Detectives investigating offences committed by alleged serial rapist Joseph McCann have made six arrests.

A crew member who was stabbed on a film set yesterday is out of hospital, police have confirmed.

A car smashed into the bollards in Watford town centre yesterday morning.

A major development in Watford is not under threat despite news that a firm is set to cut more than a thousand jobs.

It's officially Bring Your Dog to Work Day tomorrow (Friday, June 21).

Red Arrows squadron leader Martin Pert has said it was “wonderful” to fly over the place he grew up in during the team’s fly past over Watford and Borehamwood.

It’s great news that Three Rivers council, under the helm of Cllr Sara Bedford, has approved a climate change motion that implores them to work with businesses and communities to find ways to improve the local environment.

Two cannabis warnings were issued and a knife was seized during a police operation on the M25.

Councillors will consider whether an area of green belt in Bushey can be developed into an equestrian centre.

A film crew member was stabbed on a film set at the Warner Bros Studios in Leavesden.

A former James Bond stuntman who will turn 80 in September has won a national tennis tournament.

An education minister was joined by Watford MP Richard Harrington for a visit to two schools in the town.

Stars of a new pantomime in St Albans have already got into the Christmas spirit ahead of the show coming this December.

A father and son who dumped a lawnmower, tiles, and timber, on a garage site are 'lucky' not to be jailed, according to the judge who sentenced them.

Police are appealing for passengers who were on a bus which crashed into a woman to come forward.

Your columnist, Brett Ellis thinks that the fall in numbers of church-goers could be remedied by innovations like “drive thrus [sic] and tablets on tables” (Ring the changes for church to grow, June 7).

An 11-year-old boy has spent nine years donating money he receives for his birthday to a children's charity.

People living in Hertfordshire are 'safe, satisfied, and saving money' - at least that is the view of the county's police chief.

A maternity unit was put on lockdown after armed police were called to Watford General Hospital.

Two new theatre shows are touring the UK and will come to Hertfordshire this month.

A woman whose passion is teaching disabled and disadvantaged people how to live independently has won a community hero award.

Thunderstorms could bring flooding and power cuts tonight.

Thunderstorms could bring flooding and power cuts tonight.

A number of jobs could be lost at ASOS’ customer care centre, the Watford Observer can reveal.

A Watford man is organising a protest after it was announced free TV licences for people over 75 are set to be scrapped next year.

Brett Ellis in his column (Ring the changes for church to grow, June 7) does not amuse. His suggestions for the renewal of the Christian Church reveals his misunderstanding of the nature and worship of Christianity. This comes as no surprise. Anyo...

A power cut is affecting customers across a large part of Watford this morning.

Police say two young people on bicycles were seen yanking at small trees in the middle of the night.

A man who was first on the scene of a crash between a double-decker bus and a woman says he held her hand and wants her family to know she was not alone when she died.

An orchestra is closing its 2018/19 season with a celebration of British music.

A sickness outbreak at a bar in Watford was norovirus, tests have confirmed.

Shadow Chancellor John McDonnell has said he understands why Watford FC may have previously been unable to pay all staff the real living wage.

Police say a gas canister was used to blow up a cash machine during an overnight raid last week.

Families were treated to an incredible and special flyby from the famous Red Arrows yesterday evening.

As I was named and apparently criticised by Prof. Christine Wheeler McNulty in your letters page (People before planet, Letters, May 31) for being both “young” and a Green Party member, I thought I would take the opportunity to address some of...

Court lists, 3rd-7th June, 2019

Police have safely found a teenager who went missing overnight.

Good morning everyone, hope you all enjoyed a lovely weekend, don’t let the Monday morning rush hour spoil your day! Here is your morning update:

With 54 per cent of flats sold on a leasehold basis - where buyers only have the right to occupy the property for a fixed period of time, and do not own the building outright - and harsh ground rents that can soar over a short time, the residential l...

The woman behind fitness coach Joe Wicks’ favourite coconut oil set up her business after being inspired by her own intolerance to gluten.

If you're only just reading this now, sadly you've missed the incredible flypast by The Red Arrows over Watford and Elstree & Borehamwood.

I used to attend memorial services for stars I had known or had admired on the screen over the years. The last occasion was a couple of years ago for Philip Madoc, who enjoyed a long career and was always willing to turn up for my events. Although...

I was very interested to read the various articles in last week’s edition about the boards of West Herts Hospitals and Herts Valleys CCG being likely to back the plans to redevelop Watford General Hospital. Your coverage has been exceptional.

A care home owner paid tribute to its staff with free chocolates, certificates and a cake.

A new beaver colony has recruited 17 young people to the Scout movement.

A snapshot of life in June 2002

People with mischievous dogs in Hertfordshire are being called on to take part in the new series of ‘Dogs Behaving Badly’.

A pedestrian who was struck by a bus has died, police have confirmed.

Update: Woman dies after collision with bus in Rickmansworth

Watford's iconic bandstand will play host to a summer of free live music and dance performances.