
Anthony Matthews
Community Content Editor at Watford Observer
Husband. Dad. Community Editor for Watford Observer covering news and sport. Ex-long-serving Sports Editor. All views my own. [email protected]
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4 days ago |
watfordobserver.co.uk | Anthony Matthews
Andy Wiseman's policing career began as a Special Constable and he is now Watford's Chief Inspector (Image: Herts Police) There is a framed certificate sitting on a window sill in Andy Wiseman’s office he was presented with after visiting Watford police station as a young boy. That visit had a profound effect on the then nine-year-old because it sowed the seeds of a journey that has led to him becoming the town’s top police officer.
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watfordobserver.co.uk | Anthony Matthews
The road was empty except for one lone cyclist (Image: Bob Nunn Collection/Watford Museum) This picture was taken in one of Watford’s busiest roads – and there is not a car in sight. The Watford Observer is delighted to share pictures from the archive at Watford Museum and this week we look back to this scene from a few years after the end of the Second World War.
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watfordobserver.co.uk | Anthony Matthews
Billu is seeking a quiet and relaxed home to live. Hello, I’m Billu! As you can see, I’m a very handsome one-year-old boy. I’ve charmed my way into the hearts of everyone here at the National Animal Welfare Trust and hope you’ll soon be under my spell too. I was brought to the rescue centre in March when my owner was made homeless and wanted to ensure I’d be safe, well cared for and happy.
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watfordobserver.co.uk | Anthony Matthews
Behind the bar: Louise and Jonathan Hammond will be celebrating the first anniversary of their ownership next month, (Image: Supplied) A couple’s ambition to own their own pub and desire to keep it open for a village community is being rewarded as they prepare to celebrate its first anniversary.
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watfordobserver.co.uk | Anthony Matthews
'Down my street, though slightly late to the party.' Image: Nick Edgeworth It may be in front of you, above your head or by your feet, but you will find something worth taking a picture of if you have a good look around in the street where you live. ‘In your street’ is the current challenge for members of our camera club and a selection of the varied ways this theme continues to be interpreted can be enjoyed by scrolling down this page.
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RT @androofrench: Heartbreak for #watfordfc Under-18s as Man City reach the FA Youth Cup Final thanks to early goal https://t.co/fy6Oj0mMOw

Best of luck to Watford's Under-18s for their FA Youth Cup semi-final this evening. Odds are against them but they've already defied them to get this far... #watfordfc