https://www.watford.gov.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:08:24 +0000 Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:08:24 +0000 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1021/big-screen-returns-to-watford-with-two-weeks-of-free-outdoor-cinema Watford Borough Council’s popular Big Screen is returning for summer 2026, bringing two weeks of free outdoor cinema to locations across the town... Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:23:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1020/herts-summer-parks-returns-this-august-for-2026- Herts Sport & Physical Activity Partnership, in collaboration with Hertfordshire County Council and Watford Borough Council, is delighted to announce the return of Herts Summer Parks this August 2026. Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:10:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1019/step-into-a-world-of-colour-music-and-imagination-as-colourscape-returns-to-cassiobury-park-22-to-31-aug-2026- A giant labyrinth of glowing colour, extraordinary live music and immersive performances is set to transform Cassiobury Park this August as Colourscape returns for a ten-day festival... Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:15:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1018/mayor-officially-opens-new-safestore-at-watford-riverwell People gathered to celebrate the official opening of Safestore, the UK’s largest self storage company, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing transformation of the Watford Riverwell... Sat, 27 Jun 2026 20:17:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1017/high-viz-heroes-day-arrives-as-veolia-watford-council-take-a-stand-against-frontline-worker-abuse Veolia, Watford Council’s environmental services provider, is marking its first High-Viz Heroes Day on 26 June to recognise and thank the essential workers who keep communities running smoothly. Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:02:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1015/marcon-fit-out-to-be-recommended-to-bring-new-museum-of-watford-to-life-at-council-meeting Marcon Fit-Out to be recommended to bring new Museum of Watford to life at council meeting. Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:11:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1014/council-to-consider-sale-of-exchange-road-site-to-support-improved-homelessness-services Watford Borough Council's Cabinet are considering the sale of 122 Exchange Road to local charity New Hope... Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:04:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1013/record-number-of-free-trees-available-in-your-tree-our-future-2026-scheme- Hertfordshire residents are once again being invited to play their part in tackling climate change, as the popular ‘Your Tree Our Future’ scheme returns, offering 100,000 free trees. Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:51:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1012/waste-collection-in-hot-weather With the current high temperatures, our collection crews are starting their rounds from 5am in the morning and taking extra breaks to stay safe in the heat.  Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:34:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1011/council-and-morgan-sindall-win-retrofit-award-for-landmark-watford-colosseum-transformation Watford Borough Council and Morgan Sindall Construction win prestigious award... Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:04:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1010/council-receives-the-bronze-award-in-the-economic-development-category-at-the-lgc-awards Out of 11 shortlisted councils and many more submissions, the council received the Bronze Award for its submission ‘A connected town centre shaped for long-term success’... Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:52:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1009/young-people-and-adults-come-together-for-inclusive-powerhousegames Nearly 100 people from across Hertfordshire came together at Woodside Leisure Centre on 10 June for a special inclusive multi-sport event celebrating accessibility, teamwork and the power of sport... Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:59:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1008/expanded-programme-of-events-for-10th-watford-fringe-festival-with-bandstand-outdoor-theatre-and-jiveswing Watford Fringe Festival is returning for its 10th year this summer, with a packed programme of theatre, music, comedy and family entertainment across the town. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:22:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1007/museum-of-watford-calls-for-volunteers-to-bring-local-history-to-life The Museum of Watford is inviting residents to play a key role in its exciting future by applying for a new Learning & Engagement Volunteer opportunity, as part of its major redevelopment project. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:31:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1006/paddling-pools-to-temporarily-close-15-18-june-for-essential-refinement-works Cassiobury Park paddling pools welcomed more than 12,300 visitors during May highlighting their popularity with local families as the warmer weather arrives... Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:22:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1005/take-part-in-the-cycle-forum-and-green-heart-of-watford-event-on-11-june-great-big-green-week- Join us for the next Cycle Forum on Thursday 11 June, running alongside the Green Heart of Watford event at St Mary’s Church as part of Great Big Green Week... Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:19:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1004/watford-cabinet-approves-ambitious-new-council-plan Watford Council’s cabinet has passed its new Council Plan and Delivery Plan for 2026-28... Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:15:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1003/help-create-a-place-without-prejudice-in-watford This Pride Month, residents and visitors are invited to take part in a vibrant, creative celebration of inclusion, identity, and belonging at a special community event in the heart of Watford. Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:40:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1002/watford-set-for-a-summer-packed-with-entertainment-culture-and-community-events- A packed programme of free and affordable events is returning to Watford this summer, bringing live entertainment, cultural celebrations and family activities to locations across the town. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:15:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1001/new-padelstars-venue-brings-fast-growing-sport-to-watford Watford residents can now try one of the UK’s fastest-growing sports, as PadelStars has officially opened five brand-new padel courts at Woodside Playing Fields, on the former Owls Bowls Club site... Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:22:00 +0100