St Michael’s Hospice is pleased to announce the reopening of its newly transformed Home & Living charity shop in Leominster, following a comprehensive refurbishment aimed at enhancing the shopping experience for the local community. Located at...
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TO LET | A two bedroom semi detached house in a popular residential area of Hereford
A two bedroom semi detached house in a popular residential area. Price - £825pcm The property provides a driveway with ample parking, front and rear gardens, a modern kitchen and gas central heating. From the driveway, the entrance door leads into the hall and onto...
IMPORTANT | A number of properties in Hereford could face several hours without gas due to major works taking place in the city from this weekend
Motorists are being warned to expect major delays in Hereford, with gas works taking place on the A49 (Ross Road). A letter sent to residents in Hereford said: “We are writing to inform you that Cadent will be commencing work to replace a gas main on Ross Road. Our...
TRAVEL | Disruption to rail services this morning due to a signalling issue with advice issued to passengers
There is disruption to rail services between Hereford and Birmingham New Street this morning, due to a signalling issue near Bromsgrove. West Midlands Railway has issued the following advice to passengers: Hereford/#Worcester - Birmingham travel advice. Services...
HAY FESTIVAL | Where to park at Hay Festival and how much will it cost?
Heading to Hay Festival over the coming days? Plan ahead and you’ll even save some money! Car Park at Hay in aid of Macmillan: The closest car park to the Festival site, just a short walk to the main entrance. Costs £9 per day if booked in advance below. Disabled...
HAY FESTIVAL | All you need to know about travel, parking, bus services, trains and taxis as Hay Festival starts TODAY!
Heading to Hay Festival over the coming days? Plan ahead and you’ll even save some money! Car Park at Hay in aid of Macmillan: The closest car park to the Festival site, just a short walk to the main entrance. Costs £9 per day if booked in advance below. Disabled...
POLICE APPEAL | Can you help West Mercia Police locate John Smith?
Can you help us find John Smith who is wanted on recall to prison? The 39-year-old has links to Worcester and Droitwich. If you know where he is or have any information that would help find him, please call 01905 331030 Alternatively, information can be shared...
POLICE APPEAL | Police appeal for information following an incident in a Herefordshire village
Police appeal for information following an incident in a Herefordshire village. From West Mercia Police: “Between 10.52pm and 11.17pm on May 10th 2025, the batteries from six e-bikes belonging to the Beryl's Bikes hire scheme were stolen in Credenhill, outside the...
NEWS | You can register for Herefordshire Council’s new household garden waste collection service that will launch in March 2026 at a cost of £60 (plus £10 delivery fee)
Herefordshire Council is preparing to introduce a new household garden waste collection service from March 2026 and residents are being invited to register their interest. The new, optional, garden waste collection service will replace the current single use green...
ROADS | Motorists and bus users told to expect disruption due to an emergency road closure in a Herefordshire village this afternoon
Motorists and bus users told to expect delays this afternoon due to an emergency road closure in a Herefordshire village this afternoon. Yeomans Travel have shared the following update: Service 454 - Emergency Road Closure. “Due to the road being closed in Holme Lacy...
NEWS | You can register for Herefordshire Council’s new household garden waste collection service that will launch in March 2026 at a cost of £60 (plus £10 delivery fee)
Herefordshire Council is preparing to introduce a new household garden waste collection service from March 2026 and residents are being invited to register their interest. The new, optional, garden waste collection service will replace the current single use green...
NEWS | Santander confirms that it will be closing one of its Herefordshire branches this summer
Image - Google Street View Santander has confirmed that it will be closing its Ross-on-Wye branch on 30th July. In a post on its website, Santander confirms the following: “We are reducing the opening hours of some, converting some to ‘counter free’ and closing...
FESTIVAL | Ewyas Harold Scarecrow Festival returns this Bank Holiday weekend – FREE activity for families and visitors to enjoy!
Ewyas Harold Scarecrow Festival Returns This Late May Bank Holiday Saturday 24th - Sunday 25th May 2025 - a great free activity for families and visitors to enjoy at the start of the half-term holidays. The beloved Ewyas...
NEWS | Up to £697,000 to be spent on improvement works to heating, windows and doors at a primary school in Hereford
Image - Google Street View - March 2024 Up to £697,000 is to be spent on improvement works to heating, windows and doors at a primary school in Hereford, Herefordshire Council has confirmed. In documents shared by Herefordshire Council, it confirmed that the work set...
REVEALED | A look inside the former JJB unit on Commercial Street in Hereford that is now available to let
A look inside the former JJB Sports unit on Commercial Street in Hereford that is now available to let. Here is a photo of the inside of the store: Open-plan sales area with staff facilities First floor open retail area with rear storage Prominent location Excellent...
IN MEMORY | In Memory of Philip Joseph Moore of Clehonger who passed away peacefully on 30th April aged 72 years
Philip Joseph Moore of Clehonger Passed away peacefully on Wednesday 30th April 2025 aged 72 years. A private funeral service will take place. All enquiries to Serenity Funeral Services, 54 Catherine Street, Hereford HR1 2DU. Tel: 01432 800353.
CRICKET | St Michael’s Hospice look set to benefit substantially from large crowd that watched Herefordshire and MCC at Brockhampton
HEREFORDSHIRE and MCC ended with honours even with a victory apiece in their double-header at Brockhampton. But the day’s big winners should be St Michael’s Hospice who look set to benefit substantially from a large crowd who enjoyed excellent catering and responded...
NEWS | A major route in Herefordshire is partially blocked following a collision involving two vehicles this morning
A major route in Herefordshire is partially blocked this morning following a collision. The collision has occurred on the A465 (Hereford to Abergavenny Road) near the junction for Locks Garage. One lane is partially blocked and traffic is building up in the area. West...
NEWS | Woman found guilty of shaking baby girl to death will be sentenced on Thursday (22nd May) confirms the Crown Prosecution Service
A woman has been convicted of manslaughter in relation to the death of a baby. In April 2020, shortly after the start of the Covid 19 lockdown, Melissa Wilband, 28, was living with her two young children, a two-year-old boy and five-month-old baby Lexi. On the...
IN MEMORY | In Memory of Margaret Rose ‘Maggie’ Wheatstone who passed away peacefully on 9th May aged 83 years
WHEATSTONE Margaret Rose ‘Maggie’ Peacefully passed away at Newstead Nursing Home on May 9th 2025, aged 83 years. Adored Mum to Clive, Alison and Tracey Cherished Nan & Great Nan Funeral service will take place at St Martin’s Church on Thursday...