https://www.watford.gov.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Sat, 26 Sep 2026 04:02:27 +0000 Sat, 26 Sep 2026 04:02:27 +0000 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1051/boosting-local-biodiversity-veolia-orchard-applications-open-in-watford-for-2026 Celebrity chef and GBBO champion, Matty Edgell has announced the opening of this year's Veolia Orchard scheme, inviting schools and community groups in Watford to apply. Wed, 23 Sep 2026 10:06:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1050/coming-soon-watford-community-solar-share-offer Grand Union Community Energy (GUCE), in partnership with the council, is exploring a new community solar share offer... Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:28:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1049/vicarage-road-parade-improvements-completed Improvement works to Vicarage Road Parade have now been completed, creating a more welcoming and accessible space for residents, businesses and visitors. Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:51:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1048/swap-don-t-shop-veolia-and-watford-borough-council-team-up-for-a-clothes-swap Veolia, in partnership with Watford Borough Council, is hosting a clothes swap event on Saturday 19 September at Watford Palace Theatre, WD17 1JZ. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:42:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1047/statement-from-the-elected-mayor-of-watford-following-the-local-government-reorganisation-update Statement on behalf of Peter Taylor, Elected Mayor of Watford. Tue, 08 Sep 2026 13:49:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1046/watford-borough-council-goes-live-on-the-national-parking-platform Watford Borough Council has joined the National Parking Platform (NPP), giving drivers more choice and flexibility when paying for parking across the council's participating locations. Mon, 07 Sep 2026 11:54:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1045/get-outdoors-get-active-give-back-river-colne-volunteer-day Residents are being invited to step into nature, learn new skills and make a real difference to one of Watford's most valuable natural habitats at a special River Colne Volunteer Day this September. Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:58:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1044/walking-wheeling-and-cycling-experience-along-lower-high-street-consultation Hertfordshire County Council is developing plans to improve the walking, wheeling and cycling experience along Lower High Street in Watford... Thu, 03 Sep 2026 09:53:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1043/nominations-open-for-audentior-awards-to-celebrate-watford-s-local-heroes The Mayor and Chairman of Watford Borough Council are delighted to announce the return of the Audentior Awards, taking place on Friday 26 February 2027. Wed, 02 Sep 2026 10:40:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/647/changes-to-waste-collection-this-august-bank-holiday There will be a revised waste and recycling collection timetable this Bank Holiday Monday (31 August 2026). Collections will take place one day later during the week. Sun, 23 Aug 2026 01:53:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1042/council-shortlisted-for-prestigious-apse-council-of-the-year-award-and-six-more-categories- Watford Borough Council has been named a finalist in the 2026 APSE Council of the Year Award category – one of the UK’s most prestigious awards celebrating excellence in local government... Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:17:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1041/herts-pride-returns-for-its-14th-celebration-in-cassiobury-park-22-aug- Hertfordshire’s county Pride returns to Cassiobury Park, Watford, on Saturday 22 August, bringing together ten hours of live entertainment, community, wellbeing and celebration. Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:25:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1040/community-invited-to-help-shape-new-exhibition-exploring-watford-s-silk-heritage Help shape the opening exhibition at the new Museum of Watford "Fabric of Watford". Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:10:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1039/big-beach-returns-to-watford-for-another-summer-of-seaside-fun If you're staying local this summer, there's no need to head to the coast to enjoy a day at the beach. Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:08:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1038/museum-on-tour-brings-history-creativity-and-community-stories-to-summer-events-across-watford The Museum of Watford team is taking local history out of the museum and into the heart of the community this August with a series of interactive Museum on Tour stalls at two major local events. Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:11:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1037/watford-s-history-on-show-once-more-through-heritage-open-days-events The much-loved national festival is returning to Watford this September. Heritage Open Days will once again open up some of Watford’s treasured buildings from Friday 11 to Sunday 20 September 2026. Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:19:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1036/new-funding-will-help-the-council-to-tackle-the-sticky-issue-of-chewing-gum-on-town-s-streets Watford Borough Council has successfully obtained a grant from the Chewing Gum Task Force, administered by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy, to help clean up gum and reduce gum littering.  Fri, 31 Jul 2026 10:04:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1035/don-t-lose-your-vote-residents-in-watford-urged-to-check-voter-registration-details Watford residents are being urged to check their electoral registration details or risk losing their chance to vote on decisions that affect them. Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:19:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1034/watford-borough-council-shortlisted-for-numerous-national-awards-at-apse The council and its partners, have been shortlisted in six of the 17 award categories, the highest number of nominations of any UK local authority in 2026... Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:58:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1033/lidl-signs-25-year-lease-with-council-for-high-street-building-delivering-another-major-investment-for-town Watford Borough Council has welcomed Lidl GB to Watford town centre after the supermarket signed a 25-year lease for the ground floor and part of the first floor of 29–35 High Street... Sun, 26 Jul 2026 17:17:00 +0100