Update on the Start of TermWe now have all our students back and we are refining our measures and plans in response to new patterns in the way our students are studying and using College facilities. These measures will be incrementally improved over a period of time...
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NEWS | Coronavirus infection rate increases in Herefordshire
The number of COVID-19 cases in Herefordshire continues to rise, with concerns over a second wave of the virus across the United Kingdom. In Herefordshire (Population 192,801) just three cases were recorded in the week up to 28th August, meaning that the infection...
NEWS | Six new cases of COVID-19 recorded in Herefordshire
Public Health England have confirmed that six more cases of Coronavirus have been confirmed in Herefordshire, taking the total number of positive cases recorded in the county to 933 since the outbreak started. In the United Kingdom a further 2,948 cases of COVID-19...
NEWS | Public Health Wales concerned over spike in cases in Caerphilly area
There have been a further 133 cases of COVID-19 in Wales, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in the country to 18,514. Public Health Wales said no further deaths had been reported, with the total number of deaths since the beginning of the pandemic remaining...
NEWS | Matt Hancock’s latest message: Don’t kill your gran
Health Secretary Matt Hancock has told people "don't kill your gran" as he called for rules aimed at limiting the spread of coronavirus to be observed. He told BBC Radio 1's Newsbeat: "The message to everybody of any age, the risk of spreading it to others - and,...
NEWS | Collision involving police BMW in Hereford
At around 10.55 this morning (Monday 7 September) a police vehicle was involved in a collision in Hereford. The collision happened on Kings Acre Road and involved a Peugeot, driven by a member of the public, and a police BMW. A parked blue van was also damaged in the...
NEWS | Are we heading for a No-Deal Brexit?
Statement from Prime Minister Boris Johnson: We are now entering the final phase of our negotiations with the EU. The EU have been very clear about the timetable. I am too. There needs to be an agreement with our European friends by the time of the European Council on...
BUSINESS | allpay Prepaid Cards recognised at the EPA Awards
A top fintech has ‘done the double’ at the Emerging Payments Awards securing two nominations in the same category for a charity that began at home and another that moved out. When Herefordshire saw some of its worst-ever floodings, allpay waded right in with its...
NEWS | New expert help on hand to boost export sales for the Marches
A new service has been launched offering expert help to Marches companies looking to break into new markets overseas. An international trade specialist has been appointed to work alongside the Marches Growth Hub and Department for International Trade (DIT) to help new...
TRAVEL | A438 (Kings Acre Road) closed in both directions due to serious collision
The A438 (Kings Acre Road) is currently closed in both directions due to a serious collision near Hereford Garden Centre. Emergency services are on the scene and the road is likely to be closed for some time....
NEWS | Hereford BID calls for Herefordshire Council to bring back its staff to their offices
Calls to Herefordshire Council to bring back staff back to the office have been made by the leader of the Hereford Business Improvement District (Hereford BID), CEO Mike Truelove, as the organisation says local business vitally needs the essential trade workers...
NEWS | Four injured on West Midlands Safari Park ride
Four people have been injured in an accident on a water ride at West Midlands Safari Park. Georgia Hodgkiss was at West Midland Safari Park on Sunday and said she saw a boat with people in it turn upside down. Georgia heard a "big bang" and saw that a boat used on the...
NEWS | Birmingham stabbings: Murder suspect arrested over series of city centre stabbings
West Midlands Police have arrested a man on suspicion of murder and seven counts of attempted murder over a series of stabbings in Birmingham. The suspect was detained at an address in Selly Oak at around 4am after detectives worked through the night in a bid to catch...
IN PICTURES | Fireworks Spectacular lights up skies above Eastnor Castle
Photos from the Firework Champions show at Eastnor Castle on Saturday evening. Photo Credit: Mark Pritchard.
MISSING | Have you seen Craig Jackson? Missing from Hereford
Craig Jackson aged 46, is missing from the Whitecross area of Hereford. His Mum last spoke to him on 31st August. Please contact Police on 101 if you see Craig.
NEWS | 2,988 new COVID-19 cases reported in UK in 24 hours
There have been 2,988 new coronavirus cases reported in the UK in a 24-hour period, official figures show. It is a large rise on yesterday's figure of 1,813 infections. Today's number is the highest daily total since 23 May, when there were 2,959 cases.
APPEAL | Witnesses sought after man is attacked in Hereford
Witnesses are being sought after a man was attacked in Hereford overnight. John Hughes was attacked near the Ruby takeaway on Union Street at around 2am this morning. John is currently at hospital in Birmingham. Anyone with any information is asked to contact West...
NEWS | Local councils are abusing money given to support social distancing says Transport Secretary
Grant Shapps has told councils to stop abusing £250m fund meant for green transport revolution, The Telegraph has reported. In a direct message to council leaders, he says: “Where some councils have abused the cash, my message is clear: speak to local residents, get...
NEWS | Community group aims to set up Mordiford Dragon walking trail
A community group in Mordiford has set its eyes on creating a walking trail, aimed at enhancing the area and the tale of the famous Mordiford Dragon. Jamie Driver from the group said: “I’m running a group in Mordiford that are setting up a walking trail based on the...
NEWS | Three new cases of Coronavirus recorded in Herefordshire
Three new cases of Coronavirus have been recorded in Herefordshire, taking the total number of cases of the virus in the county to 923 since the start of the outbreak. Despite cases continuing to rise, hospital admissions have remained low with Wye Valley NHS Trust...