To help parents in light of the ongoing cost of living crisis, Aldi has announced the return of its popular school uniform bundle and revealed that it will freeze its prices, offering customers the same great savings as it did in 2022. Aldi are also introducing a...
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GALLERY | Hundreds have turned out for the funeral of SAS soldier Mel Parry who was part of a team who stormed the Iranian embassy in London during a siege in 1980.
The funeral took place today at Hereford Cathedral today of Mel Parry who passed away on the 21st May 2023. Mel helped save 19 hostages during the Iranian embassy siege in 1980
NEWS | Speaker of the House of Commons has paid tribute to two police officers for their work in tracking down a self-confessed racist from Hereford ‘who sent vile and threatening emails’ to 22 MPs
The Speaker of the House of Commons has paid tribute to two police officers for their work in tracking down a self-confessed racist ‘who sent vile and threatening emails’ to 22 MPs. Sir Lindsay Hoyle said PCs Zoe Boucher, 28, and Emily Butler, 27, ‘had carried out a...
NEWS | A Hereford man who sent racist and grossly offensive emails to 22 MPs has been sentenced
A Hereford man who sent racist and grossly offensive emails to 22 MPs has been sentenced. Benjamin Price, 32, of Belmont Road, pleaded guilty to 26 counts of racially aggravated malicious communications at Hereford Magistrates’ Court on 25 May. Yesterday (Tuesday 20...
NEWS | Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service warns people over the use of extension leads following a devastating fire
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service is reminding people of the dangers of misusing extension leads after fire ravaged a home in Redditch. Six crews were called to the house fire in Well Close last Thursday which severely damaged the first floor and roof...
WEATHER WARNING | Met Office issues weather warning for Herefordshire with more than an inch of rain possible in an hour in some placesÂ
The Met Office has issued a weather warning for Herefordshire, with more than an inch of rain possible in just an hour in some places, with thunderstorms forecast in parts of the county later today. The Met Office says that most places will miss the downpours, but...
HELP! | Can you help Hereford and Worcester Animal Rescue find a new home for beautiful Stella the StaffyÂ
Can you help find a new home for Stella The Staffy who is 12 years old. From Hereford and Worcester Animal Rescue: “Have you ever seen a more beautiful face full of wisdom and (hopefully) happy tales. “Beautiful Stella heartbreakingly finds herself looking for a...
FEATURED | The Herefordshire pub that offers a delightful selection of beers, a great atmosphere and a tasty afternoon tea!
The Herefordshire pub that offers a delightful selection of beers, a great atmosphere and a tasty afternoon tea. Yes, that’s all on your doorstep, thanks to the Press Room in Leominster. They have a selection of beers and ciders available daily, as well as hot drinks...
NEWS | A new £21 million Daycase Surgical Unit which will cut waiting lists for patients in Herefordshire is rising from the ground at Hereford County Hospital and will provide a major boost for local services
A highly anticipated new Daycase Surgical Unit which will cut waiting lists for patients in Herefordshire is rising from the ground at Hereford County Hospital. A short project ceremony was held at the hospital site this week to celebrate a major milestone in the...
NEWS | More than six million disabled people across the UK are set to receive a £150 Disability Cost of Living payment from today
More than six million disabled people across the UK are set to receive a £150 Disability Cost of Living Payment from today. The one-off payments, issued by the Department for Work and Pensions throughout a two-week window, will help disabled people with the extra...
NEWS | Family of 12-year-old boy who collapsed and died at school last week have paid tribute to him
From West Mercia Police: The heartbroken family of a 12-year-old boy who died after collapsing at school on Friday (16 June) have asked us to share a photo of their son on their behalf. The emergency services, including West Mercia Police, were called to The Telford...
NEWS | Herefordshire raises the Armed Forces flag to mark the beginning of Armed Forces Week 2023
Special flag raising ceremonies to mark the beginning of Armed Forces Week took place in Hereford, the market towns and at the County Hospital on Monday 19 June. His Majesty's Lord-Lieutenant of Herefordshire Mr Edward Harley OBE CStJ, The Chair of Herefordshire...
NEWS | Tenbury Wells Emergency Services 999 open day proves to be a huge success with hundreds visiting
The first Tenbury Wells Emergency Services 999 open day since the police moved in to share the fire station early last year proved a roaring success. There was plenty to entertain visitors at the Worcester Road station on Saturday with the West Midlands Ambulance...
NEWS | Hereford Medical Group issues urgent message for patients due to a number of staff being off sick resulting in longer than normal call waitsÂ
Hereford Medical Group has issued an urgent message for patients, with a number of staff calling in sick, leading to longer waiting times for patients calling in. An update from Hereford Medical Group this morning said: “This morning we have had a number of staff who...
NEWS | Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews called to Vodafone store in Ross-on-Wye after it was hit by a vehicleÂ
Fire crews were called to a Herefordshire market town this morning after reports that a building had been hit by a vehicle. Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews were called to the Vodafone store in Ross-on-Wye this morning. The call came after the...
CAMPAIGN | West Mercia Police have some important information for you if you accidentally call 999
From West Mercia Police: In May, our operations and communications centre received almost 20,000 999 calls, of these 4791 were abandoned. That’s around 155 abandoned 999 calls every day. This figure is an increase of 100% in our abandoned 999 calls compared to May...
FEATURED | Can you complete the £20 – 30 minute Big Breakfast Challenge in Hereford? It’s FREE if you can but many have already failed!
Can you complete the £20 - 30 minute Big Breakfast Challenge in Hereford? It’s FREE if you can! The Big Breakfast Challenge is available to take part in at the newly opened Bridge 14 Diner & Restaurant on Bridge Street in Hereford. Priced at £20 and including...
NEWS | River Wye Campaign Delivers ‘Mantle of Responsibility’ to Tesco’s AGM and calls on Tesco to keep promises
An alliance of environmental groups concerned over pollution of the River Wye took their message to Tesco head office last week, appearing both inside and outside the company’s Annual General Meeting in Welwyn Garden City. Led by Marches Climate Action (MCA) supported...
FEATURED | A new restaurant, cafe and farm shop has opened in the Herefordshire countryside and it’s receiving brilliant reviews!
Photo Credit: Newton Court Cider A new restaurant, cafe, farm shop and tour hub has opened in Herefordshire and it’s certainly worth a visit. Newton Court has been in the Stephens family since 1991. Tom and Ann Stephens took the step of farming organically and also...
UK NEWS | Households will no longer have to pay to get rid of DIY waste following announcement from Environment Minister Rebecca Pow
Households will no longer have to pay to get rid of DIY waste, Environment Minister Rebecca Pow announced yesterday (Sunday 18 June). Following overwhelming public support, the Government will abolish the fees which some local authorities charge for disposing of DIY...