Detectives investigating a murder after the body of a woman was found in a flat in Stroud have been given more time to question those arrested in connection with the incident. Magistrates have granted a warrant of further detention for a man from Stroud who was...
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NEWS | Police appeal after a catalytic converter was stolen from a vehicle in Hereford
West Mercia Police are appealing for information after a catalytic converter was stolen from a vehicle in Hereford. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “Sometime between Sunday 6th November and Tuesday 8th November a catalytic converter was stolen from a...
NEWS | Police in Hereford issue urgent warning to all residents and businesses after forged £50 notes were used in a Herefordshire village
West Mercia Police officers in Hereford have launched an investigation after a number of incidents where forged £50 notes were used in shops in a Herefordshire village. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police (Hereford Cops) said: Good Evening, “We have launched...
NEWS | Man jailed for ten years after attacking six people in Hereford
A man has been jailed for a serious assault in Hereford. Steven Mason, 33, of Rolle Street, Exmouth, was sent to prison for 10 years. He was sentenced at Worcester Crown Court on Wednesday 10 November. On 27 March 2021, Mason attacked six people who were gathered in...
NEWS | Exciting news for Hereford with The Beefy Boys to open a new bar specialising in cocktails and beers
The Beefy Boys in Hereford is famous across the world for their stunning burgers and their Hereford restaurant is about to get even better! The Beefy Bar will open this month and will specialise in cocktails, beers and mulled cider! In a post on social media, The...
NEWS | Emergency services called after a vehicle collided with a barrier on a busy route in Herefordshire this afternoon
West Mercia Police are currently in attendance at an incident on the A449 near Ross-on-Wye. Police have reported that a vehicle has collided with the barrier on the Ross-on-Wye bound side of the carriageway. Traffic is therefore at a standstill on the M50 and...
NEWS | Road closed as emergency services respond to an ongoing incident in Hereford this afternoon
A road is closed in Hereford this afternoon with emergency services dealing with an ongoing incident. The road across the railway line between Burcott Road and College Road is currently closed with West Mercia Police officers on the scene. The incident is being...
NEWS | Morrisons is permanently reducing the price of many of its cafe items so customers can enjoy their favourite meals at an even better price
Morrisons is permanently reducing the price of over half the hot dishes in its cafés so customers can enjoy their favourite meals at an even better price. Over half of the hot food dishes on the menu have had their prices cut including Fish and Chips which is now...
NEWS | Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service search dog helps trace missing 14-year-old girl in Worcester
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service search dog Radar recently played a major role in helping rescue a 14 year old girl who had gone missing in Worcester. The call for help came after the girl was reported missing during a wet and cold evening. With...
UK NEWS | Police launch nationwide appeal to find 16-year-old wanted on suspicion of murder
Detectives investigating the murder of Gabriel Petrov Stoyanov in Downham have named a youth they want to speak to in connection with his murder. George David, 16, from Downham, is wanted on suspicion of murder. He has links to Bromley and Orpington. Anyone who sees...
NEWS | Police urge people to be aware of scam phone calls after an incident involving a local family
Please be aware of anyone asking you to withdraw money, make bank transfers or hand over card details. So called “courier fraud” can involve cold calls from people claiming to be from authority, such as police officers or credit card companies. In reality, these calls...
NEWS | Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service provide update on collision on Worcester Road
Emergency services responded to a collision in Herefordshire this morning. The collision occurred on the A4103 between Hereford and Worcester, near Newtown Crossroads. A spokesperson for Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue told Your Herefordshire:...
NEWS | Emergency services called to a collision on a major route this morning in Herefordshire
Emergency services are currently responding to a collision in Herefordshire. The collision has occurred on the A4103 between Hereford and Worcester, near Newtown Crossroads. Motorists have reported that the road is currently blocked and are advising other...
NEWS | Sister of 19-year-old woman who died in a collision in Herefordshire shares powerful message in her memory
The sister of Molly Stone, a 19-year-old woman who sadly passed away following a collision in Herefordshire earlier this week, has shared a powerful message in her memory. In a post on the website, GoFundMe, Molly’s sister Abbie said: “My name is Abbie, and I am the...
NEWS | A brand new Italian restaurant to open soon and it looks absolutely fabulous
A brand new Italian restaurant is set to open in a Herefordshire market town, and it looks absolutely fabulous! Il Vigneto Authentic Italian Food and Wine is set to open in Leominster soon and promises to be a hit with locals. The restaurant will be located on West...
NEWS | Wye Valley NHS Trust switches on new fossil-fuel free green heating at County Hospital site
With the climate under scrutiny at the ongoing COP27 UN Climate Change Conference, Wye Valley NHS Trust has made a timely change to help it look after the environment as well as its patients. Earlier this month the Trust flicked the switch on a new ground source heat...
NEWS | Hereford’s Rural Crime have seized a stolen vehicle
Hereford’s Rural Crime Team (West Mercia Police) have seized a stolen vehicle. The stolen vehicle, a Mitsubishi 4x4, was seized by officers after being stolen in the area. In a post on Twitter, the Hereford Rural Crime Team said: “Hereford Rural Crime Team have...
NEWS | Work is continuing on a project costing around £700,000 to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists in St Owen Street
Work is now underway on measures to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists in St Owen Street, Hereford. New raised crossings will make it easier for pedestrians to cross this wide street while slowing traffic and cyclists will soon find it much easier to reach...
NEWS | Aldi has revealed when its stores will be open over the festive period and when Turkeys will be available
Aldi has revealed when its stores will be open over the festive period. In the run-up to Christmas, Aldi are extending their opening hours, opening from 7am to 10pm from Monday 19th December to give shoppers more time to pick up last-minute food, drink and gifts...
NEWS | Letter sent to parents following a major incident involving a Hereford Secondary School
A Herefordshire Secondary School headteacher has sent a letter to parents to advise them that student data has been leaked following a cyber attack on the school. The Bishop of Hereford’s Bluecoat School sent the following letter to parents earlier this week. As you...
NEWS | Anti-violence sculpture is coming to Hereford today to help raise awareness of the dangers of carrying a knife
Anti-violence sculpture will tour the three counties covered by West Mercia Police to help raise awareness of the dangers of carrying a knife. The Anti-violence Bee is the first UK sculpture to be made entirely from knives and firearms. It will tour the force area...
NEWS | A new shop with a private dining area is opening on a busy street in Hereford city centre
A new shop with a private dining area is to open on a busy street in Hereford city centre. Charcuterie, which is currently located in Hereford Butter Market, is expanding and opening a new shop at 24 Widemarsh Street. “Since we opened our doors, Charcuterie...
NEWS | Man sentenced for dangerous driving and obstructing emergency worker after he was caught overtaking and hindering an ambulance
Following a Thames Valley Police investigation, a man has been given a suspended prison sentence after he was convicted of dangerous driving and obstructing/hindering an emergency worker in Maidenhead. Albert Butler, aged 38, of Windermere Road, Reading, pleaded...
NEWS | Shocking figures from the 2021 Census show level of Household Deprivation in Herefordshire
Shocking figures from the 2021 Census have revealed the level of Household Deprivation in Herefordshire, with a significant number of residents in Herefordshire now finding their household deprived in at least one dimension. Figures released by the Office for National...
NEWS | Emergency road closure in place on Whitecross Road in Hereford
Hereford Highways (Balfour Beatty Living Places) have confirmed that an emergency road closure will be in place on the A438 (Whitecross Road) in Hereford tonight. The closure will be in place from 7.30pm until 6am tonight and tomorrow night (Thursday), near the...
NEWS | Police visit Herefordshire beauty spot following reports of thefts from cars
West Mercia Police officers have visited Breinton Springs over recent days, following a number of reports of thefts from cars in the area. A spokesperson for Hereford Rural North SNT (West Mercia Police) said: “Just to let you know we were out yesterday...
NEWS | A new Pool & Sports venue is to open in Hereford city centre
A new pool and sports venue is to open in Hereford city centre. Novello’s Pool Bar & Sports Loft will open in the coming months, with a number of pool tables available and Sky Sports LIVE on television. Novello’s will be located on Commercial Street, in Hereford...
NEWS | Full list of proposed locations that Herefordshire Council plans to introduce Traffic Enforcement Cameras
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...
NEWS | Tributes paid to a couple who tragically died in a collision at the weekend
The son of a couple tragically killed in a collision at the weekend has paid tribute to his selfless, kind and generous parents. David Haynes, aged 75, and his wife Beryl, aged 72, died when their car was involved in a collision on the B4425 Bibury Road near...
UK NEWS | A police officer has been injured after being involved in a collision with two lorries when responding to Just Stop Oil protest
Two people have been arrested as officers responded quickly to reports of people trying to gain access to gantries over the M25. Initially officers intervened to deal with someone on the motorway between Junction 26 and 27. Due to this a rolling road block was put in...
NEWS | Cash-only payments at a Hereford supermarket this morning as card payment system goes down
Your Herefordshire has been informed that the card payment systems are currently down at Sainsbury’s in Hereford. The store remains open but customers are currently being advised that the store is only accepting cash payments. The store in Barton Yard has been...
NEWS | Local climate action project prompts national charity to urge communities to take the lead in tackling climate change
As Governments meeting at COP27 this week are criticised for having climate change policies inadequate to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees C, the national charity Carbon Copy is urging communities to take the initiative and develop projects that tackle climate...
NEWS | Man arrested after being found asleep at the wheel after his vehicle ended up off the road
A man who blew four times the legal drink drive limit is in police custody after he was breathalysed on the side of the M50 motorway this morning (Tuesday). A spokesperson for Gloucestershire Constabulary said: “We were called to junction one of the motorway at...
NEWS | Anglers from all over the UK will descend on Hereford this week to take part in an Angling Festival on the River Wye
Anglers from all over the UK will descend on Hereford this week to take part in the annual 3 Day Autumn Angling Festival on the River Wye. The event, now in its 16th year takes place between the Victoria Foot bridge, upstream as far as Breinton. The match length is...
NEWS | The A49 is closed between Hereford and Leominster this evening with motorists facing long diversion
The A49 is closed between Hereford and Leominster this evening, with motorists advised to use the A417 or A4110 as a diversion. The closure is in place between the junction for the A417 (Bodenham / Gloucester) and Wellington. Road closed signs are in place near the...
FOOTBALL | Bulls comfortably beaten by Kettering on return to league action
Hereford FC returned to league action this evening in the hope of gaining three points in the push for a play off place. The Bulls put on a decent show against League One side Portsmouth in the FA Cup, but were beaten 3-1 after a dominant second half performance from...
NEWS | Tributes have been pouring in following the death of a 19-year-old woman in Herefordshire
From West Mercia Police: Molly Stone, 19, sadly died in the early hours of this morning following a collision on the A438 between Ledbury and Trumpet yesterday. Molly’s family have paid tribute to her, saying: “Our darling daughter, sister, aunty and...
NEWS | Man arrested on suspicion of drink driving after ending up in a ditch next to the M50
A man who blew four times the legal drink drive limit is in police custody after he was breathalysed on the side of the M50 motorway this morning, Tuesday 8 November. Police were called to junction one of the motorway at 11.50am after a concerned member of the public...
NEWS | A Hereford Primary School will be partially closed on Wednesday due to a gas leak
Update: “The Brookfield Primary site will still be closed tomorrow 9th November for ongoing gas leak investigations. Secondary and Arrow open as usual. Any update will be posted on here and through Facebook. Many thanks for your understanding.” A Hereford Primary...
RUGBY | A former Hereford rugby player has become the youngest player in history to start for Bristol Bears in a Premiership fixture
Former Hereford RFC junior Joe Jenkins powers past England internationals Elliot Daly and Max Malins in Bristol’s Premiership clash against Saracens. Photograph: JMPUK Herefordshire rugby ace creates history at Bristol. A FORMER Hereford rugby player has become the...
NEWS | Family pays tribute to 19-year-old woman who died following a collision in Herefordshire on Monday
From West Mercia Police: Molly Stone, 19, sadly died in the early hours of this morning following a collision on the A438 between Ledbury and Trumpet yesterday. Molly’s family have paid tribute to her, saying: “Our darling daughter, sister, aunty and...
NEWS | Anti-violence bee is coming to Leominster tomorrow to help raise awareness of the dangers of carrying a knife
Anti-violence sculpture will tour the three counties covered by West Mercia Police to help raise awareness of the dangers of carrying a knife. The Anti-violence Bee is the first UK sculpture to be made entirely from knives and firearms. It will tour the force area...
NEWS | It’s ‘Business as usual’ despite a Hereford pub entering liquidation
It’s ‘Business as usual’ at a Hereford pub, despite it entering liquidation. The Secret Garden in Hereford posted the following update on social media earlier today, following the news that the company had entered liquidation. “As most may have seen today we...
NEWS | Pet food donations needed: Blue Cross partners with Hereford Food Bank to help needy pet owners
Charity Blue Cross has teamed up with a local food bank to provide vital help to pet owners who are struggling to feed their animals as everyday living costs continue to rise. The pet charity’s shop on Widemarsh Street in Hereford is seeking...
FEATURED | Stunning places to visit with your dogs in Wales and Herefordshire this winter
Spread right across Wales, you’ll discover hundreds of breathtaking chapels. Tucked away in quaint villages or perfectly placed in bustling towns, these special places typically boast a fascinating history, ornate windows, and awe-inspiring style. Sugar &...
FEATURED | Do you remember the Henryka Jewellery Store in Hereford – It’s now online and thriving! Find out more ….
Do you remember the HENRYKA Jewellery Store in Hereford? Even though they closed their store back in 2019, this Hereford based business has grown from strength to strength! Your Herefordshire caught up with Anna and Hollie to find out a little bit more about the...
NEWS | Hereford Indie Food Festival to return for three days in August 2023
The hugely successful Hereford Indie Food Festival will return in 2023. Hereford Indie Food is a 3 day urban festival of street food, music, makers, and produce - set in the heart of Hereford city. Last year’s festival saw over 7000 people come to the 2 day event,...
NEWS | A Hereford Primary School is closed this morning due to a gas leak
A Hereford Primary School is closed today due to a gas leak. Brookfield School and Specialist College shared the following update on the Herefordshire Council schools portal a short while ago. “Due to a gas leak outside of the school, the primary school is shut to all...
NEWS | Shoppers will be able to park for free for late night shopping in Hereford this December
Shoppers in Hereford will be able to park for free in Herefordshire Council car parks in the city centre from 4pm on Wednesday 7th December, Wednesday 14th December and Wednesday 21st December. ‘An incredible line up’ of street entertainment and live music is planned...
NEWS | Final day to have your say on proposed improvements to the streets and public spaces in Hereford’s historic Cathedral and River Wye Quarter
A consultation has been launched on proposed improvements to the streets and public spaces in Hereford’s historic Cathedral and River Wye Quarter. Changes are being proposed for the layout and use of the streets and public spaces in the historic core of Hereford,...