Jaqueline Davies (Jackie) of Hereford. Unexpectedly passed away at Hereford County Hospital on Thursday 4th July 2024 aged 59 Years. Daughter of the late Frank & Gill, loving Sister to Mike, Peter & Gillian. The funeral service will take place at Hereford...
West Mercia Police have provided an update into a fatal house fire that occurred in Herefordshire. The fire occurred on Thursday 4th July, at Charles Witts Avenue in the Hunderton area of the city. West Mercia Police, West Midlands Ambulance Service and Hereford &...
Officers investigating an indecent exposure in Hereford are appealing for witnesses. At around 4pm on Saturday 27 July, security staff were alerted by a member of the public to a man exposing himself in the communal area of the men’s toilets at Maylord Shopping...
Police are appealing for information to find Alex Idrissi, from Elliots Town, Caerphilly, who has been reported as missing. Alex, 16, was last seen in the Elliots Town area at around 10pm on Wednesday 31 July and officers are concerned for his welfare. He is described...
West Mercia Police has launched a review of a license, after several arrests were made under the immigration act at a fish and chip shop. The arrests were made at Quality Fish and Chips in Ledbury. The licensing review details were shared on the Herefordshire Council...
Merseyside Police have confirmed in a midnight press conference that a 17 year old boy has been charged with three counts of murder and ten counts of attempted murder. He cannot be named for legal reasons because he is under 18. He will appear at Liverpool Magistrates...
The shocking number of verbal and physical assaults on traffic wardens in Herefordshire has been revealed in latest figures. A freedom of information request put in to Herefordshire Council asked the following question: In the last financial year (2023/24), how many...
Hereford is to host a number of Christmas markets this year, with the dates revealed, plus information on how you can book a stall. Shoppers are in for a magical time at Hereford's Christmas Markets. There'll be around 30 to 40 stalls each day in the heart of...
Joe Turner from Leominster was recently involved in in a freak accident and has suffered serious injuries. Joe is going to have a long road to recovery, and his friends are not sure what that recovery entails yet as it is still early days. But what we do know is that...
Aldi is currently looking to recruit for 25 colleagues in Herefordshire. In a welcome boost to the local economy, the UK’s fourth largest supermarket is looking for people of all levels of experience to fill roles at its stores across the region. This includes both...
West Mercia Police have issued an alert to residents following reports of a man with a Middlesbrough accent knocking on doors in Herefordshire. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “This morning we have received reports from residents in North Herefordshire of...
Merseyside Police can confirm 22 officers have been injured following violent disorder in Southport on Tuesday evening (30 July). Of those, eight sustained serious injuries including fractures, lacerations, a suspected broken nose and concussion. Other officers have...
PRESS RELEASE - Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service: Summer is finally here and we’re all looking forward to hot, sunny days to relax and soak up the warmth. But bright sunshine can also bring its dangers and we’re reminding people not to leave mirrors or...
Two Just Stop Oil supporters have painted the departure boards at Heathrow. Just Stop Oil is working with groups internationally to demand governments establish a fossil fuel treaty, to end the extraction and burning of oil, gas and coal by 2030. Press Release From...
From Merseyside Police: Sadly we can confirm that a third child has passed away as a result of injuries sustained in a knife attack in Southport yesterday morning, Monday 29 July. The nine-year-old girl died in hospital in the early hours of this morning, Tuesday, 30...
Google Street View - Image Date - June 2024 A popular ‘dogging spot’ is temporarily closed for maintenance work to take place with new drainage and a wall being installed. The work is being carried out on the Barrow Wake View point car park, just off the A417 in...
The demolition of the Blackfriars Enclosure at Hereford FC is nearly complete. You can watch the current progress in the below video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phZkBpzYBLg
Six children remain in a critical condition in hospital, following an attack where two other children were killed and several were injured in Southport. The incident occurred shortly before midday, at a property in Southport where children were attending a Taylor...
This is to announce the sad passing of Anthony Richard Bird (Tony) on the 20th July 2024. He will be greatly missed by his wife Jane, children Dave and Mandy, his grandchildren and all who knew him. His funeral will be held at Hereford Crematorium on Friday 9th August...
Morrisons, in collaboration with the National Literacy Trust, has launched Kids Activity Stations across all stores. Aimed at boosting literacy for children the ‘Kids Corner’ includes a book swap, games and puzzles helping to make every visit into Morrisons...
The creator of the world’s most popular fishing fly, the Klinkhåmer, is coming to Shropshire on 15 August and his fans are welcome to join him at Ashford Carbonnel village hall at 7pm that evening when he will give a talk and tie his famous fly. Tickets which include...
A church in central Hereford has installed solar panels on its roof in a bid to cut costs and carbon emissions. The new Abbott of Belmont, Father Brendan Thomas OSB, blessed the panels at a special roof top commemoration. As parish priest at St Francis Xavier,...
Tributes have been paid to a popular motocross rider who has died following a tragic accident at an event near the Herefordshire border. The incident occurred at Penybont, near Llandrindod Wells. Mid Wales Motocross have confirmed that rider Duncan Powell has died. A...
Statement from Chief Constable Serena Kennedy following major incident in Southport. “It is with great sadness that today I am here to advise that two young children have died as a result of injuries sustained in a knife attack this morning. "Nine other children have...
Two children have died following a major incident in Southport, Merseyside Police have confirmed this evening. A major incident was declared in Southport, after several people, including children, were stabbed in an attack in the seaside town. Merseyside Police and...
A major incident has been declared in Southport, after several people, including children, were stabbed in an attack in the seaside town. Merseyside Police and North West Ambulance Service both responded to the incident this morning. A spokesperson for...
Photo Credit: Mike Snoswell The Met Office has issued a weather warning with torrential downpours and thunderstorms possible across parts of Herefordshire on Thursday. The thundery weather is forecast after a run of days where temperatures could peak at around 30c,...
20,000 music fans attended a series of concerts in Ludlow this weekend as the second series of Live at Ludlow Castle took place inside the Shropshire landmark. Established in 2023, the series sold out all four nights for the second year in a row as headliners...
Just Stop Oil protestors have disrupted Gatwick airport. Just Stop Oil is working with groups internationally to demand governments establish a fossil fuel treaty, to end the extraction and burning of oil, gas and coal by 2030. At around 8 am seven supporters of Just...
Officers investigating a fatal collision on the A46 in Worcestershire are appealing for witnesses. The collision happened yesterday (Saturday 27 July) at around 5.30pm in Evesham, near to the junction for Badsey Road on the A46. The incident involved a black BMW 330 D...
A Police cordon is in place, following an incident in the city centre overnight. The cordon has been in place since early this morning, on East Street in Hereford. An area of Church Street is also cordoned off by officers. Officers are currently blocking the...
A Police cordon is in place, following an incident in the city centre overnight. The cordon has been in place since early this morning, on East Street in Hereford. Officers are currently blocking the street between Broad Street and Offa Street. There is also no direct...
Former Hereford FC midfielder Jack Holmes has signed for League One side Rotherham United after impressing during a trial spell. The Rotherham United website said: “The 22-year-old showcased his talents against the Millers in the colours of Stamford AFC earlier in the...
In Memory of Norman Musson of Bromyard. Passed away peacefully at home on Thursday 18th July2024 aged 78 Years. Husband of the late Pauline, beloved Dad to Paul, Sharon & Angela and a loving Grandad. The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on...
Police dogs from the UK have been deployed to Paris to assist in security arrangements, in preparation for the Olympic Games. Police Dog (PD) Jeff and his handler Police Constable (PC) Hillier were deployed to Paris along with PD Roo from Devon with handler Sergeant...
In Memory of Joseph Henry (Joe) Merrick of Clehonger, Hereford. Passed away peacefully on Wednesday 17th July 2024 aged 89 years. Loving Husband to Valerie, devoted dad to James & Annette. Adored Grandad to Tatiana, Oliver, Ben & Noah, Brother to Maud &...
Ryan from Hereford passed away suddenly on 4th July, leaving his family devastated. They have since set up a GoFundMe page to help support with funeral costs, with more than £1,500 raised so far. The post on the GoFundMe page says: “Ryan passed away suddenly on the...
Staff at Rowlands Pharmacy in Hereford, are joining the family of Matty Morgan, in walking / running 218 miles from Hereford to Cornwall, to raise money for charity in his memory. Natalie (Matty’s wife), and the team from Rowlands Pharmacy on Westfaling Street in...
A man has been charged with rape and sexual assault following an incident in Ross-on-Wye. From West Mercia Police: Mustafa Ogur, of Brookend Street in Ross-on-Wye, has been charged with rape and sexual assault. The charges relate to incidents between Three Crosses...
Police are reminding people to be on their guard against criminals claiming to be the police in a scam known as ‘courier fraud’. It follows an incident in Leominster yesterday where a man pretended to be a police officer from London. From West Mercia Police: Members...
The brand new Herefordshire Reuse and Recycling Organisation unit at Rotherwas opens its doors today. Herefordshire Reuse and Recycling Organisation is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to reducing waste, supporting local people and helping those in...
Google Street View - Image Date - March 2024 ANPR Cameras to be installed as part of a ‘Safer Routes to School’ Scheme on Belmont Avenue in Hereford. Herefordshire Council, in partnership with Riverside Primary School, are planning to trial a "Safer Routes to School"...
In Memory of Mr Anthony James Hobby (known as Tony hobby) who has sadly passed away. His family would like you to all know that his funeral is on Thursday 8th August 2024 at 10:15am at the Hereford Crematorium. The family is asking for donations to support...
Asda are reminding customers of a lifeline available for families during the school holidays. It’s hugely popular ‘Kids Eat for £1’ café meal deal is available in over 205 Asda Café’s with the deal available all year round and not just during the school holidays. Last...
Former Hereford United Giantkiller Fred Potter has passed away at the age of 83. Potter was born in Cradley Heath and played for his local side before signing for Aston Villa in July 1959. Originally an inside forward, he made his debut on Boxing Day 1959 and made...
Joshua Hillstead, an 8-year-old boy, has sadly passed away following complications resulting from drowning after being pulled from the River Arrow in Alcester. On the evening of 22 July at around 9:30pm, Police were called to a report of a young child who had fallen...
Have you visited The Sidings at Carriages? A stunning farm shop and cafe that's now open just a few miles from Hereford! The Sidings, a unique destination brought to you by Carriages Restaurant. Nestled amidst serene landscapes, The Sidings combines a farm shop and...
In memory of Valerie Gwyneth Woods, formerly of Whitecross and Burghill. Passed away peacefully after a long illness in Stretton Nursing Home on Wednesday 26th June 2024 aged 77 years. Beloved Wife of Michael, loving Mother of Natalie, Yvette & Kirsty, a devoted...
Improvement works to Leominster Town Centre are continuing apace and are now expected to be complete by November. Leominster town centre is benefitting from the multi-million pound High Street Heritage Action Zone (HSHAZ) Fund, which is breathing new life into high...
A man was takes to hospital with potentially life-threatening injuries following a collision on the A49 in Hereford on Tuesday evening. The collision occurred on the A49, between the Broadleys pub and Asda. The road was closed for several hours for accident...