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NEWS | All the information you need to know about Hereford’s new Community Diagnostic Centre that’s set to open later this summer
Nationally Community Diagnostic Centres are springing up to provide a broad range of elective diagnostics away from acute facilities reducing pressure on hospitals and giving patients quicker and more convenient access to tests. As part of a national programme, a...
BREAKING NEWS | Reports of a significant emergency service presence following an incident this evening
There are reports of a significant emergency service presence this evening, following an incident in the Malvern Hills area. Local residents have reported seeing emergency services in the British Camp area and near Earnslaw Quarry. West Mercia Police and...
ROADWORKS | Motorists are being warned to expect delays due to planned work on Three Elms Road in Hereford for SIX WEEKS this summer
Motorists are advised to expect delays due to planned work that’s planned to take place on Three Elms Road in Hereford this summer. Cadent Gas are set to carry out work on Three Elms Road this summer. The work will take place from 21st July, until 1st September....
SPORTS NEWS
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...
CRICKET | Two 19-year-olds star as Herefordshire gain success in their NCCA T20 double-header with Wales
Two 19-year-olds took centre-stage as Herefordshire gained a twin success in their NCCA T20 double-header with Wales at Llandysul. Luke Powell showed some brilliant improvisation as his unbeaten 43 took Herefordshire to a five-wicket win in the first of the day’s...
FOOTBALL | Premier League star Jarrod Bowen says that he would like to return to Hereford at the end of his career
Photo Credit: Bulls News Premier League star Jarrod Bowen has admitted that he would relish a return to Hereford at the end of his career. In an interview with West Ham United, Bowen said: “I’ve only been back once with Hull City for a pre season friendly, but...
FOOTBALL | Hereford FC Manager Paul Caddis signs new contract at Edgar Street
Hereford FC Manager Paul Caddis has extended his contract at Edgar Street until the end of the 2025/2026 season. Caddis became Hereford FC manager 12 months ago and undertook a complete rebuild of the squad. Hereford finished in a creditable 11th position in National...
UK NEWS STORIES
NEWS | Two huge names have confirmed that they will open new stores at Cotswold Designer Outlet with full list of stores and restaurants now available ahead of summer opening
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....
BREAKING NEWS | Emergency services responding to a ‘multi-vehicle collision’ on a major route this morning
Emergency services are currently responding to a ‘multi-vehicle collision’ on a major route this morning. The collision has occurred on the B4215 between Newent and Gloucester. The incident is near the village of Rudford and there are lengthy delays with the road...
NEWS | A high-ranking member of a Midlands-based drugs supply network has been found guilty in his absence following a National Crime Agency (NCA) investigation
A high-ranking member of a Midlands-based drugs supply network has been found guilty in his absence following a National Crime Agency (NCA) investigation. On 23 April a jury delivered guilty verdicts on all charges against him, and a judge sentenced him to 15 years...
BREAKING NEWS | Counter Terrorism investigating incident after two women were seriously injured in an incident involving a crossbow and a firearm in Leeds
Counter Terrorism Policing North East has said it has taken over the investigation into an incident in Leeds which left two women seriously injured “due to the circumstances surrounding the incident” Police have said the incident involved a crossbow and a firearm....
PRODUCT RECALL | Morrisons issues urgent recall on popular product due to concerns the product could be unsafe to eat
Morrisons is recalling Morrisons The Best 6 Thick Cumberland Sausages because the product may contain small pieces of blue plastic. Product details Pack size400gUse by01 May 2025 The possible presence of small pieces of blue plastic which makes the product unsafe to...
NEWS | Officers investigating a hate crime are appealing for information after a group of teenagers are reported to have repeatedly harassed and assaulted a blind man
Officers investigating a hate crime are appealing for information after a group of teenagers are reported to have repeatedly harassed and assaulted a blind man in the Forest of Dean. In one incident, the group approached the victim on Sunday afternoon (20 April)...
UK NEWS | The family of a 14-year-old boy who died in a single vehicle collision where a van hit a tree have paid a heartbreaking tribute to him
The family of a teenager who died after a collision on the M6 at the weekend have paid a heartbreaking tribute to him. From Lancashire Police: Emergency services were called at just after 12.15pm on Easter Sunday (April 20th) after a Peugeot van left the carriageway...
NEWS | Welsh Water issues warning to individuals and families ahead of a warm spell of weather that’s set to hit parts of the UK next week
Every year in Wales, hundreds of individuals and families visit reservoirs and take to the water to swim, paddle, or use inflatables, putting their lives and the lives of others at risk, but unauthorised access to the water at reservoirs can kill and is never allowed....
BREAKING NEWS | A man has died following a two-vehicle collision on Wednesday night
A man has died following a two-vehicle collision on Bisley Road in Gloucestershire last night (Wednesday 23 April). Police were called by the ambulance service shortly before 10.30pm with a report of a collision involving a man riding a Yamaha motorcycle and a blue...