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Nestled between the Black Mountains & Brecon Beacons National Park, Wales, Black Mountain Adventure is a family-owned & managed business that offers an exciting range of high-quality, award-winning outdoor adventure activities. Established back in 1992, Black...
FEATURED | A stunning flower shop in Herefordshire that offers a convenient delivery service for local customers
There is a stunning flower shop in Leominster that offers a delivery service for local customers. The Flower Gallery Leominster offers a fabulous selection of flowers for all occasions, including: Funeral Flowers House Plants Bridal Flowers Birthdays And...
FULL STATEMENT | A woman has been jailed for 15 years for the manslaughter of her four-month-old daughter after violently shaking her on more than one occasion
A woman has been jailed for the manslaughter of her four-month-old daughter after violently shaking her on more than one occasion. Melissa Wilband, 28, had denied killing Lexi Wilband, but jurors found her guilty following a four-week trial...
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FOOTBALL | Young defender Cam Davies wins a hat-trick of awards after an impressive season for Westfields Football Club
Photo - Geoff Moore Young defender Cam Davies won a hat-trick of awards after an impressive season for Westfields Football Club. The centre half, who is just 18-years-old, has impressed throughout a turbulent season for Westfields, being named man of the match on many...
NEWS | Demolition of Blackfriars End at Edgar Street to take place imminently with contract awarded to Pennys Group Limited
The demolition of the Blackfriars End at Edgar Street is set to take place imminently with the contract to carry out the work awarded to Pennys Group Limited. Herefordshire Council have confirmed the decision to award a contract and approve the expenditure of up to...
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...
UK NEWS STORIES
NEWS | Two men appear in court in connection with burglary in Forest of Dean
Two men have appeared in court after being charged in connection with a burglary near Coleford last week. Patrick McDonagh, aged 52 and of Woodstock Road, Coventry, and Thomas Calienda, aged 27 and of Elton Road, Newnham, both appeared at Gloucester Magistrates’ Court...
WELLNESS | Aldi launches viral inflatable ice bath for just £29.99 – calling it a must-have for fitness fans and cold therapy converts!
Elevate wellness routines with Aldi’s latest launch – the NEW Inflatable Ice Bath. Launching in stores on 25th May for just £29.99, this brand-new Ice Bath is a must-have for fitness fans and cold therapy converts alike. Those looking to dip their toes in will need to...
NEWS | Woman found guilty of shaking baby girl to death will be sentenced on Thursday (22nd May) confirms the Crown Prosecution Service
A woman has been convicted of manslaughter in relation to the death of a baby. In April 2020, shortly after the start of the Covid 19 lockdown, Melissa Wilband, 28, was living with her two young children, a two-year-old boy and five-month-old baby Lexi. On the...
TRIBUTE | Family pays tribute to a grandfather who died in a collision involving two vehicles
The family of a grandfather whose “quiet strength and gentle humour were a constant source of support and warmth to those around him,” have paid tribute to him. Malcolm John Shopland, aged 72, from Ystradgynlais in Powys, was cycling when he was involved in a...
TRIBUTE | Family of one of the firefighters killed in Oxfordshire fire pays tribute to a woman who was ‘truly inspirational to us all’
Following the death of Jennie Logan, aged 30, of Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service (Official) after a fire at Bicester Motion on Buckingham Road, Bicester, on Thursday, Jennie’s Mum, Dad, and sister Emilie, have released the following tribute: “Jennie was a much...
NEWS | A high street bank has launched its latest switching offer worth up to £310 in cash and rewards
From today, customers switching to a TSB Spend & Save or Spend & Save Plus current account can receive £100 upfront, and £90 in cashback in the first six months of opening, plus a choice of two rewards. To be eligible, customers must switch to TSB using the...
NEWS | National Highways issues important message to all motorists with restrictions coming into force on the Severn Bridge later this month
M48 Severn Bridge heavy goods vehicles over 7.5t weight restriction from 27th May 2025. From National Highways: Routine surveys revealed that the main bridge cables have deteriorated and weakened. We need to reduce the load on these cables to keep the bridge open for...
NEWS | One of the UK’s most advanced warships has obliterated a supersonic missile in a historic first for the Royal Navy
One of the UK’s most advanced warships has obliterated a supersonic missile in a historic first for the Royal Navy in a test off the coast of Scotland. In a burst of fire and smoke, Type 45 destroyer HMS Dragon launched a specially-modified Sea Viper missile at an...
NEWS | Fire & Rescue Service crews called to help rescue a young female who had got stuck on a rock face
Fire and Rescue Service crews were called to the Shropshire Hills on Saturday afternoon, to reports of a young female who had difficulties climbing down. A spokesperson for Church Stretton Fire Station (Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service) said: “Another hillside...