Officers are appealing for information after a collision between a car and a pedestrian in Hereford. Officers are appealing for information after a collision between a car and a pedestrian in Hereford. Around 11.30pm on Friday 3 September, it was reported that a black...
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NEWS | Fire crews from Hereford are responding to a fire in a field this afternoon
Fire crews from Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service are currently responding to a fire in a field, just off Hoarwithy Road in Hereford. Crews arrived at the scene about 30 minutes ago (4.15pm) and West Mercia Police have also sent officers to the...
IMPORTANT! | It’s time to apply for your child’s secondary school place
Herefordshire Council’s secondary school admissions process opens for applications from Monday 6 September Herefordshire Council’s admissions process for secondary school places for 2022 opens today for children who were born between 1 September 2010 and 31 August...
ON THIS DAY | The Sun Valley Fire in Hereford – 6th September 1993
IN MEMORY | The Sun Valley Fire - 6th September 1993. Firefighters John Davies from Leominster, 34, and David Morris from Hereford, 35, both died when they became trapped by a fallen ceiling at the factory. They will never be forgotten. Photos from the the Hereford...
NEWS | Create your own ‘bus-it list’ and experience more of Herefordshire says Councillor Harrington
FREE WEEKEND BUSES HERALDS CHANGES TO COUNTY TRANSPORT POLICY FREE weekend bus travel throughout Herefordshire has been welcomed by those advocating sustainable transport in the county. ‘At last a local authority that is travelling in the right direction,’...
NEWS | Fire crews quick actions prevent large fire involving gas cylinders and petrol cans spreading to houses
The quick actions of fire crews from Herefordshire (Kington and Kingsland) and Presteigne, prevented a large fire spreading to a number of houses yesterday. From Kington Fire Station: “A busy evening last night, helped by both Kingsland fire station and Presteigne...
NEWS | Roadworks on major routes in Herefordshire delayed due to material delivery issues
Roadworks on major routes in Herefordshire have been delayed due to material delivery issues. Balfour Beatty has provided an update on the Herefordshire Streets (@hfdsstreets) Twitter page this morning. Work that was due to take place today is now set to take place on...
NEWS | Visitors and residents urged to stop potential spread of African Swine Fever by not feeding Wild Boar
People visiting or living in the Forest of Dean are being reminded not to feed the wild boar or drop food to help prevent an outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF). Over 2.5 million people visit the Forest of Dean and with the large number of staycations this summer...
NEWS | Forty vehicles stopped in latest operation to crackdown on motoring offences
Officers checked 40 vehicles and made four arrests as part of the latest operation to crackdown on motoring offences. Operation Utah – a multi-agency day of action – is designed to identify and tackle road users putting other motorists at risk – either by driving...
NEWS | Appeal for information after teenager is followed by man
From Gloucestershire Constabulary: Police in Tewkesbury are appealing for witnesses after a teenage girl was followed by an unknown man during the early hours of this morning, (Friday 3 September). It was reported that a 16-year-old girl and her friend were walking...
NEWS | Hereford based company appeals for information after theft of aluminium
Do you recognise this man or vehicle? We’ve received a message this morning from Numachine Ltd who are based at Unit 4 and 5 on Rotherwas Industrial estate. They say that this person has stolen aluminium that they sell and give to charity. Anyone with any information...
NEWS | September Scorcher – Highs of 28c possible in Herefordshire!
After let’s be honest, a fairly drab and dull August with average temperatures, you can be forgiven for turning the heating on during recent nights, however things are about to change, so don’t put your summer clothes away just yet! Over the next few days, sunshine is...
NEWS | Hereford duo attempt to complete the Three Peaks Challenge in 24 hours
We have received the below message from Amanda Cooke. Hi folks! On the 18th & 19th September 2021.My fiancé Barrie who is an ex rugby player and my best friend Heidi who is an amazing Veterinary nurse will be attempting the 3 peaks challenge within 24 hours!!!...
NEWS | A power cut is affecting 713 properties in the Hereford (HR1) area this morning
A power cut is affecting a number of properties in the Hereford (HR1) area this morning. A total of 713 properties are believed to be affected. Western Power Distribution have posted the following update on their website:...
NEWS | Bus travel is now FREE at weekends in Herefordshire – ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW
Beginning today (Saturday 4th September), the council is pleased to announce that all bus travel within Herefordshire will be free at weekends. Thanks to investment as part of the Covid-19 Recovery Fund, anybody and everybody will be able to hop on and off any bus in...
NEWS | Owners of The Orange Tree announce that the pub will be closed this weekend due to ongoing issues
The Orange Tree in Hereford will remain closed this weekend, with the pub posting a short update on its Facebook page this evening. A post on The Orange Tree’s Facebook page said: “The pub will be closed this weekend due to the same ongoing issues.” The owners of the...
NEWS | Protesters take to Greyfriars Bridge in Hereford during evening rush hour
A group of protesters took to Greyfriars Bridge in Hereford during the evening rush hour, with several placards placed along the pathway. The protesters held placards questioning whether the public can trust the media and other anti-vaccination comments, with one...
NEWS | Police couldn’t believe the condition of this vehicle that they pulled over on the motorway
West Mercia Police officers couldn’t believe the condition of a vehicle they pulled over on the M5 in Worcestershire yesterday. The driver told officers that he was driving back to Wales. Officers said that the passengers side wing was flapping which obviously caused...
NEWS | Several roads in Herefordshire will be closed this weekend for Cheltenham Motor Club Special Stage Rally
Several roads in Herefordshire will be closed this weekend, with the Cheltenham Motor Club Special Stage Rally taking place. The closures include a closure in the centre of Ledbury, with the High Street closed between Top Cross and Bye Street between the hours of...
NEWS | Hereford bar will be closed this weekend due to staff shortages
A Hereford bar will be closed this weekend due to staff shortages. A notice on the door of Gordon Bennetts bar in Hereford says that the venue will be closed this weekend due to staff shortages, with them hoping to be able to reopen on Monday. A post on the Gordon...