Herefordshire has been hit by torrential downpours which have caused significant issues with flooding across wide areas of the county. The worst affected areas have been Hereford, Ledbury and Ross-on-Wye where a number of businesses and properties have been...
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FLOODING | All the latest flooding information – including closed roads, business closures and forecast for the coming daysÂ
Herefordshire has been hit by torrential downpours which have caused significant issues with flooding across wide areas of the county. The worst affected areas have been Hereford, Ledbury and Ross-on-Wye where a number of businesses and properties have been...
FLOODING | Several roads under water this evening as torrential downpours and thunderstorms cause significant disruption in HerefordshireÂ
Several roads are under water this evening, as torrential downpours and thunderstorms cause significant disruption in Herefordshire. The worst affected areas are Ledbury, Ross-on-Wye and parts of Hereford. Morrisons in Ross-on-Wye has been forced to close due to...
NEWS | 8 year old Louis Fisher will be embarking on a 50 mile bike ride in memory of his little friend George
Louis Fisher is embarking on an epic 50-mile challenge in memory of his little friend George. They were at New Bees Nursery together for a few years and enjoyed many adventures from playing soldiers together to tractor rides in the garden. George was his funny, fun...
WEATHER WARNING | Herefordshire could see a months worth of rainfall in ‘just 12-24 hours’ on Sunday with torrential downpours likelyÂ
Parts of Herefordshire could see a months worth of rainfall in ‘just 12-24 hours’ on Sunday, with torrential downpours likely. With Met Office warnings in place for today (Friday), as well as Saturday, it’s expected to be a wet few days in some parts. The risk on...
IN MEMORY | In Memory of Duncan Thomas Handley of DT Handley & Son who passed away suddenly on 7th September
Duncan Thomas Handley of DT Handley & Son (Carpentry and Building Services), Dorstone. It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of our beloved Duncan who died on 7th September 2024 at Hereford County Hospital, aged 67 years. A...
IN MEMORY | In Memory of Eddie Griffiths (Sparrow) who passed away peacefully at Hereford County Hospital
In Memory of Eddie Griffiths (Sparrow) of Hereford. Passed away peacefully at Hereford County Hospital on Friday 23rd August 2024 aged 85 years. Loving Husband to Eileen & friend to many. The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium...
FEATURED | Huge Oktoberfest Party coming to Hereford this October and tickets are available nowÂ
Oktoberfest Party at The Yard in Hereford – 25th, 26th & 27th October! Raise your steins and get ready for the biggest Oktoberfest celebration at The Yard! Join for an unforgettable weekend filled with live music, traditional German beers, and plenty of...
NEWS | Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service provide update on Newtown Road IncidentÂ
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service were called to an incident in Hereford this morning. The incident occurred on Newtown Road (A49). A spokesperson for Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service told Your Herefordshire: “A Hereford & Worcester...
NEWS | Fire crews responding to an incident in Hereford this morningÂ
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service are responding to an incident in Hereford this morning. The incident has occurred on Newtown Road (A49). Fire crews are attending a fire that appears to have occurred underneath the bridge on Newtown Road. ...
IN MEMORY | In Memory of Kevin Anthony Hassett of Ledbury who passed away on 9th September 2024
In Loving Memory of: Kevin Anthony Hassett, of Leadon Bank, Ledbury who passed away on 9th September 2024 at Hereford County Hospital He will be sadly missed by family and friends. Kevin’s funeral will take place at Hereford Crematorium on 2nd October 2024 at...
NEWS | Man charged with causing death by dangerous driving and perverting the course of justice following the death of a 59-year-old man in Herefordshire
A man has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving and perverting the course of justice. The charges are in relation to a collision on the A417, Burley Gate in Herefordshire, that happened on the 23 September 2022 when a 59-year-old man sadly lost his...
WEATHER WARNINGS | Met Office urges Herefordshire to be prepared for ‘flash flooding, large hail and intense storms’ over the next 48 hours
Two weather warnings have been isssued for Herefordshire, with frequent lightning, flash flooding and disruption likely over the coming days. The Met Office have issued two separate warnings for Herefordshire, that are in place on Friday and Saturday. The warning for...
MISSING CHILD | Police concerned for welfare of missing 13-year-old girl who was last seen at 9am on Wednesday
From Gloucestershire Constabulary: We're appealing for information to locate Lilly, a 13-year-old girl from Coleford, who has been reported missing. Lilly was last seen in Monmouth at 9am yesterday (Wednesday 18 September) and we're concerned for her welfare. She is...
NEWS | Further prison sentence for man who stole treasure hoard near Leominster in Herefordshire
A man, who was convicted of stealing an Anglo- Saxon treasure hoard, has been handed a further prison sentence after failing to fully repay a £600,000 confiscation order. Layton Davies, aged 56, will serve a further 5 years and 4 months in prison after a court hearing...
IN MEMORY | In Memory of Eric Beavan who passed away at home aged 77-years-oldÂ
In Memory of Eric Beavan who passed away at home aged 77-years-old. Eric passed peacefully at home on 5th September 2024 aged 77 years. Beloved partner of the late Carol Doherty. Missed and loved by all his family and friends. The Funeral Service will be held at...
NEWS | Runners competing in the Cardiff Half Marathon this October will be able to catch the train in for the start for the first time ever from Hereford
Runners competing in the Cardiff Half Marathon this October will be able to catch the train in for the start for the first time ever. More than 20,000 are expected to compete on 6 October. Traditionally the race has always taken place on a Sunday morning and the early...
NEWS | Two men have been charged with multiple burglary and violent disorder offences in Hereford
Two men have been charged with multiple burglary and violent disorder offences in Hereford and will be appearing at crown court in October. James Smith, 31, of The Bines, Cleehonger, Hereford and Tyrone Ellis, 22, of no fixed abode, appeared before Kidderminster...
NEWS | Local insurer shows support for Dore Community Transport with a major contribution towards the cost of new vehicle
NFU Mutual Agents and their staff at the Wormbridge agency recently nominated local charity Dore Community Transport to receive a donation of £6,509 from NFU Mutual’s national £1.92million ‘Agency Giving Fund’. The leading rural insurer launched this fund, now in its...
WEATHER WARNINGS | Two weather warnings issued for Herefordshire with frequent lightning, flash flooding and disruption likely over the coming days
Two weather warnings have been isssued for Herefordshire, with frequent lightning, flash flooding and disruption likely over the coming days. The Met Office have issued two separate warnings for Herefordshire, that are in place on Friday and Saturday. The warning for...