West Mercia Police officers are currently responding to an incident in Bromyard. Local residents have reported seeing a large police presence in the Dry Thistle Close area of the town. The road is currently blocked and motorists are advised to avoid the area for the...
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UK NEWS | 14-year-old boy charged with murder after 53-year-old man stabbed to death outside a supermarket
Officers investigating the death of Ian Kirwan in Redditch have charged a youth with his murder. A 14-year-old male has been charged with murder and remanded in custody to appear at Kidderminster Magistrates' Court on Friday 11 March. The charge relates to an incident...
NEWS | Police officer sacked after entering premium radio competitions and costing taxpayer more than £250
An accelerated misconduct hearing for PC Oliver Dines was held on Tuesday 8 March resulting in the officer being dismissed without notice. The hearing, chaired by Chief Constable Pippa Mills, heard that student officer PC Dines had used his work mobile phone on...
NEWS | Latest updates after a body was discovered in the River Wye near Ross-on-Wye earlier today
West Mercia Police, West Midlands Ambulance Service and Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service have spent the afternoon at Backney Bridge on the River Wye near Ross-on-Wye after a body was discovered there this morning. Emergency services were called just...
NEWS | Delays on Eign Street and Whitecross Road as drivers queue for fuel at Sainsbury’s this afternoon
There has been a huge queue at Sainsbury's in Hereford this afternoon as petrol stations in the county struggle to keep up with demand, especially for Diesel. There is no national shortage of fuel and drivers are advised to remain patient. With prices rising daily,...
NEWS | Councillor defers decision to introduce car parking charges in Kington in light of public opinion
Councillor defers decision in light of public opinion Following a public meeting last week, where Councillor John Harrington listened to the concerns of the community, a decision to introduce car parking charges in Kington has been deferred until a full transport...
UK NEWS | Chelsea FC has been granted a licence to continue operating following sanctioning of owner Roman Abramovich
Chelsea FC owner’s assets frozen as part of tough action against Putin regimeUnder a new licence the club can continue to operate to fulfil its fixturesGovernment wants to protect football pyramid, fans and other clubs The licence will allow the club to run a number...
NEWS | The Country Food trust hold an event in the county
The Country Food Trust held an event at Eastnor Castle on Thursday 24th February to talk about their future aims to work with those in Herefordshire and Shropshire, delivering nutritious, game-based meals to people in need in the area. With the help of Herefordshire’s...
NEWS | Appeal after a dog went missing in Dinmore area of Herefordshire this morning
A dog owner has issued an appeal after a Black Cocker Spaniel went missing in the Dinmore area of Herefordshire this morning. Anyone with any information is asked to call Ajay on 07479963728.
NEWS | West Midlands Ambulance Service confirm body of a person has been found in the River Wye
West Midlands Ambulance Service have confirmed that the body of a person has been found in the River Wye this morning. A spokesperson for West Midlands Ambulance Service told Your Herefordshire: “We were called by the fire service at 10.41am this morning following...
NEWS | West Mercia Police comment following reports of a body being found in the River Wye
West Mercia Police have responded to reports that a body has been discovered in the River Wye between Hereford and Ross-on-Wye this morning. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police told Your Herefordshire: “We were called to the River Wye in Neatherton at around 10.10am...
BREAKING NEWS | Emergency services called to reports of a body in the River Wye in Herefordshire
Emergency services are currently in attendance at an incident next to the River Wye at Backney Bridge, near Ross-on-Wye. West Mercia Police, West Midlands Ambulance Service and Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service are all in attendance. A spokesperson for...
NEWS | By-election taking place in Bromyard West today – ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW
Herefordshire Council - Bromyard West Ward Election Polling Stations in Use: Bromyard Methodist Church Hall(Main Hall)20 New RoadBromyardHR7 4AJ Bromyard Public HallRowberry StreetBromyardHR7 4DZ Candidates: Clare Davies - Independent Nick Ferguson - Indepedent Mark...
NEWS | A section of Whitecross Road in Hereford will be closed on Sunday for roadworks
The A438 (Whitecross Road) in Hereford will be closed for 1 day between the hours of 6pm - 10pm due to roadworks. Welsh Water will be carrying out work between Plough Lane and Holmer Street. Access will be made available for residents only. Diversion show in tweet...
NEWS | Police issue appeal after suspicious activity was reported in a number of villages in Herefordshire
West Mercia Police have issued an appeal to residents in the South Wye / South Herefordshire area after suspicious activity was reported in a number of villages. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: "Suspicious Activity was reported in the area of Garway,...
NEWS | Abramovich and Deripaska among seven Oligarchs targeted in estimated £15bn sanction hit by UK Government
Owner of Chelsea FC sees his assets frozen, a prohibition on transactions with UK individuals and businesses, a travel ban and transport sanctions imposed.Abramovich’s one time business partner, leading industrialist Oleg Deripaska, also sanctioned with the same...
NEWS | Diesel prices approach £2 per litre in parts of Herefordshire as fuel prices continue to soar
Diesel prices are approaching £2 per litre in parts of Herefordshire with fuel prices continuing to soar. Prices vary depending on which area of the county you are living in, but prices in Hereford city tend to be slightly lower than the surrounding areas due to the...
NEWS | Police appeal for witnesses after reports of stones being thrown at cars in Hereford
West Mercia Police are appealing to residents in the South Wye area of the city after receiving reports of stones being thrown at cars in the area. The report came in on the 4th February, with a member of the public reporting that somebody was throwing stones at...
NEWS | Natural England and Environment Agency launch joint legal action in response to River Lugg damage
Natural England and the Environment Agency have announced today they are beginning legal action against a landowner for damage to a protected area of the River Lugg in Herefordshire. This follows a joint Natural England and Environment Agency in-depth investigation...
NEWS | Owners of new Fish Bar & Deli in Hereford are excited to bring a completely new food scene to the city
The owners of a new fish bar and deli in Hereford are excited to bring a completely new food scene to the city when they open their doors for the first time in April. Taverna Fish Bar & Deli will open on Bridge Street in Hereford, in the former Fancy Dress store....