Alas, readers I feel autumn has arrived so it will soon be time for me to regale you with tales of yesteryear around a burning fire rather than walking down Memory Lane via Lovers Leap and Dead Men's Gulch. When do you decide, gentlemen, to put on
The following announcements were carried in the Watford Observer last week: BARRINGER Shirley – Sadly passed away peacefully on 27th September 2021 at River Court Care Home, aged 87. Loving mother and step-grandmother, she will be greatly missed
Watford Market is set to host a Halloween themed night with entertainment, street food and fun. After the success of its first-ever night market organised by Watford Borough Council and Market Asset Management in September, everyone is invited
A spooky Halloween adventure has been set up in the grounds of an Ashridge estate for this half term. From Monday 25 to Thursday 28 October between 9.30am to 4.30pm, families can come and venture through The Gruesome Gardens in Ashridge House,
Hertfordshire’s public health chief stressed this week that work is still ongoing to convince some apprehensive groups to take up the Covid vaccine. During a virtual media briefing last week, Mr McManus appeared happy about the uptake of the vaccine
Cultural and creative businesses in Watford have been invited to apply for Government grants of up to £10,000. Applications are open for financial support for local creative businesses and freelancers in the town. The Watford Cultural Support
Nominations are now open for an awards ceremony which recognises local people and organisations actively making the town a better place to live and work in. The ceremony, Watford’s 16th Audentior Awards, will take place on Friday March 4, 2022
Nicolas Nkoulou believes Claudio Ranieri can help him improve and said he is excited about playing for Watford in the Premier League. The defender signed as a free agent at the beginning of the week, with injuries leaving Watford short at the back
A tough weekend was made worst for Shannon Courtenay last night as she was handed the second defeat of her professional career by Jamie Mitchell. In a ten round fight that went all the way, a majority decision went in favour of the American fighter
An English singer-songwriter known for her eccentric style is set to grace Hertfordshire with her presence next summer. The double platinum and BRIT award-winning artist Paloma Faith will embark on her UK summer tour in 2022, which will kick off
There is a pub in St Albans Road called The Prince George but to several generations of people from Watford it will always be remembered by a former name. The Watford Observer has again teamed up with Watford Museum and is delighted to showcase
An event to raise funds and awareness for blood cancer has taken place in a beautiful Hertfordshire countryside location with celebrity guests attending. Home appliance company Haier sponsored the charitable golfing event with sports presenter
Two ceremonies have taken place to formally welcome two new businesses to a shopping street. Bros Barbecue Burger and Shake, which specialises in burgers, steaks, gourmet hot dogs, grilled dishes, and milkshakes has opened in Chorleywood, along
This week we have a proposal for an A-board near 1 The Parade, High Street, Watford, directing people to a charity shop in Clarendon Road, whilst in Three Rivers there are multiple applications for house extensions. Watford 76 High Road, Watford
Hello, my name’s Penny and I’m an affectionate eight-year-old girl who came to the National Animal Welfare Trust last August. As you can see from my photos, I’ve had a hard life and am now looking for my forever home. I can be shy to begin with
