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Porteous thinks facing Luton at Kenilworth Road is just the game for him

If you are one of the fans that has shared what their Watford team would be to face Luton and have selected Ryan Porteous because he’s the right man for the occasion, then the Scottish international agrees with you. Despite having something of

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Man pleads guilty to stealing food and drink

A man from Watford has been fined after pleading guilty to shoplifting. Marc Harwood, of Leavesden Road, was arrested and charged with theft at 12.30pm on Wednesday after stealing food and drink from the Marks and Spencer in St Peters Street, in

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Cleverley felt pain of last defeat at Luton from the dug-out

The injury that was to eventually lead him to call time on his playing career ruled Tom Cleverley out the last time Watford played at Kenilworth Road. It was April 1, 2023, and the fools that day were definitely the ones in the black and white

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DVLA issues number plate warning to UK drivers - how to avoid £1,000 fines

The DVLA has issued an alert to all UK drivers, advising them what to do if they have their number plate stolen. If your plates are stolen, you must report them to the police and order replacement number plates, the DVLA says. When arranging

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Library finds new location six months after fire forced closure

A library left without a home ever since a fire six months ago has finally found a temporary location. Rickmansworth Library has begun offering activities from the 1st Rickmansworth Scout Headquarters in Ebury Road, this week. Space is limited

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Travel agent wins at prestigious national business awards

A travel agent and mum-of-two from Abbots Langley has realised a near-decade long dream after being recognised at a prestigious national awards ceremony. Lisa McCallum won a silver award in the Best Customer Service category at the 2024 Best Business

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When much-loved TV quiz show presenter opened a summer fete

One of the most popular forms of family entertainment in the 1980s was sitting down together to watch a game or quiz show on TV. Programmes including Blankety Bank, the Generation Game and Family Fortunes became huge hits – and so did one that involved

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Watford have won four times at Kenilworth Road in the last 40 years

Watford head to Kenilworth Road tomorrow with just four wins at the home of their arch rivals in the last 40 years. For much of those four decades, the difference in divisions of the two sides means they have only had limited opportunities to face

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Watford misses out but neighbouring town makes it into '300 best places to live' list

Watford has once again missed out as a popular lifestyle publication revealed its best places to live, although a neighbouring village made the cut. Muddy Stilettos has launched its 2025 list of the 300 best places to live in the UK, with Kings

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Man due in crown court over alleged GBH at Bushey train station

A man is due to appear in crown court over alleged GBH at Bushey train station. Gerard Considine, 49, appeared in Highbury Corner Magistrates’ Court yesterday (October 17) charged with wounding or inflicting grievous bodily harm without intent.

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Have your say on plans for 4,000 new homes

A consultation has been launched to get residents opinions on plans for 4,000 new homes to built on a 975-acre site in Hemel Hempstead. The East Hemel site lies between Redbourn Road and Hemel Hempstead Road, and represents an attractive site for

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Future Academies Watford wins 'School of the Year' award

A Watford school has been recognised for its "outstanding achievements" after winning a top award. Future Academies Watford was named 'School of the Year' at the Future Academies annual conference. Each year, the academy trust, which runs 10

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Taylor . . . Boothroyd . . . could Cleverley be next to win at Luton?

If anything can act as a metaphorical kick up the backside, then being soundly beaten 3-0 at Preston is well up there. Watford had beaten league leaders Sunderland just a few days before, but they were sent packing from Deepdale with their tails

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'Potential pollution' probe as 'more than 100 fish killed in stream'

Conservationists are “extremely worried” amid reports of 100 dead fish at a nature reserve as the Environment Agency investigates “potential pollution”. A nearby resident alerted Maple Lodge Nature Reserve after finding dead fish in “milky” discoloured

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Man arrested for cocaine and cannabis possession after drugs bust

A man has been arrested after a police raid that uncovered "a large array" of class A and B drugs, as well as a knife, at an address in Oxhey. Officers from Three Rivers Police's Operation Scorpion unit executed a misuse of drugs warrant earlier

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Impressive start to season for Baah is rewarded with new contract

Kwadwo Baah has signed a new five-year contract with Watford. The 21-year-old forward has been hugely impressive this season on the back of a summer where he had a run of games in pre-season. That form has been rewarded with a new deal that

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Man arrested on suspicion of receiving stolen goods

A man from Hemel Hempstead has been arrested on suspicion of receiving stolen goods. The arrest was made at a retail premises yesterday as part of an ongoing police crackdown on shoplifting. The 40-year-old has been bailed while enquiries continue

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Love Island finalist pays a visit to Watford restaurant

Staff at a Watford restaurant enjoyed a visit from a Love Island finalist. Sean Stone, who came third alongside Matilda Draper in this summer’s series, stopped by Wingers in The Parade on Wednesday morning (October 16). The 24-year-old sweet

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DWP update as thousands ordered to repay benefits over 'innocent mistake'

Debts unwittingly racked up by carers due to overpayments of their allowance should be written off immediately, the Government has been urged as it announced a review into the issue. Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall acknowledged the problem

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Sainsbury's apologises customers as FSA issues 'do not eat' warning

Sainsbury’s has apologised to customers who have been issued a “do not eat” warning over one of the supermarket’s products. Sainsbury’s is recalling its own brand Onion Rings because they pose a possible health risk to some customers. The onion

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Mum issues washing machine warning to parents after explosion

A mum is warning parents not to let their children 'watch' the washing machine - after her's 'exploded' and left her son dripping in blood. Amie McCarthy nearly collapsed when she turned her head to find her 15-month-old toddler covered in blood

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Freeview launching and closing channels amid 'important changes' to UK TVs

Freeview is making some changes including launching new channels and shutting others down.  So with that in mind, you might fancy giving your set-top box or TV a retune. The popular free-to-view service has just announced some 'important changes

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Supermoon, comet and Elon Musk's satellites spotted over Watford

Watford stargazers were delighted by multiple rare treats last night with reported sightings a supermoon, comet, and satellites. Readers have shared photos of the “largest and brightest” supermoon of the year, “the comet of the century” Comet A3

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He has respect for old boss Edwards but Cleverley out to 'inflict pain'

Current form counts for very little in any derby game, and Tom Cleverley says his plans for the match at Luton on Saturday are not influenced by their recent results. And having been a player under him at Vicarage Road, the Watford boss has much

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Disruption 'likely' as fog yellow weather warning issued for Herts

A yellow weather warning has been issued for all of Hertfordshire - with disruption to travel expected. The Met Office’s latest weather warning for the county has been in place since around 4am on Friday, October 18, after heavy fog was due to

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M25 50-minute delays after crash - recap

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Car park management responds after claims of 'faulty' payment machines

The under-fire company responsible car parks in Watford town centre has hit back at claims customers are being unfairly fined for parking they have paid for. The Watford Observer has reported on issues with cashless payment machines at the Gade

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Drivers warned of delays as two major Watford roads to shut for works

Drivers are set to face delays when two of Watford’s busiest roads are shut later this month to allow works to be carried out. A daytime closure is due to start in Clarendon Road on October 26 to enable repairs to be carried out on a pedestrian

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Two youngsters sign new professional contracts

Two regulars in Watford’s Under-21 team have signed new contracts with the club. Forward Michael Adu-Poku has agreed a new three-year deal, with the option of an additional two years, while defender James Clarridge has put pen to paper on a new

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October court round up: 7 Watford drivers slapped with fines

Watford motorists have had to cough up hundreds of pounds in fines after being found guilty of driving related offences this month. These seven people were all ordered to pay fines at magistrates’ courts so far in October. They also face penalty

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Taylor Trek in memory of Watford FC manager raises charity funds

Charity staff, volunteers, beneficiaries, and Watford FC legends and academy players participated in a charity walk around Watford and surrounding areas on Sunday in memory of Watford FC manager Graham Taylor. The third instalment of the Taylor