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FLOODING | Full list of closed roads in Herefordshire with updates on routes that have now reopened
River levels on the River Lugg and River Wye in Herefordshire have peaked this morning. Although, the Lugg is still to peak between Bodenham and Hereford. Levels on the Wye in Hereford peaked at around 4.9 metres overnight but some riverside paths are underwater, as well as the usual prone spots like Watery Lane. Road […]
NEWS | A Herefordshire primary school will remain closed on Monday due to flooding
Peterchurch Primary School has announced that it will remain closed on Monday next week following flooding on Wednesday. An update shared on Friday afternoon said: “Due to the flooding of the school, despite the efforts of staff and external teams we will not be ready to open on Monday 21st October.” Earlier Update Below: An email […]
IN MEMORY | In loving memory of Heather Jones from Leominster who passed away on 28th September 2024 aged 66 years
In loving memory of Heather Jones from Leominster who passed away on 28th September 2024 aged 66 years. Loving wife, mum and nanny, she will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Funeral service will take place on Monday 28th October 2024 at Shobdon Church at 11.30am followed by a private Committal at Hereford Crematorium at 1.15pm We invite […]
NEWS | Police appeal for information following an incident involving two men carrying machetes in Malvern
Officers would like to speak with this man to help with their enquiries into violent disorder on Worcester Road in Malvern. The incident happened around 12:30pm on 29 September when a group of around eight men gathered outside The Bakery. There was an altercation between two men carrying machetes. Nobody was injured, and all the […]
NEWS | Horror as car seen driving on the wrong side of the carriageway towards oncoming traffic on the A40 near Ross-on-Wye
Image – Google Street View A woman has described her horror at seeing a vehicle driving the wrong way down the A40 near Ross-on-Wye on Thursday evening. In a post on social media, Vicky said: “Awful experience last night heading back from Monmouth on A40 to be met by a car driving the wrong way […]
NEWS | A Leominster shop is to close its doors after roadworks caused significant drop in footfall
A popular Leominster shop has taken the decision to close its doors, blaming roadworks in the town for a significant fall in footfall. Melon and Co, based on West Street in Leominster posted the following update on social media this morning. “Sad News Alert – Morning everyone. “As you all know, we have a bricks […]
FEATURED | Two time European Cup winning Liverpool FC legend to visit Westfields Football Club tomorrow evening and a limited number of tickets remain
A two time European Cup winning Liverpool FC legend to visit Westfields Football Club on Saturday 19th October. Alan Kennedy will visit Allpay Park to talk all things Liverpool FC and football in general. Alan Kennedy won five league titles and two European Cup trophies in his time at Anfield. If you haven’t got a […]
IN MEMORY | In Memory of Irene Jones who passed away peacefully on Friday 11th October
JONES Irene Patricia of Newton Farm, HerefordPassed away peacefully at home on Friday 11th October aged 93 years. Loving wife of the late Edwin Samuel Jones and much loved mum of Beverley, Lesley, Christopher, Simon and Tracie and her many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral service will take place at Belmont Abbey at 11.00am on […]
NEWS | Two Herefordshire primary schools have confirmed that they will remain closed today due to flooding
Peterchurch Primary School has announced that it will be closed for the rest of the week following flooding on Wednesday. An email sent to parents on Wednesday afternoon said: “Thank you to everyone for your support and understanding with the school closure this morning. “All staff and pupils have now got home safely. “Unfortunately, due […]
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Israel plans to appeal against ICC arrest warrants for alleged Gaza war crimes
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahus office has said Israel plans to appeal against the International Criminal Courts recent decision to issue arrest warrants against him and his former defence minister over alleged crimes against humanity in Gaza..
Three Americans held for years in China released White House says
Three American citizens imprisoned for years by China have been released, the White House said..
Starmer declines to repeat Chancellors pledge of no more borrowing or tax hikes
Sir Keir Starmer has sidestepped calls to repeat Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledge of no more borrowing or tax rises following the Budget..
Elderly man and woman injured in A49 crash
AN ELDERLY man and woman with injuries have been taken to hospital after a crash.
Second man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after girl hurt in shooting
A second man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after an eight-year-old girl was seriously hurt in a shooting..
Man arrested after investigation into viral videos of women on nights out
A man has been arrested by police investigating viral videos of women taken on nights out..
Well wishes pour in after Herefordshire's Monty Don 'rushed' to hospital
BBC Gardeners' World star Monty Don has revealed he was "rushed" to hospital over the weekend for treatment, as he gave fans a health update.
Amazing prizes to win in this week’s advent competition
The festive season just got a whole lot more exciting with the second week of our advent competition series. Each week, readers have the chance to win incredible prizes to make this Christmas unforgettable.
Kim Leadbeater defends assisted dying Bill in face of efforts to stop it
The MP behind the assisted dying Bill has insisted it is taking absolutely the right route through Parliament after it was criticised as an utterly inadequate way to deal with the controversial issue..
Local news from Hereford Times
Elderly man and woman injured in A49 crash
AN ELDERLY man and woman with injuries have been taken to hospital after a crash.
Well wishes pour in after Herefordshire's Monty Don 'rushed' to hospital
BBC Gardeners' World star Monty Don has revealed he was "rushed" to hospital over the weekend for treatment, as he gave fans a health update.
Amazing prizes to win in this week’s advent competition
The festive season just got a whole lot more exciting with the second week of our advent competition series. Each week, readers have the chance to win incredible prizes to make this Christmas unforgettable.
Drivers stuck in standstill traffic after crash on Herefordshire's A49
There is currently standstill traffic on the A49 at Dinmore.
Why Herefordshire's budget overspend is still stubbornly high
Herefordshire is heading towards a 10-million-pound overspend this financial year – but bosses say this figure still be reined back to £2 million.
How Worcestershire's MPs voted for the smoking ban
Worcestershire's six MPs have shared their votes for the Tobacco and Vapes Bill during its second reading in Parliament.
Woman injured in crash on major Hereford roundabout
Emergency services have been called to a crash on the Asda roundabout in Hereford.
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.
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