Amber Heat Health Alert issued
An Amber Heat Health Alert is currently in effect for the East of England, including our area. The alert is valid until 9am on 23 June 2025.
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St Mary’s Churchyard upgraded by council to support nature and community
Watford Borough Council has completed a series of enhancements to St Mary’s Churchyard, creating a more welcoming and family-friendly green space in the heart of the town...
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Changes to waste collection due to Bank Holiday
There will be a revised waste and recycling collection timetable this Bank Holiday Monday (26 May).
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Watford unveils vibrant programme of free and low-cost events
Watford Borough Council is excited to unveil a packed summer programme of free and low-cost events that will bring the community together and make the most of the warmer months.
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Help name Watford’s town centre event space!
A familiar space by the pond is about to get a brand-new identity, and Watford Borough Council and Watford Town Centre BID are asking local people to help them choose a name for the area.
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Councillor Dawn Allen-Williamson concludes term as Watford’s Chairwoman
Councillor Dawn Allen-Williamson has completed her term as Chairwoman of Watford Borough Council, marking a significant milestone as the first Black woman to hold this position...
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Councillor Favour Ezeifedi announced as first African Chairman of Council
Watford Borough Council has announced Councillor Favour Ezeifedi as its new Chairman, with Councillor Sohail Bashir as Vice-Chairman, at the Annual Council meeting on Tuesday 20 May...
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Redevelopment of Watford General Hospital takes step forward with £12m funding for next phase of the scheme
Plans to rebuild Watford General Hospital have taken a major step forward after the government committed to fund close to £12 million on the scheme...
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Watford commemorates VE Day 80 with flag raising and proclamation
Watford marked the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day with a commemoration and flag raising at the Town Hall and Peace Memorial on Thursday 8 May 2025...
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Watford goes back to the future as Harlequin returns!
It’s the news that Watford has been waiting for as the shopping centre at the heart of the town takes a bold step back to the future to reclaim its iconic Harlequin name!
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NSL donates £1,000 to Citizens Advice Watford
NSL, a leading provider of parking enforcement services in the UK, has donated £1,000 to Citizens Advice to support their essential work in providing free, impartial advice and guidance to residents.
