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- Shop raided as police seize £17k in cash and hundreds of illegal cigarettes: Police have seized £17k in cash and hundreds of illegal cigarettes and illicit tobacco from a shop in Leominster, West Mercia, following a police raid on Rayan Mini Market in Drapers Lane in the Midlands. The raid was prompted by community concerns about the suspected illegal sale of products at the store. Officers from Leominsters and Herefordshire Trading Standards supported the search, while Griff the tobacco detection dog was deployed to assist in searches. In total, 157 pouches of illegal hand rolling tobacco and 406 packets of cigarettes were recovered. The total duty evasion for these items has been calculated at £9,704.78. An interim closure order has been placed at the shop pending a hearing at Hereford Magistrates Court, where a further closure order is sought.3 December 20251:51 PM
- Chance to buy landmark city church closes soon: St Nicholas' Church, a Grade II Listed church in Herefordshire, has attracted interest in buying the building, which is one of the most prominent buildings in the city, aside from the cathedral. The agents have been pleased with the interest shown and are open to hearing from any other interested parties before the Expressions of Interest deadline on December 12. The church, built around 1842, could be used for worship, community facilities, arts and crafts, music or drama centre, museum, sports, or light industrial and housing. The guide prices for the church and its replacement are £275,000 and £175,000 respectively.3 December 20255:00 AM
- James Morrison Adds Extra Dates To 'Undiscovered' 20th Anniversary UK Tour Due To Demand: James Morrison has added additional dates to his UK tour celebrating the 20th anniversary of his debut album, 'Undiscovered'. Additional performances will include Southend's Cliffs Pavilion on May 4 and Manchester's O2 Apollo on May 7. He has also confirmed a new show at Stockton's Globe on May 6. The tour will also feature performances at the Live At Iveagh Gardens series and the Galway International Arts Festival. Tickets go on general sale on Friday (December 5).2 December 202510:47 AM
- New facilities open after major expansion works: The expansion of the Eveson Centre in Hereford has been completed, allowing National Star to provide specialist education, therapy and support for up to 45 students. The project was partly funded by the Eveon Trust. The extension includes two new classrooms, two new personal care rooms, a multi-skills kitchen and a large amount of work. The Mayor of Hereford, Councillor Dan Powell, officially opened the extension during a special ceremony.2 December 20255:00 AM
- Casualty taken to hospital after car overturns in busy street: The crash occurred in Hereford's College Road, with one of the vehicles overturned and one person taken to hospital. The man was treated for injuries not believed to be serious. Police and the public were joined at the scene by the police to manage the incident.1 December 20251:03 PM
- Hereford Lions Santa: when sleigh will visit your street: Hereford Lions is set to bring Father Christmas to Hereford and the local villages around the city again this year. The charity's sleigh has been upgraded with a satellite tracker to allow anyone to track the man in red as close to real time as possible. However, they have warned that volunteers will need to ensure the safety of all their volunteers.
- Car ends up on its side after crash in busy street: The accident occurred on the night of November 20 at 9.42pm on the busy street of Hereford's College Road, involving two vehicles. The male victim was removed from his vehicle and transferred to the care of the ambulance service. The incident occurred shortly after midnight.1 December 20259:41 AM
- Taft’s long-range penalty clinches derby for Luctonians: The traditional local derby between Hereford and Luctonians saw a thrilling match, with volunteers helping to secure a wet Wyeside ground for the first time. Despite numerous opportunities, only the visitors managed to score a score and a long-distance penalty goal. Hereford's head coach, Dean Powell, admitted that his team started poorly and kicked away possession early on, but managed to maintain control of the game. The Luctanians had significant possession and field position throughout the first half, but Hereford struggled to maintain their position in their own half. The game was marked by physicality and intense competition, with both teams showing dominance in the first and second half.1 December 20258:50 AM
National News Headlines
'Boutique' private health care clinic to open in city centre
A new private healthcare clinic is set to open in one of the city's most popular streets, providing a "boutique" service to clients.
'Horse-powered' cider turned into 'delicious' brandy
Fair Oak Cider partners with Charles Martell to create horse-powered Herefordshire cider brandy, crafted in a traditional mill and distilled at Dymock.
Monty Don's crucial tips for Christmas trees as festive season begins
The 70-year-old, who presents the long-running BBC programme from his Longmeadow home in Herefordshire, has previously released advice on how best to prolong the life of Christmas trees.
'Predatory and dangerous' rapist jailed for 13 years for 'evil' crimes
A "predatory" and dangerous rapist from a Herefordshire market town who thought of his victims as "less than human" has been jailed.
Pictures: shocking fire that sparked bus company ban
A DRAMATIC video shows the fire that sparked an investigation which has seen a bus company banned.
Pub to reopen this evening as new landlords take charge
A WYE Valley Brewery pub in Bromyard, the Rose & Lion, is set to reopen this evening with new landlords at the helm.
Cathedral City issues update on popular product after 'panic' from shoppers
Cathedral City has provided an update on its lactose-free cheddar, sold in Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda and more, after fears it has been 'discontinued'.
‘Deep disappointment’ as new Herefordshire SEND schools funding axed
Herefordshire Green MP Ellie Chowns says she will press the Government to reverse its decision to axe funding for two special school projects in the county.
Nightclub owner is told 'overbearing' signs will have to go
A Herefordshire night club owner says he is “disappointed and surprised” to be told he will have to remove signs at two neighbouring venues at a prominent Hereford spot – which the council says are “intrusive” and “not in keeping.”
Your Herefordshire News Headlines
NEWS | Passengers advised train timetables will be updated this weekend and to check before they travel
West Midlands Railway (WMR) is advising passengers to check their journey times ahead of the upcoming national timetable change this weekend. From Sunday 14 December, departure times and frequencies on some routes will change as part of a national twice-yearly timetable update. This includes an amendment to calling patterns at Duddeston station on the Cross […]
NEWS | A Hereford man has been convicted of drug dealing and handed a suspended sentence at court
A Hereford man has been convicted of drug dealing and handed a suspended sentence at court. Jamie Buckland, 22, of St Owen Gate, Hereford was given a total of 22 months, suspended for two years, when he appeared before Worcester Crown Court on Friday 5 December. Buckland was found guilty of being concerned in the […]
NEWS | A dangerous driver kidnapped a woman, injured a man who was crossing the road and later set fire to the car in an attempt to destroy evidence
A dangerous driver kidnapped a woman, injured a man who was crossing the road and later set fire to the car in an attempt to destroy evidence. James Liddle was driving a Volkswagen Golf car when he struck the pedestrian in Somerton Road, Newport, at around 2.20am on Monday 25 August. The 23-year-old, from Newport, […]
NEWS | NHS warning that it is facing ‘worst case scenario’ December amid ‘super flu’ surge
Flu hospitalisations have surged by more than half in just one week, plunging the NHS into a “worst case scenario” situation for December, new figures reveal today. An average of 2,660 patients per day were in a hospital bed with flu last week – the highest ever for this time of year and up 55% […]
BREAKING NEWS | A Herefordshire Primary School has announced it will be closed today due to an electricity issue
A Herefordshire primary school has announced that it will be closed today due to an electricity issue. Leintwardine Primary School shared the following update on the Herefordshire Council school closures page: ‘Due to an electricity issue, school will be closed today. ‘We are really sorry for the inconvenience. ‘We will update parents as soon as […]
NEWS | A woman has died following a serious collision
A woman has died following a serious collision in Gloucestershire on Wednesday afternoon (10 December). Emergency services were called to Arlington Pike in Bibury just before 12.10pm with a report of a collision involving a pedestrian and the driver of a car. The pedestrian, a woman in her 80s, was pronounced dead at the scene. […]
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
