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Fans delighted as Ella Henderson performs at bakery... and hands out cookies
Fans of popstar Ella Henderson were treated to a live acoustic set as the singer performed her new single at a bakery in Bushey. The former X-Factor contestant appeared at Matty's Kitchen in High Road, Bushey, on Sunday afternoon to the delight
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Map reveals every sighting of the venomous false widow spider in the UK
The UK is home to many creepy crawlies, from the common daddy long-legs spider, scientifically known as the Pholcidae, to the Cave spider and the quick-moving Jumping spider. However, away from the harmless and more common spiders that are often
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Police 'concerned for welfare' of missing woman
Police are appealing for help to trace a woman who has gone missing from Hertfordshire. Gabriel, aged 30, from Hemel Hemsptead, was last seen on Sunday, October 6 She is described as 5ft 2in with short black hair and of medium build. Gabriel
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In memoriam: Death notices in the Watford Observer last week
The Watford Observer published five death notices in the seven days up to Thursday. Every week, the Watford Observer publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing
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'Lifeline cut for almost 10,500 Watford pensioners'
Although the term isn’t used in the news as much these days, the cost-of-living crisis continues to have a big impact on many of us. With winter approaching, the recent increase in the energy price cap and the decision to cut the Winter Fuel Payment
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Car rental proposal among the latest planning applications in your area
A proposal by a car rental giants to move to a new site is among the latest planning applications submitted to Watford, Three Rivers, Dacorum and Hertsmere councils. The Watford Observer has reported that Enterprise has submitted an application
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Save £10 on ‘Anny’s Winter Orange’ with You Garden
If you’re looking to add colour to your garden this autumn and winter, then Cornus sanguinea 'Anny's Winter Orange' would make a good choice. With its stunning coral-pink autumn leaves and orange-red winter stems, it is great for year-round
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Pop star performs at Bushey bakery
Popstar Ella Henderson was in Bushey today performing her new single 'Filthy Rich' at Matty's Kitchen. The popular bakery in High Road, Bushey Heath, hosted the special event from 12 to 2pm today (Sunday, October 13). Ella was expected to perform
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'The deal was done and I was pretty much on my way out'
Back in January, Mattie Pollock had packed his stuff up and was all set to leave Watford and move to play in Europe. The defender had signed for the Hornets in the summer of 2021, but his chances in the first team had been very limited. He’
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The mystery of this century-old view
This lovely picture is more than a century old but it is not known where it was taken from. The Watford Observer is delighted to share pictures from the archive at Watford Museum and this week we look back at this view of Leavesden. The museum
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Community centre applies for alcohol licence
Alcohol will be able to be sold at a community centre if a licence is granted. Oxhey Hall Community Association has applied for a premises licence to sell alcohol and play recorded music at Oxhey Hall Community Centre. Details of the application
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The welcoming warm spaces around Watford open to all this winter listed
Many households are struggling with the cost of living, including recent rises in the price of energy. To help residents, we're working with the local councils, businesses and other organisations to provide a Warm Spaces directory. During
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24 more snaps of new school starters from Watford Observer's photo special
A total of 48 pictures of new starters from 28 schools in Watford and the surrounding area were featured in our popular ‘First Class’ supplement in Friday’s edition. Many readers will have already picked up a copy but if you haven’t, or have missed
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Inside the gorgeous family home with a dream kitchen on sale for £1.1m
A gorgeous five-bedroom Victorian semi-detached home has hit the property market and it's not to be missed. Set on Oxhey Road, the large property comes with a £1,195,000 price tag, off-street parking, and three bathrooms while retaining many original
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Young mum Agatha seeks new home
Hello, I’m Agatha, a two-year-old girl looking for a new home after coming into the National Animal Welfare Trust with my kittens three months ago. They’re now old enough to go to their own homes so I’m looking forward to finally having some time
