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South Oxhey man prepares for 'incredible' Olympics opening ceremony
South Oxhey resident Mark Sullivan is in no doubt that the months of gruelling rehearsals will be worth it when he steps out into the Olympics opening ceremony tonight (Friday). Mr Sullivan, 42, has been travelling to rehearsals in east London
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Watford roads closed for traveller funeral
Roads were closed in Watford today for the funeral procession of a traveller. Mildred Avenue and Durban Road West were partially closed off as mourners made their way to North Watford Cemetery. Hertfordshire Constabulary said it was also aware
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Views on borough's streets published
The best and worst aspects of Hertsmere’s streets have been highlighted in a handbook designed to guide any future redevelopment projects. The Streetscape manual is produced by Hertsmere Borough Council and was formally adopted this month.
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My continued story of my new bowel.....
Wednesday, 25 July 20125.41pm The time between blog posts seems to be getting longer. Some will say thank goodness and for those who don't I apologise for my tardiness. In truth I have been all over the place this last week or so both healthwise
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Olympic flame honour for deaf footballer
Ben Lampert, from Watford, was honoured to carry the Olympic flame through Harrow earlier this week. The 27-year-old sportsman plays for the GB Deaf football team and has taken on his own skills and experiences to coach deaf children. He has
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Cycle ride in memory of Wayne Pope
Family and friends of Wayne Pope are to get into the saddle for the seventh annual cycle ride to raise money for life-saving equipment. The ride takes place every year close to the birthday of Wayne Pope, who died of Sudden Adult Death Syndrome
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'The fact they do things differently attracted me to here'
Chris Ashton admits the unique approach of Saracens was the biggest reason behind his summer move from Northampton Saints. The England international winger was attracted to the club after coming up against them and hearing about the innovative
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School playground project launched
Students from Coates Way School in Watford will be able to enjoy a brand new playground facility when they return to school in September, following a £4,000 donation. The project was formally launched at the school on Tuesday, July 17 by school
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Supersonic show in Charter Place
Travel the universe this weekend from the comfort of Charter Place as radio producer and presenter Ronnie Lafrenchette entertains shoppers with her live The Supersonic Time Machine show and introduces guest musicians. Ronnie has a regular spot
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Fire investigation highlights failings
AN investigation into a fire that ripped through the roof of Bushey sheltered accommodation Storey Court has exposed a catalogue of failings by Aldwyck Housing Group. Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service’s report found emergency hose reels were
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Friday, July 27, 2012
Watford Observer of Friday, July 27, 2012
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Firefighters called after roof collapses
Fire fighters were called to Watford after a roof collapsed above a shop in the High Street. The structure, above a pawnbrokers shop, fell through at about 1.30pm yesterday. Nobody was hurt. An aerial platform and two fire engines were called
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Family's nine-year wait for hospital apology
A Garston family has had to wait nine years for an apology from health bosses for a brain injury that left their baby daughter severely disabled and dependent on care for the rest of her life. Lhana Bedoya’s brain was starved of oxygen while she
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Boxing champ’s son convicted of assaulting father’s girlfriend
The son of a former champion boxer has been convicted of assaulting his father’s partner after accusing her of spreading rumours he was violent towards women. Cassius Abrahams, 24, denied grabbing and holding Rudoulla Panayi’s wrist, causing her
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Is embargo the reason for lack of Watford signings?
The Football League and Watford have both refused to comment on whether the club’s lack of signings is due to a transfer embargo. The Hornets have no less than seven new players, some of whom have been there more than two weeks, but there has been