Here are some of Hertfordshire's most scenic National Trust properties and sites to visit from Ashridge Estate to Morven Park.

Continued operation of an unauthorised scrapyard at the edge of Rickmansworth Aquadrome has been labelled an environmental “disaster”.

The spring jewellery collection from Lily Charmed is quite a charming compilation.

The Watford Observer shines a spotlight on Watford Grammar School for Girls, which had the town's best GCSE results in 2025.

Chinese takeaway Paya, in Radlett, has been handed a 1/5 food hygiene rating with “major improvement” needed in two areas.

Aerial photos of Watford from above in 1963 featuring Watford Junction, Clarendon Road, St Albans Road and the Town Hall roundabout.

Four fire engines were called to a blaze within the industrial shredder by Waterdale Recycling Centre, Garston.

Retrospective plans to demolish and replace a Croxley Green bungalow have gone in after “a greater extent of demolition” was done during an extension.

Multiple vehicles were damaged as a car “exploded” in a fire at the Spire Bushey Hospital car park.

Levelling a Watford green belt site and covering it with materials including demolition waste has landed a landowner in court.

CCTV footage shows the attack at Watford pub The Red Lion which landed two Hornets fans in court.

A safe, silverware, and jewellery were stolen in burglaries at two homes in Chorleywood, Hertfordshire, within days.

Hertfordshire pub, The Gate in Chorleywood, has been called "excellent" and "picture perfect". Find out why.

Upcoming Hertfordshire car boot sales including events in Bushey, Chorleywood and Hemel Hempstead.

Spring’s calling for a fresh start and one UK brand is on a mission to make skin, hair, and self-care products that are kind to you as well as the world we share.

Scenes for recently-released BBC drama Babies were filmed in Watford and nearby, with new pictures shared by Dacorum Borough Council.

The planning inspectorate has refused an appeal over plans for new homes and a care home in Hertfordshire

Latest Hertsmere planning applications include extensions, conversions and landscaping in Radlett, Bushey, Borehamwood, Elstree, Potters Bar and Shenley.

Watford Observer local history columnist Lesley Dunlop explains why Clarendon Road was once known as the 'local Harley Street'.

A charity football match is to be held next month to support a teenager from Bushey who is battling a rare form of cancer.

New padel courts are set to open soon in Watford, Radlett, Hemel Hempstead and Hertford.

This Watford High Street building is now home to a Five Guys fast food restaurant but it is once occupied by well-known wine merchants Findlater's.

Dates have been confirmed for a trio of upcoming Watford Market Lates events.

The latest government data reveals where the cheapest and most expensive petrol stations are around Watford, Rickmansworth, Bushey, and Kings Langley.

A blockbuster showdown between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua moved a step closer after the British rivals traded insults at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday night.

A detached four-bedroom house in a leafy setting next to Cheslyn House and Gardens in Nascot Wood Road, Watford, is up for sale for £1,300,000.

Staffy Sacha, rescued by the National Animal Welfare Trust, seeks a loving UK home as the only pet. Adopt this affectionate dog—contact NAWT today.

Pavilion Bowls Club, a much‑loved sporting and social hub in South Oxhey, is celebrating a landmark year as the club starts the 2026 season after being promoted to the 4th division.

Watford MP Matt Turmaine visited West Herts Amateur Boxing Club and Educational Support CIC to see its work supporting children and young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Chess Valley walk in Hertfordshire has been described as "pleasant" and offers countryside views.

Dacorum Council reviews new planning applications including Gypsy and Traveller pitches, home extensions, garage conversions and tree works in Hemel Hempstead.

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The Watford Observer reviews Aysu Restaurant, which opened earlier this year in High Street.

Fast food chain Wraps and Wings is set to open its new Chorleywood branch on April 20

Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Three Rivers District Council, featuring a range of proposals across Rickmansworth, Croxley Green, Sarratt, South Oxhey, and Carpenders Park

Follow live traffic updates after a crash on the M25 in Hertfordshire between junctions 23 and 24

Plans to build up to 1,400 homes on land to the east of Tring in Hertfordshire have been recommended for approval ahead of a planning committee meeting later this week.

Rapidly-expanding pizza chain Boss Pizza is opening a new store in Hemel Hempstead today (April 11).

Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Watford Borough Council.

The Harlequin shopping centre is set to welcome another new shop, with tech repair store I Mend Gadgets "coming soon".

A teenager's mother says he was "lucky to walk away" with only minor injuries after a hit-and-run in Watford.

A contemporary six-bedroom detached house has come to market on Hempstead Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, priced at £2,350,000.

Chipperfield, Cassiobury Park and Arundel Castle are among this week's photos celebrating springtime from the Watford Observer Camera Club.

Fly-tippers in Hertsmere could be identified on a 'wall of shame' and fines could more than triple to £1,000, if plans are agreed.

There will be a Star Wars theme when Watford Mencap’s 10K, 5K and 1K Fun Run returns to Cassiobury Park, Watford, on May 4.

Ayot Green has been described as "lovely" and peaceful and has previously been named among the best in Hertfordshire.

Eleven Hertfordshire buses are set to move onto new timetables from next week, including the 20, 322, and 302.

Bargain lovers in Bushey will be able to hunt for deals at a new location in Bushey from April 19.

A pair of Hertfordshire dads have won a combined £549,343.80 in National Lottery draws.

Residents were forced to evacuate as a fire broke out at a North Watford home.