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IN MEMORY | In Memory of Ron Morris who passed away peacefully aged 100 years old
In Memory of Ron Morris of Hinton in Hereford. Passed away peacefully on Monday 14th October 2024 aged 100 years. Devoted Dad to Rona and Jason and also a special Grandad to Max. The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Thursday 7th November 2024 at 12.15pm. No flowers by request please, if desired, donations in memory of Ron are for the R.N.L.I. These may be left at the service or sent to Serenity Funeral Services (Alistair Leary) 54 Catherine […]
FEATURED | Kids can try the UK’s Best Burger for FREE this half-term at The Beefy Boys in Hereford
This October half-term, The Beefy Boys have a wicked treat for parents and kids alike with their ‘Kids Eat Free’offer, running throughout the school holidays. To celebrate this fang-tastic offer, the cult burger restaurant has released a hilarious and heartwarming Halloween-themed video that is sure to strike a chord with exasperated parents. The video features […]
NEWS | Aldi has confirmed it will close all its stores for two days over Christmas to thank its colleagues once again for all their hard work
Aldi has confirmed it will close all its stores on Boxing Day to thank its colleagues once again for all their hard work. Britain’s fourth-largest supermarket will close on 25thand 26th December and reopen as usual on Friday 27th, so customers can pick up all the essentials for their New Year celebrations. Opening hours will vary […]
NEWS | A man has been charged on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving after a three-week-old baby was killed in a collision
A man has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving and causing serious injury by dangerous driving. The charges are in relation to a collision on the A451 between Kidderminster and Stourport yesterday (Saturday 26 October), where a three-week-old baby sadly died. Craig Nunn, aged 39, of Sandy Lane, Stourport will appear at Kidderminster […]
NEWS | A man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving after a three-week-old baby was killed in a collision
Officers are appealing for witnesses after a baby died following a collision on the A451 between Kidderminster and Stourport. The collision happened in the early hours of Saturday morning (Saturday 26 October) around 12:09am and involved a black Ford Focus and black Suzuki Vitara. Sadly the three-week-old baby, who was in the Suzuki Vitara, died […]
FEATURED | The Coffee Cart Company has opened a new cafe at Symonds Yat Rock
The Coffee Cart Company has opened a new cafe at Symonds Yat Rock! Enhancing the charm of this beloved spot, Symonds Yat Rock Cafe, in partnership with Forestry England, brings Hereford’s finest coffee culture to your outdoor adventure. The café proudly offers a full range of signature house blend coffees, handmade cakes, local pastries, and […]
NEWS | Emergency services are responding to a collision on the A49 near Leominster this evening
Emergency services are responding to a colllision on the A49 this evening. The collision has occurred on the A49 between Leominster and Ludlow. There are significant delays in the OK Diner area. There are also delays further up the A49 between Leominster and Ludlow due to temporary traffic lights at Ashton. West Mercia Police are […]
NEWS | A ‘terrorist’ with links to Hereford has been found guilty of attempting to murder an asylum seeker at a hotel
A man has been found guilty of an attempted murder following an attack on a man in April this year. Callum Parslow, aged 32, was arrested on 2 April after seriously injuring a 25-year-old Eritrean man at a hotel in Worcester. Parslow is understood to be originally from the Hereford area. The jury heard how […]
UK NEWS | A woman has today been sentenced after stabbing and killing her 10-year-old daughter
A woman has today been sentenced after killing her 10-year-old daughter at their home in Rowley Regis earlier this year. Shay Kang was tragically found dead at her home on Robin Close on 4 March after her mother, Jaskirat Kaur, called emergency services to report the death of her child. When officers arrived, Kaur, also […]
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New shop to open in Herefordshire town
A LOCAL charity has confirmed that it will be opening a brand new shop in Herefordshire.
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Tractor driver arrested after driving through flooded street
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Herefordshire petitioners backing fresh UK election top 10,000
More than 10,000 people in Herefordshire have signed a national petition calling for a fresh general election.
Morrisons customers can get a free doughnut this week - how to claim yours
Black Friday is being celebrated at Morrisons with free doughnuts for customers and reduced prices across a variety of items.
Plans announced to turn this landmark Herefordshire building into a KFC restaurant
Plans have been revealed to turn a former Herefordshire cinema and bingo hall into a KFC restaurant.
Harrys High Court claim against Daily Mail publisher could face trial in 2026
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'Potentially serious injuries' in Hereford main road crash
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Local news from Hereford Times
New shop to open in Herefordshire town
A LOCAL charity has confirmed that it will be opening a brand new shop in Herefordshire.
Tractor driver arrested after driving through flooded street
A TRACTOR driver has been arrested after he was filmed driving through the deep floodwater in the middle of the town, sending enormous waves crashing into businesses in Teme Street on Sunday, with many taking to social media to voice their disgust.
Herefordshire petitioners backing fresh UK election top 10,000
More than 10,000 people in Herefordshire have signed a national petition calling for a fresh general election.
Morrisons customers can get a free doughnut this week - how to claim yours
Black Friday is being celebrated at Morrisons with free doughnuts for customers and reduced prices across a variety of items.
Plans announced to turn this landmark Herefordshire building into a KFC restaurant
Plans have been revealed to turn a former Herefordshire cinema and bingo hall into a KFC restaurant.
'Potentially serious injuries' in Hereford main road crash
A MAN has been taken to hospital with potentially serious injuries after a crash in a busy Hereford road.
Teenager airlifted after Herefordshire lorry crash
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.
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
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