The public will now see exactly what’s being done to tackle potholes, as the government demands councils prove their progress or face losing cash. From mid-April, local authorities in England will start to receive their share of the government’s record £1.6 billion...
In Memory of Brian Weekes who suddenly passed away at home on 16th February 2025 aged 78 years old. Much loved husband of the late Sally, adored father of Duncan and dearly loved brother of Muriel. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. The funeral...
A Hereford pub has reopened following an extensive refurbishment over recent months. The Volunteer, located on Harold Street in Hereford, has also started to serve food again, to the delight of many of its regular customers! 2025 is off to a good start for Hereford...
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...
Image - Google A new SEND (Special Educational Needs) school is set to open in Hereford, after planning permission was approved. A planning application was submitted for the change of use of Unit 1, Impact House, Coldnose Road, Rotherwas, Hereford, HR2 6JL to a...
46 new homes are to be built on the outskirts of Hereford. The two, three and four bedroom houses will be built as part of the Hereford Grange development, in the Holmer area of the city, just off the main A49 route. From Crest Nicholson: “Introducing Hereford Grange,...
Many of us have taken part in balloon releases, often to mark an anniversary, or to remember somebody, but we often forget the potential impact these balloons can have when they land. Local Councillor Jim Kenyon shared an important post on Facebook, highlighting the...
On the 9th August 2025 Kerri and Katie (aka Rooster and Maverick) will be taking to the air to undertake a Wing Walk in memory of Katie’s 16 year old son Maxi and raise valuable funds for PAPYRUS. On the 27th August 2024 Max Turton died by suicide, thinking that was...
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...
Herefordshire Council’s Highways team have provided an update on the Blueschool Steeet road closure, with significant delays reported in Hereford this afternoon. A section of Blueschool Street has been closed since Thursday 13th March, with motorists diverted...
46 new homes are to be built on the outskirts of Hereford. The two, three and four bedroom houses will be built as part of the Hereford Grange development, in the Holmer area of the city, just off the main A49 route. From Crest Nicholson: “Introducing Hereford Grange,...
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...
Hereford and Worcester Animal Rescue have provided an update on a dog that was found alongside a road in Herefordshire on Friday. From Hereford and Worcester Animal Rescue: “Thank you to all who have messaged and shown concern for the GSD stray that was caught on...
Can you help Hereford and Worcester Animal Rescue find the owners of this dog that has been found in Hereford? From Hereford and Worcester Animal Rescue: Does anyone recognise this dog? Found in the Ross Road area of Herefordshire yesterday evening. There is something...
Elmhurst - 10-12 Venns Lane - Hereford HR1 1DE. Summary of features Substantial former residential premises and coach house. Site area circa 2 acres. Situated in a popular residential area. Close to Hereford city and main transport routes. Most recently a...
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...
Being sold with NO ONWARD CHAIN this extended Link-Detached family home is located to the North of Hereford in a quiet Cul-De-Sac location. Price - £290,000 Downstairs the home is open plan and has been finished to a high standard and is one you don't want to miss. ...
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...
Stunning Five Bedroom Family Home | Open Plan Kitchen/Dining/Family Room with Bi-Fold Doors | Large Garden With Outside Bar and Entertainment Areas | Five Bedrooms, Three Bathrooms | Utility & Downstairs WC | Large Driveway and Garage | Beautifully Presented...
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...