The following planning applications have been validated by Watford, Three Rivers and Dacorum councils in the week beginning January 31:

Hello there, I’m Duchess, pleased to meet you. I’m a sweet two-year-old girl who likes being stroked and enjoys my snacks and treats. I’ve previously had babies and am now looking for a nice home where I can be the centre of attention.

A battered width restriction could be taken away before enforcement cameras are installed - if residents vote for it.

It's great news that a new public transport scheme is being properly looked at for Watford.

A new comedy on Channel 4 will be airing this weekend

Road closures are in place following a crash in Watford this afternoon.

Paris has long been recognised as the city of love so we couldn't imagine spending Valentine's day anywhere else. Here's how you can book your romantic getaway.

Children have shown their gratitude to their teachers by drawing pictures of them to celebrate a pre-school's 'outstanding' Ofsted inspection.

I vaguely remember Noel Edmonds’ House Party. From memory, it seemed to consist of Mr Edmonds running around the set like a crazed man, long before he got embroiled in cosmic ordering.

Fire chiefs in Hertfordshire have drawn-up plans NOT to attend automated fire alarms at a number of retail outlets across the county – unless the alarm is confirmed to be a fire.

A man who thrust a kitchen knife deep into his wife's body in Watford has been awarded a £17,500 for injuring his hand in the attack.

Check to see what the hygiene ratings are for every Watford Mcdonalds.

Four people have now been charged following the murder of Vishal Gohel in Bushey.

Helen George looks back at the first 25 years of the National Health Service in Watford from 1948 to 1973

Police have released a picture of a person they want to find as part of its investigation into a sexual assault in Watford town centre.

From mexican to classic American food, see Watford's best dinner restaurants.

High streets are the heart of our communities and it is important areas like Watford are thriving as much as they can.

Whether it be popular stately homes are objects from the past that are hidden away, history is all around us.

People jailed in January include a man who stabbed another in the chest and a man who slashed a person’s hand.

A Hertfordshire-born snowboarder is the favourite to bring home a gold medal for Team GB at the Winter Olympics in Beijing.

Christmas credit card bills have arrived, but on top of that, this year, a cost-of-living crisis has hit hard.

A Valentine's Day dinner from the comforts of your own house can be just as romantic than an expensive fine dining restaurant. Get the best bundle deals meal kits at MuscleFood.

Michael McIntyre's hit game show The Wheel has been leaving our heads spinning on Saturday night. Find out which celebrities are on tonight.

Romance is in the air as Red Letter Days has launched its Valentine’s Day gift guide including everything from Bungee jumps to spa retreats.

There's a method involving an EE Smart Plan that can help you get Apple Music for free

YouTube star LadBaby posted a video raving about the new device.

A paedophile who sexually abused an award-winning actress has been convicted of offences against two other children after she gave evidence against him for a second time.

Hundreds of runners will take to the streets this Sunday for the 40th Watford Half Marathon.

Plans to rebuild a historic feature in Watford, a stunning victory at Arsenal that was dedicated to Graham Taylor, the record-breaking departure of a Hornets’ striker and an honour for the town’s mayor were among the stories making our headlines ...

HEALTH CHIEFS across Hertfordshire and west Essex are drawing up plans to vaccinate ALL primary school children, it has emerged.

A family have paid tribute to a "selfless and inspirational" mother-of-four who has died at the age of 42.

Three Rivers District Council is proposing to introduce a new permit parking scheme in an area of Rickmansworth.

Engineers have reportedly been struggling to find the source of a gas leak that has forced a road off the Dome Roundabout to shut.

Police have charged two people with murder after a man was found dead inside a flat in Bushey.

If any of you are thinking about heading down to the brand new games venue in Watford, here is a look at what it is like inside.

Vandals broke into a golf club in Elstree before throwing balls at flat screen televisions.

Councillors have invested hundreds of pounds into biodegradable bags to clamp down on dog fouling in parks.

A street off Watford's ring road has reportedly been shut because of a sinkhole.

Motorists using some of the busiest routes in Watford and Bushey are facing disruption due to forthcoming planned roadworks.

A Watford man has been sentenced after he stole nearly £1,000 of items while burgling a pub by Rickmansworth Aquadrome.

Some of the country’s best young athletes will be coming to Watford this summer for a world-class event.

Earlier this week, we revealed that proposals are to be drawn up for an alternative scheme to the Met Line extension (MLX).

The Moonpig cards are described as 'cheeky' in nature

Canada Goose and acclaimed footwear designer, Salehe Bembury have announced a new collaboration on an NBA All-Star 2022 collection. Here's how you can buy it.

MyProtein and Hotel Chocolat have joined forces to create a limited-edition Easter egg this year.

Reports suggest the game is scheduled to arrive in 2024 or 2025.

FIFA fans across the country are struggling to access the game today.

Fashion retailer Boohoo has launched its own range of beauty products with more than 50 items across makeup and accessories.

Fitzpatrick's mother died peacefully at her home in Ireland.

You also don’t have to stick to the set menus, you can mix and match the dishes if you prefer.