhey.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:18:38 +0100
A-level results day 2026 across Watford and Hertfordshire - LIVE
Pupils across Watford and southwest Hertfordshire are collecting their A Level results today and you can follow this blog for the latest updates.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:00:00 +0100
The solar eclipse over Watford - 20 of your best photos
Watford residents have shared their best photos of yesterday’s eclipse using everything from high tech cameras to colanders.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Riviera Travel's South Africa tour cuts £500pp with 'roaring' deal
Riviera Travel Deal of the Week: South Africans call their homeland ‘a world in one country’.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:30:00 +0100
New casting call for 'major TV series' filming in Leavesden
An "urgent" casting call has been launched seeking older men who are skilled with a Yo-Yo for filming of a "major returning TV series" at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Pair accused of animal abuse after cats left with fractured ribs
A man and woman have appeared in St Albans Magistrates' Court over alleged abuse of two cats which were left with fractured ribs in Watford.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:42:27 +0100
Hemel teacher ‘exploited’ role to have sexual relationships with two boys, jury told
A teacher from Hemel Hempstead "exploited" her position for “her own sexual gratification”, a court has heard.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:44:27 +0100
Hertfordshire McDonald's reopens after refurb
The McDonalds store in Rush Green, Hertford, has reopened following a refurbishment.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:20:00 +0100
Town's 'oldest surviving house' put up for sale at £1.8m
A property believed to be the oldest surviving home in Rickmansworth which could date back to the 14th century is up for sale.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:10:22 +0100
Man killed after being hit by lorry in Hertfordshire this morning
A 43-year-old man from Borehamwood has died after being hit by a lorry on the A602 Hitchin Road in Stevenage this morning (August 12).

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:14:00 +0100
Pub giant with Watford locations to sell 65 of its boozers
Pub giant Greene King - which has sites in Watford - has confirmed plans to sell 65 of its boozers.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:09:38 +0100
Closure of Morrisons and Post Office confirmed
Hemel Hempstead's Morrisons Daily and Post Office is set to close next week.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:55:24 +0100
Two arrests over 'affray' 24 hours after 'stabbing' reported at same location
A man and woman have been arrested after an affray in the Market Street area in Watford reportedly left two injured.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:30:00 +0100
Missing Georgina not seen since Monday - appeal launched
Herts Police are looking for missing Georgina from Radlett who has not been seen since Monday evening.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:10:00 +0100
PM Andy Burnham in Hertfordshire to speak to carers about cost of living
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is in Stevenage, Hertfordshire today meeting carers concerned about the cost of living.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0100
Owners warned as majority of cars stolen in 'spate' of Watford thefts from same brand
Toyota models appear to have been particularly targeted during a "spate" of car thefts across Watford.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:54:40 +0100
Huge warehouse plan for car boot sale site by A41 and M1 recommended for approval
Three large warehouses and offices look set to be built at a car boot sale by the A41 and M1 in Hertfordshire after plans were recommended for approval.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:01:24 +0100
Watford businesses scoop gongs at English Curry Awards
Two Watford businesses - Calcutta Cravings and Sharmi's Kitchen - have been successful in the 2026 English Curry Awards.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:01:09 +0100
St John’s School redevelopment details submitted
Here are the latest planning applications recently validated by Three Rivers District Council this week.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 08:44:00 +0100
Ambulance helicopter called to crash on Hertfordshire A1(M) and M25 roundabout
An air ambulance has been called to a crash on a Hertfordshire M25/A1(M) roundabout amid reports of “standstill” traffic.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 08:12:55 +0100
Hertfordshire M25 and A1(M) roundabout 'standstill' after crash - recap
An M25 roundabout in Hertfordshire is reportedly at a "standstill" following a crash this morning.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 07:50:00 +0100
Man ordered to pay £1,206 in court for unlawful parking with disabled badge
A South Oxhey man has been ordered to pay £1,206 in court after illegally parking with a disabled badge in Islington, London.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Save on your summer spend with High Street TV's range of products
Now is the time refresh your home for less with High Street TV.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:30:00 +0100
Opening date confirmed for new flagship Harry Potter store in London
A new flagship Harry Potter store will open in central London that will "delight and entertain" fans, Warner Bros. Global Experiences said, with a November 4 opening now confirmed.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:48:25 +0100
Grade II listed Watford home with countryside views on market for £1.5m
A Grade II listed house with countryside views has come to the market for £1.5 million.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:25:46 +0100
6 bedroom house with dedicated cinema room hits the market for £1.65m
A six-bedroom detached house with cinema room in Aldenham has come to the market for £1,650,000.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:13:41 +0100
New homes proposed for land off Blanche Lane
Here are the latest planning applications received by Hertsmere Borough Council this week.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:06:05 +0100
Plans submitted to add new homes at Hanover Court
Here are the latest planning applications validated by Watford Borough Council this week.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:54:36 +0100
New homes proposed for Ashlyns Grove site
Dacorum Borough Council has received a series of new planning applications this week.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:57:16 +0100
Golf club applies to expand offering to 'directly benefit' members
Porters Park Golf Club has applied for a new commercial use on its ground floor.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:07:13 +0100
Hertfordshire EXTREME heat warning announced for this week
The Met Office has issued a new amber weather warning for Hertfordshire, with extreme heat forecast.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:20:36 +0100
Parking restrictions proposed to tackle 'inappropriate' parking near two schools
Updated parking restrictions are being considered near two Watford schools with the deadline to have your say looming.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:12:59 +0100
Person rushed to hospital amid Hertfordshire blaze
Large industrial fire at Ventura Park, St Albans prompts major emergency response and M25 closures; one hospitalised, residents urged to avoid area.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:20:57 +0100
Key Watford road closed amid ANOTHER 'sinkhole'
Hagden Lane in Watford is closed amid what appears to be another sinkhole in the key road.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:45:37 +0100
HUGE fire shuts Herts M25 in both directions amid risk of another explosion
Large fire at warehouse near St Albans closes M25 between Junctions 21A and 22. Hertfordshire Fire Service on scene; drivers urged to avoid area.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:27:52 +0100
Man 'stabbed' after Watford town centre mass brawl
A man has suffered what police described as "suspected stab wounds" following a row in Watford town centre.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:41:38 +0100
Pictures shared of filming near Watford for hit new BBC series
New Diane Morgan comedy series Ann Droid was filmed in Hertfordshire, with locations including Hemel Hempstead and Chipperfield.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Make your outdoor space pop with Farrow & Ball at Brewers
Colour doesn’t need to stop at the front door. Brewers Decorator Centres explores how you can freshen up outside spaces using Farrow & Ball exterior paints.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:30:00 +0100
Everything we know following closure of 'strip pub' near Watford
Everything we know following the sudden closure of the Prince of Wales Rickmansworth, known for operating for more than 30 years as a "strip pub".

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:22:30 +0100
Government announces crackdown on betting and vape shops to revitalise high streets
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced plans to crack down on vape shops and betting stores to help revitalise the high street.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0100
Latest pictures as fire engulfs several buildings
Road closures are expected to remain in place for the rest of the day as fire crews battle a blaze in Hemel Hempstead.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:04:47 +0100
All the films showing at FREE outdoor cinema in Watford this week
Today (August 10) marks the start of a free week of films at Watford's outdoor cinema, with blockbusters including Avatar: Fire and Ash, Superman, Goat, and Wicked set to be screened.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:45:26 +0100
Police shut down property plagued by 'widespread drug activity' and ASB
Police in South Oxhey have secured a closure order at a property plagued by "widespread drug activity" and ASB,

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 11:41:59 +0100
Several buildings 'well alight' as fire crews battle blaze
Several buildings are "well alight" as crews battle a fire in Hemel Hempstead this afternoon (August 10).

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 11:13:30 +0100
Best pictures as 'biggest and best yet' carnival takes over Watford
A selection of the best pictures from this year's Watford Carnival, which was held on Radlett Road Playing Fields on Saturday (August 8).

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:25:28 +0100
Roads closed amid 'building fire' - recap
Follow live updates as road closures are in place amid an ongoing "building fire" in Hemel Hempstead.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:40:17 +0100
Drones carrying 'significant amounts' of drugs into The Mount a 'major challenge'
A new report has found that HMP The Mount in Bovingdon faces a "major challenge" over drones carrying drugs into the prison.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Screen-free summer fun with Freddie’s Flowers
If you’re done with slime, exhausted the colouring books but are looking for a nature-led activity this summer, Freddie’s Flowers will have you and your child undertaking some green fingered fun.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 05:30:00 +0100
All the Hertfordshire M1, M25 and A1(M) closures set for each weeknight this week
M1, M25, and A1(M) closures in Hertfordshire have been confirmed by National Highways for this week.

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