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BREAKING NEWS | Emergency services are searching a river this morning following reports of a body being seen in the water
Emergency services are continuing searches along the River Taff near Treharris (near Merthyr Tydfil) after a report of a body being seen in the river. The call was received yesterday (Tuesday November 4) around 9:30pm. Chief Inspector Dan Howe said: “Searches are being conducted by South Wales Police with the assistance of the National Police […]
BREAKING NEWS | Patients evacuated and staff treated by paramedics after a fire at a hospital
Patients were evacuated from a hospital and staff members treated by paramedics for smoke inhalation following a fire at a hospital this morning. From the Gloucestershire Royal Hospital: Gloucestershire Royal Hospital – Update This morning just before 8am, a small fire occurred on the 8th Floor of the Tower Block (Ward 8A). The fire was […]
NEWS | Two Premium Bond holders are celebrating after winning £1 million each in November’s prize draw
Two Premium Bond holders are celebrating after winning £1 million each in November’s prize draw, as Premium Bonds mark 69 years this month since first going on sale in 1956. This month there were more than six million Premium Bonds prizes worth over £401 million won by Bond holders. The first Premium Bonds £1 million […]
National News Headlines
Man's fury as A49 closure brings 'chaos' to local roads
A resident of a Herefordshire village has been left furious after he claims his local road was damaged when hordes of vehicles diverted after the A49 closed.
City club hears outcome of bid for new home
A group which provides “emotional support, structure, and community” to hundreds of young people in Hereford has been told it can move into a new home.
Tickets go on sale for Classic Ibiza at Ragley Hall
Classic Ibiza returns to Ragley Hall, Warwickshire on July 4, 2026, featuring dance anthems with a live orchestra. Tickets on sale now—family friendly.
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
