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Herefordshire Market Towns Lose Out On "Town Of Culture" Shortlist
In early 2026, the Herefordshire market towns of Leominster, Ledbury and Ross-On-Wye made applications to become the UK's very first "Town of Culture" in 2028.
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.
Your Herefordshire News Headlines
BREAKING NEWS | A major route is closed this evening following a two-vehicle collision
A major route is closed this evening following a two-vehicle collision. The A417 is closed between Over (Gloucester) and Hartpury due to a collision at Maisemore. Gloucestershire Constabulary are at the scene alongside other emergency services. The road is likely to remain closed throughout rush hour. Motorists are advised to use an alternative route. More […]
UK NEWS | A father who subjected his five‑week‑old daughter to extreme and repeated violence has been jailed for 22 years for her murder
A father who subjected his five‑week‑old daughter to extreme and repeated violence has been jailed for her murder. From Staffordshire Police: Sean Jefferson, 25, of Walsall, was today (Thursday 16 April) sentenced to 22 years’ imprisonment at Stafford Crown Court after being convicted of murdering his baby daughter, Darcy. Following an eight‑week trial last month, Jefferson was […]
NEWS | A petrol station will remain closed until further notice following a lightning strike
A petrol station will remain closed until further notice following a lightning strike. Ledbury Road Services in Tewkesbury posted the following on social media: “After yesterday’s unfortunate direct hit by lightning, Ledbury Road Services will be closed until further notice for engineers to assess the extent of the damage on the pumps and electrics. “We […]
Hereford Times News Headlines
Live- road partially blocked after firefighters called
The B4214 is partially blocked after a fire, with firefighters remaining at the scene. More to follow.
Crowds pack into popular beer festival as it returns with 'astonishing' numbers
Hereford's popular beer festival has returned with a bang after two years away.
Live updates- emergency services called to fire in market town
Police, paramedics and police officers have been called to a fire in Westfield Close in Bromyard this evening. More to follow.
National News Headlines
Police Believe Ann Widdecombe Was Attacked 24 Hours Before Body Found
Police believe former MP and MEP Ann Widdecombe was attacked in her home nearly 24 hours before her body was discovered and said they are hunting for a white male suspect..
Linda Noskova Battles Back Against Karolina Muchova To Win Wimbledon Title
Linda Noskova put a dramatic second-set collapse behind her to win her first grand slam title in a wild Wimbledon final..
People In Their 50s Urged To Complete Bowel Cancer Screening Amid Low Uptake
Health officials have raised concerns over the “low numbers” of people in their 50s taking part in bowel cancer screening..
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
