Photo Credit: Gordon Bucher From Herefordshire Council: Blueschool Street, Hereford has been closed to traffic since Thursday 13th March when surveys associated with planned resurfacing work found suspected voids underneath the carriageway. Since then, investigation...
Hay Festival has unveiled the full programme for its 38th spring edition in Hay-on-Wye, Wales, with more than 600 events over 11 days, 22 May–1 June 2025. Headliners include activists Yulia Navalnaya, Mary Trump, Caroline Darian; actors Jameela Jamil, Michael Sheen,...
Press Release from Welsh Water: The average Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water household customer bill will increase by 27% for 2025-26, from £503 to £639. This comes as the company prepares for a new investment period for 2025-30, which will see a step change in investment. More...
From Herefordshire Council: Throughout 2025/26, Herefordshire Council is investing an additional £13.5million into the county’s highway network. This will consist of £10million for A & B roads and £3.5million for C & U roads, and follows on from the additional...
Image Credit: Ministry of Defence Have you ever been in a Puma Helicopter? March sees the draw down of the helicopter, which has carried troops, supplies and humanitarian aid in operations and exercises around the world since 1971. On 31 March the Puma HC.Mk2...
Occupying a stunning location and set in over four acres of land, an exceptionally spacious single-storey contemporary barn conversion with extensive panoramic far reaching southerly views, seeing both Dilwyn and Weobley churches. Guide Price - £925,000 Situations and...
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service are reportedly responding to reports of a fire near a Herefordshire village this evening. The incident is in the Staunton-on-Wye area of Herefordshire. Local residents have reported seeing flames rising from...
Latest Update - 4.22pm Friday “Following an earlier power outage, Heathrow is now safely able to restart flights. “To maintain the safety of our passengers and colleagues, Heathrow will running a reduced operation prioritising repatriation and relocation of aircraft....
Man jailed for Herefordshire burglaries. A 63-year-old man was yesterday (Thursday 20 March) jailed for two residential burglaries in Herefordshire. Martin Bradley, of Austin Road in Bromsgrove, was handed a 16-month prison sentence for the burglaries which he...
An urgent appeal has been launched by Hereford and Worcester Animal Rescue after a dog was spotted along the road between Kingstone and Abbeydore. From Hereford and Worcester Animal Rescue: DOG LOOSE along the road between Kingstone and Abbeydore (HR2 area). Very...
Asda is doubling down on its commitment to unbeatable value by cutting prices on 1,500 family favourite products both in store and online. This latest wave of Rollback price cuts means nearly 10,000 products—almost a third of Asda’s entire range—has been reduced in...
Fire crews from across Wales continue to tackle grass fires, with a number reported over the past seven days. Aberystwyth Fire Station shared footage of one grass fire that they were called to attend. “Aberystwyth and surrounding crews have been fighting wildfires for...
Photo Credit: Gabriella Karney A children’s cancer charity has a busy 2025 planned – with famous names from the world of sport and television coming to Hereford to help mark the milestone year. The Little Princess Trust was started in 2005 in memory of Hannah Tarplee...
Emergency services are currently responding to a collision on a major route in Herefordshire this afternoon. The collision has occurred on the Hereford to Sutton St Nicholas Road, with significant delays showing near Shelwick. West Mercia Police, West Midlands...
Emergency services are currently responding to a collision on a major route in Herefordshire this afternoon. The collision has occurred on the Hereford to Sutton St Nicholas Road, with significant delays showing near Shelwick. West Mercia Police, West Midlands...
Waitrose & Partners recalls Essential Waitrose & Partners Seafood Sticks because the product shows an incorrect best before date, making it unsafe to eat. The product listed above has been labelled with an incorrect best before date which makes it unsafe to...
Hattie - Bulldog - 5 years old From Hereford and Worcester Animal Rescue: This ladies and gentleman, is the face of another poor soul that has been used and abused! Bred from over and over if her undercarriage is anything to go by, arriving as a stray in poor...
Heathrow Airport will remain closed for the rest of the day (Friday 21st March), following a severe fire at an electrical substation. Passengers have been told to stay away and not to travel to the airport and urged to contact their airline. Major disruption is...
The world’s leading choral music festival returns to Hereford this summer, bringing timeless music and a host of world-class performers to Hereford’s beautiful cathedral and other venues in and around the city. Photo Credit: GL Shooters Taking place from 26 July...
A man has been found guilty of sexually assaulting a child following a trial at Gloucester Crown Court last week. Paul Ockelton, aged 60, had denied a charge of sexually assaulting a girl under 13 by touching, contrary to Section 7 of the Sexual Offences Act 2003. The...
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Heathrow Airport will remain closed for the rest of the day (Friday 21st March), following a severe fire at an electrical substation. Passengers have been told to stay away and not to travel to the airport and urged to contact their airline. Major disruption is...
West Mercia Police carried out 30 warrants and seized over £500k last month (February) as part of a national crackdown on fraud. Throughout February, the force took part in Operation Henhouse, a national fraud intensification campaign led by the National Economic...
Google Street View – Image Date – March 2024 Major work is set to be carried out by National Highways on the A49 in Herefordshire, with road closures and temporary traffic lights in place from 20th March to 15th July. From National Highways: We’re currently carrying...
Meryl Lilian Amott Passed away peacefully at Coldwell House on Monday 10th March 2025 aged 97 years Meryl will be sadly missed by all of family and friends. Meryl’s funeral service will take place on Wednesday 26th March 2025, 4.15pm at...
John Millar aged 87 passed away peacefully at Hereford County Hospital on March 13th 2025. Devoted husband to Angela, Dad to Simon and Sandra and son-in-law, Vin. Much loved Grandad to Ted. John's funeral will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Thursday 10th...
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Fire crews across Wales are tackling several grass fires, with members of the public urged to only call 999 if there is an immediate risk to life or property. South Wales Fire and Rescue Service and Mid & West Wales Fire and Rescue Service are both working around...
Heathrow Airport will remain closed for the rest of the day (Friday 21st March), following a severe fire at an electrical substation. Passengers have been told to stay away and not to travel to the airport and urged to contact their airline. Major disruption is...
Nine Just Stop Oil (JSO) protestors have been convicted after Met officers proactively intervened to prevent their plan to glue themselves onto Heathrow’s runways. Following a trial at Isleworth Crown Court, which started on Monday, 27 January, eight JSO members were...
A new vegetarian/vegan restaurant is set to open in Hereford city centre. The new restaurant is set to open on Commercial Street, opposite McDonald’s in Hereford in the coming months. It will be called ‘Falafel King’. In a post on social media, the owners said:...
It’s set to be a busy end to the season for Westfields Football Club, with the Allpay Park outfit reaching two cup finals. Fields reached the final of the Herefordshire County Challenge Cup earlier this month, beating Alcester Town 2-0 in the Semi Final. ...
Sheila Maureen Woolley Peacefully passed away at home on 13th March 2025, aged 81 years. Beloved wife of Eric. Loving Mum and Mother-in-Law to Stephen and Claire & Andrew and Tam. Much loved Nanny to 7 grandchildren & 11 Great Grandchildren, Sheila will...
The A4103 (Hereford to Worcester Road) is closed in both directions tonight, between Newtown Crossroads and Fromes Hill. The closure is in place between 8pm (Thursday) and 6am (Friday). The closure is to facilitate maintenance of ditches, grips and investigations....
Fire crews in Wales are dealing with an ‘extremely high number’ of calls relating to grass fires, with people told to call 999 if your life or property is in immediate danger. A spokesperson for Mid & West Wales Fire and Rescue Service said: “Our Control Room...
Google Street View – Image Date – March 2024 Major work is set to be carried out by National Highways on the A49 in Herefordshire, with road closures and temporary traffic lights in place from 20th March to 15th July. From National Highways: We’re currently carrying...
Police are investigating a report that two men who were in a car followed a child who was walking in Gloucester yesterday evening (Wednesday 19 March). It was reported that an 11-year-old girl was walking along Seymour Road at around 7pm when she noticed a dark...
Iceland Foods Ltd is recalling Iceland Vegetable Lasagne because it may contain pieces of plastic. The possible presence of plastic makes this product unsafe to eat. If you have bought the above product do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was...
West Mercia Police carried out 30 warrants and seized over £500k last month (February) as part of a national crackdown on fraud. Throughout February, the force took part in Operation Henhouse, a national fraud intensification campaign led by the National Economic...
Hereford-based charity Vennture has expanded its street presence through the addition of 10 student volunteers who completed their training and graduated last month. It’s part of the charity’s innovative volunteering initiative that helps those in need on a night out....
Motorists are reminded that a bridge in Herefordshire will be closed today, for an urgent inspection to take place. The B4347 will be closed from the A465 (Hereford to Abergavenny Road) to Bridge Inn at Pontrilas. The closure will be in place from 9.30am-3.30pm....
Lorna Pitt who was a popular character in Leominster sadly passed away earlier this month. The Black Swan in Leominster are hosting a darts competition on the Saturday 29th of March which starts at 12pm. There is the opportunity to win a first prize of £100. There is...
A local naturist group is looking for new members, with events planned such as naked barbecues. The Pines is a haven of peace and tranquility – a place where you can relax and enjoy the friendly company of other naturists away from the busy, rushing world around...
From Channel 4: Are you looking for love? Do you fancy testing the power of Naked Attraction? In this daring dating series potential couples are able to see each other in their naked glory from the very off, and producers Studio Lambert are looking for adventurous...
A Hereford Dental Surgery is still welcoming new children and adult NHS patients. Imperial Dental Practice on Belmont Road in Herefordshire (near Asda), shared the following update on social media this morning: “We are still currently accepting new NHS children and...
Disco Bowl, based in Nottingham is a family entertainment operator and have ten locations in the UK and have this week announced the acquisition of two bowling centres from MFA. The deal was finalised today for an undisclosed sum. The acquired centres are: • MFA...
A to build the UK’s longest Ski Slope, as well as a water park and other leisure facilities and accommodation, have been approved by councillors. From Merthyr Tydfil Council: “Today, the Planning, Regulatory and Licensing committee met to discuss the proposed Rhydycar...
A GoFundMe page has been launched to help towards funeral costs following the sad death of a popular man from Hereford. Support for Ben’s Legacy – Honouring a True Gentleman “We are heartbroken to share the loss of our dear friend and colleague, Ben, a truly great...
Can you help find missing 15-year-old dog Albie, who is missing from the Kempton Avenue (Bobblestock) area of Hereford. Albie, who struggles with his eyesight and hearing, has run off from the Kempton Avenue area. His owner is desperate to get him back, and is...
The government will introduce new fees for passport applications on 10 April 2025. The proposals, which are subject to approval by Parliament, will include the following: The fee for a standard online application made from within the UK will rise from £88.50 to £94.50...