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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 […]
NEWS | A Hereford man will be running three ultra marathons to raise awareness for mental health
Alex Knowles from Hereford will be taking part in three ultra marathons in 2025. He told Your Herefordshire. “In 2025, I am taking on the ultimate test of endurance and resilience—a journey that will push the limits of physical strength and mental fortitude. I will be running three ultra-marathons over three consecutive months, covering a […]
PANTO | Book your Panto tickets for Mother Goose at The Courtyard in 2025 now and save 15%!
The Courtyard is ready to ruffle some feathers with the most EGGciting panto of the season – Mother Goose! Get ready to waddle into a world of magical mischief and golden-egg hilarity! This classic tale takes flight with a spectacular adventure that’s sure to have the whole family honking with laughter. Poor Mother Goose’s life […]
FLOODS | A Hereford business has been forced to close this morning due to flooding
A Hereford business has been forced to close this morning due to flooding. County Building Supplies, located on Mortimer Road in Hereford shared the following update on social media: “County Building Supplies, Hereford is currently closed due to Flooding. Hoping to re-open later this morning. “Will keep you updated.” A further spell of heavy rain […]
FISHING | River Wye in top form in Hereford after Storm Darragh as Wye Winter League continued in perfect conditions
River Wye in top form after Storm Darragh! The River Wye dropped quickly after the big storm, leaving competitors in the 4th of The Wye Winter League, facing near perfect conditions. The huge winter shoals of fish residing in The Wyeside stretch of the river, were clearly hungry. Individual winner on the day was Gloucestershire […]
FLOODS | Latest flood alerts and situation on the roads as Herefordshire hit by further heavy rain and flooding
A further spell of heavy rain has caused localised flooding across parts of Herefordshire overnight. Parts of the A44 near Broadwas became impassable overnight due to flooding, with standing water causing issues on many other routes. Holme Lacy Road in Hereford currently has flood water under the railway bridge, with motorists advised to use the […]
NEWS | A major route remains closed this evening after a teenage girl sustained serious injuries in an incident earlier today
Police remain at the scene of a serious incident on the M5 southbound carriageway. Police were called to the motorway between junctions 11a and 12 shortly after 4.20pm today (Wednesday). Emergency services attended and a teenage girl has been taken to Bristol Children’s Hospital after she sustained serious injuries. Her next of kin is aware. […]
NEWS | Asda has announced even further reductions to its key Christmas veg lines which will now drop to 8p from Thursday
Asda has announced even further reductions to its key Christmas veg lines which will now drop to 8p from Thursday 19th December 2024, to support families with the big Christmas shop. The news means that Asda is the only supermarket to have an 8p offer on five Christmas veg lines (which includes 2kg potatoes) accessible […]
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Four million people embarking on foreign festive trips
An estimated four million people in the UK are preparing to spend the Christmas and new year period overseas, according to a travel trade organisation..
Disruptive pupils parents should be forced to co operate with schools report
Teachers should be given powers to compel parents of disruptive children to engage with them tackling the burgeoning crisis of behaviour in schools, a report has said..
Town chiefs' fears over KFC plans for prominent Leominster spot
A HEREFORDSHIRE town council has objected to plans for a new KFC restaurant.
Flying to London from Edinburgh cheaper than train to Glasgow research finds
The Scottish Government has been urged to reduce the cost of rail travel after a price comparison found it was cheaper to fly from Edinburgh to London than commute from the Scottish capital to Glasgow by train..
UK could be set for once in a decade Northern Lights display
The Aurora Borealis have stunned the nation this year, with dazzling light displays being visible as far south as Dorset, Essex, Cambridgeshire and Berkshire
Tax could be scrapped 'in due course' on this type of car for UK drivers
Drivers have demanded scrapping Insurance Premium Tax to lower EV costs.
Hereford men sentenced after knife and drugs found
TWO men have been sentenced after a knife and drugs were found on them in Hereford.
Plan to replace Herefordshire cottage with HUGE seven-bedroom house
A plan to replace a cottage in the Herefordshire countryside with a much larger house of seven bedrooms has been approved.
Housing development forces Herefordshire footpath closure
DEVELOPMENT works on a Herefordshire housing estate have forced the closure of a city footpath for up to six months.
Local news from Hereford Times
Fire crews tackle "challenging" job in Herefordshire town
FIRE crews were called to a Leominster home, after strong winds led to a TV aerial hanging off the property.
Warning after "suspicious" group of men seen looking into Hereford home
POLICE have released a warning to Hereford residents after a group of "suspicious males" were seen looking into a property with a torch.
27 places kids can eat for free or £1 during the Christmas holidays
From Morrisons to Gordon Ramsay restaurants, here are the 27 places kids can eat for free or for £1 during the Christmas break.
What kind of people run this Herefordshire farm?
IN my view, the once tranquil, once idyllic parish of Huntington, has already been damaged by Haygrove’s huge swathe of polytunnels, temporary accommodation, caravans, single track road degradation, and attendant rubbish. All this beneath the world-famous beauty spot of Hergest Ridge!
Hereford's The Yard to host ultimate New Year's Eve party
Bring in the new year in style with live music including dance anthems. Tickets cost £10 each and food will be available from the Burger Shop or Leaven Pizza.
Gaz-guzzling festival is the last thing Herefordshire needs!
CALL me a killjoy, but in this age of energy efficient, quiet eco cars, I’d have thought the last thing that Herefordshire needs is a lot of gas-guzzling polluting vehicles charging about our potholed roads (online: Bromyard Speed Festival plans for big 2025 event, December 14).
These are some of the amazing treasures you can see in Hereford
This is a talking point published in the Hereford Times on December 19.
Memories of demolished Hereford social club
MEMORIES of a demolished Hereford social club
Christmas train times revealed for Herefordshire ahead of festive break
TRANSPORT for Wales, West Midlands Railway and Great Western Railway have revealed the details of this year's services for the Christmas season.
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