The Watford Observer is again delighted to be teaming up with its friends at Watford Museum to take another journey back to the past to recall the key events and dates that helped shape the town’s future. Part 37 of '50 events and dates that shaped
Camelot has claimed it will “cease to exist” if it can no longer stage the National Lottery draw. The Gambling Commission announced plans in March that Camelot, which is based in Watford, would lose the National Lottery to Czech-owned Alllwyn Entertainment
Steam trains will return to Hertfordshire’s railways this Saturday (May 14), giving residents a chance to experience history. The Duchess of Sutherland will pass through Potters Bar at speed on its way from Norfolk to London, with its journey through
A ring of 18 cherry trees have been planted in Cassiobury Park to commemorate the town’s shared experience of Covid-19. A plaque encouraging a moment of reflection will be unveiled 11am this Saturday. Everyone is invited to join the 'Ring of
An investigation is underway after a fire broke out in a tunnel being constructed for the HS2 railway line. Firefighters were called to the large compound in Maple Cross on Tuesday (May 10) evening. The fire, which has been described as "small
With the release of the new Doctor Strange film, you might be wondering how and where you can treat yourself or your loved ones to gifts. Fans of Star Wars also got to celebrate recently with the annual May 4 coming around again and now it's time
With festivals going ahead this year, the excitement for the summer music events is bound to be increasing if you’re lucky enough to have tickets. If you’re in need of upgrading your festival wardrobe, look no further. Boohoo has a range of
Until recently I paid £99 each month to EDF for gas and electricity. This was increased to £134 and is now £235. How can people afford to pay this - and why should they when the energy companies are making bumper profits? BP for example, has just announced
Ben Foster felt that Watford's much-changed team could hold their heads high after ending their record run of home defeats on Wednesday. After 11 consecutive losses at Vicarage Road, the Hornets drew 0-0 with Everton, keeping their first home clean
Watford manager Roy Hodgson has described the appointment of Rob Edwards as a step in the right direction for the Hornets, after it was announced he would be taking over as head coach in the summer. Edwards guided Forest Green Rovers out of League
Rob Edwards has agreed a two-year deal to become the new head coach of Watford after leaving Forest Green Rovers. After searching for an up-an-coming home-grown candidate to replace Roy Hodgson, the Hornets have reached an agreement with the ex-Wales
There was a huge emergency presence this afternoon as police helicopters and paramedics were spotted. Emergency vehicles were parked up near the World of Water site by Hunton Bridge roundabout from around lunchtime until the early afternoon today
Rickmansworth Sailing Club has been given some new boats to help young club members develop in the sport. The club, based at Troy Lake in West Hyde, is one of eight to receive a share of £185,000 from the John Merricks Sailing Trust. Delivery
Watford are now hopeful that they will appoint Forest Green Rovers boss Rob Edwards as their new head coach, the Watford Observer understands. Club chiefs are in advanced talks with the Rovers manager after he guided them out of League Two this
A care home where residents sometimes felt isolated has been told it still ‘requires improvement’ two years after its last inspection. Brunswick Court Care Home, at Stratford Road in Watford, was told that the service was not up to standard after
A boy is said to have been taken to hospital with serious injuries after an alleged assault by another pupil at school. The Observer understands emergency services were called to The Reach Free School in Mill End, Rickmansworth, on Friday afternoon
Police have said they will stop vehicles passing through a bus lane, after a man living nearby took the law into his own hands. In an email sent to Neighbourhood Watch members, Hertfordshire Constabulary said its officers will be stopping vehicles
