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TRAVEL | The A49 will be closed between Hereford and Leominster again tonight with a diversion in place
Google Street View – Image Date – July 2024 The A49 is closed between Hereford and Leominster tonight. The A49 is currently closed between Hereford (Starting Gate) and Leominster (Dinmore / A417). The closure is in place for National Highways drainage work. The closure will be in place on Monday night (14th), Tuesday night (15th) […]
NEWS | Hereford Fire Station is set to be demolished and rebuilt with crews moved to a temporary base in the city while work is carried out
Hereford will soon be getting a brand new fire station, after plans were approved by Herefordshire Council. The fire station will be located at the same location as the current one, on St Owen Street. A move to a temporary fire station, in the Holmer area of the city has been proposed, which would allow […]
FEATURED | Burger Shop Hereford giving away ‘100 FREE Burgers’ to mark their tenth birthday this month
Burger Shop Hereford have a fabulous offer available for customers on to celebrate their tenth birthday this month. Burger Shop Hereford will be giving away 100 FREE Burgers to celebrate this landmark birthday. Join the team at The Yard in Hereford from 6pm on Wednesday 16th October to grab your free burger. However, arrive early, […]
TRAVEL | The A49 is closed between Hereford and Leominster tonight with a diversion in place
Google Street View – Image Date – July 2024 The A49 is closed between Hereford and Leominster tonight. The A49 is currently closed between Hereford (Starting Gate) and Leominster (Dinmore / A417). The closure is in place for National Highways drainage work. The closure will be in place on Monday night (14th), Tuesday night (15th) […]
RURAL POINT OF VIEW | A New Voice in Politics: Ellie Chowns MP and the Future of Young People in Democracy
Exploring the impact of Ellie Chowns’ historic election win and her commitment to youth empowerment and community values. Lola Cook interviewed new North Herefordshire MP Dr Ellie Chowns in Hereford. By Lola Cook: As part of a series of articles exploring the connection between young people and democracy, I interviewed Ellie Chowns MP to gauge […]
NEWS | Police would like to speak to a man following an incident that occurred in Ludlow
Officers would like to speak with this man to help with their enquiries into a theft that happened on Friday (11 October) in Ludlow, Shropshire. The theft happened when the victim left their phone and card holder in a shopping trolley around 11:30am outside the Tesco store on Corve Street. The suspect has then used […]
FEATURED | The stunning Herefordshire kitchen that offers a superb breakfast and lunch menu that’s sure to impress!
The stunning Herefordshire kitchen that offers a superb breakfast and lunch menu that’s sure to impress. The Shed Bar & Kitchen, located at Leominster Golf Club is open from 8.00am seven days of the week. Eat in or take out. Book your breakfast through Leominster Golf Club when paying for your golf. Open every day […]
NEWS | The Downs Malvern win small independent school of the year
An ambitious outdoor programme featuring a smallholding, award-winning gardens, a farming club, market garden and a fruit-tree planting scheme has seen a Worcestershire school named Small Independent School of the Year. The Downs Malvern (TDM) scooped the prestigious accolade at a ceremony in London this week, beating competition from schools across the UK. The school […]
FEATURED | 708 pupils from across Herefordshire attend Values Festival at Hereford Leisure Centre
On Tuesday, October 8th, 708 pupils attended the Herefordshire School Games Values Festival, held at Hereford Leisure Centre! The Values Festival has been running for 4 years; designed to celebrate the values of the national programme. Centred around the School Games values of respect, teamwork, passion, self-belief and determination, young people took part in different sports and activities, each one aimed at developing skills, confidence and giving young people a […]
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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