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Wed, 11 May 2022 09:50:08 +0100
Live A406 traffic updates as Brent Cross crash causes delays on M1
A serious collision on the A406 at Brent Cross is causing severe delays on the M1 and surrounding roads.

Wed, 11 May 2022 07:19:49 +0100
A406 North Circular flyover in Brent Cross shut causing traffic delays
A crash has shut a section of the North Circular this morning causing major traffic disruption.

Wed, 11 May 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Roof safety concerns at St John’s’ Catholic Primary School
A temporary building will be set up at a school after a structural survey found the roof was unsafe.

Wed, 11 May 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Three Watford train fare dodgers slapped with huge fines
Three people who dodged paying train fares were fined hundreds of pounds in April.

Wed, 11 May 2022 10:00:00 +0100
St Albans Road widening led to more Watford traffic misery
Every picture has a story to tell and the picture of one of Watford’s first police stations the Watford Observer drew our attention to is a classic example.

Wed, 11 May 2022 08:20:37 +0100
New PS5 stock at Amazon today - how to buy one
This is how you can get your hands on a PS5 from Amazon today

Wed, 11 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Emma Bridgewater's perfect mugs celebrating Platinum Jubilee
The iconic pottery company, Emma Bridgewater, has great Platinum Jubilee products to remember the occasion.

Tue, 10 May 2022 19:00:00 +0100
'Urgent action' needed in Bushey to tackle 'dangerous' parking
A head teacher has warned “decisive” action is needed after more concerns were raised about “extremely dangerous” parking near a school.

Tue, 10 May 2022 16:21:11 +0100
Potters Bar rail crash: Service pays respects 20 years on
Today marks 20 years since seven people died in the tragic Potters Bar rail crash.

Tue, 10 May 2022 16:33:00 +0100
Boy seriously injured in 'assault' at Reach Free School
A boy is said to have been taken to hospital with serious injuries after an alleged assault by another pupil at school.

Tue, 10 May 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Memories of Watford versus Manchester United in FA Cup in 1969
It was the biggest game in Watford’s history to date; the night when a club record attendance crammed into Vicarage Road to see if a Division Three side could stun European champions Manchester United and a team containing Best, Charlton, Stiles an...

Tue, 10 May 2022 14:54:56 +0100
Bovingdon treasure hunter gifts finds to Facebook followers
A man from Bovingdon has said he “loves” to give his treasure hunt finds to his Facebook fans.

Tue, 10 May 2022 06:34:00 +0100
Police to fine drivers after Watford man stands in bus lane
Police have said they will stop vehicles passing through a bus lane in Watford, after a resident took the law into his own hands by standing in it.

Tue, 10 May 2022 15:00:20 +0100
Watford Platinum Jubilee display at Masquerade Fancy Dress
A Watford fancy dress shop has brought the Queen to town through a new display in-store celebrating the Platinum Jubilee.

Tue, 10 May 2022 13:35:00 +0100
St Albans Road development - developer wants 53 more homes
The number of homes being built at Watford’s biggest redevelopment site looks likely be increased.

Tue, 10 May 2022 12:52:35 +0100
Drug dealer in gang that used encryted chat app Encrochat
The nineteenth member of a local drug ring has been jailed.

Tue, 10 May 2022 07:01:00 +0100
Windows of Abbots Langley house smashed with rocks
The windows of a home were smashed and a brick was thrown at a car windscreen.

Tue, 10 May 2022 11:31:00 +0100
Driver stabbed with key at Cassiobury Park car park
A man was stabbed in the back of the neck with a car key during an assault at Cassiobury Park car park.

Tue, 10 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Ashfields in Leavesden still shut after Affinity Water work
Roadworks that have caused bus diversions for a week seem to be over - but barriers and cones were still in place last night.

Tue, 10 May 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Plans afoot for annual Watford Carnival
There are plans for an exciting annual carnival that is hoped to “put Watford on the tourism map”.

Tue, 10 May 2022 06:43:00 +0100
The Gate pub in Bricket Wood wins two awards
A pub that has had raving reviews after recently reopening has been awarded.

Tue, 10 May 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Watford Junction to Euston train services to be cut
Rail travellers will soon have fewer weekday peak time services between Watford Junction and London Euston.

Tue, 10 May 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Concern at High Court judgement allowing MPs to use own phones and Whatsapp
The Government was taken to the High Court over the matter of MPs and Ministers using their own phones and Whatsapp accounts for conducting government business. Although this is against the Parliamentary and Ministerial code of conduct, the practice ...

Tue, 10 May 2022 15:46:48 +0100
BBC Breakfast presenter applications are open - Are you the next Dan Walker?
BBC Breakfast is looking for a new chief presenter - here's how you could become the next Dan Walker or Naga Munchetty.

Tue, 10 May 2022 15:25:25 +0100
Sophie Ellis-Bextor reveals why she turned down Eurovision judging role
Did you know that Sophie Ellis-Bextor could have been a judge on Eurovision? Here's why she turned it down.

Tue, 10 May 2022 12:52:00 +0100
Concerned Dan Walker issues message of warning to followers
One of the nation’s favourite TV hosts, Dan Walker, has issued a stark warning to his social media followers after fake accounts pretending to be him approached fans online.

Tue, 10 May 2022 12:04:04 +0100
Who writes the Queen's speech? Prince Charles takes over as Queen battles mobility issues
In the Queen’s absence, Charles took on the head of state’s major constitutional duty.

Tue, 10 May 2022 06:58:18 +0100
Second Avatar movie trailer has been released after 12 year wait – watch it here
It has been more than 12 years since the first film was released.

Tue, 10 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
easyJet launches recruitment drive encouraging girls to become pilots in a Top Gun twist
easyJet has launched a new recruitment campaign to encourage girls to become pilots, turning Top Gun on its head.

Mon, 09 May 2022 11:16:50 +0100
M25 updates as fire causes delays near Maple Cross - recap
A car on fire on the M25 has caused delays on A412 Denham Way, Maple Cross.

Mon, 09 May 2022 18:11:07 +0100
Croxley Green councillor hopes to stop building on green belt
The newly elected Croxley Green councillor wants to stop the green belt being built on.

Mon, 09 May 2022 16:52:03 +0100
Police officer David Carrick charged with further rape counts
A police officer accused of a string of sex attacks on women has been charged with a further three rapes against a 12th alleged victim.

Mon, 09 May 2022 17:00:53 +0100
Three Rivers District Council local election turnout error
A "careless" error by election officials lead to councillors being criticised over low turnout in the May 5 local elections.

Mon, 09 May 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Memories of life in Watford area in 1991 featuring carnival and Clements
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, 09 May 2022 15:02:49 +0100
Watford market will open on Sundays once a month from May
Watford Market will begin opening on Sundays with a series of speciality stall events over the summer.

Mon, 09 May 2022 11:01:29 +0100
Free self-defence classes for women in Abbots Langley
Women can take part in free self-defence classes in Abbots Langley.

Mon, 09 May 2022 10:22:08 +0100
Traffic jams in Croxley Green after burst water main
Emergency water works has been causing disruption this morning as a road is shut.

Mon, 09 May 2022 08:50:00 +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.

Mon, 09 May 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Racist and offensive graffiti daubed on Garston subway
Racist and offensive graffiti has been plastered over the walls of a subway.

Mon, 09 May 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Decision to sell off former Meriden School land challenged
Councillors are attempting to "block" a decision to sell land that was formerly home to a primary school.

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Best Wetherspoons in Watford according to Tripadvisor
Wetherspoons is known for its cheap drinks, sometimes questionable food and toilets that always seem to be hundreds of stairs away from your seat.

Mon, 09 May 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Demands for key West Herts Hospital Trust meeting to be postponed
With Helen Brown leaving West Herts Hospital Trust in June, it seems she and her colleagues are determined to make sure the trust’s plans are ‘set in stone’ before she departs, despite the promise from the trust of a “fresh eyes approach” t...

Mon, 09 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Case of divorce annulled after husband forged signature
In the recent case of Randhawa v Randhawa, Mr Randhawa was found to have forged his wife’s signature on the acknowledgement of service in 2010, meaning that for the last 12 years she was completely unaware that divorce proceedings had even started.

Mon, 09 May 2022 18:59:08 +0100
Ticketmaster launches sale on West End shows including Frozen- How to get tickets
From Frozen, Harry Potter, Jersy Boys, Matilda and so much more get deals on West End shows.

Mon, 09 May 2022 18:57:09 +0100
Queen's Platinum Jubilee: Get party ready with Lakeland's themed decorations
Here's a selection of items from Lakeland that'll help you host a Platinum Jubilee party to remember.

Mon, 09 May 2022 18:56:16 +0100
Get your vitamins delivered monthly with the Myvitamins beauty subscription box
The Myvitamins subscription box contains nutritional supplements for your hair, skin and nails.

Mon, 09 May 2022 18:48:23 +0100
Controlled explosion of suspicious vehicle near Parliament Square and Westminster Abbey
A controlled explosion has been carried out close to Westminster Abbey, police have confirmed.

Mon, 09 May 2022 18:32:38 +0100
The Queen pulls out of Parliament speech and passes duty to Prince Charles - what we know
It is just the third time the Queen has missed the occasion in her 70-year reign.

Mon, 09 May 2022 12:43:05 +0100
Fire Brigade issues urgent warning to UK households as fire sparks energy bill fears
The incident has sparked an urgent safety warning from the fire service.

Mon, 09 May 2022 03:00:00 +0100
The Queen's speech: Will the Queen attend and what will she say? What we know
A Palace spokesman confirmed the monarch, who has been experiencing mobility issues, is aiming to deliver her address at the national event.



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