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Tuesday, Jul 16

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17 parks and open spaces in Watford awarded Green Flag awards

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Watford’s green spaces have been granted more Green Flag awards than any other district in Hertfordshire for the ninth year running!

Monday, Jul 15

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Watford Community Cup Golf Tournament raises over £4,000 for local causes

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Over £4,000 was raised to support local causes in Watford...

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Council launches Business Pledge for town at Regal's Clarendon Works

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The council have announced the launch of the ‘Watford Business Pledge’, an initiative designed to foster social responsibility and sustainable practices within the local business community...

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Watford’s Big Jiveswing Festival announces an incredible lineup for 2024!

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Calling all swing lovers, jazz enthusiasts, and vintage aficionados!

Sunday, Jul 14

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Have your say to boost Hertfordshire’s biodiversity and species

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Newly formed partnership calls on land managers, businesses and individuals to

Wednesday, Jul 10

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Paddling pool will be closed for essential maintenance (15-17 July 2024)

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The Cassiobury Park paddling pool will be closed for three days in July, to allow essential maintenance to take place and ensure it's ready for the peak periods over the summer months ahead...

Tuesday, Jul 9

12

West Herts Amateur Boxing Club packs a punch with boost thanks to council grant

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West Herts Amateur Boxing Club (ABC) has been awarded a generous grant of £5,000 from the council's Neighbourhood Grant initiative...

Sunday, Jul 7

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Organisations celebrate lottery anniversary at community event

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Local organisations across Watford recently came together at the town’s Community Network event (17 June)...

Thursday, Jun 20

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Swing into summer with Watford's Jiveswing Festival on 28 July

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One of the largest free UK Jazz festivals will be returning to Watford this summer and it will feature some of the best internationally acclaimed musicians, bands and dancers...

Monday, Jun 17

Neighbourhood Grant open for community to apply for funding up to £50,000

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The council have announced the launch of its latest round of funding for the ‘Neighbourhood Grant’, which is aimed at supporting local community projects that contribute to the betterment...

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5,000 FREE trees available for Watford residents

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Watford Borough Council have 5,000 FREE trees up for grabs as part of the ongoing countywide 'Your Tree Our Future' initiative...

Tuesday, Jun 11

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Water Lane road safety works to be completed shortly (14 June)

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Hertfordshire County Council will shortly be completing the road safety improvements on Water Lane at the junction with High Street in Watford.

Tuesday, Jun 4

12

Watford to commemorate D-Day with flag raising, poem readings, and beacon lighting

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Watford will join the nation in commemorating the 80th anniversary of D-Day on Wednesday 6 June...

Monday, Jun 3

13

Simpler Recycling

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Simpler Recycling seeks to improve recycling rates, reduce contamination and achieve net zero targets.

Thursday, May 30

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Whippendell Woods car park to close for three weeks (3 to 21 June)

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A Watford car park is set to be closed on weekdays for three weeks...

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Watford's electric car club celebrates significant carbon emission savings and opening of new bays

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Another major milestone in Watford’s aim to promote greener transport has been achieved, with Enterprise and the council announcing the progress made by the recently launched eco-friendly car club...

Footpath enhancements in Cassiobury Park

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To increase accessibility and ensure a safer and more enjoyable experience for visitors in Cassiobury Park, improvements to key footpaths in the award-winning open space are being completed...

Wednesday, May 29

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Water Lane road safety works to be completed on 14 June

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Hertfordshire County Council will shortly be completing the road safety improvements on Water Lane at the junction with High Street in Watford.

Friday, May 24

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Watford looks to go greener with fortnightly recycling collections

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Watford Borough Council is considering taking another step towards a more sustainable future.

Thursday, May 23

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Mayor celebrates £16m injection to Town Hall and Colosseum regeneration scheme

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Watford Borough Council’s transformational plans for the Town Hall area and Watford Colosseum continue apace...

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VIDEO: Exciting changes are underway at Watford Colosseum!

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Exciting changes are underway at Watford Colosseum as the venue undergoes a major renovation. Find out more in the video with Elected Mayor of Watford, Peter Taylor, below…

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General Election 2024: Key Deadlines

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The General Election is scheduled for Thursday 4 July 2024. Local polling stations will be open from 7am to 10pm

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Watford's cultural extravaganza council unveils a summer of free and low-cost events for 2024

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Watford Borough Council is delighted to unveil this year’s exciting lineup of cultural experiences and events taking place across the town this summer and beyond...

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Water Lane road safety works to be completed shortly

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Hertfordshire County Council will shortly be completing the road safety improvements on Water Lane at the junction with High Street in Watford.

Wednesday, May 22

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Mayor celebrates the ‘Magic of Cassiobury’ with Watford Area Arts Forum

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Watford Borough Council have been supporting Watford Area Arts Forum (WAAF) through the Neighbourhood Grant scheme to run a series of inspiring workshops aimed at capturing the 'Magic of Cassiobury'..

Tuesday, May 21

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Councillor Dawn Allen-Williamson named as new Chairwoman of Council

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Watford Borough Council has announced Councillor Dawn Allen-Williamson as its new Chairwoman, with Councillor Favour Ezeifedi as Vice-Chairwoman, at the Annual Council meeting on Tuesday 21 May...

Monday, May 20

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Herts Sustainable Families 'Highly Commended' in recycling and waste management award

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The Awards for Excellence in Recycling & Waste Management celebrate outstanding achievements and innovative initiatives in the field of recycling and waste management.

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Another grant secured to expand Watford's electric vehicle charging infrastructure

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The council has announced another significant step forward in its commitment to reducing carbon emissions, after successfully securing a grant worth £386,250 from the On-Street Residential Scheme...

Thursday, May 16

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PUBLIC NOTICE: Croxley View Land

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Watford Borough Council intends to sell a parcel of land along the side of Croxley View, located in the Hollywell Estate on the west side of Watford...

Tuesday, May 14

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New Changing Places facility and water fountain at Woodside Playing Field

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Woodside Playing Fields, has taken a significant step towards inclusivity, accessibility and sustainability with a new Changing Places toilet facility and also a water refill station...