Investigating officers want to speak to any motorists who were travelling on Staunton Road, Monmouth, between 11.30am and 12.00pm on Sunday 12 November, or anyone with dashcam or CCTV footage. Gwent Police are appealing for witnesses after a road traffic collision on...
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CAMPAIGN | This week West Mercia Police is taking part in the national anti-knife crime intensification week – Operation Sceptre
This week West Mercia Police is taking part in the national anti-knife crime intensification week, Operation Sceptre. During this week, officers will be undertaking a range of activity to target offenders including carrying out test purchases at retailers who sell...
UK NEWS | Five people – including three children have died following a devastating house fire in London
Detectives and London Fire Brigade are investigating after the bodies of five people were recovered following a house fire in Hounslow. Chief Superintendent Sean Wilson, responsible for policing in Hounslow, said: “My thoughts are with the loved ones of those who...
NEWS | Aldi is spreading the festive cheer and bringing together local communities by donating Christmas lunches to those in low-income areas across the UK
Aldi is spreading the festive cheer and bringing together local communities by donating Christmas lunches to those in low-income areas across the UK. Britain’s fourth-largest supermarket is working in partnership with Company Shop Group to provide free Christmas...
NEWS | A West Mercia Police officer who resuscitated a five-week-old baby after his heart had stopped has been recognised with a national award
A West Mercia Police officer who resuscitated a five-week-old baby after his heart had stopped has been recognised with a national award. PC Mark Bates performed CPR, chest compressions and mouth-to-mouth resuscitation to revive the baby, who was in...
NEWS | Police provide update on an incident that occurred at The Oval in Hereford on Saturday eveningÂ
West Mercia Police have provided an update on an incident that occurred at The Oval in Hereford on Saturday. A number of people reported a heavy police presence in the area on Saturday evening. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police told Your Herefordshire: “We...
NEWS | A planning application has been submitted for the former Royal Bank of Scotland unit on Broad Street in Hereford
A planning application has been submitted for the former Royal Bank of Scotland unit on Broad Street in Hereford. The owners of the building and the applicant, Hereford Cathedral plan the following: 'The aim of the project is to provide adequate facilities for...
NEWS | Four people have been taken to hospital after the air ambulance was called to a serious collision
Four people have been conveyed to hospital following a serious collision in Rushwick on Sunday. West Midlands Ambulance Service was called at 3.44pm to a collision involving two cars at the junction of the A4440 and Grove Way in Rushwick, Worcester. Four ambulances,...
NEWS | The M48 (Severn Bridge) is closed in both directions due to strong winds this morningÂ
The M48 (Severn Bridge) is closed in both directions this morning due to strong winds. The closure is in place between Chepstow (Wales) and Aust (England). The M4 (Prince of Wales) crossing remains open at present. Strong winds are affecting the area, with Storm Debi...
NEWS | West Midlands Ambulance Service answering 999 calls in just two seconds on average
The extraordinary efforts of West Midlands Ambulance Service’s (WMAS) Emergency Operations Centres (EOC) are evident. So far this year, Call Assessors in the Trust’s EOC have answered emergency 999 calls in just two seconds on average. Both EOC bases in Brierley Hill...
NEWS | The Hereford Academy Remembers The Fallen at Remembrance Service
On Friday 10th November 2023, students and staff at The Hereford Academy came together for a Service of Remembrance, commemorating those who have lost their lives in wars and conflicts all over the world since the start of World War I. The...
COURT | A round-up of people who have been sent to prison recently from West Mercia Police
Here is a round-up of people from the West Mercia Police area who have been sent to prison recently after appearing in court. A man has been sentenced to eleven years in prison after he pleaded guilty to child sex offences and bestiality. Knill Watkins, 34, from...
NEWS | National Highways set to carry out work on ‘nightmare’ temporary traffic lights on the A49 in Hereford today
National Highways have provided an update on the ‘nightmare’ temporary traffic lights that are in place on the A49 in Hereford. The temporary lights have been causing traffic chaos on several days, since they were put in place following a collision earlier this...
PROPERTY | A beautiful spacious property is available to purchase in a popular Herefordshire villageÂ
A beautiful spacious property is available to purchase in a wonderful Herefordshire village. A Beautifully Presented Extended Renovated Property | 4 Bedrooms, 3 Reception Rooms | Kitchen Dining Room with Utility Room | Detached Double Garage with Converted Space Above...
NEWS | A fallen tree blocking a major route in Herefordshire this morningÂ
A fallen tree is blocking a major route in Herefordshire this morning. The A438 is Hereford to Brecon Road is blocked near the Swan Inn at Letton, due to a fallen tree. Strong winds are affecting the area this morning with Storm Debi crossing over the county. The road...
NEWS | ‘Tornado Watch’ issued for Herefordshire with risk of strong winds, lightning, hail and thunder from Storm Debi until midday today
A ‘Tornado Watch’ has been issued for Herefordshire, with the risk of strong winds, lightning, hail and thunder from Storm Debi. The ‘Tornado Watch’ comes into force from midnight tonight, until midday today (Monday). The ‘Tornado Watch’ has been issued by The Tornado...
BREAKING | ‘Tornado Watch’ issued for Herefordshire with risk of strong winds, lightning, hail and thunder from Storm Debi starting from midnight tonightÂ
A ‘Tornado Watch’ has been issued for Herefordshire, with the risk of strong winds, lightning, hail and thunder from Storm Debi. The ‘Tornado Watch’ comes into force from midnight tonight, until midday tomorrow (Monday). The ‘Tornado Watch’ has been issued by The...
UK NEWS | Seven people have been charged following the major policing operation in central London on Saturday with clashes involving protesters
Seven people have been charged following the major policing operation in central London on Saturday. Investigations continue into a number of other incidents. Officers made 145 arrests during the Pro-Palestinian demonstration and counter protest by right wing...
FEATURED | Three day angling festival on the River Wye in Hereford proves to be a huge success
A three day angling festival on the River Wye in Hereford has been a huge success! Over 2 tonnes of fish were caught by anglers in the epic River Wye Festival! This week saw the annual River Wye 3-Day Angling Festival take place in Hereford, with the countries top...
FEATURED | The Herefordshire caterer who can provide food for wakes, corporate lunches, afternoon teas and partiesÂ
Looking for a caterer for an upcoming party? Or maybe you’ve got a corporate lunch booked or fancy treating a friend to afternoon tea? Look no further than Caption Catering. The Ross-on-Wye based catering company provide stunning food for many occasions. A bit of...