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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The board overseeing multi-million-pound funding for Hereford's Shirehall has withdrawn its support for the troubled library and learning centre project.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.
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
Electrical issue forces closure of city school for the day
An electrical issue has closed a Herefordshire school for the day.
Why mushrooms are suddenly growing on your lawn – and how to tackle them
Mushrooms and toadstools are appearing on UK lawns this autumn. Lawn experts explain why they grow and how to remove them.
New EU hand luggage rules confirmed - but UK travellers face a catch
New EU hand luggage rules will guarantee one free personal item from October 2027, but larger cabin bags may still cost extra.
National News Headlines
Arsene Wenger Says FIFAs U Turn Was Absolutely Necessary And Beyond Question
FIFA’s chief of global football development Arsene Wenger says Gianni Infantino’s decision to withdraw from a plan to sell stakes in a World Cup company to private investors was “absolutely necessary and beyond question”..
Gatwick Second Runway Expansion Set To Begin After Court Ruling
The development of Gatwick Airport’s second runway is set to begin after the Court of Appeal upheld an earlier ruling that the plans could go ahead..
Government Apologises To Pc Andrew Harpers Family Over Early Release Scheme
The Government has apologised to the family of Pc Andrew Harper as two of his killers remain eligible for early release.
