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NEWS | Emergency services called to an incident on Edgar Street in Hereford
Emergency services have been called to an incident on Edgar Street in Hereford this evening. The A49 is closed in both directions between The Courtyard and Tesco / Newmarket Street. A police cordon is in place. West Mercia Police and West Midlands Ambulance Service are understood to have been called to the incident at around […]
NEWS | Work is set to start on Hereford’s £10 million Transport Hub early in 2025 to provide a cycling, walking, bus and rail link in the city
Work to start on Hereford’s £10 million Transport Hub early next year. Progress is being made on Hereford’s exciting new Transport Hub, with the project currently out for tender to find a construction partner. The £10m Hub will encourage a shift away from reliance on cars, providing an easy-to-use, reliable link to cycling, walking, bus […]
MISSING TEENAGER | Search continues for a missing teenager last seen on Tuesday 3rd December
Motorists using M48 bridge urged to check dashcam in missing Caldicot man appeal From Gwent Police: Gwent Police is asking motorists travelling on the M48 early hours on Tuesday 3 December to check their dashcam footage as part of enquiries to locate a missing Caldicot young adult. Joseph was last seen leaving his home address […]
NEWS | A man has been charged with attempted murder and another man charged with conspiracy to murder following an incident earlier this month
Two men have been charged following an incident that took place at Hillcrest Rise, Llandrindod Wells on the evening of Saturday, December 14. Officers received a call from ambulance service, requesting assistance at Hillcrest Rise, where a man was reported to have sustained serious injuries. He was taken to hospital, where he remains in a […]
NEWS | 2 x 100-year-olds celebrate their birthdays on the same day in Hereford care home
Two ladies living in a Hereford care home recently celebrated their 100th birthdays on the same day. And the Brockington House Care Community in Hafod Road ensured Flo Edmunds and Doris Foyle celebrated becoming centenarians in style. The ladies were the centre of attention as their family and friends came into the home to join […]
NEWS | The winner has been chosen for the Cherries & Berries Christmas Hamper draw
Cherries and Berries in High Town Hereford throughout December were running a Christmas raffle where one lucky winner would win a Christmas hamper worth £75.00. Matt Healey picked the winner and ticket number 201 “Price” was drawn out randomly. The raffle raised around £200 for the Hereford food bank. Owner Paul Totney told us “A […]
POLICE APPEAL | Police appeal for information following an assault in Hereford earlier this month
Appeal from Hereford Police (West Mercia Police): “Were you on Whitecross Road in Hereford on 11/12/24 between 6.40pm and 6.50pm? “We need your help to identify a male who assaulted another male. He was driving a black SUV type vehicle parked on the left, just beyond the green traffic lights. “He is described as 40-45 […]
NEWS | Ludlow Sixth Form College Hosts Inaugural Alumni Event in Historic Old School Room
Ludlow Sixth Form College is delighted to report on its first ever alumni event, which took place in the Old School Room. This gathering enabled former students to reconnect with each other alongside staff and trustees of the Foundation of Ludlow College. Historical Significance of Ludlow Sixth Form CollegeEstablished as a grammar school at the […]
NEWS | Tesco says that cheap festive veg is ‘funded by the supermarket’ with offers not affecting the price the company pays to farmers and growers
With the big day just round the corner, Tesco is helping customers get ready for their festive celebrations with great value offers on Christmas veg. From now until Christmas Day, the supermarket is investing millions of pounds to offer customers major savings on the most important vegetables for the Christmas dinner plate – with seven […]
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Road off Herefordshire A49 closes after flooding
A HEREFORDSHIRE road near the A49 has been closed after it was hit by flooding.
Tesco issues warning to customers about new digital wallet fraud scam
A new digital wallet fraud scam could mean fraudsters can spend your money using your bank card details.
Calls for tougher sentencing for drink driving as motorists back move
Currently, only courts can impose driving bans, meaning after a drink-driver is caught they can continue to drive until their court appearance
Home Alone storyline truer than you may think, research reveals
The storyline of Home Alone may not be as far-fetched as previously thought, according to new research.
Teenager robbed and threatened in Hereford train station
POLICE are investigating an alleged robbery that took place in Hereford station. British Transport Police have said that at around 4.30pm on December 15, a teenage boy was on the platform in the station, when they were threatened and had their bag and coat taken.
Lindt releases new chocolate bar in UK based on 'viral' TikTok trend
Lindt has released a new Dubai Style Chocolate Bar (145g), available now in select stores across the UK.
Martin Lewis issues Christmas NS&I Premium Bonds warning for parents
Martin Lewis has warned against people giving children NS&I Premium Bonds for Christmas.
MORE bad weather on the way for Herefordshire as warning issued
MORE bad weather is forecast for Herefordshire, as a yellow warning is issued for the county. A yellow weather warning for wind has been issued for the county, which will begin on Sunday, December 22.
Decision on 350-home Hereford plan could be imminent
The fate of a controversial scheme to build up to 350 homes at a sensitive spot on the edge of Hereford hangs in the balance.
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Police cordon off Hereford city centre road
There is a police cordon on Edgar Street in Hereford.
Driver taken to hospital after 'serious' Herefordshire crash
A WOMAN has been taken to hospital with injuries after a crash on a Herefordshire A-road.
Smell of smoke in Herefordshire as firefighters called out
THERE was a smell of smoke coming from a Herefordshire home this morning (December 24) as the fire service was called out.
Product sold at Sainsbury's and Matalan recalled due to 'serious chemical risk'
A piece of jewellery, sold at Sainsbury’s and Matalan, has been recalled due to a “serious chemical risk”.
Why it WON'T be such a happy Christmas for these Herefordshire people
IT WILL not be such a happy Christmas for four Herefordshire drivers after they were caught breaking the law on a busy county road.
All the New Year's TV to look forward to on BBC, ITV and Channel 4
The Traitors returns to BBC this New Year, while Channel 4 has the latest Gogglebox special, and ITV will have Coronation Street and Emmerdale
All you need to know about the King's Speech - how to watch, what will he say
His Majesty’s pre-recorded speech will air on BBC, ITV and Sky News from 3pm on Christmas Day
Pet expert says these 8 festive foods could be deadly to your dog this Christmas
Dogs are not able to properly digest at lot of human food, which is often high in salt, sugar and fat
In pictures: Hundreds don Santa suits for festive dash through Hereford
The sight of around 400 people dressed as Santa turned heads in Hereford during a sold out charity fundraiser.
Pete Trigg Wins!
Congratulations to Pete Trigg who has been recognised as Volunteer of the year at the Hereford Times Heath & Social Care Awards 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 returns to air in March 2023