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TRACTOR RUNS | Several Christmas Tractor Runs to take place across Herefordshire over the coming weeks – FULL DETAILS
Several Christmas Tractor Runs are to take place across Herefordshire over the coming weeks, so we’ve put together a list of all the events that we know about. Thousands of people are expected to attend and view the various tractor runs across the county, with hundreds attending the Hereford Tractor Run that passed through High […]
NEWS | Asda shares important message with customers that shop at its Hereford store ahead of the busy Christmas period
With only six weeks to go until Christmas Day, Asda has revealed the exact date its customers can pre-order their Christmas turkey. From today, customers will be able to choose from a range of eight fresh Christmas turkeys (ranging from joints to crowns to whole birds) here to add to their order for home delivery or collection […]
NEWS | Police issue alert following recent car key burglaries / attempted burglaries in Herefordshire
West Mercia Police have issued an alert to residents following recent car key burglaries / attempted burglaries in Herefordshire. It comes following an incident in Ross-on-Wye. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “We have received a call from a member of public on 13/11/2024, reporting a youth acting suspiciously around their vehicle in the […]
NEWS | A major route is closed tonight as emergency services respond to a collision
A major route is closed this evening, with emergency services responding to a collision. The collision has occurred near Abergavenny. Gwent Police are at the scene. From Gwent Police: Emergency services are dealing with a road traffic collision on the B4246 between Abergavenny and Keepers pond, Blaenavon. The road is currently closed. Please avoid the […]
FEATURED | Take your dog to visit Santa in Herefordshire this festive period with treats for all those attending!
Hintons Country and Garden in Leominster will once again be inviting dogs and their owners to visit their store ahead of Christmas, to meet Santa! A post on social media said: “Our ever popular Santa’s Grotto for dogs is back again this year! “Starting on the 30th November and continuing on the 7th and 14th […]
NEWS | Police are appealing for information after a man in his 20s with blonde hair was seen acting suspiciously in villages near Hereford
Police are appealing for information following reports of suspicious behaviour in villages near Hereford. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “Yesterday afternoon, a young man in his 20s was seen going door to door around Credenhill and Marden, claiming he was on probation and selling household items. “Dressed in a grey tracksuit, carrying a […]
NEWS | Matalan has confirmed the opening date for its new store in Hereford city centre
Matalan has confirmed that its new store in Hereford will open on Saturday 23rd November. The store at the Old Market in Hereford will host a grand opening on this day with entertainment. A Matalan official confirmed the opening date to Your Herefordshire today. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗮𝘁 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱’𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝗢𝗹𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 […]
FEATURED | Chadds was such a popular shop to visit throughout the year but at Christmas it was magical!
It’s at this time of year where many of us get reminiscent of years gone by and heading to the toy section in Chadds and meeting Santa. It was a childhood dream and something that children from across Hereford and beyond looked forward to all year. Chadds was much more than just a toy shop […]
NEWS | A 32-year-old man has admitted in court that he started a string of fires at properties earlier this year
A man has admitted in court to starting a string of fires across Gloucester city centre earlier this year. Anthony Reed-Metcalfe pleaded guilty to three counts of arson with recklessness as to whether life was endangered, as well as one count of burglary, when he appeared at Gloucester Crown Court on Tuesday (12 November). Reed-Metcalfe, […]
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Arrest after 'threats to kill' at Hereford Wetherspoon pub
A MAN has been released on bail after an arrest at a popular Hereford pub.
Barbara Taylor Bradford the grand dame of blockbusters dies aged 91
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Wetherspoon reveals the 664 pubs staying open on Christmas Day - is one near you?
JD Wetherspoon has revealed the 664 pubs that will be open on Christmas Day in 2024 - see the full list.
You can help a guardian angel keep someone safe
A YOUNG woman has told how she ended up cold, scared and alone on the streets of Hereford.
Family-run business to leave Herefordshire tea room... but big plans coming!
A popular Herefordshire family-run business will be closing its doors at its tea room home early next year as its team pursues other ventures.
Morrisons apologises to shoppers as microbiological growth risk sparks recall
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is issuing a “do not eat” warning to Morrisons shoppers who have purchased the product
Scamvent calendar highlights common frauds over Christmas
NatWest is making a scamvent calendar available in selected branches to highlight the common purchases at risk of being fraudulent..
MPs to vote on assisted dying bill as row over criticism of legislation deepens
MPs will be given a free vote on the assisted dying bill, allowing them to vote according to their own conscience rather than in line with party policy
Smoking could cause almost 300000 cancer cases by 2029 charity says
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Local news from Hereford Times
Arrest after 'threats to kill' at Hereford Wetherspoon pub
A MAN has been released on bail after an arrest at a popular Hereford pub.
Wetherspoon reveals the 664 pubs staying open on Christmas Day - is one near you?
JD Wetherspoon has revealed the 664 pubs that will be open on Christmas Day in 2024 - see the full list.
You can help a guardian angel keep someone safe
A YOUNG woman has told how she ended up cold, scared and alone on the streets of Hereford.
Family-run business to leave Herefordshire tea room... but big plans coming!
A popular Herefordshire family-run business will be closing its doors at its tea room home early next year as its team pursues other ventures.
Morrisons apologises to shoppers as microbiological growth risk sparks recall
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is issuing a “do not eat” warning to Morrisons shoppers who have purchased the product
MPs to vote on assisted dying bill as row over criticism of legislation deepens
MPs will be given a free vote on the assisted dying bill, allowing them to vote according to their own conscience rather than in line with party policy
Cadbury discontinues Dairy Milk chocolate bar fans described as '10/10'
Cadbury has confirmed its Dairy Milk Orange Crisp chocolate bar has been discontinued.
Flood-prone Herefordshire village STILL waiting for help, 18 months on
LOCALS in one Herefordshire village are angry that promised measures to make it more flood-resilient have yet to materialise – a year and a half, and two floods, after they were promised.
Permission for these Herefordshire countryside homes REFUSED
A plan to build three “urbanising” houses at a scenic Herefordshire spot has been knocked back.
Pete Trigg Wins!
Congratulations to Pete Trigg who has been recognised as Volunteer of the year at the Hereford Times Heath & Social Care Awards 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 returns to air in March 2023