Whether it is Clements, Woolworths or more recently Debenhams and John Lewis, there are a whole host of shops that once traded in Watford town centre that have sadly shut their doors forever.

The Watford Observer Camera Club has got off to a great start in 2022 with some fantastic shots of 'Nature in the New Year' during the past four weeks, including a lovely picture of a robin perched on a camera.

Selfridges has launched its Valentine's Day gift collection. From Cartier rings to Burberry bags, shop the best deals here.

You might even send a little gift to yourself judging by Pandora's great prices.

Cassiobury Park will face the ice age as a new exhibition will take place this year.

Police have now revealed the name of a murder victim who was found dead inside a flat.

Police have allayed fears over a group of men who residents reported were acting suspiciously around an area in Watford.

Train services are being pressured to increase trains from Bushey Station, after they were cut back due to the pandemic.

Work stopping on the Metropolitan Line extension, a charity event in memory of George Michael, praise for this newspaper’s part in helping to catch a killer and Hornets’ transfer frustrations were among the stories making the headlines in the Wat...

Seven vans were broken into in the same area within nearly two weeks.

Take a look at the rhinoceroses, sabre-toothed tigers and other ancient animals that will take over Cassiobury Park this Easter.

An NHS Trust has essentially put in a ‘last-call’ for its healthcare staff to be vaccinated, ahead a deadline where unvaccinated workers could face the sack.

Drivers will be fined if they are caught on camera travelling along a restricted section of Watford high street.

A pet photographer has received one of the highest awards in his industry.

A murder investigation has been launched after a man died in a flat in Bushey.

The report on which Boris Johnson’s future may depend was expected to be delivered this week.

A major route in Watford is among the roads set to be affected by temporary closures for roadworks.

A charitable organisation is giving Watford General Hospital one final parting gift ahead of its closure.

Residents in Bushey say they are “mortified” after police launched a murder investigation after a body was found.

The hit BBC One show has released with pro dancers will be hitting the road for the new tour.

January 28 is International LEGO day and we know only one way to celebrate - stocking up on LEGO Minecraft, City, Friends sets and more.

Keith Duffy and Brian McFadden will be touring the UK in 2022

The supermarket is set to add a new feature to the points card.

A "PROBLEM" which has led to police being told NOT to pursue criminals at high speeds in their BMWs is widespread with forces across the UK.

Here's everything you need to know about tickets and the full list of venues on Sigrid's tour.

The change from ITV puts the shows in direct competition with the BBC drama.

Patrick Murray was up for doing a remake of the classic comedy, but had some concerns

A giant new gold coin has been made by the Royal Mint to celebrate the Chinese New Year

Things are hotting up in the boardroom as at least one candidate is fired each week. Here's what happened in episode four.

Local councils held ceremonies to mark Holocaust Memorial Day.

January 27th 1945, Auschwitz was liberated. The United Nations promised 'Never Again'. Since then, we have seen similar ethnical cleansing in Bosnia, as well as Cambodia, Rwanda, and Darfur.

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.

Hertsmere Borough Council says any resident who faced overdraft charges after it collected council tax payments a day early will be refunded.

A children's farm has been left with a hefty bill after thieves stole a digger that had been loaned to them.

Police have warned against the “reckless behaviour” seen by youths breaking into a farm and lighting fire.

Next has announced it will merging its two stores at Atria Watford into one.

Hertsmere Borough Council has shelved its draft local plan after acknowledging its residents had "clearly rejected" the plan.

“Snow showers” are expected in February as “wintry downpours” move down from the north and as far south as central England and the capital.

Watford Borough Council has pushed for a new leave policy that is said to encourage more diverse councillors.

The CEO of the West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust who served the NHS for nearly 40 years is set to retire.

A proposal to redevelop an industrial building in Watford town centre has failed to receive council backing once again.

Here are some tiger-themed gifts you can give to your loved ones this Chinese New Year.

Grab some self-care products and enjoy Galentine's day by relaxing.

See what's in the middle aisles of Aldi and Lidl this Thursday.

The Apprentice contestant accused producers of ignoring the on-set bullying.

The awards have partnered up with NFT platform Serenade to create their first-ever collection.

If you're looking to buy a house and need a mortgage these handed tips will help you out.

Grab some self-care products and enjoy Galentine's day by relaxing.

Euphoria graced our screens in 2019 with the primary season ending on a suspenseful note, highly anticipating the arrival of season 2 this year.

A vital therapy service for children with disabilities has now moved its home.