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There remains shock this morning, following the death of a police officer whilst on duty. The incident involved a serving Police officer for Gloucestershire Constabulary. Deputy Chief Constable Katy Barrow-Grint said: “Gloucestershire Constabulary is saddened to...
A Herefordshire school has provided an update after it was forced to close for the day on Friday. Weobley High School had to close its doors early on Thursday and then remained closed on Friday. The closure was in place due to an issue with the electrics at the...
It’s more than 24 hours since a number of hand grenades were pulled from a canal in Worcestershire and West Mercia Police are continuing to warn the public to keep their distance if they are seen and to call police immediately on 999. From West Mercia Police: “We’re...
West Mercia Police are appealing for information after reports that a 16-year-old boy was subjected to homophobic slurs in Hereford. The incident, which was reported to Police, is understood to have happened on 16th June. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said:...
From West Mercia Police: We are releasing an urgent safety message after reports that seven suspected hand grenades were discovered by a man magnet fishing in the canal on Lea End Lane in Hopwood, Worcestershire this evening (Friday 20 June). Whilst two were left on...
Hereford BID has taken to social media to warn people of a recent increase in reports of delivery drivers stealing customers food in Hereford. In a post on social media, Hereford BID said: “We’ve received a growing number of reports about app-based delivery drivers...
IN MEMORY OF GINGER (Ronald) GOWER Born in 1941, Ginger was one of twins and lived for the first 25 years of his life in and around Lugwardine. The youngest of a family of 11 he spent his whole working life (until he was 88 years old) in the construction industry.He...
Former pupil Randy Langford celebrates 100th birthday with Hereford Cathedral Junior School. This week, we were honoured to celebrate the 100th birthday of former Hereford Cathedral Junior School pupil, Randy Langford. Randy, a dear friend of the School, joined what...
A new jewellery shop is set to open its doors at the Old Market in Hereford in the coming weeks. Lovisa will open its doors at the Old Market, in the unit next to Fat Face. From the Lovisa website: Lovisa was created out of a need for on-trend fashion jewellery at...
A person from the UK has sadly died after becoming infected with rabies, following contact with a dog abroad. There is no risk to the wider public in relation to this case. An individual from the UK has sadly died after becoming infected with rabies, following contact...
Palestine Action have damaged two military planes at RAF Brize Norton, where flights leave daily for RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus, a base used for military operations in Gaza and across the Middle East. Two activists broke into the largest air force base in Britain and used...
easyJet, Bristol’s largest airline, has today announced four new routes and even more city break packages departing from Bristol Airport, starting this winter to serve demand from customers in the South West. The collection of new routes on sale today features a range...
Tributes have been paid to a 22-year-old man who died in a collision. The 22-year-old died when a Kawasaki ZX 680 motorcycle collided with the roundabout between St Peter’s Drive and Norton Road in Worcester. In an emotional tribute on GoFundMe, Jess said: “My names...
Officers are searching for a 53-year-old woman who has been reported missing from Gloucester. Sarah was last seen at around 12.30pm on Thursday when she left an address in the Longlevens area in a red Nissan Qashqai with the registration OU12 WGX. Police are concerned...
It is now easier than ever to safely dispose of batteries and small electrical items such as irons, hairdryers and alarm clocks. From Monday 7 April 2025, batteries and small items of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) will be collected by bin collection...
Herefordshire Council has revealed the dates that Christmas Markets will take place in Hereford city centre, with members of the public now able to place bookings for stalls. All markets are in High Town and Commercial Street on: Friday 5 December 9am to 4pm Sunday 7...
Sheila Cook of Bartestree Passed away unexpectedly on Monday 9th June 2025 aged 65 years. Devoted Wife to David, worshipped Mum to Gareth, Tania, Luke & the late Lee. Adored Nan to Shawn &...
Can you help find missing dog Daisy? Last seen on Thursday morning. Daisy was last seen in the Castle Morton (Gullet Quarry) area of Malvern. A post on social media said: “My dog Daisy has gone missing this morning (Thursday) in the Castle Morton (Gullet Quarry area)....
An outline planning application has been approved for a new care home near a popular pub on the outskirts of Hereford. Decision – https://myaccount.herefordshire.gov.uk/documents?id=34745f57-1acf-11f0-908b-005056ab3a27 The application includes a purpose built 80...
A Herefordshire school has confirmed that it will be closed on Friday, due to an issue with electrics. Weobley High School sent students home early on Thursday due to an electrical fault. In an update sent to parents this evening, Mr Holder from Weobley High School...