Watford Observer

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0100
Discover Hertfordshire's highest rated Chinese restaurant that's 'out of this world'
Chef Peking in Harpenden is the highest-rated Chinese restaurant in Hertfordshire.

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 08:00:00 +0100
The 'destination pub' known for its 'eclectic' menu
The Watford Observer shines a spotlight on the success of The Three Compasses in Patchetts Green.

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Hertfordshire drivers issued warning over innocent accessory damaging cars
Auto locksmiths warn that heavy, cluttered keychains can damage vehicle ignition barrels, while motoring clutter risks fines of up to £2,500.

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Hertfordshire town among best places to live - how much it costs to live there
Tring in Hertfordshire was previously named one of the best places to live in England, but how much does it cost to live there?

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 17:05:46 +0100
Home Office demands review of top Watford restaurant's licence over 'illegal working'
The Home Office has called for a review of Watford restaurant Il Pellegrino's licence over illegal working.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:15:00 +0100
CCTV released over 'hate crime incident' outside Borehamwood synagogue
CCTV images have been released as police appeal for information over a “hate crime incident” outside a Borehamwood synagogue.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:51:15 +0100
Staff member pushed in Tesco robbery - appeal launched
A staff member was pushed as a large number of cigarettes were stolen in a robbery at a Radlett Tesco store.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:30:00 +0100
Man banned from football matches for three years over assault
A South Oxhey man has been banned from attending matches for three years after assaulting another person.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:54:25 +0100
Major fast food chain to reopen Watford High Street branch next week
Burger King is reopening its Watford High Street branch next week with 1,000 free burgers set to be given out to mark the occasion.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:45:00 +0100
Three Hertfordshire restaurants nominated for 'curry Oscars' awards
Three Hertfordshire Asian restaurants have been nominated for the Asian Catering Foundation’s “curry Oscars”.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:05:00 +0100
Animal welfare trial set after escaped donkey hit by car in Watford
A trial over alleged animal welfare offences has been set after an escaped donkey was hit by a car in Tolpits Lane, Watford.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:00:09 +0100
ITV drama seeking homes for use as filming sets
ITV is seeking properties in and around Kings Langley to serve as filming locations for an upcoming drama.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 11:15:00 +0100
Councillors were 'blown away' by scheme's affordable homes - now 70 could be scrapped
Councillors were “blown away” by the affordable homes included in a major development for Bushey, but 70 could be cut now it has been approved.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 11:06:03 +0100
Watford FC opening larger new Harlequin store TODAY
Watford FC has opened an expanded new store at the Harlequin shopping centre.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 10:01:22 +0100
Flags appear on lampposts as 'Raise the Colours' debate reignited
England and union flags have reappeared in South Oxhey, reigniting debate over the controversial Operation Raise the Colours movement.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 08:19:16 +0100
Grammy winning superstar cancels Watford gig after falling ill
Art Garfunkel said he was “heartbroken” after postponing his Watford Colosseum gig at short notice.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 07:25:54 +0100
Watford Junction trains disrupted for second straight morning
Watford commuters are facing a second straight morning of disruption today (October 9) after a broken down train blocked a crucial line.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0100
You Garden offers 300 spring-flowering bulbs for £14.99 with £15 saving
Now is a the time to be thinking about bulbs for your garden and this week, You Garden has the perfect answer. You Garden’s Complete 300 Spring Flowering Bulb Collection is your ultimate spring garden sorted.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:30:00 +0100
Farm featured on Countryfile accused of 'contempt for wildlife' over deer cull
A 16th-century farm has been accused of showing "contempt for wildlife" over plans to cull deer.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:45:00 +0100
Properties at 52-home development go on sale - with prices up to £1.9m
Homes at a new 52-property development in Radlett have gone on sale, with a show home now open.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:45:00 +0100
Sainsbury's signs cutting parking time limit 'put up in error'
Sainsbury’s has confirmed that signs cutting the Watford town centre car park’s time limit were installed “in error”.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:30:00 +0100
Plan for more than 16,000 new homes voted through by councillors
Plans to build more than 16,000 homes across Hertsmere over the next 17 years have been voted through by borough councillors.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:05:50 +0100
Suspect named and charged over Hertfordshire murder of woman in 70s
A man has been charged with murder following the death of a woman in her 70s in Hitchin this week.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:45:00 +0100
New team Bushey Town FC to launch with ambitions to progress up the pyramid
New football club Bushey Town FC, to be based at Metropolitan Bushey, has launched to represent the town and climb up the leagues.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:10:00 +0100
Man accused of assaulting THREE police officers due to stand trial
An Abbots Langley man will stand trial at St Albans Magistrates' Court after denying assaulting three police officers.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:08:22 +0100
Man banned from contacting vulnerable woman after 'exploiting her kindness'
A man has been banned from part of Rickmansworth and ordered not to contact a vulnerable woman after "exploiting her kindness".

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 10:43:38 +0100
New look for family-run business as it bounces back after break-in
A family-run jeweller has unveiled a new look after a burglary forced it to close for almost three weeks.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 09:32:14 +0100
New HMO coming to Watford as plan approved
Plans for a six-person HMO in Watford have been approved.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 08:14:08 +0100
Watford-based JD Wetherspoon sees profits dip
Watford-based pub giant JD Wetherspoon has reported a dip in profits as boss Tim Martin urged the government to “refrain” from more tax hikes.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 07:22:27 +0100
Trackside fire causing Watford Junction disruption
A fire by the tracks in Hertfordshire is causing disruption to Watford Junction trains this morning (October 8).

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0100
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Thu, 08 Oct 2026 05:30:00 +0100
More than 500 fines given to Watford parents over term-time holidays
New data has revealed the number of fines handed out to Watford parents for taking their children out of school for term time holidays.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 05:30:00 +0100
Temporary car park 'will now stay permanently' – despite currently being blocked off
The temporary car park at the Meriden Shops is staying despite currently being blocked off.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:52:20 +0100
Hertfordshire footpath closed for 5 years as Coppermill Lane faces traffic ban
Hertfordshire road closures: Abbots Langley Footpath 061 shuts until April 21, 2028, while Coppermill Lane, West Hyde, closes from October 14.

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:35:00 +0100
Video and pictures show demolition of Watford 'eyesore' well underway
Demolition of one of Watford’s biggest eyesores - the former TJX offices - is well underway as almost 250 homes are on their way.

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:51:22 +0100
River death after Herts Police chase investigated as man who died named
The death of a 20-year-old man thought to have drowned after falling into a Hertfordshire river following a police chase is being investigated by a watchdog.

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:35:00 +0100
Watford salon says goodbye as it announces closure after almost 50 years
Watford barber Clipso has said goodbye to the town as it closes down after almost 50 years.

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0100
Pub's refurbishment plans shut down by council over 'visual clutter'
Watford O'Neill's planned refurbishment blocked as “visual clutter”.

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:45:00 +0100
Date for Watford Cassiobury Park fireworks 2026 announced
The return date for Watford's Cassiobury Park fireworks has been announced.

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:19:07 +0100
First photos of Hertfordshire 'murder' scene show huge police presence
Photos show police and forensics officers at the scene of an alleged murder on Armour Rise in Hitchin.

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:11:19 +0100
'Long delays' after 'lorries crash on M25' - recap
There are long delays on the M25, with two lanes shut, after "a couple of lorries" were involved in a crash.

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 12:43:13 +0100
Night shoots with 'bangs' and 'gunfire' planned at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden
Residents near Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden have been warned about "flame effects" and "gun fire" during late-night filming this month.

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 11:02:00 +0100
Prominent town centre bar responds to closure rumours
A prominent Watford town centre bar has debunked rumours that it is about to close.

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 11:30:00 +0100
Watford nursery named among UK's 10 best nurseries
Watford nursery Boys & Girls Nursery Croxley Green has been named among the ten best nationwide based on parents’ reviews.

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 11:19:06 +0100
Hertfordshire murder arrest following death of woman in 70s
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman died in Armour Rise, Hitchin.

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:40:39 +0100
'Charming village pub' named best in Hertfordshire
A "charming village pub" near Watford has been named the best in Hertfordshire.

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 10:05:00 +0100
Watford vape shop owner denies 7 charges over alleged 'dodgy products'
The owner of Watford vape shop Mobile & Vape has denied seven charges related to allegedly selling dodgy products.

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 08:03:32 +0100
Objectors 'really up against it' as 'David and Goliath' 280-home plan inquiry begins
A "David and Goliath" appeal has begun to decide whether 280 homes can be built despite a previous refusal.

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0100
See the spectacular autumn gardens at English Heritage sites and save 25%
As the weather starts to cool, gardens are transitioning into a vibrant colour palette of yellow, orange and brown. It’s a season of wrapping up but with a sense of exploring and if you want to wonder amongst some of the joyous gardens, English Her...

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 05:30:00 +0100
Herts Police share new list of five 'most wanted' people
Herts Police have released a new list of five "most wanted people".

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