Royal Mail have provided an update on Christmas post dates and deliveries, with further strike action set to cause significant disruption this month. From Royal Mail: “The CWU has formally notified Royal Mail they plan to call on their members who collect, sort and...
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NEWS | Police urge victims to come forward after a series of incidents in a Herefordshire villageÂ
West Mercia Police officers in Herefordshire are urging witnesses to come forward following reports of a number of incidents in a Herefordshire village. Police have reported a number of thefts in the Weobley area and are in the process of contacting and speaking to...
NEWS | Body found by rescue teams searching for a missing 72-year-old man
A body has been found by rescue teams searching for a missing 72-year-old man in the Worcester area. West Mercia Police worked alongside other members of the emergency services over the weekend. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “Sadly officers searching for...
NEWS | Hereford pub confirms it will no longer open on a Monday due to a lack of tradeÂ
A Hereford pub has confirmed that it has taken the decision to no longer open on a Monday due to a fall in trade. The owners of the Volunteer pub on Harold Street in Hereford shared the following message on social media on Monday. “We have made the decicion, like many...
NEWS | Officers growing increasingly concerned for the welfare of a man last seen in a Hereford bookiesÂ
Officers have new information to share on Hereford man, Shane McGinlay, who was reported missing on Wednesday 30 November. We now have more recent sightings of Shane between the hours of 12.30-2.30pm on Tuesday 22, Wednesday 23 and Thursday 24 November in Bet Fred,...
NEWS | Herefordshire Council’s masterplan for Hereford revealed with plans for more cycle routes and reducing carbon emissions
Press Release from Herefordshire Council: Hereford is a vibrant, attractive city, with a rich history and thriving local economy. But there are challenges we need to address for the city to continue to thrive in the future. Hereford can be difficult to get into and...
NEWS | Hospital wards closed as Norovirus outbreak confirmed in HerefordshireÂ
Wye Valley NHS Trust has confirmed that wards are currently closed at Leominster Community Hospital following an outbreak of Norovirus. In a post on social media, Wye Valley NHS Trust said: “Wards at Leominster Community Hospital have been closed to visitors following...
NEWS | Hereford Academy to Provide Festive Lunch Treat for All Pupils
On Thursday 15 December, more than 600 pupils at the Hereford Academy will get a truly fantastic, free festive treat as they all get to sit down and enjoy a traditional Christmas Lunch together. The school, which is on Marlbrook...
NEWS | Fuel prices fall in November but drivers denied bigger reductions as supermarkets cling on to excessive margins
Despite the average price of petrol and diesel falling by 6p a litre in November, data from RAC Fuel Watch* shows that the reductions on the country’s forecourts should have been at least twice that. Unleaded came down from 165.96p to 159.88p while diesel...
NEWS | An 18-year-old woman has been arrested after two people died and several were injured in a collision on Friday
A second person has died following yesterday's fatal collision on the B4425 at Riversmeet North near Aldsworth in Gloucestershire. The four vehicle collision, which involved a grey Mini Cooper, black Audi A3, grey Polestar 2 and a black Seat Leon, happened shortly...
FOOTBALL | Pressure grows on Gowling as Bulls beaten; Hereford Lads Club win five goal thriller and Westfields return to winning ways with a comfortable victoryÂ
Pressure is growing on Hereford FC manager Josh Gowling after a poor run of results continued with a 2-1 defeat at Kings Lynn. The Bulls took an early lead thanks to a goal from Tyrone Barnett, but two goals in response from the hosts saw them take the three points....
NEWS | Police appeal after animal faeces were thrown over cars in a Herefordshire village
West Mercia Police are appealing for witnesses following an incident in a Herefordshire village. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “Today we have been informed that over the last week there has been 2 incidents whereby items such as: Cat Litter, Animal...
NEWS | Cllr John Harrington reveals Herefordshire Council’s Hereford Masterplan aimed at reducing emissions and encouraging walking and cycling
Press Release from Herefordshire Council: Hereford is a vibrant, attractive city, with a rich history and thriving local economy. But there are challenges we need to address for the city to continue to thrive in the future. Hereford can be difficult to get into and...
NEWS | Police share update following recent sightings of a missing man from Hereford
Officers have new information to share on Hereford man, Shane McGinlay, who was reported missing on Wednesday 30 November. From West Mercia Police: “We now have more recent sightings of Shane between the hours of 12.30-2.30pm on Tuesday 22, Wednesday 23 and Thursday...
NEWS | Shocking figures show that a third of Herefordshire households are living in fuel poverty
Today is Fuel Poverty Awareness Day, and as more households across the county are struggling to pay their energy bills, Herefordshire Council remind residents that there is local support available Energy prices have risen by unprecedented levels this year, and for...
NEWS | West Mercia Police tackle violence against women and girls in Herefordshire
West Mercia Police is tackling male violence against women and girls by extending their safer streets initiative into a Christmas and New Year campaign. CAPTION: L-R Inspector Julie Watson and Superintendent Edd Williams in Hereford Town centre ahead of the Safer...
NEWS | Working with the community: Connexus, Shropshire Homes and Herefordshire Council deliver safer drop-off times for Orleton Primary School
Connexus and Shropshire Homes have completed the first phase of a new affordable housing development in Orleton, Herefordshire. Alongside new homes available for social rent, shared ownership and open market purchase, Connexus has worked with Herefordshire Council...
NEWS | Timings revealed for Christmas Tractor Road Run that will pass through Hereford later this month
The timings have been revealed for the Christmas Tractor Road Run that will pass through Hereford later this month. Hamish Grundy, one of the organisers of the event that will take place on Wednesday 21st December said: “Hi all, the sleigh is nearing completion and we...
NEWS | Local lorry driver turns hero after collision on a Midlands motorway
A Herefordshire lorry driver was the hero after witnessing a collision on the M42 motorway in the Midlands. The incident involved a car, that had two children in the back and their two parents in the front and a lorry. The collision occurred on Thursday evening. Craig...
NEWS | Herefordshire Council reveals more information about proposed £10 million Transport Hub in Hereford City Â
Herefordshire Council is inviting residents, commuters, students, workers and visitors to have their say on the design proposals for the new transport hub at Hereford railway station. Promising to offer a more attractive environment for visitors and commuters, the new...