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Watford Observer

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 08:29:00 +0100
Boris Johnson 'delights' charity Watford Workshop with visit
Boris Johnson stopped by at a Watford charity to have a tea and see how the group helps adults with disabilities.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 08:23:00 +0100
HMV set to return to Watford this year
HMV will return to Watford nearly three years after it closed its doors.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 08:08:00 +0100
Tim Hortons tight-lipped about Watford restaurant opening date
Tim Hortons is being tight-lipped about when customers will be able to tuck into its famed coffee, doughnuts, and sandwiches in Watford.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Defibrillator installed on café wall in Bushey park
A defibirriator has been installed in a park in Bushey.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Attempted burglary in Rickmansworth sparks CCTV appeal
Several images have been released after a gang caused “extensive damage” trying to break into a Rickmansworth property.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Woodmere Avenue: Watch as people try and push crashed car
A group of people tried to flip a car back onto four wheels after a major crash at a width restriction in Watford.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Tree falls in Watford blocking London Overground railway
A tree has fallen in Watford blocking a railway line.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 07:59:00 +0100
Staff on salaries over £100k at Watford and Hertfordshire councils
Twenty-five employees at our local councils got annual salaries of at least £100k during the pandemic, latest figures show.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 07:58:00 +0100
Police appeal after fraud incident at Rickmansworth pharmacy
Police investigating a fraud in Rickmansworth have released images of a man they would like to identify and speak to as part of their enquiries.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 07:55:00 +0100
Watford Grammar students reach finals of maths competition
Students at Watford Grammar School for Boys have reached the finals of an international maths competition.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0100
South Oxhey woman steals BaByliss straighteners from home
A woman snuck into a residential home in South Oxhey before stealing hair straighteners and clothes worth £315.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Bid for speed camera on A405 in Woodside suffers setback
Campaigners have not given up hope of having a speed camera installed on a dual carriageway that has been likened to a "race track".

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 08:26:01 +0100
ITV Loose Women star Brenda Edwards issues inspiring statement over death of son Jamal
SBTV founder Jamal Edwards died in February at the age of 31.

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Memories of closure of Odeon cinema in Watford High Street
The Watford Observer is again delighted to be teaming up with its friends at Watford Museum to take another journey back to the past to recall the key events and dates that helped shape the town’s future.

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 14:40:00 +0100
Best in Beauty Radlett salon wins at GLammies
A stylist says it is a "dream come true" after she won a national hairdressing award

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 14:32:53 +0100
Aldi Easter Eggs 2022: I tried the new range but which ones are worth buying?
As a self-confessed chocaholic, Aldi's new Easter egg range for 2022 had a lot to live up to.

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 14:02:34 +0100
Ukraine campaign nears £30,000 mark - how to help and where the money goes
Earlier this month, Newsquest titles across the UK donated 5p from newspaper sales across the country to the Red Cross DEC Ukraine Humanitarian appeal

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 13:30:00 +0100
Director of CryoAction used by Watford was unfairly dismissed
The director of a cryotherapy firm that treats Watford players was told he was unfairly dismissed after a cryo-chamber leaked dangerous gasses.

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 12:41:00 +0100
Matthew Coats appointed new chief exec of West Hertfordshire hospitals
The new chief executive for three hospitals in west Hertfordshire has been confirmed.

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 11:00:58 +0100
Met Office weather warning for wind in Hertfordshire, London and Essex
The wind is expected to cause delay to traffic and travel.

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Food hygiene: Why Standard Tandoori Restaurant scored 0/5
There are indications that progress is being made after a restaurant scored 0/5 and had 22 areas of concern highlighted by food hygiene inspectors.

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Customers upset at Jurassic Encounter Cassiobury Park
Many people said they were left “disappointed” with the dinosaur display at Cassiobury Park after spotting toothless creatures.

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Police investigating distraction theft at McDonald's in Apsley
Police have issued a CCTV image as part of enquiries into a theft at a McDonald's.

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Looking back at pubs we have lost in Watford and South Oxhey
Our local pubs tend to have a fond place in our hearts, as they can be fantastic spots to gather as a community.

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
250 sign petition opposing bus route changes in Watford and Hemel areas
Around 250 people have backed a petition that accuses planned changes to bus routes from later this month as being "totally unfair".

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Vodafone launches 5G network in Watford and Rickmansworth
People living in Watford and Rickmansworth can now enjoy improved mobile connectivity after a provider switched on its 5G network in the area.

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Full list of mayor and council candidates at Watford 2022 election
The full list of candidates standing for election in Watford next month have been revealed.

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Tragic and hard life of family that lived in a Watford yard
I was interested to see the photograph of Chapmans Yard, as part of your series of items from the Watford Museum archives, as a branch of my family lived there in the 1920s.

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 19:31:00 +0100
What are the most successful products from Dragons Den?
From self-tanning products to bbq sauce, see what items have had the most success following their Dragons Dens debut.

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 16:30:00 +0100
World Health Day: Discounts from Superdrug, LuluLemon and more
There are a number of great offers for World Health Day 2022 to give you a boost

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 14:29:56 +0100
Hot tubs and food mixers: What's in the Aldi and Lidl middle aisles on Thursday April 7
The middle aisle is far too tempting and we can’t be blamed for bowing to the various temptations.

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 14:01:53 +0100
Grow your business with free local marketing webinars
The one-hour session will provide practical advice for local businesses on setting goals for local marketing.

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Eurovision Song Contest 2022: How to get tickets
Find out everything you need to know on how to get tickets for Eurovision.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 16:15:00 +0100
Sajid Javid quizzed on Watford hospital plans during Hertfordshire visit
Health Secretary Sajid Javid says "no final decision" has been made on plans to rebuild Watford General Hospital, following a meeting with campaigners earlier this year.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 14:25:00 +0100
Memories of Busted visiting Harlequin Centre in Watford
Pop punk fever hit Watford 19 years ago this month when one of the biggest acts of the early noughties came to town.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 11:01:25 +0100
Get paid £1,500 to watch Netflix as boohoo's new tracksuit tester
You will be asked to test out five boohooMAN tracksuits during activities including watching Netflix, playing video games and napping.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 09:56:19 +0100
Appeal after man 'punched to ground' in M25 South Mimms fight
Three men were allegedly involved in a fight as the M25 was shut earlier this week.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 08:10:00 +0100
Aldenham Reservoir: Footpath to stay open for good after agreement
A reservoir path will stay open to the public after a legal agreement was reached between the reservoir's private owners and Hertfordshire County Council.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 08:03:00 +0100
Man arrested after serious M25 'assault' near South Mimms
A motorist sustained life-changing injuries before a man was arrested after an alleged attack on the M25 yesterday (Monday).

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Ukraine collection volunteers find new home in Watford
Volunteers who feared they would have to stop their work supporting people affected by the war in Ukraine have found a new home.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
New merged Next store opens at Atria Watford extension
Take an inside look at the department-style Next store at Atria Watford.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 07:56:00 +0100
Harry Potter Warner Bros. Studio Tour offering afternoon tea - how to book
Warner Bros. Harry Potter Studio Tour is offering an afternoon tea experience - here's how to book.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 07:55:00 +0100
Planned motorway closures on M1, M25 near Watford for 11 months
MOTORISTS using the motorway network near Watford and surrounding areas are set to have their journeys disrupted due to a package of overnight closures that could last for almost a year.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Man denies stealing 24 Red Bull drinks from Watford Tesco
A man has denied multiple theft charges after allegedly stealing Red Bulls, chocolate bars and coffee jars from Watford stores.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Watford hospital redevelopment costs hit 'jaw-dropping' sum
Further to Helen Brown’s, deputy CEO of WHHT, response to Graham Cartmell’s excellent letter from the previous week.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 17:56:00 +0100
Aldi sells dupe of KitchenAid mixer ideal for baking Easter treats - how to buy
Whether you’re a keen baker or just starting out, Aldi’s stand mixer could make a great purchase for your kitchen.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 13:55:00 +0100
Myprotein, lululemon and more: Practical items for all runners
If you want to improve your runs here are some products that will help make those runs easier, rain or shine.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 10:06:10 +0100
Ed Sheeran wins copyright battle over 'Shape Of You'
Ed Sheeran has won a High Court battle over whether his 2017 hit Shape of You copied another artist’s song.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 09:37:48 +0100
National Television Awards 2022: when it's on, who is hosting and where the new venue is
The National Television Awards has previously been hosted at London's O2 Arena

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 08:57:16 +0100
Save more than £300 on BT TV and Broadband with Easter deal
The BT deal includes a Netflix subscription, as well as a NOW Entertainment membership



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