Essential work to replace 1930s gas main running under the A49 in Hereford will help keep residents connected to safe and reliable gas supplies The gas main running underneath the A49 in Hereford is set for a major upgrade, as Cadent begins essential work to replace...
A delivery driver has been jailed for four-and-a-half-years for causing the death of Aaron Jones in a collision in December 2024. Daniel Douglas Wyke, appeared at Swansea Crown Court today to be sentenced after pleading guilty to causing death by dangerous driving....
Hot Cross Buns remain a firm Easter favourite and following popular demand, Morrisons is going even bigger with the launch of its brand-new Hot Cross Bun Loaf, a supersized twist on the seasonal classic that’s perfect for sharing. Behind every loaf is an early...
Increased rates of the National Minimum Wage, including the National Living wage came into force from 1 April 2026. These rates bring into effect recommendations made by the Low Pay Commission last autumn. The new rates are set out in the table below. NMW Rate...
The owner of an unregistered XL bully which killed a pensioner in Warrington has been convicted of being the owner of dog dangerously out of control causing injury. Sean Garner was found guilty of the charge following a six day trial at Liverpool Crown Court which...
Officers are appealing for witnesses after a woman was stabbed in Worcester yesterday evening (Monday 30 March). Police were called to Cranham Drive in Warndon around 5.45pm following reports of disorder. Upon arrival a woman had already been taken to hospital with...
Police have issued an important message to anyone visiting the Elan Valley area near Rhayader over the coming weeks. From Dyfed-Powys Police: Over the past few weeks, Radnorshire Neighbourhood Policing and Prevention Team has seen an increase in visitors, specifically...
A woman has died following a serious collision near Stonehouse in Gloucestershire this afternoon (Monday 30 March). Emergency services were called at 12.55pm with a report of a collision involving a green Nissan Micra and grey Vauxhall Astra on the B4008...
A Hereford pool club has issued an important message to customers — with the Easter School Holidays now here. Novello’s Pool Bar on West Street in Hereford shared the following message on social media: We’ve been much more lenient than previously with regard to...
From Gloucestershire Constabulary: We're saddened to report that a body has been found during searches for a man who had been reported missing from the Forest of Dean earlier this month. Searches had been taking place to find 77-year-old Graham, and the Severn Area...
Morrisons is helping families start the day the right way this Easter, with its popular Kellogg’s ‘Breakfast Clubs’ returning to its Cafés nationwide to offer a free breakfast to adults and children throughout the school holidays. Families visiting...
The average Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water household customer bill will increase by 4.8% in 2026-27, from £652 to £683. The price rise will help ensure the company delivers its aim of providing world class water services to the communities it serves. Following the price...
Household waste and recycling sites are likely to become busy as we enter the spring and the weather improves. Sites will switch to longer opening hours from 1st April — with some key information below. Household recycling centres may only be used by...
Welsh Water has issued an important message for thousands of customers living in the Leominster area and surrounding villages. Work is expected to start in April 2026 and continue to take place until the end of 2027. From Welsh Water: To make sure we supply customers...
A man has been arrested after multiple pedestrians were struck by a car in Derby city centre. From Derbyshire Constabulary: The incident involved a black Suzuki Swift and happened in Friar Gate at about 9.30pm tonight. A number of people were injured, some of...
The search for missing 77-year-old Graham is continuing this weekend. From Gloucestershire Constabulary: Specialist police search officers have been joined by our Drones Unit, who have been out the last few days to look for Graham. We are also being joined again by...
Aurin Makepeace from Tan Y Don, Prestatyn was found guilty of murder on Wednesday 25 March 2026 following a trial which began at Chester Crown Court on Monday 3 March 2026. The 43-year-old will be sentenced at Chester Crown Court on Friday 10 April 2026. The court...
A key member of an international people smuggling network involved in illegal migrant crossings to the UK has been jailed for more than 10 years. Messages on his phone showed he and another gang member, known as ‘Kevin’, had discussed the movement of ‘chickens’ or...
A man who was involved in recruiting lorry drivers for people smugglers has been jailed for six years today (27 March), following an investigation by the National Crime Agency. Romanian national Nicusor Lacatus, 53, worked on behalf of a UK-based criminal network to...
Colwall Care Home proudly marked its official Grand Opening with a memorable celebration attended by guests, community members, and colleagues from across the Rotherwood Group. The event welcomed visitors to experience the home’s warm and inviting environment, where...
Detectives investigating the 1993 murder of Carol Clark have issued a renewed appeal for information as they continue to piece together the evidence they need to finally bring those responsible for her death to justice. Carol was 32 when her body was found by a dog...
A man has today (Friday 27 March) been sentenced for shining a laser at a police aircraft, while it was assisting officers with an incident in Telford. Reed Beers, aged 60, of Old Office Road in Dawley, Telford, pleaded guilty to dazzling or distracting a pilot during...
A man who raped a 12-year-old girl last year has been jailed for 15 years. The rape, which took place near Nuneaton town centre on 22 July, caused shock and concern in the communities of Nuneaton, with the force acting swiftly to gather evidence, bringing the man...
Asda has confirmed that pay rates for retail colleagues will rise to £13.10 per hour from 5 July 2026. All 110,000 hourly‑paid colleagues in Asda Retail and Asda Express will receive a 4% above‑inflation pay rise, delivered across two dates: 1 April 2026 – base rate...
A former West Mercia Police Federation Treasurer/Secretary who abused his role to misuse around £13,500 of Police Federation members’ funds has been sentenced to two years and three months. 55-year-old Jamie Harrison, from Droitwich,...
A Herefordshire surgery will be closed today due to toilet and running water issues. From Mortimer Medical Practice: Urgent Message - Orleton Surgery We regret to inform you that the Surgery at Orleton will be closed tomorrow, Thursday 26 March 2026 as there is no...
‘Back the Bypass’ campaign officially launched by Herefordshire Council leaders to help unleash Herefordshire’s future with new jobs, homes and growth envisioned. Herefordshire’s ‘Back the Bypass’ campaign has officially launched with Council leaders, business...
A former prison custody officer who carried out a secret romantic relationship with a serving prisoner using a prohibited mobile phone has pleaded guilty. Jade Morris, 27, pleaded guilty today (Wednesday 25 March 2026) at Birmingham Crown Court to misconduct in a...
Royal Navy warship HMS Dragon has arrived in the Eastern Mediterranean to begin operational integration into Cyprus’s defences alongside allies. The Portsmouth-based Type 45 destroyer has spent the last two weeks undergoing critical training and assessment to ensure...
A man who subjected a woman to a brutal assault and rape has been jailed for more than 12 years. From West Midlands Police: Simon Tang has been locked up for the attack on a sex worker near a car park in Birmingham Street, Walsall, on 5 May last year. Bravely the...
Police are appealing for information to find Craig Savage who has been reported as missing. From Gwent Police: The 36-year-old, from Tredegar, was reported as missing to us on Monday 9 March, and he was last seen at about 12pm on Friday 20 February in Pontlottyn...
Homes don't get much more quirky and interesting than this one - but what a fabulous bolt hole or holiday property! Guide Price: £300,000 An opportunity to own a landmark and one of Ross-on-Wye's most striking features. This Grade II Listed historic folly...
A man has been jailed after he bit a police officer during his arrest in Gloucester last month. A video filmed by a member of the public was posted on social media which showed a police officer using force on the man who was detained. What was not clear from the...
The National Hunt season continues at Hereford on Wednesday with a competitive six-race meeting offering for punters heading to the track. The card kicks off at 2.30pm as a field of nine take on the class five handicap chase before coming to a...
This home, with renovation and development potential, is being sold with no onward chain and boasts a generous corner plot, with a large private rear garden, spacious downstairs accomadation, two bathrooms and sizable bedrooms. Situated on Raglan Place, this home is a...
PDC Darting legend Russ Bray was at a charity event at Hereford's Richmond Club this afternoon. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xSQ0pOeLW2E
Welsh Water has issued an important message for thousands of customers living in the Leominster area and surrounding villages. Work is expected to start in April 2026 and continue to take place until the end of 2027. From Welsh Water: To make sure we supply customers...
A man who was driving while he was double the legal alcohol limit has been jailed after he admitted to causing the death of an 18-year-old motorcyclist in a collision. Ashley Quinton, aged 38, previously pleaded guilty to causing the death of Tyler Durn by driving...
Herefordshire launches five-year plan to cut homelessness with investment in new accommodation and innovative services A new Herefordshire Homeless Prevention and Rough Sleeping Strategy (2026–2031) and Delivery Action Plan has been launched, setting out innovative...
Football fans who try to enter grounds without a ticket will face lengthy banning orders and hefty fines under strict new laws that come into force this weekend. The government and authorities have teamed up as part of the clampdown on...
Rail passengers across South Wales are encouraged to plan ahead as essential track work takes place between Newport, Cardiff and the Valleys between Friday 20 to Sunday 22 March. The work taking place will see Network Rail engineers replacing...
Tesco has reached an agreement with trade union Usdaw that will increase the hourly pay rate for colleagues in stores and online fulfilment centres to £13.28 an hour from 29 March 2026. This 5.1% pay award – an investment of over £200m – is above the current national...
From West Midlands Police: Three people have been charged with murder following our investigation into the death of Thomas Niven, who was found dead in Coventry this week. His body was found in a wheelie bin in a park off Daimler Road. Following a fast-paced...
Thousands of hardworking Brits who have been denied over £7.3 million in pay by their employers have been directly repaid as part of latest Government crackdown on those who fail...
A 40-year-old man who repeatedly assaulted a woman in front of children at her home in Gloucester has been jailed for more than five years. The court was told how the victim had to push the children out of a downstairs window so that they could be safe from Jeremiah...
Detectives are working through a significant number of new pieces of information following the release of a digitised image of a man whose body was found in a reservoir in October 2024. Dyfed-Powys Police worked with Face Lab at Liverpool John Moores University to...
A new law comes into effect today (18 March) that will see farm animals in England and Wales get stronger protection from dog attacks. The maximum penalty for livestock worrying has increased. Livestock worrying, occurs when a dog you own or are in charge of chases,...
A Herefordshire school has confirmed that it will be closed on Wednesday. Brockhampton Primary School shared the following message on the Herefordshire Council School Closures portal this evening: Closed due to significant and ongoing issues with water...
A man who caused the death of a man who was riding a motorbike near Cirencester has been sentenced and banned from driving. Patrick Kirwin, aged 81 and from Cirencester, caused the death of 53-year-old Tony Stepp from South Cerney on 5 October 2024. Tony had been on a...
A man who sexually abused children while working at a nursery in Bristol has received a 30-year sentence at Bristol Crown Court today, Monday 16 March. In February Nathan Bennett, 30, of Corston, was tried and convicted by a jury of: Two counts of sexual assault by...