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PC Ian Minett, aged 38, tragically collapsed and died on 21 June while he was working on night duty for Gloucestershire Constabulary. His family has released the following statement: "From a very young age it was Ian's ambition to become a police officer. He joined...
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews were called to an incident earlier today where a vehicle had crashed into a wall. The incident occurred in Malvern, with a crew from Malvern Fire Station called to the scene. A spokesperson for Hereford &...
A group of travellers have just arrived and set up camp on a field in Hereford. The group has arrived, with a number of caravans and vehicles this afternoon. Local residents said that the travellers gained access to the field via Grandison Rise. Grandison Rise is...
Motorists are being advised to plan ahead, with a bridge that is used by thousands of motorists daily in Herefordshire, set to close for six weeks. Mordiford Bridge will be closed for six weeks, from 21st July. The closure will be in place 24 hours a day. This closure...
Police have confirmed that a body has been recovered from the River Wye. Dyfed-Powys Police received a report concerning the safety of a man who was last seen swimming in the River Wye, Glasbury. Following a multi-agency search on July 1, sadly, we can confirm the...
A Council has issued a statement on the unauthorised encampment by travellers on a popular park. STATEMENT ON ILLEGAL ENCAMPMENT AT VICTORIA PARK Malvern Town Council would like to apologise to local residents for the inconvenience caused by the unauthorised...
Can you help find a snake that has escaped in Leominster today? The snake, which is described as orange in colour, was last seen in the Broad Street area of Leominster. A post on social media said: “Has anyone found an orange snake. Missing from Broad Street. Thanks.”...
The date that a local bank will close its doors for the final time has been confirmed. Lloyds Banking Group has confirmed that its branch in Corn Square in Leominster will close for the final time on 3rd March 2026. The loss of another bank in Leominster will be felt...
Investigation into a collision between a passenger train and an agricultural trailer at Nordan Farm user worked level crossing, near Leominster, Herefordshire. From the Rail Accident Investigation Branch: At around 10:37 on 22 May 2025, the 08:30 Transport for Wales...
In Memory of Aaron smith (Smiler) who has sadly passed away. Aaron’s funeral will be held on Tuesday 15th July at 9.30am at Hereford Crematorium. Followed by The Welsh Club for his wake. GoFundMe page launched by friend of Aaron: “So many people know Smiler and...
Looking for something to do with the kids this summer? Aztec Adventure has plenty to keep them occupied! With adventure activities, adventure courses and group adventures on and around their lakes at Upton Warren and Lower Moor, plus a purpose built...
The footballing world is in shock this morning, following news that Liverpool FC and Portugal star Diogo Jota and his brother have died in a car crash. A statement released by Liverpool FC said: Liverpool Football Club are devastated by the tragic passing of Diogo...
The footballing world is in shock this morning, following news that Liverpool FC and Portugal star Diogo Jota has died in a car crash. Liverpool FC striker Diogo Jota has died in a car crash in northwestern Spain, Portuguese media have reported. Diogo Jota married his...
An earthquake has hit parts of Herefordshire and the Welsh borders overnight. The earthquake, centred at Knucklas in Powys, just over the border in Wales, registered 2.5 on the Richter scale. People in the Knighton, Presteigne and Leintwardine areas are most likely to...
Molly Lilian Field (nee Cole) Sadly died on 25th June 2025 aged 91 years. Dearly loved wife of the late (Geoffrey) “Chippy” Field. Much loved Aunt, Great Aunt and Great Great Aunt and friend to many. Long term employee of HP Bulmer Ltd. Loved by all who knew...
Did you know that you can purchase a parking permit, to use at both Queenswood Country Park and Bodenham Lake Nature Reserve, for just £65 a year? If you’re a regular visitor at either, or both locations, then this is a great way to save money, as well as time paying...
Artists’ collective Artlandish has a callout for artists to take part in a new exhibition this July, as part of the prestigious Three Choirs Festival. Artlandish are looking for artists and creatives to take part in their upcoming exhibition, titled...
The season for celebrating is here! Explore new stores and join the summer’s most stylish launch. When is the opening? It’s official. The Cotswold Designer Outlet is delighted to announce the date of the opening period, starting on Wednesday 16th July, with an...
Herefordshire Council is restating its commitment to investing in improving the county’s roads, as it publishes its Local Highways Maintenance Transparency Report. The report shows how government funding is being used to improve local roads through ‘business as usual’...
New restaurant to open its doors in Hereford in July! A new Western themed restaurant is set to open its doors in Hereford in July. Wing It is set to open its doors to the public on 16th July. A post on social media revealed the news that Wing It will be located on...