West Mercia Police are appealing for witnesses following a suspicious incident in a Herefordshire village. The incident occurred in Holme Lacy. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “We would like to make you aware of a suspicious vehicle in the area of...
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NEWS | Lidl unveils plans for brand new, modern foodstore, medical centre and nursery, as well as up to 40 new jobs in Ledbury
Lidl GB unveils plans for brand new, modern foodstore to provide enhanced shopping experience and create up to 40 new jobs. Fresh plans would also deliver a new medical centre and children’s nursery which would provide enhanced community services for residents and...
RUGBY | Hereford Rugby Club chairman Ivan Powell on financial sustainability, club history and recovery from record flooding
Matt Healey and the Your Herefordshire team interviewed Hereford Rugby Club chairman Ivan Powell earlier this week. Ivan told us about his relationship with Spencer Goodall, who is the club president. The full interview can be found bottom of this article. Hereford...
NEWS | Police provide update on an incident that occurred overnight at a Hereford supermarket
A Hereford supermarket is cordoned off this morning following an incident that occurred overnight. Co-op on Grandstand Road is currently cordoned off at both the entrance to the car park, and the exit of the car park near Three Elms Road. A spokesperson for West...
BREAKING | Woman arrested on suspicion of murdering a newborn child in 1982
Police have arrested a woman in connection with the death of a baby more than 40 years ago. The 57-year-old suspect, who was arrested on suspicion of murder in Northampton on Tuesday morning (June 11), was taken to a location in the county for questioning by...
BREAKING NEWS | A Hereford supermarket is cordoned off this morning following an incident that occurred overnight
A Hereford supermarket is cordoned off this morning following an incident that occurred overnight. Co-op on Grandstand Road is currently cordoned off at both the entrance to the car park, and the exit of the car park near Three Elms Road. Grandstand Road and Kempton...
COMMUNITY | 89-year-old Chris Jones to embark on a thrilling wing walk adventure to raise money for a children’s charity
Chris Jones, an 89-year-old from Knighton in Powys, is set to embark on a thrilling wing walking adventure to raise funds for Hope House, an organisation supporting children with life-threatening conditions. Having only flown once before, Chris will be standing atop a...
NEWS | Warning issued after lorry fire caused by vapes near Newtown in Mid Wales
At 3:50pm on Friday, June 7th, Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (MAWWFRS) crews from Newtown and Llanidloes Fire Stations were called to an incident along the Newtown Bypass. Crews responded to a LGV containing general recycling waste which was smouldering...
IN MEMORY | In memory of Sylvia Louise Watkins who passed away peacefully on 17th May aged 94
Sylvia Louise Watkins (nee Green) passed away peacefully at the Proiry Rest Home Droitwich on 17th May 2024 aged 94. Mother to Steven and Paul. Nan to Emily and Jessica. Great Nan to Eva, Theo and Finnley. Sylvia lived most of her life in Hereford but spent the...
SCHOOL | Aldi’s Back to School uniform bundle to return priced at just £5 this year with new additions
As parents continue to look for ways to save on essentials, Aldi has announced the return of its sell-out school uniform bundle. And, this year, the bundle offers families even more choice without pulling on the purse strings. Freezing the price of its Back To School...
NEWS | Parent issues alert after young girl was approached by a man in a white van outside a school in Herefordshire
A parent has issued an alert on a local messageboard after a young girl was approached by a man in a white van outside a school in Herefordshire. The incident, which is understood to have occurred near John Kyrle High School in Ross-on-Wye has been reported to West...
FEATURED | A stunning and rare opportunity to purchase a popular pub and development opportunity in a Herefordshire village
A very rare opportunity to acquire a mixed residential and commercial development opportunity. The Cross Keys has been in private ownership for some considerable time and is only available as result of the impending retirement of the current Owner Occupiers. The...
IN MEMORY | In loving memory of Alan Griffiths who passed away on 25th May
In loving memory Alan Griffiths Formerly from Hereford. Alan passed away on the 25th May 2024. Alan passed away with his family by his side. Alan’s funeral will take place at Hereford Crematorium, followed by a Burial on the 21st June 10.15.
NEWS | Wye Valley NHS Trust has taken another significant step forward on its journey towards zero carbon with a brand new Energy Centre at the County Hospital
Wye Valley NHS Trust has taken another significant step forward on its journey towards zero carbon with a brand new Energy Centre at the County Hospital. The Trust is already fossil-fuel free in a number of its ancillary buildings on the site following the...
BREAKING | Police confirm that the body of a teenage boy has been discovered in an area of woodland
Police have confirmed that the body of a teenage boy has been discovered in an area of woodland. A spokesperson for Gwent Police said: “The body of a teenage boy, found in woodland on Tuesday 11 June, has now been formally identified as Iestyn George, 17, who was...
FEATURED | MandM opens new Head Office doors at Hereford’s Old Market with 280 staff members moving over from Leominster office
MandM, the online retailer specialising in reduced priced branded fashion and sportswear, is pleased to confirm the opening of its new headquarters in Hereford Old Market’s former Debenhams store on 20th May 2024. Taking over the first and second floors of the...
RUGBY | Matt Healey interview with the Commercial and Events Manager at Luctonians Rugby Club
On Tuesday, Matt Healey met with Charlotte, the Commercial and Events manager at Luctonians Rugby Club. They discussed both the Rugby side of the club, which includes an impressive hospitality lounge, as well as the events and other sports that are held at the club....
FOOTBALL | Westfields FC’s Sean Edwards talks about recent history and the clubs aims for the upcoming season
On Tuesday, Sean Edwards was interviewed by Matt Healey for Your Herefordshire. Sean discussed the pre season work to the pitch and clubhouse, as well as talking about the future of the club and looking back at past success. Here is a photo of the great work being...
NEWS | Herefordshire Council officers approve plans for 353 new homes to be built by Persimmon Homes in Leominster
Officers at Herefordshire Council have given the green light to 353 new homes in Leominster. Persimmon Homes were successful in their reserved matters planning application, meaning they can soon commence construction on the former Barons’ Cross Camp, off Cholestry...
SPORT | The Herefordshire Summer School Games festival returns this year and is set to be the biggest to date, with over 2000 children and young people
The Herefordshire Summer School Games festival returns this year and is set to be the biggest to date, with over 2000 children and young people! Stride Active is delighted to announce that the Herefordshire Summer School Games festival is due to return this July....