Climate emergency declared by Watford Borough Council
Watford’s elected councillors have voted in favour of declaring a climate emergency and have pledged to do everything in their power to make the borough carbon neutral by 2030.
Published: Thursday, 11th July 2019 in Councillors and decision making news-
New shrubs to be planted at Cassio Common
An amazing beauty spot, Cassiobury Park goers will soon be able to enjoy an improved gateway into the park via Cassio Common – with landscaping work starting today (Monday 19 August 2019)...
Published: Monday, 19th August 2019 in Parks and recreation news -
More support available for Watford’s rough sleepers
- New central government funding provides more support to rough sleepers in Watford so they can rebuild their lives and stay off the streets.
Published: Friday, 16th August 2019 in Community protection news -
Nominate somebody exceptional in the Hertfordshire Service to Sports Awards
The search is on for local sporting heroes and heroines as nominations are now open for the Hertfordshire Service to Sport Awards...
Published: Wednesday, 14th August 2019 in Parks and recreation news -
Don’t lose your voice - residents urged to look out for their voter registration details in the post
Local residents are being warned not to lose their voice on matters that affect them...
Published: Tuesday, 13th August 2019 in Elections and voting news -
Boxing clever and learning life’s lessons
The Herts Sports Partnership, along with its partner charity, Box Cleva, recently welcomed over 100 young boxers to the University of Hertfordshire for the Hertfordshire’s Big Hit celebration event...
Published: Friday, 9th August 2019 in Parks and recreation news -
Study reveals 1 in 10 deaths caused by Dementia as Mayor calls for residents to get involved in Dementia Friendly Town project
The Mayor of Watford Peter Taylor has said it’s ‘never been more important’ to be involved in his plans to make Watford a more Dementia Friendly Town...
Published: Thursday, 8th August 2019 in The council news -
Watford’s Big Beach returns this summer
The Big Beach returns to The Parade by the pond from Friday 16 to Friday 30 August
Published: Thursday, 8th August 2019 in The council news -
New digital parking payments are just the ticket in Watford
Residents of controlled parking zones in Watford will be able to use virtual visitor parking vouchers via a smartphone, dedicated app or landline from Monday 9 September 2019...
Published: Monday, 5th August 2019 in The council news -
Watford’s key business hub to undergo significant makeover
Businesses, visitors and local residents are set to benefit from major public realm improvements to Clarendon Road, including upgraded streetscapes and more open spaces...
Published: Tuesday, 30th July 2019 in The council news -
Watford High Street station to close for one week for vital renovation work
Watford High Street station will close for one week, 10-17 August as Network Rail carry out essential refurbishment works on its staircase.
Published: Friday, 26th July 2019 in The council news -
Free JiveSwing Festival returns to Cassiobury Park
Big JiveSwing Festival returns to the bandstand in Cassiobury Park on Sunday 28 July
Published: Wednesday, 24th July 2019 in The council news -
Waste and recycling survey 2019
Fill in our survey to tell us how you currently manage your waste
Published: Wednesday, 24th July 2019 in The council news -
Watford Borough Council runs free and fun activities for 5 to 15 year olds this summer
The Wat’s On programme runs from Monday 29 July to Saturday 31 August at various locations throughout the town.
Published: Tuesday, 23rd July 2019 in The council news -
Hertfordshire’s biggest and best LGBTQ+ celebration returns to Watford for 2019
#PrideAndPrejudice: embracing diversity, ending discrimination.
Published: Monday, 22nd July 2019 in Parks and recreation news -
Watford remembers lives lost in Sandringham Road during World War Two
To commemorate the 75th year anniversary of the 37 people killed in Sandringham Road by a German bomb during World War Two...
Published: Monday, 22nd July 2019 in The council news -
Consultation launched on masterplan to rejuvenate the top of the town
Local people, businesses and visitors are being invited to share their views on the council’s plans...
Published: Friday, 19th July 2019 in The council news -
Blog: What to Expect From Big Screen 2019
Blog feature on the Big Screen written by work experience student: Max Layton-Hughes
Published: Wednesday, 17th July 2019 in Parks and recreation news -
Watford gets closer to ‘dementia friendly town’ recognition
Watford is on its way to becoming a dementia friendly town after the ‘Watford Dementia Action Group’ was recognised by official accreditors the Alzheimer's Society...
Published: Wednesday, 17th July 2019 in The council news -
Watford celebrates another record breaking year for its parks
Watford’s green spaces have been granted more Green Flag awards than any other district in Hertfordshire for the fourth year running...
Published: Tuesday, 16th July 2019 in Parks and recreation news -
Watford Mayor opens newly restored cemetery gates in North Watford
The restoration of North Watford Cemetery’s iron gates has been completed by Watford Borough Council, with Watford’s Elected Mayor Peter Taylor reopening the gates on 8 July...
Published: Tuesday, 16th July 2019 in Parks and recreation news -
Young people in Watford can get active for free this summer
Young people in Watford are again being given the chance to get active for free this summer at the town’s two leisure centres.
Published: Tuesday, 16th July 2019 in The council news -
Over £4,500 raised at Vicarage Road Stadium’s Step Up challenge.
Sunday 7th July Vicarage Road Stadium played host to the second annual Step Up for Shape Up event...
Published: Monday, 15th July 2019 in Parks and recreation news -
Watford Borough Council’s free outdoor cinema returns
Watford Borough Council’s free outdoor cinema the Big Screen returns to The Parade by the pond from Monday 29 July to Friday 9 August...
Published: Monday, 8th July 2019 in Parks and recreation news -
Councillors endorse new masterplan for regenerating top of Watford town centre
At a Watford Borough Council cabinet meeting last night, elected councillors voted in favour of a new masterplan to regenerate and enhance the stretch of the town centre that runs from the ring road flyover to the Town Hall and surrounding area.
Published: Friday, 5th July 2019 in Councillors and decision making news -
Veolia offers cash boost for environmental projects in Watford
Veolia offers cash boost for environmental projects in Watford
Published: Tuesday, 2nd July 2019 in Rubbish and recycling news -
Watford celebrates Make Music Day at Cassiobury Park
Watford was one of over 1000 towns and cities around the world that joined the international Make Music Day celebration with hundreds of people turning up for a public concert in Cassiobury Park...
Published: Monday, 1st July 2019 in Parks and recreation news -
Visit Herts Tourism Awards 2019
Launched in 2017, the Herts Tourism Awards, in association with Go To Places, is an annual awards scheme for tourism businesses in Hertfordshire...
Published: Friday, 28th June 2019 in Parks and recreation news -
Have your say on the taxi licensing in Watford
Local taxi drivers, companies and passengers can have their say on Watford Borough Council’s proposed ‘Vehicle Licensing Policy’...
Published: Thursday, 27th June 2019 in Business and licensing news -
Watford Borough Council Chairman supports Rwandan Sisterhood fundraiser
Chairman of Watford Borough Council Cllr Asif Khan kicked off his charitable activities this month by supporting a fundraising dinner
Published: Tuesday, 25th June 2019 in The council news
