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River Wye Water Quality Report Warns Summer Heat Created Dangerous Stress For Fish
Severe summer heat and algal growth created dangerous conditions for local fish populations.
Doubt Over Library Plan For Hereford Shirehall As Funding Board Withdraws Support
The board overseeing multi-million-pound funding for Hereford's Shirehall has withdrawn its support for the troubled library and learning centre project.
'ShopWatch' Project Leader Tells HHR Scheme Is "A Great Retroactive" Measure To Deter Retail Crime
A new banning scheme called "ShopWatch" has been launched in Hereford City Centre by the Hereford BID.
Protected Dormice And Newts Found Along Route Of Planned Hereford Bypass
An official report has confirmed that the route for the planned first phase of the Hereford Bypass is home to endangered hazel dormice, with great crested newts also recorded nearby.
Campaigners Warn Hereford Bypass Will Not Stop Traffic Congestion
Debate over the proposed Hereford Bypass has resurfaced at Herefordshire Council, with transport campaigners warning the new road will fail to reduce congestion.
Ewyas Harold Villagers Claim They Are Being "Abandoned" Following Flooding
Angry villagers turned out in force to express frustration at being "abandoned" nearly a year after devastating floods forced residents from their homes in Ewyas Harold.
Herefordshire Bus Operator Yeomans Travel Commits To Join Government Fare Cap Scheme Following Criticism
The decision follows earlier frustration expressed by local campaign groups and councillors over delays by Yeomans and Sargeants Brothers.
Plans Submitted For 20 Homes On Flood-Prone Lower Bullingham Site
A full planning application has been submitted to build 20 new homes on a flood-prone site in southeast Hereford.
4-Year Delay To Kington Primary School Crossing Sparks Backlash
A senior Herefordshire politician has voiced frustration over the local authority’s repeated delays in delivering agreed community infrastructure projects.
'ShopWatch' Scheme Launched In Hereford In Bid To Tackle Shoplifting
A new citywide banning scheme designed to tackle shoplifting and anti-social behaviour has been launched across Hereford city centre this week.
Over £350,000 Allocated For Hereford Junction Upgrade
Herefordshire Council has allocated nearly £400,000 to upgrade the traffic signal system at one of Hereford’s busiest city centre junctions.
BRTA CEO Tells HHR Reopening Hereford to Gloucester Rail Line Is "The Missing Link For This Area"
The British Regional Transport Association (BRTA), a national rail pressure group, is urging local authorities to work together on making the case for the reopening of the railway line.
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INCIDENT | Police issue statement after the body of a missing child was found
An investigation continues after the body of a missing girl was found in Elmley Castle near Pershore. The 11-year-old girl was reported missing around 11.20pm on Sunday 4 October and was later sadly found deceased in the park near the cricket ground. Her family continue to be supported by specially trained officers. Chief Inspector Daniel […]
REVEALED | Ospreys Make History with First Successful Breeding in Herefordshire
A pair of Ospreys have made history in Herefordshire after successfully breeding in the county for the first time on record, raising three young to fledging. Image – G. Bilbao – Lugg Meadows April 2024 The fish eating birds, which have a wingspan of up to 1.8 metres (5.5ft), are distinctive for their brown upper […]
BREAKING NEWS | Police provide an update following the discovery of the body of an 11-year-old girl
An investigation continues after the body of a missing girl was found in Elmley Castle near Pershore. The 11-year-old girl was reported missing around 11.20pm yesterday evening (Sunday 4 October) and was later sadly found deceased in the park near the cricket ground. Her family continue to be supported by specially trained officers. Chief Inspector […]
Hereford Times News Headlines
Five of the best independent coffee shops you have to visit
Herefordshire is home to some fantastic independent coffee shops. Here are five of the best of them.
'I can still see the goal'- giantkillers remembered 54 years on from legendary match
Fifty-four years later, the magic of a football giant-killing still hasn’t faded.
Hotel employee praised as hotel vies to be named best in county
A hotel which could be named the best in the county is celebrating one of its employees being singled out for praise.
National News Headlines
Daniel Dubois Retains WBO World Title With Brutal Second Round Stoppage
Daniel Dubois retained his WBO world heavyweight title with a brutal second-round stoppage of Fabio Wardley as their fight of the year rematch at The O2 Arena ended in a furious assault from the champion..
Yvette Cooper Warns NHS Faces More Challenging Winter Than Normal
The NHS faces a more challenging winter than normal, the Health Secretary has warned as she announced a £140 million boost for urgent care in England..
River Wye Water Quality Report Warns Summer Heat Created Dangerous Stress For Fish
Severe summer heat and algal growth created dangerous conditions for local fish populations.
