Watford Observer
Thu, 24 Feb 2022 08:50:00 +0000Memories of 1990's children's events and concerts in Watford area
It’s younger people who take centre stage this week as we again dip into the Watford Observer’s online archive to share ten pictures that were taken by our photographers in the past.
Thu, 24 Feb 2022 08:45:00 +0000Owners win appeal after Oxhey lilac house refusal decision
A couple whose newly painted home in Oxhey was refused by a council have won an appeal against the decision.
Thu, 24 Feb 2022 08:25:00 +0000Man dies after being hit by lorry on M1 near Watford
A man has died after being hit by a lorry on the M1 this afternoon (February 22).
Thu, 24 Feb 2022 08:07:39 +0000Watch Ukraine explosion as Russia invades and Putin warns of 'consequences never seen'
Boris will chair a Cobra committee meeting at 7.30am to discuss the response to the “horrific attacks”.
Thu, 24 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000Warning after dozens of cars left unlocked in Croxley Green
Police found dozens of motorists left their cars unlocked during an operation in Croxley Green.
Thu, 24 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000MAP: Watford streets making the most parking fines money
Watford Borough Council made nearly £24k from parking fines in just one street last year, an investigation has revealed.
Thu, 24 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000Police called after ‘racism’ row in Watford's TGI Fridays
Police were called to TGI Fridays in Garston amid allegations that a group was rejected because of their race.
Thu, 24 Feb 2022 06:25:00 +0000Cyclist seriously injured in hit-and-run at Park Street roundabout
A cyclist suffered serious injuries after being knocked off his bike by a motorist who then sped off.
Thu, 24 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000Stevens Fun Fair told it can't open in Cassiobury Park this year
Watford’s hugely popular fair has been told it cannot use Cassiobury Park this spring – and going forwards will only be allowed there every other year.
Thu, 24 Feb 2022 05:58:00 +0000Woman in court after stealing from Currys in Watford
A woman who stole more than £200 worth of items from a Currys store and attacked two people is due to be sentenced.
Thu, 24 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000Affordability key to Watford to Croxley transport link plans
It’s good news Watford Borough Council hasn’t given up on a link between the Met Line and Junction. (Bid to save Met Line link...without trains, Watford Observer, February 4) Then the story veers off “potentially a tram”, “unlikely to be he...
Thu, 24 Feb 2022 00:01:00 +0000See the first Ikea city centre store which has opened in Hammersmith, London
Ikea has opened its first high street store in London.
Thu, 24 Feb 2022 00:01:00 +0000Duchess of Cornwall speaks out after Queen names her Queen Consort
The Duchess of Cornwall has spoken out after the Queen said it was her wish for Camilla to be Queen Consort.
Wed, 23 Feb 2022 13:27:34 +0000Operation London Bridge: How you'll learn when the Queen has died as bizarre rumour debunked
The Queen is alive, despite bizarre claims from a popular US gossip site that were swiftly debunked.
Wed, 23 Feb 2022 10:56:55 +0000Boy, rushed to hospital after being hit by car in Rickmansworth
A young teenager has been rushed to hospital after being hit by a car in Rickmansworth.
Wed, 23 Feb 2022 09:00:00 +0000Two more crashes at Watford's Woodmere Avenue restriction
Two more motorists have fallen foul of Watford’s notorious width restriction – with one trying to steam through at full speed.
Wed, 23 Feb 2022 09:00:00 +0000The 15 Watford cameras that caught the most speeding drivers
A speed camera in Watford caught an average of more than 55 drivers a week breaking the 30mph limit.
Wed, 23 Feb 2022 09:00:00 +0000Update after man 'fell from building' in Watford
Police have issued an update after reports that a man was seriously injured after falling from a building in Watford.
Wed, 23 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000Rising number of anti-Semitic incidents in Hertfordshire
More anti-Semitic incidents were reported in Hertfordshire last year, charity figures show.
Wed, 23 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000Man accused of taking indecent photos of child in Watford
A man accused of taking indecent photos of a child and possessing extreme pornographic images is due to appear in court.
Wed, 23 Feb 2022 06:13:00 +0000Police 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.
Wed, 23 Feb 2022 21:30:00 +0000M&S Pancake Day 2022 range including Percy Pig frying pan, mixes, sauces and spreads
The bag has everything you need including mixes and toppings.
Wed, 23 Feb 2022 20:00:00 +0000How to get tickets to the Queen's Platinum Jubilee concert at Buckingham Palace
The BBC has announced members of the public can apply for tickets to the Queen's Platinum Jubilee concert at Buckingham Palace.
Wed, 23 Feb 2022 19:57:00 +0000When is The O2 reopening after Storm Eunice? What we know
London’s O2 Arena is set to reopen, here's what we know.
Wed, 23 Feb 2022 18:59:00 +0000Mother's Day gifts: 10 fragrances your mum will love from The Perfume Shop
The Perfume Shop has lots of deals for this Mother's Day - see 10 of the best here.
Wed, 23 Feb 2022 16:30:46 +0000BBC Eastenders star Rita Simons leads Anna Karen tributes as actress dies in house fire
Eastenders co-star Rita Simons has led tributes after news emerged that ‘Aunt Sal’ actress Anna Karen has died in a house fire at the age of 85.
Wed, 23 Feb 2022 15:58:11 +0000BBC Eastenders star Anna Karen dies in house fire as soap pays tribute
Firefighters were on the scene shortly after 10:30pm on Tuesday night.
Wed, 23 Feb 2022 14:58:00 +0000How to make a dog-friendly Ocado pancake – get the recipe
Get pampered pooches involved on pancake day with this dog-friendly recipe.
Wed, 23 Feb 2022 09:55:28 +0000Which supermarket sells the cheapest Pancake Day ingredients?
Aldi is named the cheapest supermarket for all your ingredient needs.
Wed, 23 Feb 2022 10:01:06 +0000Treat your loved one this Mother’s Day to a Lay-Z-Spa hot tub
Mother’s Day is coming up and as many of us know, they can be a nightmare to shop for!
Wed, 23 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000Morrisons, Waitrose, Ocado and Amazon recall savoury products over salmonella fears
The products are sold in Morrisons, Waitrose, Ocado and Amazon, as well as other shops.
Tue, 22 Feb 2022 14:42:33 +0000Man dies in M1 crash near Watford - recap
The M1 northbound is currently blocked due to a 'serious' crash near Watford.
Tue, 22 Feb 2022 14:00:00 +0000Police find stolen motorbike in Bushey with help of person
Police quickly found a stolen motorbike in Bushey thanks to a member of the public who spotted suspicious activity.
Tue, 22 Feb 2022 13:00:00 +0000More than a dozen Watford homes repossessed last year
More than a dozen homes in Watford were repossessed by landlords and mortgage lenders last year, figures show.
Tue, 22 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000Vans seized and drivers reported as police target A41
Multiple vehicles – including one linked to the left of cooking oil – were seized while by police during an operation in Hertsmere.
Tue, 22 Feb 2022 11:00:00 +0000Opportunity to rethink Watford and west Hertfordshire hospital plans
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Tue, 22 Feb 2022 09:52:45 +0000Hertfordshire police officer facing disciplinary hearing
A Hertfordshire Constabulary officer is facing a disciplinary hearing after judges claimed she was “determined to mislead us” when appearing in court as a witness.
Tue, 22 Feb 2022 09:00:00 +0000Memories of paying at cash turnstiles to see Watford play
The Watford Observer has again teamed up with its friends at The Watford Treasury to share stories from YBR! Yellow Black & Red!
Tue, 22 Feb 2022 08:55:00 +0000Food hygiene ratings for two Watford takeaways revealed
Two takeaways in Watford have been handed new food hygiene ratings.
Tue, 22 Feb 2022 08:55:00 +0000Former Arriva bus garage buildings in Garston demolished
The demolition of a former bus garage looks to have been completed ahead of the site's redevelopment.
Tue, 22 Feb 2022 08:52:47 +0000Long delays in Watford after M25 crash and oil spillage
Motorists have been warned of hour-long delays after a crash and oil spillage on the M25 near Watford.
Tue, 22 Feb 2022 07:45:00 +0000Storm Eunice: Serious damage caused to Watford animal centre
An animal rescue centre says it is facing an “expensive” repair job after high winds caused serious damage to its facility.
Tue, 22 Feb 2022 10:43:58 +0000Queen cancels engagements amid Covid diagnosis as Buckingham Palace issue statement
It comes after the 95-year-old monarch tested positive for the virus on Sunday after experiencing “mild cold-like symptoms”.
Tue, 22 Feb 2022 19:32:00 +0000Royal Mint and Royal Mail to release Birmingham Commonwealth Games coins and stamps
Royal Mint and Royal Mail are to commemorative The Commonwealth Games with collectable coins and stamps.
Tue, 22 Feb 2022 19:23:01 +0000Boris Johnson 'under caution' when answering Met Police questionnaire
ITV News has obtained the questionnaire sent to Boris Johnson and other Downing Street staff by the Metropolitan Police after partygate.
Tue, 22 Feb 2022 17:49:19 +0000Disneyland Paris Pride to return in June - Find out when and how to buy tickets
Pride is returning to Disneyland Paris in June. Here's how you can buy tickets.
Tue, 22 Feb 2022 17:29:24 +0000Boots to offer Covid lateral flow tests after Boris Johnson announcement
Boots has announced it will be selling Covid lateral flow tests at an "affordable" price after Boris Johnson ended free testing.
Tue, 22 Feb 2022 15:48:00 +0000When is Pancake Day 2022?
Pancake Day normally falls in February but this year it's later.
Tue, 22 Feb 2022 14:56:00 +0000Aldi’s own brand vodka is named best in the world
Aldi's vodka won a gold award at the World Vodka Awards 2022.
Tue, 22 Feb 2022 14:00:00 +0000London Theatre Week returns with discounted tickets on West End shows
With this week marking London Theatre Week, you can grab some discounted tickets for some of London hit shows.