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NEWS | Crime continues to fall in West Mercia according to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics
Crime continues to fall in West Mercia according to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics. Delivering on Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion’s commitment to ‘Cutting crime’, as set out in his Safer Communities Plan, total recorded crime fell by 4% between July 2024 and June 2025. This follows a 6% drop […]
PRODUCT RECALL | Aldi issues a product recall on two popular products
Aldi has issued two product recalls on popular items purchased by customers. Aldi recalls PYB02 PANATAS Part-Baked 6 Pack Custard Tarts because of undeclared allergens Aldi is recalling PYB02 PANATAS Part-Baked 6 pack custard tarts because they contain egg, milk and wheat (gluten), and may contain hazelnuts, sesame and soya which are not mentioned on […]
PRODUCT RECALL | Morrisons issues product recall on item purchased by thousands of customers due to allergy concerns
Morrisons is recalling Morrisons Savers Salad Cream because it may contain egg and mustard which are not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to egg and/or an allergy to mustard. Product details Pack size 420g Batch code L25 122 Best before […]
National News Headlines
Couple slam easyJet claiming £2k all-inclusive holiday ruined by 'disgusting' hotel
A couple has claimed that their all-inclusive holiday was ruined by "grim" food and "disgusting" facilities, including the swimming pool.
Leylandii face the axe over damage fears in village
Plans to remove 15 leylandii trees at Bank House, Bodenham, Herefordshire, due to dieback and root issues. Replacement beech hedging proposed.
Fight launched to keep ancient wood open for townsfolk
A Herefordshire couple are leading efforts to stop a “hugely popular” ancient woodland nature reserve from falling into private hands.
Pete Trigg Wins!
Congratulations to Pete Trigg who has been recognised as Volunteer of the year at the Hereford Times Heath & Social Care Awards back in 2022
This award was sponsored by Cambian
Pete Trigg has been a member of Hereford Hospital Radio for over 10 years. Pete is a natural broadcaster and his warmth and local knowledge really inspires many to look up to him at Hospital Radio.
Pete for a number of years has acted as mentor to many of our new members who have gone on to develop their own careers, and his ability to make radio easy is something of an art.
Being patient, and generous with his time, both at the studio, and on the wards, Pete make a presenter feel at ease.
'Pete and his wife have given up huge amounts of time over many years to support HHR, the patients and the community ' wrote the person who nominated him. " In early years the presenters would go around the wards before their shows and collects requests. At weekend they would help with fund raising."
Pete broadcasts every Sunday from 9am