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Watford Observer

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 16:55:00 +0100
Armed police search Whippendell Wood after knifepoint robbery
Two people who robbed a jogger at knifepoint today are being hunted by police.

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 17:26:00 +0100
Elton John fans find Range Rover tyre 'sabotaged' after concert
Elton John fans found their Range Rover tyre deliberately deflated after leaving the gig.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Watford unveil plans to install solar panels at training ground
Watford Football Club has submitted plans to install more than 250 solar panels at its training ground.

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Review: Elton John's Farewell Yellow Brick Road Watford concert
Vicarage Road has been a miserable place for Watford fans over the past 12 months. Apart from the early optimism provided by last season’s opening-day win over Aston Villa and the victory over a shambolic Manchester United, Hornets supporters had t...

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100
ULEZ Expansion: See the full proposed expansion map
The expansion means that drivers in London will have to pay when driving in the Ultra-Low Emission Zone.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100
E-scooter gifted by Anthony Joshua to autistic teen is stolen
An autistic teenager has been left agitated after his e-scooter, which was gifted by Anthony Joshua, was stolen.

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Daughter dons late mum’s classic Watford jumper at Elton John concert
There were some amazing costumes on view at Vicarage Road for the two concerts by Sir Elton John – and they didn’t all belong to the Rocketman.

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 17:28:35 +0100
M25 traffic summary after vehicle overturned near Potters Bar
A vehicle has overturned on the M25 anticlockwise near Potters Bar, junction 24

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 20:17:15 +0100
Rishi Sunak and Sajid Javid resign
Rishi Sunak has quit as chancellor and Sajid Javid has resigned as health secretary as Boris Johnson’s leadership faced a fresh crisis.

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 16:52:00 +0100
St Peter's Street in St Albans closed by police due to crash
A city centre street has been shut due to a serious crash.

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 16:05:00 +0100
Warning over 'Gentleminions' TikTok trend linked to Minions: The Rise of Gru
Moviegoers have been warned they may be asked to leave after “despicable” teenage moviegoers cause carnage as part of a viral trend.

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 15:45:00 +0100
Watford Council rapped over handling of noise complaints
A council has apologised to one of its residents after it was found to have failed to address complaints about noise and antisocial behaviour properly.

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 13:56:00 +0100
BBC Radio 1 DJ Chris Stark to join Capital breakfast
Watford-born radio star Chris Stark will join Capital breakfast in the autumn, media company Global has announced.

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 13:00:00 +0100
CCTV appeal after bank card trapped in Radlett machine
A person had money stolen from their bank account after their card was trapped in a cash machine.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 11:30:00 +0100
Plans for up to 310 homes and school at Harts Farm in Bushey
Plans for around 300 homes and a primary school have been unveiled on “special” farmland which campaigners said last year has to be “saved”.

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 11:05:30 +0100
Sir Elton John wows Watford crowds at Vicarage Road concerts
Elton John’s return was a clear hit with live audiences and readers as demonstrated by the many pictures and videos sent is to the Observer.

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 11:00:00 +0100
Occupation Road in Watford could be renamed in honour of Sir Elton John
Elton John fever has swept through Watford after the music legend returned to the town as part of his farewell tour.

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 10:42:03 +0100
Revealed: 138 dangerous wild animals living in Hertfordshire
The map from the Born Free Foundation shows that the region has a range of wild animals including lions and alligators.

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Footballer Kelly Smith attends nursey garden reopening
A former England international and Arsenal footballer attended the reopening of a Watford nursery’s newly refurbished garden.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 17:00:00 +0100
Bus passenger journeys in Hertfordshire stay in decline
Drivers will not ditch their cars to catch a bus until the latter becomes “cheaper and more convenient”, a councillor has warned.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Pictures: More memories of life in and around Watford in 1994
We have again dipped into the Watford Observer’s online archive and today start a look back at some more pictures captured by our photographers in 1994.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Watford fraudster who used multiple stolen cards sentenced
A fraudster who used several stolen bank cards to buy goods has been sentenced.

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Watch: Watford hospital new-born hears Elton John perform
A sweet video has emerged showing a baby under 24 hours old enjoying Sir Elton John's concert just a stone's throw away.

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 13:35:58 +0100
Katie Price speeding charges dismissed in court
Last September, she was handed a suspended sentence after crashing her BMW on the B2135 near Partridge Green in West Sussex

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 11:26:05 +0100
Wireless Festival Finsbury Park: How to buy the last tickets
Wireless Festival is just a few days away and there's still time to grab some tickets.

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 10:01:45 +0100
Pandora shares top tips to protect your jewellery this summer from suncream, sand and more
Protect your jewellery on holiday from suncream, sand and more with these tips from Pandora.

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 09:14:18 +0100
EastEnders actress Mona Hammond dies aged 91, as tributes pour in
Mona Hammond was best known for her roles on EastEnders and Desmond's

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 08:28:21 +0100
Amber Heard requests verdict to be overturned in Johnny Depp trial
She says the decision returned on June 1 was not supported by the evidence presented during the six-week trial.

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 07:49:22 +0100
TikTok's Gentleminions: Cinemas ban teens in suits over TikTok trend
Some of the viral videos show those taking part cheering and clapping loudly and being disruptive during screenings

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 17:55:27 +0100
Elton John Vicarage Road recap as closure caused delays
There are traffic delays in West Watford due to Vicarage Road closure for Elton John's concert

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 15:00:52 +0100
Elton John concert tickets warning after last-minute change
Some printed Elton John tickets will no longer be valid after a last-minute change – sparking warnings of "pandemonium" ahead of this weekend's concerts.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 19:23:26 +0100
Illinois shooting: Six dead in shooting near Chicago July 4 Independence Day parade
Highland Park Police released a statement that said five people were killed and 19 people were taken to hospital.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 17:36:41 +0100
Sadiq requests urgent TfL funding meeting
Sadiq Khan has requested an “urgent” meeting over the future of TfL’s funding.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 15:38:04 +0100
Met Office forecasts mini Watford heatwave with highs of 25C
Watford is set to get a mini heatwave this weekend (July 8-10) as temperatures soar to the high 20s according to the Met Office. 

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 14:23:46 +0100
New police warning over cash machine fraudsters' method
Police have issued a fresh warning about cash machine fraud after banking experts uncovered new information about the criminals' methods.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 12:50:34 +0100
Britain's Got Talent stars to perform at inclusive FestivAll
A Britain’s Got Talent semi-finalist will perform at a new festival inspired by a disabled boy from Bushey.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 10:36:13 +0100
Vicarage Road to close for Elton John concert
Motorists should be aware of a six-and-a-half-hour road closure for Elton John’s concert tonight.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 10:05:56 +0100
Air ambulance called after crash in Chorleywood Road
One person had to be freed by firefighters following a crash involving two cars.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 15:57:00 +0100
Hempstead Road crossing trees cut back after woman killed
Trees and bushes have now been cut back at a crossing where an elderly woman was killed.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 09:00:00 +0100
My rave review of Tony and Maria's restaurant
If you haven’t tried the food at Tony and Maria’s Italian Restaurant, then I would highly recommend that you do.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 08:00:00 +0100
What's being built next to Jurys Inn by Watford ring road?
Wherever you look in Watford, it seems like something new is on the horizon.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 13:00:00 +0100
Planning applications in Watford, Three Rivers, Hertsmere and Dacorum
A proposal to turn an empty shop into a store operated by a a high street chain is among the planning applications validated by Watford, Three Rivers and Dacorum councils in the week beginning June 27.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Boutique One bridal shop coming to Watford town centre
A new bridal shop is opening its doors in Watford town centre this month.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Redeveloped Burford House Care Home set to open soon
The major redevelopment of a 46-bed care home is set to be complete in the coming months.

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Let's hope it's not Goodbye, Yellow Brick Road for Sir Elton John
It is testament to the relationship between Watford and Elton John that stories about his upcoming concerts at Vicarage Road have been topping our 'most read' section all week.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 21:00:00 +0100
BBC Eastenders bosses reveal 'dangerous' new character as Aaron Thiara joins cast
The new character, played by Aaron Thiara, made his debut appearance on the long-running soap on Monday night.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 20:03:01 +0100
Premier League footballer arrested on suspicion of rape in north London
The Premier League and international footballer was arrested on suspicion of rape this morning.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 18:04:32 +0100
Minions movie TikTok trend: What is Gentleminions? The craze caused by Rise Of Gru release
See the internet's latest weird viral moment inspired by the new Minions movie.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 15:58:00 +0100
Superdrug brings back Bourjois- the brand loved by Kate Middleton and Victoria Beckham
Bourjois is back! See how you can stock up exclusively at Superdrug.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 14:42:17 +0100
Alexandra Burke and Darren Randolph welcome first child
Former X-Factor winner Alexandra Burke has announced the arrival of her first child with footballer Darren Randolph in cute Instagram post.



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