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This man turned lockdown boredom into internet fame with one household item

In normal times, boredom is easily alleviated through the gamut of activity on our doorsteps. Coffee mornings, the cinema, body rubs, pubs and clubs all grab our attention, but when limitations are enforced, oh, what to do?




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Toby Roland-Jones takes career-best figures for Northwood vs Gloucestershire in Northwood

Toby Roland-Jones claimed career-best bowling figures on day two of Middlesex’s County Championship game with Gloucester at Merchant Taylors’ School.




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Tim Murtagh takes five wickets as Middlesex beat Gloucestershire in Northwood

Tim Murtagh grabbed his fourth five-wicket haul in the County Championship this season as Middlesex rolled Gloucestershire over for 137 to clinch victory inside three days at Merchant Taylors’ School.




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Leverstock Green A edge out Watford Town A to win Watford Observer Plate

The margin of victory was perhaps closer than it should have been but Leverstock Green A held their nerve in the final over to beat Watford Town A by five runs and win the Watford Observer Fourteen14 Plate last night.




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Radlett Cricket Club groundsman Nick Searle receives ECB Groundsman of the Year commendation

Radlett Cricket Club head groundsman Nick Searle has received a commendation in this year’s annual ECB Groundsman of the Year Awards.




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Watford Ladies knocked out of Women's FA Cup by Sunderland

Watford’s Women’s FA Cup hopes ended in the fourth round as Sunderland prevailed in the clash of the National League high-flyers with a 2-0 victory in the north east.





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Mum’s genius grocery hack saves $173

With many Australian families feeling the pinch at the moment, one Aussie mum has revealed her simple trick for creating multiple dinners using one key ingredient.




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Battle of the bulge: How to fight lockdown weight gain

You’ve probably heard the term “flattening the curve” more times than you can count over the past couple of weeks. But if we’re being totally honest with each other, there’s a good chance there’s something else that needs flattening, too.




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Health Hacker: How to fight lockdown weight gain

Health Hacker Adam MacDougall reveals tips on how to fight lockdown weight gain.




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Restaurants to get taste of back-to-normal

THE hospitality industry has reacted with both optimism and trepidation to the news that venues will soon be able to serve a small number of in-house diners.




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Food & Drink Week returns with a host of fantastic deals at restaurants in Watford

Watford town centre's fantastic range of restaurants, pubs, and bars have teamed up for the third consecutive year to celebrate Watford Food & Drink Week. From Monday, June 17, to Sunday, June 23, you can enjoy special drinks offers, free samples and discounted set menus throughout the town centre.




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Have your cake and eat it too at Watford's new vegan festival

If you thought vegan festivals were just for vegans and veggies, think again. Everyone is enjoying vegan these days from Will.I.AM and Jennifer Lopez to Benedict Cumberbatch and Brad Pitt. Vegan week from Great British Bake Off showed us just how much fun you can have with vegan food and now the supermarkets appear to be competing with each other as to who can bring out the best new vegan goodies. Vegans now have their own cool menus in most mainstream restaurants, pubs and cafes. So if you’re




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Bake Off semi-finalist Stacey Hart on learning to cook without sugar

Great British Bake Off semi-finalist, Stacey Hart, has taken on a new challenge - creating delicious treats without using refined sugar. Here the baker from Hertfordshire explains what prompted her to make changes and shares her recipes.




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How to make your cooking life easier, with bestselling cookbook author Melissa Hemsley

Wherever you stand on the plastic straw debate, food writer Melissa Hemsley is right: “You don’t get two in your mojito on a Friday night now!”




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Indulge in your favourite drink at upcoming gin festival in Watford

A festival celebrating gin and tonic is coming to Watford next month.




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Get pampered at Watford Debenhams with a Dior facial and makeup consultation

Having a facial in a department store might not sound the most relaxing experience. However, once the door slides shut on Dior’s private spa room in Debenhams’ flagship store in intu Watford, it only takes a moment to tune out the voices from outside and tap into your inner zen.




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Axe throwing company opens its first UK venue in Wembley Boxpark

When I told people I was going to try axe throwing, I was met mostly with confused expressions. While in America the target sport has fast become a popular pastime, the UK has yet to catch up. That is about to change, however, as the world’s largest urban axe throwing company, Bad Axe, has just opened its first venue outside of North America.




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September 24 - 30: Bristol's Weekly Traffic Alert

BRISTOL – In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway...




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October 1 - 7: Bristol's Weekly Traffic Alert

BRISTOL – In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway...




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October 8 - 14: Bristol's Weekly Traffic Alert

BRISTOL – In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway...




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October 15 - 21: Bristol's Weekly Traffic Alert

BRISTOL – In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway...




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October 22 - 28: Bristol's Weekly Traffic Alert

BRISTOL – In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway...




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October 29 - November 4: Bristol's Weekly Traffic Alert

BRISTOL – In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway...




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November 5 - 11: Bristol's Weekly Traffic Alert

BRISTOL – In an effort to keep motorists informed, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) provides weekly information about highway...








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TV star Denise Nolan takes on the role of musical legend Judy Garland

A TV star will be stepping into the shoes of a musical legend in Rickmansworth next month.




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Concert in Rickmansworth features musician who played at London Olympics opening ceremony

Two of England’s most versatile pianists will herald the arrival of spring at a concert in Rickmansworth on Saturday, February 29.




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First performance of opera to take place in St Albans Cathedral

Two schools will celebrate the 50th anniversary of an annual concert with the first performance of opera in St Albans Cathedral.




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Rock music experience returns to Potters Bar to raise money for Help for Heroes

Following on from a hugely successful first year of touring, live music experience Rock For Heroes is returning next month.




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Inspirational musician returns to St Albans for special concert this weekend

Passionate, lyrical and profoundly sad, Sir Edward Elgar’s much-loved Cello Concerto is the featured work in St Albans Symphony Orchestra’s concert in St Saviour’s Church on Saturday, March 7, at 7.30pm.




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Legendary musician Artur Cimirro to make his UK debut at upcoming Master Music Festival in Watford

The Master Music Festival returns in March 2020 to Watford’s Clarendon Muse. Headlining the festival is legendary Brazilian concert pianist Artur Cimirro, who will be making his long-awaited UK debut with a recital on Saturday, March 28. Alongside much-loved classics, Artur will showcase his own compositions.




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Tribute to rock 'n' roll legend comes to Harrow this month

A tribute to one of the most popular rock ‘n’ roll musicians of all time is coming to Harrow later this month.













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SPONSORED: Never the same day twice working at Celtic Manor

Pull quote: If it wasn’t for the amazing training, I wouldn’t be where I am today




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VDOT CREWS WORKING TO CLEAR ROADS - Motorists should remain alert for road hazards

South Chesterfield – Remnants of Tropical Storm Michael left portions of Virginia, including the VDOT Richmond District, covered in water and...




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TROPICAL STORM MICHAEL RECOVERY UPDATE - Work shifting to long-term repairs

South Chesterfield – After repairing and reopening approximately 200 roads in the region, Virginia Department of Transportation crews are shifting...




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VDOT TO HOLD PUBLIC HEARING ON IRON BRIDGE ROAD/ROUTE 715 (GHOLSON BRIDGE) REHABILITATION IN BRUNSWICK - Public invited to learn more about the proposed rehabilitation on November 1

The Gholson Bridge on Iron Bridge Road (Route 715) runs over the Meherrin River NORTH CHESTERFIELD —The Virginia Department of Transportation...




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ROAD REPAIRS ONGOING FOLLOWING TROPICAL STORM MICHAEL - Crews shifting from inspections to long-term repair work

SOUTH CHESTERFIELD – Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) crews have repaired and reopened over 200 roads and bridges that were affected by...