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LATEST | The Environment Agency has issued an update on the flooding situation across Herefordshire
The Environment Agency has issued an update on the flooding situation across Herefordshire. Further heavy rain could cause river levels to rise further and cause more flooding on roads as we approach the weekend. River Wye - Herefordshire: Flooding may affect low...
BREAKING NEWS | A man has died following an incident in Leominster this morning
A man has died following an incident in Leominster this morning. From West Mercia Police: Earlier today (Tuesday 11 November) emergency services responded after a bin lorry collided with a building in Mill Street in Leominster. The incident happened at shortly after...
LATEST | Significant emergency services response after bin lorry crashed into a building in Herefordshire
There is a significant emergency services response to an incident in Leominster this morning, where a bin lorry has crashed into a building. The incident has occurred at the junction of Mill Street and Bridge Street. Both roads are currently closed. West Mercia...
SPORTS NEWS
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...
RUGBY | Luctonians made it back-to-back wins on the road to open their season with a 15-13 victory at Cinderford RFC
Josh Thomas (The Rugby Paper Photographer) Date – 14th September 2024 League – National 2 West Cinderford RFC VS Luctonians RFC Final Score – Cinderford RFC 13 VS 15 Luctonians RFC Man of the Match – James Mear League Table...
FOOTBALL | Cawley Cox hat-trick secures win for Westfields with Hereford FC taken to an FA Cup replay and Pegasus beaten by unbeaten league leaders
Photo Credit: Wayne Hudson Cawley Cox was the star of the show for Westfields, who made it 10 points from their four recent league games, with a 3-0 victory at home to Malmesbury in the Hellenic League Premier Division. Two penalties and a superb finish into the...
FOOTBALL | Westfields Football Club joint manager Nick Morgan earns two wins as assistant coach of the St Lucia national team
Westfields Football Club joint manager Nick Morgan travelled to St Lucia recently for their CONCACAF Nations League fixtures. Nick had been asked to join and support St Lucia as an assistant coach, with the role offering him experience in football at an international...
UK NEWS STORIES
BREAKING | Police are appealing for witnesses after a male assaulted a teenage girl and left her unconscious
Police are appealing for witnesses after a male assaulted a teenage girl in Coleford, Forest of Dean. The assault is reported to have taken place on Saturday 31 May at around 7.30pm on the cycle path which runs behind the Texaco garage on Old Station Way. The...
NEWS | Fire crews tackle severe vehicle fire with large column of smoke seen for miles
Earlier this week, fire crews from Shropshire Fire and Rescue were called to a severe vehicle fire. From Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service: Whilst on route to the incident the crew could see a large column of black smoke rising from the reported location. On arrival...
NEWS | The Government has revealed the exact date and time that the next Emergency Alert Test will take place and how you can switch off alerts
Emergency Alert to be sent to mobile phones across the UK in the second ever national test of the system. Alert will sound at around 3pm on Sunday 7 September. Test comes as the government publishes a Resilience Action Plan with new steps to secure the country...
NEWS | A man who drove while unfit through alcohol and drugs has been jailed for more than four years after causing the death of his friend in a single-vehicle collision
A man who drove while unfit through alcohol and drugs has been jailed for more than four years after causing the death of his friend in a single-vehicle collision in Monmouthshire. Tymon Turner, 21, from Aberaeron, Ceredigion, was also disqualified from driving....
NEWS | Aldi’s much-loved Baby Event lands back in stores from 17th July – offering incredible value for parents with prices starting from just 99p
Aldi’s much-loved Baby Event lands back in stores from 17th July, offering incredible value with prices starting from just 99p. Parents can stock up on everything from soft play goodies to travel essentials, without breaking the bank. Whether shopping for a newborn or...
NEWS | A brand new designer outlet featuring more than 40 stores and restaurants will open its doors for the first time today
Cotswolds Designer Outlet confirms leading labels Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger as the latest brands to join the stellar line up. This news comes as retailers and operators commence the important shop-fitting phase of the development ahead of its summer opening....
NEWS | A 47-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman have today been convicted of the murder of their two-year-old grandson
A 47-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman have today been convicted of the murder of their two-year-old grandson, Ethan Ives-Griffiths. Ethan’s mother, Shannon Ives, 28, was convicted of causing or allowing his death. Michael Ives and Kerry Ives, both of Kingsley...
NEWS | A birthday wish was granted this week for a retired former West Mercia Police officer when she got the chance to be a police officer again
A birthday wish was granted this week for a retired former West Mercia Police officer when she got the chance to be a police officer again. Jean Mulcaster, who lives at a care home, had a magical trip down memory lane on Monday morning to celebrate her 83rd birthday...
NEWS | The RSPCA is warning the public to expect an increase in reports of stray snakes due to the recent warmer weather
Snake incidents trending upwards with more warm weather The RSPCA is braced for an increase in reports about stray pet snakes - but owners can do their bit to help and avoid snake escapes. The charity is also expecting other snake-related incidents to rise this summer...