As the new academic year approaches, families across Hertfordshire are looking ahead to fresh opportunities for their children. At The Grange Academy, the focus is on nurturing every student’s knowledge, aspiration, and respect—values that set th...

Lidl has submitted further plans for alterations to the former Wilko unit in Watford town centre.

Friends of Watford Mencap is inviting members of the public to join its second community gathering.

Hertfordshire charity Electric Umbrella is taking to the stage at Umbrellafest in Watford.

Months of roadworks on the A404 in Rickmansworth have begun, with residents told to "plan ahead to avoid delays".

Owners Brian and Mandy Evans retired after eight years of serving the community.

Fraudster Anopkumar Maudhoo has been jailed for ten years after defrauding victims in North London, Hertfordshire and Essex.

Neighbours have been told which two television series are being filmed in Rickmansworth and Radlett.

If your child is heading to university this autumn, it can be quite a daunting prospect for you and your child.

Herts Police have shut a central Watford road this morning, amid warnings to "avoid the area".

The Watford Observer spent a sunny afternoon in Cheslyn Gardens to see why it is regarded as the town's "best kept secret".

Plans for 700 homes in Bushey would "destroy" green belt land, an environmental group has claimed.

Watford restaurant Humo has been described as a "gem" and serving "incredible" food.

A round-up of five public notices that could affect residents in the Watford area.

Wildlife has begun to flourish at HS2's largest habitat creation site near Maple Cross.

“Major” resurfacing between Watford and Hemel Hempstead in Kings Langley will be accompanied by road closures each night this week.

Herts Police have confirmed why they cordoned off The Badger pub in the Meriden area of Watford, following a GBH arrest

A pub in the Meriden area of Watford has been closed for hours after it was taped off and scientific services were seen outside.

A look back at 25 photos of children starting school in the Watford area 20 years ago in 2005.

Watford Palace Theatre chief executive Steve Marmion takes a look at some forthcoming cultural highlights in the town during September.

Watford Grammar School for Boys has been included in The Telegraph's list of the top 100 secondary schools in the country.

Watford charity One Vision has been recognised for playing a role in a national report on assisted dying.

Motorists were warned to “avoid the area” after a car flipped onto its roof in Dalton Way, Watford.

After losing its 10-year home and most of its members, Dolphina Gymnastics can begin rebuilding with a new facility.

A Watford woman has been handed a suspended sentence after being convicted of assaults at Popworld and Slug & Lettuce in the town.

Kids across Watford, Rickmansworth, Kings Langley, and the surrounding area will be going to school for the first time this week.

Plans for Bushey's Harvester unit to become a Browns have been approved by Hertsmere Borough Council.

Herts Police have appealed for information after two burglaries, in Watford town centre and the Cassiobury area, on Sunday.

Viewers noticed that shoppers from Rickmansworth played a starring role in the episode.

Bea's Coffee Barn in Kings Langley is celebrating a "truly amazing" award win just two months after opening.

Emergency work has begun to repair damage to a bridge in Hunton Bridge after a crash involving a lorry last month.

This summer has seen a new name at Watford’s shopping centre, The Harlequin, but what else has changed?

While we may have waved summer goodbye, September can bring some sunny and warm days too, so don’t write it off just yet.

Enter now for your chance to win a £100 Sports Direct voucher! Perfect for upgrading your sportswear, fitness gear, or everyday activewear.

A listed overview of all the applications submitted to Dacorum Borough Council.

It all started in earnest with the cream-coloured Scammel Scarab mobile Hertfordshire Local Library Service vehicle. Built not far away at Tolpits Lane, it made regular visits to Watford Heath from the late 1950s, parking outside the Royal Oak. An ex...

Looking back to when demolition work to allow construction of the Harlequin shopping centre led to return of a rare view of the sky in Watford.

Zoopla is selling a £1.35 million home with 'timeless character' in Watford. Take a look inside.

A listed summary of the latest applications submitted to Three Rivers District Council.

The National Animal Welfare Trust in Watford is seeking a forever home for three-year-old 'sweetest boy' Nacho the dog.

The idea was part of a broader ambition by Watford Borough Council to regenerate the top of town.

I am rather partial to a little effin and jeffin. Not at work, obviously, but as soon as I get behind the wheel of the jalopy at the end of a hard day at the chalkface, I liberally scatter f-bombs and c-missiles with wanton abandon for the slightest ...

New plans target space above a former Watford shop for two new flats.

A Bushey man accused of "intentionally strangling" a woman has appeared in magistrates court to deny the charge.

The latest Hertsmere Borough Council planning applications have been submitted.

Fresh plans aim for an extra floor and new flats atop Hanover Court in Watford.

Following the launch of its new breakfast menu, the Watford Observer paid a visit to Café @Market Street.

A listed overview of all the applications submitted to Watford Borough Council.

An award-winning actor, well-known for his role in Love Actually, has been spotted filming a new "BBC drama" in Hemel Hempstead.

Watford Colosseum has officially reopened after Ocean Colour Scene performed on Friday night (August 30).