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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
NEWS | Proposals to expand John Masefield and Weobley High Schools to provide high quality facilities
Proposals to expand John Masefield and Weobley High Schools to provide high quality facilities Herefordshire Council has announced proposals to expand John Masefield High School in Ledbury and improve facilities at Weobley High School, subject to securing the necessary planning approvals. The proposed investment would increase John Masefield High School’s capacity from five forms of […]
UK NEWS | Tesco tops the class with locked prices on school uniform and 25% off schoolwear
Tesco is helping families save on back-to-school shopping by holding 2024 prices of any school uniform items sold last year. 1Uniform prices start from just £3 for a two-pack of polo shirts, and shoppers can refresh stationery essentials from just 25p. The popular 25% off uniform offer is also returning, making Tesco school wear even more […]
POLICE APPEAL | Police are appealing for witnesses following a report that two men assaulted another man with a hammer
Police are appealing for witnesses after a report that two men assaulted another man with a hammer in Tewkesbury. Officers are investigating after it was reported that two men had approached the victim while he was resting under a tree in The Vineyards, close to Tewkesbury Abbey, on Tuesday (14 July). The two men then […]
Hereford Times News Headlines
UK clothing company at risk of closing as it falls into administration
UK clothing and fashion retailer, Activewear Group Ltd, is at risk of closing after 12 years in business, having fallen into administration.
Unusual decoration you can use to deter wasps from entering your garden
Disco balls can be used around your garden to stop wasps and other insects from coming in and bothering you.
Striking helicopter spotted flying over city
A distinctive yellow helicopter often seen performing impressive manoeuvres as been spotted flying over the city.
National News Headlines
Huge Problem Of 70000 Barriers In UK Rivers Mapped Out
More than 70,000 weirs, dams and other river barriers have been mapped across the UK, as conservationists warn they are a “huge problem” for wildlife and pollution..
Dozens Killed In Chinese Coal Mine Explosion
A gas explosion at a coal mine in China’s northern province of Shanxi has killed at least 90 people, state media reported, after dozens were said to be trapped underground..
Shakira Says She Has No Time For Romance At Peak Of Her Career
Shakira has said she has “no space or time for romance”, adding she feels that she is at the “peak of my career”..
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
