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UK NEWS | 18-year-old Axel Rudakubana pleaded guilty to all 16 counts he was charged with – including the murder of three young girls in Southport in July
Axel Rudakubana, aged 18, from Banks in Lancashire has today (Monday 20 January 2025) pleaded guilty at Liverpool Crown Court to all 16 counts he was charged with. They were three charges of murder; 10 charges of attempted murder and one charge of possession of a...
NEWS | Holmer CofE Academy praised in Ofsted report for having staff that work with ‘enthusiasm and passion to ensure that all pupils succeed’
Holmer CofE Academy has been praised following a recent Ofsted inspection. Staff and pupils were praised, following the inspection that took place on 12th and 13th November 2024. The report says: “Pupils’ love for learning is sparked at this inspirational...
PROPERTY | A spacious four bedroom house with a large heated outdoor swimming pool and large gardens just a few miles from Hereford
This impressive, extremely spacious, four bedroom executive house provides luxurious family accommodation and is immaculately presented with quality fittings throughout including oak doors, skirtings and an impressive staircase. The property benefits from gas central...
SPORTS NEWS
VIDEO | The demolition of the Blackfriars Enclosure at Hereford FC is nearly complete
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
NEWS | Tributes paid to a popular motocross rider who died following a tragic accident at an event near the Herefordshire border
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...
FOOTBALL | Former Hereford FC player Jack Holmes in shock move to a League One club
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...
NEWS | Hereford United Giantkiller Fred Potter passes away aged 83
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...
NEWS | Interview with former Hereford United player Steve Spooner
Former Hereford United player Steve Spooner spoke to Matt Healey about his time at Edgar Street. Spooner was signed from Chesterfield in the summer of 1986 by then manager john Newman and made 84 appearances scoring 19 goals. He is currently the lead professional...
FOOTBALL | A Herefordshire team has been left with no choice but to withdraw from the league ahead of the new season after failing to find a manager
A Herefordshire team has been left with no choice but to withdraw from the league ahead of the new season, after failing to find a manager. A statement shared by Shobdon FC on social media said: Shobdon FC statement “Sadly after a search for someone to take over and...
FOOTBALL | Wellington continue preparations for the new season with a 4-0 victory over Radnor Valley FC
Credit: Barcud-Coch Photography Wellington Football Club and Radnor Valley FC continued their preparations for the upcoming season last night as they met last night for a pre-season friendly at the Kensal Ground. The hosts opened the scoring when a 10th minute corner...
NEWS | Former Hereford United player gets engaged to Gary Lineker’s niece
Former Hereford United player Harry Agombar has got engaged. The former Swindon Town midfielder played a couple of games for the Bulls during the expunged 2014/2015 season. Harry's Instagram published an image of him proposing to his fiancée Tia on a beach in Ibiza....
FEATURED | “No More Bull” – The demise of Hereford United and the rise of Hereford FC
The team from the Forgotten Football podcast recently spoke to Talking Bull's Simon Wright & Matchday announcer Matt Healey. They recount the demise of Hereford United and the negativity, division and emotions of the club being wound up. The duo also discuss...
UK NEWS STORIES
NEWS | Police have provided an update following an incident involving a tractor in Tenbury Wells on Sunday
Police have provided an update following photos and videos on social media of a tractor travelling through deep floodwater in Tenbury Wells on Sunday. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “We’re aware of videos circulating on social media showing a tractor...
NEWS | Fire crews responding to a significant landslide as Storm Bert brings heavy rain and flooding
Fire crews were called to a landslide on Sunday, with heavy rain and strong winds from Storm Bert causing disruption across England and Wales. The landslide occurred in South Wales. A post shared on social by Cymmer Fire Station said: “Crews are currently on scene at...
NEWS | Police confirm a body has been found by officers searching for a missing man during Storm Bert
A body has been located in the area of Gower Road, Trefiw in North Wales during the multi-agency search for 75yr old Brian Perry who went missing yesterday. At this stage there has been no formal identification but his family have been informed and are being supported...
NEWS | Police discover body following a search for a man who went missing when walking his dog during Storm Bert
A body has been located in the area of Gower Road, Trefiw in North Wales during the multi-agency search for 75yr old Brian Perry who went missing yesterday. At this stage there has been no formal identification but his family have been informed and are being supported...
WEATHER WARNING | Storm Bert set to bring milder weather with heavy rain and strong winds this weekend – increasing the risk of flooding
The Met Office has issued a weather warning for heavy rain and flooding across Herefordshire and Wales on Saturday. A deep area of low pressure is expected to bring a spell of prolonged and, at times, heavy rainfall across a large part of the UK this weekend. Across...
NEWS | Bomb Disposal Team called responding to an incident at Gatwick Airport with South Terminal evacuated
A security cordon is in place around the South Terminal at Gatwick Airport following discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage. From Surrey Police: Police were called at 8.20am this morning and, as a precaution, an EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) team is...
NEWS | A Gloucestershire man who sent payments to the Philippines in return for live feeds of children being sexually abused has been jailed following a National Crime Agency (NCA) investigation
A Gloucestershire man who sent payments to the Philippines in return for live feeds of children being sexually abused has been jailed following a National Crime Agency (NCA) investigation. Paul Renwick, 60, from Stroud, was arrested by NCA officers after a number of...
WEATHER WARNING | Storm Bert set to bring milder weather with heavy rain and strong winds – increasing the risk of flooding
The Met Office has issued a weather warning for heavy rain and flooding across Herefordshire and Wales on Saturday. A deep area of low pressure is expected to bring a spell of prolonged and, at times, heavy rainfall across a large part of the UK this weekend. Across...
NEWS | A child rapist has been sentenced to 21 and a half years at Worcester Crown Court for multiple offences
A child rapist has been sentenced to 21 and a half years at Worcester Crown Court today (Thursday 21 November). Royston Gill, 58, of Rose Avenue, Worcester was found guilty by jury in July of multiple non-recent sexual offences committed against children in Worcester....