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NEWS | Family pay tribute to man who “lived life to the full” following a fatal two vehicle collision
The family of a man who died in a collision on the A433 Tetbury Road in Cirencester earlier this month have paid tribute and described him as someone who “lived life to the full.” Tony Stepp, aged in his 50s and from South Cerney, died in a two-vehicle collision which involved his Honda motorcycle and […]
NEWS | Emergency services responding to a collision on a busy route in Hereford this afternoon
Emergency services responding to a collision on a busy route in Hereford this afternoon. The collision has occurred on Walnut Tree Avenue and is causing delays. This is causing backlogs onto Ross Road and Belmont Road. West Mercia Police and West Midlands Ambulance Service are in attendance. Motorists are advised to use an alternative route. […]
NEWS | A man has been jailed for eight months for causing unnecessary suffering to his dog by cutting his throat with a knife and killing him
A man has been jailed for eight months for causing unnecessary suffering to his dog by cutting his throat with a knife. David William Betley (Dob: 23/05/1966) of Mill Avenue, Broadway, appeared at Worcester Magistrates’ Court on Friday (11 October). He was sentenced to eight months in prison (four months for each count – running […]
FEATURED | HUGE four night event to take place at Hereford Cathedral this week with thousands of visitors expected in Hereford
Photo Credit: Ian Jebb Visit Hereford Cathedral this October and step out into Space, the cathedral’s first sound and light installation, produced by Luxmuralis. A spectacular light show experience will transform the inside of Hereford Cathedral on the evenings of Wednesday 16 October – Saturday 19 October 2024. Space will invite visitors to experience the […]
WEATHER WARNING | Met Office issues weather warning with flooding expected on Wednesday in some areas
The Met Office has issued a weather warning for Herefordshire, with flooding expected in some areas on Wednesday. The Met Office warning for Herefordshire on Wednesday says: “Areas of heavy rain are expected to develop and push north across the warning area. “Rain will develop in southwest England late afternoon, before becoming heavier and expanding […]
NEWS | An NHS Dental Clinic in Hereford has confirmed that it has a new telephone number after patients struggled to get in contact
Imperial Dental (Pool Farm Cottages, Belmont Road, Hereford, HR2 7JZ) have confirmed that they have a new telephone number for patients. Imperial Dental Practice in Hereford now has a new phone number 01432 345232. It comes after patients reported that they were having issues with contacting the Practice over recent weeks. A sign outside Imperial […]
NEWS | Outline planning application in place for a new care home near a popular pub on the outskirts of Hereford
An outline planning application has been submitted to Herefordshire Council for a new care home near a popular pub on the outskirts of Hereford. The application, made by Muller Property Group states: “Outline planning application for the development of a care home (Use Class C2), including detail of appearance, access, layout and scale with landscaping […]
NEWS | Major traffic calming measures – including a 20mph speed limit – could be introduced on Grandstand Road in Hereford if housing development gets the go-ahead
Google Street View – Image Date – August 2023 There could be a new cycle lane and traffic calming measures along Grandstand Road and Yazor Road, as well as improvements to infrastructure on Whitecross Roundabout and along Three Elms Road, if plans to build 350 new homes near Whitecross School in Hereford are approved. The […]
RUGBY | Luctonians tasted defeat for the first time this season on Saturday in Cornwall
Picture – Owen Randell scoring – Photography Mike Freeman Redruth RFC vs Luctonians RFCSaturday 12th October 2024 Match Report by Alex Smith Man of the Match – Caleb Montgomery League Table – https://www.ncarugby.com/national-2-west-table/ Luctonians tasted defeat for the first time this season last Saturday down in Cornwall, as they lost 38-29 at Redruth, and with it surrendered […]
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Latest updates: crash on A49 bridge in Hereford
There is a crash on Greyfriars Bridge in Hereford
Mystery after bus stolen from Hereford city centre
A HEREFORDSHIRE company is appealing for information after one of their buses was stolen from Hereford city centre.
Former Tory MP Dame Andrea Jenkyns joins Reform UK
Former Conservative MP Dame Andrea Jenkyns has joined Reform UK and will run to be mayor of Lincolnshire..
Man dies after 'medical emergency' on Herefordshire road
A man has died following a medical emergency near a main Herefordshire road. A spokesperson for West Midlands Ambulance Service has said they were called to a medical emergency at the junction of Pierrepont Road and the A44 in Leominster shortly after 2pm yesterday.
Gregg Wallace stepping away from MasterChef amid external review
Gregg Wallace is to step away from presenting BBC cooking show MasterChef while complaints made by individuals about historical allegations of misconduct are externally reviewed..
Herefordshire's Monty Don gives health update after being rushed to hospital
CELEBRITY gardener Monty Don has given fans an update after he was rushed to hospital and forced to cancel his tour dates.
Revealed: Where you can see Hereford Lions Club's Santa sleigh
THIS year, Father Christmas will once again be visiting Hereford and the surrounding areas, thanks to Hereford Lions Club.
Popular Hereford beer festival CANCELLED
Herefordshire CAMRA, organisers of the popular Beer on the Wye festival, have announced the event will not be running in 2025. The annual riverside festival, that has taken place in a marquee at Hereford Rowing Club since 2005, was due to take place next July.
Fire crews called to rescue at Herefordshire bridge
The Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service boat crew from Hereford Fire Station was called at 10:38 on 26 November to the rescue of a small animal from water on the A438 at Lugwardine Bridge. Five sheep had been moved to safety by a member of the public. There were no casualties and no other emergency services were required. The incident was marked as pending closure at 11:03.
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Latest updates: crash on A49 bridge in Hereford
There is a crash on Greyfriars Bridge in Hereford
Mystery after bus stolen from Hereford city centre
A HEREFORDSHIRE company is appealing for information after one of their buses was stolen from Hereford city centre.
Man dies after 'medical emergency' on Herefordshire road
A man has died following a medical emergency near a main Herefordshire road. A spokesperson for West Midlands Ambulance Service has said they were called to a medical emergency at the junction of Pierrepont Road and the A44 in Leominster shortly after 2pm yesterday.
Herefordshire's Monty Don gives health update after being rushed to hospital
CELEBRITY gardener Monty Don has given fans an update after he was rushed to hospital and forced to cancel his tour dates.
Opening date revealed for new Herefordshire shop
A LOCAL charity has given an opening date for its brand new store in Ross-On-Wye. The Midlands Air Ambulance Charity (MAAC) recently announced it would be coming to the market town, and has now revealed its new shop will be based on Gloucester Road. In a post on Facebook, the charity announced the grand opening of the store, which will be on December 20.
Revealed: Where you can see Hereford Lions Club's Santa sleigh
THIS year, Father Christmas will once again be visiting Hereford and the surrounding areas, thanks to Hereford Lions Club.
Popular Hereford beer festival CANCELLED
Herefordshire CAMRA, organisers of the popular Beer on the Wye festival, have announced the event will not be running in 2025. The annual riverside festival, that has taken place in a marquee at Hereford Rowing Club since 2005, was due to take place next July.
Fire crews called to rescue at Herefordshire bridge
The Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service boat crew from Hereford Fire Station was called at 10:38 on 26 November to the rescue of a small animal from water on the A438 at Lugwardine Bridge. Five sheep had been moved to safety by a member of the public. There were no casualties and no other emergency services were required. The incident was marked as pending closure at 11:03.
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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