Doubling council tax for second homes and long-term empty properties in Herefordshire could raise an additional £12 million for vital services in the county. Speaking at Herefordshire Council’s cabinet meeting today (15 December 2022), Coalition...
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UPDATE | Emergency services responding to a collision on a busy route near Hereford this afternoon
Emergency services are currently responding to a collision on a busy route near Hereford. The collision has occurred on the A465 (Bromyard Road) near Ridgeway Road in Withington. West Mercia Police are in attendance. The road is closed in both directions and motorists...
NEWS | Collaborative art project brings students together from Hereford Sixth Form College and the Beacon College
In the summer of 2022, Hereford Sixth Form College students collaborated with pupils at Beacon College on an exhibition of paintings as part of an exciting seven-week project entitled, ‘This is me’. Aspiring Health Care Professional students took part in the project...
UK NEWS | Families pay tribute to loving couple following river deaths in South Wales
The families of two women who died at Ystradfellte Falls in Powys have paid tribute to the loving couple whose “endless laughter will be forever remembered by all who had the honour to know them”. Rachael and Helen Patching, aged 33 and 52 respectively, who are from...
NEWS | Emergency services responding to a collision on a busy route near Hereford this afternoon
Emergency services are currently responding to a collision on a busy route near Hereford. The collision has occurred on the A465 (Bromyard Road) near Ridgeway Road in Withington. West Mercia Police are in attendance. The road is closed in both directions and motorists...
NEWS | A Herefordshire doctors surgery has issued an important message to all patients with roadworks set to affect access to the surgery
Ledbury Health Partnership have issued an important message to all patients, with access to the surgery set to be affected by roadworks. The roadworks will be taking place between Bye Street and Ledbury High Street, with National Grid carrying out the work. In a...
NEWS | Police provide an update on a collision that occurred in Clehonger on Tuesday evening
West Mercia Police have provided an update on a collision that occurred near Hereford on Tuesday evening. A two vehicle collision occurred on the B4349 near Clehonger at around 7.30pm on Tuesday (10th January). A spokesperson for West Mercia Police told...
NEWS | A Herefordshire doctors surgery has issued an important message to all patients with roadworks set to affect access to the surgery
Ledbury Health Partnership have issued an important message to all patients, with access to the surgery set to be affected by roadworks. The roadworks will be taking place between Bye Street and Ledbury High Street, with National Grid carrying out the work. In a...
NEWS | West Midlands Ambulance Service assures public it will respond to incident where there is a threat to life today despite strike action
The public of the West Midlands are being given an assurance that, on Wednesday (11th January), the ambulance service will continue to respond to incidents where this is a threat to life on Wednesday, despite strike action by one of its unions. The Trust respects the...
NEWS | Iceland and The Food Warehouse offer 10% discount millions of eligible shoppers to help with the cost of living crisis
From Tuesday 24th May 2022, and every Tuesday, all those who are 60 years old and older can bag 10% off their shop, with no minimum spend, at Iceland and The Food Warehouse. This will make Iceland Foods the first and only supermarket in the UK to be offering this...
FOOTBALL | Junior Bulls members offered free travel to Saturday’s local derby between Gloucester City and Hereford FC
Photo Credit: Hereford FC Hereford FC are offering Junior Bulls members free travel to Saturday’s local derby between Gloucester City and Hereford FC. The Bulls have returned to good form with wins over Scarborough and Farsley Celtic and a good following of supporters...
NEWS | Herefordshire braced for further flooding as levels on the River Wye rise once again
Parts of Herefordshire are braced for further flooding this week, with levels on the River Wye rising once again. Heavy rain across parts of Mid Wales has led to river levels on the River Wye rising once again. Fortunately, less rain than expected fell in Wales on...
NEWS | Birds to be humanely culled after Bird Flu was confirmed at a premises in Herefordshire
A number of birds are to be humanely culled after bird flu was confirmed at a premises in Herefordshire. Bird flu was confirmed at the premises near Leominster earlier today (10th January). A post on the Government website earlier this evening said: “Highly pathogenic...
NEWS | A major route near Hereford is closed this evening following a collision
A major route near Hereford is closed this evening following a collision. The B4349 is closed near Clehonger with West Mercia Police saying that the road could remain closed for some time. West Mercia Police and West Midlands Ambulance Service are currently on the...
NEWS | Families pay tribute to loving couple following river deaths
The families of two women who died at Ystradfellte Falls in Powys have paid tribute to the loving couple whose “endless laughter will be forever remembered by all who had the honour to know them”. Rachael and Helen Patching, aged 33 and 52 respectively, who are from...
WHAT’S ON? | Channel 4 is looking for brave singles for a potential future series of Married at First Sight UK
Channel 4 is looking for brave singles for potential future series of Married at First Sight UK. From Channel 4: In this unique relationship series about married life, a panel of matchmaking experts will be there to help you find the one. To apply, email with...
NEWS | A young woman from Herefordshire is setting off on a 3,000-mile unassisted row across the Atlantic later this year
A young woman from landlocked Herefordshire is gearing up for the challenge of a lifetime. In December this year, Ellie Reynolds will be setting off on a 3,000-mile unassisted row across the Atlantic with her 3 teammates: Viki Monk, Ana Zigic and Molly Green;...
NEWS | Hereford could be about to get a new river crossing but it’s a story we’ve all heard before
Herefordshire Council’s Cabinet are set to discuss the possibility of an Eastern River Crossing for Hereford. A decision is due on or after 2nd March 2023 to agree the objectives for the project and to note the progress to date and the outline delivery...
BOOK NOW | Booking available for stays at highly-anticipated Lion Lodges at West Midland Safari Park
LION LODGES ARE NOW ON SALE! The highly-anticipated Lion Lodges are opening on Friday 7th July 2023, and bookings are now open! Sleep a whisker away from the bachelor group of lions - book online today! ➡ wmsp.uk/lion-lodge Previous Article: West Midland Safari Park...
NEWS | Full list of the 30 organisations where workers are eligible for a Blue Light Card that entitles them to discounts at many retailers, restaurants and even holidays!
30 organisations across the United Kingdom are signed up to the Blue Light Card scheme where staff members are entitled to discounts at a large number of shops and restaurants, as well as other businesses. Discounts are available both online and on the high...
NEWS | Households advised to check if they are entitled to a Council Tax bill discount with thousands eligible
You can get money off your Council Tax bill, or even pay nothing, in certain circumstances. Discounts and exemptions A discount or exemption depends on your current situation and circumstances, but does not take account of income or savings. If you are on a low...
NEWS | Patients and visitors urged to wear a face mask and visitors not to attend hospital if feeling unwell
Patients and visitors urged to wear a face mask and visitors not to attend hospital if feeling unwell Patients and visitors to Wye Valley NHS Trust’s hospitals and clinics are being urged to wear a face mask, as inpatient flu cases rise to high levels not seen...
NEWS | Cost of rapid charging electric cars up 50% in eight months – but those who do most of their charging at home still get great value according the the RAC
The cost of using publicly accessible rapid and ultra-rapid chargers – which a driver taking longer trips beyond their electric car’s range depends on – has risen by 50% since May, new data from RAC Charge Watch shows*. It now costs an average of 70.32p per...
NEWS | Thousands report seeing stunning meteor pass over parts of England and Wales
Thousands of people have reported spotting a meteor passing over parts of England and Wales on Monday evening. The meteor was spotted entering the earths atmosphere before fizzling out, with many people capturing images on cameras such as dash cams. The Met...
NEWS | A former student of the Royal National College for the Blind (RNC) in Hereford has graduated with a Masters in Psychotherapy alongside his faithful guide dog
Photograph: Supplied by Juan Greggor A former student of the Royal National College for the Blind (RNC) in Hereford has graduated with a Masters in Psychotherapy alongside his faithful guide dog. Years of study paid off for Isle of Man resident, Juan Greggor and...
NEWS | Police appeal for witnesses after a 22-year-old man was seriously injured in a collision
West Mercia Police are appealing for witnesses after a 22-year-old man was seriously injured in a collision. The collision occurred between Newnham Bridge and Mamble in Worcestershire. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “Did you see a collision on the A456...
NEWS | Further flooding expected with levels on the River Wye set to rise following more heavy rain across Wales
Residents living near the River Wye in Herefordshire are once again being told to be prepared for possible flooding, with heavy rain across parts of Wales today. River levels peaked in Hereford on Sunday at around 4.8 metres, meaning that riverside paths were flooded...
NEWS | Family pay tribute to ‘energetic, caring and steadfast’ 86-year-old woman who died in hospital following a collision
Family members have paid tribute to an "energetic, caring and steadfast" woman who died in hospital following a collision in Gloucestershire over the weekend. Anne Bridges, aged 86 and from the local area, was taken to John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford after being...
NEWS | Rescue teams recover a second body from a river in South Wales
Rescue teams have recovered a second body from a river in South Wales, Dyfed-Powys Police have confirmed. A spokesperson for Dyfed-Powys Police said: “We can confirm that officers searching for two women who are believed to have entered the water in the Ystradfellte...
NEWS | Police appeal for witnesses following a collision where a motorist suffered serious injuries
Did you see a collision on the A449 near Malvern this morning? Around 11.30am today (Monday 9 January) officers received a report of a two vehicle collision on the A449 (Worcester Road) at Newland, Malvern. The road was closed while officers, Hereford and Worcester...
NEWS | Emergency services provide update on incident near the River Wye in Hereford
Emergency services have provided an update on an incident that occurred near the River Wye earlier this afternoon. Emergency services were called to Quay Close at around 1.25pm. A spokesperson for Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service told Your...
BREAKING | Emergency services responding to an incident near the River Wye in Hereford
Emergency services are currently responding to an incident on the River Wye in Hereford. The incident is in Quay Close, with reports of a search and rescue boat searching the River Wye. West Mercia Police, West Midlands Ambulance Service and Hereford & Worcester...
NEWS | Emergency services were called to a vehicle fire in Ledbury early this morning
From Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service: “This morning at 05:31 Ledbury Fire Station attended a vehicle fire on the Worcester road, Ledbury. “Once in attendance we dealt with a grocery delivery vehicle fully involved in fire. We used Breathing apparatus...
NEWS | Major route between Herefordshire and Wales closed as emergency services respond to a collision
A busy route between Herefordshire and Wales is currently closed due to a collision. The A4137 is currently closed at Marstow, between the A49 and the A40 (Symonds Yat). West Mercia Police are currently in attendance at the collision and are advising that motorists...
NEWS | Hereford restaurant confirms that it will close due to the current cost of living crisis
Google Street View - Image Date - November 2020 A Hereford restaurant has confirmed that it will close due to the current cost of living crisis. The Den, located on Bridge Street, confirmed the news with the following post on social media this morning. "It is with our...
NEWS | Concerns that the River Wye could burst its banks again later this week with up to four inches of rain forecast across parts of Wales
©OpenMapTiles | ©OpenStreetMap contributors The Met Office has issued a Weather Warning for heavy rain across parts of Mid Wales on Tuesday. With levels on the River Wye remaining very high following heavy rain over the weekend, there are concerns that further heavy...
NEWS | Asda launches two brand new vegan ranges containing over 112 products
Whether you’re a seasoned vegan or simply looking to cut down meat consumption this January, Asda’s new OMV! and Plant Based ranges have you covered, with over 112 high-quality, unapologetically indulgent, and flavoursome products. The OMV! range contains decadent,...
NEWS | A Herefordshire pub has taken the decision to only open at weekends in January due to increased running costs
A Herefordshire pub has taken the decision to only open at the weekend in January, due to increased running costs and less customers coming through the door. The Plough Inn, based in Little Dewchurch in Herefordshire, confirmed the news in a post on Facebook. The post...
NEWS | A brand new takeaway is set to open its doors in Hereford in the coming weeks
A brand new takeaway is set to open its doors in Hereford in the coming weeks. Signage has gone up on the former Jamal’s Kebab House on Bridge Street in Hereford, with a Thai food takeaway set to open. The takeaway will be called ‘The Bridge - Thai Street Food’. A...
NEWS | Thousands of households in Herefordshire could be entitled to Council Tax discounts and exemptions
You can get money off your Council Tax bill, or even pay nothing, in certain circumstances. Discounts and exemptions A discount or exemption depends on your current situation and circumstances, but does not take account of income or savings. If you are on a low...
NEWS | NHS will buy thousands of extra beds in care homes and other settings to help discharge more patients to free up hospital beds
Thousands of extra medically fit patients will be discharged from hospitals into community care settings, such as care homes, over the coming weeks to free up hospital beds and reduce pressure on the NHS, the Health and Social Care Secretary Steve Barclay is set to...
NEWS | Wyre Pie Company is a finalist in the Countryside Alliance Awards
From the Countryside Alliance Awards: We are delighted to announce that the Wyre Pie Company has been shortlisted to win a Countryside Alliance Award in the Butchers category. The Awards are the Countryside Alliance’s annual celebration of British food &...
NEWS | Police close major route in Herefordshire due to ongoing incident
West Mercia Police officers are in attendance at an incident on a major route in Herefordshire this morning. There is heavy traffic due to a police incident on the A449 (Worcester Road) near Ledbury, in both directions from the A438 High Street to A449 Cut Throat...
NEWS | Herefordshire likely to see further flooding this week with warnings for heavy rain across parts of Mid Wales
Parts of Herefordshire are likely to see further flooding this week, with the Met Office issuing a weather warning for parts of Mid Wales. The warning is in place for Tuesday, with up to 100mm of rain possible in some parts, which is likely to lead to further flooding...
NEWS | Motorcyclist suffers significant injury to leg after being involved in a collision with a car
A motorcyclist has suffered a significant injury to his leg after being involved in a collision with a car earlier today. The incident occurred near Upper Sapey, with West Mercia Police, West Midlands Ambulance Service and Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue...
NEWS | Emergency services respond to a collision involving a car and a motorcycle on the Herefordshire border
Emergency services respond to a collision on the Herefordshire border. West Mercia Police and West Midlands Ambulance Service have attended a collision on the Herefordshire border. The incident occurred on the B4203 near Upper Sapey. A Hereford & Worcester Fire...
NEWS | Search and Rescue Teams battle awful weather conditions and high river levels to search for a missing woman
Search and Rescue Teams are continuing to battle difficult weather conditions and high river levels to search for a woman who went missing on Wednesday. In an update shared on Saturday, the Central Beacons Mountain Rescue Team said: “We continue with our best efforts...
NEWS | Herefordshire Council reveals Hereford Masterplan aimed at reducing emissions, encouraging walking and cycling and making the city a more attractive place to visit for all
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...
UPDATE | Flood Warning issued on the River Wye between Hay-on-Wye and Hereford
A Flood Warning has been issued by the Environment Agency for the River Wye between Hay-on-Wye and Hereford. Levels are continuing to rise at Bredwardine, with a second peak expected later this morning. Levels have peaked in Hereford, but will rise a little further...
NEWS | Police issue an appeal following an incident that occurred in Leominster involving loose dogs
West Mercia Police officers are appealing for information following an incident that occurred in Leominster. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “Police are appealing for witnesses following an incident that occurred within the locality of Bridge Street,...