Police appealing for information to help identify the body of a person who was found in the Claerwen Reservoir in Powys on Friday, October 18. Officers attended the reservoir after receiving a call from a member of the public who had seen a body in the water at just...
A Herefordshire school that was hit by flooding last week has provided an update on its reopening. Peterchurch Primary School suffered extensive flooding on Wednesday, when torrential downpours dropped almost 100mm of rain on parts of Herefordshire. The school...
Herefordshire Highways have confirmed that its crews were called to a mudslide in a Herefordshire village, as part of 250 emergency jobs following recent flooding. A spokesperson for Herefordshire Highways said: “Following the recent flooding across...
8 year old Louis Fisher from Herefordshire was honoured this afternoon at a ceremony with the High Sheriff of Herefordshire Pat Churchward. Back in September of this year Louis embarked on a 50 mile charity bike ride from Hereford to the top of Pen Y Fan. This was in...
This autumn, Hereford Cathedral will host a series of events celebrating Space & Other Worlds which will conclude with a special week of lectures and activities inspired by C S Lewis’ beloved classic, The Chronicles of Narnia....
In Memory of John Alexander (Johnno) of Hereford. Passed away suddenly on Saturday 5th October 2024 aged 77 years. Father to Debbie & the late Jayne. The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Tuesday 29th October 2024 at 3.15pm. Flowers...
Emergency services are responding to a collision on a busy route in Herefordshire this lunchtime. The incident has occurred on the A480 between Credenhill and Sarnesfield. West Mercia Police, West Midlands Ambulance Service and Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue...
Emergency services are responding to a collision on a busy route in Herefordshire this lunchtime. The incident has occurred on the A480 between Credenhill and Sarnesfield. West Mercia Police, West Midlands Ambulance Service and Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue...
A number of roads remain closed due to flooding this morning in Herefordshire. Please note that Herefordshire Highways (Herefordshire Council / Balfour Beatty Living Places) provided the following update as of 1.30pm on Sunday 20th October. Closed Roads: ...
It is with great sadness that the Ministry of Defence confirms the death of Corporal (Cpl) Christopher Gill of 4th Battalion, The Ranger Regiment. He died during a non-operational incident in Brecon, Wales, on 16 October 2024. Our thoughts are with his family and...
A number of roads remain closed due to flooding this morning in Herefordshire. Please note that Herefordshire Highways (Herefordshire Council / Balfour Beatty Living Places) provided the following update as of 1.30pm on Sunday 20th October. Closed Roads: Scar...
A number of roads remain closed due to flooding this morning in Herefordshire. Please note that Herefordshire Highways (Herefordshire Council / Balfour Beatty Living Places) provided the following update as of 1.30pm on Sunday 20th October. Closed Roads: Scar...
Peterchurch Primary School has announced that it will remain closed on Monday next week following flooding on Wednesday. An update shared on Friday afternoon said: “Due to the flooding of the school, despite the efforts of staff and external teams we will not be ready...
A local firm has been awarded a contract of up to £201,000 for Refurbishment and Damp Proofing Works at Maylord Orchards Shopping Centre in Hereford. Council documents reveal the following decision has been made: ‘Award a contract to S.C. Joseph Ltd for the...
A number of roads remain closed due to flooding this afternoon in Herefordshire. Herefordshire Highways (Herefordshire Council / Balfour Beatty Living Places) have provided the following update as of 1.30pm on Sunday 20th October. Closed Roads: Scar Lane,...
West Mercia Police are appealing for information following a shocking incident where a small dog was attacked and killed by a larger dog. The incident occurred in Malvern. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “A police investigation was commenced after a small...
Peterchurch Primary School has announced that it will remain closed on Monday next week following flooding on Wednesday. An update shared on Friday afternoon said: “Due to the flooding of the school, despite the efforts of staff and external teams we will not be ready...
Police in Herefordshire are appealing for information after over £24,000 worth of golf equipment was stolen from a golf club in Herefordshire. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “We’re investigating a burglary that took place at Burghill Golf Club this...
From National Highways: Our preparation work to install traffic management will begin on 29 October. This work will focus on installing safety barriers, temporary CCTV cameras and crossover locations, and will allow us to put in place a contraflow system in November....
Five people have been arrested for drug offences after police executed a warrant in Hereford yesterday (17 October), by the proactive team in Hereford. Four men aged 29, 27, 23 and 18 and a woman aged 22 were arrested at a property on Waterfield Road, on suspicion of...
Westfields Football Club have been forced to postpone their home fixture against Brimscombe & Thrupp FC, due to flooding at their Allpay Park pitch. It’s not the first time that Allpay Park has flooded and no doubt won’t be the last, but this time the...
River levels on the River Lugg and River Wye in Herefordshire have peaked this morning. Although, the Lugg is still to peak between Bodenham and Hereford. Levels on the Wye in Hereford peaked at around 4.9 metres overnight but some riverside paths are...
Peterchurch Primary School has announced that it will remain closed on Monday next week following flooding on Wednesday. An update shared on Friday afternoon said: “Due to the flooding of the school, despite the efforts of staff and external teams we will not be ready...
In loving memory of Heather Jones from Leominster who passed away on 28th September 2024 aged 66 years. Loving wife, mum and nanny, she will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Funeral service will take place on Monday 28th October 2024 at Shobdon Church at...
Officers would like to speak with this man to help with their enquiries into violent disorder on Worcester Road in Malvern. The incident happened around 12:30pm on 29 September when a group of around eight men gathered outside The Bakery. There was an altercation...
Image - Google Street View A woman has described her horror at seeing a vehicle driving the wrong way down the A40 near Ross-on-Wye on Thursday evening. In a post on social media, Vicky said: “Awful experience last night heading back from Monmouth on A40 to be met by...
A popular Leominster shop has taken the decision to close its doors, blaming roadworks in the town for a significant fall in footfall. Melon and Co, based on West Street in Leominster posted the following update on social media this morning. “Sad News Alert -...
A two time European Cup winning Liverpool FC legend to visit Westfields Football Club on Saturday 19th October. Alan Kennedy will visit Allpay Park to talk all things Liverpool FC and football in general. Alan Kennedy won five league titles and two European Cup...
Google Street View - March 2024 A busy Hereford road will be resurfaced next month. Grandstand Road will be resurfaced in November. The latest in a series of roads in Herefordshire to see improvement works....
JONES Irene Patricia of Newton Farm, HerefordPassed away peacefully at home on Friday 11th October aged 93 years. Loving wife of the late Edwin Samuel Jones and much loved mum of Beverley, Lesley, Christopher, Simon and Tracie and her many grandchildren and great...
River levels on the River Lugg and River Wye in Herefordshire have peaked this morning. Although, the Lugg is still to peak between Bodenham and Hereford. Levels on the Wye in Hereford peaked at around 4.9 metres overnight but some riverside paths are...
Peterchurch Primary School has announced that it will be closed for the rest of the week following flooding on Wednesday. An email sent to parents on Wednesday afternoon said: “Thank you to everyone for your support and understanding with the school closure this...
Gary Hooper has joined Kettering Town who play in the Southern League Premier Division Central. The former Hereford United striker is now 37. He came to Edgar Street in January 2008 on loan from Southend. He made 19 appearances and scored 11 goals as Hereford were...
The Herefordshire Business Awards, powered by allpay Limited, concluded with a resoundingsuccess on Saturday, October 12th. Held at the iconic Shell Store, the event honored theoutstanding achievements of local businesses and entrepreneurs. A diverse range of...
Peterchurch Primary School has announced that it will be closed for the rest of the week following flooding on Wednesday. An email sent to parents this afternoon said: “Thank you to everyone for your support and understanding with the school closure this morning. “All...
River levels on the River Lugg and River Wye in Herefordshire are continuing to rise this evening. The Lugg is currently at almost 4 metres at Leominster, meaning that water is now covering the A49 between Dinmore Hill and Leominster. Levels on the Wye in Hereford are...
Substantial funding sees teaching facility improvements for students at special educational needs school A special turf-cutting ceremony marked that construction work is well underway at The Brookfield School, Grandstand Road, Hereford.The £4.5 million improvement...
Malicious Act or Unfortunate Pit Stop? From West Mercia Police: Between 10pm on 12th October and 6am on the 13th, a rather unusual incident occurred in Breinton Common. A black shirt was left on a resident’s car bonnet, accompanied by something much less pleasant. To...
A man has been rescued from the River Wye in Hereford this morning. The incident briefly saw the Greyfriars Bridge and Old Bridge closed while emergency services responded to a concern for safety. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “Officers were called...
River levels on the River Lugg and River Wye in Herefordshire are continuing to rise this morning. Levels on the Wye in Hereford are expected to peak at around 5 metres later today, meaning that riverside paths are underwater, as well as the usual prone spots...
The following schools are confirmed as closed on Thursday 17th October: Peterchurch Primary School (Also closed Friday) Ivington Primary School Leominster Wigmore Primary School Wigmore High School Fairfield High School Canon Pyon Primary School Pembridge CE Primary...
The following schools are confirmed as closed on Thursday 17th October: Peterchurch Primary School (Also closed Friday) Ivington Primary School Leominster Wigmore Primary School Wigmore High School Fairfield High School Pembridge CE Primary Canon Pyon Primary School...
The following schools are confirmed as closed on Thursday 17th October: Peterchurch Primary School (Also closed Friday) Ivington Primary School Leominster Wigmore Primary School Wigmore High School Fairfield High School Canon Pyon Primary School Pembridge CE Primary...
A Flood Warning is in force on the River Wye between Hay-on-Wye this morning. Riverside paths in Hereford are flooding with the river still rising and the A438 is currently blocked at Letton. From the Environment Agency: “River levels have risen at the Hay-On-Wye...
The following schools are confirmed as closed on Thursday 17th October: Peterchurch Primary School (Also closed Friday) Ivington Primary School Leominster Wigmore Primary School Wigmore High School Fairfield High School Pembridge CE Primary Canon Pyon Primary School...
The following schools are confirmed as closed on Thursday 17th October: Peterchurch Primary School (Also closed Friday) Ivington Primary School Leominster Wigmore Primary School Wigmore High School Fairfield High School Canon Pyon Primary School —————————————————— A...
The following schools are confirmed as closed on Thursday 17th October: Peterchurch Primary School (Also closed Friday) Ivington Primary School Leominster Wigmore Primary School Wigmore High School Fairfield High School Canon Pyon Primary School Pembridge CE Primary...
A number of bus services are cancelled in Herefordshire this morning due to flooding on the roads. Sargeants shared the following update this morning: 461 Llandrindod to Hereford is cancelled41 Kington to Knighton cancelledCathedral School service cancelledHereford...
Residents living in Leominster and the surrounding area have been warned to expect flooding with levels on the River Lugg rising rapidly. Flood Warning - River Lugg at Kenwater “River levels have risen at the Osborne Place river gauge as a result of heavy...
A number of road closures remain in place following heavy and torrential downpours that dropped almost 80mm of rain on parts of Herefordshire on Wednesday. The road closures currently in place (at 6am) are as follows: B4348 from Kingstone to Peterchurch C1207...