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NEWS | Emergency services responding to a serious collision on the A49 this evening 

Emergency services are responding to a serious collision on the A49 this evening. The collision has occurred between Ashton (Herefordshire) and Woofferton (Shropshire). West Mercia Police and West Midlands Ambulance Service are at the scene. The road is currently blocked in both directions. Motorists are advised to use an alternative route. More soon.

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FEATURED | A brand new independent family-run cafe to open in Hereford – with discounts for students and Blue Light card holders 

This winter, Sugar Shack Bakery, an independent family-run café, is set to open its doors in Old Market, Hereford, offering a friendly, welcoming atmosphere alongside handmade, mouthwatering treats.  Known for their delicious brownies, cookies and artisan coffee, Sugar Shack bakery is set to become the new go-to coffee destination for locals and visitors alike. Founded […]

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NEWS | Emergency services were called to a serious single vehicle collision overnight 

Emergency services were called to a serious single vehicle collision overnight. The collision occurred on the B4555 in South Shropshire. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “PC Nolan assisted Bridgnorth Response PC Richards this evening 12/10/2024 in dealing with a single vehicle road traffic collision on the B4555 at its junction with Covert Lane […]

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NEWS | Over £1,500 raised to help homelessness in Herefordshire

On Friday evening at the Left Bank in Hereford, a group of people slept out to raise funds for homelessness in the county. Despite near freezing conditions and heavy rain in the early hours, the group successfully completed the sleep out. So far over £1,500 has been raised and that amount is still rising. If […]

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JOBS | Asda have a number of job vacancies available at its store in Hereford 

Asda have a number of job vacancies available at its store in Hereford. These include: Service Colleague – https://www.asda.jobs/jobs/service-colleague-in-hereford.8416 Pharmacist – https://www.asda.jobs/jobs/pharmacist-in-hereford.8366 Pharmacy Practice Manager – https://www.asda.jobs/jobs/pharmacy-practice-manager-in-hereford.8365 Service Colleague Nights – https://www.asda.jobs/jobs/service-colleague-nights-in-hereford.8256 Service Colleague (Holmer Road) – https://www.asda.jobs/jobs/service-colleague-in-hereford.8261 NEWS | Asda announces important information about Christmas food deliveries with customers able to book slots very soon More information – https://www.asda.jobs ‘When […]

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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.

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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.

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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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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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