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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
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When and where to see Christmas tractor run today
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Flooding expected as weather warning issued
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Live: flooding warning as alerts issued for rivers across county
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Small red-listed bird spotted at county National Trust property
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Your Herefordshire News Headlines
BREAKING NEWS | Emergency services called to incident in Herefordshire village with more than 400 homes without power
Emergency services are responding to an incident in Moreton-on-Lugg this morning. West Mercia Police and Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service are at the scene. You can currently access the main village from the A49, with a closure in place near the Railway Crossing and the bridge over the River Lugg. More than 400 […]
NEWS | Welsh Water issues important advice to customers in Bromyard and surrounding area following burst water main
Welsh Water has this morning issued important advice to customers in the Bromyard and surrounding area following a burst water main. Some people in the area were without water for several hours on Sunday evening and overnight. Welsh Water says that repairs to the burst water main are now completed. A spokesperson said: Repairs to […]
BREAKING NEWS | A nine-month-old baby has died following reports of a dog attack at a property
A nine-month-old baby has died following reports of a dog attack at a property. From Gwent Police: Police were called to a report of a dog attack in an address in Crossway, Rogiet in Monmouthshire around 6pm on Sunday 2 November. A nine-month-old baby was pronounced dead at the scene. The dog has been seized […]
NEWS | Four-in-five drivers concerned about dazzling headlights as darker evenings arrive
Four-in-five drivers (82%) are concerned about getting dazzled by vehicle headlights with the arrival of darker evenings, new RAC research has found.* With the clocks having just gone back and the imminent publication of a government-commissioned report into headlight glare, the findings also show the brightness of some headlights is the top reason for feeling nervous […]
NEWS | Hereford “scrap-metal” gang fined over £43k for illegal waste activity
The following press release is from Herefordehire Council. Herefordshire Council has secured convictions and Criminal Behaviour Orders (CBOs) against seven individuals following an investigation into illegal scrap-metal activity linked to Romany Close, Hereford. At Hereford Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday 28 October 2025, the court heard that Alan Davis (32), David Smith (22), Harry Butler (34), […]
NEWS | Police issue an appeal following the theft of a chalice from a church in Herefordshire
West Mercia Police are appealing for information following the theft of a chalice from a church in Herefordshire. Sometime between mid-day on Wednesday 22 and 2:30pm on Friday 24 October the vestry door of St Michaels Church in Edwyn Ralph was broken into and a chalice and saucer taken. Officers investigating would like to hear […]
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
