There were twice as many deaths than normal in Hertfordshire during the worst period of the coronavirus crisis.

There has been a surge is the number of companies going bust in Watford and surrounding areas during the coronavirus lockdown, figures show.

London’s mayor knew nothing about Government plans to seal off the capital at the M25 if coronavirus cases rise.

AMAZON is set to open up to 30 stores on UK high streets that won't have any checkouts.

A parade of shops will not have to temporarily close during the construction of the Meriden estate, a housing association has said.

Cocaine and around £70,000 in cash was found by officers during two morning police raids in a village.

Diners are now able to get half price off their food and drink bill as a Government scheme launches today.

People from black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds in Hertfordshire were more than twice as likely to be fined for breaching Covid-19 lockdown rules than white people.

THE M25 could be used to seal off the capital if there is a spike in Covid-19 infections.

NEW rapid tests that can detect coronavirus in just 90 minutes will start to be used in care homes and labs from next week.

SCIENTISTS fear hairdressers could be unknowingly passing coronavirus to customers because of inadequate visors.

A postcode checker allows people to see which of their local retauaunts, cafes and pubs are taking part in the new Eat Out to Help Out scheme.

Watford Palace Theatre has announced it will not be reopening in September.

The Chancellor's recent announcement of a Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) 'holiday' is good news for residential property buyers, whether you are first-time buyer or moving home.

DINERS will now be able to get half price food and drink as the 'Eat Out to Help Out' scheme launches - including McDonald's, Costa Coffee, Wetherspoons and Nando's.

The free TV licence for over-75s has ended - with the BBC confirming they will now means-test those in that age bracket to determine their entitlement.

Three years ago, a historic milestone was reached in the United States. The healthcare sector became the country’s largest employer, surpassing the manufacturing and retail industries, the jobs powerhouses of the 20th Century. These companies ar...

This week I look back at the careers of two of my favourite stars of the past, both of whom sadly had endings they did not deserve.

A popular event in Watford's summer calendar is returning later this month.

Costs to build new roads in Hertfordshire could be around an additional £11m due to social distancing.

Lockdown has been an extra challenging time for our high street.

The past few weeks have been like no other in the history of Watford. We’ve suffered the heartbreak of department store closures and the sadness of Watford FC’s relegation. Many people have lost their jobs and others face an uncertain future. Thi...

Whether it's drawing the year in the sand on the beach, playing on the swings or exploring during a walk in the woods, children are making the most of their school holidays judging by some of the posts from our camera club members over the past week.

An author is soon to release her debut novel which is inspired by the history of Leavesden Asylum.

Hello, my name’s Flame and I’m five-years-old and this is my friend Blue, who is three.

Train passengers could be infected by coronavirus if they sit within 2.5 metres of someone carrying the disease on a two-hour journey, according to new research.

When envisioning ‘cultures’, I imagine Tibetan, Islamic, Western or Yakult. In our woke times however, another has gatecrashed the party: ‘cancel culture’. As a rancid interloper, the prevalence of ‘cancelling’ those who we disagree with,...

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

A Spitfire plane has flown over Watford with a message of thanks to NHS workers.

A councillor says he was "gobsmacked" when he saw that workers had put up a new lamppost in a tree.

Mary Carter needed something positive to do during lockdown and she is now able to sit out and enjoy what she has created.

Have you ever dreamed of owning your own restaurant?

PUBS may have to close in order for schools to reopen, a pandemic expert has warned.

There has been a rise in the number of coronavirus cases in Watford, latest government data shows.

The writer Nick Hornby, a fan of the team who sent Watford down to the Championship on Sunday, once wrote: “The natural state of the football fan is bitter disappointment, no matter what the score.”

A man lost £350 after he was distracted by someone at a cash machine.

A second man has been charged in connection with a stabbing.

People are being urged to help fund a campaign for an inflatable obstacle course to give you a Wipeout experience.

Frustrated sports fans are set to miss out after the return of spectators on a pilot basis was scrapped by Prime Minister Boris Johnson.

A grateful owner of a Watford coffee shop says being nominated as one of the favourite outlets in the area “gives us the motivation to continue”.

Congratulations to the parents and families of these three babies who were all born in the past fortnight.

“Claret is the liquor for boys, port for men; but he who aspires to be a hero must drink brandy.”

NEW rules are coming in as the Government announced England's latest lockdown changes today.

Watford has been named as the third "messiest" place for a night out.

Drink driving and driving under the influence of drugs were among several offences people were arrested on suspicion of during a police operation.

A police officer pleaded not guilty to a charge of assault while arresting a man.

A controversial scheme to introduce a set of traffic lights at a busy junction will begin on Monday.

Some dreams have come true for the principal of a Watford primary school after it received a large donation from an apprenticeship business.

We may be basking in a heatwave but police are warning people about the dangers of swimming in open water.

A Spitfire plane will be flying past Watford this weekend with a message of thanks to NHS workers.