A dumping hotspot at flats has got out of control again with rubbish now piling up towards the ceiling.

Boxing superstar Anthony Joshua has called for donations ahead of a hamper Christmas giveaway for families most in need.

A woman has said she was “physical pushed off the bus” by a driver when a row broke out as passengers who waited over an hour were refused.

“Nightmare” school parking has caused “shouting, swearing, and people nearly run over” during clashes between parents and neighbours.

The fire service has now confirmed why a major road in Watford was closed yesterday afternoon.

A crash is causing heavy delays across parts of south west Hertfordshire, including Watford, this evening (November 23).

There are fears the circumstances behind the tragic death of a two-year-old boy could be repeated locally if more is not done to make homes safer.

As many people struggle to find dentists taking new NHS patients, these practices around Watford may have spots available.

Recent crashes on an “accident-prone” dual carriageway are unlikely to persuade highway bosses to change their mind about putting speed cameras in.

Patients, visitors and staff have paid more than £8 million in car park fees at Watford General Hospital in the last five years.

The chief constable of Hertfordshire has told a journalist wrongly arrested while covering Just Stop Oil protests he is “truly sorry” for his officers’ actions.

An affordable housing development being built in Watford is nearing completion.

Watford mayor Peter Taylor has called on MP Dean Russell to “stand up for Watford” and support an amendment to stop targets “forcing us to build higher”.

Images of more than 200 items of jewellery recovered after burglaries have been released in a bid to find the rightful owners.

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.

A care home for people with physical and learning disabilities has been placed in special measures.

A mother-of-two, from Bushey, says she is "sickened" by news figures revealing the extent of alleged drink and needle spiking in Watford.

A man who escaped a fire in his Jaguar near Watford has blasted a car dealership for reportedly declining to investigate it.

Some residents have been left without Internet after a car ploughed into a connection box.

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...

Emergency services have closed part of St Albans Road near the junction with Station Road in Watford

Two lanes have been closed after a crash on the southbound M1, near Hemel Hempstead, this morning.

A blind nine-year-old brain tumour patient has written a book featuring powerful lessons about positivity, kindness and hope.

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.

More details about plans for a reservoir's future are set to be revealed at a public consultation. 

Of 294 burglaries in Watford so far this year just nine have led to charges or summons.

A motorcyclist suffered serious injuries to his foot after a collision with a car.

A family whose rented home has been plagued by slugs for months has withheld rent money after the landlord offered £100 compensation.

A three-vehicle crash on the M1 this morning has caused hour-long delays for commuters into Watford.

A woman has been left “traumatised” after she was reportedly raped in a Hertfordshire park.

Atria Watford has refused to comment on its plans for the former John Lewis site as shoppers called for their ideal replacement.

A man was pronounced dead at a property with police describing it as “unexplained but non-suspicious”.

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.

Cost-of-living support payments will be sent out starting tomorrow.

MPs have been told that Christmas parties held for staff can be claimed on expenses. But this does not include alcohol.

A crash on the M25 this morning has caused long delays near Watford.

Midwives in Watford were among those marching in demonstration against a “crisis in maternity services”.

Children are “amazed” with their new playground after the school raised £17,000 to install the equipment.

A man has been sentenced after armed police arrested a suspected knifeman in Watford’s Cassiobury Park.

Multiple people have claimed a man spotted trying car doors was the same person who previously stole their vehicles.

As weird as it may feel the World Cup really is kicking off tomorrow.

Families packed out Watford yesterday afternoon as the Christmas lights were officially switched on in the town centre.

“Ambitious” plans to create a “thriving” new neighbourhood in Watford are set to take the next step with the appointment of a development partner.

More crashes on a dual carriageway have prompted new calls for safety measures.

The timetable and route for the annual Christmas sleigh in Watford has been announced.

It is one of the biggest questions on the lips of Watford shoppers - when will we know what is replacing John Lewis?

A Tesco delivery driver is being investigated after he tried to kiss a customer on the lips on her own doorstep.

A free pint can be shared at Greene King during England and Wales matches

A planning application has been submitted for a 20-meter 5G pole in Watford.

The following announcements were carried in the Watford Observer last week: