A man was yesterday (Monday 15 July) sentenced to three years and nine months for domestic abuse offences relating to an incident in the Weobley area of Herefordshire in 2023. Janed Khan, of Amberley Grove, Birmingham, was found guilty in June of engaging in...
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NEWS | Interview with former Hereford United player Steve Spooner
Former Hereford United player Steve Spooner spoke to Matt Healey about his time at Edgar Street. Spooner was signed from Chesterfield in the summer of 1986 by then manager john Newman and made 84 appearances scoring 19 goals. He is currently the lead professional...
MISSING PERSON | Police launch urgent search for a missing 45-year-old man from Leominster
Can you help Police find Paul? Officers are appealing for information to help find Paul Hughes, who has been reported missing from Leominster. The 45-year-old was last seen in the Wetherspoons in Leominster at around 1.15pm yesterday afternoon (19 July). Paul is...
NEWS | GP surgeries across Herefordshire remain affected by global IT outage with supermarkets, airports and other organisations also facing problems
Herefordshire GP surgeries have issued urgent alerts to patients, following an IT failure this morning. GP surgeries, along with a number of other organisations and businesses across Herefordshire, have been affected by a global system outage that appears to be...
NEWS | Police believe person responsible for a homophobic hate crime is from the Hereford area following incident at a service station
Police are appealing for help in identifying a man and a woman who abused a couple in a suspected hate crime at a motorway service station. Officers received a report that a couple had stopped at Gloucester Services, between junctions 12 and 11 on the M5 northbound....
NEWS | Herefordshire GP Surgeries hit by IT System failure that is affecting businesses and organisations across the globe
Herefordshire GP surgeries have issued urgent alerts to patients, following an IT failure this morning. GP surgeries, along with a number of other organisations and businesses across Herefordshire, have been affected by a global system outage that appears to be...
IN MEMORY | In Memory of Pat Husbands who sadly passed away following a short stay in hospital
In Memory of Pat Husbands. Pat Husbands sadly passed away on the 5th July in hospital after a short stay. Pat was the highlight of her grandchildren lives and they would love it if you would join them at The Rowing Club on the 31st August 12:30 to 4pm to celebrate her...
NEWS | Police have made an arrest following an incident in Hereford this afternoon
West Mercia Police responded to an incident in the Hunderton area of Hereford this afternoon. The incident occurred on Hunderton Road, under the bridge. The road was temporarily blocked. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police told Your Herefordshire: “A car...
NEWS | Police responding to an incident in the Hunderton area of Hereford this afternoon
West Mercia Police are responding to an incident in the Hunderton area of Hereford this afternoon. The incident has occurred on Hunderton Road, under the bridge. West Mercia Police are at the scene and the road is currently blocked. Motorists are advised to use...
BREAKING | A former West Mercia Police officer has been sentenced to a nine month community order for sexual assault
A former West Mercia Police officer has been sentenced to a nine month community order for sexual assault. He will also serve 140 hours of community service and pay £300 in compensation and £2000 in costs. Liam Smith, 30, of Lancer Road in Shrewsbury was handed the...
NEWS | The Herefordshire Drug and Alcohol Recovery Service announced today that they have achieved Hepatitis C micro-elimination
The Herefordshire Drug and Alcohol Recovery Service, which is part of the social enterprise Turning Point, announced today that they have achieved Hepatitis C micro-elimination. Hepatitis C is a bloodborne virus that damages the liver. Over time, persistent infection...
INFO | Important information for parents and guardians issued by Herefordshire Council in relation to school transport for 2024/25
From Herefordshire Council: ‘You have a legal responsibility to ensure that your child attends school regularly and this includes arranging travel to and from school, meeting the costs of this and accompanying your child as necessary. ‘In some cases, we have a...
FOOTBALL | A Herefordshire team has been left with no choice but to withdraw from the league ahead of the new season after failing to find a manager
A Herefordshire team has been left with no choice but to withdraw from the league ahead of the new season, after failing to find a manager. A statement shared by Shobdon FC on social media said: Shobdon FC statement “Sadly after a search for someone to take over and...
FOOTBALL | Wellington continue preparations for the new season with a 4-0 victory over Radnor Valley FC
Credit: Barcud-Coch Photography Wellington Football Club and Radnor Valley FC continued their preparations for the upcoming season last night as they met last night for a pre-season friendly at the Kensal Ground. The hosts opened the scoring when a 10th minute corner...
NEWS | Illegal vapes and counterfeit cigarettes worth an estimated total of £8,500 were seized from a Malvern store on Wednesday
Illegal vapes and counterfeit cigarettes worth an estimated total of £8,500 were seized from a Malvern store on Wednesday in a partnership operation. Officers from Malvern Safer Neighbourhood Team (SNT) supported partners at Worcestershire Trading Standards on a visit...
NEWS | Shocking statistics shared by the RSPCA show that the charity has received 115 animal cruelty reports in Herefordshire already this year
The RSPCA has warned that animal cruelty is on the rise - with the charity receiving 115 cruelty reports so far this year in Herefordshire alone, with its busiest period yet to come. The new figures, exclusively released today (17 July) by the RSPCA, show there have...
NEWS | A Herefordshire apprentice mechanic has become the youngest vehicle technician in the UK to be awarded withan Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) Level 3 qualification in hybrid and electric vehicles at just 19-years-old
Leominster apprentice named UK’s youngest EV-qualified mechanic A Herefordshire apprentice mechanic has become the youngest vehicle technician in the UK to be awarded withan Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) Level 3 qualification in...
NEWS | Work starts on new Wye Valley Diagnostic Centre that promises better service for local patients in Hereford
A new diagnostic centre with high-tech X-ray and scanning facilities has moved a step closer now that boots are on the ground and work has begun in earnest on the new facility, which will be managed by Wye Valley NHS Trust. The new building is part of a national...
NEWS | Bristol and Birmingham airports have both increased drop-off charges this summer
With airports up and down the UK about to enter the busiest period of the year with the arrival of the summer holidays, new RAC analysis shows that seven of the top 20 by passenger numbers have further increased their prices for drop-off parking since last summer.*...
NEWS | Family pays tribute to a ‘devoted Dad’ who died following a collision involving one vehicle
The family of Christopher Simmonds, who was sadly pronounced dead at the scene of a collision near Keeper's Pond, Abergavenny, have released the following tribute: "On Friday morning our world was turned upside down when we were tragically informed that we had lost...
NEWS | Two Just Stop Oil supporters sentenced at Sheffield Magistrates’ Court following their conviction for disrupting the World Snooker Championship at Sheffield’s Crucible Theatre last April
Two Just Stop Oil supporters, Margaret Reid and Eddie Whittingham, were sentenced at Sheffield Magistrates’ Court following their conviction for disrupting the World Snooker Championship at Sheffield’s Crucible Theatre last April. They interrupted the championship to...
NEWS | The final 12 tonne section of Worcester’s new walking and cycling bridge over the River Severn was lifted into place earlier this month
The final 12 tonne section of Worcester’s new walking and cycling bridge over the River Severn, Kepax Bridge, was lifted into place earlier this month. With the help of a 1,000-tonne crane, today’s work completes all the bridge lifts, which have taken place over the...
NEWS | Herefordshire Freemasons Launch Community Volunteering Initiative
Herefordshire Freemasons have launched a community volunteering initiative and are excited to share two recent events that have taken place. This initiative aims to complement their existing financial support for various charitable causes throughout the...
NEWS | A man has been sentenced to more than three years in prison for domestic abuse offences in Herefordshire
A man was yesterday (Monday 15 July) sentenced to three years and nine months for domestic abuse offences relating to an incident in the Weobley area of Herefordshire in 2023. Janed Khan, of Amberley Grove, Birmingham, was found guilty in June of engaging in...
BREAKING NEWS | West Mercia Police officer suspended after being charged with rape
A West Mercia Police officer has been charged with rape. David Parsons, 28, a police constable based in South Worcestershire Local Policing Area, is due to appear at Birmingham Magistrates’ Court later today (Tuesday 16 July). The charge relates to an incident...
NEWS | Police issue an appeal following the attempted theft of a Land Rover in a Herefordshire village
West Mercia Police officers in Bromyard have issued an appeal following the attempted theft of a Land Rover in a Herefordshire village. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police (Bromyard Safer Neighbourhood Team) said: “Sometime between the morning of the 11th July and...
FEATURED | Treat your loved one to a night away in a luxurious lodge that’s just a short trip from Hereford
Why not treat your loved one to a night away in a luxurious lodge that’s just a short trip from Hereford? ‘Welcome to Mountain Edge, located in South Shropshire. ‘A world class destination stretching from the dramatic moorland and breathtaking landscapes of the...
NEWS | Fire and Rescue Service crew help rescue a 20-year-old horse that was stuck in deep mud
At 12pm on Sunday, July 14th, the Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service crew from Brecon Fire Station and the Animal Rescue Team from Pontardawe Fire Station were called to an incident in Libanus, Brecon. Following a report of a horse that become stuck in a boggy...
NEWS | 31-year-old man from Hereford charged with rape following an incident near Hereford Cathedral
A 31-year-old man from Hereford has been charged with rape following an incident near Hereford Cathedral. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: Christopher Filbrandt, 31, of Eign Mill Road in Hereford has been charged with rape. The charge relates to an incident...
NEWS | Family pay tribute to a 58-year-old man who died in a collision involving two vehicles
The family of a man who died in a collision on the B4070 in Birdlip earlier this month have paid tribute to him and described him as "the anchor of the family". Michael Ramstedt died in a two-vehicle collision which involved a grey Nissan Qashqai and a silver Kia...
NEWS | Just Stop Oil supporter from Hereford to be sentenced on Thursday after being convicted of conspiracy to cause public nuisance
Press Release from Just Stop Oil: On Thursday, Cressie Gethin, 22, a musician from Hereford was one of five Just Stop Oil supporters convicted of conspiracy to cause public nuisance for planning to disrupt the M25 by climbing motorway gantries in November 2022. Just...
WEATHER WARNING | Torrential downpours and localised flooding possible across Herefordshire and surrounding areas later today
The Met Office has issued a weather warning for heavy rain across parts of Herefordshire later today. The warning, which covers much of south west England, Wales and the Midlands, is valid from 8am-midnight. The Met Office warning for Herefordshire says: ‘Outbreaks of...
NEWS | Police issue appeal after a man ‘touched himself inappropriately’ at a children’s play park in Herefordshire
Police are appealing for information after receiving reports of a man ‘touching himself inappropriately’ at a children’s play park. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “We have been made aware of an incident which happened on the 11th July at approximately...
NEWS | Police make arrest after motorist fails roadside drug test after being stopped for having no insurance
Vehicle seized following stop near Leominster. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police (Leominster Cops) said: “On Saturday morning at approximately 11.25am, a vehicle was stopped by the Ok Diner In Leominster by West Mercia Police officers. “A simple police...
NEWS | Police issue an appeal following several incidents in the Hereford and surrounding area
West Mercia Police have issued an appeal, following a number of incidents in the Hereford and surrounding area. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police (Hereford Police) said: “We want to inform you about several incidents that occurred early on Friday morning around...
NEWS | West Mercia Police officers receive National Bravery Award for saving a woman from drowning in her flood-stricken car
Pictured above are Annie Nisbet and PC Tom Simmonds and PS Lee Baker, outside 10 Downing Street, before last night's awards. “I live every day in gratitude that you gifted me with my life,” – those are the words of Annie Nisbet who was saved from drowning in her...
NEWS | Former Hereford United player gets engaged to Gary Lineker’s niece
Former Hereford United player Harry Agombar has got engaged. The former Swindon Town midfielder played a couple of games for the Bulls during the expunged 2014/2015 season. Harry's Instagram published an image of him proposing to his fiancée Tia on a beach in Ibiza....
IN MEMORY | In Memory of Don Warren formerly of Kingstone who sadly passed away aged 64-years-old
In Memory of Don Warren formerly of Kingstone. Passed away peacefully at Stanley House Care Home on Wednesday 3rd July 2024 aged 64 years. Loving Father to Tom (The Boy) & Step Father to Gareth. Devoted Brother to Billy, Sylvie, Marilyn, Kenny & the late...
NEWS | Bromyard Folk Festival Receives ‘Levelling-Up Fund’ Boost
Bromyard Folk Festival is thrilled to announce that it has successfully secured funding from the UK Government's 'Levelling-Up Fund'. This significant financial support, provided through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, will contribute towards the escalating costs of...
NEWS | Investigation launched in Hereford following reports of a rape in Hereford city centre overnight
An investigation has been launched following reports of a rape in Hereford City Centre in the early hours of this morning (Friday 12 July). Officers are currently at the scene near Hereford Cathedral after a report was received that a woman had been raped on the...
BREAKING NEWS | Cathedral Close in Hereford cordoned off following an incident overnight
Cathedral Close in Hereford is cordoned off this morning following an incident overnight. West Mercia Police officers remain at the scene and the whole of Cathedral Close and grounds surrounding the Cathedral remain cordoned off at present. Pedestrians and Cyclists...
FEATURED | A Herefordshire pub has confirmed that it will be a ‘football free zone’ this weekend
A Herefordshire pub has confirmed that it will be a ‘football free zone’ this weekend! The Prince of Wales in Ledbury doesn’t have any televisions, and therefore is the perfect place to visit if you wish to escape the football. With England taking on Spain in...
FEATURED | The Herefordshire pub and restaurant that showcases the very best food the region has to offer – with a real focus on specific diets and allergens
Herefordshire is full of wonderful eateries and places to visit and The Riverside at Aymestrey is certainly up there with the best. Everything at The Riverside is made and cooked freshly on-site at the restaurant; including the stone-ground spelt bread, hay and...
FEATURED | “No More Bull” – The demise of Hereford United and the rise of Hereford FC
The team from the Forgotten Football podcast recently spoke to Talking Bull's Simon Wright & Matchday announcer Matt Healey. They recount the demise of Hereford United and the negativity, division and emotions of the club being wound up. The duo also discuss...
BREAKING | Manhunt underway after human remains were found in a suitcase following a report of a man acting suspiciously
At 11.57pm yesterday (Wed 10 July) Avon and Somerset Police received a report of a man with a suitcase acting suspiciously on Clifton Suspension Bridge. Officers arrived at the bridge within 10 minutes, but the man had already left the area, leaving the suitcase...
NEWS | A man been sentenced to 15 months in prison for sending malicious communications to the family of Dylan Price
A man been sentenced to 15 months in prison for sending malicious communications to the family of Dylan Price. David Brown of Oak Meadow in Bishop’s Castle was sentenced at Shrewsbury Crown Court today (Thursday 11 July). The court heard how the 61-year-old sent...
NEWS | Police issue urgent message to motorists after several car thefts in Fownhope, Dormington and Hampton Bishop over recent days
West Mercia Police have shared an urgent message after several car thefts were reported in Fownhope, Dormington and Hampton Bishop over recent days. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “We are writing to you today to make you aware of recent car thefts in the...
NEWS | A new nail bar opens in Hereford on Sunday
A new nail bar will be opening in Hereford on Sunday 14th July on Eign Street. Deluxe Nails & Spa will be open for business on a temporary basis this weekend. They will initially open on Sundays only from the 14th, 21st,28th July, and also 4th and 11th August from...
NEWS | Andrea Champ from Hereford has been selected to represent England at the Home International Endurance Championships
Photo Credit: Kerry Dawson The Endurance GB International Committee is proud to announce that Andrea Champ from Hereford has been selected to represent England at the Home International Endurance Championships. The event will take place on the 10th and 11th of August...
UK NEWS | A drunk driver who killed a baby and his auntie when he slammed into the back of their car at 141mph while on his phone has been jailed
A drunk driver who killed a baby and his auntie when he slammed into the back of their car at 141mph while on his phone has been jailed. Darryl Anderson was more than twice the drink drive limit when he hit the Peugeot 308 that eight-month-old Zackary Blades and his...