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WHAT’S ON? | Hereford Cathedral to host a Harry Potter Book Night this September with ticket details revealed
From Hereford Cathedral: Broomsticks at the ready… Tickets will be on sale on Tuesday 26 August at 10am. Wizards, witches and muggles of all ages are invited to join us at Hereford Cathedral on Thursday 25 September and celebrate Harry Potter Book...
NEWS | Local business raises four figure amount for St Michael’s Hospice
The Log Yard in Hereford has recently raised £2,261.23 for St Michael's Hospice, this was accumulated due to the company making a £1 donation to St Michaels Hospice for every log and kindling net sold in the shop from 1st October 2024 to 31st March 2025. Owner Simon...
NEWS | Ross-on-Wye firm teams up with Ross Regatta and local MP to raise awareness of local water pollution – and potential solutions
With Ross Regatta around the corner, local firm Haigh Environmental is teaming up with Ross Rowing Club to raise awareness of the issue of water pollution, and the concrete solutions that can be deployed to tackle it. As highlighted by local MP Jesse Norman and...
SPORTS NEWS
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...
NEWS | Football club left stunned after pitch is damaged by man with metal detector who said ‘**** off this is council land’
A football club has been left stunned, after pitches were damaged by a man with a metal detector. Belmont Wanderers Football Club took to social media to share their anger and frustration, after parts of the pitch were dug up. When approached, the man is said to have...
UK NEWS STORIES
URGENT APPEAL | Police growing increasingly concerned for a missing pregnant woman
Police are growing increasingly concerned for a missing pregnant woman in Worcestershire. Lillie-Ann Locke aged 23, is 32 weeks pregnant. Lillie-Ann was reported missing on Monday (21 July) and was last seen on Monday 7 July leaving an address on Beoley Road West in...
NEWS | A 60-year-old man has been sentenced to eight years in prison for raping a woman with significant learning difficulties multiple times
A 60-year-old man from Tewkesbury has been sentenced to eight years in prison for raping a woman multiple times. Vernon Steele, who is from the Northway area, had previously denied four counts of rape, but following a trial at Gloucester Crown Court, a jury...
NEWS | A Police dog has been named after Ozzy Osbourne as tributes pour in following his death
A Police dog has been named after Ozzy Osbourne, as tributes pour in following his death. His death was confirmed by his family on Tuesday evening. In a post on social media, West Midlands Police said: “We're really sad to hear about the death of Ozzy Osbourne. “Our...
FEATURED | Your chance to book a stay for you and friends in a pub that has a Cinema Room, Sky Sports, Hot Tub, Barbecue and several rooms! A unique holiday!
This incredible former 16th century pub and inn rests within the centre of Bishop’s Castle in south Shropshire, offering superb accommodation with all the fantastic facilities you’d expect from a former pub and coaching inn. Split into two sections, this...
NEWS | Amusement Park that is popular with Herefordshire families announces its permanent closure in just a few weeks time
An amusement park that is popular with Herefordshire families is to close for the final time this autumn. In a post on social media, the owners of Coney Beach in Porthcawl said: “It is with heavy hearts we would like to share with you personally that this season at...
IMPORTANT | Important information on upcoming strike action by resident doctors in England
Resident doctors in England have delivered a renewed mandate for strike action in the fight for pay restoration, following the outcome of a six-week ballot. They will stage a full walk out from 7am on Friday 25 July until 7am on Wednesday 30 July. Leaders of the BMA...
PRODUCT RECALL | Waitrose issues product recall due to health concerns after product was incorrectly packed
Photo - Andy Compton Waitrose and Partners is recalling Waitrose Indian Takeaway for 2 because some packs have been mispacked with spring rolls, which contain sesame and soya, which are not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for...
NEWS | Visitors to a beach in Wales are being asked to remain vigilant due to a substance washing ashore that can be fatal to pets
Visitors to a beach in Wales are being asked to remain vigilant, due to a substance washing ashore that can be fatal to pets. Pembrokeshire County Council has issued the following message: “Palm oil warning to dog owners. “People visiting Newgale are being asked to be...
MISSING PERSON | Police issue urgent appeal to help find a missing 32-year-old woman
Police are appealing for information to find Harley Van-Outen, from Waterlooville in Portsmouth, who has been reported as missing. Harley, 32, last seen in the Rockfield area of Monmouth at around 8.30am on Tuesday 22 July and officers are concerned for her welfare....