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NEWS | An officer has been dismissed after being convicted of drink driving following a collision where he collided and caused significant damage to a wall
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IN MEMORY | A GoFundMe page has so far raised £7,500 following the sudden death of 16-year-old Louie
From the family of Louie Jacob Williams: In Loving Memory of Louie – Our Heart Warrior, Earth Protector, and Beautiful Soul. On the 16th of June 2025, our beloved Louie passed away suddenly, leaving behind a gaping hole in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. He...
NEWS | A bridge over the River Wye is closed this evening as emergency services respond to an incident
A busy bridge is closed in both directions this evening with emergency services responding to an incident. The closure is in place in Glasbury-on-Wye in Powys. A post shared on social media by Dyfed-Powys Police said: GLASBURY BRIDGE - GLASBURY The road is currently...
BREAKING NEWS | Criminal investigation launched following Glastonbury performance and comments made by Kneecap and Bob Vylan
From Avon & Somerset Police: Following the completion of that assessment process we have decided further enquiries are required and a criminal investigation is now being undertaken. A senior detective has been appointed to lead this investigation. This has been...
SPORTS NEWS
NEWS | New floodlights to be installed at Edgar Street in the coming weeks after Hereford FC receive planning approval
Hereford FC have confirmed that planning approval to install new floodlights at Edgar Street has been secured. This exciting news – which is in the process of being formally signed of by Herefordshire Council – means that installation can move forward at the earliest...
RUGBY | Worcester Warriors could be set to return with a formal submission of interest submitted to return professional rugby to Sixways from 2025/26
Worcester Warriors have confirmed formal submission of expression of interest to compete in Tier 2 Professional Rugby from 2025/26 season. Following a challenging period for all players, staff, supporters and partners involved with Worcester Warriors, the club has...
FEATURED | Two time European Cup winning Liverpool FC legend to visit Westfields Football Club and a limited number of tickets remain
A two time European Cup winning Liverpool FC legend to visit Westfields Football Club on Saturday 19th October. Alan Kennedy will visit Allpay Park to talk all things Liverpool FC and football in general. Alan Kennedy won five league titles and two European Cup...
RUGBY | Luctonians continued their winning ways with an excellent all-round performance against a spirited Macclesfield side in front of another vocal crowd at Mortimer Park
Photo Credit: Nigel Mee Luctonians RFC vs Macclesfield RUFCSaturday 5th October 2024 Match Report by Geoff Vickress Luctonians RFC 66 – 5 Macclesfield RUFC Man of the Match – Caleb Montgomery League Table - https://www.ncarugby.com/national-2-west-table/...
FOOTBALL | Hereford Pegasus did everything but score in 0-0 draw against Sporting Club Inkberrow
Photo Credit / Content: Barcud-Coch Photography Hereford Pegasus FC and Sporting Club Inkberrow could not be separated in their Uhlsport Hellenic League Premier Division clash last night as they played out a goalless draw under the KGD Stadium floodlights. Jordan...
RUGBY | Luctonians made it four wins from four to start their National League 2 West campaign with a 21-39 victory over Devonport Services in Plymouth
Date – 28th September 2024 League – National 2 West Devonport Services RFC vs Luctonians RFC Final Score - Devonport Services RFC 21 - 39 Luctonians RFC ... FT Man of the Match – Ben Link League Table - https://www.ncarugby.com/national-2-west-table/...
NEWS | Former Hereford United player Barry Lloyd dies aged 75
Former Hereford United player Barry Lloyd has passed away at the age of 75. Signing from Fulham, Lloyd made 14 appearances for The Bulls during the 1976/1977 Division Two (Now Championship equivalent campaign) He departed at the end of the season to sign for Brentford...
RUGBY | Luctonians’ first home game of the season in front of superb vocal home support saw them put away a useful Clifton outfit comfortably 39-15
Photo Credit: Andy Hargraves Date – 21st September 2024 League – National 2 West Luctonians RFC VS Clifton RFC Final Score - Luctonians 39 – 15 Clifton Man of the Match – Jack Goodwin League Table - https://www.ncarugby.com/national-2-west-table/...
NEWS | A Hereford sports club has been forced to cancel all sessions this Saturday due to flooding
A Hereford sports club has been forced to cancel all sessions this Saturday due to flooding. React Gymnastics & Trampolining shared the following update on Facebook: “Due to the severe weather we have experienced flooding in the gym. “This means all sessions...
UK NEWS STORIES
UK NEWS | Two men have been arrested after the remains of 37 dogs were discovered at a property
Police officers working alongside colleagues from the RSPCA and Basildon Borough Council in response to a number of reports in relation to an address in Billericay have uncovered the remains of 37 dogs and seized a number of others to ensure they are safe. The...
NEWS | Man who gained employment at law firms using forged certificates has been sentenced
A 43-year-old man who gained employment at two law firms after he used a false university degree certificate and used a false passport has been sentenced. Gloucester Crown Court was told how Aditya Rai also gained a false UK driving licence under a different name, Ali...
NEWS | Bristol Airport has announced a major change to ‘drop and go’ parking
After dropping off passengers, customers can drive straight up to the barrier and pay by card or contactless. Apple and Google Pay are also accepted. Bristol Airport colleagues will assist customers who are unfamiliar with this method of payment. The automatic number...
NEWS | Asda confirms that it will stop offering the Blue Light Card discount from later this month
Asda has confirmed that it will be ending its partnership with Blue Light Card later this month. In an update to customers, Asda said: “Asda’s partnership with Blue Light Card is coming to an end on 27th May 2025. “From 13th May 2025 11:00 Blue Light Card...
NEWS | Hereford based MandM announces a new multi-year partnership with St Johnstone Football Club – becoming the team’s main shirt sponsor from the 2025/26 season
MandM is proud to announce a new multi-year partnership with St Johnstone Football Club, becoming the team’s main shirt sponsor from the 2025/26 season. The collaboration marks an exciting step forward for both organisations, bringing together MandM’s commitment to...
NEWS | Government provides update on Bird Flu with housing measures for poultry and captive birds changing later this week
The Government has provided an update on Bird Flu, with housing measures for poultry and captive birds set to change later this week. The Animal & Plant Health Agency said: “Following ongoing monitoring using the latest scientific evidence and risk assessment,...
NEWS | Fire crews provide update after a house was struck by lightning with smoke seen rising from the roof
Fire crews have provided updates following two fires caused by lightning at properties in Herefordshire and Shropshire on Monday evening. In the Bridgnorth area, crews were called to a house fire caused by a thunderstorm and a lightning strike. A spokesperson for...
BREAKING | A rapist who duped a man into visiting his flat then raped him in 2009 has today been sentenced to nine years in prison
A rapist who duped a man into visiting his flat then raped him in 2009 has today (Monday 12 May) been sentenced to nine years at court. Steven Ronan Wilson, 55, (pictured) previously known as Stephen Dorr, of Penncricket Lane, Rowley Regis in Wolverhampton, was handed...
NEWS | RAF in the Arctic Circle for Operation Boxtop – a mission that takes place in very testing conditions
Twelve members of No. 99 Squadron RAF have spent the past week in the Arctic Circle to help resupply the most northerly station on Earth. The RAF C-17 Globemaster aircrew and ground support crew have been working alongside their Canadian...