Watford Observer
Wed, 23 Nov 2022 08:12:13 +0000Holy Rood School parking 'nightmare' as cars litter pavement
“Nightmare” school parking has caused “shouting, swearing, and people nearly run over” during clashes between parents and neighbours.
Wed, 23 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +0000Kid hurt by play equipment in King George Recreation Ground
A child was left with severe headaches after being “wacked on the head” when a park’s play equipment broke as she was on it.
Wed, 23 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +0000Mencap's Hillside care home in Oxhey receives 'inadequate' CQC rating
A care home for people with physical and learning disabilities has been placed in special measures.
Wed, 23 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +0000Watford alleged drink and needle spiking figures revealed
A mother-of-two, from Bushey, says she is "sickened" by news figures revealing the extent of alleged drink and needle spiking in Watford.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 12:10:00 +0000BMW smashes into broadband box in Langley Road, Watford
Some residents have been left without Internet after a car ploughed into a connection box.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +0000Watford General Hospital Children's A&E eight-hour wait
An eight-month-old baby sent to children’s A&E at Watford General Hospital after a doctor raised concern faced an eight hour wait without being seen. The parents and young boy left having not been seen despite the tot experiencing a high heart rate...
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 15:19:56 +0000St Albans Road closed by police as fire engines seen - recap
Emergency services have closed part of St Albans Road near the junction with Station Road in Watford
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 07:36:40 +0000Recap of M1 traffic updates after Hemel Hempstead crash
Two lanes have been closed after a crash on the southbound M1, near Hemel Hempstead, this morning.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:28:43 +0000Man's anger after escaping Jaguar on fire on M1 near Watford
A man who escaped a fire in his Jaguar near Watford has blasted a car dealership for reportedly declining to investigate it.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:25:00 +0000Blind Chorleywood brain tumour patient publishes book
A blind nine-year-old brain tumour patient has written a book featuring powerful lessons about positivity, kindness and hope.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 16:00:00 +0000Memories in pictures of Watford career of Ross Jenkins
Big centre forwards were one of the hallmarks of Watford’s golden era under Graham Taylor. George Reilly and Mark Falco were among those who followed but the first was Ross Jenkins.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 13:55:00 +0000Public consultation to be held on future of Aldenham Reservoir
More details about plans for a reservoir's future are set to be revealed at a public consultation.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 11:37:26 +0000Hundreds of burglaries in Watford – but just eight charges
Of 294 burglaries in Watford so far this year just nine have led to charges or summons.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 11:05:00 +0000Motorcyclist suffers serious injury in A41 crash in Watford
A motorcyclist suffered serious injuries to his foot after a collision with a car.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:53:29 +0000Family plagued by slugs in Regent Street home, Watford
A family whose rented home has been plagued by slugs for months has withheld rent money after the landlord offered £100 compensation.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 08:06:14 +0000Hour-long delays on M1 after multi-vehicle crash near Hemel
A three-vehicle crash on the M1 this morning has caused hour-long delays for commuters into Watford.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 17:31:58 +0000Woman sexually assaulted at Parkfields near Borehamwood
A woman has been left “traumatised” after she was reportedly raped in a Hertfordshire park.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +0000Atria Watford tight-lipped about John Lewis lot plans
Atria Watford has refused to comment on its plans for the former John Lewis site as shoppers called for their ideal replacement.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 10:01:36 +0000Man's death in King Georges Avenue ‘unexplained but non-suspicious’
A man was pronounced dead at a property with police describing it as “unexplained but non-suspicious”.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 16:25:28 +0000RMT Strikes: Union announces series of strikes in December and January
RMT has announced they will stage a series of 48 hour strikes in December and January in an ongoing dispute over pay, jobs, and conditions.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 14:57:29 +0000Cost of living payment of £324 to be paid to millions this week
Cost-of-living support payments will be sent out starting tomorrow.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 09:52:17 +0000MPs can claim expenses on Christmas parties for staff
MPs have been told that Christmas parties held for staff can be claimed on expenses. But this does not include alcohol.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 08:15:33 +0000Live updates after M25 crash near Watford causes traffic
A crash on the M25 this morning has caused long delays near Watford.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 16:03:39 +0000Watford midwives march against maternity services 'crisis'
Midwives in Watford were among those marching in demonstration against a “crisis in maternity services”.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 16:08:03 +0000Nascot Wood Infant and Nursery School kids enjoy playground
Children are “amazed” with their new playground after the school raised £17,000 to install the equipment.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 13:04:54 +0000Man sentenced after Cassiobury Park armed police arrest
A man has been sentenced after armed police arrested a suspected knifeman in Watford’s Cassiobury Park.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 11:02:11 +0000'Grey hoodie car thief' reported by multiple Watford people
Multiple people have claimed a man spotted trying car doors was the same person who previously stole their vehicles.
Sat, 19 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000Where and when to enjoy England in the World Cup in Watford
As weird as it may feel the World Cup really is kicking off tomorrow.
Sun, 20 Nov 2022 10:16:59 +0000Crowds enjoy Watford town centre Christmas lights switch-on
Families packed out Watford yesterday afternoon as the Christmas lights were officially switched on in the town centre.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +0000Key update on progress of Town Hall Quarter programme in Watford
“Ambitious” plans to create a “thriving” new neighbourhood in Watford are set to take the next step with the appointment of a development partner.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +0000Crashes lead to new calls for speed camera on A405
More crashes on a dual carriageway have prompted new calls for safety measures.
Sun, 20 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0000Annual Watford Rotary Christmas sleigh route announced
The timetable and route for the annual Christmas sleigh in Watford has been announced.
Fri, 18 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +0000Planning app hints at former Watford John Lewis unit future
It is one of the biggest questions on the lips of Watford shoppers - when will we know what is replacing John Lewis?
Fri, 18 Nov 2022 16:30:00 +0000Tesco delivery driver 'tries to KISS Watford shopper'
A Tesco delivery driver is being investigated after he tried to kiss a customer on the lips on her own doorstep.
Sun, 20 Nov 2022 12:36:42 +0000World Cup: Free pint if you have certain surname in Greene King pubs
A free pint can be shared at Greene King during England and Wales matches
Sun, 20 Nov 2022 17:00:00 +0000Plans for 20-metre 5G pole near Cassiobury Park, Watford
A planning application has been submitted for a 20-meter 5G pole in Watford.
Sun, 20 Nov 2022 16:00:00 +0000Death notices in the Watford Observer week ending November 18, 2022
The following announcements were carried in the Watford Observer last week:
Sun, 20 Nov 2022 14:10:00 +0000Nearly 400 homes on Chiswell Green green belt could be approved
Plans for nearly 400 homes on green belt land are being recommended for approval despite hundreds of objections.
Sun, 20 Nov 2022 13:00:00 +0000Planning applications in Watford, Hertsmere and Dacorum
A proposal to change the use of the former John Lewis store in Watford is among this week's planning applications in Watford, Hertsmere and Dacorum.
Sun, 20 Nov 2022 12:23:00 +0000Sports City's Football Fiesta opens at atria Watford
An interactive experience for fans of football has officially opened in Watford town centre.
Sun, 20 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000Memories of George Stephenson College built on stilts in Water Lane
Flooding has been an issue in Water Lane for many years but this was taken into account when this building was constructed.
Sun, 20 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +000010 best cafes in Watford according to Tripadvisor reviews
There are a few decent options to grab a hot drink and a bite to eat in cafes around Watford
Sun, 20 Nov 2022 12:35:28 +0000DVLA scam email: Drivers warned of unpaid tax scam
Fraudsters are imitating the DVLA to try and convince drivers to hand over their personal details
Sat, 19 Nov 2022 19:00:00 +0000Mingling with Batman, Spiderman and Hans Solo at 'Comiccon'
A forest once whispered, ‘life is like a box of chocolates’. I have never subscribed to that analogy, due to the chocolate box insert informing you as to which is the hazelnut praline or strawberry swirl. That said, as I age, I aim to try new exp...
Sat, 19 Nov 2022 15:00:00 +0000What's on offer at Watford’s Festive Sunday Market?
Shoppers in the festive spirit are invited to “eat, drink, and be merry” at Watford’s Festive Sunday Market.
Sat, 19 Nov 2022 12:30:00 +0000Police release CCTV image after Croxley Green vehicles damaged
Police investigating a spate of criminal damage on vehicles in one night have released a CCTV image of man they want to talk to.
Sat, 19 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000Memories of friends, neighbours and growing up in Talbot Avenue, Oxhey
I’d like to take you back to a slower-paced time when people were addressed as Mr or Mrs, even amongst adults; information wasn’t instant; and discipline was an accepted core of life; to Talbot Avenue, Oxhey, between the mid-50s and the mid-60s.
Sat, 19 Nov 2022 10:00:00 +0000Aerial pictures of Watford, Rickmansworth school and South Oxhey
Watford fire station is now located in Lower High Street but 20 years ago it was situated next to a roundabout at one of the main entrances to the town.
Sat, 19 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0000Five recently opened Watford area restaurants, kiosks, bars
It has been a busy month for places to eat opening in and around Watford.
Sat, 19 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +0000Pictures: Wildlife, pets and people preparing for winter
The time of year has arrived for thicker clothes, hot drinks and fires being turned on, but sunnier days still rekindle memories of warmer days from earlier this year.