Latest planning applications in Watford: home extensions, tree works (TPO), commercial building alterations, and takeaway changes.

Tributes have been paid to a "wonderful" 13-year-old girl who has died following a crash in Hertfordshire.

A “back to basics” approach is paying for the landlord of The Dick Whittington, in South Oxhey, as he approaches one year in charge.

Nine great photos taken of unusual perspectives taken by Watford Observer Camera Club members.

Tring in Hertfordshire has been named among the best places to live in England by Garrington Property Finders. Find out why.

The Toaster in Bishop's Stortford has a perfect rating on Google Reviews and Tripadvisor. Find out why.

From Berkhamsted Castle to Kenwood House, discover 5 of the best English Heritage sites in and around Hertfordshire to visit.

A mystery business has been granted a premises licence for the former Barrio unit in Watford town centre.

A Watford father says he and his young family are "at our wits end" amid an ongoing issue with "dangerous" cladding.

Two Watford men have been charged over a late-night attempted burglary in Leavesden, police have confirmed.

A Hemel Hempstead man has been jailed after a "horrific" crash on the A1M in Hertfordshire that left a six-year-old boy with serious injuries.

A Watford entrepreneur won financial backing from Peter Jones, Deborah Meaden and Touker Suleyman after an "intense" experience on Dragons Den.

Businesses in Watford, Bushey, Kings Langley, Chorleywood and Sarratt have been included in the first edition of the Great Food Club's Hertfordshire guide.

Watford's The Horns pub is once again to close this weekend, its management has confirmed.

The full report has revealed mould and potential pest entry point issues which landed Akash Tandoori its 1/5 rating.

The future of Watford's iconic The Horns pub appears to once again be in doubt.

Plans for a HMO in Station Road, Kings Langley, have returned for a third time.

The Watford Observer has published five death notices in the last seven days.

The developer behind a 600-home scheme will appeal after it was blocked over green belt and Whippendell Wood impacts.

It’s a true case of pretty in pink with You Garden’s offer this week.

There is major disruption for trains through Watford Junction this morning after overhead wires were damaged between Euston and Willesden.

A man reportedly followed and attempted an “inappropriate” conversation with an 11-year-old girl in Oxhey Park.

There are delays on the M25 in Hertfordshire after a crash at junction 24 near Potters Bar.

North London Grammar School, an independent co-educational school, has won a prestigious award, recognising the impact the school is having on a global scale.

A five-bedroom detached home in Watford is on the market for just under £1.2 million, boasting off-street parking, southeast garden, and close to top grammar schools and Bushey station.

A family-run fish and chip shop in Croxley Green has been named among the UK's best by Fry Magazine.

Film star Jeff Goldblum has added new UK dates to his upcoming musical tour.

Police have issued a fresh appeal for information to identify a man pictured after a "distressing incident" saw a woman repeatedly followed in Watford town centre.

Lidl has confirmed when it will be opening its next Hertfordshire store, with the retailer arriving in Tring next week (February 12).

This photo is around 90 years old and shows how one of Watford’s major roads looked before the area was redeveloped.

Fashion retailer Quiz has gone into administration, with its Harlequin Watford store remaining open for now.

The Horse and Chains pub in Bushey is set to reopen tomorrow under new management after its sudden closure.

The Three Rivers local plan which aimed to protect the green belt around Watford has been frozen.

Hertfordshire Constabulary has been told to reopen its investigation into the death of a man who took his own life after alleged blackmail.

Japanese takeaway business You Me Sushi has enjoyed a strong start to life in Watford with long queues reported.

One of Watford's best-loved coffee shops has bounced back with a perfect food hygiene score, weeks after receiving a failing grade.

New owners at The Old Shepherd pub in Chorleywood have felt welcomed into a village community as they continue to boost their offering.

Sainsbury’s in Albert Road South, Watford, has reopened after it was forced to shut yesterday.

Work has begun to turn the former Pin Wei restaurant building in Abbots Langley into homes.

Tickets have just gone on sale for a new Harry Potter Tour experience at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Mastering the Magic workshop.

A Watford-based entrepreneur is set to appear on BBC show Dragons Den tonight, seeking investment for his business from a panel including Peter Jones and Deborah Meaden.

National Highways is reporting delays "in excess of one hour" following a crash on the M1 just within Hertfordshire.

Two of Watford’s neighbouring towns, Rickmansworth and Bushey, have been named among the best places to live for 2026.

As a timeless symbol, giving the gift of a watch to a loved one this Valentine’s Day not only symbolises your past, present, and future moments as a couple, it’s obviously a pretty practical gift, too.

Watford Rotary Club invites local charities, schools, and community groups to apply for up to £2,000 in grants. Apply by March 15 for community project funding.

The team behind a newly-approved mosque in Watford have reacted to last night's planning decision.

There is a chance of snow in Hertfordshire this month, according to the latest long-range Met Office forecast.

Watford's GAME branch has survived after the struggling firm announced it is closing all its standalone stores.

A suspect description has been released after a suspect reportedly attacked another motorist in Loudwater.

A Hertfordshire teenager created an online “library” of extreme right-wing material encouraging violent attacks on racial groups, a jury has found.