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Sun, 08 May 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Planning applications in Watford, Three Rivers and Dacorum
Proposals for a new 3G football pitch available for community use were among the planning applications validated by Watford, Three Rivers and Dacorum councils in the week beginning May 2.

Sun, 08 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Energetic Lurcher seeks forever home, from Watford pet rescue centre
Hello there, my name’s Morris and I’m an affectionate, energetic one-year-old Lurcher. I came to the National Animal Welfare Trust when my previous owners couldn’t look after me and am desperate to find a new home I can call my own.

Sun, 08 May 2022 07:39:00 +0100
Aldi and Lidl: What's in the middle aisles from Sunday May 8
The middle aisle of both Aldi and Lidl are popular with shoppers keen to find a bargain on anything from gardening tools to clothing.

Sat, 07 May 2022 15:36:00 +0100
LEGOLAND Windsor opens new Mythica Magical Forest and it's what dreams are made of
LEGOLAND's Mythica Magical Forest brings to life all the weird and wonderful LEGO creatures.

Sat, 07 May 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Cassiobury Park splash park to shut for three days in May
The paddling pool at Cassiobury Park in Watford is to be closed for three days later this month for "essential maintenance".

Sat, 07 May 2022 15:41:31 +0100
Monkeypox case is confirmed in England, UKHSA say
The individual is said to have contracted the infection in Nigeria

Sat, 07 May 2022 11:55:00 +0100
Overrunning roadworks at Bushey junction near Costco completed
Roadworks that have been causing 'havoc' for drivers for five weeks have been completed - a week later than planned.

Sat, 07 May 2022 11:00:00 +0100
Further memories of shopping in the past in Oxhey Village
Following the publication of her second article two weeks ago, Lesley Dunlop concludes her recollections of shopping in Oxhey Village.

Sat, 07 May 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Search as parcel stolen from Bushey block of flats
An appeal has been launched after a parcel was stolen from a block of flats.

Sat, 07 May 2022 09:39:26 +0100
Police looking for missing Hemel man with links to Croxley Green
Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace a man who is missing from his home.

Sat, 07 May 2022 09:30:00 +0100
Netflix users across the UK issued warning over hidden £16 charge
Customers claim they were unknowingly charged more by the streaming giant with users complaining over a £15.99 charge.

Fri, 06 May 2022 11:25:54 +0100
Watford solicitor jailed after stealing £340k from elderly woman
A crooked solicitor who stole hundreds of thousands of pounds from an elderly client with dementia has been jailed.

Fri, 06 May 2022 13:06:39 +0100
Herts buildings on Historic England Heritage at Risk Register
Some historic heritage buildings in the local area could be at risk of being lost forever.

Fri, 06 May 2022 11:45:10 +0100
Peter Taylor re-elected as Watford mayor for Lib Dems
Liberal Democrat candidate Peter Taylor has been re-elected as the mayor of Watford.

Sat, 07 May 2022 09:00:00 +0100
'Disappointment' after students' art in Garston defaced
Artwork by students in a subway in Garston has been defaced leaving a local councillor "really disappointed".

Sat, 07 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Monster Jam is coming to London: How to get tickets
The infamous monster truck show is heading to London for the first time ever and you can get tickets.

Sat, 07 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Fuel prices in Watford, two months since invasion of Ukraine
Unleaded and diesel fuel prices have increased in Watford since we last reported on the price hike.

Sat, 07 May 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Pictures: Police car captured undercover on the M1 motorway
The police often go undercover to help solve crimes, but sometimes it's their cars that are captured undercover as the latest selection of pictures from our talented photographers show.

Sat, 07 May 2022 18:00:00 +0100
I helped save the greenbelt - no thanks to politicians
Victory is generally an anti-climax. As I sat in bed contemplating sleep on a recent Wednesday night, I reverted to type and checked my phone for the thousandth time that evening.

Sat, 07 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Leggatts man enforcing bus lane is wrong target for police
Many of us were brought up to believe that if things start to go wrong, the best thing to do is find a policeman.

Sat, 07 May 2022 19:37:00 +0100
The most iconic celeb dresses from Diana's revenge dress to Beyonce's Lemonade dress
What are the most iconic celeb dresses of the past 30 years? Nasty Gal has the answers for you.

Sat, 07 May 2022 11:37:00 +0100
Father's Day 2022: Buyagift reveals top experiences to treat your Dad from golf to skydiving
Father's Day is closer than you think...treat him to a memory he'll treasure with one of Buyagift's top experiences.

Sat, 07 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Moulin Rouge windmill is opening its doors for the first time - How to book with Airbnb
Airbnb has just added a new listing and it's the only and only the legendary Parisian landmark - the Moulin Rouge! Take a peek inside.

Sat, 07 May 2022 00:00:00 +0100
Universal Credit, Tesco and Sky: 6 major money changes that could affect you in May
This Month, Brits can expect some huge financial changes and deadlines affecting affecting everyday life as the cost-of-living crisis deepens.

Fri, 06 May 2022 09:04:21 +0100
Live updates as 2022 Watford mayor and council election results announced
Council elections have taken place in Watford and Three Rivers.

Fri, 06 May 2022 17:25:00 +0100
Political reaction after 2022 council and mayor election Watford
There are different emotions across the political parties in Watford after the results of the 2022 council elections were announced.

Fri, 06 May 2022 16:55:44 +0100
McColl’s could shut 1,100 shops as it goes into administration
Convenience chain McColl’s has confirmed it will go into administration, putting 1,100 shops and 16,000 workers at risk.

Fri, 06 May 2022 14:00:28 +0100
Keir Starmer under Durham police investigation amid 'significant new information'
Starmer has strongly criticised Prime Minister Boris Johnson over ‘Partygate’.

Fri, 06 May 2022 16:10:00 +0100
Council 2022 elections: Lib Dems stay in control in Watford
The Liberal Democrats have retained comfortable control of Watford Borough Council after voters went to the polls for the 2022 council elections.

Fri, 06 May 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Memories of Elton John dedicating Watford park bench to Graham Taylor
A park bench dedicated to the memory of Watford’s greatest ever manager, a soggy scene caused by a burst water main, a visit by TV archaeologists to a school and a historic cup donated to a charity shop were among the stories making our headlines f...

Fri, 06 May 2022 14:47:10 +0100
Spate of distraction thefts in Watford, Borehamwood and St Albans
At least six people were distracted and had cash stolen in Hertfordshire within recent weeks.

Fri, 06 May 2022 06:53:46 +0100
Local Elections 2022: Conservatives suffer losses on English councils
Conservatives lost seats on many councils, as voters helped Labour and the Liberal Democrats gain holds in new areas.

Thu, 05 May 2022 11:47:00 +0100
Man stands in bus lane blocking cars near A41 roundabout
Police reportedly threatened to arrest a Watford man after he repeatedly stood in the middle of a bus lane to block motorists from using it.

Thu, 05 May 2022 14:47:19 +0100
Police searching for missing 14-year-old boy in Watford
There is concern for a missing 14-year-old boy who has not turned up to school.

Thu, 05 May 2022 11:00:00 +0100
Do you live next door to a sex offender? Here's how to check
Sarah's Law means that we are now able to check if any sex offenders live near us. Here's how:

Fri, 06 May 2022 08:40:04 +0100
Man arrested after assaults outside Slug & Lettuce Watford
A man has been arrested after two people were allegedly attacked outside a Watford pub.

Wed, 04 May 2022 15:22:20 +0100
Police warning after two attempted burglaries in Watford
Police have warned residents to be vigilant after two attempted burglaries yesterday (May 3).

Fri, 06 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Planned road closures in Watford and Rickmansworth area for roadworks
Drivers may face some disruption due to the planned temporary closure of several roads in Watford and the Rickmansworth area for roadworks.

Fri, 06 May 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Abbots Langley woman banned from visiting property for five years
A woman from Abbots Langley could be sent to prison if she defies a court order and visits a property she has been banned from going to.

Fri, 06 May 2022 06:15:00 +0100
Watford and Three Rivers 2022 council election full results
Today, we will find out which of the political candidates have successfully won seats in Watford and Three Rivers.

Fri, 06 May 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Baba Chai truck opening up in Watford
A colourful truck serving traditional Asian teas is coming to Watford.

Fri, 06 May 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Weather forecast for Watford this weekend
Check the weather forecast for this weekend before heading out to Watford.

Fri, 06 May 2022 18:48:00 +0100
Loveholidays makes the ultimate 2022 travel bucket list - Plan your next holiday
The ultimate travel bucket list that you can check off in 2022.

Fri, 06 May 2022 16:47:00 +0100
Primrose predicts 10 garden features we want for summer from fire pits to garden pubs
Primrose has uncovered the garden features that everyone wants for summer and

Fri, 06 May 2022 13:47:00 +0100
Stacey Solomon transformed Pickle Cottage with Frenchic, here's how you can too
Frenchic Paint has launched 35 more wall paint shades with a view to having 150 shades in total.

Fri, 06 May 2022 10:05:28 +0100
Interrail release 50 per cent off monthly passes for European train travel
The discount is applied to one, two or three month passes that can be used at any time in the next 11 months.

Fri, 06 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
BBC EastEnders and Strictly winner Rose Ayling-Ellis to sign CBeebies bedtime story
The actress and singer will become the first celebrity to sign a CBeebies bedtime story.

Thu, 05 May 2022 19:25:00 +0100
Town centre digital advertising board allowed after council overruled
An advertising board will be digitalised after a refusal decision by the council was overturned.

Thu, 05 May 2022 17:31:40 +0100
Watford man carrying knuckle duster in public punished
A man has been sentenced after carrying a knuckle duster in public.

Thu, 05 May 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Water fountain erected in place of a water pump in Watford
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.



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