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Watford Observer

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 09:13:09 +0000
Duchess of Gloucester visits Bobath Cerebral Palsy Centre in Watford
A year of celebration at a Watford-based charity has begun with a royal visit.

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Company fined thousands of pounds for fly tipping in South Oxhey
A waste and recycling company has been ordered to pay just under £10,000 for two incidents of fly-tipping which were traced back to shops.

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Herts Police officer sacked for taking sexual pictures
A Herts Police officer has been sacked after he let a colleague take sexual pictures of a woman in the back of a police car while on duty.

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Watford man, 71, admits sexual activity with girl under 13
A 71-year-old man from Watford has admitted inciting a girl under the age of 13 to engage in sexual activity.

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Stevens Fun Fair: Backlash over Cassiobury Park decision
The borough council has come under fire after confirming Stevens Fun Fair will no longer be allowed to open annually in Cassiobury Park.

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 01:00:00 +0000
How to get tickets to Tyson Fury vs Dillian Whyte at Wembley
Tickets for Tyson Fury vs Dillian Whyte at Wembley Stadium go on sale today.

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 09:31:13 +0000
Poundland to launch online shop for all customers
The bargain giant will open its online store following the takeover of Poundhshop.

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 09:32:19 +0000
BBC Eastenders Zack Morris lands huge movie role 10 days after quitting soap
Zack Morris announced his departure from the BBC show last month.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 17:09:00 +0000
South London boy punched in face as attackers insist ‘get naked’
A horrifying video has emerged of a boy being punched in the face repeatedly as his attackers insist he “gets naked” in south London.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 14:00:00 +0000
The new Herts Covid scam that is costing people thousands
People in Hertfordshire have lost more than £200,000 due to scam coronavirus text messages.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 13:00:00 +0000
Memories of past pancake races in Watford and Rickmansworth
Whether you’re planning on having yours with sugar, lemon juice or a different filling, plenty of us will be tucking into pancakes throughout today. But have you tested your flipping skills outside of the kitchen and taken part in a traditional pan...

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 11:52:48 +0000
Police find 89-year-old man who went missing from Croxley Green
Police are growing concerned for the welfare of an elderly man missing from Croxley Green.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 10:56:22 +0000
New CCTV cameras being deployed to catch fly tippers in Watford
Mobile CCTV cameras are being deployed to crack down on illegal fly tipping in Watford.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 10:05:00 +0000
Former Benskins pub, the North Star in Harrow, on the market
A former Benskins pub that was made into a house after being saved by the community is now on the market.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 10:01:00 +0000
Multiple closures to be in place on M25 in March and April
Drivers using the M25 in Hertfordshire and Essex are being urged to plan ahead as multiple closures will be put in place in March and April.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000
Huge property near Watford put up for sale for £2.2 million
A jaw-dropping eight-bedroom property on a “prestigious private road” near Watford has been put on the market this month.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000
Readers react as Bosleys closes doors in Watford town centre
Readers have been left “gutted” and “shocked” as a popular pub and restaurant closed in Watford town centre closed its doors.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 10:05:37 +0000
New strategy to transform travel in Watford approved
Reducing delays for buses at congestion hotspots and a transport hub are among measures being taken in Watford’s new sustainable travel strategy.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0000
Plans to relocate Breakspeare School progress to next stage
Plans to relocate and expand a school for children with severe learning difficulties are to progress, with the publication of a formal statutory notice.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0000
New driveway rules could see paved driveways banned outside UK homes
The new measures are being considered in an effort to stop storm drainage systems becoming overwhelmed.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Dozens of Hertfordshire's children's social workers quit
Dozens of Hertfordshire's children's social workers left their jobs last year, figures show.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0000
McDonalds offers 99p Pancake's for Pancake Day
The fast-food giant is offering customers a bargain for Pancake Day.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Link between Met Line and Watford Junction no future since 1950s
Before jumping the gun, my advice to Mr Leslie Freitag’s letter regarding the Croxley Rail Link is to do some more research to discover why the scheme has been a ‘lame duck’ with no future since 1956 (An affordable rail link: Letters, February ...

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 19:35:00 +0000
Top 10 PlayStation 5 games and PS5 restocks including GTA V and Elden Ring
Here are the top 10 PlayStation 5 games in 2022 and where you can purchase a PS5.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 15:00:00 +0000
Adele's latest album 30 named global album of the year
Adele's album 30, released in November 2021, has been named global album of the year.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 14:34:36 +0000
Energy saving tips and appliances for the kitchen – where to buy
Save money and the planet with these top 10 energy-saving tips and energy-efficient appliances.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 14:33:49 +0000
LEGO Spice Girl tribute set is out now - How to buy yours
LEGO's iconic Spice Girl tribute set is out now. Here's how you can bag yours.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 09:50:50 +0000
Channel 5: The Holiday Full cast list and when is it on
The show is based on the bestselling novel of the same name from T.M Logan.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 09:20:00 +0000
Celebrity Ex On The Beach: How to watch and who's in the line-up
The new series will see celebrities find love but it all changes when their exes appear.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 08:34:47 +0000
Disney, Sony and Warner Bros take stand against Russia amid Ukraine invasion
Violence continues to rage across the region, with thousands of citizens forced to flee their homes across the country’s borders.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 21:39:58 +0000
The Diffusion of Responsibility - Pearl D'souza, Latymer Upper School
Have you ever witnessed an accident in public and noticed how most people tend to flounder and look to others to determine how to react? Or perhaps you have even done this yourself? If so, rest assured that this is not unusual by any means. This resp...

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Ideas for children's costumes for World Book Day 2022
There’s only a few days to go until this year’s World Book Day, but are you still struggling for ideas for which character your child should dress up as?

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 15:26:39 +0000
Watch the new trailer for Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore
The trailer for Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore is here and heading to cinemas on April 15.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 15:00:00 +0000
Watford pet rescue centre seeks help for Patterdale terrier Penny
Can you help pay for the cost of some eye medication for a poor dog who has been through so much?

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 13:45:21 +0000
Hertsmere Borough Council council tax and budget 2022
Hertsmere residents will pay more in council tax and parking from April after councillors backed a new budget for the borough this week.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 12:54:42 +0000
Watford's planning process is being transformed - here's how
A programme of digital improvements is being delivered to transform the way people can get involved with planning applications in Watford.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 10:21:35 +0000
Channel 4's 'Emergency': When is it on?
The show follows staff working in the London Major Trauma System.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 10:18:04 +0000
Three Rivers District Council raises council tax in 2022 budget
Three Rivers District Council agreed to launch cuts to leisure services while hiking council tax and garden waste charges for residents.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 08:21:00 +0000
Bosleys in Watford is now permanently closed
A pub in Watford town centre has closed down for good.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
FOOD HYGIENE: The Oaks, Rickmansworth, flips score to 'good'
A pub that required “urgent improvement” after scoring 0/5 in a food standards inspection has impressed inspectors after jumping to a 4/5 score.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000
More delays to redevelopment of Watford hospital not welcomed
I must take issue with Mr Andy Love, who remains determined to deprive Watford of its new hospital on its present site (A welcome intervention, Letters, February 18).

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
The key changes with the new 'no fault' divorce law
The Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Bill is due to come into force on April 6, 2022, resulting in significant changes for both divorcing couples and family practitioners alike.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 21:30:00 +0000
The Royal Mint launches Dame Vera Lynn commemorative coin - How to get yours
The Royal Mint has launched a commemorative coin to celebrate the life and career of Dame Vera Lynn.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 18:29:00 +0000
Sky reveals content coming to Sky TV channels and NOW in March 2022 - How to get Sky
Here's the content you can expect to see this March from Sky and the streaming service, NOW.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 15:29:00 +0000
Lidl’s cast iron designer-inspired collection is returning to stores – How to get yours
Lidl has relaunched its Cast Iron Collection.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 11:41:58 +0000
Get free tickets to The Wanted on tour
Blue Light Cardholders can get free tickets to see The Wanted.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 11:15:32 +0000
Petrol prices soar above £1.51, further rise 'inevitable'
"This week will be an important one in terms of the oil price as it’s likely to reveal the speed of the inevitable upward trend".

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 10:29:02 +0000
Personalised gift ideas for Mother's Day from The Perfume Shop
The Perfume Shop has some personalised services to make the gift for your loved one extra special.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000
The Real Dirty Dancing: Who's in the cast and when is it on?
The Channel 4 show will see celebrities attempt to re-create the iconic scenes from the hit movie.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 09:59:00 +0000
ITV: No Return full cast and when it will on TV
Sheridan Smith stars in the new ITV drama set in Turkey.



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