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FEATURED | A night of triumph for Leaven Pizza from Hereford at the National Italian Awards
Herefordshire-based Leaven Pizza had a hugely successful night at this year’s prestigious Italian Awards, celebrating the crème de la crème of Italian food purveyors across the UK. The popular pizza restaurant was named as a finalist in no less than six categories and proudly took home four major accolades. Leaven was highly commended in the sought-after Best Pizzeria category for the second consecutive year, solidifying its place amongst the finestItalian […]
FEATURED | Lord of the Wings: The Beefy Boys’ Superfan wins campaign to bring back banished menu item
Photo: Tom Q tucks into a selection of Beefy Boys’ Chicken Wings that he campaigned to bring back We can all relate to feeling nostalgic for things we once loved but can no longer indulge in, whether it’s the original Marathan Bars, Woolworths Pick ‘n’ Mix, or even longing for the return of our favourite […]
NEWS | Hereford shop owner shares positive update on West Mercia Police response to shoplifting
Paul Totney the owner of Cherries & Berries was delighted with Your Herefordshire’s recent article on combatting shoplifting in Hereford. “The police came to see us last week and we understand there will be a larger police prescence over the next few weeks. “Shoplifting has been a serious problem for us and we are glad […]
NEWS | A busy Herefordshire route will be closed for two weeks with motorists advised to plan ahead
Google Street View – March 2024 A busy Herefordshire route will be closed for two weeks, with motorists advised to plan ahead. GALLERY | Ten AMAZING photos of the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) over Herefordshire this evening! “Temporary Road Closure of the C1130 from Whitestone Business Park to Sheepcote Lodge due to private streetworks.” The […]
NEWS | A busy Hereford road will be resurfaced next month with delays expected
Google Street View – March 2024 A busy Hereford road will be resurfaced next month, with delays expected. Grandstand Road will be resurfaced in November. The latest in a series of roads in Herefordshire to see improvement works. GALLERY | Ten AMAZING photos of the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) over Herefordshire this evening! The resurfacing […]
GALLERY | Ten AMAZING photos of the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) over Herefordshire this evening!
Here are ten amazing photos of the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) across Herefordshire this evening. We’ve been treated to an incredible show! The aurora borealis, also known as the ‘northern lights’, is one of the most spectacular displays in the night sky. The aurora can be seen near the poles of both the northern and southern hemisphere. […]
MISSING | West Mercia Police launch urgent appeal to help find an ‘extremely vulnerable’ woman who has gone missing
Police are appealing for information to help find Michaela Lillie, who has been reported missing from the Worcester area. The 32-year-old was last seen in the Liverpool Road area at around 3pm today (Thursday 10 October). Michaela is described as white, of a large build, with blond/brown hair in a ponytail and 5ft 8ins tall. […]
NEWS | One of Herefordshire’s MPs is giving away a large chunk of her salary because it is ‘more than she needs’
Credit: Ian Morris One of Herefordshire’s MPs is giving away a large chunk of her salary because it is ‘more than she needs’. Dr Ellie Chowns, the Green MP for North Herefordshire, described the £91,346 annual MP salary as a ‘really large sum of money’ and ‘more than she has ever earned before’. She added: […]
FEATURED | Just a handful of tickets remain for a huge event that’s taking place at Hereford Cathedral next week
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 […]
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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.
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.
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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Newsquest Rewards gives digital and home delivery subscribers access to even more Black Friday savings at the likes of Currys, Tesco and more.
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