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Ross-On-Wye Town Council Rejects 156-Home Proposal
Ross-on-Wye Town Council has strongly rejected a proposal to build up to 156 homes on land at Marsh Farm, following a packed public meeting last week.
Hereford Museum Redevelopment Costs Reach £4.5m Ahead of Building Work
Herefordshire Council originally budgeted £20.5 million to transform the Grade II listed museum and library on Broad Street, which closed in 2023, into a "world-class" cultural attraction.
Consultation Launched Over Future Of Landmark Ross-On-Wye Building
Residents and local groups are being consulted on whether a disused landmark building in Ross-on-Wye should be converted into a special school to help address a shortage of places across the county.
Visit Herefordshire Unveils Business Plan Ahead Of Ballot
The plan aims to grow "a record breaking visitor economy" with a "long-term ambition to build a £1 billion visitor economy by 2035".
Fire Chief Tells HHR How Crews Are Responding To Fire Risk
Prolonged dry, hot weather over the last few months has increased a risk of fire events in Herefordshire, across the UK and in Europe.
Herefordshire Council Submits Funding Bid For Footbridge Replacement
Herefordshire Council has submitted a funding bid to secure a permanent replacement for the Burcott Road footbridge, as ongoing structural issues continue to cause local traffic disruption.
Inquests Open Into Hereford Treasure Discoveries
Forty-four medieval silver coins and an ingot are among the historic items set to be examined as treasure inquests open in Hereford.
Herefordshire Council Launches New Nature Recovery Strategy
Herefordshire Council has published a new Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS) designed to protect and restore the county’s natural environment.
Coventry Building Society To Close Ross-On-Wye Agency
The closure forms part of a wider move by the building society to shut down all of its agency branches nationwide.
Hereford BID Calls For Changes To Parking Strategy
The business group urged decision-makers to recognize that parking policy must actively support local traders in an increasingly difficult retail environment.
Tesco Launches Legal Challenge Against Ledbury Development
Tesco has launched a fresh legal challenge to block plans for a new Lidl supermarket, nursery, and medical centre on the outskirts of Ledbury.
Ross-On-Wye Town Council Releases 10-Year Strategy
The document, released on the 11th of August 2026, outlines the council's role, organisational structure, financial information, strategy, statements and ambitions.
Your Herefordshire News Headlines
INCIDENT | Two children are in custody this morning after Police called to a firearms incident
Two teenagers have been arrested (Sunday 18 October) following a report of two boys being in possession of a suspected firearm in Malvern. From West Mercia Police: We were called to Welland shortly after 4.30pm following a report of two boys on an e-scooter and in possession of what was believed to be a gun. […]
BREAKING | A Hereford school has been forced to close for the day due to an electrical issue
A Hereford school has been forced to close for the day due to an electrical issue. From The Aconbury Centre: “Due to an electrical issue with the security system at the centre, the decision has been made to close today (Monday 19th of October). “The Aconbury Centre will be open as normal from tomorrow. “Parents […]
BREAKING NEWS | Two 15-year-old boys have been arrested by West Mercia Police following a firearms incident this evening
Two teenagers have been arrested today (Sunday 18 October) following a report of two boys being in possession of a suspected firearm in Malvern. From West Mercia Police: We were called to Welland shortly after 4.30pm following a report of two boys on an e-scooter and in possession of what was believed to be a […]
Hereford Times News Headlines
Attingham Park named among the UK's 40 best family day-out spots
Attingham Park near Shrewsbury named among the UK's best family days out by The Telegraph, with National Trust gardens, trails, play areas, deer and parkland.
Locked up: seven of the Herefordshire criminals jailed in October
Every month a handful of criminals from Herefordshire are jailed for serious offences.
Popular spot near Herefordshire named among best autumn destinations in UK
A popular spot near Herefordshire has been named one of the UK’s top autumn destinations by The Sun.
National News Headlines
Ledbury Town Council Calls Fresh By-Election Amid Ongoing Seat Shortage
Ledbury Town Council is preparing for another attempt to elect a local representative after a recent by-election was cancelled due to a complete lack of candidates.
Counterfeit Beauty Products Found To Contain Mercury Lead And Methanol
Counterfeit beauty products have been found to contain mercury, lead and methanol following testing of hauls seized by Trading Standards..
David Attenborough Thanks Public After Moorland Estate Saved For Nature
Sir David Attenborough has thanked the public after conservationists completed the largest land purchase in England for decades and secured a 9,500-acre moorland estate for nature..









