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- Shop raided as police seize £17k in cash and hundreds of illegal cigarettes: Police have seized £17k in cash and hundreds of illegal cigarettes and illicit tobacco from a shop in Leominster, West Mercia, following a police raid on Rayan Mini Market in Drapers Lane in the Midlands. The raid was prompted by community concerns about the suspected illegal sale of products at the store. Officers from Leominsters and Herefordshire Trading Standards supported the search, while Griff the tobacco detection dog was deployed to assist in searches. In total, 157 pouches of illegal hand rolling tobacco and 406 packets of cigarettes were recovered. The total duty evasion for these items has been calculated at £9,704.78. An interim closure order has been placed at the shop pending a hearing at Hereford Magistrates Court, where a further closure order is sought.3 December 20251:51 PM
- Chance to buy landmark city church closes soon: St Nicholas' Church, a Grade II Listed church in Herefordshire, has attracted interest in buying the building, which is one of the most prominent buildings in the city, aside from the cathedral. The agents have been pleased with the interest shown and are open to hearing from any other interested parties before the Expressions of Interest deadline on December 12. The church, built around 1842, could be used for worship, community facilities, arts and crafts, music or drama centre, museum, sports, or light industrial and housing. The guide prices for the church and its replacement are £275,000 and £175,000 respectively.3 December 20255:00 AM
- James Morrison Adds Extra Dates To 'Undiscovered' 20th Anniversary UK Tour Due To Demand: James Morrison has added additional dates to his UK tour celebrating the 20th anniversary of his debut album, 'Undiscovered'. Additional performances will include Southend's Cliffs Pavilion on May 4 and Manchester's O2 Apollo on May 7. He has also confirmed a new show at Stockton's Globe on May 6. The tour will also feature performances at the Live At Iveagh Gardens series and the Galway International Arts Festival. Tickets go on general sale on Friday (December 5).2 December 202510:47 AM
- New facilities open after major expansion works: The expansion of the Eveson Centre in Hereford has been completed, allowing National Star to provide specialist education, therapy and support for up to 45 students. The project was partly funded by the Eveon Trust. The extension includes two new classrooms, two new personal care rooms, a multi-skills kitchen and a large amount of work. The Mayor of Hereford, Councillor Dan Powell, officially opened the extension during a special ceremony.2 December 20255:00 AM
- Casualty taken to hospital after car overturns in busy street: The crash occurred in Hereford's College Road, with one of the vehicles overturned and one person taken to hospital. The man was treated for injuries not believed to be serious. Police and the public were joined at the scene by the police to manage the incident.1 December 20251:03 PM
- Hereford Lions Santa: when sleigh will visit your street: Hereford Lions is set to bring Father Christmas to Hereford and the local villages around the city again this year. The charity's sleigh has been upgraded with a satellite tracker to allow anyone to track the man in red as close to real time as possible. However, they have warned that volunteers will need to ensure the safety of all their volunteers.
- Car ends up on its side after crash in busy street: The accident occurred on the night of November 20 at 9.42pm on the busy street of Hereford's College Road, involving two vehicles. The male victim was removed from his vehicle and transferred to the care of the ambulance service. The incident occurred shortly after midnight.1 December 20259:41 AM
- Taft’s long-range penalty clinches derby for Luctonians: The traditional local derby between Hereford and Luctonians saw a thrilling match, with volunteers helping to secure a wet Wyeside ground for the first time. Despite numerous opportunities, only the visitors managed to score a score and a long-distance penalty goal. Hereford's head coach, Dean Powell, admitted that his team started poorly and kicked away possession early on, but managed to maintain control of the game. The Luctanians had significant possession and field position throughout the first half, but Hereford struggled to maintain their position in their own half. The game was marked by physicality and intense competition, with both teams showing dominance in the first and second half.1 December 20258:50 AM
National News Headlines
Famous faces join Herefordshire's Jules Hudson on Escape to the Country
The airdate for a celebrity-filled episode of Escape to the Country has been revealed, which will see Herefordshire's Jules Hudson teamed up with a 90s star.
Campaigners accuse Environment Agency of signing death warrant for the Wye
On Wednesday 3 December in Moccas Village Hall the Environment Agency unveiled their long-awaited Diffuse Water Pollution Plan (DWPP) for the River Wye Special Area of Conservation (SAC). The plan which includes the English sections of the River Wye Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI)/SAC
Where in the UK is most affected by the flu surge? 'Worst NHS pressure since Covid'
The NHS is currently experiencing "the worst pressure the NHS has faced since Covid," but where in the UK is most affected?
Recap: Flood alerts and road closures in force in county
A number of flood alerts and road closures are in place in Herefordshire this afternoon. More to follow.
WATCH: the moment police dog tracks gang after 'violent robbery'
A police dog played a key role in apprehending members of a "gang" who targeted a city home in a violent burglary.
Woman seriously injured after crash in supermarket car park
A woman has been seriously injured after a crash at a city supermarket.
‘Alarm’ as sister company of banned Herefordshire bus operator continues
There as alarm that a Herefordshire bus company continues running services in the county while its sister company is to be banned from doing so over safety concerns.
Warnings for motorists to take care with two flood alerts
THE EVIRONMENT Agency has issued two flood alerts for Herefordshire.
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Your Herefordshire News Headlines
NEWS | ‘Significant impacts’ expected in Herefordshire and Worcestershire due to Resident Doctor strike
The NHS across Herefordshire and Worcestershire will be significantly impacted throughout the strike action due to take place from 7am on the 17 December – 7am 22 December. This will result in serious challenges for all NHS services in Herefordshire and Worcestershire. NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire’s Chief Medical Officer Dr Will Taylor said: “We are […]
BREAKING | Teenage boy arrested on suspicion of murder after 9 year old child found dead
A murder investigation is being carried out following the death of a nine-year-old girl at an address in Weston-super-Mare. From Avon & Somerset Police: We were called by paramedics to a residential address in Lime Close, in the Mead Vale area, at 6.09pm yesterday (Monday 15 December). The first officer arrived at the scene at […]
NEWS | A 26-year-old man who sexually assaulted a woman earlier this year has been jailed for two years
A 26-year-old man who sexually assaulted a woman earlier this year has been jailed for two years. Abdulla Ali was sentenced at Gloucester Crown Court on Thursday (11 December). The court was told that on 28 July this year Ali approached a woman, whom he did not know, when she was walking home at around […]
NEWS | A gang of seven robbers were handed a total of 82 years in prison on Friday (12 December) for a vicious robbery at an address in Hereford last year
A gang of seven robbers were handed a total of 82 years in prison on Friday (12 December) for a vicious robbery at an address in Hereford last year. His Honour Judge Lockhart sitting at Worcester Crown Court sentenced the seven, who carried out the violent attack in a converted music studio in a loft […]
NEWS | Matt Healey returns as a director of Your Herefordshire
NEWS | Your Herefordshire is delighted to announce that original founding Director Matt Healey has recently returned as a Director of the company. Matt explains more below: “I had to take a step back last October from Your Herefordshire due to my other businesses needing my time. I needed to get my DJ business to […]
NEWS | Queenswood Country Park is officially the new home a community running event that takes place every Saturday morning
Leominster’s Queenswood Country Park is officially the new home for the community running event that has taken the UK by storm, adding to the 890 parkrun locations across the nation The event welcomes attendees to run, jog, walk, volunteer or spectate every Saturday morning at 9am, with 128 people all taking part at the inaugural event in Leominster, held on Saturday 29th November. Janet Harris, Leominster resident and […]
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
