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NEWS | A special turf-cutting ceremony marked that construction work is well underway at The Brookfield School on Grandstand Road in Hereford
Substantial funding sees teaching facility improvements for students at special educational needs school A special turf-cutting ceremony marked that construction work is well underway at The Brookfield School, Grandstand Road, Hereford.The £4.5 million improvement...
NEWS | Police appeal for information after a ‘pile of poo’ was left at a property in Herefordshire
Malicious Act or Unfortunate Pit Stop? From West Mercia Police: Between 10pm on 12th October and 6am on the 13th, a rather unusual incident occurred in Breinton Common. A black shirt was left on a resident’s car bonnet, accompanied by something much less pleasant. To...
NEWS | A man has been rescued from the River Wye in Hereford this morning
A man has been rescued from the River Wye in Hereford this morning. The incident briefly saw the Greyfriars Bridge and Old Bridge closed while emergency services responded to a concern for safety. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “Officers were called...
SPORTS NEWS
FOOTBALL | Former Hereford United striker Gary Hooper signs for Kettering
Gary Hooper has joined Kettering Town who play in the Southern League Premier Division Central. The former Hereford United striker is now 37. He came to Edgar Street in January 2008 on loan from Southend. He made 19 appearances and scored 11 goals as Hereford were...
VIDEO | A documentary on the demise of Hereford United and the rise of Hereford FC
Hereford is one of England's most isolated cities, yet it has a storied history in football. Fanhub recently visited the city and produced this fantastic documentary. The film features contributions from matchday announcer Matt Healey and supporters Ash Jones and...
FOOTBALL | Former Hereford FC player now training to become a referee
Former Hereford player Peter Vincenti is training to become a referee. The Jersey born midfielder joined the Bulls on loan from Macclesfield during the 2019/2020 season making 13 league appearances and scoring 4 goals. He had previously played for Rochdale, Coventry...
RUGBY | Luctonians tasted defeat for the first time this season on Saturday in Cornwall
Picture – Owen Randell scoring – Photography Mike Freeman Redruth RFC vs Luctonians RFCSaturday 12th October 2024 Match Report by Alex Smith Man of the Match – Caleb Montgomery League Table - https://www.ncarugby.com/national-2-west-table/ Luctonians tasted...
NEWS | New floodlights to be installed at Edgar Street in the coming weeks after Hereford FC receive planning approval
Hereford FC have confirmed that planning approval to install new floodlights at Edgar Street has been secured. This exciting news – which is in the process of being formally signed of by Herefordshire Council – means that installation can move forward at the earliest...
RUGBY | Worcester Warriors could be set to return with a formal submission of interest submitted to return professional rugby to Sixways from 2025/26
Worcester Warriors have confirmed formal submission of expression of interest to compete in Tier 2 Professional Rugby from 2025/26 season. Following a challenging period for all players, staff, supporters and partners involved with Worcester Warriors, the club has...
FEATURED | Two time European Cup winning Liverpool FC legend to visit Westfields Football Club and a limited number of tickets remain
A two time European Cup winning Liverpool FC legend to visit Westfields Football Club on Saturday 19th October. Alan Kennedy will visit Allpay Park to talk all things Liverpool FC and football in general. Alan Kennedy won five league titles and two European Cup...
RUGBY | Luctonians continued their winning ways with an excellent all-round performance against a spirited Macclesfield side in front of another vocal crowd at Mortimer Park
Photo Credit: Nigel Mee Luctonians RFC vs Macclesfield RUFCSaturday 5th October 2024 Match Report by Geoff Vickress Luctonians RFC 66 – 5 Macclesfield RUFC Man of the Match – Caleb Montgomery League Table - https://www.ncarugby.com/national-2-west-table/...
FOOTBALL | Hereford Pegasus did everything but score in 0-0 draw against Sporting Club Inkberrow
Photo Credit / Content: Barcud-Coch Photography Hereford Pegasus FC and Sporting Club Inkberrow could not be separated in their Uhlsport Hellenic League Premier Division clash last night as they played out a goalless draw under the KGD Stadium floodlights. Jordan...
UK NEWS STORIES
NEWS | Family pay tribute to man who “lived life to the full” following a fatal two vehicle collision
The family of a man who died in a collision on the A433 Tetbury Road in Cirencester earlier this month have paid tribute and described him as someone who "lived life to the full." Tony Stepp, aged in his 50s and from South Cerney, died in a two-vehicle collision which...
MISSING TEENAGER | Urgent search launched following the disappearance of a 15-year-old boy
Connor, who is from Shrewsbury, has been missing since yesterday (Saturday 12 October). The 15-year-old was last seen at around 2pm, and is believed he could still be in the Shrewsbury or surrounding areas. Connor is described as white, with dark brown hair and of a...
NEWS | Emergency services were called to a serious single vehicle collision overnight
Emergency services were called to a serious single vehicle collision overnight. The collision occurred on the B4555 in South Shropshire. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “PC Nolan assisted Bridgnorth Response PC Richards this evening 12/10/2024 in dealing...
NEWS | Asda announces important information about Christmas food deliveries with customers able to book slots very soon
With just 10 weeks to go until Christmas, Asda has today revealed the exact date shoppers can pre-book their festive food deliveries. From Tuesday 15th October Asda Delivery Pass customers will be able to book a delivery or click and collect slot online at Asda.com or...
NEWS | ‘Winter Refills Allowance’ allows customers to pick up a refillable hot drink and a cake for just £4 at Morrisons stores across the UK
Morrisons announces a ‘Winter Refills Allowance’ across all its Cafés nationwide to help customers stay warm throughout the colder months. Unlimited free refills will be available across all self-serve hot drinks from fruit teas or lattes and cappuccinos for...
NEWS | 12-year-old girl in hospital after being attacked by an XL Bully Dog
Gwent Police have provided an updated on a dog attack that occurred in South Wales on Monday. Police were called to The Crescent, Nantyglo, Brynmawr, at around 5.50pm on Monday 7 October, following reports of a dog attack. Officers attended and a 12-year-old girl was...
JOBS | Sainsbury’s are hiring 20,000 new staff members across the UK ahead of the busy Christmas period
Sainsbury’s is preparing for the Christmas season by creating 20,000 seasonal roles nationwide, including 18,000 at Sainsbury’s and 2,000 at Argos to ensure excellent customer service throughout the festive season, both in-store and through home deliveries....
BREAKING | A former police officer is due in crown court after being charged with two counts of rape and several other offences
A former police officer is due in crown court after being charged with two counts of rape and several other offences. Craig Winston, aged 35 and who was a student officer based in the Forest of Dean, has been charged with offences which relate to two women. He...
BREAKING NEWS | 12-year-old girl taken to hospital with life changing injuries after dog attack
Police were called to The Crescent, Brynmawr, at around 5.50pm on Monday 7 October, following reports of a dog attack. Officers attended and a 12-year-old girl was taken to hospital with life changing injuries. The dog was seized by officers and will be destroyed. No...