Motorists are advised to plan ahead, with a major route closed this morning following a serious collision involving a lorry. The M5 in Worcestershire remains closed northbound between J6 (Worcester) and J5 (Droitwich) this morning due to a collision involving an...
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NEWS | A major route is closed tonight as emergency services respond to an overturned vehicleÂ
A major route is closed tonight with emergency services responding to a serious collision. A vehicle has overturned on the M5, between junction 5 and 6 in Worcestershire. The road is closed in the northbound direction. West Mercia Police and West Midlands Ambulance...
NEWS | A man has been jailed for life with a minimum sentence of 24 years after subjecting children to years of repeated sexual abuse
A man subjected three young victims to years of repeated sexual abuse, making them believe his behaviour was normal to continue his crimes, a court has heard. Matthew Aldridge, aged 56, from Knighton in Powys has been found guilty of 27 sexual offences, including rape...
FOOTBALL | RNC Hereford kicks off European Blind Football League season with a bang
The Royal National College for the Blind’s (RNC) Football Team started their European Blind Football League (EBFL) 2023/24 campaign with a convincing 8-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund in the opening tournament held in Greece. The team, hosted by Pirsos Thessaloniki,...
BREAKING | Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a woman was stabbed and a major manhunt was launched in Aberfan in South WalesÂ
A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a major incident in South Wales. The incident occurred in Aberfan, with schools put into lockdown and a major manhunt launched. Local residents quickly stated that a women had been stabbed in an...
NEWS | There could be a 20mph limit, speed humps and other traffic calming measures on Grandstand Road in Hereford if housing development gets the go-aheadÂ
Google Street View - Image Date - August 2023 There could be a new cycle lane and traffic calming measures along Grandstand Road and Yazor Road, as well as improvements to infrastructure on Whitecross Roundabout and along Three Elms Road, if plans to build 350 new...
BREAKING | 29-year-old woman stabbed and suspect on the run with schools placed into lockdown in Aberfan, South Wales
Armed officers have been called and schools are in lockdown after a major incident in South Wales this morning. South Wales Police are the scene of a major incident in Aberfan. Armed officers are also in attendance with South Wales Police saying it is responding...
BREAKING | Armed officers called and schools in lockdown after major incident in South Wales this morningÂ
Armed officers have been called and schools are in lockdown after a major incident in South Wales this morning. South Wales Police are the scene of a major incident in Aberfan. Armed officers are also in attendance with South Wales Police saying it is responding...
NEWS | RAC criticises fuel companies and retailers for not passing on savings quick enough at forecourts
The average price of petrol fell by 7.5p a litre in November to 146.95p, but data from RAC Fuel Watch* shows that drivers are still paying 10p more than they should be and are far from getting a fair price on the forecourt despite recent government intervention....
NEWS | A popular Herefordshire Festival has confirmed that it will host its final ever festival in 2024
A popular Herefordshire festival has announced that it will host its final ever festival in 2024. Nozstock announced the following update on its social media pages this morning. A very important update from the farm. The Last Ever Nozstock. 2024 will mark 26 years of...
HELP! | Can you help Hereford and Worcester Animal Rescue find a loving homes for these two beautiful puppies?
Holly & Eve - Crossbreed - 11 weeks Little Christmas crackers - Holly and Eve. From Hereford and Worcester Animal Rescue: “These two sisters recently joined HWAR and are starting their exciting journeys to find their forever families. “We have chosen...
NEWS | More than 500 new homes, a country park and a sports pitch could be built on land in the South Wye area of Hereford by housing developer Bloor Homes
Up to 540 new homes could be built on the outskirts of Hereford, alongside plans for a new country park, employment lane and a sports pitch. The development, in the Lower Bullingham area of Hereford, is likely to be much smaller than the previous plans for more than...
FEATURED | This sensational property on the outskirts of Hereford with a heated swimming pool, billiards room and extensive outdoor space is available to purchaseÂ
A Sensational Family Home, with the Detached 1930s Original Property transformed by a new wing addition creating a luxurious home with 5 double bedrooms, 4 ensuites and boasting wonderful living space interconnectivity, all privately set on 1 full acre at the City’s...
NEWS | A brand new pub is set to open in Herefordshire – but entry will not be permitted to anyone wearing hoodies, workwear and football shirts!
The Quarters, a brand new pub in Leominster, is set to open in the former Ducker Bar. The pub will open its doors on Saturday 9th December. A post shared by The Quarters - Leominster said: “You may have heard rumours. Yes it’s true! “We will be implementing a...
URGENT APPEAL! | West Mercia Police launch urgent appeal to help find a missing 15-year-old girl who was last seen on Saturday
West Mercia Police have launched a missing persons appeal to help find a 15-year-old girl who was last seen on Saturday. 15-year-old Calibra Horobas went missing from Ludlow Saturday morning (2 December) Calibra is described as a 5ft tall with shoulder length dark...
HORSE RACING | Book your tickets for the Cheltenham Festival by midnight tonight and save up to 30% off the standard priceÂ
Off to the Cheltenham Festival in March 2024? Yet to purchase your tickets? Well, if you purchase your tickets by midnight tonight (Monday 4th December) - you’ll save up to 30% off the standard price. Here the roar of Cheltenham first hand by being there....
NEWS | A new diagnostic system which uses Artificial Intelligence to help doctors make quick decisions after a patient has had a stroke has been used for the first time at Hereford County Hospital
A new diagnostic system which uses Artificial Intelligence to help doctors make quick decisions after a patient has had a stroke has been used for the first time at Hereford County Hospital. The new RapidAI software, which analyses brain images of stroke patients to...
FLOODING | Latest road closures and flood alerts as Herefordshire hit by further heavy rainfallÂ
There are a number of flood alerts in force across Herefordshire, with rivers rising following heavy rainfall. The flood alerts are in place on the River Lugg, River Leadon Catchment and River Frome. River Lugg: Locations that may be affected include Yarpole,...
FEATURED | Holme Lacy College Blacksmithing students win prestigious awards and staff are crowned ‘International Champions 2023’
It has been an incredible year for staff and students at Holme Lacy College in Herefordshire, particularly for the Blacksmithing curriculum area, who have cleaned up at this year's Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths awards luncheon in London. The Worshipful Company of...
BREAKING | A woman has been rescued from floodwater in Hereford this morningÂ
A woman has been rescued from floodwater in Hereford this morning. The woman was rescued from floodwater in the Bullingham Lane (South Wye) area of the city. Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews are understood to have carried out the...