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HORSE RACING | Racing returns to Hereford Racecourse today for a seven-race card
BREAKING | A man will appear in court today charged in connection with a major incident on a train in Cambridgeshire on Saturday evening
NEWS | Award-winning soft drinks manufacturer Radnor Hills has unveiled a multi-million-pound investment – including a new Tetra Pak line
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NEWS | Community in Hereford left devastated following the sudden death of 24-year-old Chloe
Community in Hereford left devastated following the sudden death of 24-year-old Chloe on Sunday. A few words from Chloe’s Mum: “I really shouldn't be having to do this but my beautiful baby girl died in the early hours of Sunday 2nd November 2025 due to a brain...
NEWS | Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service provides update on incident in Moreton-on-Lugg this morning
Emergency services were called to an incident in Moreton-on-Lugg this morning. West Mercia Police and Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service both attended the scene. More than 400 homes in the village and the surrounding area were also temporarily without...
BREAKING NEWS | Emergency services called to incident in Herefordshire village with more than 400 homes without power
Emergency services are responding to an incident in Moreton-on-Lugg this morning. West Mercia Police and Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service are at the scene. You can currently access the main village from the A49, with a closure in place near...
SPORTS NEWS
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...
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...
UK NEWS STORIES
BREAKING NEWS | Emergency services responding to a vehicle fire on a major route this afternoon
Emergency services are responding to an incident on a major route this afternoon. Mid & West Wales Fire and Rescue Service and Dyfed-Powys Police were both called to a vehicle fire on the A470 near Brecon. The road is currently blocked. Motorists are advised to...
URGENT | The UK Health Security Agency issues important advice to anyone travelling to France, Spain, Italy and other parts of Europe over the coming weeks
As our world becomes increasingly interconnected and the climate changes, the UK faces challenges that we might associate with more exotic destinations. One such challenge is the potential introduction of invasive mosquito species, particularly the tiger mosquito...
BREAKING | Murder investigation launched following death of man in his 40s
A murder investigation has been launched after an inmate was found dead at HMP Stoke Heath in Shropshire on Tuesday. Around 7:40am we received a report from the prison that a man in his 40s was found deceased within his cell. Officers attended the prison, and a...
MISSING TEENAGER | Police are appealing for information to help locate a missing 15-year-old boy
Police are appealing for information to help locate a teenage boy who has been reported missing from Gloucester. Officers are concerned for the welfare of 15-year-old Jaylan who was last seen on Stanway Road in the city at around 6.10pm yesterday (Monday 30 June). The...
PROPERTY | What’s occurring? A property featured in BBC show Gavin and Stacey is up for sale in Barry
Featured in the BAFTA award winning british sitcom 'Gavin and Stacey' Located in the sought after west end of Barry. Modern fitted kitchen. Open plan lounge/diner perfect for entertaining. Two double bedrooms. Modern first floor four piece bathroom. Generous fully...
NEWS | A man has been jailed for killing Catherine Bradford when he lost control of a car he was driving
A man has been jailed for killing Catherine Bradford when he lost control of a car he was driving through Dowlais on September 19, 2022. Alex Rickwood, 32, of Wern Isaf, Dowlais, appeared to be sentenced at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court on Monday, June 30. Just before he...
BREAKING | Two teenagers arrested on suspicion of murder after a 38-year-old man died following reports of a stabbing
South Wales Police has launched a murder investigation following an incident in Barry last night (Monday, June 30). A 38-year-old man from Barry has died and his family are being supported by specially trained liaison officers. Two males, aged 16 and 17, from Llantwit...
BREAKING NEWS | Criminal investigation launched following Glastonbury performance and comments made by Kneecap and Bob Vylan
From Avon & Somerset Police: Following the completion of that assessment process we have decided further enquiries are required and a criminal investigation is now being undertaken. A senior detective has been appointed to lead this investigation. This has been...
BREAKING | A 92-year-old man has been convicted of the murder and rape of Louisa Dunne whose body was found at her home 58 years ago
A 92-year-old man has been convicted of the murder and rape of Louisa Dunne, whose body was found at her home in Bristol 58 years ago. Ryland Headley, of Clarence Road in Ipswich, denied the offences but was found guilty by a jury following a trial at Bristol Crown...