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Sun, 20 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000
Little Stratford House being 'brought back to its former glory'
The restoration of a historic home in Watford has been welcomed by a councillor who campaigned to save the property.

Sun, 20 Feb 2022 09:00:00 +0000
Planning applications in Watford, Rickmansworth, Hemel Hempstead and surrounding areas
The following planning applications were validated by Watford, Three Rivers and Dacorum councils in the week beginning February 14, 2022:

Sun, 20 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Two shy cats seeking forever homes, from Watford pet rescue centre
Hello there, I’m Smudge, a sweet but nervous 12-year-old boy who came to the National Animal Welfare Trust three weeks ago when my owner moved home. I hadn’t had much interaction with humans so I’m quite shy at the moment, but once I’ve settl...

Sun, 20 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Man who was found with axe and harassed person in Watford to be sentenced
A man who was found with an axe and harassed a person over two days will be sentenced at a later date.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 16:29:51 +0000
LIVE: Vehicle fire on Stephenson Way causing traffic in Watford
There has been a vehicle fire in Watford.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 00:10:00 +0000
Royal Mail, Hermes and Amazon: UK parcel firms ranked from best to worst
The best and worst parcel delivery services in the UK have been revealed in a new poll.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 20:05:47 +0000
Dave O2 arena concerts postponed – what to do if you have tickets
Rapper Dave has been forced to postpone O2 arena concerts after Storm Eunice damage to the venue – here’s what to do if you have tickets.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 16:45:00 +0000
Watford Riverwell building site apprentice honoured by Bellway
An aspiring site manager who discovered a passion for construction after helping his dad with a house extension during lockdown has been named a housebuilder's apprentice of the year.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 14:30:00 +0000
Man seriously injured after tree falls on van in Moor Park
A man has suffered serious injuries after he became trapped after a tree fell on a van during Storm Eunice.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 12:30:00 +0000
Storm Eunice: How it impacted Watford and the surrounding areas
Countless trees fell and there was major disruption on the railways as Storm Eunice swept across Watford.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 11:40:00 +0000
Councillor says 1,000 plus Watford households going whole day without eating
A politician believes more than 1,000 households in Watford are going a whole day without eating due to the cost of living crisis.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000
Prolific thief sentenced after targeting another store in Watford
A prolific thief has targeted another store as he again breached an order banning him from Watford town centre.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Historic sites in Watford, Hemel Hempstead and Hertfordshire
Churches and cemeteries are among the most historic sites in most towns and villages across the country and the Watford area is no exception.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Why can't people admit they are wrong - sunk cost fallacy
Many, if not most of us, suffer from ‘sunk cost fallacy’. Originally a business term, it means a cost that has already been incurred, and thus cannot be recovered. In the modern world it has taken on new meaning however, and we can see it in pers...

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 21:33:17 +0000
BBC The Wheel is looking for contestants - How to apply
Here's how you can apply to be a contestant on Michael McIntyre's The Wheel.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 21:11:17 +0000
How many series of BBC The Wheel is there? Fans react on Twitter to Saturday repeat
BBC The Wheel viewers were frustrated to see another repeat of the hit game show on Saturday night.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 20:51:36 +0000
The Wheel repeats on BBC One as fans take to Twitter to complain
Fans have taken to Twitter to complain about the BBC repeating the hit gameshow.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 19:59:00 +0000
Pancake Day 2022: Morrisons introduces sale and new products
Pancake Day is just weeks away and to help you jazz up your pancakes, Morrisons has launched an incredible range of products and deals.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 19:32:20 +0000
Foo Fighters Dave Grohl cancels cooking show appearance – here's why
Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl had to cancel the BBC Two cooking show at the last minute.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 14:19:00 +0000
BBC The Wheel celebrities, channel and what time it is on tonight
Michael McIntyre's hit game show The Wheel has been back on our screens, brightening up our Saturday nights.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 12:58:00 +0000
Become an Espresso Martini taster with The Bottle Club - How to apply
Calling all cocktail lovers, you can now get paid to drink Espresso Martinis.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
See the incredible Scottish castle with private chef, yacht and DJ - how to book
You can live like royalty in this stunning Scottish castle owned by Scottish artist Stuart and Nikki McAlpine Miller. How you can book your luxury getaway.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000
Sky customers face £43 price hikes on their broadband and tv bill
The amount customers pay will depend on the Sky plan you have and if you are in a contract.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 07:23:20 +0000
Storm Eunice Hertfordshire: Recap after red warning issued
A red weather warning has been issued for wind.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 10:52:34 +0000
How easy is it to cross Hertfordshire by public transport?
If there’s one thing you pick up quickly after moving to Hertfordshire, it’s that the county is blessed with great transport links – as long as it involves London.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 17:39:29 +0000
Storm Eunice: Several trees down in Cassiobury Park
Several trees have fallen in Cassiobury Park due to high winds caused by Storm Eunice.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 16:39:26 +0000
Large tree falls onto bungalow roof in Watford
A large tree has toppled onto a bungalow roof in Watford as Storm Eunice continues to lash the area.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 15:53:21 +0000
Storm Eunice: Trampoline crashes onto tracks in Bushey
Passengers faced an unusual obstacle to their journey when a trampoline crashed onto to the tracks in Bushey.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 15:17:20 +0000
Storm Eunice: Fallen tree blocked several lanes on M25
Three lanes have been shut on the M25 due to a fallen tree.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 14:00:00 +0000
Motorist crashed with two vehicles after jumping red light in Watford
A motorist who crashed after jumping a red light in Watford has been fined.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 13:57:09 +0000
Police seek witness after man and woman attacked in Watford
Police are trying to find a person who may have witnessed a man and woman being attacked in Watford.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 13:00:00 +0000
Flying Scotsman passes through Watford - here are your photos
Steam train enthusiasts got the chance to see the Flying Scotsman locomotive as it passed through our area.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 08:31:00 +0000
Storm Eunice: Red weather warning in place for Hertfordshire
A rare red weather warning has been issued for Hertfordshire, London, and the rest of the south east of England because of Storm Eunice.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 08:25:00 +0000
Arriva bus services in Watford are being changed from mid-April
Bus operator Arriva is making some major changes to some of its routes from mid-April.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 08:22:00 +0000
Storm Dudley: Trees fall as high winds batter Three Rivers
Multiple trees have fallen after high winds caused by Storm Dudley battered Three Rivers.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 08:20:00 +0000
Watford FC legend Luther Blissett plugs McDonald's burger
Watford FC legend Luther Blissett was "lovin' it" as he plugged McDonald's new vegan burger in the town centre.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 08:20:00 +0000
New affordable rent homes unveiled in Riverside, Oxhey
A former garage site in Oxhey has been converted into a small development of five three-bedroom homes.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Planned road closures and parking restrictions in Watford
Several streets in Watford are set to be temporarily closed for roadworks while new parking restrictions are set to be introduced at a number of locations around the town.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Council apology after Ombudsman highlights lack of support for teen with autism
Hertfordshire County Council has agreed to pay £3,650 to the parents of a teenager with special educational needs after failing to provide the support he needed for up to three years.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 06:23:00 +0000
Storm Eunice update: London now under red weather warning - what we know
The Met Office has issued the highest level of alert for Storm Eunice, warning of 'danger to life'.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Love Thy Neighbour and Chorleywood's Jack Smethurst dies aged 89
Love Thy Neighbour star Jack Smethurst has died peacefully at home at the age of 89.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Serial thief jailed for targeting popular Watford restaurant
A serial thief who was jailed for targeting a popular Watford restaurant has been given more prison time after stealing from there again.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
11 ridiculous parking fails pictured in the Watford area
With parking spaces fiercely fought over in the Watford area some drivers continue to outdo themselves.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 00:01:00 +0000
Red Letter Days reveals Mothers Day guide with Hot Air Balloon rides and Afternoon Tea
Red Letter Days has revealed its Mother's Day guide to help you really blow her away this year. See our top picks here.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 13:59:00 +0000
Aldi is selling crepe and waffle makers for under £18
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so pimp your breakfasts with these crepe and waffle makers from Aldi.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000
Boris Johnson will cast long shadow over Conservative Party
There have been 55 British Prime Ministers, and in terms of their personal qualities as human beings any rank ordering would probably place Boris Johnson at or near the bottom.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 09:37:17 +0000
EasyJet flights cancelled as Storm Eunice hits UK - how to check
EasyJet has cancelled a “small number of flights” from UK airports amid "strong winds" from Storm Eunice.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 21:30:00 +0000
Egg chairs from All Round Fun are back – but you’ll need to be quick
Egg chairs - also known as hanging egg chairs or hanging chairs - are among the top home decor trends of 2022.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Warwick Castle’s Zog Playland – when it opens and how to buy tickets
Warwick Castle is creating the ultimate destination for fans of Zog, Princess Pearl and Sir Gadabout – find out when it opens and how to get tickets.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 13:21:12 +0000
Watch Storm Eunice 'shred' roof of O2 Arena in London
It officially opened on New Year’s Even in 1999 and is more recently used for concerts in the capital in London.



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