Hereford Lads Club defender Henry Dyde has told Your Herefordshire that the club is ready for the new season and that the team is raring to go ahead of a local derby against Hereford Pegasus on Tuesday evening. Hereford Lads Club had a decent first season in the...
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NEWS | Fire crews called to a fire involving bedding and clothing in Hereford this afternoon
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews were called to a fire involving bedding and clothing in Hereford city centre earlier this afternoon. The incident occurred in the St Peter's Square area of the city centre. Crews quickly extinguished the fire....
NEWS | Hereford Medical Group announces end to ordering prescriptions by telephone from today
Hereford Medical Group has announced that patients will no longer be able to request prescriptions via telephone from August. A spokesperson for Hereford Medical Group said: "From the 1st August 2022 patients will no longer be able to request prescriptions via...
NEWS | Supermarket chain Aldi has launched a nationwide hunt for an official beer, lager and cider taster for an exciting new job
The supermarket seeks one lucky lager lover or ale admirer to exclusively review its new rangeWinner will receive selection of latest beer in exchange for their opinions, which will guide decisions on Aldi’s next rangeBudding connoisseurs have until 29th August...
NEWS | Improved walking and cycling routes to Hereford Enterprise Zone
Public consultation launched to seek views on proposed improvements in South Wye area for walkers and cyclists Improvements are planned for walking and cycling routes in the South Wye area to encourage more people to cycle or walk to work at the Hereford Enterprise...
NEWS | A new cocktail bar is set to open near the River Wye in Hereford
A brand new cocktail bar is set to open on Bridge Street in Hereford. The Tipsy Kat Cocktail Bar will be located on Bridge Street, next to JJ & Little Dots and other favourites such as The Den and Left Bank Village. A sneak preview of the cocktail bar has been...
NEWS | Emergency services called to a collision on the Herefordshire border this afternoon
Emergency services are currently responding to a collision on the Herefordshire border with Worcestershire this afternoon. The A449 is blocked at British Camp, with police waiting for a recovery team....
NEWS | Emergency services called to a collision in Hereford this morning
Emergency services are currently responding to a collision in Hereford. West Mercia Police and West Midlands Ambulance Service are both in attendance at the incident in the Kings Acre area of the city. The A438 (Kings Acre Road) is currently closed in both directions....
NEWS | A bizarre note has been left on the front door of a closed shop in Hereford
A bizarre note has been left on the front door of a shop that has closed down in Hereford. The One More Time charity shop that was located on Union Street has recently held a closing down sale, with the majority of fixtures and fittings now removed. However, the...
CRICKET | Herefordshire gave their neighbours Worcestershire a fright before finally losing by four wickets in the annual showcase game at Eastnor
HEREFORDSHIRE gave their first-class neighbours Worcestershire a fright before finally succumbing by four wickets in the annual 50-over Showcase game at Eastnor. It was entertaining game which ebbed and flowed, played in front of a large crowd at the picturesque...
NEWS | £50,000 raised as group of women complete 150 mile walk from Hereford to Woolacombe Bay in memory of George
Incredible! That's the only word we can think of to describe this amazing group of women who have walked the 150 mile distance between Hereford and Woolacombe Bay in Devon in memory of five-year-old George. A few words from the Walk for George team: "We can’t describe...
NEWS | Great Western Railway celebrates magnificent Lionesses with Euro 2022 tribute on side of train
Our magnificent Lionesses have been given pride of place for their Euro 2022 heroics – on the side of a Great Western Railway train. Football came home last night with England’s glorious 2-1 extra-time win over Germany at Wembley – and GWR has provided a lasting...
NEWS | New bar and restaurant in Hereford to offer discount for students, NHS staff and Ministry of Defence staff
The Jam Factory is a new independent bar on Widemarsh Street, Hereford. Offering a watering hole with good vibes and great music in the centre of town, the team cannot wait to open its doors. With up-and-coming DJs, live music, lip-smacking street food and drinks...
NEWS | Speed enforcement takes place in Fownhope with officers offering advice to drivers
West Mercia Police officers carried out speed enforcement in Fownhope on Sunday, with officers issuing advice to two drivers who were caught travelling above the 30mph speed limit in the village. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police (Hereford Rural North Safer...
NEWS | Police are appealing for witnesses following reports that a woman was raped in Hereford
Police are appealing for witnesses following reports that a woman was raped in Hereford. Between 12am and 1.30am this morning (Sunday 31 July) a 20-year-old woman reported that she had been raped by a man as she walked along a river path in Hereford. The incident took...
BREAKING | Police have this evening charged 22-year-old Deividas Skebas with the murder of nine-year-old Lilia Valutyte
From Lincolnshire Police: We have this evening (31 July) charged 22-year-old Deividas Skebas with the murder of nine-year-old Lilia Valutyte. Lilia tragically died following an incident in Fountain Lane, Boston, at around 6.20pm on 28 July. She is believed to have...
NEWS | Fire crews were called to a fire in the open on Saturday evening
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews from Tenbury Wells were called to a fire in the open on Saturday evening. A spokesperson for Tenbury Wells Fire Station said: “At 1933 last night, we were mobilised to a report of a fire in open involving trees...
NEWS | Police cordon in place on riverside path in Hereford this morning
A police cordon is in place on a riverside path in Hereford this morning. The cordon is in place between Greyfriars Bridge and Hunderton Bridge, with officers remaining at the scene. Members of the public are advised to use an alternative route for the time being....
NEWS | Emergency services responding to an incident in Hereford city centre
Emergency services are currently responding to an incident in Hereford city centre. The incident appears to have occurred on Union Street, but a police presence has been reported on surrounding streets, including Commercial Road. Passers by have reported seeing...
MURDER INVESTIGATION | Police need your help to locate this man following death of a child
From Lincolnshire Police: We are urgently appealing for the public’s help to identify the man in these photographs, who we want to speak to following the death of nine-year-old Lilia Valutyte. As part of our fast-moving murder investigation, we now have CCTV...
NEWS | Asda has today announced that it has cut the price of unleaded by 5p per litre and diesel by 3p per litre
Asda has today announced that it has cut the price of unleaded by 5ppl and diesel by 3ppl to help motorists save money when filling up their tanks. Drivers will pay on average 174ppl for unleaded and 185ppl for diesel when filling up at Asda’s 323 petrol stations...
NEWS | Fire crews are tackling a large fire in the open this evening in Herefordshire
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews from across the area are currently tackling a fire in the open near Ross-on-Wye. Peterchurch Fire Station have sent a crew and have said that the incident is in the Hildersley area. Local residents reported seeing...
NEWS | National Highways provide update on when work to improve Greyfriars Bridge in Hereford will take place
National Highways have provided an update on when work to repair railings and other features of Greyfriars Bridge in Hereford will take place. Back in 2017/18, Andrew from the Hereford Community Clean Up Group was in discussion with Highways England about painting or...
NEWS | Council agrees additional funding towards Brookfield Special School improvements project
Council agrees additional funding for Brookfield Special School upgrade project Herefordshire Council has agreed at today’s meeting to re-allocate additional funding towards improvement works at Brookfield Special School, Hereford, as part of a joint funded project...
NEWS | Police appeal after a memorial bench was destroyed in an arson attack in Herefordshire
West Mercia Police are appealing for information after a memorial bench was set on fire and destroyed in Ross-on-Wye. A message on Twitter from Ross-on-Wye Cops (West Mercia Police) said:...
NEWS | New Bulls left back Jack Evans says he is buzzing to get started
Subject to National League and FA approval, defender Jack Evans will join Hereford FC on the 1st August. Joining from Forest Green Rovers, the energetic left-back has bags of potential. The 21-year-old started his career at Blackburn Rovers before joining Forest...
UK NEWS | Two people have been arrested following the death of a 9-year-old girl from a stab wound
Update, 29 July, from Chief Superintendent Kate Anderson: Officers were called to the scene of the incident at Fountain Lane, Boston, at around 6.20pm yesterday (28 July). A nine-year-old girl sadly died as a result of what we believe to be a stab wound. We have...
NEWS | Herefordshire Council has developed a plan which seeks to secure £7.6m funding for the county to grow local business and the economy
Herefordshire Council has developed an investment plan which seeks to secure £7.6m funding for the county to grow local business and the economy. The UK Shared Prosperity Fund has been established to help address geographical disparities in economic performance and...
NEWS | Reports of delays on a busy route into Hereford this morning
Your Herefordshire has received reports of significant delays on the A4103 (Hereford to Worcester Road), near Withington this morning. Motorists have reported that traffic is at a standstill and that some motorists are turning around and driving across to Bartestree...
NEWS | Council to spend up to £200,000 on the appointment of a consultancy service to assist the development of the new Waste Collection Service Specification
Herefordshire Council has agreed to spend up to £200,000 on the appointment of a consultancy service to assist the development of the new Waste Collection Service Specification. The council has decided to appoint Woods at a total cost of £166,782 to assist the...
NEWS | Government announces £400 energy bills discount to support households this winter
The UK government sets out further details of the Energy Bills Support Scheme. Households to start receiving £400 off their energy bills from October, with the discount made in 6 instalments to help families throughout the winter periodgovernment confirms today...
NEWS | Herefordshire’s free weekend bus scheme to come to an end next month
Residents and visitors are encouraged to make the most of the free weekend bus scheme in Herefordshire during its final month. After a year of free weekend travel on buses in the county, the Bus-It scheme will end on Sunday 28 August, however Herefordshire Council...
BREAKING | 9-year-old girl dies from what is believed to be a stab wound in Lincolnshire
A nine-year-old girl has sadly died from what is believed to be a stab wound in Boston. Officers were called to the scene of the incident at Fountain Lane at around 6.20pm today, Thursday, 28 July. We have launched a murder investigation. The area has been cordoned...
NEWS | Licensing application submitted for a micro-distillery in a public toilet block in Hereford
Herefordshire Council has granted planning permission for a disused toilet block in Hereford to be turned into a micro distillery. Plans were initially submitted in March 2021, but it took almost a year for a decision to be made. Following that, a licensing...
NEWS | The UK’s new record-high temperature of 40.3°C at Coningsby, Lincolnshire, has been confirmed by the Met Office
The UK’s new record-high temperature of 40.3°C at Coningsby, Lincolnshire, has been confirmed by the Met Office, following a rigorous process of analysis and quality control. The confirmation comes as quality control testing, including physical inspections,...
NEWS | The families of Denise and Justine Hughes who died in a collision earlier this month have paid tribute to them
From Gwent Police: The families of Denise and Justine Hughes who died on in a collision in Fochriw Road on Tuesday 19 July have paid tribute to them. The family of two women, who died in a collision in Fochriw Road, have paid tribute to them, describing them as...
NEWS | A man suffered life changing injuries when the vehicle he was driving was involved in a collision
A man suffered life changing injuries when the vehicle he was driving was involved in a collision on the A438 near Tewkesbury on Saturday (23 July). The collision happened at crossroads near Tewkesbury Fields care home at about 12.40pm and involved a Toyota...
NEWS | Council reaches out to vulnerable residents with advice and support to help worst hit
Council reaches out to vulnerable residents with advice and support to help worst hit Residents who are struggling financially are being advised to visit the Herefordshire Council-run Money on your Mind (MOYM) webpages via Talk Community for advice. This...
NEWS | Police appeal for information following an incident in Leominster
West Mercia Police officers are appealing for information after an incident at a toilet block in Leominster. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “West Mercia Police are investigating an incident that occurred at the public toilets at DISHLEY STREET bus...
NEWS | Police launch appeal to find a missing man who could be in the Forest of Dean
Officers are appealing for help in finding a vulnerable man who has gone missing from Gloucester. Maurice, aged 44, was last seen leaving an address in Horton Road, at around 7pm yesterday (Tuesday 26 July). He is believed to have travelled to Cinderford as he has...
NEWS | West Midlands Ambulance Service (WMAS) is ready for the Commonwealth Games
The athletes are ready, the venues are ready and West Midlands Ambulance Service (WMAS) is ready for the Commonwealth Games. The service began planning for the summer of sport almost as soon as it was announced that Birmingham was to be the host city back in December...
NEWS | Passengers advised to check before they travel with further train strikes planned for Saturday
Rail passengers are advised to check before they travel, with further rail strikes set to go ahead on Saturday. All West Midlands Railway services are set to be suspended in Herefordshire, meaning that anyone wishing to travel to places such as Worcester and...
NEWS | Crown Court sentencing remarks to be broadcast for first time
Broadcast news channels will air judges’ sentencing remarks from the Crown Court for the first time today (28 July), following a change in the law.  It will allow the public to see and hear judges explain the reasoning behind their sentences, giving a better...
NEWS | Police appeal for information after incident at a Leominster toilet block
West Mercia Police officers are appealing for information after an incident at a toilet block in Leominster. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “West Mercia Police are investigating an incident that occurred at the public toilets at DISHLEY STREET bus...
NEWS | Royal Mail offers customers the opportunity to swap stamps ahead of major change in 2023
Martin Lewis, founder of MoneySavingExpert.com is warning people to use their 1st and 2nd class stamps ahead of 31st January 2023, when the they will no longer be accepted by Royal Mail, with the company moving to a new barcode system. If you attempt to use these...
NEWS | One person taken to hospital following a collision near Hereford this afternoon
One person has been taken to hospital this afternoon following a collision in Herefordshire. The incident occurred on the B4349 at Clehonger. The road was closed for a short time but has since reopened. A spokesperson for Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue...
NEWS | Fire crews tackle large fire at a barn in a Herefordshire village
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews have tackled a huge fire at a barn in Herefordshire this morning. The incident occurred at a property in the Dilwyn area of the county....
FOOTBALL | Hereford Pegasus are ready for their return to the Hellenic Premier
Kevin Bishop Hereford Pegasus won promotion back to the Hellenic Premier with a 3-0 play off final win over Worcester Raiders back in May this year. Matt Healey spoke to Chairman Kevin Bishop who is excited for the upcoming season. Kevin told Your Herefordshire: "The...
NEWS | Emergency services responding to a collision near Hereford this afternoon
Emergency services are responding to a collision in Herefordshire this afternoon. The collision has occurred on the Hereford to Clehonger road and traffic is backing up. West Mercia Police and West Midlands Ambulance Service are both in attendance at the incident....
NEWS | Amazon announces that the price of its prime membership will increase this autumn
Amazon has confirmed that it will raise the price of its Prime service this autumn due to higher operating costs. From September, monthly subscriptions will go up £1 to £8.99 per month and an annual membership will rise from £79 to £95. Members across the UK started...