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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
Osborne Goldsmith and Jewellers keeps handmade craft alive in Hereford
Step off the historical Church Street in Hereford into C V Osborne Goldsmith and Jewellers and the first thing to notice is the small workshop tucked behind the jewellery filled counter, where rings, pendants and wedding bands are made by hand using mouth-blown torches,...
Countryfile legend John Craven, 85, in 'scary and worrying' moment
Countryfile legend John Craven, 85, was involved in a "scary and worrying" moment, which left co-star Adam Henson with his "heart in his mouth".
Michael Caine's £9m riverside manor taken off the market
The £9m Oxfordshire riverside manor, once owned by legendary actor Sir Michael Caine, has been taken off the property market.
National News Headlines
Xabi Alonso Appointed Chelsea Manager On Four Year Deal
Xabi Alonso’s appointment as Chelsea manager has been confirmed on a four-year deal..
Labour Leadership Rivals Caught Up In Debate Over EU Ties
Two of the men hoping to oust Sir Keir Starmer as Prime Minister have been caught up in a debate over whether Labour should seek to take Britain back into the European Union..
Police Officers Injured During Serious Disorder After Celtics Title Win
Officers were injured during “serious disorder” as police dispersed crowds in the Trongate area of Glasgow where Celtic fans gathered following their Scottish Premiership title win..
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
