Herefordshire Council’s project provides new state of the art facilities for pupils and staff at Marlbrook Primary School New state of the art facilities opened for pupils and staff at Marlbrook Primary School at Green Croft this week following a £6 million investment...
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TV | Married at First Sight UK looking for single people to appear on show
From Channel 4: We’re looking for brave singles for potential future series of Married at First Sight. In this unique relationship series about married life, a panel of matchmaking experts will be there to help you find the one. To apply, email with your name, age,...
NEWS | Over £6,000 raised to help teenager with terminal cancer achieve bucket list
Since sharing the awfully sad news that 13-year-old Frank's cancer was terminal, an incredible £6,000+ has been raised to help Frank achieve his bucket list. What's more incredible is that the fundraising page was only set up yesterday evening! The devastating news...
APPEAL | Help raise money for teenager with terminal cancer to achieve bucket list
There is nothing more devastating than finding out that your child has cancer, it’s made even worse when you hear the news that it’s terminal. This evening, we share a heartbreaking update from Frank’s mum: “It is with an incredibly heavy heart that I share this...
#StrongerHereford | Hereford aspires to be one of the greenest and fairest cities in the country
The Stronger Hereford Vision - Hereford aspires to be one of the greenest and fairest cities in the country, with fantastic opportunities and quality of life for people of all ages. Deeply rooted in our unique rural heritage, we’re blossoming into a richly creative,...
FEATURED | Big plans as React Trampoline Club move to new venue in Hereford
The React Trampoline Club is moving to an exciting new venue, just off Grandstand Road at the old Gelpack site in Hereford. The club has been based at the Whitecross High School and Specialised Sports College on Three Elms Road for the last 14 years! The new venue...
CHARITY | Children help to raise over £42,000 for hospice with reindeer run
From St Michael’s Hospice: Exciting news… The last of our Christmas reindeer have come trotting back in and we're delighted to announce that, thanks to all the schools and nurseries across Herefordshire who took part in our first ever Reindeer Run, we raised an...
HALF TERM | There’s plenty to do this half term in Herefordshire
Despite lockdown, there is still plenty of fun to be had this half term in Herefordshire. Some are virtual, which makes great sense due to lockdown! Herefordshire Council have put together a Facebook group highlighting some fantastic activities including:...
NEWS | Fundraising page set up for litter picking legend
A fundraising page has been set up to say a special thank you to a local litter picking legend in Hereford. Greg Dunsford has been busy litter picking across Hereford over recent weeks, from Belmont, to the Kings Acre area of the city. Despite heavy rain on Sunday,...
NEWS | UK one of the most “nature depleted” countries in the world
BY CLARA HICKMAN: The UK has entered 2021 as one of the most “nature depleted” countries in the world according to the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). The government has once again delayed the crucial environmental bill due to the Coronavirus crisis. The...
COMMUNITY | The Living Room – Community Larder
Have you heard of The Living Room? Based on Commercial Road in Hereford. The Living Room offers the following: A cafeA Safe spaceA community larderA training and community spaceFood parcels arrangedPeer support groupsCounselling & Mediation ServicesAny money spent...
EDUCATION | NMITE Bolsters Its Academic Team With New Hires
February 2021 - The New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) has confirmed the appointment of two new academic staff members – Assistant Professor Aris Quintana-Nedelcos and Assistant Professor Tim Belden. They join ahead of the...
FEATURED | Hush Now: behind the doors of Mother & Baby Homes
Herefordshire based theatre company Feral Productions presents Hush Now, a digital theatre production this March. Adapted for the stage and screen from Feral’soriginal site-specific production, Hush Now is a piece of digital theatre...
#StrongerHereford | The 15 projects lined up to improve Hereford over the coming years – Which is your favourite?
Hereford is one of 100 places invited by the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government to be part of the £3.6 billion Towns Fund. This scheme supports economic growth in towns and cities around the UK. Hereford could get up to £25 million in funding...
NEWS | Top Honour to Herefordshire Girlguiding Members
Despite months of lockdown, two young women from Herefordshire, Audrie Schneller & Issy Timmerman have gained the top award from Girlguiding – The Queens Guide Award. Both have challenged themselves with an impressive range of goals and have learnt so many new...
HELP! Did you live in Hereford in the 1950’s? Do you recognise this man?
From Tim Wick in our Herefordshire Memories Facebook Group: “Thank you for allowing me onto your Facebook group. “I have recently moved into Worcester from Berkshire and having done so, tried to start tracing my late Father’s travels. “My Father fled Hungary after the...
GALLERY | Ten photos of the cold snap in Herefordshire
As always, you've been busy sending in your wonderful photos of Herefordshire and adding them to our 'Snapshots of Your Herefordshire' Facebook group. Here are a few of your photos from the recent cold snap in Herefordshire: Karl Ryan Candy Milner Isla Pennington Matt...
NEWS | Herefordshire Council funding provides vulnerable children with access to online education
Council funding will improve digital connectivity for an estimated 1,500 Herefordshire pupils Up to 1,500 Herefordshire pupils will be able to join their classmates and access their school lessons online with better connectivity and IT devices due to £650k of funding...
WIN | Purchase a raffle ticket and you could win this £1m+ Herefordshire village home
Orleton House is a simply stunning house that has been completely renovated in the last 2 years by the current owners. No expense has been spared to make this a truly wonderful family home. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to win this luxury property in this...
#StrongerHereford | Castle Green Pavilion Project
This project will enhance a much-loved but neglected community asset, open up access to the River Wye and add significantly to the infrastructure of Hereford’s visitor economy. The refurbished pavilion will provide a revitalised home forthe Youth Canoe Club, cafe...