Archive - Friday, 21 July 2017

Task force behind recent immigration raids in Hereford

A TASK force is behind the recent increase in the number of immigration raids at restaurants in the city which has led to 12 arrests.

Dig begins at fire-damaged buildings in High Town

AN archaeological dig has started at the site of the burnt out buildings in High Town in Hereford.

Shirley returns to the stage

Willy Russell’s heart-warming comedy Shirley Valentine premiered in 1986 and took the world by storm. In celebration of its 30th Anniversary the first major revival of this national treasure will embark on a UK tour, starringJodie Prenger as Shirley.

Apples on canvas as Cider Museum appoints artist-in-residence

Sue Edwards, who has just completed a Masters in Fine Art at Gloucester University, and is a qualified teacher and lecturer, paints large and colourful oil canvases, and has been appointed artist-in-residence at The Cider Museum this summer by the…

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Exciting exhibition opportunity for young artists

The Courtyard is offering an opportunity for three emerging artists aged 16 – 25 with a link to Herefordshire to take part in its latest visual arts project.

Broken down lorry causing traffic delays in Hereford

MOTORISTS are facing some delays in Hereford city centre this afternoon due to a broken down lorry.

Classic gothic horror

Don’t Go Into The Cellar return to The Courtyard with Frankenstein 1899 this July.

Permit parking scheme will be introduced for community hospital staff

MEMBERS of staff working at the county's community hospitals will need to buy a permit to park.

GOLF: Burghill Valley pair win mixed championship

BURGHILL Valley's Dave Morris and Chris Thurgood were victorious at a mixed championships held at Sapey Golf Club.

GOLF: Leominster Ladies win at Shifnal

MEMBERS of Leominster Golf Club were triumphant in a competition held at Shifnal.

New plans submitted for home to replace garage in Hereford street

A NEW design has been submitted for a proposed home in one of the more historic streets in Hereford.

Round-up from Ross Golf Club

CHARLIE Walker took the top prize at Ross Golf Club's Annual Seniors 60+ Singles Open.

Opportunity to watch artist in action at gallery this weekend

VISITORS to a county gallery will have the opporunity to meet, watch and talk to an artist this weekend.

RUNNING: Wye Valley Runners dominant at Abbey Dore race

WYE Valley Runners consolidated their extensive lead in the 2017 Herefordshire Summer Off Road League with a comprehensive team victory at Abbey Dore.

Herefordshire Living Magazine July Edition Out Now!

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Imaginative puppetry and musical vegetables tell a classic tale

Families are invited to join Goblin Theatre on a brilliant musical adventure in Peter and The Wolf this July.

Stunning views from Hereford home

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Hereford's Haven closed for four weeks for essential building work

THE BREAST Cancer Haven centre in Hereford will be undergoing necessary building works this summer.

Recorder player guests with chamber orchestra

The European Union Chamber Orchestra will perform at The Courtyard this July with Piers Adams.

Annual festival of choral music

The Three Choirs Festival, which this year takes place in and around Worcester, opens tomorrow, Friday.

CRICKET: HCS win thrilling final to mark 180 years of cricket at old Ledbury CC site

HEREFORD Cathedral School Under-13s won a thrilling cup final against John Masefield to mark the end of 180 years of cricket at the old Ledbury CC pitch.

Nursery children learn the lingo with Spanish course

MANY of us would love to be able to speak more than one language and there is no doubt that it is a skill that impresses prospective employers.

FOOTBALL: Teenager signs two-year scholarship at Shrewsbury Town

A HEREFORD teenager has joined Shrewsbury Town on a two-year scholarship.

Game and shooting shop celebrates ten year anniversary

A GAME and sporting shooting shop based in Ross-on-Wye is celebrating ten years in business.

FOOTBALL: Presteigne manager Shaun Harris targets promotion

PRESTEIGNE manager Shaun Harris has targeted promotion after joining Spar Mid-Wales League Division Two side Presteigne.

Huntington Fete breaks all records thanks to a rare discovery

HUNTINGTON Court was, for the 63rd year, the venue for the famous Huntington Fete, thanks to the generosity of Mr and Mrs William Shone.

Garden party celebrates for 35 years of Home-Start in Herefordshire

HOME-START are celebrating their 35th anniversary of being in Herefordshire this year, giving support and friendship to fragile and vulnerable families in the county.

Newly formed team extend thanks for new game kit

FC PHOENIX under 11s is a newly formed team and will compete in the Herefordshire Junior Football League.

First women for Hereford Lions Club

HEREFORD Lions Club has signed up its first female members.

VIDEO: Joel Edwards on leaving Hereford for Cardiff Met

JOEL Edwards has joined Cardiff Met University.

County most active for factory farming with millions of animals reared indoors, map shows

A NEW map has shown that Herefordshire is the most active county for factory farming in the UK with millions of animals reared indoors.

'Swooping seagull attacks' on Royal Mail staff delay deliveries

These kinds of attacks can occur at this time of year as the gulls are nesting and rearing their chicks.