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MISSING | Police launch an urgent search following the disappearance of a 53-year-old woman
Officers are searching for a 53-year-old woman who has been reported missing from Gloucester. Sarah was last seen at around 12.30pm on Thursday when she left an address in the Longlevens area in a red Nissan Qashqai with the registration OU12 WGX. Police are concerned...
NEWS | Herefordshire Council provides an important update on household waste and recycling collections
It is now easier than ever to safely dispose of batteries and small electrical items such as irons, hairdryers and alarm clocks. From Monday 7 April 2025, batteries and small items of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) will be collected by bin collection...
CHRISTMAS MARKETS | Herefordshire Council reveals Christmas Market Days for 2025 with stalls now available to book!
Herefordshire Council has revealed the dates that Christmas Markets will take place in Hereford city centre, with members of the public now able to place bookings for stalls. All markets are in High Town and Commercial Street on: Friday 5 December 9am to 4pm Sunday 7...
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NEWS | Football tournament to take place to raise money for the Midlands Air Ambulance Charity in memory of a Herefordshire man to mark first anniversary of his death
A memorial football tournament is to take place this June, in memory of a Herefordshire man to mark the first anniversary of his death. On June 14th 2023, Jordan died very suddenly from a substantial heart attack. He was aged just 28. Jordan was fit, athletic...
FOOTBALL | Six players depart from Hereford FC
Six players are leaving Hereford said manager Paul Caddis in his latest update. They are Nathan Cameron, Curtis Pond, Tope Obadeyi, Ollie Southern, Yusifu Ceesay and Jordan Cranston. Caddis is talking to both Mark Derricott and Lassana Mendes about possible...
NEWS | Former Hereford United player steps down as manager of Cirencester Town
Former Hereford United player John Brough has stepped down as manager of Cirencester Town. Brough who made over 112 appearances for Hereford United between 1994-1998 had been in charge at Cirencester since December 2019. The club recently announced they would take...
NEWS | The Herefordshire FA have confirmed that CEO Alan Darfi will be leaving the HFA in August
The Herefordshire FA have confirmed that CEO Alan Darfi will be leaving the HFA in August to start a new role as Senior Discipline Manager at the FA. From the Herefordshire FA: Having joined in March 2020, one week before the Covid pandemic, the past 4 years have been...
NEWS | The funeral of a popular figure in local football will take place in Hereford later today
The funeral of a popular figure in local football will take place in Hereford later today. Eric Richards was a popular figure at Westfields Football Club for many years. “The family Andrew & Sally of the late Eric Richards have asked us to share that...
WHAT’S ON? | Arsenal legends Ray Parlour and Paul Merson to come to Hereford to talk about their action-packed football careers
An Evening with Ray Parlour and Paul Merson, hosted by Perry Groves. Amassing more than 900 appearances in the red and white of The Gunners between them, three Arsenal legends are coming to Hereford to talk about their action-packed football careers. The event will...
NEWS | Tributes pour in following the sad news that 20-year-old cricketer Josh Baker has died
Worcestershire County Cricket Club is heartbroken to announce the untimely passing of Josh Baker, who was aged only 20 years old. Josh turned professional with the Club in 2021 and quickly became a popular figure within the squad. More than his skills as a spin...
NEWS | Online auction of Hereford Awaydays Players shirts raises £500 for The Little Princess Trust
The Online Auction of Hereford Awaydays Players shirts has raised a fantastic £500 for The Little Princess Trust. Andy Williams shirt was purchased by Paul Howells for £210. Alex Babos shirt was purchased for £150 from Paul Crossland of Rugby. Centre back Paul...
RUGBY | A new 35-year lease has been granted to Malvern Rugby Football Club to ensure its future growth and development
A new 35-year lease has been granted to Malvern Rugby Football Club (MRFC) to ensure its future growth and development. The new lease, which was approved on 23 April 2024 by Malvern Hills District Council’s Executive Committee, will allow the club to access funding to...
UK NEWS STORIES
BREAKING | Operation Machinize: Hundreds of barbershops targeted in National Crime Agency coordinated crackdown
Barbershops and other cash-intensive businesses across England and Wales have been targeted by police and other law enforcement officers during a three-week crackdown on high street crime. In total, 265 premises were visited across Operation Machinize, where officers...
PRODUCT RECALL | Aldi has issued a product recall due to a potential health risk for people with an allergy
Aldi has issued a product recall on a popular product. Aldi is recalling Inspired Cuisine Baby Potatoes with Herbs and Butter because it contains milk which is not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or...
BREAKING | NBCUniversal reveals plans for a world-class theme park with several themed lands – as well as a 500 room hotel and retail space in the UK
Comcast NBCUniversal today announced its intent to pursue the first-ever Universal entertainment resort complex in the United Kingdom and in Europe. The project is to be designed and delivered by the company’s Universal Destinations & Experiences segment. The...
NEWS | Police are investigating a fatal collision involving a motorcycle with an attached side car
Police are investigating a fatal collision that happened in the Brecon Beacons on Saturday afternoon (April 5). The collision took place on the A4059 between Storey Arms and Penderyn at approximately 4.20pm. A motorcycle with an attached side car was involved. Sadly,...
NEWS | All British passport holders told to be aware of some changes that are coming into place this week
The government will introduce new fees for passport applications on 10 April 2025. The proposals, which are subject to approval by Parliament, will include the following: The fee for a standard online application made from within the UK will rise from £88.50 to £94.50...
BREAKING | A 13-year-old girl and a 15-year-old boy have been found guilty of the manslaughter of an 80-year-old man who was attacked while walking his dog
Two teenagers have been found guilty of the manslaughter of an 80-year-old man who was attacked while walking his dog. Bhim Kohli died following an incident in Franklin Park, Braunstone Town in Leicestershire, during the early evening of Sunday 1 September last year....
URGENT APPEAL | Police launch urgent appeal to help find a vulnerable woman with memory problems who has gone missing
Police are appealing for information to help locate a woman with memory problems who has been reported missing from the Forest of Dean. Officers are concerned for the welfare of 81-year-old Maggie who was last seen on Greenfield Road in Coleford at around 6.45pm this...
NEWS | Morrisons is partnering with Kellogg’s to launch “breakfast clubs” over the Easter school holidays, providing free bowls of Kellogg’s cereal across its 396 Cafés nationwide
Everyone in the family can grab a free bowl of cereal and portion of fruit in a Morrisons Café when they ask for a ‘Kellogg’s Breakfast’ Offer available in all Morrisons Cafés from 7th – 27th April whilst stocks last to help families during the Easter break – –...
NEWS | Five men have been arrested after a man was left with serious injuries following an assault over the weekend
Five men have been arrested as part of an investigation into the serious assault of a man in Coleford over the weekend. Officers investigating the incident identified several vehicles and men they believed were involved before arrest attempts took place. Four men from...