West Mercia Police officers in the Bromyard area of Herefordshire are appealing for information after a quantity of fuel was stolen from a vehicle in the Risbury area. Officers believe that those behind the theft may have originally attempted to steal the...
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NEWS | Morrisons is helping its customers save money at the fuel pumps by offering 5p off every litre
Morrisons is helping its customers save money at the fuel pumps by offering 5p off every litre. All customers that spend £40 in store between Thursday 29th September and Sunday 9th October will receive a coupon allowing them to save 5p on every litre of fuel...
BREAKING | Detectives arrest man on suspicion of murder of 9-year-old Olivia Pratt-Korbel
Merseyside Police have made a major arrest this evening in relation to the murder of Olivia Pratt-Korbel in Liverpool on 22nd August 2022. Detectives have arrested at 34-year-old man on suspicion of the murder of Olivia Pratt-Korbel on 22 August 2022.The investigation...
NEWS | Royal Mail issues update with more than 20 days of strike action set to take place before Christmas
The Royal Mail has issued a statement today, giving an update on the latest situation regarding strike action. A spokesperson for the Royal Mail said: The Communication Workers Union (CWU) has called on its members who collect, sort and deliver parcels and letters to...
NEWS | One lucky local resident to receive the very first Monopoly: Hereford Edition game – BUY YOURS NOW!
A retired Hereford postie next week gets a very special delivery .. the very first MONOPOLY: Hereford Edition game to roll off the presses from Winning Moves UK and Hasbro, a global brand entertainment company. The board’s ‘Big Reveal’...
NEWS | ONE WEEK TO GO! Hereford Monopoly Game being rolled out on 6th October with 30 local landmarks and organisations part of the game
Being rolled out in just a weeks time .. the brand new official MONOPOLY: Hereford Edition game from Winning Moves UK and global play and entertainment brand Hasbro. The board’s ‘Big Reveal’ is on Thursday 6th October 2022 - when a...
NEWS | Emergency services called to a collision on a busy route near Hereford this evening
Emergency services have been called to a collision on a busy route near Hereford this evening. The collision has occurred on the A4103 (Hereford to Worcester) road this evening. The collision is said to be close to the Bromyard turning near Hereford. At least three...
NEWS | Westfields make huge gesture to support Worcester Raiders following news that Worcester Warriors to enter administration
Worcester Raiders, who currently play at Sixways Stadium, the home of Worcester Warriors, have made a statement in support of Westfields Football Club. It comes after the Hereford based side donated gate receipts to Worcester Raiders to support them due to the current...
#StrongerHereford | What is the Stronger Towns Fund and why won’t it be spent on funding a bypass?
Quite often, the first words on the lips of readers when we mention the projects associated with the #StrongerHereford project are, why is the council wasting our money and why don't they spend it on a bypass? Well it's not that simple. This is money allocated by...
NEWS | The 15 projects that are set to put Hereford on the map after £22.4 million funding confirmed
Stronger Hereford Vision – Hereford aspires to be one of the greenest and fairest cities in the country, with fantastic opportunities and quality of life for people of all ages. Deeply rooted in our unique rural heritage, we’re blossoming into a richly creative,...
NEWS | Police appeal after a cyclist was injured in a collision in Herefordshire
West Mercia Police officers are appealing for witnesses following a collision involving a van and a bicycle in Herefordshire. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police told Your Herefordshire: “Around 7am yesterday (Wednesday 28 September) we received report of a...
NEWS | Hereford has been given the go ahead to spend £22.4 million of Government investment on projects that’ll boost ambitions for a green, fair, and connected future
It’s official - Hereford has been given the go ahead to spend £22.4 million of Government investment on transformational projects that’ll boost ambitions for a green, fair, and connected future. Fifteen capital projects that will bring about new skills, creative...
FOOTBALL | Hereford Pegasus up to 8th place after a 2-0 victory over local rivals Westfields
Hereford Pegasus have adjusted to life in the Hellenic Premier Division very well and highlighted that with a fantastic 2-0 victory over local rivals Westfields FC at the KGD Stadium on Tuesday evening. Goals from Dale Richards (Own Goal) and Sam Pearson secured all...
NEWS | Herefordshire firefighters achieve second place in World Rescue Challenge 2022 in Luxembourg
A Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service ‘Extrication’ team have recently returned home from Luxembourg after clinching second place in the international firefighting World Rescue Challenge 2022 there. Drawn from several HWFRS fire stations, the team were...
NEWS | Hereford FC General Manager Jamie Griffiths to run the London Marathon to raise money for Birmingham Children’s Hospital
Hereford FC General Manager Jamie Griffiths has a busy weekend ahead, with Hereford FC travelling to Three Bridges for FA Cup action, before he takes part in the London Marathon. Jamie will be running the London Marathon to raise money for Birmingham Children’s...
UK NEWS | Man arrested on suspicion of murder after man in his 60s was found dead at an address in Shropshire 
From West Mercia Police: Man in his 60s found dead in Leegomery, Telford. Officers were called to a property in Radnor Court, Leegomery, Telford early this morning, (Wednesday 28 September), where a man in his 60s had sadly died. His next of kin have been informed and...
FEATURED | Seven beautiful cottages where you can stay over the festive period and dogs are welcome
With winter on the way, Sugar & Loaf highlight the cosiest cottages in Wales for a fabulous festive break. Spend Christmas in Wales with one of these cosy cottages and discover the beautiful winter scenery of snow-capped mountains while enjoying the lovely local...
NEWS | Concerns that city centre stores could close down if Lidl is given go-ahead to build superstore at Three Counties Hotel site on Belmont Road
There are concerns that city centre food stores could be forced to close down if Lidl is given the go-ahead to build a food store at the Three Counties Hotel site on Belmont Road in Hereford. The comments from Planning Consultancy Services company JWPlanning state...
NEWS | Important update for anyone planning to visit Queenswood Country Park & Arboretum next week
Queenswood Country Park & Arboretum have issued an important update for any visitors planning to visit the park next week. A post on the Queenswood Country Park & Arboretum Facebook page said: “Please note that next week (from 3rd October) some paths and areas...
NEWS | Rail users warned of several days of disruption with further strike action set to take place
Rail users across Herefordshire are being warned to expect disruption over the coming weeks, with further strike action set to take place. Below are updates from all the rail companies that travel through stations in Herefordshire. Transport for Wales Statement:...
NEWS | Sneak preview of the new beer garden at a popular family pub in Hereford
Work is continuing on a brand new beer garden at a popular family pub in Hereford. The work has started at The Wye Inn on Holme Lacy Road, with work expected to be completed by the Spring, ready for next summer. A post on The Wye Inn Pub and Restaurant Facebook page...
NEWS | Family pays tribute to ’sweet and loving boy’ who died in a collision
The family of nine-year-old Jake Allen, who sadly died in a collision at Coney Green Farm, Stourport, on Saturday 24 September, have paid tribute to their “sweet and loving boy”. Jake’s family said: “We’re all completely devastated by the loss of our Jakey. He was...
NEWS | Volunteers to return to paralysed builder’s Herefordshire home this week to lend more help
A group of volunteers who helped a builder left paralysed after a fall are returning to his Herefordshire home three years later to carry out more work to help him regain his independence. Martin Wilks was left paralysed from the chest down after falling off a...
NEWS | Asda releases details of its flu jab rollout with jabs available for £9.98
Alongside offering the cheapest flu jab on the market, Asda is adding £1 to customers’ cash pots when they book a private flu jab at an Asda Pharmacy Asda’s flu jab is the cheapest on the market at £9.98Customers with the Asda Rewards app will receive a £1 cash pot...
NEWS | Morrisons is reducing the prices on 150 of its most popular products to help make customers’ money go further
Morrisons is reducing the prices on 150 of its most popular products to help make customers’ money go further. The lower prices cover nearly six per cent of Morrisons total volume sales and offer customers an average saving of 14 per cent. Cupboard...
NEWS | ‘Do not let this man use your toilet’ – Police issue alert following suspicious behaviour in Herefordshire
West Mercia Police have issued an appeal following suspicious behaviour from a male in the Burghill area. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “We have been receiving reports this morning that a male is hanging around the Burghill area acting...
NEWS | A Herefordshire man who slept rough for over 20 years has been interviewed by the BBC and praised Herefordshire Council
A Herefordshire man who slept rough for over 20 years has been interviewed by the BBC. Stephen also sent a letter to Herefordshire Council thanking support workers for helping him get back on his feet. Herefordshire’s rough sleep support team will continue their...
NEWS | Plans approved for 230 new homes next to the A49 in the Grafton area of Hereford
Herefordshire Council’s Planning and Regulatory Committee have this morning passed plans for 230 new homes to be built on the outskirts of Hereford. The decision was passed with seven voting in favour and six voting against the plans. The Planning and Regulatory...
NEWS | Police seize a quantity of drugs in Hereford after recent patrols in areas known for drug dealing
West Mercia Police officers in Hereford have seized a quantity of drugs following recent patrols. The patrols are believed to have taken place in the South Wye area of the city. Officers have been targeting areas where drug dealing activity is known to take place and...
NEWS | Have you seen missing person Rob Millar?
Family and friends are appealing for help in finding missing person Rob Millar from Abergavenny. Police have been informed about his disappearance. His family and friends are very concerned and there have been possible sightings of Rob in the Hereford / Burghill areas...
NEWS | Family and friends are raising money to help pay for the funeral of a lovely lady who passed away following a battle with cancer
The family and friends of a lady from Herefordshire are currently raising money to help pay for the funeral of a lovely lady who passed away following a battle with cancer. Friends of Lyn Taylor have set up a GoFundMe page to help support the family at this difficult...
NEWS | Apply for your child’s reception class school place for 2023 from today
Apply for your child’s reception class school place for 2023 from today Herefordshire Council’s admission process for reception class school places for September 2023 opens today for children who were born between 1 September 2018 and 31 August 2019.Applications can...
NEWS | Police arrest two people linked with shoplifting offences in Leominster
West Mercia Police have arrested two people in relation to shoplifting offences in Leominster. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “Yesterday saw two males arrested by our patrol colleagues as follows. “A male who had committed a string of shoplifting offences...
NEWS | Police appeal for witnesses after a 9-year-old boy died in a collision
West Mercia Police are appealing for information after a 9-year-old boy died in a collision in Worcestershire. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “Around 4:45pm on Saturday (24 September) we were called to reports of a single vehicle collision at Coney Green...
NEWS | Established Boxing Club boosts mental wellbeing and fitness in Hereford
Matt from Your Herefordshire popped over to the South Wye Police Boxing Academy which is situated at the Hinton Community Centre on Ross Road. The academy is run by Vince McNally. Vince moved to Hereford in the early 90's after working for the forces. He told Your...
NEWS | Transport for Wales services to be impacted by industrial action over the coming weeks
From Transport for Wales: The majority of Transport for Wales (TfW) services across the Wales and Borders network will be suspended on two days in October due to the on-going national industrial action. The National Union of Rail, Maritime, and Transport Workers (RMT)...
NEWS | Hereford was one of the best performing cities in the UK for footfall recovery during the summer
Hereford was one of the best performing cities in the UK for footfall recovery during the summer, according to research from Place Informatics, a UK-based footfall specialist. The locations examined were specifically those with Business Improvement Districts...
NEWS | Aldi is rolling out recycling bins for soft plastics across almost all its UK stores
Aldi is rolling out recycling bins for soft plastics across almost all its UK stores, with a view to helping customers recycle tonnes of problem materials a year. Following the success of the trial last year, the move now means that customers can return all...
NEWS | Fire crews called to Greyfriars Bridge in Hereford overnight following a suspicious incident
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews were called to Greyfriars Bridge in Hereford overnight, to reports of a fire. Crews attended the incident with West Mercia Police, following concerns that the fire may have been started deliberately, with a number...
UPDATE | Kempton Avenue closed in both directions following a collision this morning
Kempton Avenue in Hereford is closed in both directions this morning after emergency services were called to a collision. West Mercia Police, West Midlands Ambulance Service and two Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews are all at the scene of the...
NEWS | Emergency services responding to a serious collision in Hereford this morning
Emergency services responding to a serious collision in Hereford this morning. West Mercia Police, West Midlands Ambulance Service and Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service are all on the scene of the collision on Kempton Avenue. The road is closed in both...
NEWS | Emergency services responding to an incident in Hereford this evening
Emergency services are currently responding to an incident in Hereford. West Mercia Police and Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews are currently situated in Asda car park with reports of an incident near Greyfriars Bridge. A member of the public...
NEWS | Majority of rail services cancelled this Saturday with further strike action taking place
Railway workers on Network Rail and 14 train operating companies will take strike action on October 1st in a row over job security, pay and working conditions. The 24-hour action which will bring the railway to an effective standstill, comes after the union received...
NEWS | Four men arrested after National Police Air Service help local officers search for suspects following a burglary in Hereford overnight
West Mercia Police have confirmed the reason why a police helicopter was circling over Hereford overnight. Around 11pm last night (Sunday 25 September) we received a report of a burglary at a building site on College Road, Hereford. A spokesperson for West Mercia...
FOOTBALL | Bulls return to form in the league with comfortable 3-0 victory over Blyth Spartans at Edgar Street
Photo - Craig Anthony Photography Hereford FC returned to form in the National League North with a 3-0 home victory over Blyth Spartans at Edgar Street. Manager Josh Gowling spoke to the official website after the game and was delighted with the performance from his...
NEWS | Exciting day for Hereford with the launch of the Herefordshire Scrap Store and Resource Centre
The Herefordshire Scrap Store and Resource Centre is coming together and will open on Monday 26th September at 10am. Everything is donated by local people and local businesses and will be available to schools, organisations and the general public at can’t miss...
NEWS | Alton Towers releases details about Oktoberfest, Scarefest and Christmas Events
Alton Towers Resort has announced that its series of fantastic celebrations and entertainment will continue this Autumn, with fantabulous live entertainment, spooktacular fun and thrills and so much more! Guests will get to kick off Autumn with the return...
NEWS | More than £600,000 is set to be spent on consultants for architectural, transport and design aspect of Hereford City Masterplan Project
Photo Credit: Cameron M-Hill Photography Documents shared by Herefordshire Council appear to indicate that more than £600,000 is set to be spent on consultants for the architectural, transport and design aspects of the Hereford City Masterplan Project. Herefordshire...
UK NEWS | Public rapid electric vehicle charging costs rise 42% in four months according to the RAC
Public rapid electric vehicle charging costs rise 42% in four months The cost to charge an electric car on a pay-as-you-go basis at a publicly accessible ‘rapid’ charger has increased by 42% – or 18.75p per kilowatt hour – since May to reach an average of 63.29p per...
NEWS | Work underway on a new beer garden at a popular family pub in Hereford
Work is underway on a brand new beer garden at a popular family pub in Hereford. The work has started at The Wye Inn on Holme Lacy Road, with work expected to be completed by the Spring, ready for next summer. A post on The Wye Inn Pub and Restaurant Facebook page...