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We visit a primary school to see how pupils are keeping safe as they return to class

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The number of key workers in your area - with nearly 100,000 in south west Herts

Decisions to reopen schools made by 'unqualified and well-meaning volunteers'

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List of primary schools that have reopened - and those that remain closed

intu shoppers want sanitiser stations and 10-minute queues, survey finds

Watford FC's Troy Deeney donates signed shirt for NHS raffle

Desks two metres apart - How social distancing will work at these primary schools

Letter: We should be concerned about our supposed democracy

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'Large number' of Frankie & Benny's outlets may close permanently

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Water supply problems continue in Watford after major issues last night

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Bosses could be breaking the law if they force vulnerable people to go to work

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More than 1,000 extra Watford residents claim unemployment benefits over a month

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How meditation can help you cope during the pandemic

Primark bosses reveal if they'll reopen stores with any special sales

Will there be a second wave of Covid-19 in the UK? Here's what experts say

UK government ends 'virtual' parliament: Here's how your MP voted

Major issues with water supply in Watford as reservoir runs dry

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Cemetery to get more space after council agrees on 'pressing need' for expansion

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More detail needed on local lockdowns in case of coronavirus surge, mayor says

'Absolutely vile': Litter left in Cassiobury Park for SECOND weekend in a row

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Fitness instructor raises more than £1,000 to support peace hospice

Flytipping 'significantly increased' at garages since lockdown

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Coronavirus

Local deaths now at lowest levels in whole of 2020

Police shut road for several hours after serious crash

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Watford families show off baking skills during lockdown

Emergency services closed road after car burst into flames

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Letter: Migration is at the heart of our communities

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How an air ambulance charity is transporting Covid-19 patients between hospitals

Blackout Tuesday - This is why it is happening and how you can get involved

Can grandparents babysit their grandchildren? The latest Government advice

'If in any doubt, hang up': NHS test and trace issue phone and text scam alert

These are all the shops reopening in June - including Debenhams, Next and Primark

Unwell Deeney misses training

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Five ways to earn some extra cash while you're stuck at home

Coronavirus R rate in Hertfordshire remains low

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Families left homeless by fire in hotels as community hailed for their response

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Nearly all primary schools have reopened in Hertfordshire, says council

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Hurried social distancing measures can be altered, public health chief says

'We have lost everything' - family left devastated by Watford fire

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Ruislip Lido shuts after hundreds of visitors break social distancing rules

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People encouraged to save water as higher demand leads to supply problems

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Mystery protesters return with new stunt after news on highest death rate

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Letter: Council is trying to protect the character of the town

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What a return to the office might look like when lockdown lifts

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How do I conduct a coronavirus risk assessment?

Primark confirms when it will reopen all stores across England

How this store will allow customers to safely try on jewellery when it reopens

Recipe: How to make quick and easy jammy thumbprint cookies

'Fostering is our way of life'

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'I was worried I would lose everything' – resident recounts terrifying Watford fire

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Dirt bikes seized in operation targeting illegal off-road biking

New images show aftermath of North Watford inferno

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Here's how Watford people will know life is finally back to normal: 1) traffic jams

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Plans for communications mast outside train station in this week's planning applications

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Car dealerships taking steps to reopen safely

Can you provide a loving home for shy Frank?

What a trip to the dentist will look like as practices reopen next week

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Fire crews tackle large fire Watford - recap

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WATCH: Fire spreads through Watford gardens and destroys home as 60 battle blaze

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When will the Space X launch go ahead and how you can watch it live online

Bid for Blissett portrait and help support town’s good causes

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Trending Today

'Do not approach': These are the most wanted criminals in the UK

Full list of McDonald's branches opening in the UK for drive-thru and delivery today

Here's when and where big sporting events such as football and rugby will return

Will there be a second wave of Covid-19 in the UK? Here's what experts say

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Facebook unveils new tool to delete multiple old posts at the same time

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Sport

One positive Covid-19 test, PL reveals

Police to review fixture list

Deeney back at the training ground

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Deeney donates shirt for NHS raffle

Hornets given green light for friendlies

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Hornets head groundsman reflects on new pitch challenges

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FA to adopt 'common sense' approach to player protests

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Kabasele worried about muscle injuries

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Unwell Deeney misses training

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Season-ticket holders given choice over money held for remaining matches

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Ighalo remaining at Old Trafford

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Sancho shows support for George Floyd

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Project Restart boosted by first round of all-clear tests

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On this day: Watford beat Bolton to gain promotion

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Vega hails Hornets fans

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Elite sport given green light to return

Bid for Blissett portrait and help support town’s good causes

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National sport

Niguez’s new club and Nadal’s birthday – what sports stars did on Wednesday

SPFL clubs to offer fans virtual season tickets when new season starts in August

Ryder Cup could fall flat without fans, says Steve Stricker

PFA Players’ Player of the Year 1994 – Eric Cantona

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Read more National sport

Watford FC News

PICTURES: Reinforcing the Hornets' role at the heart of the community

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Police cast doubt on neutral grounds hosting key Premier League games

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Watch

Huge round of applause as NHS staff thank Hornets for sanctuary

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Some Premier League matches may yet be played at neutral grounds

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All Hornets' remaining Premier League games to be televised live as planned return date confirmed

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Premier League set for June 17 resumption

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Deeney reveals online abuse after his training ground concerns

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Nostalgia

Nostalgia: Anger over plans for new football stadium in April 1982

Nostalgia: Watford is declared a boom town in March 1979

Nostalgia: School sets new world record in March 1978

Nostalgia: Preparing for the Queen's Silver Jubilee celebrations in March 1977

Nostalgia: Relief for traffic-choked streets as M25 opens in March 1976

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Nostalgia: Elton John performs sold-out concert in Watford in February 1975

Nostalgia: Town's oldest school closes in February 1974

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Interviews

Springwatch returns to help viewers connect with nature

Springwatch returns to help viewers connect with nature

Fitness enthusiast's mission to get mums moving

New dance show features 'all the best things you love about Strictly’

The world's greatest living explorer embarks on a live tour

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National news

Full list of 497 McDonald’s drive-thrus reopening on Wednesday

Children with African heritage ‘at greater risk from rare Covid-19 syndrome’

In Pictures: Crowds gather in central London for Black Lives Matter protest

Duchess of York charity provides essential items for key and frontline workers

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