Two Herefordshire schools have been forced to close today, due to a burst water main affecting water supplies. Fairfield High School and Peterchurch Primary School are both closed today, due to a burst water main affecting water supplies at both schools. A...
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COMMUNITY | Hereford Care Homes Bring Festive Joy to Arrow Ward at Hereford County Hospital
In the true spirit of giving, Hampton Grange and Gwen Walford Care Homes came together to spread joy this festive season by donating a 7ft artificial Christmas tree to Arrow Ward, a respiratory unit at Hereford County Hospital. Lifestyle Coordinator Nicky Thomas and...
CHARITY | Wye Valley Runners donate £2,000 to St Michael’s Hospice following revival of the popular Crocodile 8 race
Hereford Running Club Wye Valley Runners has donated £2,000 to St Michael's Hospice following a year of fundraising to celebrate the club's 40th birthday. Club Chair Paddy Nugent said: “We wanted our big birthday to have a lasting impact on the community we...
NEWS | Major route in Hereford set to be closed through the day and overnight in January with motorists advised to plan their journeys and to expect disruptionÂ
Motorists are advised to expect disruption with a major route in Hereford set to be closed in January. The closure will be in force on the A4103 (Roman Road) in Hereford, with the road closed Eastbound from the Starting Gate roundabout to Green Wilding Road. The road...
NEWS | Police ask anyone who noticed suspicious behaviour in Leominster to contact them after an incident occurred in the market townÂ
West Mercia Police officers are appealing for members of the public to report any suspicious behaviour following an incident that occurred in the market town. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police (Leominster Safer Neighbourhood Team) said: “Overnight on the 5th...
NEWS | One person unaccounted for after major incident declared following explosion and fire in South WalesÂ
One person remains unaccounted for after a major incident was declared following an explosion and a large fire in Treforest, South Wales. Following the large fire at a property on Severn Road, Treforest in Rhondda Cynon Taff the following roads remain closed into...
NEWS | Fire crews were called after a hearse caught fire when carrying a coffin to a funeralÂ
Fire crews were called after a hearse caught fire when carrying a coffin to a funeral. The incident occurred in Church Stretton in Shropshire. A spokesperson for Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service (Church Stretton Fire Station) said: “Church Stretton Station attended...
BREAKING | South Wales Police say that they are dealing with a ‘major incident’ this evening with reports of a large explosion
South Wales Police say that they are dealing with a major incident this evening. A spokesperson for South Wales Police said: We are at the scene of a serious incident on Severn Road, Treforest. The roads around the area of Treforest Industrial Estate are...
FEATURED | A brand new farm shop and cafe that is located in two beautifully refurbished train carriages is set to open in Herefordshire in Spring 2024!
A new and exciting addition is coming to Whitestone Business Park, as allpay Ltd proudly unveils its latest venture, The Sidings – a farm shop and cafe that promises to be a delightful culinary destination like no other. As a sister establishment to the renowned...
NEWS | Work has started to refurbish the former Iceland unit on Eign Gate in Hereford with a new store set to open early next year
Work has started to refurbish the former Iceland unit on Eign Gate in Hereford, with St Michael’s Hospice understood to be opening a shop in the centre of the city in the New Year. The following is a press release shared by St Michael’s Hospice earlier this year. Each...
NEWS | Hereford FC players and staff bring cheer to Hereford County Hospital’s Children’s Ward
On Friday the Bulls visited the Children’s Ward at Hereford County Hospital. Santa was joined by Manager, Paul Caddis and players; Andy Williams, Paul Downing and Mark Derricott who had taken a break from the pitch to spread some holiday cheer at the local children’s...
NEWS | Thousands of people in Herefordshire could be eligible for a Blue Light Card saving you money at Asda, EE, Halfords, Odeon, New Look, JDs, The Courtyard and many other businesses
30 organisations across the United Kingdom are signed up to the Blue Light Card scheme where staff members are entitled to discounts at a large number of shops and restaurants, as well as other businesses. Discounts are available both online and on the high street....
NEWS | A number of roads in Herefordshire are affected by flooding this afternoon with levels peaking on the River Wye but remaining very high on the River Lugg
A number of roads in Herefordshire are affected by flooding this afternoon, with levels peaking on the River Wye in Hereford, but river levels remaining very high on the River Lugg south of Leominster. A number of roads near the River Lugg are closed due to flooding,...
FOOTBALL | Hereford Pegasus continue strong run of form to rise up to 4th in the Hellenic League Premier Division
Pegasus entertained fifth placed Highworth Town at the KGD Stadium in a uhlsport Hellenic League Premier Division fixture seeking to avenge a 3-1 away defeat earlier in the season. The hosts were two goals to the good at the half time interval, despite being reduced...
FEATURED | Alpine ski-lift with snow machine, 7-foot Nutcrackers to find, plus sensational Christmas music will create a magical Christmas feel in Hereford city centre this weekend
Alpine ski-lift with snow machine, 7-foot Nutcrackers to find, plus sensational Christmas music to create a magical Christmas feel all in Hereford City Centre. Shoppers can enjoy Free Parking from 4 pm on Wednesday, 13th and 20th of December and the Hereford City Life...
NEWS | The families of three teenage men who died in a road traffic collision on Monday have paid tribute to them
The families of the three teenage men who died following a road traffic collision which happened at around 7.00pm on Monday December 11, 2023, have paid the following tributes to them. The family of Jesse Owen, 18, from Penygraig, Rhondda Cynon Taff, said: “Jesse had...
NEWS | Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service Animal Rescue Team hell to rescue a cow that had fallen into a pit that was full of wasteÂ
The Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service Animal Rescue Team have managed  to rescue a cow that had fallen into a pit full of waste. A spokesperson for Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service said: “A mucky afternoon for the large animal...
NEWS | Warning to people walking in the countryside after nails and tacks were found on footpaths
Officers are asking those walking in the Clanna area of Lydney, the Forest of Dean to be alert as nails and tacks have been found on footpaths and bridleways. The nails and tacks were first found at Clanna Weir Mill on the afternoon of Saturday 25 November and a...
NEWS | A newly-launched drink-driving campaign is being rolled out across Herefordshire and Worcestershire after gaining widespread support
A newly-launched drink-driving campaign is being rolled out across Herefordshire and Worcestershire after gaining widespread support. Called 'The Only One for the Road', the campaign is being fronted by premium water brand Wenlock Spring in conjunction with West...
NEWS | A brand new shop called ‘Homestore’ has opened in High Town in Hereford!
A brand new shop called ‘Homestore’ has opened in High Town in Hereford. The store, located in the centre of High Town, opened this week. It has plenty of household goods, including kitchen items, Christmas decorations, bedding and much more. It also has a selection...