Watford Observer

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Get 20% off Lakeland when you spend more than £50 online
Lakeland's Spend & Save event is now on!

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:30:00 +0000
'Stress and anxiety' in road after X symbols scratched into cars
X-shaped marks have been scratched into cars in Chester Road, West Watford, leaving neighbours worried theirs could be next.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:30:00 +0000
Man due in crown court over Watford 'stabbing' today
A man will appear in court today accused of stabbing a victim in St Albans Road, North Watford last month.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:44:42 +0000
Watford Junction to London Euston trains set for disruption all day - recap
Disruption is set to last until the end of the day after damage to overhead electric wires between London Euston and Watford Junction.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:09:22 +0000
Crash causing heavy M25 traffic as lanes shut - recap
Two lanes of the M25 are currently closed on the way into Hertfordshire from Essex and London following a crash.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:30:00 +0000
Hertfordshire M1, M25, and A1(M) closures this week with works starting tonight
The M1, M25, and A1(M) are set for plenty of overnight closures this week, with works in Hertfordshire.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 12:10:00 +0000
'Sinkhole' near school appeared under bus stop - latest closure details confirmed
Highways officers are investigating after a possible sinkhole was found under a Clarendon Road, Watford town-centre, bus stop.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 11:45:00 +0000
Knife-wielding man who damaged victim's front door gets suspended sentence
A Watford man who threatened a victim with a kitchen knife in West Watford has been given a suspended sentence.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:15:00 +0000
Major plan for 52 family homes - with no flats - submitted amid 'acute need'
Plans have been submitted for 52 new family homes at Watford Riverwell, promising to “integrate seamlessly with surrounding neighbourhoods”.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Experience the magic of Andre Rieu with Just Go Holidays
Violin master André Rieu and his 60-piece Johann Strauss Orchestra have turned classical and waltz music into a worldwide concert touring act, as successful as some of the biggest global pop and rock music acts.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 05:30:00 +0000
Every Hertfordshire secondary school graded in new national newspaper list
Every Hertfordshire secondary school has been graded by The Telegraph based on GCSE results.

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:31:00 +0000
Sand, Speedos and forced smiles: My problem with community events
Brett Ellis casts a sceptical eye over community events, from pop-up beaches to shared food, and wonders whether they really bring people together.

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:47:11 +0000
The 'amazing' Watford restaurant with near-perfect reviews
With near-perfect reviews, Toni's Greek Tavern has become one of the most popular restaurants in Watford.

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 13:28:16 +0000
Nostalgic videos of 'golden era' of Watford nightlife 24 years ago
New footage has been shared of a pair of Watford town centre nightclubs 24 years ago.

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:41:36 +0000
New 20mph consultation launched for roads in village
A consultation has begun into proposals for fresh 20mph restrictions in a Hertfordshire village.

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 11:46:01 +0000
Latest 'attempt to expand' controversial HMO REFUSED
Plans to extend a controversial HMO in Kings Langley have been refused as the long-running row over the property continues.

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 10:40:18 +0000
Hertfordshire cinema nominated for prestigious best in Britain award
The Odyssey cinema in St Albans has been named one of Britain’s best and is in the running for a major national award.

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 09:50:56 +0000
A-list comedian bringing new tour to Watford Colosseum
Jimmy Carr is bringing his new tour to Watford Colosseum, with tickets now on sale.

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 09:05:30 +0000
Major Watford road closed due to 'sinkhole' investigation
A major road in Watford is closed while the county council investigates a potential sinkhole.

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 05:29:00 +0000
The 'historical' Hertfordshire walk with great views named among England's best
The best walks in every English county have been named, and the Hertfordshire walking route has been described as "historical".

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:56:08 +0000
Watford night shelter to reopen after supporting more than 480 rough sleepers
Watford’s New Hope night shelter reopens on November 9, offering warmth, support and accommodation for up to 15 rough sleepers and their pets this winter.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:07:07 +0000
One of Britain's rarest bats discovered in Hertfordshire
A rare barbastelle bat recorded near Abbots Langley, Hertfordshire, prompts a Serge Hill conservation project with Affinity Water to protect its habitat.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:44:37 +0000
Harlequin's club HQ raises over £1,700 for charity
Harlequin Watford’s Club HQ raised £1,784.54 for Watford FC’s Community Sports & Education Trust through free sport, family fun and wellness sessions.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:31:54 +0000
NEW 10-bay GolfPod opens at Rickmansworth Golf Course with Toptracer technology
A 10-bay GolfPod has opened at Rickmansworth Golf Course, offering Toptracer, all-weather practice, coaching and sessions from £5, with Three Rivers Council.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:24:20 +0000
Three Rivers launches first awards scheme to honour community heroes
Three Rivers District Council launches Pride of Three Rivers Awards, celebrating local heroes, groups and businesses. Nominate by November 30.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:15:03 +0000
Watford Museum to bring Victorian Christmas to life with free family event
Watford Museum’s free Christmas with the Victorians event comes to The Hub at Cassiobury Park on November 28, with crafts, games and festive history.

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 15:50:00 +0100
Free food on offer as growing chain opens latest store
Free food will be on offer as growing Indian chain Tikka Nation opens its newest store in Hemel Hempstead.

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 14:27:12 +0100
Windows smashed with bricks in attempted burglary
Burglars smashed ground-floor windows with bricks during an attempted robbery.

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 13:41:31 +0100
The 'impressive' school praised for its 'high expectations'
With plenty of praise from Ofsted and strong academic performance, Chater Junior School is one of the best in Watford.

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 12:32:23 +0100
Evening with FA Cup-winning manager coming to Watford Colosseum
Former Tottenham and West Ham manager Harry Redknapp will be sharing stories from his career at the Watford Colosseum.

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 10:57:58 +0100
Elderly cyclist suffers serious injuries in crash with BMW
An elderly cyclist is in hospital with serious injuries after a crash in Watford.

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 09:49:23 +0100
Green belt caravan site plan APPROVED to meet 'identified need'
Plans have been approved for a new caravan site on green belt land in Kings Langley.

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 09:07:34 +0100
Key road closed AGAIN with disruption to last into November
A key road connecting two Hertfordshire villages is closed again, with disruption set to continue until the start of November.

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 08:14:14 +0100
Drug and weapon arrests made in Watford town centre crime crackdown
Arrests have been made over weapon possession and theft as part of a police crackdown on crime in Watford town centre.

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Stunning Hertfordshire hotel The Grove named among world's best once again
The Grove hotel in Hertfordshire has been named among the best in the world as part of a new list.

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 05:30:00 +0100
How much it costs to live in the affluent Hertfordshire village loved by celebrities
Hertfordshire village Brookmans Park is loved by celebrities including Bukayo Saka and Alexandra Burke. Here's what it costs to live there.

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 05:28:00 +0100
Hertfordshire 'urban explorers' warned they could be guilty of 'burglary'
Hertfordshire Constabulary warns young urban explorers of dangers in abandoned buildings across Stevenage and Hertsmere, saying trespassing can be burglary.

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 19:22:58 +0100
Why the clocks going back can be challenging for older people
The autumn clock change can unsettle familiar routines for older people, affecting sleep, wellbeing and medication reminders.

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 09:29:18 +0100
700 homes coming to edge of Hemel as plans approved despite hundreds of objections
Permission has been granted for 700 homes to be built on green belt land off Berkhamsted Road on the northern edge of Hemel Hempstead.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:15:00 +0100
Miles of gridlock after car smashes into A41 central reservation and catches fire
A vehicle went up in flames after smashing into the Hertfordshire A41’s central reservation, causing gridlock well into Hemel Hempstead.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:35:00 +0100
Railway footbridge WILL be replaced this year after neighbours' protests
Oxhey walkers will be able to cross above the rail lines again before the year is out as Network Rail has announced a temporary footbridge.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:58:44 +0100
Hertfordshire A41 shut as vehicle catches fire after crash - recap
The A41 northbound is believed to have been closed this afternoon as long delays are reported near Hemel Hempstead.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:15:00 +0100
'Game changer' for football club as replacing pitch with artificial grass approved
Permission to replace a Oxhey Jets' pitch with artificial grass has been approved as part of a £1.3 million “game changer for the club”.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:15:00 +0100
Months-long investigation into 'Watford heroin and cocaine network' sees 10 charged
Ten people have been charged over cocaine and heroin supply in Watford after a Herts Police probe.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:45:00 +0100
Suspended sentence for voyeur who engaged in sexual activity in presence of child
A man from Bushey has been given a suspended jail sentence for engaging in sexual activity in the presence of a child and voyeurism.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 11:36:49 +0100
Watford community to honour Armed Forces with Remembrance events
Watford Remembrance events begin October 23 with Luther Blissett launching the Poppy Appeal, followed by parades, a service and LGBTQ+ veterans’ wreath.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 12:05:00 +0100
Pub group's Hertfordshire buying spree sees revenues jump
Punch Pubs has revealed a jump in revenues for the past year after snapping up Hertfordshire pubs including The Stag near Watford.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 11:50:00 +0100
Community win as 'unauthorised caravan site works' must be removed
Caravan site works in Loudwater done with “blatant disregard for planning law” must be removed after an enforcement notice was served.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0100
New 70-home estate to be built - despite councillors rejecting it two months ago
A 70-home estate in Oxhey has been approved just months after councillors rejected it.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Watford Town Centre brings seasonal family entertainment to the high street
Watford High Street transforms into a lively hub of entertainment whenever school holidays arrive, drawing families from across Hertfordshire into the centre of town.

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