A 'milestone day' has been celebrated, as Watford marks 100 years of Borough status!
Three 100-year-old Watford residents helped the town celebrate Watford's"milestone" centenary of its Royal Charter and Borough status.Mayor Peter Taylor attended with residents from across the town.In order to mark the occasion, a new centenary coat of arms was hoisted on the flag pole, next to the town's Peace Memorial.
This flag was the result of a competition held over the summer, in which young Watford residents were asked to produce a design which encapsulates everything they love about the area.During the day of celebrations, mayor Peter Taylor met with locals Ivy Rankin, Joyce Neill and Cynthia Lumsden, who had turned 100-years-old in 2022.
The three shared their memories of the town, before being presented with flowers, certificates and centenary medals.He said:"We are so thankful to everyone who shared in the celebrations with us. "It was a milestone day for our town and it was important to mark the progress Watford has made in the last 100 years, celebrating our history and looking to the future."Congratulations to our competition winners, Caliana and Mariia .The Mayor, presenting an award to Joyce Niell. Image: Watford Borough Council
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