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ROAD CLOSURE | Motorists warned to plan ahead with planned road closure on A465 between Hereford and Abergavenny
Motorists are being warned to plan ahead due to a planned road closure on the A465 between Hereford and Abergavenny. From Herefordshire Highways: We need to inform you about the upcoming roadworks on the A465, from Howton Farm to the County Boundary in Pontrilas. We...
NEWS | A huge development that will include the UK’s longest ski slope, an indoor water park and other leisure facilities has moved a step closer
A to build the UK’s longest Ski Slope, as well as a water park and other leisure facilities and accommodation, have been approved by councillors. From Merthyr Tydfil Council: “The Planning, Regulatory and Licensing committee met to discuss the proposed Rhydycar West...
NEWS | Ex leader of Reform UK in Wales Nathan Gill jailed for ten years for taking bribes
An investigation by the Metropolitan Police Counter Terrorism Command has led to a former Member of European Parliament for the UK being jailed, after he accepted bribes from a pro-Russian Ukrainian politician in exchange for making statements that supported...
SPORTS NEWS
DARTS | Jim Williams drawn against Paolo Nebrida in the 2025 PDC World Darts Championships
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 next month at Alexandra Palace. Williams...
RUGBY | Luctonians grab important win in awful conditions as Storm Bert swept across Herefordshire over the weekend
Luctonians RFC vs Bournville RFCSaturday 23rd November 2024 – Mortimer ParkLuctonians RFC 13 – 6 Bournville RFC To see this game played at all following the snow and frost earlier in the week, and with Storm Bert throwing down torrential rain for at least 5 hours...
REACTION | Adam Rooney – Hereford FC 0-1 Brentwood
Hereford FC Assistant Manager Adam Rooney spoke to the media after the 1-0 FA Trophy defeat to Brentwood. Photo supplied by Bulls News. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RSGXyhuR5JI
REACTION | Keith Rowland – Hereford FC 0-1 Brentwood
Brentwood manager Keith Rowland gives his post match reaction after the 1-0 FA Trophy win at Hereford FC. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vTBDSAB9E1o
RUGBY | Luctonians narrowly beat Hornets RFC in a very tight encounter at Mortimer Park
Photo Credit: Andrew Hargraves Luctonians RFC vs Hornets RFCSaturday 9th November 2024 – Mortimer ParkFull Time – Luctonians RFC 22 – 19 Hornets RFC Man of the Match – Ben Link © Luctonians will be breathing a huge sigh of relief after narrowly beating a very game...
NEWS | Hereford United Giantkillers help to scatter the ashes of their former colleague Fred Potter at Edgar Street
Former Hereford United goalkeeper Fred Potter passed away on the 23rd July 2024 at the age of 83. Last Saturday when Hereford FC faced Marine his former playing colleagues Peter Isaac, Ken Mallender and Dudley Tyler paid tribute to their former team mate by helping...
FEATURED | Former Hereford United player Mark A Jones back at Edgar Street
Former Hereford United player Mark A Jones watched Hereford FC defeat Marine 4-0 yesterday afternoon in National League North. Jones made 157 appearances and scored 2 goals for Hereford United between 1987-1991. He was a consistent right back who was extremely popular...
REACTION | Jason Cowley – Hereford FC 4-0 Marine
Man of the match Jason Cowley spoke to the media after the 4-0 win over Marine. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wp1C0G-KxXs&t=3s
FOOTBALL | Reaction – Paul Caddis Hereford FC 4-0 Marine
Paul Caddis gives his post match reaction. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iH7gJJyboVg
UK NEWS STORIES
NEWS | The father of a two-week-old boy who died from ‘catastrophic’ injuries has been found guilty of his murder
The father of a two-week-old boy who died from ‘catastrophic’ injuries has been found guilty of his murder. Daniel Gunter, aged 27, of no fixed address, has been found guilty unanimously by a jury at Bristol Crown Court today (Thursday 24 July) of killing his son,...
NEWS | A man has been jailed after he was found guilty of several counts of sexually abusing a boy around 20 years ago
A man has been jailed after he was found guilty of several counts of sexually abusing a boy around 20 years ago. Wayne Harris, aged 41 and of Smithy Close, Coleford was sentenced to six years in custody after a jury found him guilty of six offences against the child....
UK NEWS | Important message issued to all UK holidaymakers heading to Europe over the coming months due to health concerns
UK holidaymakers heading to Europe this summer are being urged to help protect British farmers from Foot and Mouth disease by not bringing back meat and dairy products Europe has seen a wave of cases impacting Hungary, Austria and Germany, and the UK Chief Vet...
URGENT APPEAL | Police growing increasingly concerned for a missing pregnant woman
Police are growing increasingly concerned for a missing pregnant woman in Worcestershire. Lillie-Ann Locke aged 23, is 32 weeks pregnant. Lillie-Ann was reported missing on Monday (21 July) and was last seen on Monday 7 July leaving an address on Beoley Road West in...
NEWS | A 60-year-old man has been sentenced to eight years in prison for raping a woman with significant learning difficulties multiple times
A 60-year-old man from Tewkesbury has been sentenced to eight years in prison for raping a woman multiple times. Vernon Steele, who is from the Northway area, had previously denied four counts of rape, but following a trial at Gloucester Crown Court, a jury...
NEWS | A Police dog has been named after Ozzy Osbourne as tributes pour in following his death
A Police dog has been named after Ozzy Osbourne, as tributes pour in following his death. His death was confirmed by his family on Tuesday evening. In a post on social media, West Midlands Police said: “We're really sad to hear about the death of Ozzy Osbourne. “Our...
FEATURED | Your chance to book a stay for you and friends in a pub that has a Cinema Room, Sky Sports, Hot Tub, Barbecue and several rooms! A unique holiday!
This incredible former 16th century pub and inn rests within the centre of Bishop’s Castle in south Shropshire, offering superb accommodation with all the fantastic facilities you’d expect from a former pub and coaching inn. Split into two sections, this...
NEWS | Amusement Park that is popular with Herefordshire families announces its permanent closure in just a few weeks time
An amusement park that is popular with Herefordshire families is to close for the final time this autumn. In a post on social media, the owners of Coney Beach in Porthcawl said: “It is with heavy hearts we would like to share with you personally that this season at...
IMPORTANT | Important information on upcoming strike action by resident doctors in England
Resident doctors in England have delivered a renewed mandate for strike action in the fight for pay restoration, following the outcome of a six-week ballot. They will stage a full walk out from 7am on Friday 25 July until 7am on Wednesday 30 July. Leaders of the BMA...