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UK NEWS | ‘Carbon Monoxide Poisoning’ being treated as primary line of enquiry following death of three residents at a care home
Dorset Police has released a statement in relation to the tragic incident at a care home in Swanage. Chief Superintendent Heather Dixey said: “At 7.16am on Wednesday 23 October 2024 we received a report regarding three residents who had been found deceased at the Gainsborough Care Home in Ulwell Road. “This prompted a large multi-agency […]
NEWS | A number of properties are without power in Hereford this evening
A number of properties are without power in Hereford this evening. The properties are in the Three Elms / Bobblestock area of the city. National Grid has confirmed that the following postcodes are affected: HR4 7RA, HR4 9LT, HR4 9LU, HR4 9LX, HR4 9QH, HR4 9TJ, HR4 9TP. Power is expected to be restored to all properties by 8.30pm. For more information, […]
IN MEMORY | In Memory of David Thomas Price who has passed away aged 90 years old
In Memory of David Thomas Price. Passed away on 10th October 2024 aged 90 years. Much loved & missed by his Wife Heather, family & friends both young and old. The funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium on Monday 4th November commencing at 1.15pm. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations in memory of David are for Midlands Air Ambulance which may be left at the funeral service or sent to Serenity […]
IN MEMORY | In loving memory of John Sidney Clive Morris who passed away peacefully at Hereford County Hospital
In loving memory of John Sidney Clive Morris who passed away peacefully at Hereford County Hospital on Sunday 6th October 2024 with his beloved wife Carole by his side. John will be lovingly missed by Carole, his daughters Samantha and Sara, his Grandchildren and all his family and friends. The funeral service will take place on […]
RUGBY | Taunton Titans used their superior nous against a miss-firing Luctonians to gain a well-earned victory on the road
Photo Credit: Andrew Hargraves Luctonians RFC vs Taunton RFCSaturday 19th October 2024 – Mortimer ParkMatch Report by Geoff Vickress Full time score – Luctonians RFC 12 – 23 Taunton RFC Man of the Match – James Mear Taunton Titans used their superior nous against a miss-firing Luctonians to gain a well-earned victory on the road. […]
IN MEMORY | In Memory of Mary Young who passed away peacefully on Tuesday 8th October aged 96 years
In Memory of Mary Young. Formerly of Moor Farm Lane, Hereford. Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 8th October 2024 at Coldwell’s House, aged 96 years. Wife of the late Gerry. A loving Aunt to Alan & Chris, Great Aunt to Greg & Darren. She will be sadly missed by her wider family. The funeral service will take […]
IN MEMORY | In Memory of John Catchpole (Jac) of Hereford
In Memory of John Catchpole (Jac) of Hereford. Passed away unexpectedly on Thursday 10th October 2024 aged 89 years. Husband of the late Maisie, Dad to Tony & David & a Grandfather & Great Grandfather. A private funeral will take place. All enquiries to Serenity Funeral Services (Alistair Leary) 54 Catherine Street, Hereford HR1 2DU. Tel: 01432 800353.
JOBS | Major drive to fill 26,000 festive jobs launched by Tesco
If you’re looking for a job over the festive period then Tesco is keen to hear from you. This year the supermarket is recruiting 26,000 temporary colleagues to help customers during the busy Christmas period. As with other years, these UK-wide roles, in Tesco’s Superstores and Extra stores, will include picking for online deliveries and store […]
IN MEMORY | In Memory of David ‘Dave’ Robert Craig
Born in Nottingham in 1953. Moved to Hereford in childhood. Attended St Martins Primary School and then Redhill Secondary school. He played football locally for Hereford Lads Club in an era where they produced some fantastic players. He was then one of the pioneering local ‘backpackers’ of the 1970’s, travelling and living in the likes of Canada and Israel. Upon returning […]
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Royal Mint rare 20p coin selling for 300 times its face value - how to spot
A rare 20p coin, known as a "mule coin", was sold for £60 this week after inspiring a mini bidding war between keen coin collectors
Major supermarkets back call to ban cages for UK hens
Major supermarkets and food industry leaders have backed calls for the Government to ban cages for egg-laying hens..
NHS sees fewer new dental patients after recovery plan report
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Supermarket shoppers urged to shop around despite ‘genuine savings’ in loyalty prices
The CMA analysed the loyalty pricing of Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, Waitrose and Co-op.
BBC Gardeners' World's Monty Don 'rushed' to hospital and cancels tour dates
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Ben Stokes says he is managing back end of career
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Local news from Hereford Times
Royal Mint rare 20p coin selling for 300 times its face value - how to spot
A rare 20p coin, known as a "mule coin", was sold for £60 this week after inspiring a mini bidding war between keen coin collectors
Supermarket shoppers urged to shop around despite ‘genuine savings’ in loyalty prices
The CMA analysed the loyalty pricing of Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, Waitrose and Co-op.
BBC Gardeners' World's Monty Don 'rushed' to hospital and cancels tour dates
BBC Gardeners' World star Monty Don says he was 'rushed' to hospital at the weekend and has had to cancel some tour dates, in a video on Instagram.
Do I need a TV Licence to watch Netflix? All the rules explained
With the TV Licence costing £169.50, many of us will be hoping we do not need to purchase one
Famous TV presenter helping Hereford teenager to restore much-loved boat
A TV star will be visiting Hereford's Left Bank later this week to share personal anecdotes with a local audience.
Anger at permit for 'potentially catastrophic' AD plant on Herefordshire farm
Local campaigners are angry that a controversial planned anaerobic digester (AD) at a Herefordshire farm has been quietly given an environmental permit.
Abusive Herefordshire woman admits causing fear of violence
AN ABUSIVE Herefordshire woman has been fined after causing fear of or provoking unlawful violence.
Van man banned from the roads after admitting drink-driving
A DRIVER has been banned from the roads for 17 months after admitting a drink-driving offence before Hereford magistrates.
Why Herefordshire chiefs won't be paying for these people to travel
Calls for free bus travel for young people in Herefordshire have been dismissed – for now.
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