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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.
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NEWS | Tributes have been paid to a woman who died in a fatal house fire
The family of a woman who died following a house fire in Gloucester have issued a tribute. Emergency services were called to a report of a fire on Attlebridge Way in Kingsway, at around 5.25pm on Wednesday (8 July). Officers attended the scene along with crews from the fire and ambulance services and a woman […]
NEWS | Grieving family of Herefordshire man seek answers from former employees in witness appeal
The family of the late Terry Cumbes, who worked as a joiner, carpenter and foreman for Sellick Nicholls, Luggvale Construction, Painter Brothers and H.P. Bulmer Ltd, is appealing for information from anyone who worked with him and may be able to provide evidence about asbestos exposure during his employment. Specialist asbestos solicitors at Hugh James have been instructed by Mr Cumbes’ family to pursue a civil compensation claim […]
UK NEWS | Aldi is giving shoppers the chance to take part in a five-minute trolley dash
Aldi is bringing its successful Supermarket Sweep fundraiser to England and Wales for the first time, giving shoppers the chance to win a five-minute trolley dash while raising money for Teenage Cancer Trust. Ten winners will be selected to take part in the challenge at their local Aldi store, racing against the clock to fill […]
Hereford Times News Headlines
New venue applies for premises licence to sell alcohol
The Dice Box has applied for a licence to serve alcohol.
Beautiful amber-listed woodland bird pictured singing
Amber-listed redstart bird spotted in Herefordshire by Tom Pennington. This declining UK summer migrant breeds in oak woodlands from April to September.
Memories of raft racing down the River Wye
The River Wye has welcomed hordes of raft racers in decades gone by, an event which has raised millions for good causes.
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Twenty Seven People Killed In Fire At Bangkok Pub Say Officials
At least 27 people have been killed in a fire that engulfed a pub in Bangkok early on Monday morning, officials said..
Jannik Sinner Defends Wimbledon Title With Battling Win Against Alexander Zverev
Jannik Sinner fought off a full-blooded challenge from Alexander Zverev to successfully defend his Wimbledon title..
Two Men Die After Entering Sea To Help Children In Difficulty Police Say
Two men have died after going into the sea to try and help two children who had got into difficulty, Cleveland Police said..
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
