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Thu, 28 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Watford weekend Met Office weather forecast
See what to expect from the weather this bank holiday weekend.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Ofsted: Bush-E-Babes Nursery requires improvement
A nursery was told it ‘requires improvement’ after inspectors took note of “disinterested” staff.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Food hygiene: All the Watford eateries rated up until April
Inspectors appeared impressed in a list of highly-rated eateries across Watford after recent visits.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 08:48:54 +0100
iPhone users warned over full list of phones that will no longer work or be obsolete
The iPhone has become the most popular mobile phone device in the world since its first release all the way back in 2007.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 08:38:32 +0100
Aldi and Lidl: What's in the middle aisles from Thursday April 28
Here's a selection of items you'll find in Aldi Specialbuys and Lidl's middle aisle from Thursday, April 28.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 08:37:11 +0100
National Superhero Day: BargainMax assembles top Marvel and DC Comics toys
National Superhero Day is a day where anyone and everyone can be a hero, so long as they have the right equipment. How to get yours from BargainMax.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 12:17:18 +0100
Delays on M25 after crash near Kings Langley & Watford - recap
There were delays on the M25 today after a crash near Kings Langley and Watford. Read our blog for a recap.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 13:00:00 +0100
Boxer Tyson Fury celebrates victory with family in Letchmore Heath
Boxer Tyson Fury celebrated his victory over the weekend by visiting a local pub and restaurant with family and friends.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 19:00:00 +0100
Rickmansworth School opens new Innovation & Design block
A new school block has opened offering children three new classrooms and 3D printing technology.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 17:42:00 +0100
Arriva buses avoiding Watford High Street stops because of bollards
A bus operator has been avoiding Watford High Street because its vehicles are getting 'trapped' by faulty bollards.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Memories of Watford playing Portsmouth and Millwall in two days
The Watford Observer has again teamed with its friends at the Watford Treasury to share stories from previous issues of YBR! - Yellow Black & Red!

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 13:51:23 +0100
Investigation launched after railway worker hit by train
An investigation has been launched after a railway worker was hit by a Met Line train.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 11:53:07 +0100
Bike stolen TWICE outside Watford McDonald's sparks warning
A teenager was left “angry and upset” after his bike was stolen twice in six months from the same rack outside McDonald’s.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 09:58:38 +0100
Man with cocaine and knuckle duster attacks police in Northwood
A motorist armed with a knuckle-duster and cocaine fled police and assaulted an officer.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 09:29:00 +0100
Noughts + Crosses: cast list and when is it on
The hit BBC show based on the Malorie Blackman returns for season 2.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 12:18:00 +0100
Housing target for Watford reduced by around 1,700 homes
Watford Borough Council has had some rare joy reducing its housing target set by the Government for the town.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 10:50:07 +0100
Man sentenced over indecent images of a child in Watford
A man has been given a Sexual Harm Prevention Order with numerous conditions after being caught with indecent images of a child.

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 11:57:00 +0100
Crane goes up ahead of major St Albans Road homes scheme
There is a notable new addition to Watford's skyline - a crane that will play a pivotal role in the construction of Watford's tallest ever building.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 17:00:00 +0100
Former Meriden School land moves step closer to being sold off
Land formerly used for a primary school looks likely to be redeveloped after the green light was given to sell if off.

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 16:50:00 +0100
Honest Burgers opens branch in Watford town centre
A new restaurant has officially opened its doors in Watford today.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Watford Observer set to host virtual mayoral hustings this evening
The Watford Observer is set to host a debate this evening with the three candidates vying to become Watford's mayor when voters go to the polls on May 5.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Pictures: Some of the spots where you'll see the 28 storey tower in Watford
A huge crane can be seen for miles - which means a development of tower blocks will also be visible once completed.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Locals say Warner Bros studios expansion will 'destroy' green belt
A proposal to expand the Warner Bros studios in Leavesden is being met with some resistance by locals.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 13:54:51 +0100
Ukraine Crisis Appeal raises more than £33,000 for Red Cross thanks to Newsquest readers
Newsquest's Ukraine Crisis Appeal has raised more than £33,000 thanks to the amazing generosity of our readers.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 13:10:30 +0100
Sir Cliff Richard to perform as part of Queen's Platinum Jubilee show
This will be the fourth Platinum Jubilee in which Sir Cliff has taken part in

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 12:34:16 +0100
Netflix's The Crown posts casting call for a young Kate Middleton
The streaming service is looking for someone with a strong physical resemblance to Kate.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 09:01:48 +0100
Madeleine McCann police issue update over suspect Christian B's 'alibi'
A statement issued last week by Portuguese authorities, declared Christian B as a formal suspect.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 08:31:46 +0100
New law raises minimum age for marriage to 18 in England and Wales
Those aged 16 or 17 could previously get married with parental consent

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0100
When Prince William, Harry and Kate opened Warner Bros studios
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry enjoyed a wizard time nine years ago today when they officially opened Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden.

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 17:30:00 +0100
Boy caught with knife at Falconer School in Bushey
A boy has appeared in court after he brought a knife into school.

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 14:50:00 +0100
London GAA tribute to referee who died after falling ill at match
Tributes have been paid to a referee who died over the weekend after falling ill while officiating a match in Watford.

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 12:49:11 +0100
Colin McKissock jailed over child sexual assaults in Watford
A serial paedophile who lived in Watford has been handed a lengthy jail sentence for a string of historical sex offences.

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Jurassic Encounter avoids answering on Watford outrage
No one seems to have taken responsibility of the Jurassic Encounter at Cassiobury Park after some visitors were left underwhelmed from dinosaurs missing teeth and limbs.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Centenary of Scammell Lorries to be celebrated in Watford
The centenary of a world-renowned firm from Watford’s industrial past will be marked on Sunday with a celebratory gathering of vehicles which will then embark on a special road run.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Proposed Oxhey flats 'out of keeping', say neighbours
Fourteen objections have been lodged after revised plans to redevelop a former care home were submitted.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 14:14:28 +0100
Get free tickets to the Women's FA Cup Final in Wembley Stadium
Holders of a Blue Light Card can grab free tickets to the match.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Trust criticised over involving public in West Herts hospital decision
The West Herts Trust appear to be confused and anxious about involving the public in the decision-making over a new hospital for West Hertfordshire. The arrangements for meetings about a key decision on the ‘preferred option’ for acute redevelopm...

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 14:50:00 +0100
Merlin Annual Pass launches sale on trips to Alton Towers, Thorpe Park, Legoland and more
Merlin Entertainments has launched the ‘Year of EPIC’ sale to help families secure a year of fun activities with the Merlin Annual Pass.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 13:18:01 +0100
Tim Westwood - BBC Radio 1 DJ accused of sexual misconduct
Westwood has been accused of several incidents between 1992 and 2017

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 07:31:21 +0100
Morrisons launches its biggest ever price cutting campaign
Individual items like coffee and nappies are included within the cuts.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Marks and Spencer launches Queen's Platinum Jubilee collection fit for a royal celebration
From candles to even biscuit tins M&S has it all.

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 09:10:27 +0100
Live updates: A405 shut between M25 and M1 in Bricket Wood
There has been a serious collision.

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Pictures: Memories of how life was in Watford area in 1991
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 1991.

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 14:00:00 +0100
Bluebells forest usually private near Chorleywood opened
Hundreds of visitors were left awestruck after a private ancient bluebells forest near Chorleywood was opened for the weekend.

Sun, 24 Apr 2022 11:00:00 +0100
When troops were pictured outside Spread Eagle pub in Watford
Such a scene seems unthinkable now but this picture of troops on horseback was taken outside a Watford pub that hosted some impressive-sounding events in the period this photo was captured.

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 10:33:00 +0100
A405 shut in Bricket Wood due to serious crash
A dual carriageway is closed this morning following a serious collision involving a motorcyclist.

Sun, 24 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Watford BID say losing Pryzm nightclub would be 'devastating'
The boss of an organisation that exists to protect and improve Watford's town centre's economy is "deeply concerned" about the potential loss of a nightclub.

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Man jailed after carrying knife in Watford parade
A man who was caught carrying a knife in Watford town centre has been jailed.

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Employers advised to review Covid data collection practices
The Information Commissioners’s Office (ICO) has published guidance highlighting specific issues organisations and employers should consider in light of the relaxation of the Government’s Covid-19 policy.

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 05:01:00 +0100
Best LED mirrors to recreate Molly-Mae's £8000 mirror from Wayfair, MADE and more
You don't need to fork out over £8,000 for Molly-Mae's 'dream mirror', get your own LED mirror for less from MADE, Wayfair and more.



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