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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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;...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
©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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 &...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
Two Flood Warnings have been issued for Hereford city, with levels continuing to rise on the River Wye. A spokesperson for the Environment Agency said: “River levels are forecast to rise at the Old Wye Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently,...
Hereford residents are being warned by the Environment Agency to be prepared for possible flooding, with levels on the River Wye responding to heavy rain in Mid Wales. A peak of around 4.3-4.8 metres is expected in Hereford overnight Saturday, into the early hours of...
The A49 is partially blocked by a collision on Dinmore Hill this morning. This is affecting traffic between Hereford and Leominster. The collision has occurred close to the entrance to Queenswood. The road remains open at present by West Mercia Police officers are...
Google Street View - Image Date - November 2020 Introducing Traffic Enforcement Cameras in Hereford will be yet another 'attack on the motorist' says local councillor Jim Kenyon, with several councillors reportedly highlighting concerns, particularly over a new...
Enhancement works will be carried out to Widemarsh Street, Hereford, as part of the Hereford City Centre Improvements (HCCI) plan. The scheme, estimated to take 16 weeks, is scheduled to begin in February, subject to detailed design being completed, and will include...
Search and Rescue Teams in Mid Wales are continuing to search for a woman after reports that two women were seen in a river. Sadly, the body of one of the women has been recovered. From Dyfed-Powys Police: “A large scale search of the Ystradfellte Falls...
The Environment Agency is warning people living near the River Lugg in Herefordshire to prepare for flooding. Levels continue to rise, with heavy rain leading to levels on the Wye rising, meaning that the Lugg is backing up near Lugwardine, leading to more extensive...
Hereford residents are being warned by the Environment Agency to be prepared for possible flooding, with levels on the River Wye responding to heavy rain in Mid Wales. A peak of around 4.3-4.8 metres is expected in Hereford overnight Saturday, into the early hours of...
West Midlands Ambulance Service have provided an update on an incident in Hereford City Centre earlier today. A spokesperson for West Midlands Ambulance Service: “We were called to reports of a medical emergency near to The Body Shop at 1.08pm, two ambulances and...
Herefordshire farmer guilty of animal welfare offences has been banned for 10 years from keeping livestock A farmer from Garway has been fined, given an 18-month community order and banned from keeping livestock for 10 years from 16 February 2023 in a case brought by...