Two lanes are closed on the M1.

A member of the Watford squad that made history by reaching the second tier of the English game for the first time has died, aged 85.

An elderly man has died following an incident at a canal in Watford.

The family and colleagues of a nurse who dedicated nearly 20 years to the NHS have paid tribute to honour his life.

It was hoped a crackdown on online scams would be part of the Online Safety Bill but it was not mentioned in the Queen’s speech.

After months of empty high streets, market stalls are back in town doing what they do best – bringing tasty fresh food and a vibrant atmosphere to the town’s centre.

A former receptionist at a car dealership in Watford who was excluded from ‘Pizza Friday’ events has won a payout of over £20,000.

Pret a Manger is set to open a number of cafes inside Tesco supermarkets across the UK.

The chairman of the Watford Conservative party says her members "fought a strong campaign" following the 2021 local elections.

A man who may have suffered a head injury has gone missing from Watford.

Actor Tom Cruise has addressed his big social distancing rant on set of Mission: Impossible 7 at Warner Bros Studios.

Hertfordshire County Council has confirmed it does not support plans for a new M25 motorway service station.

A 95-year-old woman agreed to move into a Bushey care home but only on one condition – her pet Shih Tzu was also given a care plan!

Police officers were stunned to watch a motorist they signalled to stop pull over in a live lane of traffic on the M25.

Kings Langley singer Griff has said Taylor Swift sent her a note and flowers to wish her good luck for her performance at the Brit Awards.

Watford Borough Council is to offer support for local businesses, with extensions to two of its financial assistance grants.

A "vibrant" Watford woman who recently celebrated her 100th birthday has revealed her key to long life - not worrying too much!

The Conservative group have chosen their new leader of Hertfordshire County Council following the shock departure of David Williams.

Here is a round-up of those in our area who have been named in magistrates’ courts between May 1 and May 8.

A former “dedicated and hardworking” county councillor has died at the age of 97.

Boris Johnson said England remains “on track” to see an end to lockdown restrictions completely by June 21.

New rules from May 31 will see changes to its payment system and new restrictions on controversial listings. 

There has been a crash on the M25.

Crash for cash is an insurance scam where fraudsters deliberately cause dangerous road collisions, often targeting innocent people.

Ali Todd, a registered dietician at the Functional Gut Clinic, advises sticking to some basic rules to help keep your mind and body happy. 

Watford's former chairman and honorary life president, Sir Elton John has said he is "so proud" of the club's achievements from the recently-concluded season.

If you have cash to splash and you are on the hunt for a new luxury home – you may be wondering what £1million could buy you in Watford.

Visitors to what is often referred to as Watford’s best kept secret will be able to enjoy two rosebushes that hold a special meaning to the family of a gifted young medical student who died almost 50 years ago.

Sir Elton John looks set to team up with Years & Years for a surprise performance at tonight’s Brit Awards.

The leader of the Watford Labour group says his party are coming out of the local elections "renewed and ready to challenge".

The all-British showdown between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury to determine the undisputed heavyweight champion is set to take place on one of the first two Saturdays in August in Saudi Arabia, according to promoter Eddie Hearn.

Revised plans that would see a locally listed building and former bus garage demolished for flats have been submitted.

The National Lottery is on the hunt for a EuroMillions UK Millionaire Maker winner in Hertfordshire who is sitting on a £1m ticket.

A “fun loving” nurse who dedicated nearly 20 years to the NHS has died.

A petition has been launched to stop a 5G mast being installed in a residential neighbourhood.

With news of lots of interest in Watford town centre's empty sites, the Observer has taken a closer look at some on the market.

The RSPCA has launched a pet competition designed to showcase special bonds with their owners and raise money for local animal services.

Pupils at an independent prep school have been celebrating the birth of 14 lambs.

Nearly 100 children in Watford were stripped of disability benefits after their 16th birthday, figures show.

David Lloyd has been re-elected as Hertfordshire's Police and Crime Commissioner.

Anthony Joshua has said that lockdown gave him a chance to “breathe” and stop himself from having a breakdown.

The report interviewed 3,000 customers and found that shoppers had three priorities.

The local election results in Watford may appear unremarkable but a deeper dive suggests we could be seeing signs of a Conservative resurgence.

Boris Johnson is addressing the public this afternoon on the relaxing of lockdown restrictions in England.

Sir Elton John says it was an “honour” to hand out the Player of the Year Award after watching Watford win in the last game of the Championship season.

A taxi driver was reportedly threatened at knifepoint by two men.

The Watford Observer has again teamed up with its friends at The Watford Treasury to share stories from previous issues.

Readers have paid their respects to a chairman and long-standing member of Watford Harriers Athletics Club who passed away.

It’s a feast for the senses down after a host of new food outlets joined a vast range of businesses at Watford Market.

A retired judge says it "one of his greatest honours" to be elected as a new county councillor.