A decision is imminent on a planning application to turn a toilet block in Hereford into a micro distillery. A decision is set to be made in early July, with the consultation period now over. Previous article: A planning application has been submitted to Herefordshire...
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NEWS | Road closed with several vehicles involved in collision
The C1098 Bridge Sollars to Madley road is expected to be closed for a number of hours after up to six vehicles were involved in a collision. Emergency services including West Mercia Police and Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service are at the scene and...
NEWS | Man arrested for possession with intent to supply class A&B drugs
Gwent Police yesterday arrested a 37-year-old male for possession with intent to supply class A&B drugs in Abergavenny. A spokesperson for Gwent Police - Monmouthshire Officers said: "A 37-year old male was arrested yesterday evening in Abergavenny for possession...
NEWS | Broken down lorry causing delays on the A49 in Hereford
A broken down lorry is causing delays this morning on the A49 in Hereford. The lorry is blocking one lane heading into Hereford, on the A49 Ross Road, close to the Walnut Tree Avenue junction. Traffic is already building up in the area and it may be worth using an...
NEWS | Malta could be added to the UK’s travel ‘green list’ with update expected today
There could be good news for British holidaymakers later today, with Malta and The Balearics expected to be added to the UK's 'green travel list' later today. This would mean that anyone travelling to Malta and The Balearics wouldn't be required to quarantine on their...
NEWS | Collision on busy route in Herefordshire this morning
Emergency services are currently responding to a collision on a busy cut through route in Herefordshire. The incident has occurred on the Bridge Sollars Road, between Madley and the A438 (Brecon to Hereford) road. The road is currently blocked and motorists are...
NEWS | COVID-19 infection rates in Herefordshire are rising – CHECK YOUR AREA
COVID-19 infection rates in Herefordshire remain on the rise, with the majority (over 90%) of these cases being recorded as the Delta COVID-19 variant. Herefordshire’s infection rate did show signs of falling last week, but an increase in cases again lifted infection...
NEWS | Gloucestershire Constabulary becomes first police force to use DNA to tackle dog thefts
Gloucestershire Constabulary has become the first police force globally to use DNA to tackle dog thefts. The scheme known as DNA Protected uses a DNA marker system that has been developed for forensic analysis to help investigate criminal cases involving the theft of...
UK NEWS | M’Changa the elephant dies in incident at zoo
From Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm near Bristol: It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of one of our male African Elephants, M’Changa, who has passed away following an incident with one of our other elephants here at the zoo. Our dedicated team of Elephant keepers...
NEWS | West Mercia Police officer found guilty of manslaughter
A West Mercia Police officer has been found guilty of the manslaughter of former professional footballer Dalian Atkinson. PC Benjamin Monk tasered the former footballer for 33 seconds and kicked him in the head at least two times during a confrontation in August 2016....
NEWS | Hollie Guard app officially launched in Herefordshire with aim to keep people safe
Do your family and friends know how you are getting home? Hereford night time businesses and police have joined forces to raise awareness to the community to make sure that your friends and family know how you are getting home! A community initiative in Hereford, are...
BREAKING | Hereford Food Festival CANCELLED due to ongoing pandemic restrictions
A message from the organiser of the Hereford Food Festival: A personal note from Hereford Food Festival Director - Sophie Sherief I am devastated to announce that I have had no choice but to cancel The Hereford Food Festival for 2021. This was not something I wanted...
FEATURED | Four A&E Nurses from Hereford County Hospital to walk 26 miles across the Gower for Cancer Research
Four A&E nurses from Hereford County Hospital will be walking 26 miles around the coast of the Gower in South Wales, to help raises money for Cancer Research UK. Stacey, Cheryl, Sian and Jennie are four girls who love to care for others. In their free time one of...
WHAT’S ON? | Truckfest set to go ahead at Three Counties Showground
The two day Truckfest is set to go ahead at the Three Counties Showground in Malvern, with organisers announcing that tickets are available. Since 1983 Truckfest has been delivering a great day out and a fantastic family experience. Be amazed by Monster Trucks and...
NEWS | Petition launched to save sixth form at specialist school in Herefordshire
A petition has been launched following concerns that a sixth form could be closed at a specialist school in Herefordshire. Westfield School, provides specialist education for children aged between 2 & 19 in Leominster, but there are concerns that those wishing to...
NEWS | COVID-19 infection rates are rising in Herefordshire but remain lower than much of UK
COVID-19 infection rates in Herefordshire remain on the rise, with the majority (over 90%) of these cases being recorded as the Delta COVID-19 variant. Herefordshire's infection rate did show signs of falling last week, but an increase in cases again lifted infection...
NEWS | West Mercia Police are cracking down on illegal use of E-Scooters in Herefordshire
West Mercia Police officers are cracking down on the illegal use of E-Scooters through the force area, including here in Herefordshire. From West Mercia Police: Following a number of isolated incidents and complaints around the use of Electric Scooters West Mercia...
UK NEWS | Government announces more than 60,000 fans permitted to attend Euro 2020 semi-finals and final
Culture Secretary: “It promises to be an unforgettable moment in our national recovery”UEFA President: “I am grateful to the Prime Minister and the UK Government for their hard work in finalising these arrangements with us, to make the tournament final stages a great...
NEWS | Herefordshire Libraries new library card and Squirrel Club relaunches for children aged five and under
You’re never too young to join the library, and now there’s even more reason to visit your local library. Our reading mascots Squirrel and Hedgehog now feature on a new library card specially designed for our younger members.Children under- five can also join...
NEWS | You may receive an emergency alert on your phone today but there’s no need to worry
Emergency Alerts is a new service from the UK government. It’s expected to launch in summer 2021. Emergency alerts will warn you if there’s a danger to life nearby. In an emergency, your phone or tablet will receive an alert with advice about how to stay safe. If...