A 33-year-old man who raped and sexually assaulted a woman has been jailed for five years. Segun ‘Michael’ Ogundipe, of Tuffley Lane in Gloucester, denied the offences, but following a trial in May a jury found him guilty of rape, two counts of sexual assault and...
An historic pub in rural Herefordshire is set to reopen its doors this August, providing a huge boost to the local community. The Live and Let Live in Bringsty will reopen its doors to the public on Saturday 2nd August. A post on social media said: We’re reopening!...
Credit: Visual Lens Odyssey New access gates are coming to Hereford Leisure Centre outdoors. From Hereford Leisure Centre: ‘From July, we’re introducing a new access control system at the outdoor entrance to Hereford Leisure Centre. ‘This means all users of the...
A three bedroom property that is available to purchase in Hereford. Price - £280,000 Extended Ground Floor Accommodation Three Bedrooms Two Reception Rooms Driveway Parking for Multiple Vehicles Garage Modern Fitted Kitchen Popular Residential Location Wheelchair...
A Parish Council is demanding immediate action to bring the end to illegal tipping on a site near a village. In a recent letter, Highnam Parish Council, located near Gloucester, said: “Highnam Parish Council calls upon the Environment Agency to take immediate legal...
Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water thanks customers for helping protect water supplies this summer following the driest spring in over 100 years, confirming that most of its reservoirs are in a healthy position. With four water companies across England implementing hosepipe bans...
Billy from Hereford is set to have his hair cut and donated to The Little Princess Trust. From GoFundMe: “Billy has decided to go for the chop. “At first he was quite indecisive about whether he actually wanted to do it or not…but when he found out he could donate his...
West Mercia Police have been informed of a number of concerning incidents at strawberry sites in Herefordshire. The incidents have occurred in the Withington area of the county. A spokesperson for Freshfields, who have sites in Withington, said: “It with great...
Officers are appealing for information following a fatal collision on the A458 near Shrewsbury. Around 6.30pm yesterday (Sunday 27 July), a tractor and a motorbike collided on the A458 in Rowton. Sadly, the passenger on the motorbike, a 56-year-old woman, was...
Channel 4’s streaming hit Virgin Island is returning for a second series and looking for (town name) people aged 21+ who are still virgins to take part. The groundbreaking, heartwarming and authentic series follows a group of people who lack any experience with...
West Mercia Police have confirmed that a body has been found during the search for a missing man from Herefordshire. An update from West Mercia Police said: “Sadly, a body has been found in the search for a 31-year-old man who was reported missing from Ross-on-Wye in...
West Mercia Police have confirmed that a body has been found during the search for a missing man from Herefordshire. An update from West Mercia Police said: “Sadly, a body has been found in the search for a 31-year-old man who was reported missing from Ross-on-Wye in...
Two earthquakes have been recorded near the Herefordshire border over recent days. The first tremor was recorded near Llangurig in Powys on 25th July. It was a magnitude 1.1 earthquake. The second tremor was recorded near Llanddewi in Powys on 27th July. It was a 0.8...
A Hereford business has announced a temporary closure during August. King Falafel, based on Commercial Street in Hereford has confirmed that it will remain closed until September. Signage on the front of the restaurant confirms that the closure is in place due to a...
Over 40,000 people attended a series of concerts inside Ludlow Castle across the last two weekends of July as the acclaimed ‘Live at Ludlow Castle’ series returned for its third edition. Having added a second weekend of concerts and the brand new ‘Ludlow Castle Comedy...
It has been confirmed that members of The Royal Family will visit Hereford for a special event this summer. A note in The Royal Diary says: “President, Three Choirs Festival, and The Duchess of Gloucester, will attend a performance at Hereford Cathedral, 5 College...
Commercial Road remains closed in Hereford this morning. All traffic heading between Blueschool Street and Hereford County Hospital continues to be diverted. The closure has been in place since Wednesday evening following the discovery of a sinkhole. Monkmoor Street...
A new mini-market has opened its doors in Hereford. The new shop, opened by a management team that also have a store in Bristol, has opened its doors on Union Street in Hereford. Spice Trails has a variety of food available, including British, African and Asian...
Herefordshire Council has revealed the dates that Christmas Markets will take place in Hereford city centre, with members of the public now able to place bookings for stalls. All markets are in High Town and Commercial Street on: Friday 5 December 9am to 4pm Sunday 7...
The NHS across Herefordshire and Worcestershire will be significantly impacted throughout the strike action due to take place this week 25 July - 30 July. This will result in serious challenges for all NHS services in Herefordshire and Worcestershire. NHS...
A powerful photograph taken by Katy Hall from Bromyard in Herefordshire has been shortlisted in a UK-wide competition by leading home care provider Caremark, as part of its ‘What is Care?’ photography competition. Launched to mark 20 years of Caremark championing...
An 80-year-old woman from Hereford has received a degree in BA Hons (Open Arts and Humanities) despite losing her husband and receiving her own terminal diagnosis . In a message sent to Your Herefordshire, Ann Gabb’s proud son Andrew said: “I wondered if you would...
Harriet - Pocket bully/crossbreed - 3 years old. From Hereford and Worcester Animal Rescue: Our darling little Harriet arrived with us as a stray, sadly she wasn’t claimed so finds herself searching for a new family. We would love her to find herself a wonderful...
Police have issued an urgent appeal following the disappearance of a 14-year-old boy. Boe, 14, from Pontypridd is missing and there is concern for his welfare. He was last seen in Tonypandy at 9pm on Friday, July 25. Boe was wearing a grey North Face T shirt, black...
Situated in this picturesque location on the outskirts of Kings Caple is this charming and spacious extended four bedroom detached cottage. Price - £675,000 Well presented throughout with fantastic living space to the ground floor, four double bedrooms to the first...
A man has died following a collision in the Forest of Dean on Friday night (25 July). Shortly before 11pm, police were made aware of a serious collision involving the driver of a car and a pedestrian on the A4136 near Staunton. Officers attended the incident...
We’re appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following a collision on the A38 in Droitwich, near to the Copcut Elm Pub, during the early hours of this morning (Sunday 27 July). At around 5am, we received a report that a white and blue Dacia Duster travelling...
Welsh Water have provided an update on the Commercial Road closure in Hereford. The road has been closed since Wednesday evening due to a sinkhole. An update from Welsh Water this morning (Sunday 27th July) said: “We’re continuing to investigate and repair a collapsed...
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews were called to a fire on Saturday evening involving a large pile of wood chip. From Peterchurch Fire Station: “26/07/25 22:15 rescue appliance called to reports of a fire in the open. “On arrival a large pile of...
From Herefordshire Council: Herefordshire Council is pleased to announce that, following a tender exercise, Cambrensis Civil Engineering Ltd has been chosen as the contractor for the new Holme Lacy Road and Quiet Routes East schemes. The Holme Lacy Road scheme is a...
Herefordshire Highways have provided an update on the Commercial Road sinkhole closure in Hereford. From Herefordshire Highways: “Commercial Road – Update on Emergency Lane Closure Following Wednesday night’s emergency road closure on Commercial Road, investigations...
There is shock this morning after a Hereford business announced its sudden closure. Aroma de Portugal announced its closure on social media with a post: Closure of Aroma Portugal. “Dear customers and friends. “It is with a heavy heart that I inform you that the Aroma...
There are reports of a significant police presence in Hereford tonight. Members of the public have reported seeing officers in the Belmont area of the city in recent hours. The Police helicopter has also been circling over the South Wye area for a number of hours. One...
Police have issued an appeal to locate a 72-year-old man who has been reported missing after leaving a property near Minsterworth in the Forest of Dean this morning, Saturday 26 July. Officers are concerned for Michael's welfare and are keen to hear from anyone who...
Hannah Sheehan, 45, and her daughter, Lydia Sheehan, 14, have been missing from Pershore since around 10.30am on the 18 July. They were last seen near Sheldon Close in Pershore. Hannah is described as white, 5’4” tall, of slim build, and shoulder-length brown hair...
A warning has been issued after fire crews were delayed at responding to a fire, due to a vehicle being parked on a hydrant. From Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service: At 09.56 this morning, we were mobilised to a van fire. On arrival, the crew found one camper van...
Photo Credit: Just Jon Simpson Hereford Cathedral has issued some important advice for visitors, with the Three Choirs Festival set to open in the city on Saturday 26th July. From Hereford Cathedral: From Saturday 26 July – Saturday 2 August the...
Herefordshire Highways have provided an update on the Commercial Road sinkhole closure in Hereford. From Herefordshire Highways: “Commercial Road – Update on Emergency Lane Closure Following Wednesday night’s emergency road closure on Commercial Road, investigations...
A two bedroom terraced house, offered to let unfurnished. The property benefits from gas central heating and a rear garden. Price - £845pcm Ground floor Entrance hall: Kitchen: Fitted units, built in cooker and hob, sink, plumbing for washing machine, space for fridge...
There is shock this morning after a Hereford business announced its sudden closure. Aroma de Portugal announced its closure on social media with a post: Closure of Aroma Portugal. “Dear customers and friends. “It is with a heavy heart that I inform you that the Aroma...
Photo Credit: Kerry Mole-Knight Queenswood Country Park and Arboretum covers a big area – 170 acres to be precise. From Herefordshire Wildlife Trust: To help people with accessibility needs explore further than before, we now have two new electric mobility scooters...
The Dog Barn Hereford opens this morning! Your Herefordshire managed to get some sneak peek photos of The Dog Barn which opens in Hereford this morning, 10am - 3pm. A huge selection of natural treats, a wide range of raw dog food on offer, Perfect Fit Harness fitting...
221 MPs, from 9 parties, have sent a joint letter to the Prime Minister and Foreign Secretary urging them to recognise Palestine as a state now. Ellie Chowns, MP for North Herefordshire, is one of the names that has signed the letter....
Have you seen missing 15-year-old girl Caitlin? Caitlin is from Hereford and her family are growing increasingly concerned. Caitlin was last seen in High Town in Hereford at 9.30pm on Friday evening. Caitlin has since then has gone missing. West Mercia Police...
Police are appealing to the public to help identify a man after concerns were raised about his welfare. From Gloucestershire Constabulary: The man, who is believed to be called Mark, was last seen in Coleford at around 9pm last night (Thursday 24 July). He was last...
A protest is set to take place in Hereford city centre on Saturday. The Hereford Palestine Solidarity Campaign Group will be holding a demonstration in High Town (near the Bull statue) from 11am. The group, which has 3,500 followers on Facebook, has organised a...
Emergency services were called to a serious collision earlier today, with a lorry hitting a building. From Church Stretton Fire Station: “We were called out to an RTC incident today along with crews from Craven Arms Fire Station, Much Wenlock Fire Station &...
Emergency services are at the scene of a house fire in Coalway in the Forest of Dean. Police were called by the fire service at around 3.20pm today (25 July) with a report of a fire at a property on Bayberry Place. All occupants and neighbours have been safely...
Officers are appealing for witnesses after a man, aged in his 70s, sadly died following a possible fall in Ross-on-Wye earlier this week. At around 4.20pm yesterday (Thursday 24 July) officers were called to Broad Street in Ross-on-Wye to reports of a man suffering a...
Officers are appealing for witnesses after a man, aged in his 70s, sadly died following a possible fall in Ross-on-Wye earlier this week. At around 4.20pm yesterday (Thursday 24 July) officers were called to Broad Street in Ross-on-Wye to reports of a man suffering a...