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NEWS | A Herefordshire pub that has banned football shirts, hoodies and workwear has issued an update after ‘causing a stir’ on social media
The Quarters, a brand new pub in Leominster, is set to open in the former Ducker Bar. The pub will open its doors on Saturday 9th December. The owners have shared an update, after admitting that they caused a stir on social media with their initial post. The update...

NEWS | Herefordshire Council shares important information on Christmas and New Year bin collections and opening hours at Household Waste and Recycling sites
Herefordshire Council has shared important information on Christmas & New Year bin collections and opening hours at Household Waste and Recycling Centres. An update shared by Herefordshire Council said: Bins due to be collected on Christmas Day, Monday 25...

NEWS | Four brand new e-cargo bikes are now available to hire across Hereford!
The UK’s leading shared sustainable transport provider, Beryl and Herefordshire Council have launched an exciting and innovative new addition to their bike and e-bike share scheme. Four brand new e-cargo bikes are now available to hire across the city - the first time...
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NEWS | West Mercia Police issue urgent warning to all haulage firms after £50,000 of Cheese was stolen from Strensham Services on the M5
Haulage firms are being warned to be on their guard and the public asked to be extra vigilant and not buy Christmas presents or goods on the black market as cargo thefts peak at this time of year. Toys, food, white goods, and perfumes are among the types of products...

NEWS | You can park for free in Herefordshire Council car parks from 4pm this evening for late night shopping!
Residents and visitors can make the most of fairs, events and late night shopping in the run-up to Christmas in Herefordshire, thanks to free parking that has been arranged and funded by Herefordshire Council. The dates are: Kington Winter Food & Drink Festival:...

FEATUTED | A beautiful 27 bedroom venue with large reception rooms and extensive grounds is now open for bookings once again near Ross-on-Wye
Parkfields Country House is welcoming guests again under its new name of Chelsea Parkfields. The beautiful 27 bedroom venue with large reception rooms and extensive grounds, now open for bookings, is bolstering the accommodation offer in the Ross on Wye vicinity....
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FOOTBALL | RNC Hereford kicks off European Blind Football League season with a bang
The Royal National College for the Blind’s (RNC) Football Team started their European Blind Football League (EBFL) 2023/24 campaign with a convincing 8-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund in the opening tournament held in Greece. The team, hosted by Pirsos Thessaloniki,...

HORSE RACING | Book your tickets for the Cheltenham Festival by midnight tonight and save up to 30% off the standard price
Off to the Cheltenham Festival in March 2024? Yet to purchase your tickets? Well, if you purchase your tickets by midnight tonight (Monday 4th December) - you’ll save up to 30% off the standard price. Here the roar of Cheltenham first hand by being there....

NEWS | Gym Refurbishment project to take place at Halo Gyms across Herefordshire and the wider area
Halo has a fantastic reason to celebrate as it embarks on the first phase of its Gym Refurbishment project! To make room for the delivery of some state-of-the-art equipment, Halo will be temporarily closing some of its gyms. But don't worry, it's all for a...

SPORT | Team GB selection for Royal National College for the Blind staff member and student
The Royal National College for the Blind (RNC) is delighted to announce that member of staff, Antonia Bunyan, and current student, Megan Smithson-Booth, have been selected to represent Team GB at the IBSA Goalball European Championships, taking place from 6-17...

FOOTBALL | Ledbury Town hope to cause an upset when they host Hereford Pegasus in the Herefordshire FA County Challenge Cup this evening
Photo Credit: Ledbury Town FC Ledbury Town will once again be looking to cause an upset when they host Hereford Pegasus in the Herefordshire FA County Challenge Cup this evening. In truth, Ledbury are no strangers to upsets, with a thumping 6-0 victory over the then...

FOOTBALL | Hereford Pegasus hit five to continue good league form in the Hellenic League Premier Division
Pegasus climbed towards the heady heights of the Premier Division of the uhlsport Hellenic League with a comprehensive victory over Brimscombe and Thrupp at the KGD Stadium. This was the first time Pegasus had scored five goals this season however, the victory was...

NEWS | Hereford FC given approval by Herefordshire Council to upgrade the floodlights at Edgar Street
Photo Credit: Craig Anthony Photography Hereford FC have been given approval by Herefordshire Council to upgrade the floodlights at Edgar Street. Hereford FC have been looking to upgrade the floodlights at Edgar Street for some time, and the club now has approval to...

WHAT’S ON? | The Hereford Racecourse Christmas Jumper Raceday will take place on Saturday 16th December and you can get your tickets NOW!
The Hereford Racecourse Christmas Jumper Raceday will take place on Saturday 16th December and you can get your tickets now! This is always a fabulous day full of festive fun and fantastic racing. From Hereford Racecourse: ‘Gather Family and Friends for the...

NEWS | Royal National College for the Blind teacher secures Britain’s Strongest Disabled Man 2023 Title
In a stunning display of strength and determination, Aaron Rees, a teacher from the Royal National College for the Blind (RNC), originally from Swansea, has secured the coveted title of Britain’s Strongest Disabled Man 2023. He emerged victorious after claiming second...
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NEWS | West Mercia Police issue urgent warning to all haulage firms after £50,000 of Cheese was stolen from Strensham Services on the M5
Haulage firms are being warned to be on their guard and the public asked to be extra vigilant and not buy Christmas presents or goods on the black market as cargo thefts peak at this time of year. Toys, food, white goods, and perfumes are among the types of products...

NEWS | Motorists advised to plan ahead with a major route closed this morning following a serious collision involving a lorry
Motorists are advised to plan ahead, with a major route closed this morning following a serious collision involving a lorry. The M5 in Worcestershire remains closed northbound between J6 (Worcester) and J5 (Droitwich) this morning due to a collision involving an...

NEWS | A man has been jailed for life with a minimum sentence of 24 years after subjecting children to years of repeated sexual abuse
A man subjected three young victims to years of repeated sexual abuse, making them believe his behaviour was normal to continue his crimes, a court has heard. Matthew Aldridge, aged 56, from Knighton in Powys has been found guilty of 27 sexual offences, including rape...

BREAKING | Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a woman was stabbed and a major manhunt was launched in Aberfan in South Wales
A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a major incident in South Wales. The incident occurred in Aberfan, with schools put into lockdown and a major manhunt launched. Local residents quickly stated that a women had been stabbed in an...

BREAKING | 29-year-old woman stabbed and suspect on the run with schools placed into lockdown in Aberfan, South Wales
Armed officers have been called and schools are in lockdown after a major incident in South Wales this morning. South Wales Police are the scene of a major incident in Aberfan. Armed officers are also in attendance with South Wales Police saying it is responding...

BREAKING | Armed officers called and schools in lockdown after major incident in South Wales this morning
Armed officers have been called and schools are in lockdown after a major incident in South Wales this morning. South Wales Police are the scene of a major incident in Aberfan. Armed officers are also in attendance with South Wales Police saying it is responding...

NEWS | RAC criticises fuel companies and retailers for not passing on savings quick enough at forecourts
The average price of petrol fell by 7.5p a litre in November to 146.95p, but data from RAC Fuel Watch* shows that drivers are still paying 10p more than they should be and are far from getting a fair price on the forecourt despite recent government intervention....

URGENT APPEAL! | West Mercia Police launch urgent appeal to help find a missing 15-year-old girl who was last seen on Saturday
West Mercia Police have launched a missing persons appeal to help find a 15-year-old girl who was last seen on Saturday. 15-year-old Calibra Horobas went missing from Ludlow Saturday morning (2 December) Calibra is described as a 5ft tall with shoulder length dark...

WANTED | Police launch urgent appeal to help find a man wanted in connection with several recent offences
Police have issued an urgent appeal to locate a man who is wanted in connection with several recent offences. Officers want to speak to 31-year-old Shane Walsh in connection with offences which include aggravated taking of vehicles without consent, assaults, including...