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HORSE RACING PREVIEW | The first meeting of the New Year at Hereford arrives on Monday with a seven-race card over the Jumps
NEWS | Police provide a further update into a devastating fire that killed a mother, her two children and their pet dog
NEWS | Former teacher who taught at a Hereford school banned from profession after being jailed for sexual offences against children
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NEWS | A number of rail services have been cancelled due to Storm Goretti with rail users advised to check before they travel
A number of rail services have been cancelled due to Storm Goretti with rail users advised to check before they travel. From West Midlands Railway: The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for heavy snow, ice and wind due to Storm Goretti...
NEWS | Hereford’s The Little Princess Trust receives a £12,000 boost from the Inco Foundation
Hereford’s Little Princess Trust receives a £12,000 boost from the Inco Foundation A charity that has helped more than 20,000 children and young people with a free wig service has received a £12,000 boost from a leading principal contractor. Inco...
NEWS | A Herefordshire school is CLOSED today due to ice and no buses running
A Herefordshire school has confirmed that it will be closed today (Wednesday 7th January) due to ice and no buses running. Lady Hawkins’ School in Kington shared the following message on social media this morning: “Following a site inspection school is now CLOSED all...
SPORTS NEWS
FOOTBALL | Former Hereford FC player Jordan Lyden signs for Bromsgrove Sporting
Former Hereford FC Midfielder Jordan Lyden has signed for Southern League Premier Central side Bromsgrove Sporting. Lyden's time at Edgar Street was hampered by injury problems and made 13 appearances after signing in September 2023, an attempted comeback in the first...
REACTION | Declan McGlynn – Hereford FC 1-0 Chorley
Declan McGlynn gives his post match reaction to Hereford's 1-0 win over Chorley. Photo supplied by Bulls News. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e14Ec4bIfEg
REACTION | Paul Caddis – Hereford FC 1-0 Chorley
Paul Caddis spoke to the media after the 1-0 win over Chorley in National League North. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0XljdkpeIeY
DARTS | Interview with player Michael Huntley
Matt Healey spoke to South Wales Darts player Michael Huntley at the Richmond Club Charity Darts competition which was held in Hereford on the 15th December. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RDOt3eSE_Ek
DARTS | Jim Williams Interview ahead of the 2025 World Darts Championships
Jim Williams spoke to Matt Healey ahead of the 2025 PDC World Darts Championships at Alexandra Palace. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HQ2dBrJUuCs
DARTS | Jim Williams given evening date for 1st round clash with Paolo Nebrida
Local darts player Jim Williams has been drawn against Paolo Nebrida from the Philippines in the 1st round of the 2025 PDC World Darts Championships. The popular event which is shown on television across the world takes place this month at Alexandra Palace. The game...
FOOTBALL | Cosmos Matwasa departs Hereford FC to join Alfreton
Cosmos Matwasa has left Hereford and joined Alfreton. Matwasa signed in the summer from Brackley Town. Whilst with Hereford he was in the starting eleven six times and came off the bench ten times. *Photo supplied by Bulls News
REACTION | Paul Caddis – Darlington 2-1 Hereford FC
Paul Caddis gives his post match reaction to tonight's 2-1 defeat at Darlington. Click on the play button to hear his thoughts. *Photo supplied by Bulls News* https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nsSOjl000rc
REACTION | Paul Caddis – Hereford FC 3-0 Rushall Olympic
Paul Caddis gives his post match reaction to todays 3-0 win over Rushall Olympic. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fgyfyJKvTwA
UK NEWS STORIES
NEWS | Police launch investigation following the death of a 61-year-old man
An investigation has been launched by officers following the death of a man in Bridgnorth. Officers investigating the death of a 61-year-old man are keen to hear from people who may have witnessed an assault on Saturday 9 August in Bridgnorth. The assault happened at...
PRODUCT RECALL | Farmfoods has issued a product recall on a popular product purchased by customers
Google Street View - Image Date - June 2025 Farmfoods has issued a product recall on a popular product. Farmfoods is recalling Farmfoods Ultimate Keralan Chicken Curry because it contains crustaceans (prawns) which are not mentioned on the label. Product details...
BREAKING | UK Health Security Agency issues urgent message to all holidaymakers with significant rise in cases of a mosquito-borne infection
The latest UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) data shows an increase in travel-associated chikungunya cases in England. A total of 73 cases were reported between January and June 2025. The same period in 2024 saw 27 cases. 2025 has the highest number of cases...
NEWS | A UK theme park will be CLOSED today following an incident involving a ride that left 13 children and one adult injured
A UK theme park will be closed today, following an incident involving a ride that left 13 children and one adult injured. A spokesperson for South Wales Police said: “Officers were called to Coney Beach Amusement Park, Porthcawl, Bridgend at around 5:50pm this evening...
NEWS | Water shortfall situation in England declared as a ‘nationally significant incident’ by The National Drought Group
The National Drought Group met on Monday 11 August with the current water shortfall situation in England now defined as a “nationally significant incident.” Five areas are officially in drought, with six more experiencing prolonged dry weather following the driest six...
NEWS | 15-year-old boy to appear in court today after being charged with rape
A 15-year-old boy has been charged with rape following an incident in Cripplegate park in Worcester on Sunday 11 August 2025. The boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons due to his age, is due to appear at Kidderminster Magistrates’ Court today (Wednesday 12...
NEWS | Police are appealing for witnesses after reports that a woman was assaulted
Officers are appealing for witnesses to an assault which took place on the M5 last week. A member of the public called police at around 3.40am on Tuesday 5 August to raise concerns about a woman who was seen walking along the hard shoulder of the southbound...
NEWS | Fire crews believe ‘significant wildfire’ was ‘deliberate act’ as fire continues to burn this lunchtime
Firefighters remain at the scene of a wildfire adjacent to the A465 between Abergavenny and Tredegar. Statement from South Wales Fire & Rescue Service Area Manager Matt Jones – Head of Operational Response: “Since approximately 1pm on Saturday 9 August, South...
NEWS | Guardians on Four Legs: RAF Police Dogs at the Heart of Enabling Air and Space Power Worldwide
Across the RAF’s global footprint, Military Working Dogs (MWDs) operated by the RAF Police stand as a vital line of defence. Loyal, intelligent, and highly trained assets who provide unique security capabilities that no technology or equipment can replicate or...