A Canadian fast-food restaurant has been given the all-clear to build a branch in Garston.

Motorists are facing disruption due to the planned temporary closure of some of Watford’s busiest routes for roadworks.

Herts County Council said it has only recorded four crashes in nearly six years at Woodmere Avenue’s controversial width restriction.

CCTV has captured the moment thieves stole a catalytic converter from a Lexus parked on a driveway in Leavesden.

A Christmas toy shortage is set to increase prices and lower the quality of toys, experts have warned parents.

Felton was playing at Whistling Straits, which is hosting the Europe v United States Ryder Cup golf showdown over the weekend.

This week, shoppers are being asked what they love about their local high street.

A defaced gold plaque honouring Watford great Graham Taylor has been replaced.

A persistent smell has been lingering over a residential area of Chorleywood causing families dizziness and distress for months.

The Watford Observer is again delighted to be teaming up with its friends at Watford Museum to take another journey back to the past to recall the key events and dates that helped shape the town’s future.

Thousands of trees are set to be planted along roads and highways across Hertfordshire after the Lib Dems raised the issue.

A free open day was held at a leisure centre to mark the one year anniversary of an extension and new facilities.

A proposal to convert an office building into flats has been put on hold because of concerns about affordable housing provision.

Watford’s MP has said he is “overjoyed” as new legislation ensuring hospitality workers retain their tips was confirmed.

Hertfordshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner has responded to criticism that police were too slow to react to Insulate Britain protests and have been too lenient with protesters.

A lane was shut off on the M25 due to a swan on the road.

A residential street has been closed after a hole was discovered under the road.

A fall in unemployment in Watford has been welcomed by the town’s Mayor.

Police have been made aware of a dog said to have been “aggressive” in Watford.

A marketing agency raised over £30,000 for an employee’s son with a unique genetic disorder.

Police have appealed for witnesses after ... in a near Rickmansworth this evening.

An air ambulance has landed on the M25 after a "serious collision" this evening.

Here is the full list of new Netflix content in October including Spider-Man, Piers Morgan and You season 3.

The top ten most affordable locations to fly out to in the US for UK tourists have been revealed.

Sadiq Khan has said that violence against women should be treated on the same level as counter-terrorism following the murder of Sabina Nessa.

Lisa McGee didn’t rule out the possibility of the loveable characters returning in the future somehow.

Insulate Britain have caused disruption at various points along the M25 in the past week, but the question remains for some about what they are actually protesting about.

In a trailer for the Netflix documentary, viewers are teased with a confidential report from someone allegedly close to the conservatorship.

Bargain Max reveals their top toys for Christmas 2021 includeing Lol Surprise, Barbie's Dream House and Paw Patrol.

The move comes after the popular sandwich chain secured a £100 million cash boost

The World Cup of Stations is back for 2021, and the Rail Delivery Group are looking for the public to nominate their favourite train stations.

Watford's police officers are to be based in the town centre after the green light was given to relocate the police station.

A personal trainer is bringing a military fitness scheme to Hertfordshire which offers gym and outdoor training for all levels.

Afghan refugees who are temporarily staying in hotels locally were given tickets to watch Watford's cup match last night.

Insulate Britain says that their campaign “goes on” despite a High Court Injunction.

Firefighters dressed in their full kit joined over 750 people in a Watford park to participate in the Race for Life after cancer diagnosis.

A prolific thief who stole bikes in and around Watford town centre over three months has been jailed.

Several possession of weapons offences in Watford were reported to police in July – and data reveals where they are said to have occurred.

Wonderful nostalgia has once again appeared in the Watford Observer with a report and picture of a horse and cart attempting to proceed through a flooded Watford High Street in 1907.

Kings of Leon are touring in the UK again in 2022, with six dates at various venues.

Dame Helen Mirren and comic actor Stephen Fry have been involved in publicising the event.

US firm CF Industries who own the factories, and are blaming rising gas prices for making operations not viable.

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said National Highways has been granted an injunction against protesters targeting the M25.

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said National Highways has been granted an injunction against protesters targeting the M25.

The Prime Minister conceded that supermarket shelves could be empty for months ahead of Christmas

A decision on whether to revoke the licence of a luxury wedding venue that needed armed police to disperse crowds earlier this summer has been delayed.

Watford’s MP says that he cannot condone the “harmful and unruly” actions seen by M25 protesters over the past week.

Progress is being made as a new luxury retirement village has reached its next phase of construction.

A new travel scheme to save young people money on their bus travels with half-price tickets has been launched.

Car crime, speeding, anti-social behaviour and the illegal use of e-scooters are crimes police have been clamping down on in Three Rivers.