In Memory of Audrey Joyce SHEPPARD (nee Powell) Sadly passed away peacefully on 15th February 2025 aged 79. Much loved wife of David and devoted mother to Heather & Fiona. Funeral service on 18th March at Hereford Crematorium at 1.15pm. Family...
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NEWS | Important information for anyone attending the opening day of the Cheltenham Festival today (Tuesday)
The Jockey Club today announces a number of changes to the Cheltenham Festival, ranging from alterations to the race programme over the four days to a series of new initiatives for racegoers. With a focus on providing more competitive racing and a better experience...
NEWS | A planning application has been submitted for the demolition of a Herefordshire Primary School – with a new school building to be built
A planning application has been submitted for the demolition of Peterchurch Primary School, ahead of the erection of a new school building. Planning Ref: P250532/PSI The planning application submitted, states the following: ‘Demolition of the existing school and...
NEWS | Major work to take place on the A49 in Herefordshire from 20th March to 15th July with road closures and temporary traffic lights in place
Google Street View – Image Date – April 2024 Major work is set to be carried out by National Highways on the A49 in Herefordshire, with road closures and temporary traffic lights in place from 20th March to 15th July. From National Highways: We’re currently carrying...
NEWS | The UK and Welsh Government unite in £1 million fund to transform the River Wye and to tackle pollution
UK and Welsh Government unite in £1 Million fund to transform River Wye Water Minister Emma Hardy and Deputy First Minister of Wales hosts roundtable at River Wye to kickstart action to tackle local pollution UK and Welsh Governments announce £1m research fund to...
NEWS | A49 partially blocked at (Greyfriars Bridge) in Hereford due to an incident this evening
Emergency services are responding to an incident in Hereford this evening. Greyfriars Bridge in Hereford is currently partially blocked due to an incident this evening. West Mercia Police and West Midlands Ambulance Service are at the scene. The road remains...
NEWS | Police name victim of shooting in South Wales on Sunday as Police investigation continues
Police are continuing the investigation into the death of a 40-year-old woman in the Talbot Green area of South Wales on Sunday, March 9, 2025. From South Wales Police: Officers were called on Sunday at 6.10pm with a report of a shooting in Llys Illtyd. Officers and...
NEWS | A pub has taken to social media after a family of six left without paying their food bill which totalled over £90 at the weekend
A pub has taken to social media, after a family of six left without paying for their food bill, which totalled over £90 at the weekend. The Lamb & Flag Inn, in Rhayader, said: “We hate to have to but…. “Does anybody know these two asindividuals, in a family of...
FOOTBALL | Bulls beaten; Westfields defeated on the road, as Wellington grab vital draw and Ro-Stars shock Bromyard Town
It was a busy weekend of football action once again, with Hereford FC suffering a disappointing 2-0 home defeat against Darlington with manager Paul Caddis saying that the Bulls need to ‘move on and get back to winning ways’. It was a disappointing afternoon for...
NEWS | A man has been handed a two-year suspended sentence for a string of burglaries in Herefordshire
A man from the West Midlands has been sentenced for a string of burglaries in Herefordshire. Thomas Odowd, 19, of Charles Crescent in Walsall, appeared at Worcester Crown Court on Friday (7 March). The 19-year-old pleaded guilty to burglary, conspiracy to steal from a...
BREAKING | Police provide major update following reports of a ‘man armed with a firearm’ at a football match involving children in Herefordshire
West Mercia Police have provided a major update following reports that a man was seen ‘armed with a firearm’ at a children’s football match in Herefordshire. Matches at Ledbury Rugby Club were delayed on Saturday morning due to the incident. A spokesperson told Your...
BREAKING | Three men have been sentenced for supplying drugs in Leominster
Three men have been sentenced for supplying drugs into Leominster. The three drug dealers were handed the sentences at Hereford Crown Court on Friday (7 March). Kieron Singleton, 33, of no fixed abode, was jailed for four years and nine months for being concerned in...
BREAKING NEWS | Major incident in North Sea as tanker and cargo ship collide with fire reported and people ‘abandoning ship’
There is a major incident in the North Sea this afternoon, following a collision between a tanker and a cargo ship, with reports of a fire. The RNLI have also reported that people have ‘abandoned ship’ and that rescue efforts are underway. Several lifeboats are...
NEWS | Police appeal for information following a serious collision involving three vehicles
Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious collision on the A4103 at Bransford yesterday evening (9 March). The collision happened at around 6pm involving a silver Renault Traffic, red Citroen C4 and a grey Fiat 500L. The driver and passenger of the...
HELP! | Can you help Hereford and Worcester Animal Rescue find the owners of this dog that has been found in Herefordshire
Can you help Hereford and Worcester Animal Rescue find the owners of this dog that has been found in Herefordshire? From Hereford and Worcester Animal Rescue: Does anyone recognise this dog? Found near Mansel Lacy yesterday. *Microchip not registered. If you are the...
MISSING | Police are appealing for help in finding a missing 25-year-old woman with officers concerned for her welfare
Police have issued an appeal to locate a 25-year-old woman who has been reported missing from Cinderford in the Forest of Dean. Fallan was last seen leaving her home address at around 9.30pm yesterday evening (Saturday 8 March). Officers are concerned for her welfare...
NEWS | Four people have been taken to hospital following a serious collision on the A4103 Hereford to Worcester Road
Four people have been taken to hospital following a serious collision on the A4103 Hereford to Worcester Road at Bransford on Sunday evening. The road was closed for several hours, with the air ambulance also called to the incident. A spokesperson for West Midlands...
NEWS | Millions of drivers in the UK at risk of a £1,000 fine due to a simple error that could also see insurance claims being declined
Freedom of Information data obtained by Co-op Insurance reveals that almost 2.3 million driving licences are set to expire in 2025. * In addition, the findings showed that nearly 350,000 driving licences that expired in 2024 have yet to be renewed. ** Meanwhile, more...
PROPERTY | A spacious three-bedroom bungalow that is on the market in a popular area of Hereford
Located within close proximity to Hereford city centre, a 1930's three bedroom detached bungalow benefitting from a good sized lounge, Kitchen, shower room, 2/3 bedrooms to the ground floor, and converted attic room. From the rear of the bungalow they are far reaching...
HELP! | Can you help Hereford and Worcester Animal Rescue find the owners of this dog that has been found in Herefordshire?
Can you help Hereford and Worcester Animal Rescue find the owners of this dog that has been found in Herefordshire? “Does anyone recognise this dog? “There have been sightings of this dog in the Tretire/St Owens cross area of Herefordshire over the past week but was...