A Herefordshire school has been forced to close this morning due to having no heating and hot water. Fairfield High School in Herefordshire shared the following update on the Herefordshire Council School Closures page: “Due to a partial power failure there is not...
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NEWS | Tesco shares an important message for all customers that use a Clubcard
Tesco is announcing that from 8th January, customers can collect DOUBLE Clubcard points when they shop, for the next seven weeks until 25th February. Clubcard unlocks the best value at Tesco no matter how you shop, with over 8,000 weekly deals on Clubcard Prices in...
FEATURED | New M&S Foodhall in Ludlow would offer local customers a range of great quality food productsÂ
A new M&S Foodhall in Ludlow would offer local customers with a range of great quality food products, according to a planning application. The updates planning application, submitted to Shropshire Council says: “We’re pleased to be submitting updated plans to open...
NEWS | Households across Herefordshire advised to check if they are entitled to a Council Tax bill discount with thousands of residents potentially eligible
From Herefordshire Council: You can get money off your Council Tax bill, or even pay nothing, in certain circumstances. Discounts and exemptions A discount or exemption depends on your current situation and circumstances, but does not take account of income or...
FEATURED | A new shop will be opening its doors in Hereford city centre in the coming months!Â
A new shop will be opening its doors in Hereford city centre in the coming months. Dylan’s Den Crystal Shop is set to open on Commercial Street in Hereford, next to Greggs. Dylan’s Den already has shops in places such as Aberystwyth and Monmouth, and the Hereford...
FEATURED | Can you help Hereford and Worcester Animal Rescue find homes for these four wonderful dogs?
Can you help Hereford and Worcester Animal Rescue find loving homes for these four wonderful dogs? Rolo - Staffy - 3 years old Oh Rolo, we love the very special bones of you! Unfortunately, due to irresponsible breeding, Rolo has entropion to both of her...
NEWS | Shots ‘fired’ at van with two people and dogs inside at a popular spot in HerefordshireÂ
Concerning reports about shots being fired at a van in Herefordshire have emerged on social media. In a post on Van Life UK - Wilderness Vandwellers said: “I’ve been living in my converted prison van for 5 years in the UK. “I have never particularly had...
NEWS | Police issue urgent appeal after a 15-year-old boy was assaulted by two adults in HerefordshireÂ
West Mercia Police have issued an appeal after a 15-year-old boy was assaulted by two adults in Herefordshire. The incident occurred in Bromyard on Saturday 6th January. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police (Bromyard Safer Neighbourhood Team) said: “On 6th...
NEWS | Herefordshire Council is calling for people whose properties have been flooded recently to get in touch
Herefordshire Council is calling for people whose properties have been flooded recently to get in touch. Over the past few days a number of communities have been affected by flooding across the county. The Council’s flooding emergency page includes advice and support...
NEWS | Belmont Rural Parish Council says plans for a Lidl superstore at the Three Counties Hotel site should be refused as the building will be out of character with the areaÂ
Belmont Rural Parish Council has shared an objection to plans to build a Lidl store on the site of the Three Counties Hotel. Belmont Rural Parish Council says that it objects to the plans for the following reasons: The proposed new build does not accord with the...
NEWS | Parents are being encouraged to have their say on the new first school to be built in Foxlydiate, Redditch
Parents are being encouraged to have their say on the new first school to be built in Foxlydiate, Redditch. This next stage of consultation is asking parents to share their thoughts on the council’s proposal on the following: the age range of the school the size of...
DISCOUNT | Get 15% off Sleeping Beauty Pantomime tickets at The Courtyard Hereford by booking early
Following rave reviews of 2023’s smash-hit, Dick Whittington, The Courtyard’s award-winning professional Christmas pantomime is back with Sleeping Beauty! Step into a fabulous fairy-tale world of magical mayhem and an enchanted slumber that only true love can...
NEWS | Royal Mail marks the 30th anniversary of the Spice Girls with a set of Special Stamps
Royal Mail today announced it is issuing a set of 15 Special Stamps to celebrate one of the world’s most successful pop groups of all time, the Spice Girls. With more than 100 million global record sales across three decades, and nine UK number one singles, they are...
NEWS | Officers in Redditch are warning motorists to make sure their vehicles are insured correctly after a driver had their car seized on Saturday 6 January
Officers in Redditch are warning motorists to make sure their vehicles are insured correctly after a driver had their car seized on Saturday 6 January. PC Ryan Clarke pulled over the motorist due to their car being flagged as not insured at around 9pm on the...
NEWS | West Mercia Police launch investigation after a driver fled the scene of a collision in Herefordshire on Sunday
West Mercia Police have provided an update after a trailer carrying six horses overturned in Herefordshire on Sunday evening. The trailer overturned on the A40 near Ross-on-Wye. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “We were called to the A40 near Wilton shortly...
WEATHER WARNING | Snow flurries and plummeting temperatures could lead to icy surfaces in Herefordshire later today and overnight warns the Met OfficeÂ
The Met Office has issued a warning for icy surfaces in Herefordshire, with snow showers possible later today and overnight. The Met Office warning for Herefordshire says: “Parts of southern Britain are likely to see some snow showers during Monday afternoon and the...
NEWS | Driver of vehicle ‘not at the scene’ of collision involving a pick up truck with six Shetland ponies in HerefordshireÂ
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service have provided a more detailed report into an incident that occurred on the A40 near Ross-on-Wye in Herefordshire on Sunday evening. A spokesperson for Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service told Your...
NEWS | Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is launching a period of public consultation on a Resource ReviewÂ
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is launching a period of public consultation on a Resource Review on Monday, 8 January. The Resource Review examines Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service’s operational response resources and...
NEWS | More bat lights for Worcestershire as LED streetlight plans rolled out across the county
More than 13,000 streetlights across Worcestershire have now been converted to LED as part of the County Council’s on-going £2 million ‘Rapid LED Roll-Out’ programme. The innovative two-year project will save energy, reduce carbon emissions, and reduce any impact on...
FEATURED | Your chance to take over this fabulous cafe on a historic street in Hereford city centreÂ
Ever fancied running your own cafe? Well, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Polly’s No 10 are looking for new owners, and Sidney Phillips are looking for potential new owners to come forward. This Renowned Cafe premises is close to a major tourist...
NEWS | Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service provide update after trailer carrying six horses overturned in Herefordshire on Sunday eveningÂ
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service have provided an update after a trailer carrying six horses overturned in Herefordshire on Sunday evening. The trailer overturned on the A40 near Ross-on-Wye. A spokesperson for Bromyard Fire Station (Hereford &...
NEWS | Put your best running foot forward with new Worcester Junior Parkrun
Partners have worked together to bring a new event to the local county parkrun calendar. The new parkrun event, in Diglis, takes place every Sunday from 9am, starting from Diglis Fields, Diglis Lane, Worcester, WR5 3FB. Local volunteers have been at the heart of...
NEWS | Multi-million pound works to improve the A38 in Bromsgrove are due to start shortly
Multi-million pound works to improve the A38 in Bromsgrove are due to start shortly. Preparation to start works on two schemes as part of the Bromsgrove Route Enhancement Programme is being undertaken by Worcestershire County Council. Site clearance and...
NEWS | A major route in Herefordshire is closed this evening with emergency services responding to an incidentÂ
A major route in Herefordshire is closed this evening, with emergency services responding to an incident. The incident has occurred on the A40 near Ross-on-Wye. The road is closed westbound between the Wilton roundabout, and Pencraig. West Mercia Police are in...
NEWS | The Military Club in Hereford is under new bar management with a new darts area, refurbished toilets and improvements to snooker tablesÂ
The Military Club in Hereford is under new management with a new darts area, refurbished toilets and improvements to snooker tables. Sharon Haighway confirmed on Facebook that the Military Club was under new management and that significant improvements had been made....
NEWS | Flood-hit communities can now apply for thousands of pounds from the government to help them recover
Flood-hit communities impacted by Storm Henk (2nd Jan – 8th Jan) can now apply for thousands of pounds from the government to help them recover. The financial support announced today, 6 January 2024, will be available to eligible areas in England that have experienced...
NEWS | Police appeal for information after a 16-year-old boy and a 40-year-old man died when their car left the road and became submerged in waterÂ
Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision where two people have sadly died in Tetney Lock in Lincolnshire. From Lincolnshire Police: The collision was reported at 1.33pm yesterday (6 January) when a blue Mercedes 300 left the road and became...
NEWS | A shop at Hereford’s Old Market Shopping Centre has confirmed that it will be closing its doors
A popular Hereford shop has confirmed that it will be closing down in the coming weeks. Fox & Mable, located at the Old Market in Hereford, shared the following post on social media this morning: “Well! The last couple of days have been pretty fun! You lot are...
NEWS | Major concerns raised after four puppies dumped in Herefordshire test positive for a virusÂ
Hereford and Worcester Animal Rescue have shared a post highlighting concerns, after four cases of puppies dumped in Leominster resulted in them being tested and being found to have Parvovirus. A post shared on social media by Hereford and Worcester Animal Rescue...
NEWS | The Beefy Boys continues to offer FREE kids meals at its restaurants in Hereford, Shrewsbury and Cheltenham to support familiesÂ
The Beefy Boys have confirmed their support of local families by extending their fabulous Kids Eat Free deal into the start of 2024! The offer is available at its restaurants in Hereford, Shrewsbury and Cheltenham. It means that with every adult order of a burger, or...
NEWS | A Herefordshire Golf Club suffers significant flooding as river levels in parts of the county reach record levelsÂ
A Herefordshire Golf Club has suffered significant flooding, as river levels in parts of the county reached record levels. Leominster Golf Club, located just off the A49 to the south of Leominster, is used to flood water entering a small section of its course and also...
NEWS | Sainsbury’s has today announced it will be investing £200 million to offer a leading rate of colleague pay, increasing to £12 per hour and recognising the hard work of colleagues across Sainsbury’s and Argos
Sainsbury’s has today announced it will be investing £200 million to offer a leading rate of colleague pay, increasing to £12 per hour and recognising the hard work of colleagues across Sainsbury’s and Argos. Effective from March, this is Sainsbury’s single biggest...
SHOPPING | Aldi launches new plant based KFC and McDonald’s inspired meals for under £2.50
Aldi launches plant based fakeaway favourites for less than £1.25 per head  These must-try meals arrive as part of Aldi’s biggest plant-based range to date This January, switching to a plant-based diet doesn’t have to break the bank, nor does it mean...
BREAKING | Two charged with concealing the birth of a child and preventing the lawful and decent burial of a dead body after the bodies of two babies were discovered
Detectives investigating the discovery of the bodies of two babies at an address in Wildmill, Bridgend in November 2022 have charged two people. Egle Zilinskaite, 30, and Zilvinas Ledovskis, 48, have both been charged with two counts of concealing the birth of a child...
FLOOD UPDATE – 11.30AM | The latest on road closures, flood alerts and further information as Herefordshire slowly recovers from significant floodingÂ
A number of roads remain closed in Herefordshire this Friday morning, although the overall flooding situation is slowly improving across the county. Levels on many rivers, especially the River Wye in Herefordshire, are falling rapidly. The Lugg is dropping slower, but...
NEWS | Police in Hereford are cracking down on ‘anti-social motorbike riding and ‘boy racers’ following complaints from members of the publicÂ
West Mercia Police officers in Hereford are cracking down on ‘anti-social motorbike riding’ and ‘boy racers’ following complaints from members of the public. A post shared by West Mercia Police this morning said: “We are working hard to tackle anti-social...
FLOOD UPDATE – 10.15AM | Holme Lacy Road, Holme Lacy Causeway and Aylestone Roundabout all reopen as flooding situation improves in Herefordshire
A number of roads remain closed in Herefordshire this Friday morning, although the overall flooding situation is slowly improving across the county. Levels on many rivers, especially the River Wye in Herefordshire, are falling rapidly. The Lugg is dropping slower, but...
NEWS | A Herefordshire pub is closing for 10 days before it reopens with a brand new exciting menu for you to try!
A Herefordshire pub is closing for ten days, before it reopens with a brand new exciting menu for you to try! The Hope and Anchor at Ross-on-Wye had already planned to close next week for a well earned rest following Christmas and New Year, but due to the flooding...
FLOOD UPDATE – 9.30AM | The latest on road closures, flood alerts and further information as Herefordshire slowly recovers from significant floodingÂ
A number of roads remain closed in Herefordshire this Friday morning, although the overall flooding situation is slowly improving across the county. Levels on many rivers, especially the River Wye in Herefordshire, are falling rapidly. The Lugg is dropping slower, but...
NEWS | A popular Hereford shop has announced that it will be closing down in the coming weeks
A popular Hereford shop has confirmed that it will be closing down in the coming weeks. Fox & Mable, located at the Old Market in Hereford, shared the following post on social media this morning: “Well! The last couple of days have been pretty fun! You lot are...
FEATURED | You can purchase this stunning church conversion in a beautiful Herefordshire villageÂ
An Extraordinarily Lovely Village Church Conversion, retaining all the architectural wonder and rich character detailing of the historic Grade II Listed building and offering utterly unique home with 2 double bedrooms and open plan living or exciting Holiday Let...
FLOOD UPDATE – 6.20AM | The latest on road closures, flood alerts and further information as Herefordshire slowly recovers from significant floodingÂ
A number of roads remain closed in Herefordshire this Friday morning, although the overall flooding situation is slowly improving across the county. Levels on many rivers, especially the River Wye in Herefordshire, are falling rapidly. The Lugg is dropping slower, but...
FOOTBALL | Former Hereford United player is the front runner to become the new Plymouth Argyle manager
Press reports are suggesting that a former Hereford United player could be set to become the new Plymouth Argyle manager. Ian Foster has emerged as the front runner for the post despite not being interviewed earlier this week as others were. Now 47, Foster played for...
NEWS | A man who was injured in an assault on New Year’s Eve has sadly died Police have confirmed
A man who was seriously injured in an assault in Malvern on New Year’s Eve has died. The man, in his 60s, was assaulted outside The Beauchamp Arms on Worcester Road at around 10.15pm on Sunday evening (31 December). He was taken to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital and has...
FLOODING – 3.30PM Update | Full list of closures and roads that have reopened this afternoon in HerefordshireÂ
Hereford & Worcester Fire & Rescue Service have been called to help rescue passengers from a bus in Herefordshire this morning. The bus has got stuck in flood water on Aylestone Hill roundabout in Hereford. A fire crew were seen in the area helping to get...
FLOODING – 12.30PM Update | Full list of closures and roads that have reopened this afternoon in HerefordshireÂ
Hereford & Worcester Fire & Rescue Service have been called to help rescue passengers from a bus in Herefordshire this morning. The bus has got stuck in flood water on Aylestone Hill roundabout in Hereford. A fire crew were seen in the area helping to get...
BREAKING | Fire crews called to rescue passengers after bus gets stuck in flooding near Hereford
Hereford & Worcester Fire & Rescue Service have been called to help rescue passengers from a bus in Herefordshire this morning. The bus has got stuck in flood water on Aylestone Hill roundabout in Hereford. A fire crew were seen in the area helping to get...
FLOODING – 11:15AM THURSDAY | Full list of closures and roads that have reopened this morning in HerefordshireÂ
A number of roads in Herefordshire remain closed this morning due to flooding. The A4103 is the latest road to be closed at Aylestone Hill roundabout, with the River Lugg reaching record levels in the county. Levels on the River Wye peaked in Hereford on Wednesday...
NEWS | Stranded cars and rising flood water mean that a major route into Hereford is closed this morning and likely to remain closed all day
A major route near Hereford is closed this morning after cars ended up getting stranded overnight due to rising flood water. The A4103 (Hereford to Worcester Road), near Aylestone Hill roundabout is closed this morning, due to rising floodwater. The Hereford to...
NEWS | A Herefordshire school has announced that it will be closed today due to the flooding situationÂ
A Herefordshire school is closed on Thursday due to the flooding situation in the county. Westfield School in Leominster announced this afternoon that it has taken the decision on the basis of pupil safety due to rising river and flood levels in the county. A post...