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FEATURED | Local composer Gavin Higgins wins the prestigious Ivor Novello Classical Music award for Best Orchestral Composition for his Horn Concerto
At a gala evening hosted at the British Film Institute on London’s South Bank a local composer Gavin Higgins won the prestigious Ivor Novello Classical Music award for Best Orchestral Composition for his Horn Concerto. Described as “bejewelled” by broadcaster Tom Service, Higgins’ Horn Concerto was Premiered by the BBC National Orchestra of Wales with […]
NEWS | Man pleads guilty to the murder of a 28-year-old woman in a vicious attack earlier this year
A man has admitted to the murder of a 28-year-old woman in Gloucester earlier this year. Tanaka Zivanai, aged 32 and of Dora Walk, Tredworth, pleaded guilty to the murder of Zanele Sibanda and possession of a bladed article in a public place. He appeared at Bristol Crown Court on Wednesday 27 November by video […]
NEWS | Hundreds of new homes could be built in the South Wye area of Hereford – alongside a country park and employment land
Bloor Homes want to build 540 homes in the Lower Bullingham area of Hereford. Bloor Homes have this week submitted a planning application that could eventually see 540 new homes built in the Lower Bullingham area of Hereford. Proposal: The first phase of an urban extension (known as the Southern Urban Expansion in the Herefordshire […]
TRACTOR RUNS | Several Christmas Tractor Runs are to take place across Herefordshire over the coming weeks providing fun for all the family!
Several Christmas Tractor Runs are to take place across Herefordshire over the coming weeks, so we’ve put together a list of all the events that we know about. Thousands of people are expected to attend and view the various tractor runs across the county, with hundreds attending the Hereford Tractor Run that passed through High […]
BREAKING NEWS | Hereford’s popular Beer on the Wye festival will NOT be running in 2025 due to several ongoing challenges
Photo Credit: Elevated Eye Photography Herefordshire CAMRA, organisers of the popular Beer on the Wye festival, have announced the event will not be running in 2025. The annual riverside festival, that has taken place in a marquee at Hereford Rowing Club since 2005, was due to take place next July. Mark Haslam, Chair of the festival’s organising committee and original creator of the festival, had this to say: […]
FEATURED | Have you visited the Hereford restaurant that was crowned as Best Independent Pizza Restaurant in the UK at the prestigious PAPA Industry Awards
Leaven Pizza, the Hereford-based pizzeria, has just been crowned Best Independent Pizza Restaurant in the UK at the prestigious PAPA Industry Awards. Now in its 35th year, the PAPA Awards are the highest accolade in the pizza and Italian food industry, and Leaven’s win secures its place as the top independent pizzeria in the country. […]
FEATURED | A Hereford Butchers has put together a fantastic Christmas Dinner that you can collect ahead of Christmas Day for just £12.99 – saving you so much hassle!
A Hereford Butchers has put together a fantastic Christmas Dinner that you can collect ahead of Christmas Day for just £12.99! Herefordshire Meats Christmas Dinner just £12.99 Turkey, Yorkshire Pudding, Pigs in Blankets, Stuffing Ball, Roast Potatoes, Parsnips, Mashed Potato, Swede, Carrots, Broccoli, Peas, Brussel Sprouts, Gravy, Cranberry Sauce and Christmas Pudding. Orders need to […]
NEWS | FREE Parking in Hereford and market towns on selected dates in the lead up to Christmas to support local businesses in the county over the festive period
Herefordshire residents and visitors can enjoy community events and late night shopping in the run-up to Christmas this year, thanks to free parking that has been arranged and funded by Herefordshire Council. Free parking is available on the dates, times and locations below: Hereford Free parking will take place from 4pm on Wednesday 4, Wednesday […]
MISSING TEENAGER | Have you seen 16-year-old Klaudia who is missing from Hereford?
Have you seen 16-year-old Klaudia who is missing from Hereford? Klaudia PLISZKO, 16 years old, has been missing from Hereford since yesterday. Connections to Malvern, Withington and Monmouth. Anyone with information please contact 101 and to quote log 00509_i_27112024 or email Rhys.davies@westmercia.police.uk
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Floods force closure of Herefordshire road off A49
A ROAD closure is in force for a Herefordshire road just off the A49 after it was hit by flooding.
Flood alert in force as heavy rain to hit Herefordshire
A FLOOD alert is in force for Herefordshire, as well as a weather warning forecasting heavy rain and wind.
Death announced of Herefordshire town’s award-winning town crier
A Herefordshire town has lost its town crier of 17 years, it has been announced.
Herefordshire's Monty Don gives new health update after being rushed to A&E
BBC Gardeners' World star Monty Don, who lives in Herefordshire, has completed the last few nights of his tour after he was forced to cancel dates when he was rushed to hospital.
Two years on, Herefordshire making 'too little progress' on children's services
Herefordshire Council’s children’s services is still making “too little progress” in addressing long-standing shortcomings, according to a government appointee who has been trying for the last two years to help get it back on track.
Flood risk as weather warning issued for Herefordshire
A WEATHER warning has been issued for Herefordshire, with heavy rain and high winds on the way.
Herefordshire town chiefs speak out over Christmas lights display
AN EXPLANATION has been issued over a Herefordshire town's partially lit Christmas light display.
Local news from Hereford Times
Floods force closure of Herefordshire road off A49
A ROAD closure is in force for a Herefordshire road just off the A49 after it was hit by flooding.
Flood alert in force as heavy rain to hit Herefordshire
A FLOOD alert is in force for Herefordshire, as well as a weather warning forecasting heavy rain and wind.
Death announced of Herefordshire town’s award-winning town crier
A Herefordshire town has lost its town crier of 17 years, it has been announced.
Herefordshire's Monty Don gives new health update after being rushed to A&E
BBC Gardeners' World star Monty Don, who lives in Herefordshire, has completed the last few nights of his tour after he was forced to cancel dates when he was rushed to hospital.
Two years on, Herefordshire making 'too little progress' on children's services
Herefordshire Council’s children’s services is still making “too little progress” in addressing long-standing shortcomings, according to a government appointee who has been trying for the last two years to help get it back on track.
Flood risk as weather warning issued for Herefordshire
A WEATHER warning has been issued for Herefordshire, with heavy rain and high winds on the way.
Herefordshire town chiefs speak out over Christmas lights display
AN EXPLANATION has been issued over a Herefordshire town's partially lit Christmas light display.
Why Hereford landmarks will be lit up in orange TODAY
LANDMARK Hereford buildings are being lit up in orange this week to mark a national campaign.
Big change for Hereford's bin collection services
ELECTRIC bin lorries are joining Herefordshire's fleet for the first time in a bid to boost the county's green credentials.
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