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NEWS | Welsh Water issues important message to thousands of customers in Herefordshire with improvement work set to commence this month
NEWS | Cadent Gas issues important message to all Hereford residents with major work set to commence
NEWS | A delivery driver has been jailed for four-and-a-half-years for causing the death of Aaron Jones in a collision in December 2024
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NEWS | Morrisons launches a giant Hot Cross Bun Loaf for Easter
Hot Cross Buns remain a firm Easter favourite and following popular demand, Morrisons is going even bigger with the launch of its brand-new Hot Cross Bun Loaf, a supersized twist on the seasonal classic that’s perfect for sharing. Behind every loaf is an early...
NEWS | National Living Wage increases to £12.71 per hour for those aged 21 and over
Increased rates of the National Minimum Wage, including the National Living wage came into force from 1 April 2026. These rates bring into effect recommendations made by the Low Pay Commission last autumn. The new rates are set out in the table below. NMW Rate...
UK NEWS | The owner of an unregistered XL bully which killed a pensioner has been convicted of being the owner of dog dangerously out of control causing injury
The owner of an unregistered XL bully which killed a pensioner in Warrington has been convicted of being the owner of dog dangerously out of control causing injury. Sean Garner was found guilty of the charge following a six day trial at Liverpool Crown Court which...
SPORTS NEWS
CRICKET | Herefordshire enjoyed a day of contrasting fortunes in their NCCA T20 double-header against Wiltshire at Eastnor
HEREFORDSHIRE enjoyed a day of contrasting fortunes in their NCCA T20 double-header against Wiltshire at Eastnor. After suffering a crushing eight-wicket reverse in the first of the two games, Herefordshire turned things around to dramatic effect when...
FOOTBALL | Bulls announce that defender Aaron Skinner has signed a new deal ahead of the 2025/26 National League North season
Hereford FC has announced that defender Aaron Skinner has signed a new deal with the club ahead of the 2025/26 Vanarama National League North Season. Winning Hereford FC’s Player of the Season in the 2023/24 campaign, Skinner proved his ability as a consistent...
CRICKET | St Michael’s Hospice look set to benefit substantially from large crowd that watched Herefordshire and MCC at Brockhampton
HEREFORDSHIRE and MCC ended with honours even with a victory apiece in their double-header at Brockhampton. But the day’s big winners should be St Michael’s Hospice who look set to benefit substantially from a large crowd who enjoyed excellent catering and responded...
RUGBY | Trailfinders Women and Hereford Sixth Form College sign exciting Rugby Partnership – creating a clear and professional pathway for students
Press Release from Hereford Sixth Form College: Hereford Sixth Form College is proud to announce a new and exciting partnership with Trailfinders Women, creating a clear and professional pathway for student rugby players to progress through to the Ealing Trailfinders...
FOOTBALL | Bulls to face local rivals Merthyr Town in the National League North next season
Photo Credit - Bulls News It has been confirmed that Merthyr Town will enter the National League North following their promotion from the Southern League. The confirmation that Merthyr Town will find themselves in the National League North is likely to be seen as a...
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...
UK NEWS STORIES
MISSING PERSON | Police are appealing for information following the disappearance of a 19-year-old man
Police are appealing for information following the disappearance of a 19-year-old man from Merthyr Tydfil. From South Wales Police: Harrison Hope, 19, from Merthyr Tydfil, has been reported missing and there is concern for his welfare. Harrison was last seen around...
BREAKING NEWS | Three men arrested on suspicion of murder following reports of an altercation
Three men from Tredegar have been arrested following a report of an altercation in Tredegar town centre. Early enquiries indicate that the victim, a 36-year old Tredegar man, was involved in a physical altercation between Friday night, from around 10pm, into the early...
NEWS | Police issue important message ahead of the Cheltenham Festival this coming week
Gloucestershire Constabulary have issued an important message to anyone attending the Cheltenham Festival this week. From Gloucestershire Constabulary: Are you heading to the Cheltenham Races next week? Our officers will be there keeping you safe throughout the event-...
MISSING PERSON | Police launch urgent search to find a missing 77-year-old man from the Forest of Dean
Police are appealing for information to help locate a 77-year-old man who has been reported missing from the Forest of Dean and have issued some updated images of him. Graham was last seen on Tuesday 3 March between 11am and midday outside the Texaco Garage on Old...
UK NEWS | A seven-year-old boy has died following a fatal collision involving a car and a child
Police are appealing for witnesses to a fatal collision on the A38 near Lichfield this morning (7 March). Staffordshire Police were called to a report of a collision between a car and a child on the A38 at the junction with the A5206 at around 5am. Sadly, the...
NEWS | Morrisons announces a major change to in store toilet facilities to support thousands of customers
Morrisons is proud to announce all accessible toilets in its supermarkets, across England, Scotland and Wales are now stoma-friendly. The initiative aims to support independence, dignity and comfort for people living with a stoma and has been rolled out following...
NEWS | Important message issued by Transport for Wales for anyone travelling to Cardiff over the coming weeks
Transport for Wales (TfW) will trial a new post match crowd management approach for the upcoming Six Nations fixture aimed at improving the match day experience for fans and prepare for major works at Cardiff Central. Wales take on Italy in the final home game of this...
UK NEWS | Two men have been jailed after targeting two golf clubs in back-to-back burglary hits
Newport men jailed for west Wales golf club burglaries Two men have been jailed after targeting two west Wales golf clubs in back-to-back burglary hits. Mikael Bourkhari, aged 45, and Simon Dickey, aged 38 – both from Newport, South Wales - both pleaded guilty to...
UK NEWS | Two years since disappearance of Jack O’Sullivan following a night out in Bristol
Jack O’Sullivan, who was 22 at the time he went missing, went missing following a night out at a house party in the Hotwells area of Bristol on Saturday 2 March 2024. Speaking on the second anniversary of his disappearance, Assistant Chief Constable Joanne Hall said:...