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NEWS | 1,147 people are estimated to have died in the UK this summer as a result of climate change according to scientists
Climate change intensified summer temperatures across Europe and led to an additional 16,500 more deaths compared to a summer that hadn’t been heated by human activities. Focusing on 854 European cities, this study found climate change was responsible for 68% of the...
NEWS | National Highways provide important update after a bridge was struck by a tractor along the A49
Photo - National Highways Earlier this month, an incident occurred on the A49 at Onibury where a bridge was struck by a tractor. From National Highways: While the road remains structurally safe, both the road bridge and adjacent footbridge have been severely damaged....
RUGBY | Luctonians score seven tries on the road to secure victory away at Syston RFC
Syston RFC vs Luctonians RFCSaturday 13th September 2025 – Barkby RoadMatch Report by Geoff Vickress 84 points, 21 of which scored in last 7-8 minutes, 12 tries in total with Lucs out-scoring Syston 7 tries to 5, and with captain Ben Link dotting down...
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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...
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MISSING SOLDIER | Hundreds of soldiers and a number of volunteers are searching for a missing soldier
An urgent search has been launched to help find a missing soldier who was last seen on Sunday morning. Hundreds of soldiers are currently out and about searching for Alex. A post shared on social media said: MISSING SOLDIER Alex Cairnie is missing from the...
NEWS | Police are appealing for information to help find a man with links to the Midlands who is wanted on recall to prison
Police are appealing for information to help trace a man who is wanted. Umar Farouq, aged 26, is wanted on recall to prison in connection with drug supply offences. Farouq is described as Asian, 5ft 8ins tall, of medium build and with short black straight hair and...
NEWS | A woman who died in a fatal collision has been named by Police
A woman who died in a fatal collision on the A53 in Hodnet on 29 June has been named as 43-year-old Amani Khan. Amani’s mother has paid tribute to her, saying ‘I can’t believe my beautiful daughter has gone in such a tragic way, my heart is truly broken not just for...
MISSING SOLDIER | An urgent search is underway for a missing soldier who was last seen on Sunday morning
An urgent search has been launched to help find a missing soldier who was last seen on Sunday morning. A post shared on social media said: MISSING SOLDIER Alex Cairnie is missing from the Tidworth/Perham Down area with immediate concerns for his welfare. He was last...
BREAKING NEWS | A four-year-old boy has died after a gravestone fell on him in a cemetery
A four-year-old boy has died after a gravestone fell on him in a cemetery. Lancashire Police confirmed that the young child died at Rawtenstall Cemetery on Saturday. A spokesperson for Rossendale Borough Council said: “We are deeply saddened by the tragic death...
BREAKING | A man has been charged with two counts of attempted kidnap and two counts of public order following an incident at a splash park
Just before midday on Thursday, July 3, officers attended Victoria Park, Cardiff, following a number of calls which raised concerns about a man’s behaviour in the splash park area. Moynul Janu, 34 with no fixed abode has been charged with two counts of attempted...
NEWS | A woman has been banned from keeping canines for 18 months after leaving her pet dog with a number of untreated fractures
A woman has been banned from keeping canines for 18 months after leaving her pet dog with a number of untreated fractures, one of which hadn't been seen by a vet for over a year. Olivia Hutchinson was sentenced at Court on 29 May following an investigation and...
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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...
BREAKING NEWS | Two teenagers are reported to have died after emergency services were called to a railway line
Two teenagers are reported to have died after emergency services were called to a railway line. Emergency services were called late on Thursday evening to Poynton station in Cheshire, to reports of an incident on the railway. A spokesperson for British Transport...