A man has died following a two-vehicle collision on the A40 between Andoversford and Dowdeswell yesterday afternoon (Monday 27 May). Emergency services were called just before 2pm to the collision which involved a black Range Rover and a grey Land Rover Discovery. The...
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NEWS | Road closure in place with emergency services responding to a collision in Herefordshire this afternoon
Emergency services have confirmed that a road closure is in place this afternoon in Herefordshire following a collision. The B4221 is closed between Upton Bishop and Gorsley / M50 junction, following a collision. West Mercia Police and West Midlands Ambulance...
NEWS | A new NHS Dentist Centre is set to open in the South Wye area of Hereford later this summer
Two new NHS Dentist Centre’s are set to open in Hereford. NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire have appointed Central Hereford Dental Care as the new provider of NHS dental services in Hereford and they will operate two new practices in the city. The first of two...
NEWS | A Hereford mother is campaigning for a new law to be introduced after her daughter tragically died
Gaynor Holland from Hereford tragically lost her daughter Charlotte in July 2022. She has started a petition to for the law to be changed so that individuals have a duty of care if they come across a person in a life threatening situation. Gaynor told Your...
NEWS | Joe Emmett announced as Labour Party Candidate for Hereford and South Herefordshire
PRESS RELEASE The Labour Party is proud to announce Joe Emmett as their official candidate for the Hereford and South Herefordshire constituency in the upcoming parliamentary elections. Joe, a dedicated local teacher and community leader, brings a wealth of...
NEWS | Ellie Chowns welcomes the General Election as the chance for local people to choose hope and positive change for North Herefordshire
PRESS RELEASE Ellie Chowns welcomes the General Election as the chance for local people to choose hope and positive change for North Herefordshire. “Bring on the election! Local people all across North Herefordshire tell me they are ready for change. Finally, they...
NEWS | Tesco shares important message to all Clubcard customers with major deadline in just a few days
Tesco is reminding customers to use almost £17m worth of Clubcard vouchers before they expire at the end of this month. The £16.9m of vouchers, which are valid for two years, need to be used by midnight on May 31st, and with two bank holidays coming up, this may be...
HALF TERM | Pony rides, Tractor rides, Treasure Hunts plus Indoor and Outdoor fun at Newbridge Farm Park in Herefordshire
Looking for activities for the kids this half term week? Then Newbridge Farm Park is the perfect place for you to visit. From Tractor Rides, to Pony Rides and even Treasure Hunts. Newbridge Farm Park has something for everyone and is sure to keep the children...
HALF TERM | Visit the stunning Dinosaur World in Herefordshire this half term week
Looking for something to do with the kids this half term? Then Dinosaur World at Ralph Court Gardens has got to be on your list! “Travel to a land-before-time where Dinosaurs roamed the Earth (and even Bromyard!). “Deep in the depths of the gardens, terrifying...
NEWS | Herefordshire Council spent £4.1 million on taxis to school for children in just one financial year
A recent Freedom of Information request has revealed that Herefordshire Council spent £4.1 million in a recent financial year providing taxis to school for children. A Freedom of Information Request submitted in October 2023 received the following response:...
HALF TERM | Halo have a huge number of activities available this half term week at sites across Herefordshire!
Struggling to find something to keep the children occupied this half term? Struggle no longer! Halo have a huge number of activities available this half term week at sites across Herefordshire. Activities including Badminton, Swimming, Cycling, Soft Play and Racket...
NEWS | Thousands of local residents register interest in a new NHS Dental Centre that’s set to open in Hereford city centre
Huge numbers of people have been registering their interest in a new NHS Dental Centre that’s set to open in the coming weeks on Commercial Street in Hereford. A second Dental Centre is also expected to open in the South Wye area of the city in the coming months. NHS...
FOOTBALL | Hereford FC to visit Hereford Lads Club as part of pre season schedule
Photo Credit: Craig Anthony Photography Hereford FC will visit Hereford Lads Club as part of the clubs pre season schedule, in a 3pm kick off on Saturday 6th July. Your Herefordshire understands that the fixture could be brought forward to 2pm should England progress...
FOOTBALL | Young defender Cam Davies wins a hat-trick of awards after an impressive season for Westfields Football Club
Photo - Geoff Moore Young defender Cam Davies won a hat-trick of awards after an impressive season for Westfields Football Club. The centre half, who is just 18-years-old, has impressed throughout a turbulent season for Westfields, being named man of the match on many...
UK NEWS | Police launch appeal for information after a woman was stabbed to death on a beach
Detectives are continuing to investigate the death of a woman in Bournemouth and are issuing a further appeal with CCTV images to try to identify a suspect. Dorset Police received a report at 11.42pm on Friday 24 May 2024 that two people had been stabbed on Durley...
NEWS | Police confirm that a member of the public discovered a body in the River Wye this morning
A body has been found in the search for a man missing in the River Wye. Police were called at around 6.35pm on Monday 20 May with a report that 20-year-old Jake Jones from Sedbury in Chepstow had entered the river near Tutshill and had not resurfaced. Officers...
UK NEWS | Government tells UK residents to prepare for emergencies by putting together an emergency kit of items at home that includes a Battery or wind-up torch, a first aid kit, Bottled water, Baby food and Non-perishable food
If an emergency did happen in your area, how would you manage? What about your relatives, friends, neighbours or colleagues – do you know anyone who might need some extra help or support? The government has put together a list of information on a site that is...
FEATURED | Toys R Us to open its doors in Hereford today and the first 50 children through the door will receive a free gift!
The grand opening of the new Toys R Us store in Hereford city centre takes place this morning. The Toys R Us store is located inside WHSmith and the grand opening will take place at 8.30am. Children will get the chance to meet Geoffrey the Giraffe and the first 50...
NEWS | Local residents share anger after graffiti appears on the Greyfriars Bridge in Hereford
Local residents have contacted Your Herefordshire to share their anger after graffiti was sprayed across the Greyfriars Bridge. The bridge, which was built in the late 1960s, is the main route linking the north and south of the city. The graffiti, which can be...
COMMUNITY | Residents and staff at Gwen Walford Nursing Home came together to celebrate a remarkable milestone as Di marked her 90th birthday
Residents and staff at Gwen Walford Nursing Home came together to celebrate a remarkable milestone as Di marked her 90th birthday with a touch of feathered flair. Her family orchestrated a surprise visit from Luke, a seasoned falconer from Wye Valley Falconry, who...
NEWS | Tesco has announced it will be bringing back its Kids Eat Free scheme to its 317 cafés across the UK over the May half term
Tesco has announced it will be bringing back its Kids Eat Free scheme to its 317 cafés across the UK over the May half term. The supermarket’s cafes will be offering one free Kids Hot Meal Deal, Kids Breakfast or Kids Pick ‘n’ Mix deal with each item bought by an...
NEWS | Police appeal for help in identifying the driver of a Tesla vehicle acting suspiciously in Herefordshire this morning
West Mercia Police are appealing for help in identifying the driver of a Tesla vehicle that was spotted acting suspiciously in Herefordshire this morning. The incident occurred in the Bridge Sollars area of the county. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said:...
JOBS | Aldi has a number of job positions available at stores in Herefordshire and the surrounding area
Aldi have a large number of job positions available at their stores in Herefordshire. There are currently positions available at stores in Hereford, Ross-on-Wye, Leominster, Ledbury, Malvern and Abergavenny. The job positions available vary from management positions,...
NEWS | Male toilets in the Malvern Hills District have been updated with sanitary bins in support of a new campaign by Prostate Cancer UK
Male toilets in the Malvern Hills District have been updated with sanitary bins in support of a new campaign. Malvern Hills District Council has recently installed sanitary bins in all eight of their public toilet blocks in support of the ‘Boys need Bins’ campaign by...
NEWS | Demolition of Blackfriars End at Edgar Street to take place imminently with contract awarded to Pennys Group Limited
The demolition of the Blackfriars End at Edgar Street is set to take place imminently with the contract to carry out the work awarded to Pennys Group Limited. Herefordshire Council have confirmed the decision to award a contract and approve the expenditure of up to...
NEWS | The annual Hay Hotfooters Trail Run returns on 9th June 2024
The Annual Hay Hotfooters Trail Run is due to take place on Sunday 9th June 2024 on top of The Begwns just outside Hay on Wye. The run was first held in 2007 and has been held most year’s since pausing only for the COVID interruption. The Begwns is an area of upland...
NEWS | West Mercia Police have issued an appeal following an incident at a property in the Roman Road area of Hereford
West Mercia Police have issued an appeal following an incident at a property in the Roman Road area of Hereford. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “We would like to make you aware of a theft that has occurred. “A bay tree was stolen from the front...
NEWS | Football tournament to take place to raise money for the Midlands Air Ambulance Charity in memory of a Herefordshire man to mark first anniversary of his death
A memorial football tournament is to take place this June, in memory of a Herefordshire man to mark the first anniversary of his death. On June 14th 2023, Jordan died very suddenly from a substantial heart attack. He was aged just 28. Jordan was fit, athletic...
NEWS | More information on plans to relocate the GP out of hours service in Hereford from Station Medical Centre to Whitecross Road
Plans are in place to relocate the GP out of hours service in Hereford from Station Medical Centre. Taurus Healthcare / Herefordshire General Practice have been in consultation with members of the public on a proposed move to the Nelson Building on Whitecross Road....
FEATURED | Mulberry Foster Care launches New Council Tax Subsidy Initiative
Mulberry Foster Care launches New Council Tax Subsidy Initiative. The team at Mulberry Foster Care have told us more "This Foster Care Fortnight, we are proud to announce that in a national crisis in recruitment of Foster Carers, Mulberry Foster Care are continuing...
FOOTBALL | Six players depart from Hereford FC
Six players are leaving Hereford said manager Paul Caddis in his latest update. They are Nathan Cameron, Curtis Pond, Tope Obadeyi, Ollie Southern, Yusifu Ceesay and Jordan Cranston. Caddis is talking to both Mark Derricott and Lassana Mendes about possible...
NEWS | Former Hereford United player steps down as manager of Cirencester Town
Former Hereford United player John Brough has stepped down as manager of Cirencester Town. Brough who made over 112 appearances for Hereford United between 1994-1998 had been in charge at Cirencester since December 2019. The club recently announced they would take...
NEWS | The Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) has published a report following a fatal incident involving an amateur built balloon
AAIB (Air Accidents Investigation Branch) has published a report into a fatal accident involving an amateur built balloon (DB-6R) (registration G-CMFS), Ombersley Court, Worcestershire, 25 June 2023. The pilot was taking part in a balloon competition. One part...
NEWS | Layla’s wish fundraiser launched to help 12 year old Hereford girl with terminal cancer
An online fundraiser has been created for a 12 year old Hereford girl who has been diagnosed with terminal cancer. Layla has a TP53 gene mutation inherited from her Dad which means that she is at a much higher risk of developing certain types of cancer than the rest...
NEWS | River Wye pollution legal team to attend Hay Festival to provide information to the public about legal action
Please Note: The following articles is a press release from law firm Leigh Day: A team of Leigh Day lawyers will attend the annual Hay Festival at Stand 7 where residents can go to meet them and put their questions about the collective legal action against the alleged...
NEWS | Motorist arrested on suspicion of drink driving after leaving the scene when their vehicle collided with a house
A motorist that fled the scene of a collision has been arrested on suspicion of drink driving. The motorist, who Police are yet to name, was involved in a collision with a house near Tenbury Wells. The occupants of the vehicle fled the scene, but Police quickly...
MISSING TEENAGER | Urgent appeal launched following the disappearance of a 16-year-old girl
West Mercia Police have launched a missing persons appeal following the disappearance of a 16-year-old girl. Molly, who is 16-years-old, is missing from Worcester. Molly was last seen at around 4.10am yesterday morning (Wednesday 22 May) in the Sabrina Bridge...
NEWS | The mother of a man who fell into the River Wye on Monday evening is appealing to the public for information to help locate her missing son
The mother of a man who fell into the River Wye on Monday evening is appealing to the public for information to help locate her missing son. Police were called at 6.35pm on Monday (20 May) with a report that 20-year-old Jake Jones from Sedbury in Chepstow had entered...
NEWS | West Yorkshire Police issue urgent appeal after a wanted man was spotted near Tesco in Hereford
Police have issued a further appeal for wanted man Martin Sales after a sighting in Hereford. From West Yorkshire Police: Extensive enquiries are continuing to locate Sales, 41, who is wanted for a serious assault offence. These enquiries have traced him to the...
NEWS | Motorist arrested on suspicion of drink driving after leaving the scene when their vehicle collided with a house
A motorist that fled the scene of a collision has been arrested on suspicion of drink driving. The motorist, who Police are yet to name, was involved in a collision with a house near Tenbury Wells. The occupants of the vehicle fled the scene, but Police quickly...
MISSING PERSON | Police are appealing for help in finding a vulnerable teenage girl who has gone missing
Police are appealing for help in finding a vulnerable teenage girl who has gone missing from Gloucester. Poppy, aged 17, was last seen in Hucclecote Road shortly after 9pm yesterday evening, Tuesday 21 May. Officers are concerned for her welfare and are asking anybody...
NEWS | Road closure in place as emergency services respond to a serious collision in Herefordshire this morning
There is a road closure in place in Herefordshire this morning, with emergency services responding to a collision. The collision has occurred on the A44 to the west of Pembridge. The road is closed in both directions. West Mercia Police and West Midlands...
JOBS | Tesco has several job vacancies available at its stores in Herefordshire – including Belmont
Tesco has several job vacancies available at its stores in Hereford. The company has job positions available at its store in Belmont, as well as roles at its One Stop store in Ross-on-Wye. The job positions available at the Belmont store in the South Wye area of the...
NEWS | Important information for all households that pay Council Tax in Herefordshire and receive discounts or exemptions
From Herefordshire Council: You can get money off your Council Tax bill, or even pay nothing, in certain circumstances. Discounts and exemptions A discount or exemption depends on your current situation and circumstances, but does not take account of income or...
NEWS | West Mercia Police officers are appealing for information after four burglaries were reported on the same day in Herefordshire
West Mercia Police officers are appealing for information after four burglaries were reported on the same day in Herefordshire. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police (Bromyard Safer Neighbourhood Team) said: “On 17th May around 8am, at a property in Avenbury, just...
NEWS | All the information you need to know about Hereford’s two new Dental Centre’s that will open their doors over the coming months
Huge numbers of people have been registering their interest in a new NHS Dental Centre that’s set to open in the coming weeks on Commercial Street in Hereford. A second Dental Centre is also expected to open in the South Wye area of the city in the coming months. NHS...
WEATHER WARNING | Herefordshire told to brace for up to 24 hours of rain with 60-80mm falling in places – leading to flooding
Herefordshire has been told to brace for up to 24 hours of rain, from midnight tonight, until the early hours of Thursday morning. The Met Office had originally left Hereford out of its warning for heavy rain on Wednesday, but model updates have meant that the warning...
NEWS | A 77-year-old man has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for sex offences against a child
A man from Malvern has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for sex offences against a child. Robert Hampton, aged 77, of Somers Court in Upper Howsell Road, Malvern was found guilty of seven counts of offences including: One count of rape of a boy under 13 Two counts...
NEWS | Police launch appeal after thieves smashed their way into a house in a Herefordshire village in broad daylight causing a huge amount of damage
Update - Police have now shared an appeal. On 17th May, a property in Weston Beggard, was broken into. The intruder forced entry via French Windows. Several rooms were ransacked. Whilst items of jewellery, money, and clothing were amongst some of the items taken. We...
NEWS | Police are searching for a man wearing sunglasses who was seen acting suspiciously in a Herefordshire village
West Mercia Police officers are appealing for information after a man was seen acting suspiciously in a Herefordshire village. The suspicious activity occurred in the village of Kingstone. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police (South Wye Hereford) said: “We...