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Herefordshire Market Towns Lose Out On "Town Of Culture" Shortlist
In early 2026, the Herefordshire market towns of Leominster, Ledbury and Ross-On-Wye made applications to become the UK's very first "Town of Culture" in 2028.
Herefordshire Council Issues Safety Warning Over Lithium Battery Disposal
A safety warning has been issued after a fire broke out inside a bin lorry during collections in Herefordshire last week.
New £7-Million Health Centre In Leominster To Open On The 4th Of July 2026
The new Marsh Court Health Centre in Leominster is to be officially opened on Saturday the 4th of July by Prof Sir Sam Everington.
Consultation Launched Over 156-Home Housing Development
A new housing development at Marsh Farm in Ross-On-Wye has been proposed by Landra Developments.
Shire Hall and Hereford Museum & Art Gallery Redevelopments Cut Back By Council
Updated costings have shown that both projects have become significantly more expensive than first planned.
Archaeological Dig At Cusop Castle Site Makes Fascinating Discoveries
An archaeological dig at the site of Cusop Castle on the Herefordshire-Powys border has uncovered a series of fascinating finds.
Your Herefordshire News Headlines
INCIDENT | Police issue an appeal following a fatal collision involving an electric bike and a bus
Officers were called to the A48 Pwllmeyric, Chepstow at around 5.55am on Tuesday 7 July following a report of a road traffic collision involving an electric bicycle and a bus. The cyclist was taken to hospital in a life-threatening condition and sadly died on Saturday 11 July in hospital. His family has been informed, and […]
UK NEWS | Asda makes announcement impacting stores and petrol forecourts across the UK
Launching just in time for the school holidays, the bonus is available at 321 participating stores for Asda Rewards customers who spend £40 or more in a single in-store transaction Customers filling a typical 60-litre family car could save up to £3 on a single fill-up Asda has announced, that from today, customers shopping in […]
BREAKING NEWS | Police confirm Counter Terror Police now leading investigation into death of Ann Widdecombe as white British man arrested on suspicion of terror offences
Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) can confirm it is now leading the investigation into the death of Ann Widdecombe. Specialist officers from across the CTP network have been working alongside colleagues in Devon and Cornwall Police since a murder investigation was launched last week. Officers were called to Miss Widdecombe’s home at Haytor, Devon, by the ambulance service at […]
Hereford Times News Headlines
Sudden closure of road 'critical' to maintain water supplies across county
A road closure remains in place as work continues to protect vital water supplies during ongoing high temperatures.
Five hostage rescue missions that the SAS has conducted
The SAS has been involved in numerous missions to protect national security. Here are five hostage rescue missions.
Footpath in Herefordshire village to be diverted
A new public footpath in Bartestree is set to be created.
National News Headlines
Draft Law A Chance To Improve Air Travel For Wheelchair Users
That's according to paralympic gold medalist, Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson.
Sikh Man Jailed For Life With A Minimum Of 21 Years For Knife Murder Of Student
The family of an 18-year-old student who died after being handcuffed, after being fatally stabbed by a Sikh man, have hit out at the “shocking” treatment of their son by police and called for urgent action to address a “national emergency” of knife crime..
UK Wins Court Clash With Rwanda Over Failed Migrant Deportation Deal
The UK will not have to pay Rwanda millions of pounds over the failed migrant deportation deal after winning an international court case..
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
