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External Councillors Drafted In As Resignation Wave Leaves Parish Council Inquorate
A rural Herefordshire parish council has been forced to call in temporary external appointments after a wave of resignations left it unable to legally function.
Pothole Reports In Herefordshire Surge Past 9,000 Following Sharp Rise In Motorist Payouts
Herefordshire Council has logged a sharp increase in pothole reports this year, with figures rising to more than three times the total recorded for the whole of 2025.
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The board overseeing multi-million-pound funding for Hereford's Shirehall has withdrawn its support for the troubled library and learning centre project.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.
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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
Martin Lewis shares 'massively under-publicised' scheme that cuts council tax to zero
Martin Lewis has highlighted a 'massively under-publicised' benefit that can cut council tax bills to zero
Martin Lewis says ‘I don’t like it’ as Ofgem plans new energy charge
Martin Lewis has warned Ofgem's proposed Market Stabilisation Charge could make cheaper energy deals more expensive if wholesale prices fall.
Benjamin Bunny 50p listed for £6,086.70 despite 25 million being minted
A Benjamin Bunny 50p coin listed on eBay in Herefordshire for £6,086.70 is not rare: 25 million were minted, with circulated coins near face value.
National News Headlines
Just 14 Of Englands Rivers Lakes And Coastal Waters In Good Ecological Health
Just 14% of England’s rivers, lakes and coastal waters are in good ecological health, a new assessment reveals..
Gianni Infantino Retains FIFA Boards Support After Crisis Meeting In Morocco
Gianni Infantino has the “full support” of FIFA’s management board despite being forced to abandon his plan to sell stakes in a company to run the World Cup to private investors..
Experts Warn That Water Scarcity May Continue Despite Flood Alerts
Heavy rain which could cause flooding in parts of Scotland is unlikely to provide the relief that is needed after exceptionally dry weather, experts have warned..
