THE Welsh Ambulance Service is appealing for information after items were stolen from an emergency ambulance as the crew treated a patient. The theft took place in Tan-Y-Bryn, Rhymney, Caerphilly, between 11.55pm last Thursday 28 October and 1.00am on Friday 29...
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NEWS | Diesel prices continue to rise in Herefordshire with prices now hitting £1.50 per litre in some parts
Diesel prices continue to rise in Herefordshire and across the rest of the United Kingdom, with prices now above £1.50 per litre in some parts of Herefordshire. Prices have continued to rise over recent months, with petrol and diesel recently reaching an all time high...
NEWS | Resident fined for fly-tipping in Herefordshire
Guilty plea after Herefordshire Council enforcement officers investigate fly tipping in the countryside Nicola Sheehan pleaded guilty to a breach of the Environmental Protection Act at a hearing held at Hereford Magistrates Court in October. Sheehan was fined £120 and...
NEWS | Classic FM to host ‘Pet Classics’ show this evening to keep pets and owners calm during fireworks
Charlotte Hawkins presents Classic FM’s Pet Classics – a show dedicated to keeping you and your pet relaxed during fireworks season. Join Classic FM for two special programmes from 6pm to 10pm on Friday 5 November and Saturday 6 November, when firework season is...
FEATURED | Everything you need to know about the new Amazing Asia restaurant that opens on Monday at Old Market in Hereford
It's almost time! The Amazing Asia Indian and Thai Buffet Restaurant will open its doors for the first time on Monday, with special guests such as the Mayor of Hereford attending. With over 15 years experience, the owners are now introducing a Thai & Indian Buffet...
NEWS | Man arrested on suspicion of sending malicious communications in Hereford
A man was arrested on Wednesday evening on suspicion of public order offences and sending malicious communications. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: "Around 10pm on Wednesday (3 November) officers received a report concerned for the safety of a man in...
NEWS | Town council issues warning over concern for safety of historic 17th century listed building
Ledbury Town Council has issued a warning over a concern for safety of a historic 17th century listed building after youths were seen climbing up beams to jump off the side of the building. A spokesperson for Ledbury Town Council said: "Ledbury Town Council feel it...
NEWS | Man ordered to pay almost £11,000 for fishing for eels illegally
Phillip Croker, of The Oval, Gloucester, was caught fishing for elvers – baby eels – at Oldbury tidal sluice, on the tidal River Severn, on 14 March 2019. The case was heard at Cheltenham Magistrates’ Court on 28 October 2021, when the 60-year-old was ordered to pay...
NEWS | The number of patients with COVID-19 at hospital in Herefordshire has increased with visiting now suspended on most wards
Latest data released by NHS England has indicated a rise in the number of patients with COVID-19 at hospital in Herefordshire (Wye Valley NHS Trust). Data shows that on the 2nd November, a total of 34 patients at hospital in the county had COVID-19, an increase of...
NEWS | Local artist using thermal imaging to help find missing cat in Hereford
Nuala Hussey lost her cat Poppy mid-October and has been using a thermal imaging camera to aid her search around Hereford. Originally, after searching in the day time Nuala would also search in the dark with a torch, because cats eyes are very reflective in the dark....
NEWS | Vigil to take place in Hereford on Saturday to demand action on Climate Change
On 6 November 2021, as world leaders meet in Glasgow for the COP26 Global Climate Summit, towns and cities across the world will take to the streets demanding global climate justice. Organisers say that Hereford’s vigil will take place at midday, with an information...
NEWS | Police investigate incident where trees were cut down by youths in Hereford
From Hereford Cops: South Wye SNT are investigating an incident that is believed to have taken place on the evening of Friday 22nd October 2021 at around 19:45hrs. It is reported that youths were cutting down the trees of Newton Farm Skate park, Hereford. The damaged...
NEWS | 61-year-old man arrested in Hereford after police helicopter called in to support with search yesterday evening
A man has been arrested after police responded to an incident in Hereford yesterday evening. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police: “Around 10pm yesterday (Wednesday 3 November) officers received a report concerned for the safety of a man in Hereford.“Officers...
NEWS | West Mercia Police provide update on protest at Three Counties Showground in Malvern
West Mercia Police have provided an update on the ongoing protest at the Three Counties Showground in Malvern. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “West Mercia Police is aware of a protest taking place at entrances to the Three Counties Showground in Malvern....
WHAT’S ON | Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market opens today
It’s been nearly two years since the smell of schnitzel, bratwurst and gluhwein filled the city centre, but Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market is back this year and opens today (4 November 2021). The internationally-renowned festive attraction, with its...
NEWS | Residents share concerns over plans to build up to 350 houses on the outskirts of Hereford
Local residents have shared their concerns over plans to build up to 350 new houses on the outskirts of Hereford. From the North East Quarter at Three Elms Website: "In September 2016, the Church Commissioners for England submitted an outline planning application for...
NEWS | Wye Valley NHS Trust suspends visiting on most wards due to rising numbers of COVID-19 cases
Due to rising numbers of COVID-19 cases in the county, Wye Valley NHS Trust has taken the decision to suspend visiting on most of its wards. With a few exceptions, the tighter visiting restrictions come into play today, Wednesday, November 3, to help protect patients...
NEWS | Three Counties Showground Vaccination Centre ‘Open and not blocked’ confirm Extinction Rebellion
The Three Counties Showground Vaccination Centre is ‘open and not blocked’, Extinction Rebellion have confirmed in a message to Your Herefordshire this morning. A number of local residents approached us asking whether the entrance to the vaccination centre had been...
VIDEO | John Lewis and Partners release Christmas Advert for 2021 – ‘Unexpected Guest’
Today at 6.30am, John Lewis launched its 2021 Christmas advertising campaign. The two minute advert, entitled ‘Unexpected Guest’, is a joyful story of friendship, which celebrates the magic of Christmas moments experienced for the first time. The ad will first air on...
NEWS | Police helicopter searches for driver who fled from collision in Ledbury – MORE DETAILS
West Mercia Police have confirmed that the police helicopter was called in to search for a person who had fled the scene of a collision in Ledbury yesterday evening. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: "Around 9.30pm yesterday (Wednesday 3 November) officers...