The council news

Market Street undergoing exciting improvements

Watford’s popular shopping destination Market Street is to benefit from a range of streetscape improvements...

Published: Wednesday, 15th September 2021

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  Funding boost for charities and community groups in Watford and Three Rivers

  Community groups and voluntary organisations across Watford and Three Rivers that have been supporting people during the pandemic could be eligible for a funding boost...

  Published: Tuesday, 14th September 2021
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  The Watford Fringe returns for its fifth year with 50 events!

  Watford Fringe – an annual festival of performance set up by the Pump House Theatre and Arts Trust - returns for its fifth year from 1 to 3 October 2021...

  Published: Tuesday, 7th September 2021
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  Watford Market’s first-ever night event ‘Market Lates’ hailed as ‘a fantastic event’

  Watford Market opened its doors after hours last week and welcomed over 600 town centre visitors to its first-ever night event ‘Market Lates’...

  Published: Tuesday, 7th September 2021
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  Transformation of Watford General Hospital gets the go ahead

  Watford Borough Council’s Development Management Committee granted outline planning permission for West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust’s plans...

  Published: Wednesday, 28th July 2021

• Watford sees the return of the Big Screen this summer

  Watford Borough Council's free Big Screen returns.

  Published: Friday, 16th July 2021
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  Internationally acclaimed jazz artists feature at Big JiveSwing festival on 25 July

  Watford Borough Council’s Big JiveSwing Festival returns to the bandstand in Cassiobury Park on Sunday 25 July

  Published: Thursday, 15th July 2021
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  Big Bandstand is back for another swinging summer of free live shows

  Watford Borough Council announces the return of free live music and dance performances this summer at the town’s iconic bandstand in Cassiobury Park. 

  Published: Wednesday, 14th July 2021
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  Watford Charity Golf Day putts away over £6,000 to support over 50 local charities

  Watford Borough Council and Everyone Active have raised over £6,450 to support charities across the town by holding their inaugural ‘Watford Helps Appeal Charity Golf Day’ on 9 July.

  Published: Monday, 12th July 2021
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  Veolia and Beryl Bikes offer free rides for Watford NHS staff

  Veolia, the UK's leading environmental services provider and the British bike share provider Beryl have announced an initiative that will offer free minutes for the shared bike and e-bike service

  Published: Wednesday, 7th July 2021
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  Elected Mayor Peter Taylor encourages people to take part in Alzheimer’s Society’s Watford Memory Walk 2021

  Watford residents are being invited to don their walking gear, lace up their boots, and unite against dementia by signing up to Alzheimer’s Society’s Memory Walk this autumn...

  Published: Wednesday, 7th July 2021
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  Popular café run by charity Watford Mencap now reopen after funding from Mayor’s Small Grants Fund

  Local charity Watford Mencap, which supports people with a learning disability in the town, has received £3,000 in funding from the Elected Mayor of Watford Peter Taylor’s Small Grants Fund...

  Published: Monday, 5th July 2021
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  NHS, Social Care & Frontline Workers' Day marked by Watford Council

  Watford Borough Council is joining organisations across the UK today to say thank you to key workers across the country, as part the first NHS, Social Care and Frontline Workers’ Day (5 July 2021)...

  Published: Monday, 5th July 2021
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  Watford Town Hall lights up green for St John Ambulance

  On the evening of Thursday 24 June, Watford Borough Council’s Town Hall lit up green to support national healthcare and first aid charity, St John Ambulance

  Published: Friday, 25th June 2021

• Watford flying the flag to celebrate Windrush Day

  The Elected Mayor of Watford, Peter Taylor raised the Windrush flag today (22 June 2021)

  Published: Tuesday, 22nd June 2021
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  Works starting soon on North Watford Cemetery expansion and additional burial spaces

  Works will be starting next month on the expansion of North Watford Cemetery...

  Published: Tuesday, 22nd June 2021
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  Watford flying the flag to honour the Armed Forces

  The Elected Mayor of Watford, Peter Taylor and the Chairman of the Council, Cllr Bilqees Mauthoor raised the Armed Forces flag today (21 June 2021)...

  Published: Monday, 21st June 2021
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  Mayor’s Small Grants Fund providing financial support to asylum seekers and refugees in Watford

  The Watford & Three Rivers Refugee Partnership, which offers practical and emotional support to asylum seekers and refugees has received £2,689 in funding from Mayor Peter Taylor’s Small Grants Fund..

  Published: Saturday, 19th June 2021
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  Watford celebrates Make Music Day at Cassiobury Park

  Watford will join thousands of towns and cities around the world to celebrate international Make Music Day, the world’s largest, annual celebration of music which takes place on Monday 21 June 2021.

  Published: Friday, 18th June 2021
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  Watford Workshop vital work continues thanks to support from Mayor’s Small Grants Fund

  Local charity Watford Workshop, has received £2,400 from the Elected Mayor of Watford Peter Taylor’s Small Grant Fund towards the general running of the organisation...

  Published: Monday, 14th June 2021
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  Residents reminded to renew their Garden Waste Collection Service subscription

  Residents can renew or sign up at www.watford.gov.uk/gardenwaste.

  Published: Thursday, 10th June 2021

• Local Shopping App to Support Watford’s High Street

  Watford Borough Council has announced a partnership with the local-shopping app Oiyaa to support rejuvenation of Watford’s high street.

  Published: Monday, 7th June 2021
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  Random Café supported by Mayor’s Small Grants Fund to help town become carbon neutral

  Elected Mayor of Watford Peter Taylor has awarded Random Café – a community hub which uses waste food donations from supermarkets- over £1870 from his Small Grants Fund...

  Published: Sunday, 6th June 2021

• Focusing on development - Why can’t the council just say no?

  Elected Mayor Peter Taylor reflects on the challenges faced by the council in the face of the high new homes target set by central government for Watford...

  Published: Wednesday, 2nd June 2021
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  Bereavement charity StrongMen receives support through Mayor’s Small Grants Fund

  The charity ‘StrongMen’ has been awarded £3,000 from Elected Mayor Peter Taylor’s Small Grant Fund...

  Published: Tuesday, 1st June 2021

• Watford’s Dementia Action Week proves to be a success

  Watford’s Dementia Action Week proves to be a success (7 to 21 May) with a number of special events, fundraisers and training sessions aimed at supporting those with dementia, their carers/loved ones

  Published: Friday, 28th May 2021
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  Beryl celebrates 100,000 rides and 70 bays by giving riders discount to celebrate the May Bank Holiday

  Beryl celebrates 100,000 rides and 70 bays by giving riders discount to celebrate the May Bank Holiday

  Published: Thursday, 27th May 2021
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  Cllr Bilqees Mauthoor named as new Chairman of Watford Borough Council

  Cllr Bilqees Mauthoor, representative of Leggatts Ward, has been named the new Chairman of Watford Borough Council.

  Published: Wednesday, 26th May 2021
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  Watford Borough Council supports Mental Health Awareness Week

  Watford Borough Council supported a national campaign for Mental Health Awareness Week from 10 to 16 May.

  Published: Friday, 21st May 2021
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  Calling on Watford litter pickers for a million mile mission

  We are calling on individuals, schools, community groups, businesses, scout groups to pledge to litter pick and help contribute to the #MillionMileMission

  Published: Thursday, 20th May 2021

• Dementia Action Week returns to the town to improve lives in Watford

  Watford Borough Council and its partners are reuniting once again to bring Dementia Action Week to the town to raise awareness and support those living with dementia and their families.

  Published: Thursday, 13th May 2021

• Watford residents urged to vote in upcoming elections in May

  On Thursday 6 May residents in Watford will go to the polls to have their say on who represents them at the borough, county and Police and Crime Commissioner elections

  Published: Monday, 26th April 2021

• Council works with college students to develop Covid messages for young people

  Watford Borough Council worked with students from West Herts College to create a series of messages about Covid to help raise awareness amongst young people in Watford.

  Published: Wednesday, 14th April 2021
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  Statement from the Elected Mayor of Watford, Peter Taylor on the death of Prince Philip

  We are deeply saddened at the passing of HRH, The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh...

  Published: Friday, 9th April 2021
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  Reduced times for limited reopening for Watford Borough Council offices to the public

  Watford Borough Council has announced that it is reopening the Town Hall on a limited basis from Monday 12 April...

  Published: Wednesday, 7th April 2021
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  Watford Town Hall illuminated yellow for UK National Day of Reflection

  Watford Town Hall and Watford Museum were amongst a host of prominent buildings and iconic landmarks across the UK that took part in Marie Curie’s ‘National Day of Reflection’ on Tuesday 23 March...

  Published: Tuesday, 23rd March 2021
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  Watford’s ‘Unsung Heroes’ initiative continues to recognise key workers and volunteers

  Five new ‘Unsung Heroes’ award-winners have been announced by the council, as part of the initiative to celebrate the positive contributions made by people in the borough during the pandemic...

  Published: Thursday, 18th March 2021
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  Watford Town Hall and Watford Museum to take part in UK National Day of Reflection

  Watford Town Hall and Watford Museum will be amongst a host of prominent buildings and iconic landmarks across the UK taking part in Marie Curie’s ‘National Day of Reflection’ on Tuesday 23 March...

  Published: Wednesday, 17th March 2021
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  Luther Blissett set to receive the Honour of Freedom of the Borough

  Former Watford FC player and local hero Luther Blissett is set to become a Freeman of the Borough in recognition of his contributions to charity, the community and the fight against racism.

  Published: Wednesday, 10th March 2021
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  Watford flying for the flag for the Commonwealth and supporting International Women’s Day

  Watford Borough Council joined organisations and groups worldwide at 10am on Monday 8 March to celebrate Commonwealth Day as part of the 'Fly a Flag for the Commonwealth' initiative...

  Published: Monday, 8th March 2021

• Cookbook created by students to tackle food wastage

  Love Your Leftovers cookbook created by students to encourage Watford to tackle the environmental issues of food wastage

  Published: Friday, 5th March 2021
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  Restoration of Victorian street signs in Oxhey Village completed

  To help preserve the original Victorian style of the town, Oxhey Village’s Victorian cast iron street signs have been lovingly repaired and restored by Murills Construction and the council...

  Published: Thursday, 4th March 2021

• Beryl celebrates one year of greener, healthier transport in Watford

  Over 90,000 journeys have been taken and 359,000 kilometres covered throughout the town, in a year where many have rediscovered the benefits of cycling.

  Published: Tuesday, 2nd March 2021

• Bar has its alcohol licence revoked after repeatedly breaching conditions

  A bar in Watford has lost its alcohol licence after its management team repeatedly breached its conditions over the course of a year.

  Published: Tuesday, 2nd March 2021
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  Watford Mayor’s Small Grants Fund provides key financial support to charities during pandemic

  Watford’s local charities and voluntary and community sector organisations received a total of £50,000 last year from Elected Mayor Peter Taylor’s Small Grant Fund...

  Published: Monday, 1st March 2021
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  Watford Borough Council to restore Victorian street signs

  A number of Watford’s cast iron street signs are being lovingly repaired and restored in order to preserve the original Victorian style of the town...

  Published: Wednesday, 24th February 2021

• Watford residents are recycling more than they throw away, thanks to new collection service

  Recycling in Watford has increased under a new food waste recycling service and changes to the non-recyclable waste service introduced by Watford Borough Council and Veolia in September 2020.

  Published: Monday, 22nd February 2021
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  Watford residents are being encouraged to take part in Fairtrade Fortnight

  People in Watford are being encouraged to ‘Choose the world you want’ and take part in Fairtrade Fortnight from 22 February until 7 March 2021...

  Published: Wednesday, 17th February 2021
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  Watford care homes get in the Valentine's Day spirit with virtual tea party

  Staff and residents at care homes across Watford got into the Valentine’s Day spirit last weekend (14 February), as they took part in a ‘Cream Tea Show’...

  Published: Tuesday, 16th February 2021
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  Watford Borough Council marks Holocaust Memorial Day with virtual tribute

  The council broadcast its virtual commemoration service for Holocaust Memorial Day on 11 Feb, to help to continue to raise awareness, learn more about the past and take action to create safer future..

  Published: Friday, 12th February 2021

• Call for people aged 70 and over to contact NHS for a Covid jab

  Call for people aged 70 and over to contact NHS for a Covid jab

  Published: Tuesday, 9th February 2021
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  Exciting new plans for Watford Business Park approved

  The council’s plans for a £20million major redevelopment project to create a business park fit for the future and that will provide a modern, leading-edge home for business have been approved...

  Published: Wednesday, 3rd February 2021
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  Watford Borough Council consulting on a review of licensing policy

  Watford Borough Council has launched a public consultation on a review of licensing policy in the borough...

  Published: Friday, 29th January 2021
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  Town Hall Quarter signals investment in town’s heritage, culture and future prosperity

  A major transformation and improvement programme, based around Watford Town Hall has been approved by Watford Borough Council’s Cabinet...

  Published: Thursday, 28th January 2021
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  Councillors agree resourceful budget plans for coming financial year

  Watford’s councillors have voted in favour of budget proposals which prioritise initiatives to improve the wellbeing of residents and Watford’s environment...

  Published: Wednesday, 27th January 2021

• Watford announces new electric vehicle charging points to provide more green energy

  Seven more 7kW fast EV chargers are set to be introduced in Watford over the next few weeks.

  Published: Tuesday, 26th January 2021
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  Watford Town Hall to be lit up for Holocaust Memorial Day

  Watford Town Hall will be lit up in purple on Wednesday 27 January as Watford Borough Council joins organisations up and down the country to recognise Holocaust Memorial Day...

  Published: Sunday, 24th January 2021

• Active Watford and Three Rivers to feature on BBC One

  Health and wellbeing programme, Active Watford and Three Rivers, developed and delivered by Watford Football Club Community Sports and Education Trust (Trust) is due to feature in BBC One on Wednesday

  Published: Wednesday, 13th January 2021
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  Council’s services to residents and businesses maintained under Tier 4

  Watford Borough Council confirms business as usual under new Tier 4 restrictions with a few minor changes to service provision...

  Published: Monday, 21st December 2020

• Change to self-isolation period for Covid announced from Monday 14 December

  A change to the self-isolation period from 14 to 10 days has been announced.

  Published: Saturday, 12th December 2020
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  Councils calling for people to share their views on the future of travel in Watford

  A major town wide consultation has been launched by Watford Borough Council and Hertfordshire County Council, seeking feedback from local people and businesses on how they get around the town

  Published: Friday, 4th December 2020
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  Watford Borough Council launches Laps To Lapland

  Watford Borough Council launches Laps To Lapland initiative to raise money for local charities

  Published: Thursday, 3rd December 2020
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  Mayor’s charity Christmas card raises over £8,700 for local charities

  A group of local artists have created the Mayor’s Christmas card to raise money for a local hospice and a vital helpline that supports victims of domestic abuse...

  Published: Thursday, 3rd December 2020
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  Watford residents urged to Shop Local and help business community to survive and thrive

  Mayor Peter Taylor has launched a borough-wide campaign ‘Shop Local, Shop Watford’ to highlight the wealth of excellent businesses our shopping areas have to offer this Christmas and beyond...

  Published: Tuesday, 24th November 2020
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  Watford Borough Council’s Town Hall remains open for face to face appointments

  The Town Hall will remain open for face to face appointments from 12 November for any resident who needs to be seen in person.

  Published: Tuesday, 10th November 2020

• Watford Junction forecourt transformed

  Watford Borough Council along with its partners have transformed the forecourt area of Watford Junction

  Published: Friday, 6th November 2020
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  Mayor to lead virtual Remembrance service

  Watford Borough Council’s Elected Mayor Peter Taylor will lead the annual Remembrance Service virtually at 10.45am on 11 November.

  Published: Tuesday, 3rd November 2020
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  Watford's first dementia friendly restaurant reopens

  The town’s first intergenerational dementia friendly restaurant – organised by West Herts College and Watford Borough Council – has reopened after providing a Covid-19 secure setting for diners...

  Published: Monday, 26th October 2020

• Elected Mayor of Watford Peter Taylor welcomes new managers of Watford’s shopping centre

  intu Watford has been taken over by Global Mutual...

  Published: Monday, 19th October 2020

• Enhanced county-wide collaboration to deliver good growth and recovery

  Hertfordshire Growth Board is taking another significant step in its collaborative working by announcing its formation into a statutory joint committee.

  Published: Thursday, 15th October 2020
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  UPDATE: Reduced times for limited reopening for Watford Borough Council offices to the public

  Watford Borough Council has announced that it is reopening the Town Hall on a limited basis from Wednesday 2 September...

  Published: Wednesday, 14th October 2020

• New Watford Cycle Hub building is unveiled

  A new custom designed cycling facility funded by Watford Borough Council will enable Watford Cycle Hub to expand its core services to the community

  Published: Monday, 5th October 2020

• Watford to the become the UK’s first WhatsApp High Street

  Watford Borough Council is partnering with WhatsApp to create the UK’s first ‘WhatsApp High Street’ of businesses

  Published: Friday, 2nd October 2020

• Ambitious plans agreed to transform hospital sites in west Herts

  The course is set for a complete transformation of the Watford General site and considerable improvements – including new buildings...

  Published: Thursday, 1st October 2020
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  Dementia carers walk pilot launches next month in Watford

  The council are launching their ‘Think about living with dementia’ programme in October that’s helping carers – and the people they care for – experience the joy of walking and socialising again...

  Published: Friday, 18th September 2020

• Watford and Three Rivers to pilot local contact tracing scheme

  Watford and Three Rivers will be the first councils in Hertfordshire to pilot a local contact tracing initiative aimed at preventing the spread of Covid-19.

  Published: Thursday, 17th September 2020

• Urgent advice for Hertfordshire residents who need a COVID test

  People across Hertfordshire are being urged to keep taking precautions against the COVID-19 virus, as the number of local cases increases, and at a time when some people have had problems booking...

  Published: Friday, 11th September 2020

• Changes to Watford’s waste and recycling collection service starts from Monday 7 September

  Watford Borough Council and Veolia, its waste and recycling partner, are introducing important changes to the services provided for Watford residents.

  Published: Friday, 4th September 2020
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  Watford's weird and wonderful town centre entertainment

  Watford Borough Council with support from Watford Palace Theatre combined their talents and experience to transform the town centre this month (August) into a place of wonder and excitement...

  Published: Thursday, 3rd September 2020

• Watford Borough Council advises EU Citizens to apply now for EU Settlement Scheme

  Watford Borough Council is urging all EU, EEA and Swiss citizens living in Watford to apply now for the EU Settlement Scheme to continue living and working in the UK after 30 June 2021...

  Published: Thursday, 3rd September 2020

• Watford residents can now test for Coronavirus at Town Hall car park

  People in Watford with suspected coronavirus symptoms can now visit a local drive-through test site at the Town Hall car park

  Published: Wednesday, 26th August 2020
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  Watford Borough Council flying the flag for Herts Pride

  Watford Borough Council’s Elected Mayor Peter Taylor and Chairman Aga Dychton have raised the rainbow flag to fly over the weekend at the Town Hall to celebrate Herts Pride...

  Published: Friday, 21st August 2020
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  Watford Helps Covid appeal funds face-coverings for vulnerable people

  Face coverings which are a key factor in protecting people from the spread of coronavirus in public spaces like shops, are to be made available free of charge to people in need across Watford...

  Published: Tuesday, 11th August 2020

• Don’t lose your voice

  Local residents are being warned not to lose their voice on decisions that affect them by making sure their electoral registration details are up to date.

  Published: Tuesday, 11th August 2020

• Updated legislation makes its quicker and cheaper for food premises in Watford to apply for outdoor seating area licence

  Changes have been made to the way in which premises in Watford can apply for pavement licences for outdoor seating areas.

  Published: Friday, 7th August 2020

• First taxi driver gets Travel with Confidence accreditation

  The first of many independent taxi drivers to qualify for Watford Borough Council’s new Travel with Confidence accreditation mark are now available for hire.

  Published: Thursday, 6th August 2020

• Delivery of new outdoor food bin to Watford residents

  Watford residents should look out for a delivery of their new brown outdoor food waste bin as part of the upcoming changes to the town’s waste and recycling services

  Published: Wednesday, 5th August 2020

• Watford Museum prepares to reopen this weekend

  Watford Museum is preparing to welcome visitors back for the first time this weekend on Saturday 1 August

  Published: Thursday, 30th July 2020
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  Ride For Watford - Beryl makes helping local charities as easy as riding a bike

  A unique ride-to-donate initiative being launched by Beryl...

  Published: Thursday, 30th July 2020

• Watford private hire driver who refused guide dog prosecuted

  Watford Borough Council has successfully prosecuted a private hire driver who denied a visually impaired customer access to his vehicle because they had a guide dog with them...

  Published: Monday, 27th July 2020
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  Watford Council scrutiny task group’s recommendations on health services for deaf people to be taken forward by Hertfordshire County Council

  Following a scrutiny task group of Watford councillors, Hertfordshire’s County Council’s Health Scrutiny Committee has agreed to take forward their recommendations as part of a county-wide review...

  Published: Monday, 27th July 2020

• Watford residents asked to ‘play their part’ as face coverings made mandatory in all shops

  From this Friday (24 July), when out shopping in Watford and beyond, residents are reminded that they must wear a face covering to help prevent the spread of coronavirus.

  Published: Thursday, 23rd July 2020

• Watford Borough Council announces photography competition winners

  Watford Borough Council’s Elected Mayor Peter Taylor and Managing Director Donna Nolan have chosen the winners of the council’s photography competition, ‘Watford in Extraordinary Times’.

  Published: Saturday, 18th July 2020
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  All Hertfordshire District Council Leaders have issued the following statement (17 July) opposing a single unitary council proposal for Hertfordshire

  The Leaders of the 10 Hertfordshire District and Borough Councils have joined forces to oppose a proposal from Hertfordshire County Council to abolish their Local Authorities...

  Published: Friday, 17th July 2020
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  Watford Borough Council relaunches free and fun activities for 5 to 15-year-olds this summer

  Watford Borough Council is relaunching its free programme of summer activities for children and young people aged from 5 to 15.

  Published: Friday, 17th July 2020
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  Beryl to enable more trips by bike in Watford: introducing the Beryl e-Bike

  Enjoying Watford by bike is set to become easier and more accessible for the wider public with the introduction of the Beryl e-Bike.

  Published: Friday, 17th July 2020

• A new crematorium for West Herts

  West Herts Joint Committee who run West Herts Crematorium (made up from representatives from all the five councils) is therefore proposing to build a sister crematorium in Hemel Hempstead...

  Published: Wednesday, 15th July 2020

• Step out to beat dementia, urges Vicky McClure

  This year’s Santander-sponsored Memory Walk is free to register...

  Published: Tuesday, 14th July 2020
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  Statement from Elected Mayor of Watford regarding John Lewis

  Statement regarding closure of John Lewis

  Published: Thursday, 9th July 2020
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  Watford Borough Council sets ambitious new direction for Covid-19 renewal

  Watford Borough Council’s Cabinet approved a new Council Plan 2020-24 at its meeting tonight (6 July)...

  Published: Tuesday, 7th July 2020
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  Council urges residents to play their part in Watford’s safe reopening weekend

  Watford Borough Council is working closely with the town’s restaurants, pubs and bars to get ready to safely reopen to the public from Saturday 4 July.

  Published: Thursday, 2nd July 2020
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  Further parking enforcement rules to apply from 8 July

  As of Wednesday 8 July, further parking enforcement rules will apply...

  Published: Thursday, 2nd July 2020
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  Station forecourt improvements kickstart plans to transform Watford Junction Station

  Work has started on one the first of a series of improvement projects aimed at bringing Watford Junction into the 21st century...

  Published: Thursday, 2nd July 2020
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  Watford Council statement: intuWatford administration

  Update on shopping centre giant Intu enters administration...

  Published: Friday, 26th June 2020

• New waste and recycling services calendar on its way to Watford residents 

  New waste and recycling services calendar on its way to Watford residents 

  Published: Friday, 19th June 2020
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  Renovation of Watford Junction forecourt to start

  Improvement works get underway later this month to enhance the forecourt outside Watford Junction which, with over 8 million users a year, is one of the busiest stations in the UK, outside of London.

  Published: Friday, 19th June 2020
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  Out with the old, in with the new at St Albans Road

  St Albans Road will be undergoing a revitalisation project led by Watford Borough Council to improve the look and feel of the area, with work starting on 8 June and due to be completed by the autumn

  Published: Tuesday, 9th June 2020

• Watford Borough Council launches photography competition to capture this unique time

  Watford Borough Council has launched a photography competition to capture this unique time

  Published: Wednesday, 3rd June 2020

• Bestselling author and Watford Borough Council launch new community campaign

  Bestselling author and Watford Borough Council launch new community campaign

  Published: Monday, 1st June 2020

• Road closure marks start plans for re-opening of Watford town centre

  To prepare for a safe, phased re-opening of Watford town centre, Hertfordshire County Council is closing access to the High Street from Water Lane (by the blue pyramid) from Saturday 23 May. 

  Published: Thursday, 21st May 2020

• Watford Leisure Centre playing its part in the fight against COVID-19

  Watford Leisure Centre playing its part in the fight against COVID-19

  Published: Wednesday, 20th May 2020

• Healthy Hub launched virtually in Watford to help domestic abuse victims

  Healthy Hub launched virtually in Watford to help domestic abuse victims

  Published: Wednesday, 13th May 2020

• Watford prepares to celebrate VE Day 75th anniversary virtually

  Plans are underway in Watford to enable people to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day (VE Day) virtually.

  Published: Monday, 4th May 2020

• Waste workers delighted by public support as #StreetSmiles spread across the UK

  Veolia workers delighted by public support as #StreetSmiles spread across the UK

  Published: Tuesday, 14th April 2020

• Revised waste and recycling collections over Easter

  Waste and recycling collections will change over Easter

  Published: Thursday, 9th April 2020
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  An update on Imagine Watford 2020 in light of COVID-19

  The outdoor performance festival Imagine Watford has been cancelled due to COVID-19

  Published: Tuesday, 7th April 2020
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  Coronavirus update - message from Elected Mayor of Watford Peter Taylor

  Coronavirus update - message from Elected Mayor of Watford Peter Taylor

  Published: Wednesday, 1st April 2020

• ArrivaClick launch delayed

  ArrivaClick launch delayed

  Published: Friday, 20th March 2020
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  Watford Borough Council agrees changes to decision-making to respond to coronavirus guidance

  Watford Borough Council agreed a range of measures at its Council meeting on 17 March that will ensure key council decisions continue to be made during the current pandemic...

  Published: Friday, 20th March 2020

• Coronavirus scam costs victims over £800k in one month

  New alert following identification of reports received by Action Fraud...

  Published: Wednesday, 11th March 2020

• Landlord found guilty of six housing offences

  The landlord of a House in Multiple Occupancy (HMO) in West Watford has been found guilty of six offences.

  Published: Tuesday, 10th March 2020

• Annual Awards Celebrate Outstanding Customer Service in Watford town centre

  Watford town centre businesses were celebrated for outstanding customer & client service this week at Watford Colosseum...

  Published: Saturday, 7th March 2020
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  Forget Me Not becomes first dementia friendly restaurant in the town

  To make the town more accessible to people living with dementia and their carers, the council and West Herts College introduced the town’s first intergenerational dementia friendly restaurant...

  Published: Tuesday, 3rd March 2020

• Watford Borough Council announces next Pensioners’ Forum

  Watford Borough Council is inviting pensioners from across the town to take part in another engagement opportunity

  Published: Monday, 2nd March 2020
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  Celebrate Watford’s iconic people & places with a unique exhibition and family-fun trail!

  Watford businesses have teamed up to launch an iconic Watford statue exhibition and trail which captures the spirit of local well-known people and places...

  Published: Thursday, 20th February 2020
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  Heroes needed for Watford’s Spring Clean

  Watford Borough Council and its recycling and waste partner Veolia have pledged their support for this year’s Great British Spring Clean - the country’s biggest mass-action environmental campaign...

  Published: Monday, 17th February 2020
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  First Beryl bikeshare bay installed at Watford General

  In preparation for the roll out of Watford’s new beryl bikeshare scheme, the first of 70 docking bays has been installed at the entrance to Watford General Hospital...

  Published: Friday, 14th February 2020
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  Changes to waste and recycling collection service - look out for information

  More information about the changes to your waste and recycling collection service will be delivered over the next few days.

  Published: Thursday, 13th February 2020
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  Listed building undergoing major refurbishment

  Grade II* listed Frogmore House is undergoing a major renovation and repair

  Published: Thursday, 13th February 2020

• South West Herts, Your Future

  The six council’s that make up South West Hertfordshire are working together to look at priorities for the future...

  Published: Monday, 10th February 2020

• Funding awarded to Watford Borough Council to help rough sleepers

  Watford Borough Council has been awarded £416k to continue with its existing support programme for rough sleepers.

  Published: Monday, 10th February 2020
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  Watford Borough Council becomes latest local authority to join Local Land Charges Register

  Property buyers in Watford now have instant access to the local land charges information they need, speeding up the conveyancing process...

  Published: Friday, 7th February 2020
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  Holocaust survivors share heartbreaking wartime experiences with students at Watford Synagogue memorial event

  Speaking at a Holocaust Learning event at Watford Synagogue yesterday, survivor Hannah Lewis recalled that the day she saw her beloved mother shot dead by the Nazis was the day her childhood ended.

  Published: Wednesday, 5th February 2020

• Beacon is lit to mark the start of Hertfordshire Year of Culture in Watford

  Beacon is lit to mark the start of Hertfordshire Year of Culture in Watford

  Published: Thursday, 30th January 2020
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  Car parking changes at Woodside Leisure Centre

  A new car parking system will be in operation at Woodside Leisure Centre from 16 January 2020...

  Published: Tuesday, 7th January 2020
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  Major transformation of Clarendon Road continues

  The third phase of the Clarendon Road transformation programme will be taking place over the next 10 months from Monday 6 January...

  Published: Tuesday, 24th December 2019
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  The WWII Rescue that saved twenty Jewish children in Watford

  This year marks the 80th anniversary of ‘Kindertransport’, the mission which took thousands of children to safety ahead of World War Two (1939-1945), in which the town of Watford played a key role...

  Published: Friday, 20th December 2019
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  Watford’s burial service achieves gold status

  Watford Borough Council’s burial service has received the highest national accredited standard...

  Published: Wednesday, 18th December 2019

• Plans to transform Watford Cycle Hub unveiled

  Watford Borough Council has unveiled plans to transform Watford Cycle Hub

  Published: Tuesday, 17th December 2019
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  Winter Night Shelter supporting Watford’s rough sleepers

  Watford Borough Council together with homelessness prevention charities New Hope and OneYMCA will for the second year run a humanitarian winter night shelter for the town’s rough sleepers...

  Published: Wednesday, 4th December 2019
• 

  Woman fined for Blue Badge misuse

  Following a successful prosecution by Watford Borough Council, a town centre shopper has been ordered to pay £300 for using a Blue Badge that wasn’t hers to park illegally...

  Published: Monday, 25th November 2019
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  Get ready for Christmas and come along to the first dementia-friendly carol service

  People with dementia and their carers are invited to attend Watford’s first dementia-friendly carol concert and raise their festive voices on 5 December at St Mary’s Church...

  Published: Friday, 22nd November 2019
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  Keep warm this winter with the Hertfordshire Warmer Homes scheme

  Local residents have been offered help with home improvements to stay warm this winter

  Published: Friday, 22nd November 2019

• Watford Borough Council and Veolia’s street scene improvement project has delivered stunning results in the notorious fly tip hotspots surrounding St Alban’s Road

  Watford Borough Council and Veolia’s have worked in partnership to tackle fly tipping surrounding St Alban’s Road

  Published: Monday, 18th November 2019
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  Driving you forward with grant schemes for electric vehicles

  The Office for Low Emissions Vehicles is offering financial support to householders and businesses across the UK for the installation of electric vehicle chargepoints...

  Published: Monday, 18th November 2019

• Its official! Watford is the happiest place in the whole East of England region

  Watford has scored the highest happiness rating in Hertfordshire and in all of the East of England region...

  Published: Tuesday, 5th November 2019
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  Watford Christmas Lights Switch-On taking place on Sunday 17 November, by The Pond

  Watford businesses have come together to fund a truly spectacular Christmas Lights Display which will illuminate Watford high street on Sunday 17 November!

  Published: Friday, 1st November 2019
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  Remembrance services in Watford

  A number of Remembrance services are taking place in Watford...

  Published: Friday, 1st November 2019

• Watford Borough Council to host another spectacular free fireworks display

  The Cassiobury Park fireworks display takes place on Saturday 2 November, from 6.30 to 8.30pm

  Published: Thursday, 24th October 2019
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  Watford Borough Council announces new Managing Director

  Watford Borough Council has announced Donna Nolan, currently Deputy Chief Executive of Mendip District Council, as its new Managing Director...

  Published: Wednesday, 16th October 2019
• 

  Watford celebrates the heroes with awards ceremony

  Watford’s unsung heroes have been celebrated at the Audentior Awards and recognised for their dedication in making the town a better place to live and work in...

  Published: Monday, 14th October 2019

• Free activities in the town in support of Fun Palaces 

  Watford Borough Council is supporting Fun Palaces, a free, nationwide campaign to encourage people to get involved in the local community and be inspired by culture. 

  Published: Tuesday, 1st October 2019

• Majority of UK’s over-65s are not active enough

  Majority of UK’s over-65s are not active enough

  Published: Tuesday, 1st October 2019
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  New dementia café to offer welcoming space in Watford

  One of the key ambitions in Watford’s plan to become an accredited dementia friendly town will be realised as a new café for people with dementia and their carers opens in the centre of town...

  Published: Monday, 23rd September 2019

• Watford prepares for National Fitness Day

  Watford prepares for National Fitness Day

  Published: Friday, 20th September 2019
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  Celebrating Watford’s local heroes at the Audentior Awards

  Watford residents from all walks of life will be attending the 16th Audentior Awards ceremony at the Watford Colosseum on the evening of Friday 11 October...

  Published: Thursday, 19th September 2019

• Watford FC legends help families get active as part of free fun day events 

  Former Watford FC stars are supporting a local leisure operator to get families across Watford active as part of two free fun events this September.

  Published: Wednesday, 18th September 2019
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  Watford Borough Council free clothes swap aims to tackle textile waste

  Watford residents are invited to sustainably refresh their wardrobe, by trading clothes they no longer wear at the clothes swap

  Published: Tuesday, 17th September 2019

• Warning over council tax refund scams

  We have received a report of a fraud scam where the person pretends to be from the council tax office and says a refund is due...

  Published: Wednesday, 11th September 2019
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  Watford needs your help to celebrate towns heroes

  Every day in Watford, people are positively contributing to our town and improving the lives of fellow residents...

  Published: Wednesday, 4th September 2019
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  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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• Waste and recycling survey 2019

  Fill in our survey to tell us how you currently manage your waste

  Published: Wednesday, 24th July 2019

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• Mayor launches 2019 Audentior Awards to celebrate town’s heroes

  Nominations are now open for Watford’s 14th Audentior Awards which recognise local people and organisations who are actively making Watford a better place to live and work in...

  Published: Wednesday, 12th June 2019

• Watford Borough Council announces next Pensioners’ Forum

  Come along to the next Pensioners' Forum in July

  Published: Tuesday, 11th June 2019

• Transformation of town centre gateway completed

  Elected Mayor of Watford, Peter Taylor was joined recently by representatives of Hertfordshire LEP and Watford BID to celebrate the completion of the second phase of regeneration at Clarendon Road...

  Published: Wednesday, 29th May 2019

• European Parliamentary Election for Eastern Region results

  Watford residents contributed to the votes cast to elect new MEPs for the Eastern region.

  Published: Friday, 24th May 2019

• New Chairman appointed for Watford Borough Council

  The new Chairman of Watford Borough Council has been named as Cllr Asif Khan who represents the Leggatts ward of the town.

  Published: Wednesday, 22nd May 2019

• Hundreds of Watford residents bag free compost

  Hundreds of green fingered Watford residents took advantage of the warm weather and free compost on Saturday 11 May at Wiggenhall Depot.

  Published: Wednesday, 22nd May 2019

• Free compost for Watford residents

  Watford Borough Council is holding a compost giveaway on Saturday 11 May

  Published: Tuesday, 16th April 2019

• Watford Borough Council runs free and fun activities this Easter

  Children and young people aged from five to 15 will be able to enjoy free activities this Easter holiday

  Published: Wednesday, 27th March 2019

• Young people in Watford can get active for free this Easter

  Young people are invited to keep active for free this Easter

  Published: Tuesday, 26th March 2019

• Watford Borough Council cabinet give go ahead to South West Herts joint strategic plan

  Five local authorities will work together on a joint strategic plan that aims to tackle the major challenges they face in delivering the government’s housing targets

  Published: Tuesday, 19th March 2019

• Watford Borough Council’s Big Wordfest returns

  The Big Wordfest launches this Saturday at Watford Museum

  Published: Tuesday, 19th March 2019

• Heroes needed for Watford’s Spring Clean!

  Watford Borough Council and its partner Veolia are once again backing a national campaign to get half a million people across the UK out and about cleaning up their local areas.

  Published: Thursday, 14th March 2019

• Chairman’s Community Awards recognises local people and raises money for charity

  The inaugural Chairman’s Community Awards was held last Friday (8 March), helping raise over £5,000...

  Published: Tuesday, 12th March 2019

• Over £3 million agreed to commission services from local group and organisations

  Nine community groups and organisations in Watford are set to benefit from over £3.3 million over the next four years, following a recent decision by Watford Borough Council’s Cabinet...

  Published: Monday, 11th March 2019

• Watford flying for the flag for the Commonwealth

  Watford Borough Council joined organisations and groups worldwide at 10am on Monday 11 March to celebrate Commonwealth Day as part of the 'Fly a Flag for the Commonwealth' initiative...

  Published: Monday, 11th March 2019

• Watford voted as one of London’s best commuter hotspots

  Watford has been ranked as one of London’s best commuter hotspots.

  Published: Tuesday, 5th March 2019

• Major transformation of Clarendon Road continues

  Major road in Watford continues transformation

  Published: Wednesday, 27th February 2019

• Local residents, charities and businesses are invited to attend the inaugural Chairman’s Community Awards

  The event will be held at Watford Football Club on 8 March 2019 from 7pm to 11.30pm...

  Published: Thursday, 21st February 2019

• Watford Borough Council launches new electric car scheme for residents

  Watford Borough Council in partnership with E-Car Club are offering residents the opportunity to hire electric cars

  Published: Wednesday, 20th February 2019

• Watford Borough Council to crack down on empty homes

  The council will increase the amount of council tax on long-term empty homes

  Published: Thursday, 14th February 2019
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  Watford Borough Council to start Pensioners’ Forums

  Come along to the first free Pensioners' Forum on Tuesday 12 March at the Town Hall

  Published: Wednesday, 13th February 2019

• Holocaust survivor makes plea to younger generation

  Watford Synagogue welcomed almost 400 students from local schools and West Herts College to a series of educational sessions on 4 and 5 February.

  Published: Friday, 8th February 2019

• Watford Borough Council calls on tech companies to develop transport app

  The council is challenging technology experts to pitch new ideas about how best to provide a transport app...

  Published: Wednesday, 6th February 2019

• Holocaust survivors to share wartime experiences with students at memorial event

  Students from Watford and surrounding area will mark Holocaust Memorial Day at a remarkable event hosted by Watford Synagogue...

  Published: Monday, 28th January 2019

• Elected Mayor of Watford welcomes more police on the streets in Watford

  Elected Mayor of Watford welcomes more police on the streets in Watford

  Published: Friday, 25th January 2019

• Sporting heroes officially launch new look leisure facilities

  John Barnes and Colin Jackson joined Elected Mayor of Watford Peter Taylor to officially open the refurbished leisure centres in the town. 

  Published: Tuesday, 22nd January 2019

• Winter support for Watford’s homeless extended

  Working with local homelessness charity New Hope, Watford Borough Council upgraded the town’s cold weather shelter programme this winter

  Published: Wednesday, 16th January 2019

• Watford High Street transformation project shortlisted for award

  The High Street improvement works has been shortlisted in the London Transport Awards

  Published: Wednesday, 9th January 2019

• Watford welcomes sporting legends to official opening

  Legends from football and athletics will be in Watford to mark the official opening of the town’s refurbished leisure facilities on 19 and 20 January.

  Published: Wednesday, 9th January 2019

• Clarendon Road undergoing major transformation works

  From 7 January 2019, Clarendon Road is undergoing further major transformation works, which will see pavements, roads and the general look of the area overhauled.

  Published: Tuesday, 8th January 2019

• Supporting Watford’s homeless community this winter

  Working with local homelessness charity New Hope, Watford Borough Council has upgraded the town’s cold weather shelter programme this December and January for Watford’s homeless

  Published: Thursday, 20th December 2018

• Watford Borough Council transforming digital services with new address registration system

  Watford Borough Council was successfully awarded £77,000 for its project to develop a ‘Tell-us once move-in process.’

  Published: Monday, 17th December 2018

• Watford Borough Council sign the pledge to change how we all think and act about mental health

  Watford Borough Council has signed an employer pledge with Time to Change, the growing social movement which supports people to open up to mental health problems...

  Published: Tuesday, 11th December 2018

• Transformational plans for Watford Junction given thumbs up by Homes England

  A recent visit to Watford by Homes England has helped secure the government’s agency’s support, in principle, for plans to transform Watford Junction.

  Published: Monday, 10th December 2018

• Watford Borough Council secures £4.8m funding to revitalise Clarendon Road

  Plans to revitalise a major road in Watford has received a multi-million pound boost from Hertfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP).

  Published: Monday, 10th December 2018

• Watford Borough Council and New Hope go the extra mile for rough sleepers this winter

  Working with local homelessness charity New Hope, Watford Borough Council is upgrading the town’s cold weather shelter programme for those sleeping rough in Watford.

  Published: Monday, 26th November 2018

• Watford Borough Council comments on Watford Museum HLF project

  Watford Borough Council comments on HLF project to overhaul Watford Museum

  Published: Thursday, 8th November 2018

• Remembrance Sunday services in Watford

  A number of Remembrance services are taking place in Watford

  Published: Wednesday, 7th November 2018

• Consultation on new locally listed buildings in Watford

  Watford Borough Council is asking residents to have their say on the buildings around Watford which they are proposing to add to the Local List of heritage assets that are of historic interest...

  Published: Tuesday, 6th November 2018

• Watford remembers the Great War

  A number of events are taking place in the town to remember the 100 year anniversary of the end of the First World War

  Published: Thursday, 1st November 2018

• Watford Borough Council to phase out single use plastics​​​​​​​

  Watford Borough Council to phase out single use plastics​​​​​​​

  Published: Tuesday, 30th October 2018

• Come along to Watford Museum for spooky Halloween-themed activities

  Watford Museum is holding two Halloween-themed events for children

  Published: Thursday, 25th October 2018

• Come along for a spectacular fireworks display brought to you by Watford Borough Council

  Come along to the free fireworks display in Cassiobury Park on Saturday 3 November

  Published: Wednesday, 24th October 2018

• You’ve put up with a lot Watford, and now the end is in sight!

  The High Street and Market Street improvements works have been completed.

  Published: Monday, 22nd October 2018

• Watford Borough Council support ‘Young People and Mental Health in a Changing World’ campaign

  To mark World Mental Health Day (10 October), Watford Borough Council teamed up with professionals and volunteers to host a small reception...

  Published: Wednesday, 17th October 2018

• Watford Borough Council invites you to celebrate the Big Draw

  Come along to the Museum for a pop-up art exhibition on Saturday 20 October

  Published: Thursday, 4th October 2018

• Watford is the happiest place in Hertfordshire

  Watford has scored the highest happiness rating in Hertfordshire, according to the annual Office for National Statistics (ONS) survey...

  Published: Wednesday, 3rd October 2018
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  Discover Watford’s heritage for free this September

  Come along to free events and openings in September as part of Watford Heritage Open Days

  Published: Wednesday, 5th September 2018
• 

  Come along to Watford Borough Council’s first free clothes swap

  On Thursday 13 September you’ll have the chance to refresh your wardrobe by swapping your unwanted clothes for new ones at the town’s first clothes swap event.

  Published: Tuesday, 4th September 2018

• Summer workshops at Watford Museum

  Watford Museum is hosting creative summer workshops for children this month

  Published: Friday, 17th August 2018

• 9th North Watford Cubs help clean up Woodside Playing Fields

  Local scout group helps clean up Woodside Playing Fields

  Published: Tuesday, 7th August 2018

• Illegal encampment on Radlet Road playing fields

  Watford Borough Council are aware of an illegal encampment.

  Published: Monday, 6th August 2018

• Watford Borough Council steps in to secure the future of Watford Market

  The council has taken over control of Watford Market from previous operator TCM this week, following reports of the company’s escalating financial difficulties.

  Published: Friday, 3rd August 2018

• First council funded Watford Short Film Festival takes place

  Come along to Watford's first Short Film Festival this Saturday

  Published: Thursday, 2nd August 2018

• Watford’s Big Beach returns this summer

  Come along to the free Big Beach from this Saturday 4 to Sunday 19 August

  Published: Monday, 30th July 2018

• Watford Borough Council runs free and fun activities this summer holiday

  Free and fun activities for five to 15 years olds returns this summer holiday

  Published: Tuesday, 24th July 2018

• Watford Borough Council’s Small Grants Fund helps Watford Deaf Community

  Local community group awarded £475 through council's Small Grants Fund

  Published: Monday, 16th July 2018

• Watford Town Hall turns blue to celebrate 70 years of NHS

  Watford Borough Council took part in a national campaign led by NHS England.

  Published: Monday, 9th July 2018

• National award for council’s restoration of Cassiobury

  A national award has been handed to Watford Borough Council for its management of the £6.6m regeneration of historic beauty spot Cassiobury Park.

  Published: Wednesday, 4th July 2018

• Show off your talent in Watford town centre this summer

  Watford Borough Council is calling on local performers to Own the Stage this summer

  Published: Tuesday, 26th June 2018

• Celebrate Refugee Week at Watford Museum

  Watford Museum is hosting free events to mark 20 years of Refugee Week

  Published: Wednesday, 20th June 2018

• Alzheimer’s Society Roadshow visits Watford this Friday 15 June

  An opportunity will roll into Watford for people to put their dementia questions to the experts.  

  Published: Monday, 11th June 2018

• Council serves notice on illegal encampment

  LATEST UPDATE: An unauthorised encampment on land off Wiggenhall Road has been cleared after legal action by Watford Borough Council. Our partners at Veolia are conducting a deep clean of the area.

  Published: Friday, 1st June 2018

• Come along to Watford Museum and make your own birdfeeder this May half-term

  Watford Museum is holding a free event this May half-term

  Published: Tuesday, 29th May 2018

• Watford Borough Council seeks innovation champions

  An innovation competition has been launched to find technology experts to help make Watford Borough Council a tech-savvy organisation, providing digitally advanced services to its residents.

  Published: Thursday, 24th May 2018

• Share your views on how Watford Museum can be improved for families

  Come along to Watford Museum and use Lego to share your ideas on how the museum can be improved for families

  Published: Tuesday, 22nd May 2018

• Learn how dementia can affect people’s lives

  Come along to a free dementia awareness session, run by Watford Community Housing

  Published: Friday, 18th May 2018

• Share your views on how Watford Museum can be improved

  Come along to Watford Museum this Saturday and tell us your ideas on how the Museum can be improved.

  Published: Thursday, 10th May 2018

• Residents warned of a security scam

  ​​​​​​​Watford Borough Council is warning residents of a security scam.

  Published: Tuesday, 8th May 2018

• Counting of votes starts 9.30am, Friday 4 May

  The counting of the votes for the Mayoral and borough ward elections starts today at 9.30am.

  Published: Friday, 4th May 2018

• Your poll card is at the top of your A4 letter

  Everyone should have received their poll card by the end of March.

  Published: Monday, 9th April 2018

• Your poll card is on its way – keep it safe!

  Watford poll cards are being delivered to eligible voters this week, with everyone expected to have received theirs by Friday 30 March.

  Published: Tuesday, 27th March 2018

• Rainforest Dreams comes to Watford

  Elected Mayor of Watford welcomed Javier Haulinga

  Published: Thursday, 22nd March 2018

• Voting for Watford’s new Mayor - how it works

  When Watford voters go to the polls on 3 May to choose their next elected Mayor, they will notice that the ballot paper is different from the ones for borough ward and parliamentary elections.

  Published: Wednesday, 21st March 2018

• Watford Borough Council repair landmark sign in Woodside

  A historic timber road sign has been repaired

  Published: Wednesday, 14th March 2018
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  Watford partners with neighbouring councils on a plan for growth

  Watford committed to working with its South West Hertfordshire neighbours on a strategic plan for growth at last night’s full council meeting (Tuesday 13 March).

  Published: Wednesday, 14th March 2018

• Watford marks Elected Mayor Dorothy Thornhill’s last full council meeting

  Watford’s elected Mayor Dorothy Thornhill attended her final full council meeting last night (13 March), as she prepares to step down in May after 16 years in office.

  Published: Wednesday, 14th March 2018

• Easter sees the return of free children’s activities provided by Watford Borough Council

  Free activities programme for children aged from five to 15 returns for Easter holiday

  Published: Wednesday, 14th March 2018

• Watford introduces new housing apprenticeships

  Watford Borough Council has marked National Apprenticeship Week (5 – 9 March) by announcing its new housing apprenticeship scheme, developed in partnership with Watford-based West Herts College.

  Published: Wednesday, 7th March 2018

• About Watford distributed throughout borough

  Our free About Watford magazine has been printed and is being distributed to households across the borough this week.

  Published: Wednesday, 28th February 2018

• Construction of first homes begins at Watford Riverwell

  Watford Riverwell recently celebrated the start of construction works at Woodlands, delivering the project’s first new homes.

  Published: Friday, 23rd February 2018

• Local schoolchildren design postcard to help council tackle flytipping

  Watford Borough Council and Veolia are seeking to build on their success of reducing flytipping in Cassio Road by 75% through a new project in West Watford.

  Published: Wednesday, 21st February 2018

• Watford Museum awarded Tourism Rosette

  Watford Borough Council’s Museum has been awarded the accreditation of VisitEngland’s Quality Assured Visitor Attraction continuing for eight successful years.

  Published: Wednesday, 21st February 2018

• Update: Statement from our Elected Mayor on the MLX

  Below is the statement that Dorothy Thornhill, Elected Mayor of Watford, delivered at Council on Tuesday night.

  Published: Thursday, 1st February 2018

• Watford Borough Council’s Museum is hosting two free activities to keep children entertained this half-term

  Come along to Watford Museum this half-term for some fun and free activities.

  Published: Wednesday, 31st January 2018

• Official figures show rough sleeping has halved in Watford

  The newly-published figures for the annual rough sleeper count show that rough sleeping in Watford has halved compared to last year.

  Published: Tuesday, 30th January 2018

• NOT the end of the line for MLX

  Elected Mayor of Watford, Dorothy Thornhill comments on MLX

  Published: Thursday, 25th January 2018

• National acting award for Watford’s teenage champions

  Young people at Watford’s Pump House Children and Youth Theatre group have won two national awards at the National Drama Festivals Association British All Winners Drama Festival.

  Published: Tuesday, 23rd January 2018
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  Graham Taylor exhibition returns to Watford Museum

  Visit Watford Museum to see the Graham Taylor exhibition.

  Published: Wednesday, 10th January 2018
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  Mayor’s charity Christmas card raises over £4,000 for local young people’s charity

  Local charity Signpost presented with cheque from Elected Mayor of Watford

  Published: Wednesday, 6th December 2017

• “High-performing” council praised for “punching above its weight”

  Watford Borough Council has been recognised as a “high-performing, bold and progressive council” after a visit by a team of assessors from the Local Government Association (LGA).

  Published: Wednesday, 6th December 2017

• Winter in Watford offers festive fun for everyone!

  ***Festive family fun for everyone at Winter in Watford***

  Published: Friday, 1st December 2017
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  Watford’s Big Skate is back for its fourth year

  Book your tickets for the Big Skate.

  Published: Tuesday, 21st November 2017
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  Have your say on what’s important to Watford

  Residents in Watford are being asked to share their views in this year's Community Survey.

  Published: Monday, 13th November 2017

• Illegally dumped waste leads to prosecution

  Watford Borough Council successfully prosecutes Hertfordshire resident for not ensuring his unwanted rubbish was properly disposed of.

  Published: Thursday, 9th November 2017

• More than 100 new cycle spaces at Watford Junction

  Watford Borough Council and London Midland are providing 142 additional spaces for cyclists at Watford Junction Railway Station – so there’s no excuse but to get on your bike!

  Published: Wednesday, 25th October 2017

• New study to explore options for 20mph speed zones in Watford

  Watford Borough Council and 20’s Plenty for Watford have won a grant from Hertfordshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner’s Road Safety Fund.

  Published: Monday, 23rd October 2017

• Citizens of Watford rewarded for their good deeds in Audentior Awards

  The great and good of Watford have been rewarded for their dedication to making the town a fantastic place to live at Watford Borough Council’s annual Audentior Awards.

  Published: Wednesday, 11th October 2017

• Watford apprentice wins national award

  Veolia celebrates its apprentices’ success at House of Commons awards ceremony

  Published: Tuesday, 12th September 2017

• Travellers leave Watford Fields

  The travellers in Watford Fields left the area last night (Sunday 10 September) – a day before our scheduled Court hearing to request an Order to evict them.

  Published: Monday, 11th September 2017

• Passengers planning to use Euston station over the August bank holiday asked to avoid rail travel unless essential

  Passengers who use Euston station to travel to and from London are asked to avoid rail travel for two days over the August bank holiday while works takes place to prepare for HS2.

  Published: Tuesday, 22nd August 2017
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  Blue Plaque for historic Watford Colosseum

  Watford Colosseum will receive a Blue Plaque as part of BBC Music Day celebrations, recognising the historic music venue’s outstanding acoustics and ongoing contribution to our musical heritage.

  Published: Thursday, 15th June 2017

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  Published: Friday, 3rd March 2017

• Road closures for the funeral of Watford FC legend Graham Taylor

  The funeral service is to take place at St Mary’s Church in Watford's Church Street from 1pm tomorrow (Wednesday 1 February).

  Published: Tuesday, 31st January 2017

• Skillmakers: supporting local businesses to access skills, information and contacts

  Skillmakers, a free-to-use resource for local businesses to access the skills, information and contacts they need to grow, has now officially launched.

  Published: Monday, 5th December 2016

• Be a winner with Winter in Watford

  One lucky family will win a bumper festive prize package all thanks to the fabulous Winter in Watford competition.

  Published: Monday, 5th December 2016

• Watford secures renewal of Purple Flag Award

  Watford is celebrating after learning it has achieved the prestigious Purple Flag status for its evening and night-time economy (ENTE).

  Published: Friday, 18th November 2016

• New road marks success for Watford Health Campus regeneration scheme

  The successful completion of the first phase of the £350m Health Campus regeneration scheme is being celebrated this week with the official opening of the new road into the 26 hectare site.

  Published: Thursday, 17th November 2016

• New road to Watford Hospital named after local hero

  Watford has paid a very special tribute to local hero Captain Thomas Sawyer, who was killed in Afghanistan in 2009 at the age of 26, naming the new road to Watford Hospital after him.

  Published: Thursday, 17th November 2016

• Watford Central Library launches new creative space

  Watford Central Library is having a festival launch weekend from Friday 4 November to Sunday 6 November.

  Published: Thursday, 3rd November 2016

• High Court Decision Upholds Secretary of State’s Decision on Farm Terrace allotments

  The High Court has today upheld the decision that allows Farm Terrace allotments to be used for the benefit of the Watford Health Campus scheme.

  Published: Thursday, 3rd November 2016

• Town centre business awards launched

  Businesses in Watford town centre offering excellent service to their customers and clients have been invited to enter a new awards scheme launched by Watford BID.

  Published: Thursday, 27th October 2016

• Help your local community: apply for Watford Council’s Small Grants Fund

  Lots of local community groups have already benefited from Watford Borough Council’s Small Grants Fund.

  Published: Wednesday, 26th October 2016

• Watford High Street set for a magical Christmas switch-on

  Join the Snow King and Queen for a magical celebration as they switch on the Christmas tree and lights around the pond on The Parade, Watford High Street, on Thursday 10 November.

  Published: Monday, 24th October 2016
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  Citizens of Watford rewarded for their good deeds in our Audentior Awards

  The great and good of Watford have been rewarded for their dedication to making the town a fantastic place to live in Watford Borough Council’s annual Audentior Awards.

  Published: Wednesday, 12th October 2016

• The Big Draw is Back

  As part of the national Big Draw festival, Watford Museum is giving everyone the chance to get creative at its very own Big Draw workshop on Saturday 15 October, 11am to 4pm.

  Published: Wednesday, 12th October 2016

• Herts Police offer advice on clown reports

  Hertfordshire Constabulary is issuing further advice following more reports of people dressed as clowns, which is causing distress to some people.

  Published: Tuesday, 11th October 2016

• Night time road closures for High Street resurfacing

  We are re-surfacing the High Street between Water Lane and King Street overnight, starting tonight - Monday 10 October.

  Published: Monday, 10th October 2016

• Stay travel savvy: the British Masters at The Grove

  The Grove is hosting the British Masters golf tournament on 12-16 October. To ensure the success of the event and minimise the impact on our roads, temporary road restrictions will be in place.

  Published: Friday, 23rd September 2016

• Big Sport Day fitness fun bonanza

  Watford town centre’s The Parade will be transformed by trampolines, giant zorbs, a BMX course, climbing wall, athletics track and more during the FREE Big Sports Day extravaganza this Saturday.

  Published: Monday, 5th September 2016

• Big Screen on the Beach Bank Holiday bonanza

  Watford’s Big Screen on the Beach ends this Bank Holiday weekend and it is going out with a bang.

  Published: Tuesday, 23rd August 2016

• Watford Museum remembers the Battle of the Somme with 1916 exhibition

  Watford Museum is joining in the 100-year commemoration of WWI’s Battle of the Somme with an exhibition charting the town’s response to the war in 1916.

  Published: Wednesday, 17th August 2016

• Celebrate the start of the new season with Watford FC history

  Watford Museum is exhibiting three of Watford FC’s trophies, which best represent over 100 years of the club’s successes.

  Published: Wednesday, 17th August 2016

• New sickness management framework could save time and money for organisations across the UK

  Implementing a new 24/7 nurse-led absence management framework could save time and money for organisations across the country, say bosses at Watford Borough Council.

  Published: Monday, 15th August 2016

• Eviction notice served on travellers in Oxhey Park

  Watford Council has asked travellers who moved onto Oxhey Park today to leave the park and we are taking legal action to ensure that they do so.

  Published: Thursday, 11th August 2016

• Vicarage Road closed until 19 August

  Urgent repair work to a collapsed sewer under Vicarage Road is being carried out by Thames Water.

  Published: Thursday, 11th August 2016

• Rio 2016 is coming to Big Screen on the Beach

  Watford Council is bringing a slice of Rio to the town and showing the Olympic Games highlights at Big Screen on the Beach from 6 – 21 August.

  Published: Wednesday, 3rd August 2016

• Watford Council’s insulation scheme commended by government

  Watford Borough Council’s insulation scheme on the Harebreaks estate has been held up as an excellent example by the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC).

  Published: Wednesday, 3rd August 2016

• Watford taxi drivers put child safeguarding first

  More than 140 taxi and minicab drivers recently attended Watford Borough Council-led training to update their child safeguarding knowledge.

  Published: Wednesday, 3rd August 2016

• Sky Ride is back in Watford

  The summer Sky Ride is back in Watford and is here to stay. The next Sky Ride will take place 31 July at Chaffinch Lane, at 10am for two hours thirty minutes.

  Published: Tuesday, 2nd August 2016

• Widening the High Street footpath

  As you can probably already tell, a lot of work is going on in Watford, especially on the High Street.

  Published: Monday, 1st August 2016

• Getting Together social club's 1950s celebration

  Getting Together social clubs are no strangers to a good “knees up”, April’s 1940s indoor street party can attest to that. July 28th saw the Holywell Community Centre rocking back to the 1950s.

  Published: Monday, 1st August 2016

• Big Screen on the Beach launches this Saturday!

  This Saturday 30 July, Watford Borough Council’s two-in-one event, Big Screen on the Beach, launches with some heavyweight blockbusters and tonnes of sandy activity.

  Published: Thursday, 28th July 2016

• Topgolf takeover at Big Screen on the Beach

  There will be a Topgolf takeover at Watford Council’s Big Screen on the Beach this summer

  Published: Friday, 15th July 2016

• Museums in Motion

  'Museums in Motion' is a brand new dance and heritage inspired film installation that is opening at Watford Museum for summer 2016.

  Published: Monday, 11th July 2016

• ‘Dismayed’: Elected Mayor blasts train cancellations for thousands of commuters

  Southern Railway’s decision to axe train services between Watford Junction and Clapham Junction with just a few days’ notice has been criticised by Elected Mayor of Watford Baroness Dorothy Thornhill.

  Published: Thursday, 7th July 2016

• Big Screen on the Beach

  Big Screen on the Beach will be kicking off on Saturday 30 July and finishing on Bank Holiday Monday on 29 August at the Parade in the centre of town. 

  Published: Wednesday, 6th July 2016

• Watford's in bloom

  Watford town centre is packed full of flowers, thanks to Watford BID businesses.

  Published: Monday, 4th July 2016

• Watford local warns people not to get caught out by flytippers

  Watford resident Stewart Wilson, 39, is warning people about the dangers of giving rubbish to cold callers, after he was recently scammed.

  Published: Tuesday, 28th June 2016

• New bus stops to hit High Street

  There are plans for two new bus stops to be added at the lower section of Watford High Street, with works due to start Monday 27 June.

  Published: Thursday, 23rd June 2016
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  Great-grandmother's call for action on Audentior

  A great-grandmother who ran fundraising breakfasts from her front room is calling on Watford to nominate its everyday heroes in the annual Audentior Awards.

  Published: Wednesday, 22nd June 2016

• Archaeological adventures in Cassiobury Park

  More than 150 people turned out for the free Archaeological Dig Open Day in Watford’s Cassiobury Park at the weekend.

  Published: Monday, 20th June 2016

• Annual Statement of Accounts Financial Year 2015-16

  The council publishes its Statement of Accounts annually to illustrate the authority’s financial position as at the end of the financial year and the transactions within that year.

  Published: Thursday, 16th June 2016

• Watford’s aristocratic past: Everyone invited to Archaeological Dig Open Day

  There will be a FREE ‘Archaeological Dig Open Day’ in Watford’s Cassiobury Park on Saturday, and everyone is invited.

  Published: Thursday, 16th June 2016

• Watford’s extraordinary open air performance festival returns for sixth year

  Imagine Watford returns to the streets for its sixth spectacular year.

  Published: Tuesday, 14th June 2016

• Brilliant Big Dance brings in thousands…

  Thousands of extra people came to Watford town centre on Sunday because of free extravaganza the Big Dance.

  Published: Tuesday, 7th June 2016

• Watford Borough Council receives decision on Farm Terrace Allotments

  The council has today received a decision from the Secretary of State (SofS) for Communities and Local Government (DCLG) that it can go ahead with its plans to appropriate the Farm Terrace allotments.

  Published: Thursday, 26th May 2016

• History of iconic double-decker bus to be performed during Watford Big Dance

  The story of London’s iconic red double-decker Routemaster bus will be told in dance during a professional routine before amateur performers take over the stage during Watford Big Dance.

  Published: Wednesday, 25th May 2016

• Archaeological Dig Open Day at Cassiobury Park

  The public and any budding archaeologists will have the opportunity to attend an ‘Archaeological Dig Open Day’ in Watford's Cassiobury Park on Saturday 18 June from 11am to 3pm, and it's FREE.

  Published: Wednesday, 25th May 2016

• Benefits cheat prosecuted by Watford Borough Council for the second time

  A repeat benefits cheat who didn’t learn his lesson after being caught out by Watford Borough Council in 2010 has again been prosecuted for defrauding the system.

  Published: Thursday, 12th May 2016

• Liberal Democrats Take 25 Seats in Local Elections

  The Liberal Democrats have a large majority following all out local elections. Labour won a total of 11 seats.

  Published: Saturday, 7th May 2016

• Bus service changes

  Bus service changes have been agreed and implemented.

  Published: Thursday, 5th May 2016

• Election results announced

  The Liberal Democrats won 25 seats at this years local election making them the largest party in the council with a majority of 8.

  Published: Thursday, 5th May 2016

• Microchipped Monty urges others to follow in his 'paw-steps'

  Brave Monty the puppy is helping Watford Borough Council show how easy it is for dogs to get microchipped so they are never lost for long from their owners.

  Published: Wednesday, 4th May 2016

• Big Word Fest brings the spirit of Dahl to Watford Museum

  Last week, Watford Museum was teeming with young children keen to hear Roald Dahl’s stories The Twits and The BFG.

  Published: Friday, 22nd April 2016

• Big Word Fest draws to a close on St George’s Day

  Watford’s first literature festival Big Word Fest will end with a performance of Shakespeare on the Streets to celebrate England’s greatest poet and playwright on St George’s Day.

  Published: Wednesday, 20th April 2016

• Watford’s Firefighters give children a lesson in CPR

  As part of its role in Safer Watford – the town’s community safety partnership – Watford’s Garston-based Firefighters have delivered a session on CPR and choking to Year 6 pupils.

  Published: Monday, 18th April 2016

• Candidates announced for Watford’s local elections

  The candidates standing in Watford Borough Council’s ward elections on 5 May have been announced.

  Published: Friday, 8th April 2016

• Mr Twit's disgusterous beard and the Big Friendly Giant: Don't miss out on museum adventures!

  Learn about the horrible Twits and create your own disgusterous, hairy, bristly beard or hear the story of the friendliest giant and create your own fizzing, whizzing golden dream.

  Published: Thursday, 7th April 2016

• High-flying success for Better Business for All Hertfordshire

  The Better Business for All (BBfA) Partnership between Hertfordshire’s councils and businesses has become the only initiative of its kind in the UK to be shortlisted for two national awards.

  Published: Wednesday, 6th April 2016

• ‘Show your dog how much you love them’: Get them microchipped today

  Statistics released today by Watford Borough Council show how important it is for dog-owners to have their pets microchipped so that they will never parted from them.

  Published: Wednesday, 23rd March 2016

• Watford marks Commonwealth Day and commemorates First World War

  This week Watford marked Commonwealth Day by raising the Commonwealth flag.

  Published: Thursday, 17th March 2016

• Hundreds take part in Big Word Fest’s Dahl celebrations

  Almost 800 people flocked to Watford Council’s Roald Dahl celebrations on Saturday 12 March.

  Published: Monday, 14th March 2016

• Where’s the bandstand going?

  The historic Cassiobury Bandstand is being taken for a revamp before being returned to its home in the park.

  Published: Thursday, 10th March 2016

• Former traffic warden prosecuted by Watford Borough Council for benefits fraud

  A former traffic warden has been convicted of benefit fraud after failing to declare that he had found new employment.

  Published: Tuesday, 8th March 2016

• Watford prepares for a Dahl-tastic parade

  The town’s first literary festival kicks off in style on Saturday 12 March with a wacky Roald Dahl parade and plenty of arts and crafts shenanigans. And it’s all free.

  Published: Monday, 7th March 2016

• Moving ahead with our major projects

  The Metropolitan Line Extension and Watford Health Campus projects are full steam ahead, with works gathering pace this spring. Unfortunately, as a result there will be some disruption on the roads but please bear with us, Watford remains open for business.

  Published: Thursday, 25th February 2016

• Big Word Fest

  To mark a year filled with literary milestones, we have announced our first ever literary festival.

  Published: Thursday, 25th February 2016

• Watford's Spring Clean

  To welcome in the spring, the council is launching a two-week town-wide spring clean on Friday 4 March, and is looking for local residents to get involved.

  Published: Monday, 15th February 2016

• Holocaust survivor makes plea to younger generation ‘Tell the world our story because we will not be here’

  Speaking at a Holocaust Memorial Day event at Watford Synagogue, Holocaust survivor Lily Ebert urged students present to “Tell the world our story because in a few years’ time we will not be here."

  Published: Friday, 12th February 2016

• Right to Rent goes live across England

  Right to Rent has now gone live across England.

  Published: Friday, 12th February 2016

• The regeneration of Ascot Road

  Watford Borough Council has signed a new 250 year lease with regeneration specialist Orion Land and Leisure for their site by Ascot Road, West Watford.

  Published: Thursday, 11th February 2016

• Investing in the future of the town centre

  As part of the plans for improving the town centre, Watford Borough Council is proposing to widen the pavement on the western side of the High Street, between the Met Quarter and Water Lane.

  Published: Thursday, 11th February 2016

• Herts Inclusive Theatre win Watford’s first pancake race

  Four young people from Herts Inclusive Theatre have been crowned the champions of Watford’s first ever pancake race around the pond.

  Published: Wednesday, 10th February 2016

• Valentine’s Day diners advised to avoid nasty surprises by checking restaurant ratings

  Nearly 80% of food and drinks outlets in Watford have received top scores for hygiene – but Valentine’s Day diners are reminded to check these ratings before eating out.

  Published: Wednesday, 10th February 2016

• Moving ahead with Watford Health Campus

  Another important step has been reached in the creation of the Watford Health Campus with the government approval of the scheme’s CPO (Compulsory Purchase Order).

  Published: Monday, 8th February 2016

• Green spaces in Watford

  Cabinet on 8 February will discuss the progress of the council’s green spaces strategy.

  Published: Monday, 8th February 2016

• Giving Watford residents better access to over 7000 new jobs in the town

  A new community interest company is being set up, supported by Watford Borough Council and Hertfordshire LEP, to bring education and employment closer together.

  Published: Thursday, 4th February 2016

• Wild art in Whippendell Woods and mini beasts in Cassiobury Park

  Children in Watford aged 10 and under are invited to take a walk on the wild side in Whippendell Woods this half term.

  Published: Monday, 1st February 2016

• Temporary closure of Sutton car park

  Visitors to the town centre should note that Sutton car park will be closed for nine days from Monday 1 February, for essential repair works to the exit ramps.

  Published: Monday, 1st February 2016

• New £4,500 ramps imported from the States for Watford skateboarders to use for free

  Skateboarding in Watford just got even better because Watford Borough Council has imported £4,500 worth of specialist equipment from the USA that people can now use for free.

  Published: Wednesday, 27th January 2016

• Contract awarded for restoration of Cassiobury Park

  Watford Borough Council has appointed Borras Construction to carry out the £6.6m Heritage Lottery and Big Lottery funded restoration of Cassiobury Park.

  Published: Monday, 25th January 2016

• Riverside Recreation Ground gets a new look

  Visitors to Riverside Recreation Ground are in for a treat, as the council has just installed a new play area, an adult gym, a multi-use games court and picnic benches.

  Published: Monday, 25th January 2016

• Council BIG Events-funded animation scoops award at London Short Film Festival

  An animation that was originally funded by Watford Borough Council and broadcast in Watford town centre won a prestigious award at the London Short Film Festival at the weekend.

  Published: Friday, 22nd January 2016

• Tell us what living in a conservation area means to you

  Watford residents are invited to give their views on living in a conservation area at a drop-in session with councillors.

  Published: Wednesday, 20th January 2016

• Watford cabinet proposes freeze to council tax

  Watford Council will consider freezing council tax for the seventh year in row following a recommendation from Watford's cabinet meeting on Monday (18 January).

  Published: Wednesday, 20th January 2016

• Expect some delays on the road in Watford

  Lots of major developments in Watford step up a gear in 2016, so residents and visitors are asked to bear with us, as Watford remains open for business.

  Published: Wednesday, 13th January 2016

• Council’s insulation scheme is keeping Watford snug

  Watford Council has been putting government funding to good use by installing external wall insulation in homes around the town.

  Published: Wednesday, 13th January 2016

• Building a new road to improve access to Watford Hospital

  A section of Wiggenhall Road will be closed to southbound traffic (towards Bushey/ Oxhey and Eastbury Road) from 11 January 2016 for around 6 weeks

  Published: Wednesday, 23rd December 2015

• Council playdays bring fun galore to the children of Watford

  Watford Borough Council made sure children got an extra special treat for their summer holidays by staging three free Playdays in a row in open spaces across the area.

  Published: Tuesday, 15th December 2015

• Champion boxer Hannah Beharry visits Watford boxing club

  Champion boxer Hannah Beharry visited a local boxing club, to show her support for a series of free boxing sessions supported by Watford Borough Council.

  Published: Tuesday, 15th December 2015

• BAFTA-winning script writer says commuters were inspiration for Watford animation

  The BAFTA-winning writer who helped create an animation that will be shown tonight for the first time for free in Watford says commuters inspired her script.

  Published: Tuesday, 8th December 2015
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  Local electoral arrangements finalised for Watford Borough Council

  The independent Local Government Boundary Commission for England has published its final recommendations for new electoral arrangements for Watford Borough Council.

  Published: Tuesday, 8th December 2015

• Road closure early warning

  A section of Wiggenhall Road will be closed to southbound traffic (towards Bushey/ Oxhey and Eastbury Road) from 11 January 2016 for around 6 weeks

  Published: Monday, 30th November 2015

• Enjoy Winter in Watford with us

  Celebrate the winter season in Watford with ice skating, festive shows, a Christmas market, Santa's grotto and more.

  Published: Monday, 30th November 2015

• Restoration of Watford Heath complete

  Watford Borough Council continues to improve the town’s green spaces, with the restoration of Watford Heath now complete.

  Published: Thursday, 26th November 2015

• Freestyle ice dancers to open Watford’s Big Skate

  Watford’s outdoor ice rink opens its doors at 11am this Saturday.

  Published: Tuesday, 24th November 2015

• Complete council exercise survey and you could win a prize

  Filling in a short survey could help residents get the exercise classes they are looking for as Watford Council is asking for views on sports and fitness classes that people really enjoy.

  Published: Tuesday, 24th November 2015

• Annual Audit of accounts Financial Year 2014-15

  The audit of the council's accounts for the financial year ending 31 March 2015 has been completed.

  Published: Friday, 20th November 2015

• Register to vote now if you haven’t already, or you’ll miss the deadline

  Watford Borough Council is urging people who have been invited to register to vote to respond now before the deadline on Monday.

  Published: Thursday, 19th November 2015

• Clean sweep for local roads

  A deep clean of 21 streets across the town is currently taking place, as part of the council’s commitment to keeping Watford clean green, and safe.

  Published: Thursday, 12th November 2015

• Improving parking in West Watford

  At Cabinet on 2 November, Members agreed to a final round of informal consultation with residents within controlled parking zone (cpz) M/N .

  Published: Thursday, 12th November 2015

• Transformation of Watford continues with multi-million pound redevelopment of shopping centre

  The creation of the one of the largest retail destinations in the UK has started in Watford town centre.

  Published: Wednesday, 11th November 2015

• Operation Clamp: Two fined as crackdown on blue badge misuse continues

  Two further people have been prosecuted as part of the ongoing Operation Clamp campaign by Watford Borough Council and Herts Police.

  Published: Tuesday, 10th November 2015

• Free WiFi launched in Watford's sheltered housing schemes

  Watford Borough Council and intechnologyWiFi today announced that free WiFi has been installed across Watford’s community centres and sheltered housing schemes.

  Published: Tuesday, 3rd November 2015

• Funding to help local groups make a difference

  Local Community Interest Company HertsCreation, were awarded £1000 from Watford Borough Council to help fund an innovative arts project for young people.

  Published: Tuesday, 3rd November 2015

• Council funds black box for community radio station

  Watford Borough Council has helped fund a popular community radio station by providing £2,000 from its Small Grants Fund to pay for equipment to keep it on air.

  Published: Monday, 2nd November 2015

• Businesses vote yes for a BID

  Businesses have voted to say yes to setting up a BID. It is set to deliver around £3 million of investment in a range of exciting town centre projects over the next five years and provide a coordinating voice to unite its businesses and communities.

  Published: Friday, 30th October 2015

• Respond to your household enquiry form now

  Watford Borough Council has now had responses to its household enquiry forms about the electoral roll from all bar about 4,000 households in the area.

  Published: Thursday, 29th October 2015

• Council works to remove invasive weed from Watford

  Areas in Watford affected by the invasive Japanese knotweed will be fenced off shortly, by Watford Borough Council, so that it can start to remove it from the town.

  Published: Thursday, 22nd October 2015

• Free business support for Watford residents

  Budding entrepreneurs from across Watford can access free online guidance from professional business mentors.

  Published: Thursday, 22nd October 2015

• Hefty costs for two women who misused blue badges to park close to town

  Two women stopped on the same day for using blue badges illegally have been prosecuted after Watford Borough Council and Herts Police launched Operation Clamp.

  Published: Wednesday, 21st October 2015

• Council encourages people to have their say on proposed ward boundary changes

  Watford Borough Council is encouraging people who live in their area to have their say about plans to change its ward boundaries.

  Published: Thursday, 15th October 2015

• Council funds five new vans to help keep Watford’s parks in tip top condition

  Watford Borough Council has invested in five new vans to collect litter from the town’s parks to ensure they remain as clean and green as possible while saving taxpayers money.

  Published: Wednesday, 14th October 2015

• Last chance to have your say on Watford Borough Council's ward boundaries

  There are just a few days left for local people to tell the independent Local Government Boundary Commission for England

  Published: Tuesday, 13th October 2015

• Creepy Cassiobury Eerie Event

  From 5.30pm on Friday 30 October ghosts and zombies will take over Cassiobury park.

  Published: Thursday, 8th October 2015

• 49 double-deckers worth of autumn leaves

  Veolia, Watford Borough Council’s waste partner, collected around 617 tonnes of leaves and litter last autumn in Watford

  Published: Thursday, 8th October 2015

• Celebration of local heroes at Audentior Awards 2015

  Watford honoured the outstanding work carried out by individuals and organisations in the community last Friday at Watford Colosseum.

  Published: Wednesday, 7th October 2015

• New smoke and carbon monoxide alarm legislation for rented properties

  New legislation which came into force on 1 October 2015 requires landlords at the start of a new tenancy to fit a smoke alarm on every floor of rented accommodation and install a carbon monoxide alarm

  Published: Wednesday, 7th October 2015

• Man ordered to start paying the thousands he owes in council tax – or face prison

  A man who racked up thousands of pounds worth of debt in unpaid council tax has been ordered to start repaying the money he owes now – or face prison.

  Published: Wednesday, 7th October 2015

• Banishing plastic bags from our town

  Starting today, large shops in Watford and across the country will have to charge five pence for all single use plastic carrier bags they provide.

  Published: Monday, 5th October 2015

• Big Events Diwali celebrations to light up Watford

  The next in the Big Events series is set to bring colour, lights and culture to the heart of Watford.

  Published: Monday, 5th October 2015

• Council in bid for funding to put Watford Museum on the map

  Watford Museum is applying to the Heritage Lottery Fund for some money to completely refurbish their Grade II listed home.

  Published: Wednesday, 23rd September 2015

• Calling all budding artists to Watford Museum

  Watford Museum is taking part in the national Big Draw event on Saturday 3 October with lots of free activities for children and adults alike.

  Published: Wednesday, 23rd September 2015

• Harry the Hornet, Big Cig and Pepper Pig to do battle in Big Sports Day mascot race

  Watford FC may have won their first match of the season, but Harry the Hornet’s challenge will come during Watford Borough Council’s Big Sports Day on Saturday.

  Published: Friday, 18th September 2015

• 1.3 tonnes of waste removed in one afternoon

  Members of the council’s recycling team, in partnership with Veolia, helped residents to tidy up their street over the weekend, in response to concerns from people in the area.

  Published: Tuesday, 15th September 2015

• Something to provide comfort on a sad day: New tearoom at West Herts Crematorium

  The new Bluebells Tearoom has opened in the scenic grounds of West Herts Crematorium after funding was made available from a committee of five local councils.

  Published: Wednesday, 9th September 2015

• Coffee, tea and cakes to celebrate the Queen

  Chairman of Watford Borough Council Kareen Hastrick marked the day when Queen Elizabeth II became Britain’s longest reigning monarch with some tea and cake at St John’s Church held to mark the occasion

  Published: Wednesday, 9th September 2015

• Mayor and her cabinet to introduce weekend and bank holiday burials for Watford

  Watford Borough Council will now be able to offer weekend and bank holiday burials after a new cemeteries strategy was last night agreed by the mayor and her cabinet.

  Published: Tuesday, 8th September 2015

• Cassiobury Park in the running to be named as the nation’s favourite

  Watford Borough Council is asking residents to vote for their favourite Green Flag park to make it the nations favourite.

  Published: Tuesday, 8th September 2015

• Early birthday present for 80-year-old from the Green Aiders and Watford Borough Council

  A man who will celebrate his 80th birthday on Bank Holiday Monday got an early present when Watford Borough Council sent some ‘Green Aiders’ to spruce up his garden.

  Published: Wednesday, 26th August 2015

• Don’t delay – if you haven’t already, respond to your voter registration forms today!

  Watford Borough Council is reminding residents in the area of the need to respond to its annual voter registration canvass – alongside the 35% who have already responded to it.

  Published: Thursday, 20th August 2015

• Ebury Way is back on track

  Works to repair and restore a bridge over the Grand Union Canal along the Ebury Way have finished and the popular cycle route is open once again.

  Published: Wednesday, 19th August 2015

• Council prosecutes builder after waste was found dumped in someone else's skip

  The director of a small building company has been fined £1,000 for calling “some guys” to remove the waste from a property refurbishment his company was undertaking – without ensuring they had a legitimate waste license.

  Published: Wednesday, 19th August 2015

• Love your bump

  Smoking is the single most modifiable risk factor for adverse outcomes in pregnancy.

  Published: Monday, 17th August 2015

• Respond to your voter registration forms now

  Watford Borough Council has sent forms to 38,600 homes as part of its annual voter registration canvass to help keep the electoral register up-to-date.

  Published: Friday, 7th August 2015

• Dirty Dancing wins Watford Big Screen People’s Choice vote

  Dirty Dancing is the winner of Watford Borough Council's People's Choice vote and will be shown on Watford's very own outdoor cinema, the Big Screen.

  Published: Friday, 7th August 2015

• Benefit cheat ordered to pay back over 11,000

  After an investigation by Watford Borough Council and the Department of Work Pensions (DWP) a former Watford resident has pleaded guilty to four offences of benefit fraud. All overpayments, totalling £11,232.80, are to be repaid to Watford Borough Council, the DWP and HMRC.

  Published: Wednesday, 5th August 2015

• Big Beach leaves Watford but Big Screen is on the way

  Watford Big Beach came to a triumphant close yesterday on one of the hottest days of the year.

  Published: Tuesday, 4th August 2015

• Landlord pleads guilty after property found to be a potential death-trap

  Following an investigation by Watford Borough Council and joint action with the Fire and Rescue Service, a Watford landlord yesterday pleaded guilty to four offences after failing to protect tenants

  Published: Monday, 3rd August 2015

• Mobile app tells residents about changes in their local area

  A new mobile app has been released this month which tells residents in Hertfordshire about changes in their local area.

  Published: Monday, 3rd August 2015

• Playdays come to Watford: mark the dates in your diary

  As part of Playday, the UK’s national day for play, children aged 5 to 15 and their families are invited to take part in three days of fun activities across Watford – most of which are free.

  Published: Friday, 31st July 2015

• Restoration of Ebury Way bridge

  Works to repair and restore a bridge over the Grand Union Canal along the Ebury Way will continue until 1 August.

  Published: Tuesday, 28th July 2015

• St Mary's Churchyard and Callowland Rec added to list of nations best parks

  Watford residents now have six award-winning parks on their doorstep – and that’s official, with Green Flag’s awarded today to St Mary’s Churchyard and Callowland Recreation Ground.

  Published: Thursday, 23rd July 2015

• Five sisters help keep Watford clean and green through responsible dog ownership

  Five young sisters showed their commitment to responsible dog ownership at an event by the Dogs Trust and Watford Borough Council – where they gave £135 to charity.

  Published: Thursday, 23rd July 2015

• Helping Watford to stay clean and green

  In support of the national Love Where You Live campaign, Watford Borough Council with its partners Veolia, helped a local fast food chain to organise a litter pick in the town.

  Published: Tuesday, 21st July 2015

• Big Screen is back!

  As part of the Big Events – a series of community events put on by Watford Borough Council – Watford’s outdoor cinema, the Big Screen, is back by popular demand.

  Published: Friday, 17th July 2015

• Court tells man: ‘Start paying your council tax or face prison’

  A man who had nearly five years of council tax outstanding has been ordered to start repaying the £9,010.49 he owes – or face prison.

  Published: Tuesday, 14th July 2015

• 7/7 anniversary to be marked

  We will be observing a national minute’s silence today at 11.30am to mark the 10th anniversary of the 7/7 bombings in London.

  Published: Tuesday, 7th July 2015

• Shake Up this summer with Change4Life

  This summer, Change4Life has teamed up with Disney to inspire children in Hertfordshire to get active with the launch of the 10 Minute Shake Up campaign.

  Published: Friday, 3rd July 2015

• Celebrating green travel and road safety in Watford

  Come join us on Wednesday 10 June on The Parade to find out about road safety and how you can travel around town in a more environmentally friendly way.

  Published: Monday, 8th June 2015

• New Chairman takes up role as ‘civic face’ of council and names her Watford charities

  The new Chairman of Watford Borough Council has been named as Councillor Kareen Hastrick.

  Published: Thursday, 28th May 2015

• Beat the street

  Beat the Street is a real-life walking and cycling challenge, which aims to get the whole community in Watford moving.

  Published: Wednesday, 27th May 2015

• New scheme helps vulnerable adults to ‘Think Safe’

  A new project to educate vulnerable adults about keeping safe is being hailed a success.

  Published: Tuesday, 19th May 2015

• A night of mystical, magical wonders at Watford Museum

  This Saturday 16 May, 6pm-10pm, Watford Museum is coming alive at night as part of Culture 24’s Museums at Night festival.

  Published: Thursday, 14th May 2015

• Making Croxley count for the community

  Now the Government has given the green light to the Met Line extension, Hertfordshire County Council will work with partners to ensure the expected community benefits are realised.

  Published: Wednesday, 13th May 2015

• Have your say on new ward boundaries for Watford

  The independent Local Government Boundary Commission for England is asking local people for their help to draw up a new pattern of council wards for Watford Borough Council.

  Published: Tuesday, 12th May 2015

• Don't forget to vote: Find your polling station here

  There are just a few hours left to vote and have your say in the local and general elections today (Thursday 7 May).

  Published: Thursday, 7th May 2015

• Council catches mum and daughter who collected £200k while claiming benefits

  A mother and daughter have pleaded guilty to multiple fraud offences after an investigation led by Watford Borough Council discovered they had more than £200,000 while claiming benefits.

  Published: Thursday, 7th May 2015

• Rebecca Ferguson to headline Watford’s Big Summer Sounds

  Following the release of her third album - a remake of Billie Holiday’s iconic Lady Sings The Blues – X Factor star Rebecca Ferguson is headlining Watford’s Big Summer Sounds on Sunday 17 May.

  Published: Tuesday, 5th May 2015

• Bands gear up for Watford Borough Council’s free music festival Big Summer Sounds

  Two of the bands who will perform at Watford Borough Council’s free music festival, Big Summer Sounds, say they can’t wait to experience the buzz of the town.

  Published: Tuesday, 5th May 2015

• Blue badge cheat fined as part of Operation Clamp

  Another motorist has been prosecuted for blue badge misuse as Watford Borough Council and Herts Police continue to implement Operation Clamp.

  Published: Tuesday, 28th April 2015

• Free compost for Watford residents

  To say thank you to Watford residents for recycling, we are giving away free bags of compost this Thursday 30 April between 4 and 6pm.

  Published: Tuesday, 28th April 2015

• Spring clean for the pond on The Parade

  The pond on the parade is having a spring clean which is why the fountains have been turned off temporarily.

  Published: Thursday, 23rd April 2015

• Election candidates announced by Watford Borough Council

  Watford Borough Council can now officially announce the parliamentary candidates who will be standing to represent the area in the general election on Thursday 7 May.

  Published: Thursday, 9th April 2015

• Candidates for election to be announced tomorrow

  The names of the parliamentary candidates who are standing to represent the Watford constituency will be formally announced tomorrow before 5pm.

  Published: Wednesday, 8th April 2015

• Struggling for ideas of what to do during the children’s Easter break? Then read this

  There are lots of fun activities happening across Watford during the school Easter holidays, many of which are free.

  Published: Thursday, 2nd April 2015

• Recycling for your children’s future: birthday treat for tot who loves bin lorries

  Aryan Kardani got a special treat for his second birthday when Elected Mayor Dorothy Thornhill invited him onto on one of Watford Borough Council’s bin lorries.

  Published: Wednesday, 25th March 2015

• Improving Watford town centre for businesses and visitors

  Further improvement works are nearing completion at the top of the town in support of local businesses and to encourage more visitors to Watford.

  Published: Monday, 23rd March 2015

• Jamaica High Commissioner celebrates partnership with Watford

  Jamaica High Commissioner Aloun Ndombet-Assamba was greeted by Council Chairman George Derbyshire during a special visit to Watford Borough Council.

  Published: Monday, 23rd March 2015

• Protecting Watford's heritage

  Watford Borough Council has beefed up security at Watford Museum with the installation of CCTV and intruder alarms monitored 24/7 from a town centre control room.

  Published: Monday, 23rd March 2015

• Council Chairman raises hundreds of pounds to help charities in Watford

  Chairman of Watford Borough Council George Derbyshire raised about £660 for his two charities by hosting an Evening at the Opera on Sunday.

  Published: Friday, 20th March 2015

• A new playground for Berry Avenue

  Children from Cherry Tree School, the Mayor and local councillors celebrated the re-opening of the Berry Avenue playground.

  Published: Thursday, 19th March 2015

• Council joins local authorities across UK in Single Commemorative Act for Great War

  Watford Borough Council joined local authorities nation-wide yesterday in a Single Commemorative Act of remembrance to all those who died fighting for the Commonwealth in the First World War.

  Published: Tuesday, 10th March 2015

• Mayor launches first Cassiobury parkrun... and it’s attended by Olympic marathon runner

  Persistent rain did nothing to dampen the mood at Cassiobury Park on Saturday as 157 runners completed the inaugural 'Cassiobury parkrun'.

  Published: Wednesday, 4th March 2015

• Partnership work helps nab two crooks who tried to steal tablet in broad daylight

  Watford Borough Council’s town enforcement officer helped police catch two crooks who brazenly walked off with a tablet from a shop window display in broad daylight.

  Published: Tuesday, 17th February 2015

• CIL is coming...

  The introduction of the Community Infrastructure Levy means that extra information will be required in all planning applications submitted to the council.

  Published: Monday, 16th February 2015

• Coach to teach people how to use equipment in free outdoor gyms

  Everyone is invited to Watford’s outdoor gyms for free sessions on how to use the equipment, led by a qualified coach.

  Published: Thursday, 29th January 2015

• Dine out Tuesday lunch club at Centrepoint Community Centre

  The ‘Dine Out Tuesday’ lunch club has been organised the Radlett Road Community Association, who divide tasks such as laying tables, serving food and washing up between them.

  Published: Monday, 26th January 2015

• Boxing club saved from closure

  A popular boxing club has been saved from closure after a community effort to help its members find a new home.

  Published: Monday, 19th January 2015

• Reclaiming Watford's heritage

  Residents who enjoy a bracing winter walk are encouraged to visit the recently refurbished Waterfields Recreation Ground, close to the town centre.

  Published: Wednesday, 14th January 2015

• Ancient bowl from Watford Museum could be worth £100,000

  A mysterious object from Watford Museum has sparked international interest after the discovery that it could be worth up to £100,000.

  Published: Thursday, 8th January 2015

• Got an idea about how to reduce waste?

  Local businesses, charities and voluntary groups are being called upon to join together to prevent waste.

  Published: Thursday, 8th January 2015

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