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Encouraging signs as Watford reward travelling fans with Hibs victory
Those Watford fans who spent the time, money and effort making the long journey north to Edinburgh for a pre-season friendly were rewarded not only with an entertaining victory as Watford won 3-2 at Hibernian tonight, but reasons to feel encouraged
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Mayor writes to government amid Colosseum funding fears
Watford’s mayor has written to the government over “essential” £16m Colosseum funding that has still not been received. The town was delighted when £16,021,788 was secured to bring the iconic venue back into use and deliver upgrades for the wider
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CCTV appeal issued by police after Wickes theft
Herts Police have released a CCTV image in connection with a theft from Wickes near Watford. Suspects targeted the store off Otterspool Way by taking various items and placing them into a basket before leaving with no attempts to pay. Today
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Towed lorry overturns blocking M25 slip road from Watford
There are long delays by the M25 after a lorry being towed was tipped onto its side. Google Maps is reporting 15-minute delays on the A41 either side of the M25 north of the Hunton Bridge Roundabout this afternoon (July 24). Motorists have
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Former Hornet Cowie delighted to sign Grieves on season-long loan
Don Cowie has expressed his delight at signing Jack Grieves after the Watford Academy product completed his season-long loan move to Ross County. The Watford Observer reported yesterday that the 19-year-old was poised to move to the Scottish Premiership
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Police called to Jobcentre over man banned from town centre
Police were called to Watford’s Jobcentre after a man banned from the town centre was allegedly abusing staff. The incident off Exchange Road yesterday (July 23) later saw Matthew King, of Brightwell Road in Watford, charged with failure to comply
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Former village pub near Watford that was demolished and rebuilt
Although this postcard is more than a century old, most of the buildings it depicts are still standing – except one. The Watford Observer has again teamed up with its friends at Watford Museum to look back at structures, objects or businesses from
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Council eyes major town centre revamp - with pyramid possibly demolished
Watford Borough Council is eyeing a major town centre revamp geared towards being more cycle friendly - with the possible demolition of an iconic building. Potential improvements between High Street, the London Overground station and atria Watford's
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Calls for paddling pool to return after fourth splash park closure
Bushey residents have called for a water park to be returned to its former design after it has been plagued by months of issues. The King George Recreation Ground's Splash Pad has been shut since last Thursday (July 18) in what is the fourth closure
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Watford Next in four-store trial that will see customers pay more
Watford’s Next is one of four branches across the country trialling a new charge aiming to reduce plastic waste. The fashion retailer has started asking customers to pay 15p to take clothes hangers home with them, but only at the Waterfields Shopping
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Work to begin on new £55m Herts police HQ after ground breaking ceremony
Work is set to begin on Herts police's new £55 million headquarters after a ground breaking ceremony in Welwyn Garden City. The ceremony marks the beginning of the construction phase for the state-of-the-art building, which will provide a brand-new
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Latest Watford hygiene ratings as restaurant jumps from 0/5 to 3/5
Nine new food hygiene ratings have been shared for the Watford area so far this month, with one shaking off a 0/5 score. Five restaurants, cafés, and takeaways have been awarded a perfect 5/5 hygiene rating after Watford Borough Council inspections
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Public consultation tonight over 'significant development' plans at aerodrome
Residents have been invited to view plans for a “significant development” at an aerodrome near Watford. London Elstree Aerodrome is holding a public consultation in its southeast hangar this evening from 5.30pm to 7.30pm over proposals to build
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Permission to use Grade II* mansion as film hub for 36 months granted
Permission to keep a Grade II* listed mansion, used in The Crown and Mission Impossible, as a film hub for 36 more months has been granted. Hotel group Ralph Trustees Limited has plans to permanently turn Langleybury Mansion and surrounding parkland
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Several Hornets players remain at St George's Park ahead of Hibs friendly
Several first-team players are set to miss out on tonight's friendly at Hibernian after Watford posted a picture of a group of players who have remained at St George’s Park for training. The Hornets are spending the week away from London Colney
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Seaside fun returns as Big Beach coming to Watford town centre
Don’t fret if you can’t make it to the seaside this summer, because all the fun of the beach is coming to Watford. The Parade will be turned into a sandy oasis when the free Big Beach summer attraction returns from August 16 to 30. Families
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Land in road of £1m houses for sale after home build approved
Land in a road where houses sell for millions is up for sale after planning permission for a detached home was granted. A 204-square-metre plot of land in Chorleywood Road, Rickmansworth, has been put on the market by estate agents Hamptons for
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Set sail on incredible 12 day cruise to France, Spain and Portugal and save 10%
Cruise enthusiasts seeking sunshine and cultural immersion can set sail for a 12-night adventure on the luxurious Ambition cruise ship. This enticing itinerary promises to whisk passengers away to some of Europe's most captivating coastal towns
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Families face record bills over £1,000 for summer holiday clubs this year
Families across Great Britain could end up paying record costs for summer holiday clubs this year, research suggests. The charity Coram Family and Childcare surveyed councils across the nations and found that families could face a bill of £1,045
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Man in court over 'repeatedly strangling woman and threats of violence'
Magistrates sent a man to crown court after he was accused of strangling a woman multiple times in Rickmansworth. Bradley McCarthy, of Marsh Lane in Aylesbury, appeared at High Wycombe Magistrates' Court and Family Court on July 15 over a range
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Northern Lights could be visible in the UK from today
The Northern Lights could be visible in the UK again this week, as a moderate geomagnetic storm heads towards Earth, NASA has said. The Aurora Borealis stunned the nation earlier this summer, with dazzling light displays being visible as far south
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Demolition of 'substandard' bungalow approved in new home plan
Plans to knock down a “substandard” Cassiobury Estate bungalow to build a bigger home have been approved. Developers submitted the application to replace the Woodland Drive property in Watford with a four-bedroom house with two main floors and
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Watford road named one of most dangerous in Herts for cyclists
New data has revealed that a major Watford road is one of the most dangerous for cyclists in Hertfordshire. St Albans Road saw 16 minor accidents involving a person on a bicycle last year, according to freedom of information requests sent to Hertfordshire
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New parking rules to be enforced as businesses fear 'big issue'
Village businesses fear new parking restrictions could be a "very big issue" if they push customers to avoid the high street. Bovingdon Parish Council will install signs at Memorial Hall over the next few weeks, after which it will be enforcing
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GP surgeries rated best and worst for helpful receptionists
Patients have had their say on how helpful they find their GP surgery's reception staff - revealing overall which are the highest and lowest rated in and around Watford. As part of the 2024 GP Patient Survey, residents were sent questionnaires
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River Colne celebrated with new 'Tales of the River' podcast series
A new podcast series celebrating the River Colne has been launched by Watford Borough Council. Developed in conjunction with Groundwork East and produced with assistance from West Herts College, the 'Tales of the River' podcast aims to captivate
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Thousands of drivers warned they are risking £100 fines on motorways
Thousands of drivers are risking a £100 fine and three penalty points on their licence every time they drive on the motorway. More than 53,000 incidents of drivers ignoring lane closed signs on smart motorways have been recorded since 2021, new