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Ledbury Town Council Passes Motion To Reduce St Katherine's Square Business Rates
Ledbury Town Council have passed a motion to reduce the cost of hiring St Katherine's Square for small traders.
Herefordshire Water Supply Pressures Following Hot Weather
Following the period of hot weather, rivers which flow through Herefordshire are experiencing particularly low water levels.
Herefordshire Market Towns Lose Out On "Town Of Culture" Shortlist
In early 2026, the Herefordshire market towns of Leominster, Ledbury and Ross-On-Wye made applications to become the UK's very first "Town of Culture" in 2028.
Herefordshire Council Issues Safety Warning Over Lithium Battery Disposal
A safety warning has been issued after a fire broke out inside a bin lorry during collections in Herefordshire last week.
New £7-Million Health Centre In Leominster To Open On The 4th Of July 2026
The new Marsh Court Health Centre in Leominster is to be officially opened on Saturday the 4th of July by Prof Sir Sam Everington.
Consultation Launched Over 156-Home Housing Development
A new housing development at Marsh Farm in Ross-On-Wye has been proposed by Landra Developments.
Your Herefordshire News Headlines
JAILED | A man has been jailed for various sexual offences following a Police investigation
A man has been jailed for various sexual offences following a South Wales Police investigation David Pincott, 42 from Pentre was sentenced to four years and eight months in prison following his conviction. The sentencing took place on Thursday July 9 at Cardiff Crown Court when Pincott changed his plea to guilty for attempting to […]
INCIDENT | Police appeal for witnesses after a young man died in a collision involving two cars
Officers are appealing for witnesses after a man died in a collision in Bewdley on Friday 17 July. Officers were called to Ribblesford Road (B4194) at around 10.25am to a collision involving two cars. Despite best efforts of emergency services, a man in his 20s died at the scene. His next of kin has been […]
INCIDENT | Police appeal for witnesses after a young man died in a collision involving two cars
Officers are appealing for witnesses after a man died in a collision in Bewdley on Friday 17 July. Officers were called to Ribblesford Road (B4194) at around 10.25am to a collision involving two cars. Despite best efforts of emergency services, a man in his 20s died at the scene. His next of kin has been […]
Hereford Times News Headlines
Couple celebrate diamond wedding anniversary
A LEDBURY couple are celebrating their diamond wedding anniversary today. David Mitchell and Pauline Sparrey met at the former Canon Frome School and went on to marry at St James the Great Church at Colwall on June 4, 1966.
Air cadets celebrate a year of achievement and community support
151 Leominster Squadron RAF Air Cadets recently held its annual general meeting, celebrated another year of achievement and community support.
Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Ted Lasso and Merlin star Anthony Head dies aged 72
Anthony Head, best known for his role as Rupert Giles in the cult TV series Buffy the Vampire Slayer, has died aged 72.
National News Headlines
Widow Of Pc Harper Says It Is Deplorable That Two Killers Could Be Freed Early
The widow of police officer Andrew Harper has said it is “deplorable” that two of his killers are being considered for early release..
Ex Southern Water Boss Charged With Conspiracy To Defraud Over Water Tests
The former chief executive of Southern Water has been charged with conspiracy to defraud authorities over allegations he was involved in a plan to manipulate water quality tests to avoid millions of pounds in penalties.
Santander Vows Not To Shut More Branches Before 2028
Santander UK has pledged not to shut any more branches across its network and those of recently-acquired rival TSB before 2028, despite plans to cut costs further over the rest of the year..
Pete Trigg Wins!
Congratulations to Pete Trigg who has been recognised as Volunteer of the year at the Hereford Times Heath & Social Care Awards back in 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 broadcasts every Sunday from 9am
