An update on the collision that occurred earlier today from Gloucestershire Constabulary. We can update that a woman has died following the below collision, which was between a black Honda estate and a grey Peugeot 208. A woman in her 80s who was a passenger in the...
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NEWS | Herefordshire Council says it will not be possible to compensate Widemarsh Street traders because it risks opening the floodgates to claims across the county
Devastating losses of up to 50% in sales have been reported in Widemarsh Street following a survey from the Hereford BID on the impact of the 17-week road improvement program. Consequently, the business support organisation, a private limited company based in the city...
WEATHER WARNING | Strong winds likely to affect Herefordshire today with thunderstorms and torrential downpours also possible
Unseasonably windy weather is set to affect parts of Herefordshire today, with torrential downpours also likely at times. The Met Office has issued a weather warning, to now include Herefordshire. The Weather Warning issued by the Met Office for Herefordshire says: “A...
NEWS | Over 4,650 Herefordshire children set to receive free food vouchers for the summer holidays Herefordshire Council confirms
Over 4,650 Herefordshire children set to receive free food vouchers for the summer holidays Thousands of Herefordshire children and young people in nurseries, schools and colleges will continue to receive free school meals support during the summer holidays.Over 4,650...
EDUCATION | SATs results show Herefordshire’s primary schools and academies are well above the national average
SATs results show Herefordshire’s primary schools and academies are well above the national average. Herefordshire’s Year 6 pupils are celebrating this week after achieving some fantastic results in the national SATs tests. Provisional outcomes for Herefordshire's...
WEATHER WARNING | Unseasonably windy weather set to affect parts of Herefordshire on Saturday with torrential downpours also likely
Unseasonably windy weather is set to affect parts of Herefordshire on Saturday, with torrential downpours also likely at times. The Met Office has issued a weather warning, to now include Herefordshire. The Weather Warning issued by the Met Office for Herefordshire on...
NEWS | Former Hereford United player Karl Goddard passes away aged 55
Former Hereford United player Karl Goddard has sadly passed away aged 55. Goddard was signed by then manager Colin Addison in the summer of 1990 from Bradford City, and he made his debut in a 1-0 defeat away at Chesterfield on the 8th September 1990. The following...
BREAKING | Hereford BID seeks compensation for Widemarsh Street businesses who have reported losses of up to 50% in sales during improvement works project
Devastating losses of up to 50% in sales have been reported in Widemarsh Street following a survey from the Hereford BID on the impact of the 17-week road improvement program. Consequently, the business support organisation, a private limited company based in the city...
PRESS RELEASE | The Government confirms that NHS staff are set to receive a pay rise with doctors and dentists to receive an increase of at least 6% this year
Press Release from the UK Government: Pay scales for most doctors and dentists to increase by at least a 6% this year after the government accepted the recommendations from the independent pay review bodies in full. Around 130,000 full-time equivalent doctors and...
NEWS | Emergency traffic lights in place after vehicle causes serious damage to a Grade II Listed Bridge near Hereford
Emergency traffic lights have been put in place on the A438 at Lugwardine Bridge. Balfour Beatty Living Places, working together with Herefordshire Council, have implemented a lane closure on the A438, following significant damage to the Lugwardine Bridge. The bridge...
NEWS | West Mercia Police say that a 9-year-old boy has suffered a serious injuries following a dog attack
From West Mercia Police: Yesterday morning (Wednesday 12 July) we reported that a 68-year-old woman and a 38-year-old man had been injured by a family pet at a home in Boughton Avenue in Worcester. We’re shocked and saddened to say that a second, unconnected, incident...
NEWS | 15-year-old boy pleads not guilty to attempted wounding with intent following stabbing of teacher in Tewkesbury
A 15-year-old boy charged in connection with an incident at Tewkesbury Academy earlier this week has appeared in court. The teenager, who cannot be named for legal reasons, appeared at Cheltenham Magistrates’ Youth Court yesterday (Wednesday 12 July). He pleaded...
NOW OPEN! | The Midlands Air Ambulance Shop has opened in Hereford this morning and we’ve been along to visit
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity’s expanding trading company is set to open its eighth charity shop, with its first in Herefordshire. The new shop, located on Commercial Street in Hereford will open on Thursday 13th July and will help boost...
NEWS | Midlands Air Ambulance Charity’s new Hereford shop to open today and it’s certainly worth a visit!
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity’s expanding trading company is set to open its eighth charity shop, with its first in Herefordshire. The new shop, located on Commercial Street in Hereford will open on Thursday 13th July and will help boost...
BREAKING | Air ambulance called after three people were injured following a dog attack this morning
Three people have been injured after a dog attack in Worcester. West Midlands Ambulance Service was called to a private address off Bransford Road at 9.11am. Two ambulances, two paramedic officers and the Midlands Air Ambulance from Strensham were sent to the scene. A...
NEWS | A Hereford restaurant – famous for its amazing Sunday Roasts has closed its doors for the final time
A popular Hereford restaurant has closed its doors after three years trading in the city centre. No.9 The Balcony, located in Bewell Square, just off Bewell Street in Hereford, has closed its doors for the final time, a source from a nearby business told Your...
NEWS | Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews called to McDonald’s in Hereford this morningÂ
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews have been called to McDonald’s in Hereford this morning. A crew have been seen outside the McDonald’s fast food restaurant on Commercial Street. Surrounding businesses remain open at present. Your Herefordshire...
FEATURED | The Courtyard teams up with Herefordshire Wildlife Trust for a summer of events atQueenswood Country Park
The Courtyard’s summer show, Down to the Woods, is produced by their Senior Youth Theatre and will run in Hereford from 19th to 22nd July. The show is an immersive experience created especially for 2 to 7-year olds but can be enjoyed by the whole family. The theme...
NEWS | A man has been jailed for two and a half years for the rape and sexual assault of 6-year-old girl over 20 years ago
A man from Worcestershire has been jailed for two and a half years for the rape and sexual assault of girl over 20 years ago. He will also be added to the sex offenders’ register for life. Craig Watson, 39 of Walter Nash Road West in Kidderminster was sentenced on...
NEWS | The family of Beatrice Corry, who was killed by her son Matthew, have paid tribute to their utterly dedicated mother and grandmother
The family of Beatrice Corry, who was killed by her son Matthew in Chipping Campden in Gloucestershire earlier this year, has paid tribute to an 'utterly dedicated...and dynamic mother and grandmother'. Yesterday (Monday 10 July) Matthew Corry, 46, was given a Section...
BREAKING | A 15-year-old boy has been charged in connection with an incident at Tewkesbury Academy which left a male teacher with a single stab wound
A 15-year-old boy has been charged in connection with an incident at Tewkesbury Academy which left a male teacher with a single stab wound. The teen, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was charged this evening (Tuesday 11 July) with section 18 attempt wounding...
NEWS | A new furniture accessories store that sells knobs, hinges and much more has opened on Commercial Road in Hereford
A new furniture accessories store has opened on Commercial Road in Hereford. Fittix, a furniture accessories store opened this week. Matt from Your Herefordshire popped in and met the friendly and helpful team earlier today. The store will no doubt be welcomed by...
NEWS | A popular Hereford restaurant has closed its doors after three years in the city centreÂ
A popular Hereford restaurant has closed its doors after three years trading in the city centre. No.9 The Balcony, located in Bewell Square, just off Bewell Street in Hereford, has closed its doors for the final time, a source from a nearby business told Your...
REVEALED | Golden Galleon owners look set to open a new venture on Commercial Road in HerefordÂ
The owners of the Golden Galleon in Hereford look set to be opening a new venture on Commercial Road in Hereford, Your Herefordshire can reveal. Herefordshire Council’s planning website states that an application has been made for a Lawful Development Certificate for...
NEWS | Police arrest registered sex offender from Herefordshire who failed to turn up to court for sentencing after attempting to engage in sexual activity with a childÂ
58-year-old Phillip Allen from Ross-on-Wye, who was wanted on warrant for failing to appear at court for sentencing, has now been arrested and remanded in custody, Police have confirmed. Previous article: Police in Hereford are looking for 58-year-old Phillip Allen...
NEWS | Teenage boy remains in police custody this morning on suspicion of attempted murder following the stabbing of a teacher in Tewkesbury on Monday
A teenage boy remains in police custody, after being arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, after a teacher was stabbed at a school in Tewkesbury on Monday morning. Your Herefordshire understands that the teacher has since been released from hospital following...
FEATURED | Hereford Museum will be a world-class contemporary facility that includes the Herefordshire Hoard once £15 million refurbishment work is completeÂ
The Hereford Museum on Broad Street will be a world-class contemporary facility that includes the Herefordshire Hoard, once refurbishment work is complete. Work is anticipated to be completed in 2025, with the Library moving to a new location in the city to provide...
NEWS | A man wanted in connection with the deaths of at least 27 people who drowned attempting to cross the English Channel in a dinghy in November 2021 has been extradited to France
A man wanted in connection with the deaths of at least 27 people who drowned attempting to cross the English Channel in a dinghy in November 2021 has been extradited to France to face trial. National Crime Agency investigators tracked down 32-year-old Harem Ahmed...
FEATURED | An area of land on the outskirts of Hereford is to become haven for people and wildlife with wildflowers creating a home for bees, butterflies and even barn owls
An area of land on the outskirts of Hereford is to become haven for people and wildlife with wildflowers creating a home for bees, butterflies and even barn owls Bartonsham Meadows lie within the meander of the River Wye to the south east of the city and are a popular...
NEWS | Motorists warned to expect a month of delays with road closures in place on the A49 between Hereford and Ross-on-Wye for road maintenance work
Image Credit: Google Street View - Image Date - November 2020 Motorists are being warned to expect a month of delays later this year, with road closures in place on the A49 between Hereford and Ross-on-Wye for road maintenance work to take place. National Highways...
NEWS | Teacher in ‘stable condition’ after suffering single stab wound during incident at Tewkesbury Academy
The following statement has been released on behalf of Assistant Chief Constable Richard Ocone in relation to an incident at Tewkesbury Academy this morning, Monday 10 July. ACC Ocone said: "Just after 9am this morning we received a call from someone telling us...
BREAKING | Boy arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a teaching was stabbed at a school in Tewkesbury
A teenager has been arrested after a teacher was taken to hospital with stab wounds following an incident at a school in Tewkesbury. An adult has been taken to hospital with a suspected stab wound following an incident at Tewkesbury School on Ashchurch Road,...
LATEST | Teenager arrested after teacher taken to hospital with stab wounds following incident at a school in TewkesburyÂ
A teenager has been arrested after a teacher was taken to hospital with stab wounds following an incident at a school in Tewkesbury. An adult has been taken to hospital with a suspected stab wound following an incident at Tewkesbury School on Ashchurch Road,...
BREAKING NEWS | Police launch investigation after a teacher was stabbed by a student at a school this morning
An adult has been taken to hospital with a suspected stab wound following an incident at Tewkesbury School. Police were called around 9.10am today (Monday 10 July) with a report a pupil had stabbed a teacher. A teenage boy has been arrested in connection with the...
NEWS | The Green Dragon Hotel is delighted to announce that it has partnered with Peter Cooks Bread to offer the city’s widest selection of freshly-baked treats from the award-winning baker
The Green Dragon Hotel is delighted to announce that it has partnered with Peter Cooks Bread to offer the city’s widest selection of freshly-baked treats from the award-winning baker. The Garrick Lounge is open seven days a week from 6.30am to 3pm, offering...
NEWS | Police provide update on investigation following reports of a rape in Hereford on Saturday morning
UPDATE - Police confirm that a 32-year-old man arrested on suspicion of rape on Saturday in Hereford has been released on bail. Previous Update Below: A 32-year-old man has been arrested following a rape in Hereford in the early hours of Saturday morning. At...
NEWS | Latest from Police as 32-year-old man arrested on suspicion of rape after an incident in Hereford in the early hours of Saturday morningÂ
UPDATE - Police confirm that a 32-year-old man arrested on suspicion of rape on Saturday in Hereford has been released on bail. Previous Update Below: A 32-year-old man has been arrested following a rape in Hereford in the early hours of Saturday morning. At...
BOOK NOW | A number of FREE activities are available for parents to book for their kids this summer – including football, inflatable adventure park and martial arts!
Herefordshire Council’s Talk Community programme is free for all school aged children (reception to Year 11), who are eligible for benefit related free school meals. There’s a fantastic range of exciting indoor and outdoor activities to choose from. ...
UK NEWS | A second child has sadly died following a serious road traffic collision in Wimbledon on Thursday
A second child has sadly died following a serious road traffic collision in Wimbledon on Thursday. She has been named as 8-year-old Nuria Sajjad. Nuria’s family have released the following statement: “It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing...
BREAKING | The BBC confirms that it has suspended a ‘male member of staff’ accused of paying a teenager for sexually explicit photosÂ
The BBC has suspended a male member of staff accused of paying a teenager for sexually explicit photos “The BBC takes any allegations seriously and we have robust internal processes in place to proactively deal with such allegations. “This is a complex and fast...
NEWS | Work well underway to turn Castle Green Pavilion into a ‘thriving and sustainable’ community hub as part of £1.5 million redevelopment
Friends of Castle Green CIC is delighted to have appointed a contractor to carry out the refurbishment works to the Pavilion. Local building construction company Vision BD commenced work in May, after a lengthy tender process. The company will realise Friends of...
NEWS | Herefordshire Choir Le Voci win at International Eisteddfod Llangollen
Le Voci Ladies choir from Hereford were delighted to win the equal voice competition at the Llangollen International Eisteddfod yesterday in Wales. The international eisteddfod features choirs from around the world and this category featured music written by a...
FEATURED | The independent lifestyle store in Hereford that’s full of beautiful items that are perfect for your loved onesÂ
It’s often hard to decide what to buy a loved one for their birthday or any other special occasion such as Christmas. However, we have some good news. Lunaria Lifestyle have moved from Commercial Street, to Maylord Orchards in Hereford and have a wide selection of...
REVEALED | A derelict Hereford public toilet block is set to become a cafe after a lease was granted by Herefordshire CouncilÂ
A Hereford toilet block could be given a new lease of life, after Herefordshire Council decided to give a award a lease for the building. Herefordshire Council documents shared this week state the following: The Widemarsh public convenience has been closed for a...
FOOTBALL | Positive signs as The Bulls beat West Brom U21s in a pre season friendly at Edgar Street
There is plenty of positivity in the air around Edgar Street at present, with club and its supporters buoyant about the prospects for the season ahead. The Bulls followed up a 4-1 victory over Hereford Pegasus last weekend, with a 2-0 victory over West Brom U21s...
NEWS | Latest from Police as 32-year-old man arrested on suspicion of rape after an incident in Hereford in the early hours of Saturday morningÂ
A 32-year-old man has been arrested following a rape in Hereford in the early hours of Saturday morning. At 4.20am on Saturday 8 July West Mercia Police received a report of a rape on Grandstand Road. The suspect, a 32-year-old man, was quickly located and...
FEATURED | The Herefordshire restaurant serving a delicious breakfast, afternoon tea and an incredible Sunday roast!
When it comes to food, Herefordshire has some incredible restaurants, and this one is up there! The Causeway Restaurant, located at The Herefordshire Golf Club, in Wormsley, offers a wonderful menu, with incredible views across the stunning golf course, with landmarks...
BREAKING | A 32-year-old man has been arrested following a rape in Hereford in the early hours of this morning
A 32-year-old man has been arrested following a rape in Hereford in the early hours of this morning. At 4.20am this morning (Saturday 8 July) we received a report of a rape on Grandstand Road. The suspect, a 32-year-old man, was quickly located and arrested on...
BREAKING – PLEASE SHARE | Police cordon off Co-op car park and surrounding areas in Bobblestock in Hereford following incident overnightÂ
West Mercia Police have cordoned off the co-op car park in Hereford, as well as surrounding areas, this morning. Several parts of Bobblestock are cordoned off, as well as Three Elms Road. Officers and a scene guard remain at the scene this morning. An incident is...
NEWS | Police issue appeal after a 58-year-old man died in a collision involving two motorcyclists and a car
Police received a report of a road traffic collision on the A468, near Bedwas, at around 5.50pm on Friday 7 July. Officers attended, along with personnel from the Wales Air Ambulance and Welsh Ambulance Service, and the collision involved two motorcycles and a car. A...