From West Mercia Police: We're currently on scene at Willow Street in Oswestry following an incident at around 2.50am this morning where a car mounted the kerb and struck two pedestrians outside the Grill Out takeaway. Both pedestrians were transferred to the Royal...
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BREAKING | A woman has died after being hit by a car that mounted the pavement in a Shropshire market town overnight
From West Mercia Police: We're currently on scene at Willow Street in Oswestry following an incident at around 2.50am this morning where a car mounted the kerb and struck two pedestrians outside the Grill Out takeaway. Both pedestrians were transferred to the Royal...
NEWS | Police issue warning following rise in suspicious behaviour near banks and cashpoints in the area
West Mercia Police are warning people to be wary of suspicious behaviour near ATMs in the area following a rise in incidents. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “There has recently been an increase in suspicious activities at and around bank ATM's. Just as a...
WATCH | Bulls continue good run with a 4-2 victory away at Boston United; Jordan Williamson on form as Hereford Pegasus win again, Westfields hit five and Lads Club return to winning ways
It was a fantastic afternoon for Hereford FC in Lincolnshire, with an incredible first 23 minutes seeing The Bulls 4-0 up. Goals from Amadi-Holloway, Pendley, Evans and Barnett saw Hereford FC in complete control. Boston did work hard to try and get back into the game...
NEWS | West Mercia Police have obtained over £12.9 million in fines from uninsured drivers since 2012 Â
West Mercia Police have obtained over £12.9 million in fines from uninsured drivers since 2012. That’s according to the latest study by Confused.com (Q3 2022), which identifies the UK police forces that have collected the most from motorists...
NEWS | Connexus housing development in Hereford city centre receives High Commendation AwardÂ
The Connexus housing development at Bath Street, Hereford has received a High Commendation in the Best Small Social Housing category at the LABC - Local Authority Building Control Building Excellence Awards 2022. The old council offices were transformed into 74 new...
NEWS | £1 million is set to be spent by Herefordshire Council on the further development of the Eastern River crossing business case for Hereford
£1 million is set to be spent by Herefordshire Council on the further development of the Eastern River crossing business case. The Herefordshire Coalition has been looking into the possibility of an Eastern River Crossing since ditching plans for a Western Bypass of...
NEWS | A 13-year-old boy was stopped by police officers after being found to be smoking cannabis in Hereford on Friday
A 13-year-old boy was stopped by police officers after being found to be smoking cannabis in Hereford. Police were carrying out patrols in plain clothes following a number of incidents in the area. Offices stopped the individual on the Great Western Way footpath in...
NEWS | What Ofsted had to say about Herefordshire Council’s failing children’s services
Ofsted has recently rated Herefordshire’s Children’s Services as Inadequate. From Herefordshire Council: Herefordshire Council confirms publication of its Ofsted inspection of Local Authority Children's Services 2022 Herefordshire Council has today confirmed...
NEWS | Hereford could see more trees and planters with work set to take place to make the city look greener and more welcoming to visitors
Hereford could see more trees and planters located in the city centre with work set to take place to make the city look greener and more welcoming to visitors. The work will take place under the ‘Greening the City’ part of the Stronger Towns Project. More Details...
NEWS | Town Council left saddened after part of children’s play area was set on fire Â
From Ledbury Town Council: “Ledbury Town Council is extremely saddened to learn that one of the picnic benches located within the children’s play area was totally destroyed by fire last evening. “This was a malicious and unnecessary attack on facilities...
NEWS | Morrisons launches huge toy sale to help customers spread the cost this Christmas
Morrisons has launched a mega toy sale to help customers get their hands on much-wanted gifts for kids and spread the cost this Christmas. Customers can bag themselves up to 50% off must-have toys this year, including L.O.L Dolls, Peppa Pig, Super Mario Kart and...
NEWS | Police appeal after a Land Rover Defender was stolen from a property in HerefordshireÂ
West Mercia Police officers in Herefordshire are appealing for information after a Land Rover Defender was stolen from a property in the Moccas area of the county. The incident occurred overnight between 6th and 7th October. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police...
NEWS | £1 million is set to be spent by Herefordshire Council on the further development of the Eastern River crossing business case for Hereford
£1 million is set to be spent by Herefordshire Council on the further development of the Eastern River crossing business case. The Herefordshire Coalition has been looking into the possibility of an Eastern River Crossing since ditching plans for a Western Bypass of...
NEWS | Hereford County Hospital is telling patients they must wear masks amid COVID outbreak that has seen a ward closedÂ
Your Herefordshire understands that a ward closure has been put in place on the Ashgrove Ward at Hereford County Hospital due to a rise in COVID-19 cases. This follows an update earlier from Wye Valley NHS Trust that confirmed that face masks must be worn again in...
NEWS | Cost of living crisis means that a Hereford takeaway will close its doors for good
A popular Hereford takeaway has confirmed that it will be closing its doors for good. Zulfis, which is located on Widemarsh Street in Hereford, blamed the cost of living crisis and the lack of government support as the reasons behind the closure. A post on Facebook...
NEWS | Both wards at Ross Community Hospital closed due to COVID-19 outbreak
Two wards at Ross Community Hosptial are currently closed to visitors due to cases of COVID-19. Your Herefordshire also understands that a ward closure has been put in place on the Ashgrove Ward at Hereford County Hospital due to a rise in COVID-19 cases. This...
NEWS | Ward closure at Hereford County Hospital due to COVID-19 outbreak as cases rise once again across the country Â
Your Herefordshire understands that a ward closure has been put in place on the Ashgrove Ward at Hereford County Hospital due to a rise in COVID-19 cases. This follows an update earlier from Wye Valley NHS Trust that confirmed that face masks must be worn again in...
BREAKING | 14-year-old boy charged with murder following the death of a teenager in Gateshead
Detectives investigating the death of Tomasz Oleszak from Gateshead have charged a teenager with his murder. The 14-year-old boy has also been charged with attempted wounding and possession of a bladed article. He is due to appear at Newcastle Magistrates Court this...
NEWS | Major changes could be coming to areas surrounding the River Wye in Hereford after government funding confirmed
Major changes could be coming to the area surrounding the River Wye in Hereford, as part of a huge funding package of £22.4 million to boost the city. If approved, money will be spent on making the areas that surround the River Wye more attractive to locals and...
NEWS | Home Bargains confirms stores will be closed for three days over Christmas to give staff a deserved break with their familiesÂ
Home Bargains has confirmed that all its stores will be closed for three days over Christmas to give staff a deserved break with their families. Home Bargains stores, including the store in Hereford, will be closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day! In a...
NEWS | Aldi unveils a new eco concept store that aims to make it easier for shoppers to reduce, reuse and recycle
Aldi will open a new eco concept store in Royal Leamington Spa on 29th September. The Leamington Spa store has been designed to significantly reduce carbon consumption, with sustainable building materials and design changes estimated to reduce life-cycle carbon...
NEWS | Lidl is recalling a popular lunchtime snack because of undeclared allergens
Lidl GB is recalling Select and Go Sushi Box Salmon and Shrimp because the product contains crustaceans, fish, mustard, sesame, soya, egg, wheat (gluten), milk, and sulphites which are not emphasised on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk...
UK NEWS | NHS urges parents to book children in for essential MMR vaccination
Parents and carers of children are being reminded of the importance of routine vaccinations, with hundreds of thousands of texts, emails and letters being sent from this week encouraging families to book their child in for an MMR vaccine. The NHS is contacting parents...
NEWS | Last few days to get 5p off every litre of fuel when spending £40 in store at Morrisons
Morrisons is helping its customers save money at the fuel pumps by offering 5p off every litre. All customers that spend £40 in store between Thursday 29th September and Sunday 9th September will receive a coupon allowing them to save 5p on every litre of fuel...
UK NEWS | Police chiefs in England and Wales have committed to attend all home burglaries
Police chiefs in England and Wales have committed to attend all home burglaries. The move follows evidence from the College of Policing and will help police catch more burglars and support victims after a traumatic and invasive experience. Some forces already...
NEWS | Significant new business development planned for a redundant piece of land in Hereford
Google Street View - Image Date - November 2020 Plans have been submitted to Herefordshire Council for a significant new business development on a redundant piece of land in Hereford. The land, east of Mortimer Road in Hereford, has been redundant for a number of...
NEWS | Important update from Transport for Wales ahead of further strike action that will affect rail services in Herefordshire this weekend
The majority of Transport for Wales (TfW) services across the Wales and Borders network will be suspended on two days in October due to the on-going national industrial action. The National Union of Rail, Maritime, and Transport Workers (RMT) has announced two days of...
NEWS | More post-lockdown traffic helped halve road deaths linked to sun dazzle
AA warns drivers to be ready for low summer sun in the rush-hour. More traffic on the roads after lockdown helped cut fatalities where sun dazzle was a contributory factor. Deaths dropped from 41 in 2020 to 19 last year. However, the number of severe road casualties...
NEWS | Police concerned that further packages of cocaine could wash up on beaches in Wales this weekend Â
Dyfed-Powys Police have confirmed that they will be monitoring the water in the sea around Wales this weekend, with further packages of drugs possibly washing up. A spokesperson for Dyfed-Powys Police said: “Following the recovery of class A drugs last...
NEWS | Police in Hereford warn of increase in suspicious behaviour at cash points in the area Â
West Mercia Police are warning people to be wary of suspicious behaviour near ATMs in the area following a rise in incidents. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “There has recently been an increase in suspicious activities at and around bank ATM's. Just as a...
NEWS | Herefordshire fire crews have been busy tackling a large roof fire at a propertyÂ
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews from across the area have been busy tackling a fire at a property in Tenbury Wells. A spokesperson for Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (Tenbury Fire Station) said: “At 8.06am this...
FOOTBALL | Cawley Cox scores late winner as Hereford Pegasus continue their stunning unbeaten run
Tuesday night saw another thrilling evening of local football. The highlight of which was over at the KGD Stadium where Hereford Pegasus entertained Worcester Raiders in a five goal thriller. Shortly after kick off, Pegasus were ahead thanks to a goal from Curtis...
UK NEWS | Petrol prices could be set to rise again after OPEC+ countries agreed to an oil production cutÂ
The RAC has reacted to news that OPEC+ countries have agreed to an oil production cut. Reacting to the news that OPEC+ countries have agreed to an oil production cut, RAC fuel spokesman Simon Williams said: “Such a deep oil production cut will inevitably see oil...
NEWS | Delays this afternoon in Hereford following a collision on the A49 (Greyfriars Bridge)Â
Motorists are warned to expect delays over the next hour or so with traffic building up following a collision on the A49 (Greyfriars Bridge). The incident has occurred heading northbound towards the city centre with traffic already reportedly backing up along Ross...
NEWS | Police appeal after a man punched a woman in the face and tried to steal her puppy in Gloucestershire
From Gloucestershire Constabulary: One of our officers appeared on BBC Crimewatch Live today (Thursday) to do a renewed appeal for information after a man punched a woman in the face and tried to steal her French Bulldog puppy. This happened on Downton Road between...
NEWS | Asda launches £1 cafe meal deal for over 60s to help with cost of living
Asda has today announced a range of new ‘winter warmer’ initiatives to support customers and community groups struggling with the cost-of-living crisis. The supermarket is offering those aged 60 and over the chance to enjoy soup, a roll and unlimited tea and coffees...
NEWS | You will be able to walk up and see tigers on foot at West Midlands Safari Park from this Saturday!Â
TIGER TROPICS OPENS THIS SATURDAY! From West Midlands Safari Park: Our brand-new exhibit, Tiger Tropics, opens to our guests this weekend! For the first time in the Safari Park's history, you will be able to walk up and see tigers on foot!...
MONOPOLY: Hereford Edition | Jamal’s family delighted that his legacy will live on after confirmation that Jamal’s Kebab Shop is part of the game
The long awaited Monopoly: Hereford Edition game launches today and Your Herefordshire is delighted to confirm that the late Jamal Haider features in the game. It was a request made by many and backed up by former Mayor of Hereford Paul Stevens. Cllr Paul Stevens had...
NEWS | Police appeal for help in finding a wanted woman who could be in LeominsterÂ
 Police appeal for help in finding a wanted woman who could be in Leominster. From West Mercia Police: Wanted: Jenny Chandler The 40-year-old is wanted by officers for failing to appear at court. She has links to the Leominster, Ludlow and South Shropshire areas....
NEWS | Wonderful touch as local legend Jamal Haider’s Kebab House features on Monopoly: Hereford Edition that launches today Â
The long awaited Monopoly: Hereford Edition game launches today and Your Herefordshire is delighted to confirm that the late Jamal Haider features in the game. It was a request made by many and backed up by former Mayor of Hereford Paul Stevens. Cllr Paul Stevens had...
MONOPOLY LAUNCH | Cathedral Named the ‘Mayfair of Hereford’ as Much-Anticipated Game is Rolled Out TODAY!Â
Pass GO, collect tickets for Wembley and watch non-league Hereford F.C. play in the FA Cup Final. And if that sounds implausible – how about collecting money for your HEIFER winning second prize in a beauty competition? It’s all in the game. The brand new...
NEWS | Herefordshire Council submits planning application for a new Library and Learning Resource Centre at Maylord Orchards and landscaping works in Trinity Square
Herefordshire Council has submitted a planning application for a new Library and Learning Resource Centre at Maylord Orchards and landscaping works in Trinity Square. The work is part of plans to move the library from Broad Street to Maylord Orchards, with an enhanced...
NEWS | Herefordshire Council to spend up to £303,290 for the roofing works at Hampton Dene Primary School
Herefordshire Council is to spend up to £303,290 for roofing works to take place at Hampton Dene Primary School in Hereford. Herefordshire Council said that 'the roofing works at Hampton Dene Primary School, Hereford are planned works included in the 2021-2023 Schools...
NEWS | Plans have been approved for more than 200 new homes to be built in HerefordÂ
Herefordshire Council’s Planning and Regulatory Committee have recently passed plans for 230 new homes to be built on the outskirts of Hereford. The decision was passed with seven voting in favour and six voting against the plans. The Planning and Regulatory Committee...
CLIMATE | Just Stop Oil Protesters target parts of London to demand an end to new oil and gas
Around 30 supporters of Just Stop Oil have disrupted traffic in Westminster today for the fifth day in a row to demand an end to new oil and gas. The group sat down on the approach roads to Lambeth Bridge at 11.30am establishing roadblocks and halting traffic on...
NEWS | Two care staff at St Michael’s Hospice were left stunned when a member of the public paid their fuel bill
Two care staff at St Michael’s Hospice were left stunned when a member of the public paid their fuel bill. Senior Healthcare Assistants Jaki Moffat and Katie Hughes were midway through a shift when they stopped to fill up at the Holmer Road petrol station in Hereford....
NEWS | Most popular baby names in England and Wales have been revealed
Noah was the most popular boys' name in England and Wales in 2021, replacing Oliver from the previous year, while Olivia remained the top name for girls for the sixth year in a row. Henry replaced Jack in the top 10 names for boys, while Freya, Florence and Willow...
NEWS | Wye Valley NHS Trust is celebrating the current cohort of 44 overseas nurses who have just passed their OSCE exam, allowing them to practice
Wye Valley NHS Trust prides itself on its diverse workforce and celebrates the expertise and wide ranging experiences nursing staff from around the world bring to Herefordshire. With a warm, friendly and welcoming culture, the Trust has welcomed more than 70...
NEWS | Police appealing for witnesses after an attempted burglary at a property in HerefordshireÂ
West Mercia Police officers are appealing for witnesses following an attempted burglary at a property in Herefordshire. The incident occurred in the Ross-on-Wye area of the county. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “The incident happened overnight between...