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Our second shirt winner
CONGRATULATIONS to Mark Finch, who survived an astonishing late surge from Mr C Clack to win the second England shirt on offer in The Watford Observer's World Cup competition. Mark, who was well placed in second after the first round of group matches,
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Sarries clear up Califano controversy
SARACENS have finally put an end to the persistent speculation surrounding the signing of the French prop Christian Califano, by confirming his place in the squad for next season. The arrival of Califano, who has spent the past season in New Zealand with
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Driver dies after swerving off M1
A DRIVER died in hospital after his car swerved off the motorway, crossed the hard shoulder and crashed into a field. The 39-year-old man from Luton was travelling south along the M1 at 2.20pm on Sunday afternoon. A short distance after passing junction
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Mini-tennis courts served up for 'kids'
THE first mini-tennis courts in Hertfordshire are to be officially opened in St Albans next week. The Kids' Zone at Greenwood Park Lawn Tennis Club in Tippendell Lane, Chiswell Green, will be unveiled next Saturday, June 15. The facility is aimed at attracting
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Football legends charity auction
A CHARITY auction is being held this month to raise money for a CT scanner at Hemel Hempstead Hospital. An exclusive album of signed colour photographs of football heroes is up for grabs, along with other unique soccer memorabilia. Among the 30 pictures
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Fans back pay cuts
WATFORD players should took a pay cut in the wake of the ITV Digital debacle, their fans say. In an exclusive online poll carried out by The Watford Observer, around 75 per cent of those who voted favoured the players taking their share of the reponsibility
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Hornets' board begin life without Elton
FOLLOWING the fall-out from the resignation of chairman Sir Elton John, Watford's board has to pick up the pieces. Directors, surprised and possibly stunned by the developments, are in the process of designing a support package for the club's financial
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Sven-Goran Eriksson, England coach
"TWENTY per cent? That's a lot. That's not good for the economy." The England coach's reaction to the news that one in five people took time off work to watch the 1-0 triumph over Argentina. June 10, 2002 11:30
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Sven-Goran Eriksson, England coach
"TWENTY per cent? That's a lot. That's not good for the economy." The England coach's reaction to the news that one in five people took time off work to watch the 1-0 triumph over Argentina. June 10, 2002 11:30
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A potential quiz question
WHAT could Argentina, Italy, Germany, Portugal and France all have in common? Well, they could all yet lift the World Cup, but, the way this absolutely unbelievable tournament is shaping up, they could all be catching the first flight home. All five of
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St Albans Movie Makers
Competition gardens; United Reformed Church Hall, Homewood Road, St Albans; 7.45pm; contact Alan Gardner 01582 763106 or Alan Ward 01727 869682 or <www.theiac.org.uk>. June 10, 2002 21:00
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Hank Marvin
Classic tracks and new material from the legendary Shadows guitarist; Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans; 7.30pm; tickets 16.50 to 18.50 from the box office on 01727 844488. June 10, 2002 21:00
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Watford Camera Club
Meets for the final print and slide competition; Watford Central Library, Lecture Room, Hempstead Road, Watford; Friday, June 7, 7.30pm. June 10, 2002 21:00
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Passing Shadows
A multi-media exhibition presented by Artists Access to Art Colleges Scheme; The Bull, High Street, Barnet; runs until June 15. June 10, 2002 21:00
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Passing Shadows
A multi-media exhibition presented by Artists Access to Art Colleges Scheme; The Bull, High Street, Barnet; runs until June 15. June 10, 2002 21:00
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Sven-Goran Eriksson, England coach
"TWENTY per cent? That's a lot. That's not good for the economy." The England coach's reaction to the news that one in five people took time off work to watch the 1-0 triumph over Argentina. June 10, 2002 10:30
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Discovering Egypt
Exhibition based around life and death in Ancient Egypt; Museum of St Albans, Hatfield Road, St Albans; Mondays to Saturdays, 10am to 5pm, Sundays 2pm to 5pm; admission free; until October 20. June 10, 2002 21:00
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Semi-acoustic weekend wind down
Floor spots welcome, free drink to performers; The Blue Angel Acoustic Caf; The Horn, Victoria Street, St Albans; every Sunday 7.30pm to 10.30pm; admission free. June 10, 2002 21:00
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The History of the Palace Theatre
Watford Musuem, Lower High Street, Watford; runs from May 18 to August 3. June 10, 2002 21:00
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Afternoon Tea Dance
Dancing and social club, over 50s welcome, every Thursday; Catholic Church Hall, Beaconsfield Road, St Albans; 2pm to 4pm; details on 01727 857106. June 10, 2002 21:00
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St Albans Abbey Folk Dance Club
Meetings every Thursday; St Stephen's Church hall, Watling Street, St Albans; every Thursday, 7.45pm to 9.45pm; all welcome; for more details call Brenda on 01727 846606. June 10, 2002 21:00
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Sven-Goran Eriksson, England coach
"TWENTY per cent? That's a lot. That's not good for the economy." The England coach's reaction to the news that one in five people took time off work to watch the 1-0 triumph over Argentina. June 10, 2002 09:30
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Jon Champion, ITV commentator
"UTTER silence - 60,000 Koreans in one fell swoop." Jon Champion's description of the Korean fans' reaction to Clint Mathis' goal for the United States. June 10, 2002 09:30
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Jon Champion, ITV commentator
"UTTER silence - 60,000 Koreans in one fell swoop." Jon Champion's description of the Korean fans' reaction to Clint Mathis' goal for the United States. June 10, 2002 09:30
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Argentine Tango
School of Dancing, 14 Nascot Road, Watford; Thursdays, 8pm, followed by practice session; no partner required, complete beginners welcome. Tel. 01923 210016 for further details. June 10, 2002 21:00
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Nifty 50's Club
Meets for badminton, bowls, Scrabble and other activities; YMCA, Charter Place, Watford; Wednesdays, 2pm to 5pm. June 10, 2002 21:00
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XRR Photographic Society
Meets for photographic demonstration by various speakers and competitions; Williams Hall, Seventh-day Adventist Church, St Albans Road, Garston; Wednesdays, 7.45pm; new members and visitors welcome. June 10, 2002 21:00
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Harvest End Women's Club
Meets at Meriden Community Centre, Garston; every Wednesday, 7.30pm. New members very welcome. June 10, 2002 21:00
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Bedmond Women's Institute
Meets at the Bedmond Village Hall, Bedmond; every Friday, 7.30pm. New members are always welcome. June 10, 2002 21:00
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Mast proposal turned down
A PROPOSAL by a mobile phone company to extend an existing mast in Bushey was turned down by Hertsmere Borough Council last week. Members of Bushey and Aldenham planning sub-committee voted against the three-metre extension at the site in Merry Hill Road
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Nick Page Trio
Melodic jazz and bossa nova every Friday in the bar; Batchwood Golf and Tennis Club, Batchwood Drive, St Albans; 8.30pm; entry free. June 10, 2002 21:00
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Traditional Music Sessions
Every Thursday mainly English and Irish traditional tunes and songs everyone welcome to listen or to play; Rose & Crown, St Michael's Street, St Albans; 9pm. June 10, 2002 21:00
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Allah has blessed mayor, says school founder
MAYOR Dorothy Thornhill is the right person to lead Watford into a bright multi-cultural future, according to the man behind the town's Arabic School. Dr Abdel Ghany Saleh paid glowing tribute to Mayor Thornhill at an event celebrating her recent election
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Paintings by Black Beauty artist fetch £71,700
TWO oil paintings by the outstanding Bushey-based Black Beauty artist Lucy Kemp-Welch (1869 to 1958) fetched £71,700 when they were auctioned at Christie's in London on Friday. Before the auction art experts estimated the pictures would fetch only £45,000
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Chance meeting opens door to 65 years of marriage for Bushey couple
AYRES and graces were far from servant Maudie Coots' mind when she opened the door to the delivery boy. But Mr Maurice Ayres offered her bacon, milk and, eventually, his hand in marriage after a four-year courtship. Last week, the couple, of Highwood
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Artists sells out
BOVINGDON artist Mary Beard showed 23 of her pictures at St Lawrence Hall in her second ever public exhibition. By Saturday afternoon, most had been sold. Mrs Beard overcame opening night nerves to put on the successful display in the church hall, Vicarage
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Firefighter set to record single
A WATFORD born firefighter is fulfilling a life long dream and helping others by recording a single to raise money for New York firefighters and families affected by the September 11 tragedy. Mr Alan Miles, 35, works for West Hampstead fire station and
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Support for Mayor Thornhill
MAYOR Dorothy Thornhill is the right person to lead Watford into a bright multi-cultural future, according to the man behind the town's Arabic School. Dr Abdel Ghany Saleh paid glowing tribute to Mayor Thornhill at an event celebrating her recent election
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Smith suffers cruel injury blow
KELLY SMITH's season was left in tatters after it was confirmed that she has torn the anterior cruciate ligament in her right knee. Smith, 23, sustained the devastating injury in an innocuous incident during the second half of Philadelphia Charge's goalless
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Waiter's Chinese charity odyssey
A WAITER from Bricket Wood is to undertake a gruelling cycle across China this year in aid of a deaf children's charity. Mr Shahin Miah, aged 32, pledged to raise £2,500 for the National Deaf Children's Society (NDCS) after signing up for the Global Charity
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Christian Vieri, Italy player
"THOSE weren't Division One or even Division Two referees, they were village referees." Vieri's scathing attack on English referee Graham Poll and his two assistants after Italy had two goals disallowed in the 2-1 defeat against Croatia. June 10, 2002
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Christian Vieri, Italy player
"THOSE weren't Division One or even Division Two referees, they were village referees." Vieri's scathing attack on English referee Graham Poll and his two assistants after Italy had two goals disallowed in the 2-1 defeat against Croatia. June 10, 2002
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A potential quiz question
WHAT could Argentina, Italy, Germany, Portugal and France all have in common? Well, they could all yet lift the World Cup, but, the way this absolutely unbelievable tournament is shaping up, they could all be catching the first flight home. All five of
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Shenley: Jubilee round up
Shenley: church service at the Old Chapel, Porters Park Drive, 6pm on Sunday, June 9. Jubilee Tea Dance, Shenley Village Hall, London Road, 3pm to 6.30pm on Tuesday, June 11. Line dancing at the Old Chapel, 7.30pm, Wednesday, June 12. Jubilee Disco at
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Fishing Matters Too
More tales from the river bank with Des Taylor and Trefor West; Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans; 7.30pm; tickets 6.50 (informal cabaret layout) from the box office on 01727 844488. June 10, 2002 21:00
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BBAC Annual Embroidery Competition and Exhibition
The Bull Foyer, High Street, Barnet; runs until June 15. June 10, 2002 21:00
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BBAC Annual Embroidery Competition and Exhibition
The Bull Foyer, High Street, Barnet; runs until June 15. June 10, 2002 21:00
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Sven-Goran Eriksson, England coach
"TWENTY per cent? That's a lot. That's not good for the economy." The England coach's reaction to the news that one in five people took time off work to watch the 1-0 triumph over Argentina. June 10, 2002 10:30
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Slimming Magazine Club.
Meets in the town hall assembly rooms, St Albans; every Tuesday, 6.30pm and 7.15pm; details from Ann on 01582 733271. June 10, 2002 21:00
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The History of the Palace Theatre
Watford Musuem, Lower High Street, Watford; runs from May 18 to August 3. June 10, 2002 21:00
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Sven-Goran Eriksson, England coach
"TWENTY per cent? That's a lot. That's not good for the economy." The England coach's reaction to the news that one in five people took time off work to watch the 1-0 triumph over Argentina. June 10, 2002 09:30
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Sven-Goran Eriksson, England coach
"I WAS pleased to see we played football for more than 45 minutes." The England coach's immediate reaction to the victory over Argentina. June 10, 2002 09:30
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Sven-Goran Eriksson, England coach
"I WAS pleased to see we played football for more than 45 minutes." The England coach's immediate reaction to the victory over Argentina. June 10, 2002 09:30
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David Beckham, England captain
"AS soon as the referee blew the whistle I thought 'oh my God' because I knew I was taking the penalty." Beckham reflecting on the pressure he was under for England's winning penalty against Argentina. June 10, 2002 09:30
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David Beckham, England captain
"AS soon as the referee blew the whistle I thought 'oh my God' because I knew I was taking the penalty." Beckham reflecting on the pressure he was under for England's winning penalty against Argentina. June 10, 2002 09:30
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North Watford Air Rifle and Pistol Club
Welcomes safe and enthusiastic new members to shoot indoors at six yards and ten metres range; Christ Church hall, St Albans Road, north Watford; Wednesdays 7.30pm. June 10, 2002 21:00
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Bushey Meads Women's Club
Meets for various speakers, demonstrations and outings; United Reformed Church Hall, High Street, Bushey; every Wednesday, 7.15pm. June 10, 2002 21:00
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Garston Townswomen's Guild
Meets at Our Lady and St Michael's Church Hall, Crown Rise, Garston; every Tuesday, 7.45pm. June 10, 2002 21:00
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Awarded for blood donations
FOUR men from the Watford area have been awarded for their generosity by the National Blood Service for donating blood at least 75 times. Mr Eric Weatherley of St George's Road, Mr John Bunyan of Sandringham Road, Mr James Bell of Holtsmere Close and
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Open Mic Session
Every Wednesday, hosted by local band organised by St Albans blues/rock trio Mojo, guest performers and floor spots are welcome and all performers get a free drink get there early to book your place; Mermaid pub, Hatfield Road, St Albans; admission free
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Song Session Group
Every Monday, traditional and contemporary songs, everyone welcome as singers or spectators; The Bull, High Street, Redbourn; 8.30pm; admission 1; more details from John on 01923 404566. June 10, 2002 21:00
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Mast extension gets the thumbs down
A PROPOSAL by a mobile phone company to extend an existing mast in Bushey has been turned down by Hertsmere Borough Council. Members of Bushey and Aldenham planning sub-committee voted against the three-metre extension at the site in Merry Hill Road,
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Thornhill gains Arabic school's support
MAYOR Dorothy Thornhill is the right person to lead Watford into a bright multi-cultural future, according to the man behind the town's Arabic School. Dr Abdel Ghany Saleh paid glowing tribute to Mayor Thornhill at an event celebrating her recent election
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Sunday Open Mic Night
Every Sunday, house band plus guests, floorspots, players and singers welcome; The Portland Arms, Portland Street, St Albans; 8.30pm. June 10, 2002 21:00
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Traditional and Contemporary Folk and Blues
A warm welcome for all every Thursday evening at the Hollybush Folk Club; informal singers night; Old School Room, Hollybush pub, Church End, Redbourn; 8.15pm to 11.15pm; admission 2 on the door; further information on 07710 471862 or 07850 163241. June
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WEA celebrates half-century
THE QUEEN is not the only one who recently held a 50 year celebration. The Chorleywood and Rickmansworth branch of the Worker's Eductaion Association marked half a century in existence at The Court, Rickmansworth Road, Chorleywood, with a party attended
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Orbital Dance Club
Ballroom dancing; Orbital Community Centre, Haines Way, Watford; new members welcome; every Tuesday, 2pm to 4pm. Tel: 01923 681054. June 10, 2002 21:00
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Mingles Unattached Over 30's Dance 'n' Rendezvous Club
Remada Jarvis Hotel (A41), Watford Bypass, Watford; no denim, gentlemen shirts and ties required; last entry 10.45pm; every Thursday, 8.45pm. Tel: 020 8393 0914. June 10, 2002 21:00
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Tea Dance
YMCA, Charter Place, Watford; mainly for senior citizens; every Thursday, 2pm to 4pm; admission 1.50. June 10, 2002 21:00
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Ex-army medic on Kenya mission
AN ex-army medic from Garston is hoping to help the poor and sick in Africa by becoming a doctor's assistant in Kenya. Mr Stephen Ashwood, 23, of The Gossamers, is planning to work in two health clinics in Mombasa, and Malindi and supporting the local
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Adventurous couple return home
AN adventurous Watford couple have spent the past few weeks adjusting to living England after an 18 month expedition around Africa in a Land Rover, taking part in community projects. Mr Peter Felton, 33, and Miss Helen Warman, 25, of Hempstead Road, braved
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Blood donors rewarded for generosity
FOUR men from the Watford area have been awarded for their generosity by the National Blood Service for donating blood at least 75 times. Mr Eric Weatherley of St George's Road, Mr John Bunyan of Sandringham Road, Mr James Bell of Holtsmere Close and
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Rain please stay away
WEATHER permitting, the delayed second round of The Watford Observer MET Linden Homes Knockout Cricket Competition will finally get under way this week. West Herts, having conceded home advantage, will be hoping not to be on the receiving end when they
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Welwyn Hatfield At War
A new exhibition about life in the area during the First and Second World Wars; Welwyn Hatfield Museum, Mill House, Mill Green, Mill Green; Tuesdays to Fridays 10am to 5pm, Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays 2pm to 5pm; admission free; until July 14
