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NEWS | The funeral of a popular figure in local football will take place in Hereford later today
The funeral of a popular figure in local football will take place in Hereford later today. Eric Richards was a popular figure at Westfields Football Club for many years. “The family Andrew & Sally of the late Eric Richards have asked us to share that his funeral will take place at the Hereford Crematorium 4.15pm […]
NEWS | A Herefordshire school has been rated as ‘outstanding’ following a recent visit by Ofsted inspectors
A Herefordshire school has been rated as ‘outstanding’ following a recent visit by Ofsted inspectors. Ofsted Inspectors were extremely impressed with The Beacon College in Hereford. ‘The Beacon College is a special place where there is a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, which you will experience as soon as you enter the college, because one of our […]
NEWS | Police seize vehicle and arrest motorist following reports of an Audi causing a nuisance in the Leominster area
West Mercia Police officers have seized a vehicle and arrested a motorist following reports of an Audi causing a nuisance in the Leominster area. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “On Wednesday 15th May 2024, Police were notified of a driver of a dark coloured AUDI A3 causing a nuisance in the LEOMINSTER area. […]
UK NEWS | Police launch murder investigation following the death of a 36-year-old man
Police are appealing for information, or witnesses, after a man died on Chepstow Road, Newport. From Gwent Police: We were called to Chepstow Road, Newport, at around 6pm on Tuesday 14 May after a man was found unresponsive with serious injuries. Officers attended alongside paramedics from the Welsh Ambulance Service who confirmed that a 36-year-old […]
NEWS | Police share urgent message following an extremely disturbing incident in a Herefordshire village last night
West Mercia Police have shared an urgent message with villagers in the Sutton St Nicholas area of Herefordshire following a disturbing incident that occurred overnight. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “Attention residents of Orchard Close, Cross Keys area of Sutton St Nicholas in Herefordshire (HR1 3AU) and surrounding areas. “Last night, at approximately […]
NEWS | Construction work continuing at Cotswold Designer Outlet near the M5 with Hereford shoppers targeted
Cheltenham-based developer Robert Hitchins Ltd unveiled plans for Cotswolds Designer Outlet to be built at junction 9 of the M5 motorway in Gloucestershire just a few years ago. The 195,000 sq ft outlet village will be opened in two phases and features some 90 retail units, restaurants and cafes. Construction work has now started on […]
NEWS | Police make five arrests linked to immigration offences and seize a large quantity from a takeaway in Hereford city centre
On Thursday 11th April 2024, a multi-agency tasking and enforcement (MATES) operation was carried out at the Ruby Chinese Takeaway, 23 Union Street, Hereford. During the operation police arrested five individuals for immigration offences and money laundering. The review of the licence has been launched on the grounds of crime and disorder. A post on […]
PROPERTY | Impressive modern detached house that’s for sale in a popular village near Hereford
Impressive modern detached house with luxury kitchen/diner, 4 good-sized bedrooms, en-suite shower room, garage, long driveway, must be viewed! Guide Price – £410,000. Canopy Entrance Porch with entrance door through to the Spacious Reception Hall. With mat-well, feature flooring, radiator, smoke alarm, central heating control, carpeted staircase to the first floor and door to the […]
JOBS | Aldi have a large number of job positions available at their stores in Herefordshire
Aldi have a large number of job positions available at their stores in Herefordshire. There are currently positions available at stores in Hereford, Ross-on-Wye, Leominster, Ledbury, Malvern and Abergavenny. The job positions available vary from management positions, to stock assistants and cleaning positions. To apply for a position, please visit – https://www.aldirecruitment.co.uk Aldi to increase pay […]
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Local news from Hereford Times
Cadbury axes Dairy Milk mint crisps forever as fans upset
Fans of an iconic Cadbury Dairy Milk bar have been left sadened after it was discontinued with no plans to bring it back.
Asda tells customers to stop using vacuum over fire risk
Asda has issued an urgent recall over a potential fire risk posed by one of its household products.
Can I stop my neighbour letting their property on Airbnb?
Here are the rules around your neighbour letting their property out on Airbnb in the UK.
Home conversion plan for historic Ross-on-Wye property
A historic Herefordshire town-centre building could be turned into a four-bedroom home under newly submitted plans.
Survey names Hereford named best for relaxing walks
A survey by Injury Claims names Hereford best for relaxing walks, based on Tripadvisor reviews.
Slimming World mum from Hereford gains gold status
A HEREFORD woman has received a prestigious award for inspiring others to reach their dream weight and providing a special service.
Hereford Times death notices published Thursday, May 16
A FORMER postman is among those being mourned in Herefordshire this week.
Was West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner election fair?
PRIOR to the election of the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for West Mercia Police, I received my poll card in the post from Herefordshire Council.
State of potholed Herefordshire roads is getting worse
I READ the concerns about Herefordshire roads and one can see clearly that the state of roads surfaces is worsening.
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