Watford Observer
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:30:00 +0000Oxhey Grange footbridge opening delayed until late January
An interim replacement footbridge at Oxhey Grange will not open until next year, despite earlier expectations it would be ready by early December.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 +0000The high-performing school where pupils 'behave beautifully'
Strong academic performance and excellent behaviour are among the causes for celebration at Oxhey Wood Primary School.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 07:00:00 +0000The Hertfordshire pub home to a 'delicious' roast dinner named among the UK's best
Hertfordshire pub The Alford Arms in Frithsden is named among the UK's best Sunday roasts by Muddy Stilettos, praised for seasonal food and local produce.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:34:00 +0000How much it costs to live in the vibrant Herts village once home to a Spice Girl
Spice Girls alum Lady Victoria Beckham grew up in the Hertfordshire village of Goffs Oak. Here's what it costs to live there.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Watford home backing onto Cassiobury Park goes on sale for £1.15m
A four-bedroom detached house backing onto Cassiobury Park has been put up for sale in Watford.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Four-bedroom Watford house with two conservatories on sale for £950,000
A four-bedroom detached house on a corner plot is being offered for sale in Watford with no onward chain.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Watford swimmer shares mindset lessons after Channel swim aged 16
A record-breaking swimmer has spoken about the power of mindset in reaching big goals.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 18:20:00 +0000Well wishes flood in for 'absolute legend' Brenda after 'attempted murder'
Well wishes have poured in for Watford woman Brenda Raymond, 80, after she was the victim of a horrific "attempted murder".
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 16:40:08 +0000Hertfordshire M25 recap after 'accident'
Live Hertfordshire M25 traffic updates amid what appears to be a crash around junction 20.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 15:58:18 +0000UK's happiest and unhappiest places to live revealed - find out where Watford ranks
Watford is the 170th happiest place to live in the UK according to a new study.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 14:44:00 +0000Watford Monopoly unveiled at Harlequin - take a look at what landmarks made the cut
Watford officially has its own Monopoly board with a host of classic landmarks and nods to its history. Take a closer look.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 14:33:48 +0000Watford Santa Sleigh 2026 route and dates confirmed
Details have been confirmed for the return of a much-loved Watford tradition, with the Santa Sleigh once again set to tour the town.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 14:02:00 +0000Watford 'attempted murder' among 'most shocking' cases ever dealt with - Detective
The detective leading the attempted murder probe in the Brenda Raymond case has said it is among the most "shocking" crimes he has dealt with in a 20-year career.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 12:55:00 +0000Watford man arrested after woman, 80, 'set on fire' outside her home
A man has been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit arson with intent to endanger life after an 80-year-old was allegedly set on fire outside her Watford home.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 11:29:00 +0000House to be built on gap between existing homes as plan approved
A new house is set to be built on a gap between homes in Louvain Way, North Watford.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 10:40:52 +0000'No plans' to remove David Walliams books from Hertfordshire libraries
Hertfordshire County Council has confirmed whether books by David Walliams will be removed from libraries after he was accused of sexual misconduct.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 10:31:56 +0000Road through Hemel Hempstead Old Town closed for filming today
Hemel Hempstead Old Town High Street is closed today for filming today (November 13).
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 10:11:32 +0000New Leavesden extra casting call for filming of 'major TV series'
Extras are being sought for filming of a "major TV series" at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:41:39 +0000New dessert business promising 'the future of ice cream' opens at Harlequin
A new food option has arrived at Harlequin Watford with dessert brand Yolé opening in the centre.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000Red hot offers you won't want to miss from You Garden
With guaranteed bright berries, fragrant flowers and beautiful foliage for year-round interest, this week’s You Garden offer brings together 10 tried and tested garden winners.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:30:00 +000093-home plan for new road on edge of village takes big step forward
Plans for 93 new homes in Abbots Langley have been recommended for approval.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 15:13:00 +0000School 'pleased' with positive Ofsted report - but one issue raised
Cherry Tree Primary School in Watford has received a new Ofsted report.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 15:12:18 +0000Viral pizzeria's owner on 'mind-blowing' success after busy year
The owner of a popular pizzeria has said he finds its viral success "mind-blowing".
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 13:49:12 +0000Police share e-fit amid 'new information' about sex attack on girl,15, in park
Police have released an e-fit of a man they think could help them gain justice for a 15-year-old who was threatened with a "bladed article" and forced to perform sex acts in a Croxley Green park.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 12:31:37 +0000New business set to fill vacant High Street unit
A new salon is set to open on the high street after another closed last year.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 12:30:00 +0000Pro-Palestine activists with sledgehammers raid Hertfordshire factory
Pro-Palestine activists have raided a Hertfordshire factory armed with sledgehammers.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 11:58:21 +0000Fresh appeal as no arrests made after gunshot fired through window
Police investigating a gunshot being fired through a window in Watford have launched a fresh appeal for witnesses this afternoon (November 12).
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 11:15:00 +0000Hertfordshire estate agent goes bust with debts of around £470k
A Hertfordshire estate agent has gone bust with around £470,000 in debts.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 09:54:57 +0000Opening date confirmed for new 131-room Watford Travelodge
Watford's new Travelodge has officially set an opening date.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000Save up to 20% on Riviera Travel’s 2027 holidays in Black Friday sale
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Thu, 12 Nov 2026 05:30:00 +0000New head of historic school 'relishing opportunity'
Ben Turner speaks to the Watford Observer about his first few months as head of St Margaret's School in Bushey.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 05:29:00 +0000Plan for 'underground bunker' in garden submitted by homeowner
A Watford homeowner has applied for permission to build an underground bunker in their garden.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Cancer treatment at Mount Vernon could help patients avoid permanent stomas
A new contact radiotherapy programme is giving hope to patients with early and locally advanced rectal cancer
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Museum arts and crafts fair draws crowds of visitors
Bushey Museum's two-day annual Arts and Crafts Fair attracted visitors from across the area, showcasing handmade gifts, jewellery, artwork and festive treats.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 18:16:28 +0000'Flammable liquid may have been poured through another letterbox', police say
Police say a flammable liquid may have been poured through the letterbox of a property near where an 80-year-old woman was allegedly set alight in an attempted murder.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 18:02:00 +0000Royal Mail van driver taken to hospital after crash with lorry
A crash involving a Royal Mail van and lorry caused traffic "chaos" this afternoon.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 17:48:00 +0000Everything we know after pensioner set on fire in attempted murder in Watford
Everything we know after a woman in her 80s was found on fire in Watford, sparking an attempted murder probe.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 17:08:32 +0000Pensioner 'set on fire in attempted murder' named by police
Police have named the woman found on fire in Watford as an attempted murder investigation continues.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 15:41:22 +0000Road closed amid 'crash involving lorry and van' - recap
Baldwins Lane in Croxley Green is closed amid reports of a crash involving a Royal Mail and a lorry.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 15:00:00 +0000Friends' anguish after 'ordinary' pensioner found on fire in 'attempted murder'
Friends of a “friendly and chatty” woman in her 80s who was found on fire in an "attempted murder" have voiced anguish at the “awful” attack as a police probe continues.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:38:21 +0000Six-day part-closure of key road for 'essential works' begins
A six-day partial closure of The Green in Croxley Green is underway for "essential works".
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 13:59:41 +0000Watford to get EIGHTH Greggs bakery as plans approved
Yet another Greggs branch is set to open in Watford with plans approved for the town's eighth bakery.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 12:31:00 +0000Police stonewalling 'ridiculous', residents claim amid Watford gunshot probe
Residents near a Watford park said they were frustrated by the lack of police information after a shot was fired at a house window on the evening of November 6.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 12:06:00 +0000'Positive' start for Watford-based business after opening new Harlequin store
Watford-based business Ovviovita has made a "positive" start to life at the Harlequin.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 10:13:12 +0000Herts Police officer cleared of sexually assaulting colleague on Watford night out
A Hertfordshire Police officer has been cleared of sexually assaulting a colleague on a night out in London.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 09:47:05 +0000Gridlock M1 traffic and M25 delays amid 'accident' - recap
There are delays near M25 and M1 in Hertfordshire this morning amid reports of an "accident" in the Bricket Wood area.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000Get up to 40% off selected jewellery charms for Christmas
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Wed, 11 Nov 2026 05:30:00 +0000New Watford eatery promises 'something special'
A new eatery looks set to open in West Watford, promising "something special".
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 12:03:35 +0000Plans submitted for new homes, school changes and new facilities in Borehamwood
Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Hertsmere Borough Council, featuring proposals for new homes, extensions, tree works, and changes to local buildings and schools
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 13:17:43 +0000Watford pupils build digital skills in animated adverts workshop with Discovery
Primary school pupils are boosting their digital skills through hands-on workshops