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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
Retail giant is in administration with 1,300 jobs lost
A retail giant with stores across England has collapsed into administration with 1,300 jobs lost owing almost £20m
Over 3,500 jobs lost as UK restaurant chains list multiple properties for sale
Several UK restaurant chains have listed their properties for sale, including in Oxfordshire, amid reports over 3,500 jobs will be lost.
Clarkson's Farm star leaves the show and files papers for solo venture
A Clarkson's Farm star has left the show and filed papers ahead of a new solo venture.
National News Headlines
Man And Woman Charged Over Death Of Mother Of One Shot Outside Bar
A man and woman have been charged in connection with the death of a 30-year-old mother-of-one who was shot outside a bar in Sheffield in the early hours of Bank Holiday Monday..
300000 New Work Placements Pledged To Help Young People Build Lasting Careers
Tens of thousands of new work experience and training placements from construction to hospitality will be available for young people as part of Government efforts to tackle the joblessness crisis..
Ministry Of Defence Failing To Tackle Apparent Normalisation Of Fraud MPs Say
The Ministry of Defence is not doing enough to combat the “apparent normalisation of fraud”, an influential committee of MPs has warned..
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
