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NEWS | Emergency services are responding to a collision on a busy route in Herefordshire tonight
Emergency services are currently responding to a collision on a busy route in Herefordshire. The collision has occurred on the A438 (Hereford to Brecon Road) near Byford. The road is currently blocked in both directions. Emergency services are at the scene. Motorists are advised to use an alternative route. More soon.
NEWS | Motorists using the A49 between Woofferton and Ross-on-Wye (including Hereford) warned to expect disruption for several months with closures in place from tonight
From National Highways: Starting tonight we’re making safety improvements to the bends and junctions along the A49 between Woofferton and Llandinabo. We’re replacing roadside signage to ensure road users are better informed of the road layout, and that the bends and junctions are signed throughout. We’ll also renew road markings and install new traffic bollards […]
NEWS | Haberdashers’ Monmouth Prep Named a Microsoft Showcase School joining an elite group of 103 schools in the UK
Haberdashers’ Monmouth Prep has been named a Microsoft Showcase School for 2024-2025, joining an elite group of 103 schools in the UK and 609 globally. This recognition highlights the school’s leadership in digital innovation. The official Microsoft Showcase Schools list for 2024-2025 has been released, and we’re proud to announce that Haberdashers’ Monmouth Prep is […]
NEWS | Police are appealing for witnesses after two people died in a collision involving a car and a van
Police are appealing for witnesses after two people died in a collision in Oswestry. At around 5pm yesterday (Sunday 17 November), two vehicles have collided on the A5 near to the Mile End roundabout. A blue Peugeot estate had been travelling westbound towards Oswestry and a grey Renault box van had been travelling in the […]
FEATURED | A huge warehouse full of Christmas Trees and Decorations has opened and you can even meet Santa Claus over the coming weeks!
Did you know that there is a huge warehouse full of Christmas Trees and Festive Decorations that has opened just an hours drive from Hereford? Santa’s Coming to South Wales’ Largest Christmas Superstore! Have you visited the Festive Christmas Shop yet? Make this season magical by taking the family to meet Santa on these special […]
NEWS | Matalan will open its new store at the Old Market in Hereford on Saturday with entertainment throughout the day
Matalan has confirmed that its new store in Hereford will open on Saturday 23rd November. The store at the Old Market in Hereford will host a grand opening on this day with entertainment. A Matalan official confirmed the opening date to Your Herefordshire today. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗮𝘁 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱’𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝗢𝗹𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 […]
FEATURED | A brand new independent family-run cafe to open in Hereford soon – 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 […]
FEATURED | Have you visited Alfresco Grill in Hereford? From Breakfast to Salads and their Christmas Turkey Roll – they’ve got it all!
Have you visited Alfresco Grill in Hereford? If you haven’t, you’re missing out! Lou and the team provide a warm welcome at Bookers Car Park, just off College Road, near the junction with Roman Road in Hereford. From fabulous breakfast baps, to delicious salad meals and much more. They’ve got something for everyone. You’ll also […]
NEWS | Regional farmers will be at mass lobby to push for ‘devastating’ Budget decisions to be reversed
Farming leader Jane Bassett has said the NFU’s mass lobbying event will be a key moment to emphasise the devastating impact of the Budget and tax changes for family farms. The NFU Midlands regional chair will join farmers from Herefordshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire, Lincolnshire, Holland (Lincs), LNR (Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, Rutland), Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire in […]
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Storm Bert floods: road and school closures in Herefordshire
Roads and schools remain closed in Herefordshire after Storm Bert.
Thousands left without internet as Sky down in Herefordshire
Services were down between 8pm and 1am this morning in Herefordshire according to monitoring website Downdetector.
Full list: Herefordshire schools closed after flooding
A second Herefordshire school has announced it will be closed tomorrow, after today's floods. St Mary's Church of England Primary School in Credenhill will be closed tomorrow (November 25), due to road closures and staff shortages.
Herefordshire fire crews battle Storm Bert floods
HEREFORDSHIRE fire crews have spent the day battling floods across the county, including in their own fire station.
Herefordshire school closes after flooding concerns
A Herefordshire school has announced it will be closed tomorrow, after floods have consumed the county.
Two saved from Herefordshire floods by farmer and fire crew
Two people were rescued by a farmer and fire crew today after a car was stuck in floodwater on a main Herefordshire road. A spokesperson for Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service said they were called shortly before 3pm today to the A4103 near Newtown Crossroads after a car had become stuck in floodwater.
Flood-hit Hereford street "preparing for the worst"
LOCALS in a flood-hit Herefordshire street are preparing for the worst as they are warned of "imminent" flooding.
Storm Bert: flooding forces HUGE closure on A49 in Herefordshire
A HUGE road closure is in force on the A49 after Storm Bert caused heavy flooding.
Full list: road closures as Storm Bert floods hit Herefordshire
Roads are flooded in Herefordshire as Storm Bert wreaks havoc on the county.
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Storm Bert floods: road and school closures in Herefordshire
Roads and schools remain closed in Herefordshire after Storm Bert.
Thousands left without internet as Sky down in Herefordshire
Services were down between 8pm and 1am this morning in Herefordshire according to monitoring website Downdetector.
Full list: Herefordshire schools closed after flooding
A second Herefordshire school has announced it will be closed tomorrow, after today's floods. St Mary's Church of England Primary School in Credenhill will be closed tomorrow (November 25), due to road closures and staff shortages.
Herefordshire fire crews battle Storm Bert floods
HEREFORDSHIRE fire crews have spent the day battling floods across the county, including in their own fire station.
Herefordshire school closes after flooding concerns
A Herefordshire school has announced it will be closed tomorrow, after floods have consumed the county.
Two saved from Herefordshire floods by farmer and fire crew
Two people were rescued by a farmer and fire crew today after a car was stuck in floodwater on a main Herefordshire road. A spokesperson for Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service said they were called shortly before 3pm today to the A4103 near Newtown Crossroads after a car had become stuck in floodwater.
Flood-hit Hereford street "preparing for the worst"
LOCALS in a flood-hit Herefordshire street are preparing for the worst as they are warned of "imminent" flooding.
Storm Bert: flooding forces HUGE closure on A49 in Herefordshire
A HUGE road closure is in force on the A49 after Storm Bert caused heavy flooding.
Full list: road closures as Storm Bert floods hit Herefordshire
Roads are flooded in Herefordshire as Storm Bert wreaks havoc on the county.
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