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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 | Morrisons cuts price of classic Christmas veg to just 10p to help all customers
Morrisons is cutting the price of vegetables that are essential to any Christmas dinner to ensure all customers can enjoy a full, hearty roast on the big day. Morrisons More Card holders can pick-up British Carrots (1kg), British Parsnips (500g), British Brussel Sprouts (500g) and a British Whole Swede for just 10p each from 18th […]
National & International News from Radio News Hub
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.
Thousands denied £3,900 cost of living boost as deadline approaches
Pension Credit is designed to help people over State Pension age and on a low income with daily living costs
Daily tablet for advanced breast cancer patients set for NHS rollout
A new once-a-day tablet that treats advanced breast cancer is to be rolled out on the NHS, with about 1,100 patients in England set to benefit..
Household water bills to rise by an average 31 a year from April
Household water bills in England and Wales will increase by an average £31 a year over the next five years, regulator Ofwat has announced..
Harder for disadvantaged pupils to catch up as they move into secondary school
Disadvantaged pupils in England find it increasingly difficult to catch up as they progress into secondary school, a report has suggested..
Terry's discontinues chocolate fans described as better than the original
Terry's Chocolate Orange White Balls, which were first launched in the UK in 2020, have been discontinued the company has confirmed.
Call for action after devastating rise in drink deaths
There has been a catastrophic rise in deaths caused by drinking, leading public health experts have said..
Flood alerts for Herefordshire AGAIN after rain hits county
FLOOD alerts are in force in Herefordshire this morning after rain hit the county again.
Local news from Hereford Times
Heineken discontinues 'underrated' beer fans said was 'superior' to the original
Heineken Silver has been discontinued the beer and cider company has confirmed.
Emergency road closure after water main bursts in Herefordshire village
An emergency road closure has come into force after a water main burst in a Herefordshire village.
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.
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).
For sale: STUNNING Hereford riverside home with indoor pool
A STUNNING riverside home, complete with an indoor swimming pool has gone on the market in Hereford. The five-bedroom house in the Hampton Park Conservation area has been listed for £1,750,000 by agents Flint and Cook.
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