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NEWS | Lidl has revealed hundreds of target locations across Great Britain where it is seeking sites for new stores — including in the local area
Lidl GB has revealed hundreds of target locations across Great Britain where it is seeking sites for new stores. From Garthdee in Aberdeen and Aldgate in London to Ystradgynlais in Wales and Windsor in Berkshire, the latest list of locations are all detailed in the...
UK NEWS | Two further men convicted after a large quantity of cocaine arrived in the UK just a few miles from Butlins Minehead
Another two men have been convicted – and one jailed for more than 20 years - following the collection of cocaine worth £26.5 million which was dropped off at sea off the Somerset coast. Colin Benson, 60, and Joshua Rose, 38, both from Longton in Preston, were...
JAILED | A 54-year-old man has been jailed for eight years for raping a woman in her home
A 54-year-old man has been jailed for eight years for raping a woman in her home. James Holder, of Cheltenham, was found guilty by a jury at Gloucester Crown Court last week of raping the woman in 2022. He appeared via video link for the sentencing at Bristol Crown...
SPORTS NEWS
NEWS | Hereford FC announce a major new partnership with MandM – one of the UK’s leading online sportswear retailers
From Hereford FC: Hereford FC is delighted to announce a landmark partnership with MandM, one of the UK’s leading online off-price fashion and sportswear retailers, with MandM becoming the club’s official kit supplier and securing the naming rights to the club’s...
NEWS | Bulls and MandM announce landmark partnership that will see the company become the clubs kit supplier and a change to the stadium name
From Hereford FC: Hereford FC is delighted to announce a landmark partnership with MandM, one of the UK’s leading online off-price fashion and sportswear retailers, with MandM becoming the club’s official kit supplier and securing the naming rights to the club’s...
FOOTBALL | Hereford FC’s promotion hopes are over after a disappointing defeat at home to Scunthorpe United
Match Report - Ian Morris Hereford FC’s promotion hopes are over after a disappointing defeat at home to Scunthorpe United. Chester’s victory over Kings Lynn meant that a win for the Bulls would have secured a play-off place but a lack of conviction in the final third...
RUGBY | Hereford Sixth Form College claimed a memorable 10-7 victory over Romania U18s in a fiercely contested match at the prestigious Romanian Olympic Centre
Hereford Sixth Form College claimed a memorable 10-7 victory over Romania U18s in a fiercely contested match at the prestigious Romanian Olympic Centre. In a game that tested both physicality and composure, Hereford’s discipline and determination shone through against...
CRICKET | Herefordshire will hand a competitive debut to top-order batsman Harry Sockett against Shropshire at Eastnor on Sunday
HEREFORDSHIRE will hand a competitive debut to top-order batsman Harry Sockett when they open their season by hosting Shropshire in an NCCA 50-over clash at Eastnor on Sunday. Sockett, who began his career with Burghill, Tillington & Weobley now plays in the...
FOOTBALL | Just a few seats remain for Hereford’s final home league game of the season on Saturday
Just a few seats remain for Hereford’s final home league game of the season on Saturday, with Scunthorpe United the visitors. The Bulls realistically need to win the game to have any hope of reaching the National League North play-offs, and a crowd of over 4,500...
FEATURED | Farewell to Mike Langford and Nigel Marks who will host their final Hereford FC league game on Saturday
After six enjoyable seasons looking after the members of the Executive Suite at Hereford FC Nigel Marks (left) and Hereford FC director Mike Langford (right) will be hosting their final game in the Executive Club at Edgar Street this Saturday when the Bulls entertain...
FOOTBALL | Bulls supporters urged to purchase tickets for Saturday’s huge match in the National League North with a sell-out expected
Hereford supporters are being urged to purchase their tickets for the final home game of the season, with tickets selling fast. The Bulls take on Scunthorpe United at Edgar Street on Saturday, in a 3pm kick off. Hereford need a victory to have a realistic chance of...
NEWS | Information for Bulls fans travelling to Kidderminster Harriers today by car, bus and train with almost 1,400 supporters set to make journey to Worcestershire
West Mercia Police have provided some important information for Hereford FC supporters who will be making the trip to Kidderminster Harriers on Easter Monday. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police (Hereford Police) said: “On Easter Monday (21 April) Kidderminster...
UK NEWS STORIES
NEWS | Police called to an unauthorised rave in the Forest of Dean overnight
Police called to an unauthorised rave in the Forest of Dean overnight. From Gloucestershire Constabulary: “Police were made aware of an unauthorised rave taking place overnight on the outskirts of Cinderford. “Officers have attended the location and successfully...
UK NEWS | A 19-year-old woman has died following reports of a dog attack
A woman has died following an incident involving a dog at a house in Dunmow, Essex. From Essex Police: We were called to an address in Leaden Roding at 10.45pm on Friday 10 April and officers were on the scene quickly where they found a 19-year-old woman with serious...
NEWS | Morrisons issues announcement to thousands of customers who use its stores and shop online every week
Morrisons is lowering prices on popular products that regularly feature in the weekly basket as part of its ongoing commitment to deliver value to customers. The prices are live in Morrisons stores nationwide and online from Monday and throughout April. A range...
NEWS | Millions of workers get new access to sick pay and parental leave
From the UK Government: The world of work has been upgraded for the 21st century, as landmark employment rights reforms kick into force. From today, employees will receive Statutory Sick Pay from their first day of sickness...
POLICE APPEAL | Police appeal for witnesses after a man exposed himself at Wetherspoons
A man has been arrested on suspicion of indecent exposure and police are appealing for witnesses as part of their investigation. At around 1pm on Tuesday 31 March police were called with a report that a man was exposing his penis in the Lord High Constable of...
UK NEWS | Funeral Director pleads guilty to 30 counts of preventing lawful and decent burial
Following an incredibly heartbreaking and complex sixteen-month investigation into what began as concern for care of the deceased at a funeral directors in Hull, Robert Bush has today pleaded guilty to the remaining 31 offences that he was charged with, taking the...
FEATURED | You and your friends can book a stay at this fabulous private pub with a Cinema Room, Sky Sports, Hot Tub, Barbecue and several rooms!
This incredible former 16th century pub and inn rests within the centre of Bishop’s Castle in south Shropshire, offering superb accommodation with all the fantastic facilities you’d expect from a former pub and coaching inn. Split into two sections, this...
NEWS | Criminal gang leader jailed for 20 years for distributing drugs in fake NHS vans
The leader of an organised crime group (OCG) who used fake NHS vans to transport hundreds of kilograms of class A drugs in South Wales and Liverpool and was extradited from Thailand has been jailed for 20 years. Ritesh Patel, 43, was head of the OCG who utilised a...
JAILED | Two men have been jailed after deliberately starting a fire at a block of flats
Two men have been jailed after deliberately starting a fire at a block of flats in Gloucester last year (2025). Kenneth Moore, aged 50 and formerly of Bedford Street, Gloucester, and John Johnstone, aged 57 and of no fixed abode, were imprisoned for a total of 12...