A housing development is among the planning applications validated by Watford, Three Rivers and Dacorum councils in the week beginning April 25.

Hi there, my name’s Hoppity and I’m a sweet one-year-old boy. I was sadly dumped in a box at the National Animal Welfare Trust with my friends three weeks ago but, luckily, was found by a member of staff.

The house is built on the grounds of Russell's House.

Her daughters Ashley and Wynonna confirmed the news in a statement.

From what time does it start and how to watch, we have everything you need to know about the biggest night in fashion.

When young, entertainment was limited. It was never an issue however as we knew no alternative. Days would be spent on a home-made go cart, complete with pre-requisite pram wheels, a length of wood in place of a brake and a rope steering handle which...

Detectives are investigating two separate stabbings in Hertfordshire towns that occurred within 24 hours of each other.

A buzz is in the air as the St Albans Vegan Market is set to return this Sunday after last year’s success.

A man has been found guilty of illegally selling gold jewellery containing hair from African elephants.

The Watford Observer is delighted to team up with Three Rivers Museum for a series that will remind readers of some of the people who, often now forgotten, made an impact on how their neighbours lived and worked. The next in the series is innkeeper a...

Traffic in Watford could be even busier than usual today with a large number of people expected in the town.

Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace a teenage boy who has gone missing.

The benefits of the great outdoors have been brought to the forefront over the last two years.

Many Watford people will be glad to see Liberal Democrat councillors n.

From steam trains to an aircraft belonging to one of the most popular singers of all-time - and a guest appearance by a famous comedian - our talented photographers have already captured a wonderful range of pictures to star their new challenge.

The Swedish group's pop classic Waterloo came in second place to a song from the Netherlands

Don't get caught out by the bank holiday weekend and see the supermarkets opening hours.

Parking prices have been hiked at Watford General Hospital's new car park, which will open to the public tomorrow (April 29).

The manager of a nursery that was told it ‘requires improvement’ has hit back at an “overtly negative” Ofsted inspector.

A teenager from Garston, Watford, said it is “crazy” to have won a bronze medal at the Cheerleading World Championships.

A developer has been branded "greedy" after submitting revised plans to build a larger tower block in Watford.

Customers were quickly evacuated to safety after a “big puff” of smoke began to fill up a Tesco store.

Conservative MP Neil Parish has been revealed as the MP accused of watching pornography in the House of Commons.

One of Watford’s top-rated fish and chip shops fears potential price hikes caused by the war in Ukraine could turn customers away.

A woman was punched in the head after a fight broke out within a group.

A stunning world title victory for Anthony Joshua, another huge blow to the Met Line extension plans, a denial of claims that Watford FC may be sold and an award for the town’s nightlife were among the stories making the headlines in the Watford Ob...

A Watford man has been sentenced for having a samurai sword at his home and being in possession of cocaine.

Jason Walker is warning holiday goers to read the fine print of their all-inclusive holiday packages after a rule change.

Carters Steam Fair have announced that this tour will be their last.

More than a thousand pounds worth of power tools have been stolen from a builders' merchant.

Political rivals clashed over who is responsible for tower blocks that have sprung up or been approved in Watford in recent years.

Motorists may find their journeys disrupted due to planned road closures across our area for roadworks.

Inspectors appeared impressed in a list of highly-rated eateries across Watford after recent visits.

A bus operator has been avoiding Watford High Street because its vehicles are getting 'trapped' by faulty bollards.

Stevens Fun Fair will not come to Watford this year unless it can open in Cassiobury Park after organisers deemed other sites unsuitable.

A person has died after being hit train yesterday (April 28).

Three-time Wimbledon champion Boris Becker has been jailed for two and a half years for hiding £2.5 million worth of assets and loans to avoid paying his debts.

Corden said the decision had been “really hard” but he was “immensely proud” of the programme, which he has hosted since March 2015.

The new sitcom has a stellar cast including Gavin and Staceys Alison Steadman.

Here's a selection of Downton Abbey inspired experiences from Buyagift.

In celebration of National Pet Month this April, we invite you to send us your pets best pose.

The efforts of a Watford-based charity have been hailed as “a brilliant example of the kindness and generosity displayed up and down the country” by a government minister.

Trains are being cancelled at Watford Junction after a person was hit by a train.

Children demonstrated “high levels of independence” and “great confidence” in a recent visit by Ofsted inspectors.

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.

A campaigner who almost got hit a couple of times while crossing a “dangerous” junction has warned more pedestrians could be injured if the lack of awareness of the Highway Code continues.

The iPhone has become the most popular mobile phone device in the world since its first release all the way back in 2007.

See what to expect from the weather this bank holiday weekend.

Boxer Tyson Fury celebrated his victory over the weekend by visiting a local pub and restaurant with family and friends.

A nursery was told it ‘requires improvement’ after inspectors took note of “disinterested” staff.