A man has today (Monday 22 June) been sentenced to three years and three months after being convicted of violently shaking his infant son leaving him with severe disabilities. Iskander Kechiche (pictured below), 49, of Elkstone Close, Worcester, pleaded guilty to a...
Police are appealing for information to find Lily, 14, who is missing. Lily, from Blaina, was last seen in High Street, Blaina at around 6.50pm on Saturday 20 June. She is described as white, around 5ft 6 inches tall, with a medium build and long black hair. Lily was...
Police are appealing for information following a serious collision in Bromyard yesterday evening (Sunday 21 June). The collision happened around 7.20pm when a Honda CBR motorbike collided with a Skoda Yeti on the A44 Bromyard bypass, near Pump Street. The...
Six men have been jailed following a violent assault in Coleford which was believed to have been a targeted attack on the president of another motorcycle group at the time. The men, who are all members of the Rock Machine Motorcycle Club, appeared at Bristol Crown...
Dog owners in Hereford have a new place to enjoy a drink with their four-legged companions after The Welsh Club announced it will now welcome dogs in its outdoor garden area. The move by the Hereford Welsh Social Club is aimed at making the venue more inclusive for...
A local school has confirmed that it will ban girls from wearing skirts from September 2026 after a consultation with parents, staff and students. Monmouth Comprehensive School announced that all pupils in Years 7 to 13 will be required to wear either tailored...
A former vicar has been jailed for 12 months and 12 weeks after being found in possession of prohibited images of children during an unannounced police visit. Andrew Robinson, of Talybont-on-Usk, Brecon, had previously stood before the courts in April 2025 where he...
A police investigation is underway following an incident at Johnson’s of Old Hurst, in Huntingdonshire. Officers were called to the zoo at 1.24pm to reports of an incident involving a three-year-old boy, during which he ended up in the crocodile enclosure. The boy has...
Brace yourselves, dads! Morrisons is celebrating Father’s Day by treating dads across the nation to a completely free, freshly baked doughnut. On Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st June, dads and father figures can stroll into any Morrisons Café and claim a fresh jam...
A local school has confirmed that it will ban girls from wearing skirts from September 2026 after a consultation with parents, staff and students. Monmouth Comprehensive School announced that all pupils in Years 7 to 13 will be required to wear either tailored...
A Caerphilly county motorist, whose vision was impaired by a genetic eye disorder, has been jailed for more than six-and-half years after causing the death of an 84-year-old woman crossing the road in Pengam. Andrew Perry, now 56, was sentenced at Newport Crown Court...
Two people have been jailed after police discovered a woman was offering her baby daughter to meet with a paedophile who wanted to sexually abuse her. Christopher Brownhill, aged 38, met the woman through an online dating website in 2017, where their conversation...
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...
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...