Archives

Watford Observer

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 08:57:50 +0100
Snow falling in Watford – but how long will it last?
It’s official – snow has landed in Watford this morning, though it looks set to be short-lived.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +0100
'Vile' flytip in Bushey set to be cleared after locals press for action
A "vile" pile of waste that has been dumped along a country lane in Bushey is set to be cleared up.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0100
West Hertfordshire maternity service responds to Ockenden report
The West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust has pledged to “face up to mistakes” in response to an inquiry into the UK’s biggest maternity scandal.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 07:10:04 +0100
David and Victoria Beckham’s London home ‘ransacked’ by thieves
Missing items include "thousands of pounds" worth of items.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 20:00:00 +0100
Update on future of green fields in Three Rivers threatened by housing
Communities will have another chance to voice their opinion on the threat to green belt land after a council was inundated with comments.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 17:55:28 +0100
Bruce Willis to step away from acting career - what is aphasia?
Bruce Willis will retire from acting after being diagnosed wth aphasia.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 17:32:16 +0100
Chorleywood girl raises thousands for Ukraine
An inspirational nine-year-old girl has raised thousands to help her fellow Ukrainians under attack.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 17:21:57 +0100
The Wanted's Tom Parker dies aged 33 as wife Kelsey Parker pays tribute
The singer was diagnosed with a terminal brain tumour in 2020 and given just 18 months to live.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 12:58:00 +0100
Next ready to open new merged store at Atria Watford extension
Next says it will unveil its new "highly anticipated" department-style store at Atria Watford on Thursday.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 16:15:33 +0100
Two women deny murder of man found dead in Bushey flat
Two women have denied murdering a 44-year-old man who was found dead in a flat.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 15:40:00 +0100
Obituary: Carole and John Darling of Dampcure-Woodcure in Watford
When 13-year-old Carole Dale saw John Darling out of her bedroom window walking along a road she turned to her sister and said ‘one day I’m going to marry that man’. They were to be married for more than 60 years until both died, two weeks apar...

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 14:21:53 +0100
Forest House in Radlett had patients 'at risk' in inspection
A mental health unit for children in Hertfordshire has been warned as patients were found to be at risk.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 14:00:00 +0100
Memories of Watford's FA Cup defeat at Northwich Victoria
The Watford Observer has again teamed with its friends at the Watford Treasury to share stories from previous issues.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 12:56:57 +0100
Oxhey Hall house targeted three times by vandals
A car was destroyed as two fires were set outside a house that has been targeted three times.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 12:17:00 +0100
Insulate Britain protesters in Hertfordshire avoid strong police action
The vast majority of Insulate Britain protesters who blocked roads in Hertfordshire have avoided strong action by the county's police force.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 08:05:00 +0100
Woman stabbed in eye after night out in Hitchin
A man who stabbed a woman in the eye when she was returning from a night out in Hertfordshire has been sentenced.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Ukrainian orphans set to visit Harry Potter tour in Leavesden
Fifty-four orphans who escaped Ukraine are set to be treated to a magical experience at the Harry Potter tour in Leavesden.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0100
New burger joint BVRGR CO. coming to Watford
Anyone craving a patty is in luck, as another burger joint will be coming to town.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Roadworks near A41 in Bushey causing major delays
Roadworks near Costco are causing major disruption that locals feared.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Police seize £38,000 and Rolex watches in Croxley Green raid
Police have been granted permission to continue holding nearly £38,000 cash seized during a raid in Croxley Green.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Ofsted: Watford secondary school inspection results this year
Secondary schools in Watford have impressed Ofsted inspectors in recent visits.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Latest look at business park demolition site ahead of redevelopment
This is the latest look at a site at Watford Business Park that is to be redeveloped.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Runner suffers broken foot after she was hit by bike in Cassiobury Park
The husband of a runner who was struck by two teenagers on a bike in Cassiobury Park believes she is lucky to be alive.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Heathrow baggage handlers' strike threatens Easter breaks
Holidaymakers could face travel chaos in the run-up to Easter after a plan by Heathrow Airport staff to stage a walkout.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Harrow Council criticised after The Case is Altered pub closes
The closure of The Case Is Altered pub along Old Redding is lamentable and a dismal indictment of the borough but ultimately a loss for everyone. Perhaps the owners should have worked harder to attract target markets, such as setting the pub up as hu...

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0100
St Albans councillors oppose expansion plans near Luton Airport
Councillors will stand expansion plans near London Luton Airport, which could see the number of passengers almost double by 2040.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 21:33:48 +0100
Who is Andi Oliver on BBC's Great British Menu?
Who is Andi Oliver from BBC's Great British Menu? Here's everything you need to know about the presenter and chef.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 20:57:00 +0100
First look at Cath Kidston's new Matilda collection
Cath Kidston now has a release date for its Matilda collection

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 18:56:00 +0100
Aldi, Lay-Z-Spa, Homebase, The Range and B&Q: Hot tubs to spruce up your garden in summer
Garden trends are ever changing, from egg chairs to rattan furniture, but one thing that remains the ultimate garden luxury is of course a hot tub.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 14:56:00 +0100
Bridgerton series two: Stradivarius releases stunning collection as Netflix show returns
Are you feeling a little Whistle-down now that you've binge-watched series two of Bridgerton? Let Stradivarius cheer you up.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 14:01:18 +0100
Tottenham's nearest IKEA store after closure announcement
Find out where the closest IKEA store is to Tottenham.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 10:45:56 +0100
Wordle 284 March 30: Wordle word hints and today's answer
Get hints and answer for March 30 Wordle answer.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:44:16 +0100
Paul Herman: Tributes to The Sopranos, The Irishman and Goodfellas star
The Sopranos star Paul Herman has died on his birthday at the age of 76.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:55:32 +0100
Ocado launches Disney-inspired meals with Giovanna Fletcher
Ocado has launched a new range of Disney-inspired meals with mum and author Giovanna Fletcher.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 10:44:49 +0100
Recap after power cut in Garston and Bricket Wood
UK Power Networks is aware of a power cut.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 17:00:00 +0100
Chiswell Green affordable housing scheme decision delayed
A decision on whether to approve plans for an affordable housing development built "exclusively" for key workers has been delayed.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 15:30:21 +0100
UK weather: Met Office issues snow warning across the UK for TOMORROW
Earlier this week, a Met Office forecaster predicted Brits could see “most seasons” within the space of a few days.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 15:27:43 +0100
Watford readers react to idea of halving school summer holidays
Local parents and teachers have opposed the idea of reducing summer holidays from six to three weeks, as the option is being toyed with elsewhere in the UK.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 14:15:00 +0100
Fraudster guilty of selling fake iPhones in Watford
A fraudster has been found guilty of trying to sell fake iPhones in Watford for hundreds of pounds.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 14:04:58 +0100
Wordle 283 March 29: Wordle word hints and today's answer
Hints and answer for today's Wordle.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Pictures: Memories of how life was in Watford area in 1990
We have again dipped into the Watford Observer’s online archive and here are ten more pictures for you to enjoy that were captured by our photographers in 1990.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 09:05:00 +0100
Food hygiene: The most recent ratings at places in Watford
Just one place scored badly after a food hygiene inspection over the past month.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Neighbourhood receives more electric vehicle charging points
More electric vehicle (EV) chargers have been installed in Watford to give easier access and encourage more people to go electric.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 08:30:00 +0100
Land at former Meriden primary school set to be 'disposed' of
Derelict land formerly used as a primary school looks set to be sold off by the county council.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Friars Mead care home worker celebrates 20 year milestone
A care home held a celebration for one of its employees marking two decades of service.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Ofsted: Watford primary school inspection results this year
It’s always reassuring to know your children are in good hands, so how well have local scores performed in recent inspections?

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 15:27:03 +0100
Highway Code: New rule could see car 'passengers' hit with £1,000 fine
Just one exception has been listed as an excuse to be using your phone while driving as part of the Highway Code rule change.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 11:00:00 +0100
Bid to get 'village green' status for South Oxhey Playing Fields
As the chair of Watford Rural Parish Council I was most surprised to see a political leaflet circulating from the Liberal Democrats in Oxhey Hall and Hayling telling residents that they have “further progressed” an application to secure ‘villag...

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 21:09:41 +0100
Foo Fighters cancel tour after death of Taylor Hawkins including three UK dates
Foo Fighters have cancelled the remaining shows of their tour after the “staggering loss” of drummer Taylor Hawkins.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 20:39:52 +0100
'UK Disneyland' plans due to open in London in 2025 withdrawn
London Resort - the company behind the project - confirmed the news on Tuesday.



home