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Mirfin rejoins Scunthorpe
Watford defender David Mirfin has rejoined Scunthorpe United on loan until the end of the season. MIrfin joined the Hornets from the Iron in the summer on a free transfer but has found himself out of favour, with Sean Dyche deciding to sign
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Dyche provides update on Sordell and Mariappa
Watford manager Sean Dyche has confirmed striker Marvin Sordell is on the verge of joining a Premier League club. Sordell was pulled out of tonight’s match with Millwall by owner Laurence Bassini around two hours before kick-off after bids
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Sordell-less Watford beat Millwall
Watford adapted to life without Marvin Sordell with relative ease as both of their strikers scored in a 2-0 win over Millwall. Sordell looks almost certain to leave the Hornets this evening after a bid for the England Under-21 striker was accepted.
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From Crohns disease to a bowel transplant being a patient isn't easy - 310112
Well the new antibiotics are making a difference, just not sure if it is a good or bad one? Over the last day life in my bowel transplant recovery has been a little different. I guess that different is good, it means that I don't always know what to expect
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Sordell set to leave Watford
Watford striker Marvin Sordell is set to leave the club, the Watford Observer understands. The Hornets striker was made available for transfer by the club and looked set to join Cardiff City after their Championship rivals matched the £3m asking
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Six Sarries retained for Six Nations opener
Six Saracens players have been retained by interim England coach Stuart Lancaster in his reduced 24-man squad for the Six Nations opener against Scotland on Saturday. Mouritz Botha and Matt Stevens are included in the 13 forwards, while
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Mariappa 'rejects Wigan'
Adrian Mariappa has turned down the chance to move to Wigan Athletic, reports this evening claim. The Watford Observer reported earlier that Roberto Martinez had come back with an improved offer for the centre-half after the Latics’ first approach
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Should Estate Agents Work on Saturdays?
Should Estate Agents Work on Saturdays? That might seem a ridiculous question with a very obvious answer, but I’ve noticed a worrying trend that has made me ask it. I’ve found that more and more agencies are employing weekend ‘viewing
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Are you Dame for a Laugh?
The Hospice of St Francis is on the hunt for men to show they are “Dame for a Laugh” by joining in a sponsored fancy dress jaunt. Men willing to don a dress, high heels, wigs and handbags are needed for the event which will take place on April
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Discuss the action as it happens
The Watford Observer is hoping fans will enjoy interacting pre-match, during the game and after the final whistle has blown on our website. Twitter users can contribute just by adding the #WatfordFC hashtag and for those of you not on the social
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Watford considering Wigan bid
The Hornets are considering a fresh bid for Adrian Mariappa from Wigan Athletic, the Watford Observer understands. The Latics had a bid for the defender rejected this morning but we understand Roberto Martinez has come back with an improved
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Bushey housing plan is thrown out by planners
A large housing development will not now be built in north Bushey after the plans were rejected by Hertsmere planners. Developer Zog Investments Ltd applied for permission to build 22 new homes and a separate nursery on a former West Herts
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Depression and anxiety led to Watford man's suicide
A father gassed himself to death in his car in a Watford car park as he felt his family’s lives would be better without him, an inquest heard. A suicide note found next to Alastair Alexander after police discovered his body in the car park
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Hoping to make a splash with toddlers
A Watford woman has launched a swimming drive in a bid to teach toddlers across the county to swim and raise cash for charity. Georgie Hibbs, 27, has teamed up with Swimkidz, an organisation which provides swimming lessons to toddlers and children,
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Residents' chance to have their say on Croxley Green developments
Croxley Green residents can have their say on the new rail link and proposed school at a local area forum next week. The meeting will take place on Tuesday February 7, at Harvey Road School, at 7.30pm. There will be a presentation on the Croxley
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Bus company to pay for damage to green
A bus company has agreed to pay for repairs to the green in Croxley Green after a bus became stuck on the grass, and had to be dug out. The Arriva vehicle became stuck on the grass near the Coach and Horses pub, blocking the road, at about 3pm on Friday
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Charities benefit from Abbots Langley Tough Ten cash
THOUSANDS of pounds have been given to community groups and organisations across Hertfordshire, raised by those who took part in last year’s Abbots Langley Tough Ten run. Having completed the annual ten kilometre race in October, participants
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Oxhey Woods to host winter tree identification workshop
A new wildlife project in Oxhey Woods launches this weekend with a workshop on how to identify trees in winter. As part of a £200,000 scheme to reinvigorate the local nature reserve in South Oxhey, the Countryside Management Service is running courses
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Radlett station cash machine to go 'free' next month
COMMUTERS will be able to withdraw cash at Radlett railway station free of charge after First Capital Connect agreed a contract with a new ATM supplier. The current charge of £1.80 to use the Watling Street station’s ATM will be abolished when
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Masterclasses will raise cash for charity as fun and fitness goes free
A leisure centre in Bushey is offering free activities and raising money for forces charity Help for Heroes this weekend. Free fitness and fun sessions in the gym and swimming pool will be run at Bushey Grove, in Aldenham Road, on Saturday and Sunday
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Whichelow leaves on loan
Watford forward Matty Whichelow has joined League One-strugglers Wycombe Wanderers on a one-month loan. Whichelow scored a hat-trick against Wanderers in a reserve game last week and it persuaded Gary Waddock to make a move for the 20-year-old. Waddock
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Essex Arms helps to raise £20,000 for MS Society
A pub in Watford was one of ten which joined forces to raise £20,000 for the Multiple Sclerosis Society. The Essex Arms in Langley Way, together with another nine Ember Inns pubs, has organised days out, quizzes and sponsored challenges to
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Confusion over Newcastle bid
Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew claims he has made a "final" bid for Adrian Mariappa but, bizarrely, the Watford Observer understands the offer has yet to be lodged with the Hornets. Pardew told journalists in the North East this afternoon
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Smith to assess options after US league cancellation
England international Kelly Smith admits she is not sure where she will be playing her club football this year following the cancellation of the 2012 Women’s Professional Soccer League in America. The Watford-born forward was due to return
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Watford could make more signings
Sean Dyche has said Watford may make additional signings before the transfer window closes tonight. The Hornets signed Fulham winger Alex Kacaniklic on loan yesterday morning and in the afternoon, Dyche revealed he is still looking to strengthen
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Mirfin departure depends on Mariappa transfer
Scunthorpe United are hoping Adrian Mariappa remains at Watford as their loan bid for David Mirfin is unlikely to go ahead if the Hornets' vice captain leaves the club today. Mirfin was signed from Scunthorpe in the summer as immediate cover for Mariappa
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Watford charity helps old and needy keep well and warm this winter
A Watford charity is helping the old and vulnerable stay warm and well this winter. As part of the joint Hertfordshire County Council and NHS Hertfordshire campaign to prevent cold-weather related deaths and illnesses this winter, West Herts
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Watford turn down another Mariappa bid
The Hornets have turned down another bid for sought-after defender Adrian Mariappa - this time from Wigan Athletic, the Watford Observer understands. Watford turned down three bids for Mariappa from Newcastle United last week and another offer
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Ugandan wildlife under spotlight at Abbots Langley group's AGM
A talk on Uganda and its natural beauty were central to this month’s meeting of Abbots Langley Flower Arrangement Society. On Thursday, January 26, guest speaker Geoff Clinton presented an illustrated lecture on his trips to east African country
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Hogg should return when Watford face old friends
Watford should welcome back midfielder Jonathan Hogg against Millwall tonight. Hogg missed the game against Tottenham Hotspur due to an on-going knee injury but he is expected to return tonight, with long-term absentees Martin Taylor and Stephen
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Arts and crafts grant for care home
An Arts and Crafts scheme at a Watford care home has been given financial help from Hertfordshire County Council. Greenbanks Care Home has been given a £200 grant to supplement £400 which has been raised by residents to support the scheme. The sessions
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Main road in Watford closed after motorbike crash
A main road in Watford was closed off this morning after a crash between a car and a motorbike. Part of Hempstead Road was sealed off after the accident between a blue Yamaha and red Land Rover Discovery at the junction with Grove Mill Lane
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Crash closes Hempstead Road in Watford
Reports are coming in of an accident that has closed Hempstead Road, between Courtlands Drive and Hunton Bridge in Watford. This is causing traffic chaos in Courtlands Drive, Grove Mill Lane, the Hunton Bridge Roundabout and the surrounding area.
