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Fri, 09 Jul 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Planned road closures in Watford, Bushey and Sarratt
Streets in Watford and Bushey are among those set to be temporarily closed for roadworks causing possible disruption for motorists.

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Local plan consultation period in Three Rivers district extended
Residents in Three Rivers now have more time to have their say on a new draft Local Plan after the consultation period was extended.

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Man caught with axe and knife at Watford Junction Station
A man who was caught with an axe, a pick axe and a knife at a railway station will be sentenced later this month.

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 07:33:00 +0100
Euro 2020: Boris Johnson shares update on Wembley capacity for England V Italy
The nation will be at a standstill as the Three Lions attempt to finally add to the World Cup triumph of 1966.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 19:00:00 +0100
Dean Russell visits Watford Workshop
An organisation which provides employment, work and life skills training to adults with disabilities welcomed Watford's MP this week.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 18:30:00 +0100
Bike hire scheme could be introduced in Hertsmere
Council officers have been the green light to further explore a proposal to introduce a bike hire scheme in Borehamwood.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 17:38:35 +0100
Armed police rushed to London Euston station after stabbing
Armed police stormed a train after a railway worker was stabbed at London Euston Station.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 16:00:00 +0100
The 1,000-year-old Anglo Saxons coins found in Watford in 1980
The Watford Observer has teamed up with Watford Museum and its curator Sarah Priestley to take a journey back to the town’s past through items or places of historical significance.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 14:03:14 +0100
Euro 2020: Police praise England celebration in Watford
Celebrations in Watford town centre were “good natured” as England reached the final of Euro 2020, said police.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 13:40:00 +0100
Three Rivers residents call on council to fight housing targets
Resident associations have banded together and demanded a council revises plans that could see green belt destroyed by housing.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 13:03:21 +0100
Dive teams deployed in search for man missing from Rickmansworth
Dive teams have been deployed in the search for a man who has been missing for almost a week.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 12:31:59 +0100
Police concerned for welfare of man missing from Vicarage Road
Police are trying to find a man who has gone missing from Watford.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 11:45:00 +0100
Man caught with kitchen knife in Watford town centre
A young man will not go to jail after he was caught carrying a kitchen knife in Watford town centre.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 09:37:13 +0100
'Serious assault' at Euston causes delays at Watford Junction
A serious assault which resulted in a member of staff taken to hospital has been the cause of delays at Watford Junction this morning.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 08:07:37 +0100
Delays at Watford Junction station after 'trespasser' on track
There are delays at Watford Junction after a “trespasser” at London Euston.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 08:00:00 +0100
New 'pop-up' Post Office up and running in the Meriden
Residents will now be able to use a temporary post office in the Meriden as its permanent home prepares to open.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Watford mum and son star in Electric Umbrella Plug In campaign
A mother and son have landed starring roles in a new campaign being launched by a charity which uses the power of live music to enhance the lives of learning disabled people.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Hiker 'sinks to his waist in mud' at Aldenham Reservoir
An experienced hiker has called for safety measures after he sunk to his waist in what he likened to "quicksand" during a visit to a reservoir.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 15:08:44 +0100
Watford to sign Peter Etebo from Stoke City
Watford are set to sign Stoke City midfielder Peter Etebo on a season loan with an option to buy.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 15:06:54 +0100
Watford legend Allan Smart named Abingdon head of football
Watford legend Allan Smart has joined Abingdon United as their new head of football.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 12:48:11 +0100
Newcastle show interest in Watford's Will Hughes
Newcastle United have made contact with Watford over the possible signing of Will Hughes as the midfielder’s contract negotiations continue.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 11:00:00 +0100
Was Dome roundabout in Watford named after a petrol station?
I must question your statements that the gasometer was the reason the “Dome roundabout” was so named. I believe that a garage and petrol filling station, that preceded the petrol station that was demolished to make way for the block of flats that...

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 11:05:54 +0100
Celebrations in Watford as England beat Denmark in Euro 2020
Celebrations broke out in Watford town centre last night as England beat Denmark to reach the final of Euro 2020.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 07:30:00 +0100
This is why you may still have to self-isolate before August 16
The so-called “freedom day” is expected on July 19, with a decision on whether or not to go ahead being taken a week earlier.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Sainsbury's announces controversial rule change from July 19
Sajid Javid said it was a “responsible thing for anyone to do” as he confirmed he would continue to wear a face mask in certain situations in public.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 17:00:00 +0100
Hundreds of Herts children taken into care spread around UK
Hundreds of children who have been taken into care in Hertfordshire are scattered across the UK, it has emerged.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 16:57:22 +0100
Entertainment agents get on their bikes for charity
Three men are cycling a distance none of them have done before to support the entertainment industry and an Emmerdale actor is joining them on their journey.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 16:19:00 +0100
Beers to fly during Euro 2020 England Denmark game
England fans will lob £1.2 million worth of beer during England's Euro 2020 semi-final tonight, experts have predicted.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 16:40:02 +0100
Housing trust aims to stop bad parking around Meriden shopping parade
New measures are set to be taken to prevent motorists parking dangerously close to a new parade of shops in the Meriden.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 15:15:00 +0100
Traffic delays near Bushey Arches due to month-long roadworks
Roadworks at a busy junction are causing even longer delays than usual for motorists.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 15:06:01 +0100
England flag raised in Watford ahead of Denmark match
Watford is showing its support for England as the team prepare for their crunch match this evening at Wembley.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 13:00:00 +0100
Watford's Stage in the Park set to open amid ‘Freedom Day’
The town’s theatrical businesses are getting ready for the new rules coming into effect on July 19.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 12:30:00 +0100
Plans to demolish Exchange House and build 16 storey flats refused
A proposal to create a complex of 261 flats in a building rising to 16 storeys has been refused by Watford Borough Council.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 11:41:51 +0100
Motorist went to attack teen before being racist in Chorleywood
A motorist attempted to attack a teenager before being racist towards him and another boy after being forced to stop in a road in Chorleywood.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 10:30:30 +0100
Five impressive aerial photographs of Watford town centre
Can you spot where you live in the distance in any of these great pictures?

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 09:51:46 +0100
Euro 2020: England squad at The Grove ahead of Denmark clash
The England squad were seen spending the night at The Grove Hotel ahead of their huge semi-final match against Denmark.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 08:48:02 +0100
Hertfordshire County Council's £65k plan to discourage food waste
Council officials are hoping to persuade residents in Hertfordshire to throw away less food.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 07:47:55 +0100
Increasing concerns for missing man seen in Rickmansworth
Police are increasingly concerned of a missing vulnerable man who was last seen four days ago.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Weston Homes launches £85m Laundry Works development in Watford
A housebuilder has officially launched its £85 million development which is being built on the site of a former laundry factory.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Memorial garden unveiled at Woodcock Hill Cemetery in Rickmansworth
A new memorial garden offering space for reflection and remembrance has been unveiled at a cemetery. Woodcock Hill Cemetery in Rickmansworth.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 23:09:00 +0100
Gareth Southgate from Watford leads England to Euro 2020 final
Gareth Southgate, a man born in Watford, has led England to their first major tournament final since 1966.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 22:49:51 +0100
England beat Denmark to reach Euro 2020 final
Harry Kane propelled England to just their second major tournament final as Gareth Southgate’s men secured an extra-time win against Denmark to set-up Sunday’s shot at European Championship glory.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 15:00:00 +0100
Gratitude after NHS plaque unveiled in Watford's Cassiobury Park
You kindly covered the unveiling of the ‘Thank You to the NHS Plaque’ in the Peace Garden in Cassiobury Park in last Friday’s edition of your paper. Thank you for that.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 10:47:40 +0100
Wetherspoon pubs issue price increase warning to customers
The pub chain has criticised the government for rules that will bolster supermarkets rather than the hospitality sector.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 10:07:03 +0100
Watford interested in Genk striker Paul Onuachu
Watford's Premier League preparations continue with the club interested in Genk striker Paul Onuachu.

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 17:45:00 +0100
Covid cases rise sharply in Watford, Three Rivers, and Hertsmere
Coronavirus cases in Watford, Three Rivers, and Hertsmere have risen sharply within the last three or four days, Public Health England figures show.

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 16:26:45 +0100
Leisure centres launch summer camps to help kids get active
A leisure centre operator is helping keep kids moving this summer by hosting a series of activity camps and sports sessions.

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 14:38:10 +0100
Cyclist taken to hospital after being hit by car in Bushey
Emergency services swarmed a road after a cyclist was hit by a car in Bushey.

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 13:52:39 +0100
Readers in support to continue wearing masks after July 19
Readers will mainly continue to wear masks at some points after face mask enforcement is ditched, with the public soon to be left to make their own choice on wearing one.

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 13:16:33 +0100
Watford Mencap Cafe in the Library reopens
A café has reopened and all its proceeds will go to a charity supporting people with learning disabilities in the town.



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