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BREAKING | Welsh Water issues important message to all households in Herefordshire as Environment Agency places county as in drought
Welsh Water has issued an important message to customers on the current situation following an extended period of dry weather. From Welsh Water: “Across our operating area, dry weather directly affects our water resources. “This year has seen the warmest and sunniest...
NEWS | Family pays tribute to a man who died in a collision near Hereford on Saturday
The family of Jimmy Aspinall, who sadly died following a collision in Herefordshire, have paid tribute to a man who was dedicated to ‘making the world just a little bit brighter’. The collision happened on Saturday morning (12 July) on the A465 near to Allensmore. The...
NEWS | A man who drove while unfit through alcohol and drugs has been jailed for more than four years after causing the death of his friend in a single-vehicle collision
A man who drove while unfit through alcohol and drugs has been jailed for more than four years after causing the death of his friend in a single-vehicle collision in Monmouthshire. Tymon Turner, 21, from Aberaeron, Ceredigion, was also disqualified from driving....
SPORTS NEWS
RUGBY | Luctonians announce that Head Coach Ryan Watkins will be stepping down at the end of the season
From Luctonians Rugby Club; Ryan Watkins, Luctonians Head Coach, will be standing down at the end of this season, bringing to an end an 11 year stint at the club that has included Ryan overseeing the most successful period in our club’s history. Ryan joined Lucs back...
COMMUNITY | Westfields FC Juniors handed over cheque for £5,000 after being selected by a Tesco customer to receive a £5,000 donation
Westfields Juniors FC U12s are celebrating after being selected by a Tesco customer to receive a £5,000 donation. On Saturday 15th March, Tesco customers at Hereford Abotsmead Rd Superstore were given the chance to take part in a lucky dip to find a golden version of...
TICKETS | Tickets for Hereford FC’s next two home fixtures are on sale – with supporters urged to purchase early with bumper crowds expected at both matches
Tickets for Hereford FC’s next two home fixtures are on sale, with supporters urged to purchase early with bumper crowds expected at both matches. The Bulls host Leamington at Edgar Street on Good Friday (18th April), before they travel to Kidderminster on Easter...
RUGBY | Rugby legend Nigel Owens to visit Greyhound Rugby Club in May for a meet and greet event with tickets on sale now – LAST FEW TICKETS AVAILABLE
Want the chance to meet a man who is regarded as a legend within the game of rugby? Well here’s your opportunity! On 31st May, Greyhound Rugby Club in Hereford will be hosting a meet and greet evening with the one and only Nigel Owens! They have limited availability...
RUGBY | Luctonians continue fine form with a 17-15 victory over Old Redcliffians in Bristol
Luctonians continued their fine recent form in National League 2 West, as they won a tight tussle down in Bristol against Old Redcliffians 15-17, to make it four wins on the spin in this their penultimate fixture of the campaign. As per their two previous visits to...
FOOTBALL | Hereford FC share important ticket update with supporters as tickets for Scunthorpe home clash set to go on sale
Hereford FC have shared an important ticket update with supporters, with tickets for the final league fixture of the season against Scunthorpe United going on sale this evening. Tickets will be available from the Hereford FC website from 6pm this evening. An update...
RUGBY | Luctonians RFC Celebrates 30 Years of the Anglo-Welsh Mini Festival
Press Release from Luctonians: On Sunday 13th April, Luctonians RFC proudly hosted its 30th Anglo-Welsh Mini Festival, a milestone moment for one of the club’s most cherished traditions. This annual celebration of grassroots rugby has become a staple of the Luctonians...
COMMUNITY | Westfields FC Juniors are celebrating after being selected by a Tesco customer to receive a £5,000 donation
Westfields Juniors FC U12s are celebrating after being selected by a Tesco customer to receive a £5,000 donation. On Saturday 15th March, Tesco customers at Hereford Abotsmead Rd Superstore were given the chance to take part in a lucky dip to find a golden version of...
RUGBY | Rugby legend Nigel Owens to visit Greyhound Rugby Club in May for a meet and greet event with tickets on sale now
Want the chance to meet a man who is regarded as a legend within the game of rugby? Well here’s your opportunity! On 31st May, Greyhound Rugby Club in Hereford will be hosting a meet and greet evening with the one and only Nigel Owens! They have limited availability...
UK NEWS STORIES
MISSING TEENAGER | Have you seen 15-year-old Ellis who has been reported as missing since Friday afternoon?
Have you seen Ellis? Ellis, aged 15, has been reported missing from Bridgnorth and officers are appealing for help to get him home. He was last seen heading towards the High Street in Bridgnorth yesterday (Friday 4 July) around 3pm. Ellis is described as around 5’5”...
IMPORTANT | Important travel information for people visiting Cardiff and South Wales this weekend with a number of road closures and changes to train timetables
A series of concerts will be held at Principality Stadium this summer, from June 19th through to August 1st. To ensure that all those attending the concerts can get into and out of the stadium safely, roads around the Principality Stadium will close at the...
NEWS | Firefighter David Morris who died in the Sun Valley Fire in Hereford in 1993 has been named as one of 106 public servants who died in service that have been recognised with the Elizabeth Emblem
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service Firefighter David Morris has been recognised with the Elizabeth Emblem, after losing his life in the Sun Valley Fire in Hereford in 1993. 35-year-old David Morris was a fulltime Firefighter with 11 years’ service when...
URGENT | The UK Health Security Agency issues important advice to anyone travelling to France, Spain, Italy and other parts of Europe over the coming days
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...
NEWS | Asda makes major announcement impacting 140,000 staff at stores across the UK
Asda has today confirmed a significant enhancement to its family-friendly policies for all colleagues, strengthening the support the retailer offers colleagues during key life moments. Asda’s updated policy is available to all 140,000 colleagues and provides enhanced...
URGENT APPEAL | Police are appealing for help in identifying a man in connection with an investigation into serious sexual offences
Police are appealing to the public for help in identifying a man in connection with an investigation into serious sexual offences. From Wiltshire Police: *Trigger Warning: contains images and details that some may find upsetting* Wiltshire Police are continuing to...
NEWS | Hero Paramedic Jeremy Daw one of 106 public servants who died in service that have been recognised with the Elizabeth Emblem
Paramedic Jeremy Daw one of 106 public servants who died in service that have been recognised with the Elizabeth Emblem. Jeremy was sat in the passenger seat of an ambulance when a rock flew up from tyres into the windscreen. The paramedic died when responding to a...
NEWS | Police Officer Ian Minett tragically collapsed and died while he was working a night shift
PC Ian Minett, aged 38, tragically collapsed and died on 21 June while he was working on night duty for Gloucestershire Constabulary. His family has released the following statement: "From a very young age it was Ian's ambition to become a police officer. He joined...
BREAKING NEWS | A body has been recovered from the River Wye
Police have confirmed that a body has been recovered from the River Wye. Dyfed-Powys Police received a report concerning the safety of a man who was last seen swimming in the River Wye, Glasbury. Following a multi-agency search on July 1, sadly, we can confirm the...