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Herefordshire Council Issues Safety Warning Over Lithium Battery Disposal
A safety warning has been issued after a fire broke out inside a bin lorry during collections in Herefordshire last week.
New £7-Million Health Centre In Leominster To Open On The 4th Of July 2026
The new Marsh Court Health Centre in Leominster is to be officially opened on Saturday the 4th of July by Prof Sir Sam Everington.
Consultation Launched Over 156-Home Housing Development
A new housing development at Marsh Farm in Ross-On-Wye has been proposed by Landra Developments.
Shire Hall and Hereford Museum & Art Gallery Redevelopments Cut Back By Council
Updated costings have shown that both projects have become significantly more expensive than first planned.
Archaeological Dig At Cusop Castle Site Makes Fascinating Discoveries
An archaeological dig at the site of Cusop Castle on the Herefordshire-Powys border has uncovered a series of fascinating finds.
Herefordshire Council Appoints New Chief Executive
The new Chief Executive and Head of Paid Service at Herefordshire Council, Paul Satoor, has been appointed into the role as of the 26th of June.
Your Herefordshire News Headlines
NEWS | The owners of a popular Hereford restaurant have announced that they will be leaving in the coming weeks
The owners of a popular Hereford restaurant have announced that they will be leaving in the coming weeks. Ponte Vecchio — located on Bridge Street in Hereford, announced the news on social media. “As many of you are aware, earlier in the year, we made the decision to put Ponte Vecchio on the market. “It’s […]
NEWS | Government to spend £1.3 billion on supporting a brand new world-class theme park and resort in the UK
One of the largest ever investments in the UK tourism sector has been agreed between the government and Comcast NBCUniversal to build an entertainment resort complex, the Universal United Kingdom Resort, in Bedfordshire that will employ thousands and entertain millions of people. Featuring a world-class theme park and resort, the project will be developed by […]
TRIBUTE | Family pays tribute to 20-year-old motorcyclist who died after a collision with a van
The family of a motorcyclist who died in a collision have described him as a man “with a smile that could light up the sky”. Zachariah Wolfston, aged 20, died when his Honda CB650R motorcycle was involved in a collision with a white Volkswagen transporter panel van. The collision happened on the evening of Wednesday […]
Hereford Times News Headlines
Kebab house company hit with huge illegal worker fine
A company has been fined tens of thousands of pounds after being found liable for allowing people to work illegally in a city centre takeaway.
Man dies during SAS-inspired endurance event on Pen y Fan
A 68-year-old man has died after an incident during a Fan Dance endurance event on Pen y Fan, Powys. Emergency services attended.
Limited-edition Toblerone flavour only sold in airports spotted in UK supermarkets
The Swiss chocolate brand has launched its limited-edition Crispy Caramel bar, which was typically only available in airport duty-free stores.
National News Headlines
Disability Benefits Not Fit For Purpose And Need Bold Reform Says Pip Review
Disability benefits are “no longer fit for purpose”, a review has concluded amid promises of “bold” reform of the system..
Dame Sarah Storey Retires As Great Britains Most Successful Paralympian
Dame Sarah Storey has announced her retirement from competitive sport, ending a career which saw her become Great Britain’s most successful Paralympian..
Last Woman Hanged In The UK To Be Granted Conditional Pardon
The last woman hanged in the United Kingdom will be granted a conditional pardon but she will not be declared innocent, David Lammy has said..
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
