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NEWS | West Mercia Police appeal for witnesses following an incident in Hereford city centre
From West Mercia Police: (Article shared on Sunday 3rd November) There is currently an increased police presence in Hereford after officers received a report of a rape in the early hours of this morning (Sunday 3 November). Officers were on scene within the grounds of Hereford Cathedral after a report was received that a woman […]
NEWS | Police issue an appeal after a motorist in a Peugeot was seen acting suspiciously in a Herefordshire village
West Mercia Police are appealing for information following reports that a motorist in a Peugeot was seen acting suspiciously in a Herefordshire village. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “We would like to make you aware of a suspicious vehicle that was seen in the area of DINEDOR. “The report stated that at approximately […]
NEWS | Hereford Silver Swan Ballerinas meet Angela Rippon and Wayne Sleep at Royal Academy of Dance
Starlight Silver Swans take flight! Ten Ballet Dancers from The Starlight Company Hereford had the opportunity to take classes and perform at the Royal Academy of Dance Global Headquarters in London on 1st November. After a day of classes they rubbed shoulders with the stars, meeting Silver Swan Ambassador Angela Rippon and Dancing legend Wayne […]
UPDATE | Man arrested on suspicion of rape following an incident in Hereford overnight
There is currently an increased police presence in Hereford after officers received a report of a rape in the early hours of this morning (Sunday 3 November). Officers were on scene within the grounds of Hereford Cathedral after a report was received that a woman had been raped at around 4.30am. A 24-year-old man has […]
NEWS | A 15-year-old boy has been charged with murder after a teenage boy was stabbed to death
Police have charged a teenager over a fatal stabbing of another teenager in #Solihull. The 15-year-old who cannot be named for legal reasons, has been charged with the murder of a 17-year-old boy in Marston Green on Tuesday (29 Oct). He has also been charged with possession of a knife and will appear before magistrates […]
FOOTBALL | Westfields hit six to end Roman Glass unbeaten run but Hereford FC, Wellington and Hereford Pegasus all beaten
Westfields FC stretched their unbeaten run in the Hellenic League Premier Division to five games with a 6-3 victory over second placed Roman Glass St George on Saturday. Fields played large periods of the game with ten men, following two sin bin decisions and a sending off for Dan Stoneman. However, goals from Zac Powell […]
NEWS | Police appeal for witnesses after the body of a man in his 30s was discovered
From Gloucestershire Constabulary: We’re appealing for information after the body of a man was discovered on the #M5 this morning (Saturday 2 November). Officers were called shortly after 6.05am with a report that a body had been found on the northbound carriageway near to junction 9 for Tewkesbury. It is believed that a man in […]
BREAKING NEWS | Area of Hereford city centre cordoned off as Police respond to incident
An area of Hereford city centre is cordoned off this morning with Police responding to an incident. Church Street is cordoned off, with West Mercia Police officers at the scene. Pedestrians are advised to use an alternative route to enter High Town / the Cathedral this morning. It also appears that an area of the […]
NEWS | A 10-year-old girl has died after suffering serious injuries in a dog attack
A 10-year-old girl has died after being bitten by her family’s dog. North Yorkshire Police were called to the incident by Yorkshire Ambulance Service at around 4.15pm on Friday 1 November. It happened inside the family’s home in the Malton area. Despite the efforts of medical professionals and a member of the public who came […]
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Hunt for driver after pedestrian hit by car in Hereford
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Surge in concerns about children experiencing domestic abuse
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Donald Trumps election interference and classified documents cases dismissed
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Major update issued on Herefordshire out of hours GP service
A MAJOR update has been issued on Herefordshire's out of hours GP service.
'It's just like before' - why Herefordshire homes plan was knocked back
A proposal to build five larger houses by a busy Herefordshire road has been knocked back – again.
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Latest updates: police close Herefordshire main road
Police have closed a Herefordshire main road this morning
Hunt for driver after pedestrian hit by car in Hereford
A PEDESTRIAN was injured after being hit by a car on a busy Hereford road.
Surge in concerns about children experiencing domestic abuse
Almost 4,000 adults contacted the NSPCC Helpline with concerns about children experiencing domestic abuse in the first six months of 2024/25
Supermarket shoppers warned of 'inevitable' price rises
November was the first time in 17 months that shop price inflation has been higher than the previous month
Major update issued on Herefordshire out of hours GP service
A MAJOR update has been issued on Herefordshire's out of hours GP service.
'It's just like before' - why Herefordshire homes plan was knocked back
A proposal to build five larger houses by a busy Herefordshire road has been knocked back – again.
Decision on 1am opening bid at this Herefordshire hotel
A Herefordshire hotel, pub and music venue has won its bid to hosts events till late, despite neighbours’ objections.
New festival to celebrate Herefordshire's past
A NEW festival will celebrate Herefordshire's past when it kicks off for the first time next year.
Herefordshire drink-driver handed alcohol rehab order
A HEREFORDSHIRE drink-driver has been sentenced and must attend rehabilitation for alcohol problems.
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