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NEWS | A man has been jailed for the rape of a woman he met on a dating app
TRAVEL | Rail users urged to plan ahead with services between Hereford and Shrewsbury set to be impacted by engineering works this weekend
UK NEWS | Police provide an update following an explosion at a house where two people died
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FOOTBALL | Bulls provide important update on season ticket sales and renewals
Hereford FC has confirmed that season ticket renewal emails began being issued from 10am on Tuesday morning. Due to the volume of emails to be processed, delivery may take a few hours. However, all eligible supporters should receive their renewal email by the end of...
NEWS | Herefordshire Council shares important information on road closures with the May Fair in Hereford this week
Credit: Benjamin Reeves Photography Heart-stopping rides, side-shows, food stalls and ancient ceremonies are all part of the street extravaganza which is Hereford's May Fair. The fair has been taking place for over 900 years. A ceremonial proclamation of the...
NEWS | Police launch investigation following reports that a woman was raped in an alleyway
An investigation has been launched following a report that a woman was raped in Worcester yesterday morning (Saturday 2 May). It is believed the incident happened between 6am and 8.30am in an alleyway on The Tything. A 23-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of...
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 | 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...
NEWS | Birmingham Airport issues important message for all customers ahead of busy Easter weekend
Birmingham Airport (BHX) is preparing for a busy Easter with over 750,000 passengers expected to travel through over the two-week break, a 10.2% increase in customers year-on-year. Dublin, Malaga, Alicante, Amsterdam and Dubai are the top five destinations of choice...
NEWS | Police are appealing for witnesses after a male attempted to steal a child’s mobile phone last month
Police are appealing for witnesses after a male attempted to rob a child's mobile phone in Gloucester last month. It was reported that an unknown male who was riding a Surron e-bike approached an 11-year-old girl before attempting to steal her mobile phone and...
NEWS | Bristol Airport issues important message to customers using the airport over the busy Easter period
Bristol Airport is preparing for another busy Easter weekend with 150,000 customers passing through the terminal to meet family and friends or enjoy a spring break. The Airport will also see visitors coming into the country to explore the South West and South Wales as...
NEWS | A delivery driver has been jailed for four-and-a-half-years for causing the death of Aaron Jones in a collision in December 2024
A delivery driver has been jailed for four-and-a-half-years for causing the death of Aaron Jones in a collision in December 2024. Daniel Douglas Wyke, appeared at Swansea Crown Court today to be sentenced after pleading guilty to causing death by dangerous driving....
NEWS | Morrisons launches a giant Hot Cross Bun Loaf for Easter
Hot Cross Buns remain a firm Easter favourite and following popular demand, Morrisons is going even bigger with the launch of its brand-new Hot Cross Bun Loaf, a supersized twist on the seasonal classic that’s perfect for sharing. Behind every loaf is an early...
NEWS | National Living Wage increases to £12.71 per hour for those aged 21 and over
Increased rates of the National Minimum Wage, including the National Living wage came into force from 1 April 2026. These rates bring into effect recommendations made by the Low Pay Commission last autumn. The new rates are set out in the table below. NMW Rate...
UK NEWS | The owner of an unregistered XL bully which killed a pensioner has been convicted of being the owner of dog dangerously out of control causing injury
The owner of an unregistered XL bully which killed a pensioner in Warrington has been convicted of being the owner of dog dangerously out of control causing injury. Sean Garner was found guilty of the charge following a six day trial at Liverpool Crown Court which...