West Mercia Police is encouraging residents across Herefordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire to remain vigilant this summer and report anything suspicious while attending events and attractions. The force is working alongside Counter Terrorism Policing West...
North Herefordshire MP Ellie Chowns provides update on Post Office services in Leominster. North Herefordshire MP Ellie Chowns has provided an update on efforts to secure the future of Post Office services in Leominster amid concerns over the planned closure of the...
Shocking new figures have revealed that TikTok has been referenced in more than 1,000 recorded crimes across the West Mercia Police force area over the past three years. Data obtained from West Mercia Police shows that the keywords "TikTok" or "Tik Tok" appeared in...
Football fans can score a free drink at Morrisons Cafés this June as the supermarket celebrates the summer of football by rewarding supporters who wear their nation’s football shirt to a free beverage – with no minimum purchase required. From 11 June to 28...
As excitement builds for a Summer of football, Asda is showing some love to a group of fans who often find themselves at the centre of the celebrations – people called Caroline. From Wednesday 10th June to Monday 20th July, customers named Caroline can enjoy a free...
Music fans heading to Cardiff this summer for a fantastic line up of live music should plan their journeys in advance, as thousands of people make their way to the capital. With Take That and Metallica taking the stage at the Principality Stadium, alongside the...
A man has been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Ricky Harris, who has been missing since November 2023. South Wales Police confirmed that a 41-year-old man from Mountain Ash was arrested on suspicion of preventing a lawful burial...
The NHS across Herefordshire and Worcestershire will be significantly impacted throughout the strike action due to take place next week from 7am on Monday 15 June until to 7am on Friday 19thJune. This will result in serious challenges for all NHS services in...
A man has been sentenced a life sentence, to serve a minimum of 18 years and 158 days, for the murder of a woman in Bromyard last year. Julian Thomas, 55, of no fixed abode, appeared at Worcester Crown Court after previously entering a guilty plea to murder. He also...
A Member of Parliament has called on the Government to allow a free parliamentary vote on new Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) guidance, after receiving dozens of messages from constituents expressing concern about its potential impact on transgender people...
HEREFORDSHIRE welcome back key all-rounder George Rhodes for their NCCA T20 trip to table-topping Devon on Sunday. The former Worcestershire and Leicestershire man returns after missing the double defeat by Dorset at Eastnor in Herefordshire first group matches....
Major Rail Disruption Between Hereford and Newport as Services Cancelled. Passengers travelling between Hereford and Newport are facing significant disruption today, with the majority of rail services cancelled and replacement buses being arranged. National Rail has...
People in Hereford can vote for local school and community projects supporting children’s access to healthy food A trio of Hereford schools and good causes are in the running for much-needed funds to help young people. Conexus, Hope Support Services, and St...
Malvern Hills Trust Invests in New Robocut Machine to Tackle Challenging Terrain The Malvern Hills Trust has taken delivery of its own Robocut machine, marking a significant investment in the future management of the iconic landscape. Robocuts are remote-controlled...
The Bunch of Carrots: A Traditional Herefordshire Pub Serving the Community Seven Days a Week Nestled on the outskirts of Hereford in the picturesque village of Hampton Bishop, The Bunch of Carrots continues to attract locals and visitors alike with its warm...
What type of flag can I fly on my house without consent? The following is a list of the types of flag that do not require any consent: A country’s national flag,merchant flag or civil air ensign. The Commonwealth flag or United Nations flag The flag of any island,...
A Herefordshire man is just days away from completing one of Britain's most iconic endurance cycling challenges – and may become the first person to achieve the feat following a total laryngectomy. Richard Andrews is currently approaching the final stages of the...
Residents looking for NHS dental care have received a welcome boost, with Bromyard Dental Practice announcing that it is currently accepting new NHS patients. The practice, located on High Street in the town centre, says patients can now register for dental care under...
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched an investigation into Ryanair over charges that parents must pay to sit with their children on flights. Ryanair’s terms and conditions require at least one parent to sit with their children aged 2-11 when they...
The parents of brothers who tragically lost their lives following a collision on the A30 last month have paid a moving tribute to the boys who touched the hearts of everyone they met. At around 11am on Friday 29 May, Tobias and Finley Rice were heading to St Ives in...
Officers across England and Wales will spend less time behind desks and more time protecting their communities, as the government today launches PoliceAI – a new national centre dedicated to the responsible development, piloting and scaling of...
A British Transport Police (BTP) investigation has resulted in the first man being sentenced in England and Wales under new sex-based harassment legislation. David Stroud, 44, of Halcrow Avenue, Dartford, pleaded guilty to one charge under the new Section 4B of the...
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man died in a collision on the A4137 in Herefordshire yesterday (Tuesday 9 June). The collision happened around 6.30pm and involved a Scania lorry and a Mitsubishi L200 between St Owens Cross and Marstow. Despite the efforts...
More than half a million NHS staff are being given access to new artificial intelligence (AI) tools that could free up an average of 2 days every month from admin duties, freeing up more time for the duties that matter most for patients and staff. NHS England...
Sainsbury’s today announces a major step‑up in its long‑standing commitment to help families eat well, unveiling a strengthened health ambition designed to make healthy eating more accessible and affordable for millions of people across the UK. The retailer has...
Asda is rewarding everyday shopping with live music experiences alongside earning into their Cashpots when they shop in store or on Asda.com. Asda Rewards has teamed up with select Live Nation outdoor shows across the UK to give away 10,000...
A man has been jailed after he subjected his former partner to more than eight years of sexual assaults, controlling and coercive behaviour, strangulation and physical assaults. Scott Herbert, aged 57 and of Bishops Walk in Forthampton, Tewkesbury, appeared at...
A 27-year-old man who raped a woman has had his sentence increased after a hearing at the Court of Appeal. Aaron Akram, from Canton Acre, Painswick, had been found guilty of two counts of raping his ex-partner following a trial in November last year. In December he...
West Mercia Police have confirmed that a 37-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of administering a noxious substance at a primary school. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police told Your Herefordshire: "Officers were contacted on Saturday (30 May)...
Travellers have pitched up on a field in Hereford this evening. Local residents in the Tupsley area of the city reported seeing a number of travellers arrived at around 8pm this evening on a field just off Whittern Way. This isn’t the first time that travellers...
A criminal family and their associates smuggled almost £30 million of cash out of the UK to the United Arab Emirates hidden in suitcases. A National Crime Agency investigation showed that the group worked with a British Dubai-based organiser to smuggle the money via...
A Modern and Well Presented 2 Double Bedroom Terrace Home, set in a quiet cul-de-sac within short walking distance to the numerous amenities in Bobblestock, Hereford. Offered With No Onward Chain. Guide Price - £200,000 Porch – Entrance Hall – Sitting/Dining Room –...
West Midlands Railway (WMR) has installed accessible waiting spaces at more than 35 stations across its network to help wheelchair users access passenger assistance while travelling. Working with Cameron Wood – a local disability activist who lives with Cerebral Palsy...
M48 Severn Bridge: Upcoming resurfacing trial - Saturday 01 August until Sunday 27 September 2026 From National Highways: The original bridge design and construction in the 1960s featured a 35mm surface that was laid by hand. This was replaced between 1989 and 1991...
Police are appealing for witnesses in connection with an incident in Evenlode Road, Gloucester yesterday morning (Thursday 4 June). Officers were initially called at around 11.15am following a report that a man armed with a knife was making threats towards another...
Ofwat has confirmed its final decision to formally accept a £44.7m enforceable package of undertakings from Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water. This closes the seventh case in its sector-wide wastewater investigation and takes the total of resulting enforcement packages and...
A bold and innovative new business, Canny Snacks, has recently been formed with backing from soft drinks manufacturer Radnor Hills, marking the company’s first major move beyond the drinks category. The venture builds on Radnor Hills’ established expertise,...
Police are appealing for information after a cat was injured in what is believed to have been a BB or pellet gun shooting in Tenbury. From West Mercia Police: The cat's owner last saw her pet leave their home in Spring Gardens at around 11.30pm on Sunday evening (31...
Police have issued a CCTV image of several men officers would like to identify following a theft from a shop near Tewkesbury. It was reported that four men had entered a shop on Tewkesbury Road in Twigworth before stealing gardening items valued at £300. The incident...
The owners of a popular Hereford restaurant have announced that they will be leaving in the coming weeks. Ponte Vecchio — located on Bridge Street in Hereford, announced the news on social media. “As many of you are aware, earlier in the year, we made the...
One of the largest ever investments in the UK tourism sector has been agreed between the government and Comcast NBCUniversal to build an entertainment resort complex, the Universal United Kingdom Resort, in Bedfordshire that will employ thousands and entertain...
The family of a motorcyclist who died in a collision have described him as a man "with a smile that could light up the sky". Zachariah Wolfston, aged 20, died when his Honda CB650R motorcycle was involved in a collision with a white Volkswagen transporter panel van....
HER ROYAL Highness, The Duchess of Gloucester will visit Wyevale Nurseries in Hereford on July 13, where she will tour the nursery and meet members of the team (May 2026). Based at Kings Acre, Wyevale Nurseries is one of the UK’s leading wholesale horticultural...
Morrisons is serving up the ultimate British comfort food with the launch of a brand-new Fish & Chip Afternoon Tea for two – a dream treat for chippy lovers. Landing in Cafés nationwide on Monday 1st June ahead of National Fish & Chip Day on Friday...
Calling all glaze enthusiasts, sprinkle connoisseurs and jam-filled aficionados – Morrisons is officially on the hunt for the nation’s ultimate doughnut devotee with the launch of its brand-new (and delicious) role – The Chief Doughnut Tester. Timed perfectly to...
OVO has agreed to pay into Ofgem’s Voluntary Redress Fund, following an investigation into OVO’s historic policies for supporting prepayment customers between 2018 and 2024. The settlement includes £7 million paid into the Energy Industry Voluntary Redress Fund and...
Morrisons has announced the nationwide installation of male sanitary bins in customer toilets across all its stores, becoming the first supermarket to meet ‘The Bog Standard’ guidelines. A hallmark of good practice, The Bog Standard is a set of guidelines...
South Wales Police is continuing to investigate a stabbing which took place at Barry Island on Bank Holiday Monday (May 25). A 17-year-old boy from Cardiff suffered a serious leg injury which was initially not believed to be life threatening or life changing. However,...
At least 17 people have died after getting into difficulty in open water during the recent heatwave in the UK as Police confirm a body has been recovered by search teams searching for an 11-year-old boy. From South Yorkshire Police: Teams searching for Mackenzie Swift...
Bodycam footage of the arrest of Henry Nowak, who had been stabbed by Vickrum Digba has been released. You can view the footage by visiting the below: https://twitter.com/benobesejecty/status/2061691706399981697?s=46 From Hampshire Police: A man has been convicted of...