The continued improvements being seen at Aylestone School have been praised by Ofsted, with the Hereford school now being rated as ‘Good’ in two of the four categories graded by inspectors. The praise comes following a full...
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NEWS | Police issue an appeal following two devastating fatal collisions in Herefordshire
West Mercia Police have issued two appeals following two devastating fatal collisions in the county. A40 Collision (4th September) Police are appealing for witnesses after a man died in a collision in Herefordshire on 4th September. The collision occurred at around...
NEWS | Alert issued to residents after a concerning incident in the South Wye area of Hereford on Saturday night
An alert has been issued to residents in the South Wye area of Hereford following a concerning incident on Saturday night. A resident living in the South Wye area of the city sent us the following message: “Hello, just thought some people might want to be informed of...
NEWS | A pedestrian has died after being struck by a HGV on the A49 near Hereford
From West Mercia Police: We are appealing for witnesses following a road traffic collision on the A49 in Herefordshire. The collision happened around 7.30am yesterday morning (7 September) on the A49 between the turning for the A466 and the turning for Callow when an...
NEWS | The Beefy Boys to close all restaurants for two days to allow staff to enjoy a team summer party
The Beefy Boys have confirmed that all their restaurants (Hereford, Shrewsbury and Cheltenham) will be closing for two days, to allow staff to enjoy a summer party. The closure will be in place tomorrow (Monday 9th September) and Tuesday 10th September. A post on The...
NEWS | Police Dog plays vital part in drugs raid in Bromyard which led to two arrests being made by officers
West Mercia Police officers carried out a raid at a property in Bromyard on Friday. The raid took place at a property in the Kirkham Gardens area of the market town. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “Bromyard SNT supported by OPU, PD George and the...
NEWS | A man from Hereford has been sentenced to nine and a half years for child sex offences
A man has been sentenced to nine and a half years for child sex offences. Carl Higgins aged 30 of Widemarsh Street in Hereford was sentenced at Worcester Crown Court yesterday (Thursday 5 September) after he was found guilty of rape of a child, three sexual assaults...
NEWS | Home Bargains to close its Hereford store for three days over Christmas for colleagues to enjoy the festive period with loved ones
Home Bargains has announced, at their annual conference,that all its stores will be closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day (Thursday 26th December 2024), and New Year’s Day (Wednesday 1st January 2025) to enable all its colleagues to enjoy the festivities with loved...
FEATURED | The High Sheriff of Herefordshire’s first week of September 2024
The High Sheriff of Herefordshire Pat Churchward has provided us with her activities this week so far. Pat is extremely busy with her work across the county and we are delighted to have her on board supplying a regular column. You can find out more by visiting her...
NEWS | Emergency services called to an incident near Hereford this morning
Emergency services are responding to a collision near Hereford this morning. The collision has occurred between Rotherwas and Holme Lacy Village. The road is blocked in with police directing traffic. West Mercia Police are in attendance. Motorists are...
NEWS | Emergency services are responding to a collision in Herefordshire this morning
Emergency services are responding to a collision in Herefordshire this morning. The collision has occurred on the A438 near Letton. The road is currently blocked in both directions. We understand one vehicle is involved. West Mercia Police are in attendance. Motorists...
IN MEMORY | In Memory of Brian Henry Charles – a founding member of Leominster Vintage Club who passed away peacefully on 16th August
Brian Henry Charles passed away peacefully on 16th August 2024. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him. His funeral is on Friday 13th September at 2.15pm, at Hereford Crematorium. This will be followed by a wake at The Leominster Sports & Social Club. He...
FEATURED | This stunning four bedroom villa with an outdoor swimming pool is available to purchase in Cyprus as a holiday home
Utterly stunning four bedroom villa located in the highly desirable area of Tala, Kamares in Cyprus within a short distance to a number of amenities and a short drive to the city centre. Entering from the ground floor, one is greeted to a vast living room with the...
FEATURED | A stunning family home with incredible views that’s on the market with ODOS Properties
A truly exceptional family home that effortlessly combines flexible living spaces and breath taking views. Located within easy reach of Malvern’s amenities, excellent schools, and outstanding transport links, this property offers a rare opportunity to own a...
NEWS | Emergency services responding to a serious collision on a busy route in Herefordshire this evening
Emergency services are currently responding to a serious collision in Herefordshire. The collision has occurred on the A44 between Leominster and Bromyard, near Bredenbury. West Mercia Police, West Midlands Ambulance Service and Hereford & Worcester Fire and...
NEWS | Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision in Herefordshire
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man died in a collision in Herefordshire last night. (4th September) The collision occurred at around 5.40pm on the A40 from Pencraig to Goodrich, involving a HGV and a pedestrian. A 49-year-old man was sadly pronounced dead...
FEATURED | Hereford Cathedral has announced the launch of a new look Toddler Group starting this month
Hereford Cathedral is thrilled to announce the launch of a new look Toddler Group – Cathedral Seedlings - starting this September. The group will meet every Thursday from 10 am to 11:30 am in the Old Chapel. The Education & Families Team at Hereford...
NEWS | Fundraiser launched to help Hereford father of five children who was seriously injured in motorcycle crash
Father of five children Dan Tyler was recently seriously injured in a motorcycle accident in Hereford. His Partner Rosie Pritchard has shared the following message: "Hello, my name is Rosie. This is our last resort but I am reaching out in hope of support. “So I ask...
NEWS | Heroic motorists attempted to save the life of a pedestrian who died after being hit by a lorry on the A40 near Ross-on-Wye on Wednesday
A man has died following a collision involving a HGV and a pedestrian in Ross On Wye yesterday (Wednesday). West Midlands Ambulance Service was called at 5.38pm to the A40 in Whitchurch, Ross On Wye. Two ambulances, a paramedic officer and the Midland Air Ambulance...
NEWS | 51 lucky winners in Hereford and Worcester have scooped a combined prize total of £605,000 in the August Premium Bonds prize draw
The winners of the latest Premium Bonds prize draw have been announced - with 51 lucky winners in Hereford and Worcester scooping up a combined prize total of £605,000 for high value prizes only. New research from Austrian casino review...