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The local theatre, needs £200,000 in order to make essential building improvements

In the run up to Christmas, we will be highlighting five foodbanks in the Watford area who are in need of donations.

On December 10th the highly anticipated musical ‘Toys, The Musical’ premiered at the Pump House Theatre and Arts Centre in Watford. This new production, which brings to life the imaginative world of toys, marks an exciting new chapter for local theatre and showcases the wealth of talent in Watford.

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Santa and his sleigh will be visiting the streets of Watford again this Christmas

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TV is truly award worthy this week, with food, football and fabrics all being celebrated this festive season. Get ready to sit back with a Christmas cookie and enjoy these the top five must watches this week…

'Home for Christmas' is an appeal by New Hope, which was established 1990 to take action after witnessing the large number of homeless persons living near St. Mary's Church in the heart of Watford.

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From interesting documentaries to festive features that will grip the whole family, prepare to get stuck into your screens with my top five picks this week…

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Our streaming services are working hard this week, as they are keeping us fully entertained in the lead up to Christmas! From new films to gripping features, be prepared to binge on these five delights…

For more than 150 years, the Salvation Army, a worldwide Christian church and registered charity, has been changing lives. This year they are in urgent need of your help.

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Christmas TV is starting, as the specials have definitely landed! From food based items to comedy legends,this week you are not going to want to miss any of my top five…

November is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, which aims to raise awareness of the mental health challenges that men face and encourage them to reach out for support if they need it.

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Drama, dingo dollars and festive films are just some of the features that you must watch this week! Get ready to be gripped to your soda thanks to my top five picks listed below…

Hertfordshire’s very first women's only boxing club opened this September at West Herts ABC.

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From history to heroics, you can beat these five features that you must see. Be prepared to go dotty or spotty in some cases this week with my ultimate TV picks to binge on…

The Pump House Theatre Company is proud to present this lesser-known comedy by renowned author Alan Bennett; continuing its mission to bring diverse, challenging and entertaining productions to audiences in Watford.

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History is being made this week, as these five features travel back in time, whilst creating a whole new world in some ways! Be prepared to get hooked on the following…

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Halloween may be here this week but it is bringing out all the treats this year! Sink your teeth into my top five picks for the most devilish good viewings…

On Friday 1 November, ‘Market Lates’ returns for the spooky season from 6pm - 10pm.

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Earlier this month, our very own Lydia caught up with 16-year-old Prisha Tapre who achieved the extraordinary venture of swimming across the English Channel in September 2024

Watford Borough Council announces the return of Hertfordshire’s largest free fireworks display at Cassiobury Park

Watford Town Centre BID’s 'Trick or Treat week' will have activities for all ages from 26 October - 1 November.

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Comedy and celebrity statuses are riding high on our TV screens over the next few days! From new dramas to returning news shows, you are not going to want to miss my top five this week…

Andi and Shaun Forsythe opened Dropbar Bike Repair after they discovered a cancer diagnosis within the family. They wish to have a bike shop that is more than just a bike repair shop but a community.

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Nostalgia is reigning high with my TV choices this week, as every new series seems to want to transport us back to the past. And I am here for it! Make sure to tune in to the following five new finds…

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We have officially peaked when it comes to staying in and watching good TV! This week, I have chosen five shows that will keep you gripped. From interesting real life matters to rags to riches dramas, settle in and enjoy the following…

The Cancer Champions Programme, run by One Vision and partnered with Macmillan Cancer Support, aims to support those in the Watford and Three Rivers area with a cancer diagnosis and their families.

Vibe 107.6 had the pleasure of sitting down with Watford Women FC’s former player and current coach, Helen Ward. 

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Gripping dramas and real life stories are making a comeback to our screens, as we start to spend cosy nights in again. This week, my top features the best of the best from these genres, which will keep you gripped for hours. Don’t miss…

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Emotions are going to be running high this week, as all our channels are bringing in those autumn must-see features! From returning reality hits to new comedies, you are not going to want to miss my top five TV show picks…

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This week, our TV screens are bringing a lot of fun to them. Full of captivating watches, there are a lot of edge of your seat and laugh out loud moments that the whole family can enjoy. Get ready to snuggle up and stay in with these five wonders…

A well known mouth artist, author and motivational speaker will be exhibiting at The Grove on 14 and 15 September.

A community event honouring National Fitness Day, World First Aid Day, and Emergency Services Day is to be hosted by Watford Town Centre BID.

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Entertainment is coming in masses this week, as the world of TV and film is bringing something every night that will make you smile. Grab that cosy blanket and snuggle up with one of these five wonders…

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From big budget renewals to a double dose of reality, the stars are coming out in force over the next few days to give us these five features that you simply can’t miss…

The maternity staff at West Herts Teaching Hospital NHS Trust gathered on Thursday 22 August to watch themselves in the premiere of the new series of Emma Willis: Delivering Babies.

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As the darker nights start to begin, our TV screens are presenting us with a whole.e host of goodness. Make sure to miss the following top five shows coming out this week…

Three Rivers District Council (TRDC) officers and its partners recently worked to improve the Lincoln Drive Garden Natural Space in South Oxhey.

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Human connections and our relationships with what and who we love are a running themes in my choices of what to watch this week! Get ready to feel inspired, happy and above all else in love with my top five must see shows…

Due to Watford’s commitment to sustainable transport, the town is a good place to be for electric vehicle owners

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Paris and the world of sport are leading the way in my top five features to view this week! Get ready for fitness, fashion and a bit of Freddie Flintoff on your screens…

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This week, the world of entertainment is strong! My five top choices that you have to watch will have you laughing, learning and crying! Find out what you have to see over the next seven days here…

Watford Borough Council has launched a survey to gather feedback from the local community on the lower High Street

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From land to sea, the whole family can enjoy the TV picks I have for you! Whether it be a cooking competition to inspire the little cooks your home or our sporting heroes at the biggest games in the world, you will find everything you need to stay entertained from my top five must-see picks…

Watford Workshop, an organisation dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities, has been awarded the Neighbourhood Grant from Watford Borough Council. 

'The Neurodiversity Umbrella Project' will be on display from 27 July.

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Reality is leading the way this week when it comes to my TV picks! From sporting stars to shopping delights, you can expect to feel a very nostalgic moment when watching at least one of these five…

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Frills, food and fights are the three key themes from the world of new releases that I have chosen. Out this week, you are seriously not going to want to miss out on one of these five…

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Films are big on the list this week, as we see a classic feature be turned into a TV show, whilst other sources provide some fresh ones for us to enjoy. Plus, a super documentary will make finding snacks to enjoy during each viewing a whole lot easier. Enjoy these five features from Monday…

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It feels like our TV screens are ready to unwind and relax into the summer sunshine, as these five features bring a huge sense of fun to our lives. You are not going to want to miss the following this week…

In the run up to the general election on Thursday 4 July, we've been speaking to all the candidates standing in the Watford constituency.

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Music, food and fun! The key ingredients you need to make the perfect TV line up! This week, you are not going to want to miss these five new features that will keep you very entertained…

On Sunday 23 June from 12pm to 8pm, the Azam Khan Foundation’s first event is scheduled at the Holywell Community Centre in Watford.

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As the world becomes gripped in the world of football, there are also a ton of interesting new features to keep us entertained. Discover my top five for this week here…

On Thursday 4 July, Britain will head to the polls for a general election.

Join St Audrey’s care home for a coffee & cake open morning held at the care home on Tuesday 25 June.

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From football to thrills, the world of TV and film is keeping us on the edge of our seats this week. My top five have everything you need to stay entertained every day. Get ready to watch and these instantly fantastic treats…

Stagecoach Performing Arts School students, performed on the West End Stage, showcasing musical renditions of Roald Dahl books and Disney songs.

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As one reality show ends, a world famous one begins! Plus, there is a whole host more TV goodness that I have chosen within my top five to watch this week…

This year’s fair will take place on Saturday 1 June, from 10am to 3pm in the atrium area of Atria Watford.

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Snuggle up with the family over the next few days, as my top five features this week are perfect for all! As finales approach, the end of the week actually sees us going back to the start. Well, the start of a well-loved film franchise. Discover what to enjoy here…

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​​​​​​​Inside an unsuspecting operating theatre at Watford General Hospital, advancements in surgery mean that you might be operated on by a robot.

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The world of reality is making our screens very entertaining this week! From sporting antics to sewing bees, there is something for everyone in my weekly top five must sees…

Golfers are invited to a charity golf day to raise funds for Carers in Hertfordshire.

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Coming at you a day earlier than normal, the world of TV is lighting up early this week, with two big viewings happening tonight. Sit back and relax with one of my top five must-sees. You won’t be disappointed…

On Sunday 12 May, the Hertfordshire ME/CFS Support Group will be hosting a day of free activities at St Albans Museum + Gallery including live music, poetry readings, and crafts to mark International ME Awareness Day.

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Our TV screens are hotting up this week, along with the weather, as channel after channel brings thrills, drama and plenty of competition. You are not going to want to miss these five must see TV shows…

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Get ready for a great stream of TV with these amazing features! From new films to iconic duos returning, you will not want to miss my top five must-sees this week…

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Reality TV and high dramas are leading the way in keeping us entertained from today! With new dating formats, musical legends and bargain holidays on the schedule, you can’t miss my top five this week…

For the first time in over 30 years, the public will be able to see the artworks of Nick Fraser, a pioneer of the outsider art style.

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust’s (WHTH) five-year plan will aim to build on current services, facilities, and care across the region for more than 600,000 people. 

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From the longest ever episode of a childhood classic to a new member of the team, this week brings a whole range of fun filled viewing. It seems the sunshine has brought a sense of pure entertainment from the looks of my top five things to see over the next few days…

On Thursday 2 May, the country is set to head to the polls for a local election.

Cancer Compass is a free online tool that allows anyone living with or beyond cancer to check their emotional wellbeing and find the right support.

The Pump House is delighted to present a unique 90s/2000s twist on a Shakespearean classic, reinvented for a 21st century audience. Performed by an ensemble of talented actors, who will reignite this text onto the main stage.

A new West Herts Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust service which helps newborn babies struggling to feed because of a condition with their tongues, has already supported over 100 families since November 2023.

St Albans Museum + Gallery reached the milestone in February, six years after opening its doors in 2018 and following a £7.5million restoration project. 

Hertfordshire County Council has brought forward a further £3million this year to help deal with urgent issues on local roads, pavements and cycleways caused by recent bad weather.

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From video games to cute animations, there is something for everyone on my top five list to enjoy over the next seven days. You just have to watch the following this week…

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Easter weekend is the perfect time to snuggle up in front of the TV with the family and catch up on all the latest releases. Festive or not, you have to watch these five fantastic picks…

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Easter is finally here, which means that we can all sit back and enjoy the best TV and films out this week with a good bit of chocolate! Grab those festive baskets and tuck in to these five fantastic must-see features…

The musical is specially tailored for young actors and will run over six performances at the Watford Palace Theatre from 2-4 August 2024.

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Reality TV is leading the way this week, with cakes, culture and comedy leading the way. Get the snacks in, especially for the first pick I have made, as these five are definitely ones not to be missed…

The Watford Fringe Festival is set to start in July this year.

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Get ready for the stars to come together this week, as many familiar famous faces return to our screens to celebrate the best of the best. From charity fundraisers to fabulous music, you will not want to miss these top five must-sees…

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From fine gentlemen to beautiful dogs, the world of TV and film is giving us a whole host of interesting things to watch this week. However, the five that you just have to watch are…

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TV is really showing the effects of the working week, as it goes from DIY on a Sunday to partying on a Friday! Find out what five shows you can’t miss over the next five days right here…

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Awards, action and amazement are the key themes on our screens this week! From incredible true stories to thrill seeking viewings, you won’t be able to get enough of my top five must-see shows…

Technology has enabled the launch of a remote method to assess suspected stroke victims. 

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Sports, soap stars and speed are the themes leading the way this week on our screens. With the Super Bowl kicking off the list, get ready to score big points by watching my top five picks this week…

A brand-new stand-up night is taking place to get Watford laughing.

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Watford's five-game unbeaten league run came to an end at Vicarage Road on Saturday as Josh Bowler's wonder strike got Cardiff City back to winning ways.

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Love, laughter and lots of sunshine are the vibes our screens are presenting us with this week. From new reality shows to the return of some familiar faces, you can be sure that amongst my top five there will be something you will fall for. It’s time to get stuck into one of these…

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Mystery, mayhem and monsters! This week in the world of TV and film it has features all of these, plus, a whole host more. My top five picks, starting from the 28th, are truly unmissable…

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History, humour and heroes of the insect role are the main focus of our TVs this week, with channel after channel leaving us with something to delve into. However, it is our streaming services that are leading the way this week. Don’t miss these top five features this week…

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Love, laughs and labels are the three themes of the week when it comes to our TV screens! From directorial debuts to familiar faces making a big return, you can be sure that you will be hooked to the following this week…

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The second week of January is seeing many familiar faces returning to our screens. As well as some newbies too! Every single genre is being hit this week with high dramas, a hint of comedy and wholesome family fun leading the way. You will not want to miss these five though…

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With some sense of normality returning this week, our screens are preparing us for those cold winter days, by providing lots of great TV and films. Delve under the duvet or snuggle up on the sofa with my top five must see features this week…

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We all know that New Year’s Day is all about kicking back and relaxing with a great box set of film. Luckily, our TV services have listened, leading to these five new shows being released just in time. Grab a blanket and snuggle up with…

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With only a few hours to go until we enter the new year, it is only right to plan what you will be watching and partying to tonight. Get ready to dance around the room with these five festive features…

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Ten-man Watford were held to a 1-1 draw against Stoke in a fiery and entertaining encounter at Vicarage Road on Friday night.

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Happy Boxing Day! Today is the best day to catch up on all the festive shows you may have missed yesterday. All whilst eating all the yummy leftovers, sweets and chocolates you can. However, if you managed to catch all the best of the little screen yesterday then have no fear. These five new must see shows and films will get you through…

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It’s CHRISTMASSSSS! Yes, the big day or days should I say have finally arrived. Bringing with them a whole host of epic TV shows, films and specials to enjoy. Yet, there are a select few out of the whole bunch that have to be watched as soon as they are aired. There is no way the following five can be missed or left to watch on catch up. The world needs you to see the following ASAP…

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Christmas specials are fully upon us! It’s officially time to grab that tub of sweets, settle in and become ultimately cosy, especially with my top five picks of the week. You are not going to want to miss these…

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Grab your crowns, turn the volume up and sit back with one of these epic must-see screenings this week. From classic friends to finales, there is something for everyone to enjoy out of my top five choices…

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Christmas is bringing with it a whole host of festive fun, with new films, shows and streaming content being aired every day. This week, I have chosen the following five that you simply cannot miss. These include…

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Snow, songs and a big switch up! What more could you want from the following five must see films and TV shows to watch this week? Get ready to snuggle up with these instant classics…

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As the cold months settle in, we are being treated to the snuggly blanket of good TV! From reality shows to comedy, be prepared to have a lot of fun with my top five must-see selection…

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Christmas, crowns and Cluedo are the key messages we are getting from the latest shows and films out this week. All of which you are not going to want to miss! Make sure to catch these top five features…

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Santa, singers and solutions are the key themes this week in regards to my top five shows and films. Be prepared to be on the edge of your seats with these wonders…

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From a spooky series to a superstar led feature film, there is something to help prepare for Halloween and also to snuggle up with into November, over the next few days. You won’t want to miss these top five features…

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With half term in full swing, it seems as though our TVs know that we need some feel good screen time. Choice one of my top five to sit back and relax with, as you will not want to miss these…

Hertfordshire's largest firework display is returning on Saturday November 4th

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Disney, dinner and dramatics are the key themes throughout my top shows and films to watch this week. From cute animations that we all know and love to a drama that will keep you guessing throughout, get ready to be hooked to your screens with these fab five…

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One of the greatest reality shows ever made is back, whilst another was never made by will hook you in. There is horror, highs and Halloween celebrations galore this week from my top five must-see viewings. Get ready to binge this exciting bunch…

According to Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust the devastating, rapid decline of our environment and wildlife habitats needs to be a top priority for politicians, ahead of the general election

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Chills, thrills and creatures galore! It’s time to settle in and embrace the best TV season of the year with these five films and shows. You simply cannot miss these features this week…

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Family, food and fun is the theme for many of the shows I’ve selected this week. Whilst we start the week with a gripping true story, I have chosen some more fun features to to bring September 2023 to a great end. Don’t miss these five perfect viewings this week…

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Dancing, dating and daring TV makes up my must-watch listings this week! From rumba rumblings to good friends in a familiar neighbourhood, you will not want to miss these five features…

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Love is in the air it would seem this week! Maybe it’s the cosy nights starting to draw in or something else, however, my top five features this week all feature it in one way or another. Something that makes the following very binge worthy…

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TV and films are making a huge splash this week, as they fight for our viewings. Every night there seems to be something good to see. However, the top five that you simply can’t miss are…

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The main four channels on our TV setups are leading the way this week with new entertainment. Many of which being played out over the next few nights. Get ready for cosy season to begin with these five unmissable watches this week…

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Truth, terror and Take That are making us reunite with our TV screens this week. There is literally something for everyone to enjoy. Just don’t fight to much over the remote when it comes to picking which of these five to watch first…

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Fighting for what you believe in is a key theme this week. From a strange hen weekend to a tragic new Prime Video series, you will not want to miss these five wonders…

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Murder, marriage and the mind are themes dominating our TV screens this week. From competitions that will hook you in to the return of some familiar faces, you won’t be able to stop watching these five fresh picks…

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Family, friends and fun! What more could you want from your TV screens this summer? Whilst one epic show is coming to an end, a whole host are starting. Here are my top five picks of the week…

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Dinner, drama and demons are the themes for this week. However, don’t worry, they are all explored in very comedic ways. My top five must-watch picks are exactly what you need to make it through the end of July and into August…

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Pressure seems to be the theme of the week for almost all of the shows and films I have picked. However, it doesn’t make these five any less entertaining to watch…

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July is here and not only is it bringing sunshine, but also a brand new leash of life to our screens! From childhood heroes to culinary delights, there is so much I can’t wait to watch this week. Including…

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Competition is high on the list when it comes to my top five picks to see this week. From sports to cooking shows, there is something for everyone to enjoy amongst this selection…

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Music and mayhem are the themes this week when it comes to my top five must-see shows and films. From living legends to mythical ones, you are not going to want to miss…

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Dance the week away from today, because the world of TV and film have got some huge floor or screen fillers for us to enjoy. Check out my top five features that you simply can’t miss…

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Fighting, football and the Full Monty. Oh yes, TV is at its best this week with a whole load being taken off and being put on. You will not want to miss these five features…

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Awards season is in full swing and our TV screens know it. From the world of soaps to super feature length films, there is something for everyone in my epic top five shows and films to watch this week…

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Fresh, familiar and finales are the themes for this week, when it comes to the world of TV and film. You honestly won’t be able to stop starring at the screen due to my top five picks…

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Families, fantasy and fun are the three things that make up the shows coming to our screens this week. Honestly, this top five will have you on the edge of your seats throughout…

Happy Birthday Sunita recently came to Watford Palace theatre. A comedic show bringing to light family dynamics full of  love and hate. 

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It seems that the UK’s TV choices are really something to sing about! As we get ready for summer to begin, the parties have started and it seems our screens know about it. Here are the top five shows and films to watch this week…

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Many of us will currently be getting over the first of many coronation celebrations. This means sitting back with a great TV show or film to enjoy. This week, you have to watch the following five…

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It’s always interesting to see the new features coming out over a bank holiday! This week, the world of TV and film have definitely not let us down. These are my top five crowning moments to catch…

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Get ready to be gripped and glued to your screens, because of the world of TV and film have got a whole load of goodness coming out. Don’t miss these five must-see features this week…

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Scares, stars and surreal settings are the main themes this week when it comes to my top five picks. Grab a pillow and binge hard on the following from today…

A whimsical, joy-filled musical about self-worth and confidence recently came to Watford Palace Theatre for a few wonderful performances

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Christie, comedy and cons are just some of the themes that are dominating our TV screens this week! Find out what top five shows you should be watching to make sure you don’t miss out on what everyone will be talking about…

Huddersfield escaped the relegation zone after a thrilling 3-2 victory over a poor Watford.

The Pump House theatre in Watford has started a new, urgent campaign to raise £750,000 for a new roof

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Learning something new is always important and this seems to be the focus of our TV screens this week. From Hollywood starlets to bodies, it is time to get back out those notebooks and learn something new…

Ten days of fantastic fairground fun will be hosted by Ashridge House this Easter

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It is time to get those voices at the ready, because this week’s top five shows and films to watch our going to have you singing their praises. Quite literally in the case of my first choice…

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The world of TV and film are setting us up for many challenges this week. However, don’t worry to much, because the most you will have to do is tune into my top five. It is this lot that have to do all the hard work, especially a very familiar face…

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Thrills are the theme of the week within my top five must see films and TV shows. From sporting heroes to scary figures, you will be on your edge of your seat throughout watching these…

This refreshing twist on a Shakespearean classic at its core about love, money and religion, has come to Watford Palace Theatre

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Cooking, comedy and continuing series are the theme for this week. Familiar faces are seriously leading the way in my top five must see picks…

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Many familiar faces are returning this week, which has made them a big part of my top five features to catch this week. However, there is a few new finds as well. What will you choose…

Embarking on their tour across the UK The Little Prince came to Watford for three shows.

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As the days seem to be getting brighter, so do our selections for TV shows and films. This week, there are some huge award worthy pieces making their way into my top five must-see selection…

Iolanthe came to Watford with four performances by the Abbots Langley Gilbert & Sullivan Society

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Music makes us lose control, but in a good way, as this week’s top five films and TV shows are all about the world of fun, entertainment and musical legends. Both old and new. From a fantastic new thriller to a laugh out loud new driving series, there is something for everyone this week…

Watford could only earn a point as they drew 1-1 with Blackburn. 

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The good, the bad and the ugly of relationships are the basis of this week’s top five shows and films that you cannot miss! From a cute familiar face to a manic farm, you have to watch…

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Powerful features are taking over our screens this week. From epic feature films to real life stories, you will not want to miss my top five picks, which are…

A brand new set of rules have been issued by the Department for Transport.

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Comedy, drama and reality TV! The three things we all need to help us make it through the last week of January. We did it! And for that, we need to reward ourselves with these five top features this week…

João Ferreira's second-half strike cancels out Rotherham's opener but Watford will rue a series of missed chances to win the game.

Steve Barclay, Health and Social Care Secretary paid a visit to the local hospital to discuss the pressure on the health system

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TV is getting a bit lighter this week, reflecting the changing of the seasons starting to occur. From new comedies to star-studded reality shows, it is time to get your skates on and enjoy my top five must-see shows. You are going to love…

Second half goals from academy graduate Tobi Adeyemo and Ismaïla Sarr were enough to secure all three points for Watford.

Breakspear Park, Hemel Hempstead's leading business campus, has recently announced their new community charity campaign for the new year

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Tensions are running high this week on our TV screens. From revealing interviews to intense cooking competitions, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Snuggle up on the sofa with these top five picks of the week…

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Sing as loud as you can into the new year, because the world of fun TV and film has arrived. Especially with my top five picks of the week. Welcome January with…

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Christmas TV is some of the best around and this year it has been heightened even more. Get those dancing shoes ready and those thinking caps on over the next few days, with these top five unmissable watches…

A ‘Gifting Tree’ has been set up in St Albans to help provide presents for local families in need this Christmas.

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Only a few days remain until the big event, so take the time to sit back and relax with these five must-watch features. Get that box of chocolates ready for these…

A new report has revealed the latest Beryl bike rider trends for Watford including greater integration with the wider transport networks, as well as a decline in private vehicle use.

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Baking, history and challenges. The themes for this week’s latest releases may not seem festive, more school based in fact, however this week’s top five picks are nothing if not gripping. You will definitely not want to miss the following…

A new exhibition featuring the coal mining drawings of renowned artist Henry Moore is set to go on show at St Albans Museum + Gallery this December – 80 years after being completed for the War Artists’ Advisory Committee (WAAC).

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Streaming services seem to be the big sources of new films and TV shows this week. With the lead up to Christmas in full swing, it is time to get festive, fun and nostalgic with these five fancies…

A partnership of organisations working to support women and girls in Hertfordshire is calling for people to make a stand against abuse, as part of a global movement to end gender-based violence.

A new conservation project is being introduced by Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust to help make Watford’s natural spaces wilder.

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From scared celebrities to skilled sporting heroes, the world of TV is intense this week. With Wales Vs England sure to grip up in the early stages of it, I have chosen a few more picks to help calm the nerves after. Get ready to sing along to some classic Christmas classics by the end of it, all thanks to these five features:

A local charity is hoping to bring the joy of Christmas to patients in Watford General Hospital this festive season.

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From football to festive features, there is something for the whole family to enjoy this week. Even if you have to flick between them all, you will honestly not want to miss any of my top five picks this week. I promise you will love…

A woman from Abbots Langley who trekked 100k across the Welsh coast after beating cancer is about to step back on stage in a new local production of Iolanthe.

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Family is at the heart of our TV screens this week. From familiar faces to fundraising antics, you will not want to miss any of my top five picks. Santa will put you on the naughty list if you don’t watch the following:

Today (13 November) millions of people across the UK will come together to mark Remembrance Sunday.

A local project tackling hygiene poverty in Watford has seen a rise in demand for support amid the growing cost of living crisis.

A goal either side of half time for João Pedro was enough to secure a win for Watford on a cold night at Vicarage Road.

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Forget the fancies, it is all about the clay binge-watching abilities that my top five shows and films this week are bringing. From tortured celebrities to fancy footballers, there is truly something for everyone to enjoy:

Coventry hit Watford in the second half to take all three points home from Vicarage Road.

Watford’s biggest free fireworks display is set to return with a bang this Saturday (5 November).

An online directory of warm spaces has launched in Hertfordshire to ensure residents remain safe and well this winter.

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Styles, soldiers and sunshine is the themes of the week. As November settles in, you will not want to miss out on these five features, which are truly binge worthy. Let the cosy season begin with these:

The October half-term has arrived and the countdown to Halloween is officially on.

Watford cruised past Luton on derby day to end the visitors unbeaten run.

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Hospitals, handmaids and hours are the main focus of this week’s top five features that you cannot miss. Honestly, it would truly be spooky season if you didn’t watch at least one of the following:

A nurse from Watford General Hospital providing support to unpaid carers has won a prestigious accolade at this year’s RCN Nursing Awards.

A new ground-breaking short film has been released to highlight the urgent need for foster carers in Hertfordshire.

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Family, love and scares galore are the running themes in this week’s top five picks. From familiar faces returning to haunted houses leaving you chilled to the bone, you will not want to miss the following:

First half goals from Imrân Louza and Keinan Davis secured Slaven Bilić's first win at Vicarage Road as Watford manager. 

Residents are being given another chance to have their say on the future of Watford town centre.

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Family, love and emotions are all running themes throughout this week’s shows. From deadly actions to emotional stories, you will not want to miss out on these five features, which I have picked for you: