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FEATURED | A fantastic activity centre to visit this summer that includes an aqua park, open water swimming, adventure courses on lakes, an 18 hole adventure golf course and a high-rope aerial adventure course
Looking for something to do with the kids this summer? Aztec Adventure has plenty to keep them occupied! With adventure activities, adventure courses and group adventures on and around their lakes at Upton Warren and Lower Moor, plus a purpose built...
UK NEWS | Liverpool Football Club release statement following the news that Diogo Jota and his brother have died in a car crash in Spain
The footballing world is in shock this morning, following news that Liverpool FC and Portugal star Diogo Jota and his brother have died in a car crash. A statement released by Liverpool FC said: Liverpool Football Club are devastated by the tragic passing of Diogo...
BREAKING – UK NEWS | Liverpool star Diogo Jota has died in a car crash
The footballing world is in shock this morning, following news that Liverpool FC and Portugal star Diogo Jota has died in a car crash. Liverpool FC striker Diogo Jota has died in a car crash in northwestern Spain, Portuguese media have reported. Diogo Jota married his...
SPORTS NEWS
FOOTBALL | Hereford FC boss Paul Caddis confirms that Bulls face ‘complete squad rebuild’ over the summer
Hereford FC manager Paul Caddis has confirmed that the club faces a ‘completely squad rebuild’ this summer in his latest update to supporters. From Paul Caddis: “Hi all – I hope you’re all well and enjoying the break. “If you’re anything like me you are itching to get...
NEWS | Hereford based MandM announces a new multi-year partnership with St Johnstone Football Club – becoming the team’s main shirt sponsor from the 2025/26 season
MandM is proud to announce a new multi-year partnership with St Johnstone Football Club, becoming the team’s main shirt sponsor from the 2025/26 season. The collaboration marks an exciting step forward for both organisations, bringing together MandM’s commitment to...
CRICKET | Herefordshire round off an excellent week with a 35-run victory over Suffolk
HEREFORDSHIRE rounded off an excellent week by securing an East-of-England double with a 35-run win over Suffolk in the NCCA Trophy 50-over competition. Earlier in the week, Herefordshire had beaten Suffolk’s near neighbours Norfolk by five wickets at Brockhampton. As...
FOOTBALL | Danny Moon confirmed as First Team Manager at Westfields Football Club for the 2025/26 season
Westfields Football Club have confirmed that they have appointed Danny Moon as the clubs new first team manager. The club confirmed on social media on Wednesday evening that the former Hereford Lads Club manager would take over as first team manager with immediate...
MEMORIES | Do you recognise anybody in these fabulous photos of Trinity Primary School
Do you recognise anybody in these fabulous photo taken of the sports day at Trinity Primary School in the 1980s. Viv Drake shared the photos in the Herefordshire Memories Facebook group. It’s believed the photos were taken in 1985. See the full gallery...
FOOTBALL | Tributes pour in for former Westfields FC chairman Chris Williams who has sadly passed away
Tributes have been pouring in this evening, for former Westfields Football Club chairman Chris Williams, who has sadly passed away. Chris had dedicated many years to Westfields and the club paid tribute to him by saying: “Westfields FC are gutted and heartbroken to...
FEATURED | ABBA Tribute Band ‘Kiss The Teacher’ to perform at the Hereford Racecourse Ladies Night on Friday 9th May
Friday 9th May 2025 - First Race 4.55pm. Last Race - 8.25pm. Get ready to dance the night away as ABBA takes the stage LIVE after the races! Grab your girls and sing along to all the iconic classics like Gimme, Gimme, Gimme, and more! Hereford Racecourse are delighted...
NEWS | Hereford FC announce a major new partnership with MandM – one of the UK’s leading online sportswear retailers
From Hereford FC: Hereford FC is delighted to announce a landmark partnership with MandM, one of the UK’s leading online off-price fashion and sportswear retailers, with MandM becoming the club’s official kit supplier and securing the naming rights to the club’s...
NEWS | Bulls and MandM announce landmark partnership that will see the company become the clubs kit supplier and a change to the stadium name
From Hereford FC: Hereford FC is delighted to announce a landmark partnership with MandM, one of the UK’s leading online off-price fashion and sportswear retailers, with MandM becoming the club’s official kit supplier and securing the naming rights to the club’s...
UK NEWS STORIES
NEWS | Three brothers in the British Army have taken part in a major military exercise in Estonia
Stephen, Shane and Mark Wilson all serve with The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment (1 LANCS). The regiment deployed as a Battlegroup to the Baltic nation along with thousands of other British Army troops for Exercise Hedgehog. The multinational exercise, which...
NEWS | The UK will purchase 12 new F35A fighter jets and join NATO’s dual capable aircraft nuclear mission in a major boost for national security
The UK will purchase 12 new F-35A fighter jets and join NATO’s dual capable aircraft nuclear mission in a major boost for national security. The Prime Minister will announce at the NATO summit tomorrow [Wednesday] that the UK intends to buy at least a dozen of the...
PRODUCT RECALL | Aldi has recalled a popular food product due to possible health risk
Aldi has recalled a popular food product due to concerns over a possible health risk. 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...
MISSING PERSON | Police are appealing for information to help locate a missing 28-year-old man
Police are appealing for information to help locate a man who has been reported missing from Gloucester. Officers are concerned for the welfare of 28-year-old Aiden who was last seen in the Barnwood area of Gloucester today (Tuesday 24 June). Aiden is described as...
NEWS | A man who stamped on the head of a woman before punching her in the head has been jailed
A man who stamped on the head of a woman before punching her in the head has been jailed. Redwan Karim, aged 31 and of Regent Street, was sentenced at Gloucester Crown Court earlier this year for one count of assault occasioning actual bodily harm and one count of...
BREAKING | UK ‘must actively prepare’ for possible war on home soil reveals National Security Strategy document released by Government today
From the UK Government: National Security is the first responsibility of any government, that never changes. But as the world changes, the way we discharge that responsibility must change with it. And the world has changed. Russian aggression menaces our continent....
NEWS | Earlier today the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) announced it had concluded its investigation into West Mercia Police’s contact before the death of 9-year-old Alfie Steele
Earlier today (Tuesday 23 June) the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) announced it had concluded its investigation into West Mercia Police’s contact before the death of Alfie Steele. Alfie Steele, who 9 years old, died at his home in Droitwich in...
NEWS | Soldiers who maintained peace and security in both Kosovo and Cyprus over the last year have been recognised for their vital contribution to international stability
Nearly 80 personnel from C Squadron, The Royal Lancers (Queen Elizabeth's Own) were honoured at a medal ceremony after completing six-month tours in two of Europe's long-standing conflict zones. A total of 52 soldiers deployed on Operation Elgin, the UK...
BREAKING NEWS | A man has been sentenced to four years for causing the death of a dog walker by dangerous driving
A man has been sentenced to four years for causing the death of a dog walker by dangerous driving. Daniel Boucher, 28, was driving over the speed limit when he lost control of his car on the road coming off Ty Du Road, Nelson, in South Wales in April 2023. Boucher’s...