New padel courts open to the public have opened at Queens' School after a £2 million investment.

After a crash changed his life forever in a split-second, a former Garston Fire Station firefighter from Watford has warned “this can happen to anyone”.

Alleged works to protected trees in Loudwater are being investigated after land was reportedly cleared to make way for caravans.

With one May Bank Holiday ticked off, the next is just a matter of weeks away and it’s the perfect time to plan a well-deserved getaway.

The Watford Observer recounts the timeline of events in the Soul Survivor scandal.

Amid a “significant number” of complaints, council officers are investigating alleged planning breaches to create a HMO in South Oxhey.

A social media influencer who branded Watford "beautiful but boring" has returned to the town for a second look after feedback from locals.

A licencing application has been submitted for a snack van outside The Grange Academy school In Bushey.

Watford High Street has been blocked by a “significant leak” from a burst water main - with Affinity Water carrying out repairs.

Watford High Street business TUI is set to close and move to The Harlequin.

Hertfordshire's Poundstretcher stores are reportedly at risk as the high street chain faces the prospect of administration.

Knocking down one Bovingdon bungalow will make way for six new homes after planning approval.

Watford are celebrating 50 years since Elton John became club chairman for the first time in 1976, sparking an unprecedented period of success.

Former Watford FC correspondent Andrew French reviews Peter Bleksley's Watford Palace Theatre show.

Filming for the HBO Harry Potter series will return to Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, the company has confirmed.

New trains will start running between London Euston and Watford Junction when a timetable rework comes in for week.

Several Hertfordshire businesses have been named among the winners at this year's Countryside Alliance Awards.

Borehamwood Care Centre expands workforce with new career opportunities.

Five cars and a lorry were involved in a Hertfordshire M1 crash which has completely halted motorway traffic near Watford.

Plans to demolish garages for a pair of three bedroom homes in Garston have been approved despite objections.

M1 traffic is currently blocked amid chaotic scenes after a crash near Watford in Hertfordshire.

Demolition works could soon get underway at Kings Langley Youth Hut, which was found to be in a state of “disrepair”.

Cassiobury Park Paddling Pools has been closed for repairs once again after reopening at the start of the month.

Using unique, seasonal stems to create the perfect arrangements in a range of sizes, Freddie’s Flowers has the perfect floral gift and will certainly bring colour and joy to the season.

Reopening could come soon as a new landlord has been found for The White Lion, Watford.

A roundup of the latest planning applications submitted to Dacorum Borough Council.

Brett Ellis explores the baffling world of mash‑ups, from soap crossovers to shrinking chocolate bars and unlikely collaborations.

If you’re keen to learn more about Hertfordshire’s growing wine scene, there are several vineyards open to visitors across the county.

A restaurant in Potters Bar has been hailed on Instagram as a “hidden gem” in Hertfordshire for alfresco dining.

A man in his 30s has died after a crash involving two vehicles on the A1.

Increases to councillor pay are among the latest public notices for Watford, Three Rivers, Hertsmere, and Dacorum.

A four-bedroom detached house in Chestnut Avenue, Rickmansworth, with stunning mature gardens is on the market with a guide price of £1,395,000.

We asked locals what the best coffee spot in the Watford area was, with one business in a historic village nearby among the standout choices.

A roundup of the latest planning applications submitted to the Three Rivers Council.

Discover the National Trust walk in Hertfordshire that takes you through a masterpiece.

Older people can learn more about how to stay safe from Watford police over free refreshments on May 12.

For a few weeks in May, visitors will be able to explore a stunning pick‑your‑own peony field that has become a hit with Instagrammers.

A Watford man has admitted sharing an intimate picture of a woman without her consent at Hatfield Magistrates' Court.

Data has revealed how much you could be paying to live in Bushey, including one street where houses sell for more than £1.7 million.

The A1 in Hertfordshire is closed due to a crash, causing traffic delays in the area.

Despite earning more than £50,000 from her fraud, a Rickmansworth nurse who lied about qualifications has been ordered to pay less than £300.

Set within a historic mill on the River Chess, Miller & Carter Rickmansworth is the town’s top‑rated restaurant on Tripadvisor, with more than 1,600 reviews.

The Watford Observer examines why Nascot Wood Junior School is considered the town's "best".

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust has been awarded UNICEF Baby Friendly Initiative accreditation for its work.

Sopwell House in Hertfordshire has been named among the best spas in the UK. Find out why.

Plans linked to the ongoing development of Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden are among the latest planning applications submitted to Watford Council.

Star Richard Herring shared the story of his testicular cancer treatment as he helped raise more than £16,000 at Knebworth Golf Club in Stevenage.

Real-time updates on the contests for the Scottish Parliament, Senedd in Wales and local councils in England.

Watford's Labour MP has responded to local election results that saw his party fail to win any of the 12 seats on offer.

A Watford-built Scammel lorry came home as one of the attractions at the Hortons Steam Fair on May 4 in Croxley.