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Mon, 19 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Zoopla reveals Watford's most expensive postcodes
Here are 6 of Watford's most expensive postcodes, according to Zoopla.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 14:30:00 +0100
Leavesden bin collection missed because of 'blocked road'
Refuse collectors were unable to empty the bins on a residential street because the road was “blocked” by vehicles.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Arriva to split 500 bus route from Watford to Bucks
A bus operator says splitting up a service that currently runs from Watford town centre to Buckinghamshire 'will improve reliability'.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Watford educated Dean of Westminster to lead Queen's funeral
The Queen’s state funeral will be led by former Watford Grammar School for Boys student, the Dean of Westminster.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Rail strikes set to hit Watford and nearby stations in early October
Train drivers are set to stage a strike in October after their September action was suspended.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
West Herts virtual hospital model praised by NHS chief
Senior health leaders have praised hospital and community-based clinicians for their scheme that allowed Covid-19 patients to be able to recover at home.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Plans for flats on South Oxhey green space refused by council
Campaigners have won a battle to save protected trees and stop a development they feel would bring “no value” to the area.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 14:00:00 +0100
How to get help paying for school uniforms and meals
The start of a school year can be tough for many people’s budgets. Here is some advice from Citizens Advice Watford on help available.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0100
Herts family reflect on queueing 13 hours to pay respects
A Hertfordshire family who waited for 13 hours to pay respects noticed the queue reflected the Queen’s “inspirational” qualities.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Saying goodbye to Queen Elizabeth - and to the 20th Century
It is clear from the response to articles this week how much the Queen meant to many of our readers.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Which Watford schools exclude and suspend the most pupils?
Government data has revealed which secondary schools suspend and permanently exclude the most students in 2021.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 08:00:00 +0100
The five most expensive and cheapest homes to rent in Watford
Finding the right home to rent needs to tick as many boxes as when buying.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Retirement village residents rally to save 'majestic' tree
Retirement village residents have rallied to save a “majestic tree” that is “testament to the past.”

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Death notices in the Watford Observer week ending September 16, 2022
The following announcements were carried in the Watford Observer last week:

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 14:00:00 +0100
Queen dedicated life to serving others - we can do our bit
No matter how carefully we plan our lives, as the old saying goes, “the best laid plans of mice and men often go awry.” A twist of fate can rewrite history in a heartbeat.

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 13:00:00 +0100
Planning applications in Watford, Three Rivers and Dacorum
New plans to redevelop a building near Watford Junction are among the planning applications validated by Watford, Three Rivers and Dacorum councils this week.

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Five most expensive and cheapest homes for sale in Watford
With summer over, the property market can become a little quieter as we head into the autumn months.

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0100
Tale associated with a chapel near Frogmore House in Watford
Our picture from the Watford Museum archive this week recalls a small chapel from the town's past - and a lovely story associated with it.

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 10:20:52 +0100
The Voice: Watford's Clare Cordell smashes audition
A Watford “gem that could win the show” sang her heart out and blew the judges away on ITV's The Voice UK last night.

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 18:39:50 +0100
Watford Lower High Street traffic 'nightmare'
A traffic “nightmare” broke out after a man needed medical attention in the Lower High Street, near Bushey Arches.

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Watford Community Housing denies scam calls due to data breach
Watford Community Housing Trust has denied that recent scam calls to their customers are related to a data breach in 2020.

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 08:00:00 +0100
What replaced six Watford restaurants which said goodbye?
With new restaurants popping up, Watford has no shortage of places to grab a bite to eat.

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Watford pet rescue centre seeks new home for guinea pig Wilbur
Hello there, my name is Wilbur and I’m a one-year-old male guinea pig who’s looking for a loving home.

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 14:58:15 +0100
Man in 'critical condition' after Watford High Street attack
A man is fighting for his life after being critically injured during a town centre fight with five men.

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Watford cyclist knocked from bike by bollards
A cyclist was knocked off his bike by a bollard in Watford high street despite adjustments to the system.

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 10:20:44 +0100
Fire above Charcoal Grill restaurant in High Road, Bushey
Police and fire crews arrived at the scene of a fire in a flat above a restaurant last night.

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Meeting the future King - and Royal visits to Elstree Studios
It will come as no surprise that I must mention the passing of our beloved Queen.

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 14:35:44 +0100
259 people in Queen’s lying in state queue needed medical help on Saturday
Across all the “ceremonial areas” in London, over 403 people needed medical support on Saturday, with 19 people taken to hospital.

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 11:30:23 +0100
A man on roller skates almost hits King Charles III's car
Social media users were able to capture the moment the roller skater made his way to the front of the vehicle before police stopped the man.

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 10:26:27 +0100
Are Fortnite servers down? Issues affecting popular game – what we know
Fortnite users were reporting issues with the popular game on Sunday morning.

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 17:18:41 +0100
Recap of traffic updates after Watford town centre road closed for paramedics
The is heavy traffic as Lower High Street, Watford, has been closed by police while paramedics help a man who requires urgent medical attention.

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 19:00:00 +0100
The Voice UK: Who is Clare Cordell from Watford?
ITV’s The Voice will be showcasing a talented Watford woman today as she tries to impress its judges.

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 18:00:00 +0100
'The Queen was a great role model, but never too grand'
We should not be sad that she is gone, but glad that she lived. There is little to add regarding the Queen’s passing last week, aged 96, which will prove to be a watershed for Britain as the baton is passed to her son Charles, who has undertaken th...

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 16:30:37 +0100
Workers spotted at former Meriden school site ahead of new homes
Work appears to have has started on nine new homes in the Meriden Estate, as residents have raised concerns over affordability.

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 13:46:33 +0100
Which council services in Watford are closed on Monday?
Councils have confirmed which services will be closed for the Queen’s funeral bank holiday on Monday, as well as any service changes.

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 13:00:00 +0100
Watford housing group slammed over protracted roofing work
A woman feared scaffolding from roofing that took five times as long as expected might trap her in her home if there was a fire.

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Queen Elizabeth II's influence on life in Rickmansworth
Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, Three Rivers Museum chairman Fabian Hiscock reflects how her reign helped shape the lives of people in the Rickmansworth area.

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 18:32:30 +0100
CCTV appeal after wine and scratch cards stolen
Police have released CCTV images of a man they would like to identify after a bottle of wine and scratch cards were stolen.

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 11:10:50 +0100
The Voice: Watford's Clare Cordell to 'just go for it' tonight
A Watford woman says she is ready to “jump the hurdle of self-doubt” as she appears on the voice tonight.

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 11:18:24 +0100
KSI claims Prime being ‘kept off shelves and sold illegally’
YouTuber KSI has claimed some Asda staff around the UK are keeping his popular Prime drink off shelves and “shipping it out low-key”.

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0100
What would you say to King Charles III?
Readers shared light-hearted advice for the new monarch following his accession to the throne.

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 19:00:00 +0100
Tributes to Queen Elizabeth II before Watford play Sunderland
Hornets legend Luther Blissett and Graham Taylor’s widow Rita are due to help lead the tributes when Watford FC honours Her late Majesty the Queen tomorrow.

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 08:00:00 +0100
ULEZ expansion could add £4,500 to Londoners cost, new research has revealed
Earlier this year, London Mayor Sadiq Khan announced the proposed plan to expand the Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) to cover all of Greater London.

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Pictures: Watford's tributes to Queen Elizabeth II
We've reached the last week of 'The best things about Watford' but this week's selection of pictures also captures some of the ways our town has paid tribute to the Queen following her death last week.

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 05:44:00 +0100
Allwyn: jobs safe if Camelot loses National Lottery licence
Camelot’s rival to take over the National Lottery licence has assured current staff that it is “committed to Watford”.

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Heineken to rebrand The Oddfellows as The Hornets
Heineken is looking for new owners to take over a completely rebranded and refurbished Watford pub.

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Richmond FATSO dark chocolate bar review
Chocolate in general has always been a weakness of mine and while I used to find dark chocolate quite an acquired taste, I’ve recently grown into it.

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 04:59:00 +0100
Anthony Joshua back in Meriden and inspiring Watford kids
Anthony Joshua went on a spree of sharing his wisdom to Watford youths as he visited his childhood estate.

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 04:02:00 +0100
New plans to refurbish Cassiobury House submitted
Fresh plans to redevelop a building near Watford Junction have been submitted.

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 19:08:05 +0100
David Beckham turned down MP offer to ‘jump queue’
After queuing for 13 hours, reports have revealed that Beckham was offered to skip the long queue by a politician.



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