Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service have explained why they were called to the Old Market in Hereford on Monday afternoon. Crews were called alongside West Mercia Police, to the Old Market, following reports that a sign on the building had become unstable...
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NEWS | Emergency services responding to an incident at the Old Market in Hereford this afternoon
Emergency services are currently responding to an incident at the Old Market in Hereford. Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service are in attendance, alongside West Mercia Police at the incident near the former Debenhams unit. Newmarket Street is currently...
NEWS | Hundreds of runners descended on Hereford for one of the city’s largest multi-distance running events on Sunday
Hundreds of runners descended on Hereford for one of the city’s largest multi-distance running events. In bright sunshine, more than 600 runners took part in Sunday’s RUN Hereford at the city’s Livestock Market,competing...
NEWS | Anyone who owns a weapon in Herefordshire can surrender it at Hereford Police Station this week
This week, West Mercia Police is joining police forces up and down the country to support ‘Operation Sceptre’- a week long national campaign aimed at tackling knife crime. Between April 2022 and March 2023, knife crime fell across Herefordshire, Shropshire and...
NEWS | There was standing room only at Hereford Cathedral on Saturday as a huge congregation gathered to pay tribute to two fallen firefighters
There was standing room only at Hereford Cathedral on Saturday as a huge congregation gathered to pay tribute to two fallen firefighters. On 6 September 1993, Leading Firefighter John Davies and Firefighter David Morris lost their lives fighting a massive factory fire...
NEWS | Jesse Norman MP has met with colleagues from two Vertu Motors dealerships in Hereford to celebrate more than 600 years long service
The Rt Hon Jesse Norman, MP for Hereford and South Herefordshire, met with colleagues from two Vertu Motors dealerships in Hereford to celebrate more than 600 years long service. The colleagues working at Vertu Hereford Volkswagen and Vertu Hereford Audi include...
NEWS | Mountain Warehouse is set to relocate from High Town to the Old Market in Hereford this summer Â
Your Herefordshire understands that a new store is set to open at the Outfit unit at Old Market Hereford in the coming months. Mountain Warehouse, currently located in High Town, is expected to open in the unit in June/July, according to an unnamed source. ...
TICKETS | Tickets are now on sale for Hereford Indie Food Festival – Held over the August Bank Holiday weekend
The hugely successful Hereford Indie Food Festival will return in August! Hereford Indie Food is a 3 day urban festival of street food, music, makers, and produce - set in the heart of Hereford city. Last year’s festival saw over 7000 people come to the 2 day event,...
BREAKING | Government announces that an NHS Community Diagnostic Centre will open in Hereford providing 38,000 tests, checks and scans a year
Tens of thousands of patients across the country are set to benefit from six new community diagnostic centres (CDCs) opening this year – with the ‘one-stop shops’ due to deliver more than 500,000 additional tests, checks and scans a year. Cutting waiting lists is one...
NEWS | The Beefy Boys have launched a breakfast menu at their Hereford restaurant and it’s got the whole city talkingÂ
The Beefy Boys have launched a breakfast menu at their Hereford restaurant and it’s got the whole city talking! The news was revealed in a post on the Beefy Boys Facebook page on Saturday and it’s gone down a treat with fans. The Facebook post said: “You asked for it,...
NEWS | Police issue alert following reports of rogue traders calling at properties in Herefordshire over the past few days Â
West Mercia Police officers in Leominster have issued an alert to residents following reports of rogue traders calling at properties in the area over recent days. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police (Leominster Cops) said: “Over the last week we have seen a number...
NEWS | £600 up for grabs in a fitness challenge
Summer Transformation Challenge! We are bringing out a brand-new programme guaranteed to get you in great shape this summer. That's not all ... We also have a huge prize to give away! The 12-week Transformation Summer Challenge is your chance to secure 12 weeks of...
NEWS | How a photo on Your Herefordshire of cattle in a Herefordshire waterway sparked a debate that has reached more than 3 million peopleÂ
Often here at Your Herefordshire, we get sent wonderful photos of the county by members of the public. Just a week ago was no different. Rob Deakin sent us in a photo (seen below) of some cattle in a waterway near Mordiford Bridge in Herefordshire. The...
NEWS | West Mercia Police Crime Commissioner John Campion has secured funding to support those affected by domestic abuse in Herefordshire
Focused on tackling domestic abuse and protecting victims, PCC John Campion has secured £1.2m of Home Office funding to support the rollout of a West Mercia wide domestic abuse perpetrator programme. In line with PCC John Campion’s commitment to tackle all forms of...
FEATURED | Hereford author launches book about his experiences working with SAS in the Middle East and West Africa
A local author has launched a book about working with the SAS. First-time author and Hereford local, Graeme Simpson, has launched a book about his experiences working with former SAS soldiers in the Middle East and West Africa. The book is now available for...
UK NEWS | A man has been found guilty of murdering schoolgirl Nikki Allan after she was stabbed to death more than 30 years ago
David Boyd murdered the seven-year-old near her Sunderland home in October 1992 A man has been found guilty of murdering Sunderland schoolgirl Nikki Allan after she was stabbed to death more than 30 years ago. David Boyd, 55, led seven-year-old Nikki away from outside...
FOOTBALL | 300 season tickets sold as Bulls announce Paul Caddis’s first signing as manager leaving fans with plenty of optimismÂ
Hereford FC have announced their first signing of the Paul Caddis era, with Lassana Mendes signing from Bala on a 1-year deal subject to FA approval and international clearance. Bulls manager, Paul Caddis, had this to say: “Lassana will bring an abundance...
NEWS | The number of people turned away from polling stations due to having no ID has been revealed by Herefordshire Council
From Herefordshire Council: Data released today by Herefordshire Council shows the number of people who brought ID to the polling station for local elections on 4 May. The data shows that 99.8% of electors who came to vote in Herefordshire polling stations brought...
NEWS | A West Mercia Police officer has been jailed after he was found guilty of rape and sexual assaults
A West Mercia Police officer has been jailed after he was found guilty of rape and sexual assaults. Michael Darbyshire, 57, had been charged with one count of rape and five counts of sexual assault. A jury at Worcester Crown Court found him guilty of all charges...
NEWS | Fundraising page set up to support the family of a Herefordshire man who died in a collision last weekendÂ
A fundraising page has been set up to help support the family of a Herefordshire man who died in a collision last weekend. 39-year-old Adrian died in a collision in South Shropshire on Sunday 7th May. A post on Just Giving said: “On the evening of Sunday 7th May 2023,...
FEATURED | Hereford set for a fabulous night of Boxing on Saturday as four local clubs take on Team Midlands at The Point4Â
Hereford is set to be treated to a fabulous night of Boxing, with four local clubs teaming up to take on Team Midlands at The Point4. The event will see boxers from the City of Hereford Boxing Academy, Hereford Boxing Academy, Leominster Police Boxing Academy and...
BREAKING | Four people arrested in connection with a fatal collision where two women and a four-year-old boy died
Four people have been arrested in connection with a collision that happened in Callow Hill on Wednesday evening (10 May). The collision happened at around 10.15pm on the A456 between a Ford Focus and an Audi A7, sadly three people died. Three men aged 31, 25, 18 and...
BREAKING | Two Herefordshire men have been sent to prison for an assault that happened in 2018
Two men have been sent to prison for an assault that happened in 2018 Darren Sutton, 30 years-old, of Dry Thistle Close in Bromyard in Herefordshire was sent to prison for four years. Samuel Walker, 27-years-old, C/o HMP Hewell - formerly of Kenwater Close in...
NEWS | Hay-on-Wye company chosen to carry out repair works costing £135,000 at the Black and White House Museum in HerefordÂ
Photo credit: Just Jon Simpson A company from Hay-on-Wye has been chosen to carry out repair works costing 135,000 at the Black and White House Museum in Hereford. Splitlath Ltd were awarded the contract by Herefordshire Council in a recent decision. “Splitlath BC,...
NEWS | Leominster is on the lookout for an ‘ale taster’ to help with upcoming eventsÂ
Leominster is on the lookout for an unusual job role, an ‘ale taster’ …. From Leominster Tourist Information: Leominster Town records show that in the 16th and 17th centuries the town employed two Fish-tasters, Bread-weighers and Ale-tasters whose job it was to ensure...
NEWS | Flash flooding and funnel clouds reported as Herefordshire hit by thunderstorms and torrential downpoursÂ
Parts of Herefordshire were hit by thunderstorms on Thursday evening, causing funnel clouds and flash flooding in places. The worst affected areas were to the east of Hereford, with the A438 (Hereford to Ledbury Road) and A4103 (Hereford to Worcester Road) partially...
NEWS | Police issue alert after two young males were followed by a transit van in the South Wye area of Hereford this eveningÂ
West Mercia Police officers in Hereford have issued an alert following a report of suspicious behaviour in Hereford this evening. The report came from the Hinton area of South Wye. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “South Wye Safer Neighbourhood Team...
NEWS | The A417 has reopened in both directions at Birdlip after investigations following a fatal collision were completedÂ
The A417 has now reopened in both directions between the Air Balloon roundabout and Nettleton Bottom following yesterday evening's fatal collision in Birdlip. Gloucestershire Constabulary would like to thank motorists for their patience and co-operation during the...
NEWS | Police say a busy route is likely to remain closed for the next two days following a fatal collision overnight
Three people have died following a collision near to the Duke William Pub in Callow Hill on the A456. The collision happened at approximately 10.15pm on Wednesday 10 May and involved a blue Ford Focus and a black Audi A7 The Ford Focus was travelling towards...
NEWS | Police appeal for information after three people died in a collision involving two vehicles
Three people have died following a collision near to the Duke William Pub in Callow Hill on the A456. The collision happened at approximately 10.15pm on Wednesday 10 May and involved a blue Ford Focus and a black Audi A7 The Ford Focus was travelling towards...
BREAKING | Police are appealing for information after a woman in her 40s died in a fatal collision overnight
Officers are appealing for witnesses to a fatal collision which happened on the A417 in Birdlip last night, Wednesday 10 May. Police were called shortly after 9pm with a report of a two vehicle collision just before the junction for Birdlip. The collision...
LATEST | It’s a week since the local elections and talks are ongoing between groups to decide who will lead the councilÂ
It’s a week since the local elections in Herefordshire, and talks are ongoing between groups to decide who will lead the council. The Conservatives are in a strong position with the largest number of seats (21), with other parties such as the Lib Dems (12) and...
NEWS | Care Quality Commission reveal findings of inspection that took place at Hereford County Hospital in October 2022
The Care Quality Commission carried out an inspection of Hereford County Hospital in October 2022 and detailed the following findings: “We carried out this unannounced focused inspection within the surgical and medicine core services. “We checked the quality of...
NEWS | Live music to welcome visitors to Hereford city centre over the coming months with local acts showcased
It’s back! Hereford City Life’s live performance event series, City Life Presents, is returning for 2023 with ten brand new dates! First introduced last year, this series showcased Herefordshire talent and provided...
NEWS | Hereford County Hospital could soon have additional beds as part of a proposed addition to developmentÂ
Hereford County Hospital could soon have additional beds, as part of a proposed addition to a development at the site. An update to a planning application has been submitted to Herefordshire Council, detailing the following: “The proposal is an extension to the...
NEWS | A major route is to remain closed until at least midday due to investigation work taking place following a serious collision
The A417 is closed in both directions between the A419/A429 (Burford Road) and A436 (The Air Balloon Roundabout) following a serious collision involving 2 vehicles. Emergency services are on scene, and the road is likely to remain closed until at least midday today...
NEWS | The A417 is closed at Birdlip in Gloucestershire this evening following a serious collision and will remain closed for several hoursÂ
The A417 is closed in both directions at Birdlip this evening following a serious collision. A spokesperson for Gloucestershire Constabulary said: “We've closed the A417 following a serious collision in Birdlip this evening (Wednesday 10 May). “Emergency services were...
NEWS | Prison for the ringleader of a gang which ran a £10 million a month drugs laboratory
The kingpin of an organised crime group that controlled one of the largest amphetamine laboratories ever found in the UK has been jailed for 18 years. National Crime Agency investigators identified encrypted messaging platform EncroChat was being used to run the lab...
NEWS | Thousands of people in Herefordshire could be eligible for a Blue Light Card saving you money at Asda, The Courtyard, Amazing Asia and many other businesses
30 organisations across the United Kingdom are signed up to the Blue Light Card scheme where staff members are entitled to discounts at a large number of shops and restaurants, as well as other businesses. Discounts are available both online and on the high street....
NEWS | Households in Herefordshire advised to check if they are entitled to a Council Tax bill discount with thousands of residents possibly eligible
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 savings. If you are on a low...
FOOTBALL | 200 season tickets sold within the first few days as Hereford FC supporters sense optimism with new manager
Hereford FC have confirmed that 200 season tickets have been sold within the first few days, with supporters sensing new optimism with new manager Paul Caddis. 2023/24 season-tickets and renewals went on sale on Friday afternoon as attention turns to the campaign...
NEWS | FREE parent and child swimming lesson taster sessions available for children aged 3-6 months, 18-24 months and 3-4 years-old at Hereford Leisure Pool
FREE parent and child swimming lesson taster sessions for children aged 3-6 months, 18-24 months, and 3-4 years at Hereford Leisure Pool! These sessions are completely FREE and a great way to find out all the benefits of introducing your child to swimming in a fun and...
NEWS | Sir Bill Wiggin says it will be a difficult task for the new council to ‘undo the damage done by the Independent-Green coalition’ over the coming years
Sir Bill Wiggin, Member of Parliament for North Herefordshire, has expressed his delight at the recent Herefordshire Council election results, which saw the Conservative Party gain 8 seats to become the largest party in Herefordshire, with 21 seats in total. Speaking...
NEWS | Ofsted has rated a Herefordshire Primary School as ‘good’ following an inspection that took place in February
Ofsted has rated a Herefordshire Primary School as ‘good’ following an inspection that took place in February. Ofsted visited Clifford Primary School, near Hay-on-Wye on 28th February. Here is what the report on the school said: “Clifford Primary School is a...
NEWS | Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service provide an update after a lorry carrying a number of sheep caught fireÂ
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service have provided an update after crews were called to reports of a lorry on fire in Leominster on Tuesday afternoon. A spokesperson for Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (Leominster Fire Station) said:...
NEWS | Aldi has launched a brand new range of biscuit flavour teas – including Jaffa and Salted Caramel and they’ll be available in stores within days
Aldi has launched a brand-new range of biscuit flavoured teas, including two supermarket firsts, and one which is sure to cause some debates amongst tea lovers. Launching in stores from 15th May, shoppers can get their hands on three different flavoured teas, Jaffa,...
NEWS | 23-year-old man who asked young girls from the West Mercia area for indecent images on Instagram and Snapchat jailed for 12 years
What started as a one word Instagram message ended with a 12-year prison sentence for Jack David Peter Jones, of Cynghordy in Llandovery. The 23-year-old used Instagram and Snapchat to start conversations with girls as young as nine, before encouraging them to send...
NEWS | West Mercia Police reveal findings of gross misconduct hearing against a former officer who was found to be engaging in sexual activity with a vulnerable person whilst on duty
A gross misconduct hearing has found a former West Mercia Police officer would have been dismissed from the force had he not already resigned. The hearing, which took place earlier today (Tuesday 9 May), upheld an allegation that the conduct of former PC Mark Hidden,...
NEWS | A Hereford pub has reopened its doors to the public just months after it suddenly closedÂ
A Hereford pub has reopened its doors to the public, just months after it suddenly closed. The Plough Inn on Whitecross Road in Hereford suddenly closed earlier this year, when the management team left. A notice was left on the door saying that the closure was...
NEWS | Emergency services responding to a collision on a major route in Herefordshire this eveningÂ
Emergency services are currently responding to a collision on a major route in Herefordshire this evening. The collision has occurred on the A449 (between Preston Cross and Ledbury). The road is currently closed in both directions with emergency services in...