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NEWS | Police express concern after a number of  burglaries were reported across parts of HerefordshireÂ
West Mercia Police officers in north Herefordshire are appealing to members of the public to remain vigilant after a number of burglaries at properties in north Herefordshire over recent days. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “In the last few days, there...
FEATURED | Local singer Jake of Diamonds has his latest single featured in this series of Love IslandÂ
Your Herefordshire caught up with Jake of Diamonds after his latest single 'Moments' was featured for 1 Minute 44 Seconds in last Fridays Love Island. The past year has been a busy one for Jake of Diamonds, starting with his exciting appearance on The Voice, coaching...
NEWS | Herefordshire angler Rory Jones smashed the River Wye Winter League record last Sunday
Herefordshire angler Rory Jones smashed the River Wye Winter League record last Sunday, with an astonishing 251lb chub catch, in just 5 hours of Fishing. Representing his ‘Woodys Premier’ team in the final round of the 7 match series, the 29 Year Old England...
NEWS | Police appeal after a lady in her 70s suffered life threatening injuries in a collision in HerefordshireÂ
Officers are appealing for witnesses following a serious collision on the B4234, Ledbury road, Ross-on-Wye on Wednesday 1 February. At just after 3pm a mini bus was in collision with a pedestrian. A lady in her 70’s was airlifted to hospital with life threatening...
SKITTLES | Round up of results and league tables following games on 27th January
Hereford & District Skittle League Results and League Tables - Games Played on 27th January
NEWS | A Hereford pub appears to have closed after a notice was placed at the entrance to the buildingÂ
A Hereford pub appears to have closed after a notice was placed at the entrance of the building. The notice, pictured below, appeared on the front of The Plough Inn, on Whitecross Road in Hereford. The notice states that the closure is due to a ‘disagreement between...
NEWS | Fire crews from across the area called to a house fire in HerefordshireÂ
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews from Peterchurch Fire Station, Ewyas Harold Fire Station and Eardisley Fire Station were called to a house fire in the Michaelchurch area of the county on Wednesday evening. They were supported by crews from over...
NEWS | The largest rise in the average household water and sewerage bill for almost 20 years could prove a tipping point for the one in five customers already struggling to pay says CCW
The largest rise in the average household water and sewerage bill for almost 20 years could prove a tipping point for the one in five customers already struggling to pay. The Consumer Council for Water (CCW), the independent voice of water consumers, has issued the...
NEWS | A woman has been airlifted to hospital in a critical condition following a road traffic collision in Herefordshire this afternoon
A woman has been airlifted to hospital in a critical condition following a road traffic collision in Herefordshire this afternoon. West Midlands Ambulance Service was called to Ledbury Road, Ross on Wye, just after 3.00pm today (Wednesday) following reports of a...
NEWS | Leominster man jailed for breaking a paramedic’s jaw
Henry Grain, who is 20 years-old and from Worcester Road, Leominster, has been sentenced to two years in a youth offenders’ institution after he assaulted a paramedic so severely, he broke their jaw. During the incident, which happened at around 9.00pm outside...
NEWS | Two air ambulances are responding to a collision in Herefordshire this afternoonÂ
Two Air Ambulances have landed at John Kyrle High School due to ongoing incident on Ledbury Road in Ross-on-Wye. West Mercia Police and West Midlands Ambulance Service are also in attendance. The latest update from the AA says: “Reports of crash on B4234 Ledbury Road...
NEWS | Man jailed for 2 years after breaking paramedic’s jaw in Leominster
Ambulance bosses are welcoming a two-year jail term for a man who broke the jaw of a paramedic who had gone to help him. It was the first time that body worn camera footage was provided to the police in the West Midlands region as part of an investigation into an...
NEWS | Fire crews from several stations called to respond to a large blaze on a hillsideÂ
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service crews were called to a large blaze on a hillside near Church Stretton on Tuesday evening. The incident occurred in the Cwmdale Valley area, near Church Stretton in Shropshire. Crews from Craven Arms, Ludlow, Shrewsbury and Baschurch...
NEWS | Tesco purchases Paperchase brand but future of Hereford store far from certainÂ
Tesco has confirmed that it has bought the Paperchase brand, but the future of the companies stores, including the one at the Old Market in Hereford appears bleak with plans to host the brand on shelves at Tesco stores. In a statement released on Tuesday, Tesco...
NEWS | Herefordshire Council considering extending on-street parking charges to additional streets in Hereford and also introducing charges on a Sunday
Herefordshire Council is set to consider introducing on-street parking charges on additional streets in Hereford City Centre and the surrounding area. The council is also understood to be considering extending the current on-street charging period to include charging...
NEWS | Aldi is rolling out its partnership with the world’s largest surplus food platform, Too Good To Go, across all of its 990 UK stores
Aldi is rolling out its partnership with the world’s largest surplus food platform, Too Good To Go, across all of its 990 UK stores. Following a successful trial last year, the UK’s fastest-growing supermarket is now offering surplus food bags available nationwide, in...
NIGHT SKY | Want to see a comet last visible from Earth 50,000 years ago? You can TONIGHT! More Details
Comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF), also being referred to as the 'Green Comet', is already being hailed as the best comet of 2023. Last visible from Earth during the Stone Age, the comet, which made its closest approach to the Sun on 12 January, is now heading...
UK NEWS | Four-year-old child dies after being attacked by a dog in the back garden of a property in Milton Keynes
Thames Valley Police officers are currently in Milton Keynes, following the tragic death of a four-year-old girl earlier this evening. Officers were called by the ambulance service shortly after 5pm today after a report that a dog had attacked a child in the back...
NEWS | West Mercia support students in Herefordshire calling for a time for change and safer streets across the region
CAPTION: L-R Inspector Julie Watson (West Mercia Police) handing over branded merchandise for students, to the NMITE team: Natalie Hanson, Student Support Advisor, Mary Kenyon-James, Head of Student Experience and Lauren Fosterjohn, Communications Associate....
NEWS | Seven-in-10 motorists think responsibility for passengers to ‘belt up’ should lie with the driver according to RAC research
More than two-thirds of motorists (68%) believe drivers should be responsible for ensuring all their passengers wear seatbelts, according to new RAC research released to coincide with today’s 40-year seatbelt law anniversary.¹ Currently, drivers only have...
FEATURED | Popular restaurant Zizzi Hereford re-opens its doors after major refurbishment
This week Zizzi Hereford has officially reopened the doors to a brand-new look and feel following a revamp. The much-anticipated refurb of Zizzi Hereford is the latest in the chain’s rollout of its fresh new look, with brand new unique artwork designed by talented...
BREAKING | Rogue director receives suspended prison sentence after conning elderly residents in Ledbury and Bromyard
Bromyard and Ledbury home owners in their 80s were deceived into having unnecessary and expensive roof cleaning work done. On 17 January, in front of Worcester Crown Court’s most senior Judge, His Honour James Burbidge QC, in a case taken by Herefordshire Council’s...
BREAKING | Rogue director receives suspended prison sentence after conning elderly residents in Herefordshire
Bromyard and Ledbury home owners in their 80s were deceived into having unnecessary and expensive roof cleaning work done. On 17 January, in front of Worcester Crown Court’s most senior Judge, His Honour James Burbidge QC, in a case taken by Herefordshire Council’s...
NEWS | Police appeal for witnesses after a man in his 50s died following a collision earlier todayÂ
West Mercia Police are appealing for witnesses after a man in his 50s died following a collision earlier today. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “Officers are appealing for witnesses following a collision on the B4211 at Newbridge Green, Upton Upon Severn...
NEWS | Police appeal for owner of a bag found in Hereford to come forward after ‘interesting’ items were discovered insideÂ
West Mercia Police officers are appealing for the owner of the bag pictured above to come forward. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “This morning, the pictured rucksack was handed into South Wye Police Station. It has been noticed by a member of the public...
NEWS | The DM Lab is celebrating after being recognised as one of the UK’s top 100 SMEs
The DM Lab is celebrating after being recognised as one of the UK’s top 100 SMEs. From hundreds of entries across every sector, The DM Lab has been ranked 70 overall in the Elite Business 100 (EB100). The DM Lab will celebrate at the awards evening on March...
NEWS | Tesco announces major shake up of store roles and management positions plus some changes to store layoutsÂ
Tesco has today announced a number of major changes to its stores, including management roles and changes affecting other staff members. In a statement, Tesco said: “Today, we’re announcing some proposed changes to our business to ensure we remain focused and...
NEWS | A new Air Quality Monitoring Station for Leominster at Bargates is now operational
A new Air Quality Monitoring Station for Leominster at Bargates is now operational. Air pollution is associated with a number of adverse health impacts, and particularly affects the most vulnerable in society, including children and older people, and those with heart...
NEWS | A Herefordshire secondary school will be partially closed on Wednesday due to strike action taking placeÂ
A Herefordshire secondary school has reminded parents today that the school will be partially closed on Wednesday due to strike action. Fairfield High School shared the following update via the Herefordshire Council platform earlier this morning. The update said:...
NEWS | Emergency road closure on a busy route in a Herefordshire village this morningÂ
Herefordshire Council / Balfour Beatty are warning motorists to be aware of an emergency road closure on a busy route in a Herefordshire village. The closure is in place in Moreton-on-Lugg between the A49 junction and Old School House. The closure has been in place...
NEWS | Aldi is looking to recruit over 500 new apprentices across the UK this year
Aldi is looking to recruit over 500 new apprentices across the UK this year. It marks the UK’s fourth-largest supermarket’s biggest ever apprenticeship intake, with opportunities in Stores, Logistics and Buying, as well as for HGV drivers. At Aldi, a Store Apprentice...
NEWS | A Hereford Secondary School has confirmed that it will be partially closed on Wednesday due to strike actionÂ
A Hereford secondary school has confirmed that it will be partially closed on Wednesday (1st February) due to strike action. In a letter to parents, Executive Headteacher Mr Robertson said: “I am writing to inform you about strike action that is being taken by members...
FOOTBALL | Herefordshire Football League round-up as Pegasus Reserves beat Westfields Development in local derbyÂ
It was great to see a full list of fixtures played once again after the disruption caused in recent weeks by the flooding and frosty weather. The Herefordshire Football League Premier Division saw 7 fixtures played out in competitive circumstances where results...
WHAT’S ON? | Free swimming courses, family swimming and soft play this half term in Herefordshire – BOOK NOW!Â
Halo is offering children the opportunity to join in swimming courses and other activities for free this February half term. Free activities are taking place across the county, including at Hereford Leisure Centre and in Leominster and Ross-on-Wye. The free activities...
NEWS | National Highways reveal full schedule of resurfacing work that is set to take place between Hereford and LeominsterÂ
National Highways have provided more information about forthcoming roadworks on the A49 between Hereford and Leominster. Resurfacing work will take place from 13th-17th February, with a full overnight closure in place between the Starting Gate in Hereford and...
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 A44 at Bredenbury, between Leominster and Bromyard. The road is blocked in both directions at present. West Mercia Police, West...
NEWS | A Herefordshire school has confirmed that it will be closed on Wednesday due to anticipated strike action
A Herefordshire school has confirmed that it will be closed on Wednesday, due to anticipated strike action. Lady Hawkins’ School posted the following update on social media earlier today: “I am sure that you are already aware that there is a day of industrial action...
NEWS | Herefordshire Council considering extending on-street parking charges to additional streets and also charging for on-street parking in Hereford on a Sunday
Herefordshire Council is set to consider introducing on-street parking charges on additional streets in Hereford City Centre and the surrounding area. The council is also understood to be considering extending the current on-street charging period to include charging...
BREAKING | Firefighters could be the next to strike following a strike ballot but government urged by union to improve offer to avoid strikes taking place
Firefighters across the UK have delivered a decisive mandate for strike action, with 88% voting Yes on a 73% turnout. The strike ballot opened on 5th December and closed on 30th January. Two separate simultaneous ballots, in Northern Ireland and among...
NEWS | Seven days of strike action to affect schools from this week as National Education Union pushes for a fully-funded above inflation pay rise for teacher members
In its ongoing campaign for a fully-funded, above inflation pay rise, teacher members of the National Education Union in England and Wales and support staff in Wales have voted overwhelmingly for strike action and the ballot has successfully surpassed the...
NEWS | Fire crews work hard to extinguish a severe house fire in HerefordshireÂ
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews worked hard to extinguish a fire at a house in Herefordshire on Friday morning. The fire occurred in the Bearwood area of the county. A spokesperson for Kington Fire Station, one of the fire crews that attended...
NEWS | Looking for love? A new singles night takes place at The Golden Fleece in Hereford on Tuesday eveningÂ
Looking for love? A new singles night takes place at The Golden Fleece in Hereford on Tuesday evening with plenty of fun and games promised. With Valentine’s Day fast approaching and if you’re looking for that special someone or just fancy a fun night out meeting new...
NEWS | Forest Green owner Dale Vince pledges financial support for campaign against a new farming development alongside a tributary of the River Wye
League One side Forest Green Rovers owner Dale Vince has pledged his support to campaigners aiming to stop a farming development from going ahead next to the River Dore in Herefordshire. Dale Vince has generously agreed to match every pound donated to this...
NIGHT SKY | Want to see a comet last visible from Earth 50,000 years ago? You can this week! More Details
Comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF), also being referred to as the 'Green Comet', is already being hailed as the best comet of 2023. Last visible from Earth during the Stone Age, the comet, which made its closest approach to the Sun on 12 January, is now heading...
NEWS | Tesco has confirmed that it is recalling a popular cheese item over safety concernsÂ
Tesco is recalling Tesco Creamfields Grated Cheddar because it may contain small pieces of plastic, making it unsafe to eat. This product may contain small pieces of plastic which makes it unsafe to eat. Tesco is recalling the product from customers. The company...
NEWS | Wye Valley NHS Trust issue important message to patients with temporary one way system in force near Hereford County Hospital from today
Patients and visitors are being advised that the main access road into Hereford County Hospital - Stonebow Road - will temporarily become one-way to allow National Grid to carry out works. The temporary road system will be in place from Monday next week, January 30,...
NEWS | Councillor Harvey blames Government broken promises and economic mismanagement for proposed 2023/24 council tax increase of 4.99%
Press release from the Herefordshire Coalition: Local government will continue to deliver services and projects in Herefordshire, despite severe economic pressures and the worst cost of living crisis in a generation. Councillor Liz Harvey said that despite...
NEWS | Reports of a fire this evening close to the A49 between Hereford and LeominsterÂ
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service are currently responding to a fire close to the A49 north of Hereford. The incident appears to be next to the A49 at Moreton-on-Lugg. The road remains open. Fire crews have been seen close to the Cuckoo's Corner...
NEWS | Last opportunity to have your say on Herefordshire Council’s Masterplan for Hereford
Press Release from Herefordshire Council: Hereford is a vibrant, attractive city, with a rich history and thriving local economy. But there are challenges we need to address for the city to continue to thrive in the future. Hereford can be difficult to get into and...