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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
BREAKING NEWS | A man has died following a collision involving two vehicles
A man has died following a collision on the M5 yesterday (Wednesday 6 May) and Police are appealing for witnesses. Emergency services were called at around 12.20pm with a report that a white Luton Van had collided with a Volkswagen Transporter and come off the northbound carriageway near to junction 9 for Tewkesbury. The driver […]
BREAKING NEWS | A Herefordshire school will be closed today due to maintenance work
A Herefordshire school will be closed today for urgent works to take place. Michaelchurch Escley shared the following message on the Herefordshire Council school closures portal: Preschool and School CLOSED – Thursday 7th May 2026. Due to planned National Grid maintenance work, the school and preschool will be without power for the whole day and […]
LATEST | Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews at scene of house fire in Leominster
West Mercia Police and Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service are in attendance at a house fire in Leominster. South Street is currently closed between Southern Avenue at Leominster Community Hospital. Motorists are advised to use an alternative route and to expect delays. Pedestrian access is still available but it is best to check […]
Hereford Times News Headlines
Ludlow Market sees 'slightly improved cattle trade'
Ludlow Market saw a 'slightly improved cattle trade' at a sale held on Monday, July 6
Burglary suspect caught on CCTV as police react quickly
A man has been arrested after reportedly entering three neighbouring buildings near Hereford.
Vets fume at dog owners' unacceptable behaviour
A Hereford vets has issued an urgent warning over unacceptable behaviour from some dog owners.
National News Headlines
UK To Miss Out On 600m In Tax Due To US Exemption Says HMRC
The UK is set to miss out on around £600 million in tax each year following a deal allowing the US to be exempt from a global tax commitment, according to HMRC figures..
One Rule For One And One Rule For Another Fans React To Quansah Suspension
England fans have accused Fifa of applying “one rule for one and one rule for another” after Jarell Quansah was handed a two-match suspension following his red card against Mexico..
Vapes To Be Put In Plain Packaging To Protect Children
Vapes are to be put in plain packaging under proposals which aim to stop the devices being marketed to children..
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
