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Doubt Over Library Plan For Hereford Shirehall As Funding Board Withdraws Support
The board overseeing multi-million-pound funding for Hereford's Shirehall has withdrawn its support for the troubled library and learning centre project.
'ShopWatch' Project Leader Tells HHR Scheme Is "A Great Retroactive" Measure To Deter Retail Crime
A new banning scheme called "ShopWatch" has been launched in Hereford City Centre by the Hereford BID.
Protected Dormice And Newts Found Along Route Of Planned Hereford Bypass
An official report has confirmed that the route for the planned first phase of the Hereford Bypass is home to endangered hazel dormice, with great crested newts also recorded nearby.
Campaigners Warn Hereford Bypass Will Not Stop Traffic Congestion
Debate over the proposed Hereford Bypass has resurfaced at Herefordshire Council, with transport campaigners warning the new road will fail to reduce congestion.
Ewyas Harold Villagers Claim They Are Being "Abandoned" Following Flooding
Angry villagers turned out in force to express frustration at being "abandoned" nearly a year after devastating floods forced residents from their homes in Ewyas Harold.
Herefordshire Bus Operator Yeomans Travel Commits To Join Government Fare Cap Scheme Following Criticism
The decision follows earlier frustration expressed by local campaign groups and councillors over delays by Yeomans and Sargeants Brothers.
Plans Submitted For 20 Homes On Flood-Prone Lower Bullingham Site
A full planning application has been submitted to build 20 new homes on a flood-prone site in southeast Hereford.
4-Year Delay To Kington Primary School Crossing Sparks Backlash
A senior Herefordshire politician has voiced frustration over the local authority’s repeated delays in delivering agreed community infrastructure projects.
'ShopWatch' Scheme Launched In Hereford In Bid To Tackle Shoplifting
A new citywide banning scheme designed to tackle shoplifting and anti-social behaviour has been launched across Hereford city centre this week.
Over £350,000 Allocated For Hereford Junction Upgrade
Herefordshire Council has allocated nearly £400,000 to upgrade the traffic signal system at one of Hereford’s busiest city centre junctions.
BRTA CEO Tells HHR Reopening Hereford to Gloucester Rail Line Is "The Missing Link For This Area"
The British Regional Transport Association (BRTA), a national rail pressure group, is urging local authorities to work together on making the case for the reopening of the railway line.
Delays Push Back £57 Million of Herefordshire Infrastructure Work
Herefordshire Council is set to roll over nearly £57 million of its capital building budget into future financial years following project delays and contract renegotiations.
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INCIDENT | Police issue statement after the body of a missing child was found
An investigation continues after the body of a missing girl was found in Elmley Castle near Pershore. The 11-year-old girl was reported missing around 11.20pm on Sunday 4 October and was later sadly found deceased in the park near the cricket ground. Her family continue to be supported by specially trained officers. Chief Inspector Daniel […]
REVEALED | Ospreys Make History with First Successful Breeding in Herefordshire
A pair of Ospreys have made history in Herefordshire after successfully breeding in the county for the first time on record, raising three young to fledging. Image – G. Bilbao – Lugg Meadows April 2024 The fish eating birds, which have a wingspan of up to 1.8 metres (5.5ft), are distinctive for their brown upper […]
BREAKING NEWS | Police provide an update following the discovery of the body of an 11-year-old girl
An investigation continues after the body of a missing girl was found in Elmley Castle near Pershore. The 11-year-old girl was reported missing around 11.20pm yesterday evening (Sunday 4 October) and was later sadly found deceased in the park near the cricket ground. Her family continue to be supported by specially trained officers. Chief Inspector […]
Hereford Times News Headlines
Rape-accused to face trial after not guilty pleas
A man from Ledbury has appeared at Worcester Crown Court charged with committing a series of sexual offences between 2012 and 2018
Major road reopens after fuel spill causes 18-hour closure and two-mile tailbacks
A major road through Herefordshire has reopened after a diesel spill from a lorry caused 18 hours of disruption.
Cull ewes hit £220 at Builth as auctioneers report firmer trade
A 65kg lamb, owned by M. Drew & Son, was the top sale among 1,253 prime lambs auctioned on Friday, July 24.
National News Headlines
PM Offers Scotland More Powers In Bid To Move Past Old Politics Of Conflict
Andy Burnham said he wanted to “move beyond the old politics of conflict” as he offered to work with the SNP to deepen devolution in Scotland..
Teenage Hitman From Norway Locked Up For Plotting UK Murder For Iran Backed Gang
A teenage hitman from Norway has been locked up for 20 years for plotting a murder on British soil for an Iran-backed international crime gang for a “thrill”..
England Driven By Memory Of Semi Final Loss Ahead Of Tonga World Cup Opener
England captain George Williams is convinced his squad have learned the lessons of their heartbreaking 2022 semi-final defeat as they prepare for a potentially crucial opening game of the Rugby League World Cup against Tonga in Perth on Saturday..
