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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 appeal for witnesses after a young man died in a collision involving two cars
Officers are appealing for witnesses after a man died in a collision in Bewdley on Friday 17 July. Officers were called to Ribblesford Road (B4194) at around 10.25am to a collision involving two cars. Despite best efforts of emergency services, a man in his 20s died at the scene. His next of kin has been […]
INCIDENT | Police appeal for witnesses after a young man died in a collision involving two cars
Officers are appealing for witnesses after a man died in a collision in Bewdley on Friday 17 July. Officers were called to Ribblesford Road (B4194) at around 10.25am to a collision involving two cars. Despite best efforts of emergency services, a man in his 20s died at the scene. His next of kin has been […]
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 […]
Hereford Times News Headlines
Stamp duty changes and council tax warning as property experts predict budget policy
Anyone planning to buy or sell a house has been issued a warning to keep a close eye on the 2025 budget next week for potential changes.
Plans to freeze personal allowance amount to 'stealthy' tax rises for workers
Rachel Reeves' reported plans to freeze income tax thresholds for an extra two years has been described as a after abandoning her plans to hike income tax in the budget.
Country house with gardens designed by V&A director now on sale
Laskett House and its gardens on Laskett Lane, Much Birch, Herefordshire, is currently on the market with a guide price of £1,200,000.
National News Headlines
Burnham On Mission To Change Labour After Starmers Party Lost Voters Trust
Andy Burnham said he was seeking a return to Westminster to “change Labour” as pressure continued to mount on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer..
Starmer To Fight On With No Timetable For Departure Lammy Says
Sir Keir Starmer will fight on without setting a timetable for his departure, one of his most loyal Cabinet allies insisted as he urged Labour to “stop the own goals” after a week of infighting..
TUC Calls For Reform Of Personal Independent Payment Scheme
Unions are calling for reform of the personal independence payment scheme (Pip) amid new research showing the high unemployment level of disabled people..
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
