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NEWS | Hereford prepares for Royal visit in the coming weeks
Hereford prepares for Royal visit in the coming weeks. A member of the Royal Family will visit the city of Hereford in July, visiting two prominent local organisations. The Duchess of Gloucester will visit the Little Princess Trust and Wyevale Nurseries on 13th July...
TRIBUTE | Family pays tribute to a man who died following an incident as a 27-year-old is charged with murder
The family of a man who died following an incident on Old Hereford Road in Abergavenny, on Friday 15 May, has paid tribute to him. 27-year-old Liam Bennett, of Oak Tree Lane, Gilwern, has been charged with the murder of 24-year-old Idris Squires, from Abergavenny....
TRIBUTE | Family pays tribute to a man who died following a collision in Hereford
The family of a man who sadly passed away following an RTC in Hereford have today (Tuesday 26 May) paid tribute to their brave and kind dad and grandad. Lyndon “Brent” New died aged 73 on Friday (22 May) – a couple of days after the collision involving his...
SPORTS NEWS
NEWS | Important information for people attending the Cheltenham Festival this week with a number of major changes in comparison with recent years
The Jockey Club today announces a number of changes to the Cheltenham Festival, ranging from alterations to the race programme over the four days to a series of new initiatives for racegoers. With a focus on providing more competitive racing and a better experience...
NEWS | Hereford United supporter starts campaign for John Newman to receive a freedom of the city award
Lifelong Hereford United/FC supporter Hedley Lawson has started a campaign to award former Hereford United manager Freedom of the city status. Hedley told Your Herefordshire "I am conscious that John Newman is now 91 and in my opinion deserving of some recognition for...
NEWS | Former Hereford United player Keith Hicks will be taking on 3 challenges to raise money for cancer research
Former Hereford United defender Keith Hicks will be taking part in a 3 Points vs Cancer Challenge. Hicks made over 200 Football League appearances for the Bulls between 1980-1985. Keith told Your Herefordshire "This event that will see myself, plus family take on...
BOXING | Hereford’s Liam O’Hare back to winning ways with impressive victory over veteran Jordan Garnham
Local boxing star Liam O’Hare delivered a statement performance as he returned to winning ways with a dominant victory over experienced veteran Jordan Garnham. The middleweight contest saw O’Hare showcase his skill, power, and resilience, bouncing back in style after...
RUGBY | Loughborough Students RFC edge out Luctonians in an exciting game of rugby at Mortimer Park
Luctonians RFC vs Loughborough Students RFCSaturday 1st March 2025 – Mortimer ParkMatch Report by Geoff Vickress A superbly exciting game of rugby at Mortimer Park, on a beautiful spring afternoon, saw the students score seven tries to out-pace the home side, who...
FOOTBALL | ‘Your fans were a credit to your club’ – Bulls supporters praised for impeccable behaviour and fantastic support at Marine on Saturday
Bulls support praised by opposition staff member following impressive support on Saturday. Hereford FC Chairman, Chris Ammonds, has thanked the club’s fans following Saturday’s 2-2 draw at Marine. A sell-out away following of more than 300 supporters made the trip to...
NEWS | Herefordshire Cricket Ltd has linked up with Herefordshire Council in a bid to further expand the appeal of the summer game
HEREFORDSHIRE Cricket Ltd has linked up with Herefordshire Council in a bid to further expand the appeal of the summer game. “We have developed an excellent working relationship with Herefordshire Council and this has brought us a community grant of £15,000,”...
REACTION | Paul Caddis – Marine 2-2 Hereford FC
Paul Caddis gives his post match reaction. Hereford remain 4th in National League North after a 2-2 away draw at Marine. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dXRfJqYMmgA
SPORT | Talented athletes from Hereford and County Athletics Club have earned the prestigious opportunity to represent Herefordshire and Worcestershire at the ESAA National Cross Country Championships in West Sussex
Talented athletes from Hereford and County Athletics Club have earned the prestigious opportunity to represent Herefordshire and Worcestershire at the ESAA National Cross Country Championship in West Sussex. Tom Hawkyard, Isabel North, Henry Lewis and Saffi Reid have...
UK NEWS STORIES
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...
NEWS | Police are appealing for information after a woman was stabbed and suffered serious injuries
Officers are appealing for witnesses after a woman was stabbed in Worcester yesterday evening (Monday 30 March). Police were called to Cranham Drive in Warndon around 5.45pm following reports of disorder. Upon arrival a woman had already been taken to hospital with...
NEWS | Police issue important message to anyone visiting the Elan Valley area near Rhayader over the coming weeks
Police have issued an important message to anyone visiting the Elan Valley area near Rhayader over the coming weeks. From Dyfed-Powys Police: Over the past few weeks, Radnorshire Neighbourhood Policing and Prevention Team has seen an increase in visitors, specifically...
NEWS | A man has been arrested and a woman has died following a serious collision this afternoon (Monday 30 March)
A woman has died following a serious collision near Stonehouse in Gloucestershire this afternoon (Monday 30 March). Emergency services were called at 12.55pm with a report of a collision involving a green Nissan Micra and grey Vauxhall Astra on the B4008...
NEWS | Police confirm that a body has been found during searches for a man who had been reported as missing earlier this month
From Gloucestershire Constabulary: We're saddened to report that a body has been found during searches for a man who had been reported missing from the Forest of Dean earlier this month. Searches had been taking place to find 77-year-old Graham, and the Severn Area...
NEWS | Morrisons Café keeps kids fuelled this Easter with free Kellogg’s breakfast club and more
Morrisons is helping families start the day the right way this Easter, with its popular Kellogg’s ‘Breakfast Clubs’ returning to its Cafés nationwide to offer a free breakfast to adults and children throughout the school holidays. Families visiting...
NEWS | Average Welsh Water bill to increase by 4.8% in 2026-27 but aim is to provide a world class water service
The average Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water household customer bill will increase by 4.8% in 2026-27, from £652 to £683. The price rise will help ensure the company delivers its aim of providing world class water services to the communities it serves. Following the price...
BREAKING NEWS | A man has been arrested after multiple pedestrians were struck by a car in a UK city
A man has been arrested after multiple pedestrians were struck by a car in Derby city centre. From Derbyshire Constabulary: The incident involved a black Suzuki Swift and happened in Friar Gate at about 9.30pm tonight. A number of people were injured, some of...