Watford Observer
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 08:43:03 +0000North Watford 'stabbing' hearing adjourned with no plea entered
No plea has been entered after the case over an alleged North Watford stabbing last month was due in St Albans Crown Court.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 08:10:00 +0000£2.5bn data centre developer plays down water fears as it closes in on approval
The developer behind a £2.5bn Watford data centre for the former Mercure Hotel has played down fears over its water use after officers recommended approval.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0000Get up to 20% off in Gini London’s mid-season sale event
Now is the time to upgrade your autumn wardrobe for less with Gini London.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:30:00 +0000Man denies keeping brothel in high street but admits controlling prostitution
A man accused of being a pimp in The Parade, Watford, has admitted controlling prostitution but denied running a brothel.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:15:00 +0000Flooding nightmare as road fills with water five times in a week
Residents have faced misery as their road has flooded five times in a week, with water rising higher and higher.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:30:00 +0000Business closed after 'hundreds of tonnes of dumped soil' sparks investigation
A Bushey business has been closed pending an investigation after “tonnes” of soil was dumped at its site.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:15:00 +0000Family business' touching goodbye as closure announced after 30 years on High Street
The Flower Shop in Bushey has shared a touching goodbye message after more than 30 years as a high street fixture.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:50:00 +0000Two Hertfordshire National Lottery winners plan dream homes after £20m wins
Bovingdon and Hemel Hempstead lottery winners have scooped nearly £20m between them and are planning new homes.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:55:00 +0000'Apsley knifeman' - suspect due in court next week over 'blade and sexual assault'
The alleged knifeman charged with sexual assault in Belswain's Lane Apsley will appear in court next week after yesterday’s hearing.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:15:00 +0000Land for 18-storey scheme up for sale - 'flats, hotel, or more floors could be built'
The land for an 18-storey Watford co-living development has been put up for sale with an extra floor, traditional flats, or hotel apparently on the cards.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0000Poundland 'days from collapse' as Harlequin Watford store among branches 'at risk'
Poundland is “days away from collapse”, according to Sky News, putting stores including its Harlequin Watford branch at risk.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0000Get 20% off Lakeland when you spend more than £50 online
Lakeland's Spend & Save event is now on!
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:30:00 +0000'Stress and anxiety' in road after X symbols scratched into cars
X-shaped marks have been scratched into cars in Chester Road, West Watford, leaving neighbours worried theirs could be next.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:30:00 +0000Man due in crown court over Watford 'stabbing' today
A man will appear in court today accused of stabbing a victim in St Albans Road, North Watford last month.
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:44:42 +0000Watford Junction to London Euston trains set for disruption all day - recap
Disruption is set to last until the end of the day after damage to overhead electric wires between London Euston and Watford Junction.
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:09:22 +0000Crash causing heavy M25 traffic as lanes shut - recap
Two lanes of the M25 are currently closed on the way into Hertfordshire from Essex and London following a crash.
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:30:00 +0000Hertfordshire M1, M25, and A1(M) closures this week with works starting tonight
The M1, M25, and A1(M) are set for plenty of overnight closures this week, with works in Hertfordshire.
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 12:10:00 +0000'Sinkhole' near school appeared under bus stop - latest closure details confirmed
Highways officers are investigating after a possible sinkhole was found under a Clarendon Road, Watford town-centre, bus stop.
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 11:45:00 +0000Knife-wielding man who damaged victim's front door gets suspended sentence
A Watford man who threatened a victim with a kitchen knife in West Watford has been given a suspended sentence.
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:15:00 +0000Major plan for 52 family homes - with no flats - submitted amid 'acute need'
Plans have been submitted for 52 new family homes at Watford Riverwell, promising to “integrate seamlessly with surrounding neighbourhoods”.
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0000Experience the magic of Andre Rieu with Just Go Holidays
Violin master André Rieu and his 60-piece Johann Strauss Orchestra have turned classical and waltz music into a worldwide concert touring act, as successful as some of the biggest global pop and rock music acts.
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 05:30:00 +0000Every Hertfordshire secondary school graded in new national newspaper list
Every Hertfordshire secondary school has been graded by The Telegraph based on GCSE results.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:59:14 +000012-year Remembrance tradition returns as poppies installed across North Watford
Remembrance poppies line North Watford, Vicarage and Holywell, with MP Matt Turmaine, cllrs and volunteers honouring those who served.
Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:31:00 +0000Sand, Speedos and forced smiles: My problem with community events
Brett Ellis casts a sceptical eye over community events, from pop-up beaches to shared food, and wonders whether they really bring people together.
Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:47:11 +0000The 'amazing' Watford restaurant with near-perfect reviews
With near-perfect reviews, Toni's Greek Tavern has become one of the most popular restaurants in Watford.
Sun, 25 Oct 2026 13:28:16 +0000Nostalgic videos of 'golden era' of Watford nightlife 24 years ago
New footage has been shared of a pair of Watford town centre nightclubs 24 years ago.
Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:41:36 +0000New 20mph consultation launched for roads in village
A consultation has begun into proposals for fresh 20mph restrictions in a Hertfordshire village.
Sun, 25 Oct 2026 11:46:01 +0000Latest 'attempt to expand' controversial HMO REFUSED
Plans to extend a controversial HMO in Kings Langley have been refused as the long-running row over the property continues.
Sun, 25 Oct 2026 10:40:18 +0000Hertfordshire cinema nominated for prestigious best in Britain award
The Odyssey cinema in St Albans has been named one of Britain’s best and is in the running for a major national award.
Sun, 25 Oct 2026 09:50:56 +0000A-list comedian bringing new tour to Watford Colosseum
Jimmy Carr is bringing his new tour to Watford Colosseum, with tickets now on sale.
Sun, 25 Oct 2026 09:05:30 +0000Major Watford road closed due to 'sinkhole' investigation
A major road in Watford is closed while the county council investigates a potential sinkhole.
Sun, 25 Oct 2026 05:29:00 +0000The 'historical' Hertfordshire walk with great views named among England's best
The best walks in every English county have been named, and the Hertfordshire walking route has been described as "historical".
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:56:08 +0000Watford night shelter to reopen after supporting more than 480 rough sleepers
Watford’s New Hope night shelter reopens on November 9, offering warmth, support and accommodation for up to 15 rough sleepers and their pets this winter.
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:07:07 +0000One of Britain's rarest bats discovered in Hertfordshire
A rare barbastelle bat recorded near Abbots Langley, Hertfordshire, prompts a Serge Hill conservation project with Affinity Water to protect its habitat.
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:44:37 +0000Harlequin's club HQ raises over £1,700 for charity
Harlequin Watford’s Club HQ raised £1,784.54 for Watford FC’s Community Sports & Education Trust through free sport, family fun and wellness sessions.
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:31:54 +0000NEW 10-bay GolfPod opens at Rickmansworth Golf Course with Toptracer technology
A 10-bay GolfPod has opened at Rickmansworth Golf Course, offering Toptracer, all-weather practice, coaching and sessions from £5, with Three Rivers Council.
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:24:20 +0000Three Rivers launches first awards scheme to honour community heroes
Three Rivers District Council launches Pride of Three Rivers Awards, celebrating local heroes, groups and businesses. Nominate by November 30.
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:15:03 +0000Watford Museum to bring Victorian Christmas to life with free family event
Watford Museum’s free Christmas with the Victorians event comes to The Hub at Cassiobury Park on November 28, with crafts, games and festive history.
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 15:50:00 +0100Free food on offer as growing chain opens latest store
Free food will be on offer as growing Indian chain Tikka Nation opens its newest store in Hemel Hempstead.
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 14:27:12 +0100Windows smashed with bricks in attempted burglary
Burglars smashed ground-floor windows with bricks during an attempted robbery.
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 13:41:31 +0100The 'impressive' school praised for its 'high expectations'
With plenty of praise from Ofsted and strong academic performance, Chater Junior School is one of the best in Watford.
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 12:32:23 +0100Evening with FA Cup-winning manager coming to Watford Colosseum
Former Tottenham and West Ham manager Harry Redknapp will be sharing stories from his career at the Watford Colosseum.
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 10:57:58 +0100Elderly cyclist suffers serious injuries in crash with BMW
An elderly cyclist is in hospital with serious injuries after a crash in Watford.
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 09:49:23 +0100Green belt caravan site plan APPROVED to meet 'identified need'
Plans have been approved for a new caravan site on green belt land in Kings Langley.
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 09:07:34 +0100Key road closed AGAIN with disruption to last into November
A key road connecting two Hertfordshire villages is closed again, with disruption set to continue until the start of November.
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 08:14:14 +0100Drug and weapon arrests made in Watford town centre crime crackdown
Arrests have been made over weapon possession and theft as part of a police crackdown on crime in Watford town centre.
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 08:00:00 +0100Stunning Hertfordshire hotel The Grove named among world's best once again
The Grove hotel in Hertfordshire has been named among the best in the world as part of a new list.
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 05:30:00 +0100How much it costs to live in the affluent Hertfordshire village loved by celebrities
Hertfordshire village Brookmans Park is loved by celebrities including Bukayo Saka and Alexandra Burke. Here's what it costs to live there.
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 05:28:00 +0100Hertfordshire 'urban explorers' warned they could be guilty of 'burglary'
Hertfordshire Constabulary warns young urban explorers of dangers in abandoned buildings across Stevenage and Hertsmere, saying trespassing can be burglary.
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 19:22:58 +0100Why the clocks going back can be challenging for older people
The autumn clock change can unsettle familiar routines for older people, affecting sleep, wellbeing and medication reminders.