Saturday, April 26, 2003 PROMOTION-chasing Doncaster Rovers scored three late goals to pave the way for a history-making appearance from their 52-year-old owner John Ryan at Edgar Street on Saturday. The businessman has ploughed £4milllion into Doncaster
Saturday, April 12, 2003 HEREFORD United's faint play-off hopes were finally ended in a scrappy Nationwide Conference clash with former Football League rivals at The Shay. A scrambled goal from Halifax's Brian Quailey five minutes before the interval
Saturday, March 22, 2003 GOALKEEPER Matt Baker remained optimistic after Saturday's 2-1 defeat at Underhill left Hereford's Nationwide Conference play-off chances hanging by a thread. The former Hull goalkeeper saved his second penalty in as many matches
Saturday, March 8, 2003 HEREFORD United maintained their challenge for a much-desired play-off spot with a crucial 2-0 win over rock-bottom Kettering in a scrappy Nationwide Conference clash at Edgar Street. Headed goals from midfielder Ben Smith and
Saturday, March 1, 2003 PLAY-OFF contenders Hereford finished with just nine players on the pitch as they suffered their heaviest defeat of the season in a lively Nationwide Conference top-of-the-table clash at title favourites Yeovil. Striker John Grant
Tuesday, February 11, 2003 HEREFORD United moved up to third place in the Nationwide Conference with a 2-0 win at Margate last night. A professional performance from the Bulls was rewarded as they upset the home side at Hartsdown Park. Margate, who had
Ledbury Poetry Festival organisers have reported brisk ticket sales in the countdown to the grand launch on July 4. Exact figures are still being compiled. However, celebrity events reported to be selling particular well include Louis de Bernieres with
Police in Ledbury are warning pensioners to be on their guard for bogus callers after an Albert Road woman had a large quantity of cash stolen by someone offering to check her drains. The incident took place around 10.15am on Wednesday, June 11. The man
National Bike Week was celebrated in Ledbury with the launch of a unique Cider Cycle Route. More than 30 cyclists set off from the Market House last Sunday (June 15), to follow a 20-mile circular route, with stop-off points at local producers including
The Five Malcolms and Friends musical evening at Ledbury's Market Theatre on June 7 raised £340 for the Friends of Ledbury Hospital. Local acts who gave their time for free included Happy Valley, Tree Frogs and Billy Whizz. Organiser Nick Alexander said
Tuesday, January 14, 2003 HEREFORD United crashed out of the FA Trophy at the third round stage last night after a suffering a 2-1 defeat in a hard-fought clash with holders and Conference leaders Yeovil Town at Edgar Street. The Bulls paid a heavy price
Thursday, December 26, 2002 HEREFORD United beat Telford United 1-0 with a Steve Guinan strike to stretch their winning run to four games. The away victory takes Graham Turner's men to sixth position in the Conference and ended the Bucks' seven match
Friday, December 20, 2002 STEVE GUINAN grabbed the Hereford United glory at the Deva Stadium last night as they beat high-flying Chester City 1-0. The Hereford striker smashed home an 87th minute winner from 25 yards to earn his team fifth spot in the
COUPLES planning to get married at the Market House in Ledbury next year could face disappointment. Superintendent registrar June McQuaid is still taking booking for 2004 but is warning people that because of the incoming disability access regulations
Saturday, November 23, 2002 THE controversial second-half dismissal of Andy Tretton for a 'professional foul' compounded the agony for Hereford United who should never have lost this entertaining Nationwide Conference clash. Similar to many games this
Saturday, November 9, 2002 HIGH-flying Southport maintained their challenge for a play-off spot with a smash-and-grab win over Hereford United in the Nationwide Conference on Saturday. The Lancashire visitors withstood intense pressure from the Bulls
Ledbury Town Council has backed plans for a DIY store, garden centre and car parking on the Lower Road Trading Estate. Planning permission for the £3.5m development is being sought by Pettifer Estates Limited. Coun Peter Watts, chairman of the town's
Herefordshire Council is considering using an industrial-type vacuum cleaner to cope with broken glass around the seats on Ledbury Town Trail. Workers usually use hand-operated litter-pickers to deal with the shards but the town council is worried that
A former Cub Scout leader in Ledbury has raised £3,050 for charity by climbing half-way up Everest. Dorothy Habbits had always dreamed of standing on the summit of the 8,850m (29,035ft) mountain. Now she has realised at least part of her ambition by trekking
Tuesday, October 22, 2002 HEREFORD United bowed out of the LDV Vans Trophy on the golden goal rule last night after conceding a controversial penalty in a pulsating 4-3 first-round defeat against Second Division Northampton Town at Edgar Street. United
Ledbury town crier William Turberfield, known popularly as "Bill the Bell", is to give a talk on the origins of his noble office in the days of William the Conqueror. Mr Turberfield, of Childer Road, was not around then of course but the official Heralds
A training company has donated £1,200 to the Acorns Three Counties Appeal. The money was given by Lessons Learned Ltd of Aylton Court, near Ledbury, which was set up two years ago by Tim and Penny Parkman to train banks and other financial services organisations
Tuesday, October 15, 2002 HEREFORD United skipper Ian Wright last night suffered a suspected broken arm in a disappointing 2-1 home defeat to Northwich Victoria in the Nationwide Conference. The former Bristol Rovers defender could now face a lengthy
A proposal to move the Tourist Information Centre in Ledbury from its present shop-front location is being opposed by the town council. Herefordshire Council is considering moving the TIC to the medieval Master's House in St Katherine's car park. This
Friday, October 11, 2002 HEREFORD United last night failed in their attempt to equal a post-war record of six consecutive away wins when they suffered a 2-0 defeat at lowly Burton Albion in the Nationwide Conference. Nigel Clough's side profited from
Tuesday, October 8, 2002 HEREFORD United recorded their fifth consecutive away win with a comprehensive 2-0 victory last night over lowly Leigh RMI at Hilton Park in the Nationwide Conference. The Bulls produced a professional and hard-working display
WHILE Malvern student Nush Nowak happily carries on with life in the Big Brother house, the Upton father of last year's contestant Tim Culley is only too aware how sharp the double-edged sword of celebrity can be. Tim was drafted in after another contestant
Saturday, October 5, 2002 TWO goals in three second-half minutes earned Hereford United their second home victory of the season, 2-1 over Dagenham & Redbridge in the Nationwide Conference. Hereford produced a dominant display, despite falling behind
A MALVERN bookshop plans to open at night to satisfy demand for the new Harry Potter book. Beacon Books, in Worcester Road, will open at one minute past midnight tomorrow (Saturday) to allow eager readers to get their hands on the fifth volume by J K
Monday, August 26, 2002 A FIRST-half brace from Wayne Curtis sentenced Hereford United to a 2-1 defeat against Morecambe in an entertaining Nationwide Conference clash at Edgar Street. The lively front-man netted twice with confident finishes, which paved
Tuesday, August 20, 2002 HEREFORD United climbed to equal top of the Nationwide Conference after a hard-fought 3-1 win last night over Forest Green Rovers at The Lawn. It was a memorable match for United's 21-year-old midfielder Danny Williams who scored
Saturday, August 19, 2000 RETURNING Jamie Pitman was Hereford's two-goal hero as the Bulls kicked off their Nationwide Conference season with a win at Edgar Street on Saturday. The diminutive midfielder, back after four season away at Yeovil and then
Tuesday, July 30, 2002 SUBSTITUTE John Grant struck a late winner for Hereford United in a 2-1 victory against Bromsgrove Rovers last night. The home team took an early lead in a lively friendly at The Victoria Ground after only four minutes. Richard
Tuesday, July 23, 2002 A CONTROVERSIAL stoppage-time strike from Danny Invincibile gave Second Division Swindon Town a 3-2 win last night over Hereford United in an entertaining pre-season friendly at Edgar Street. The majority of the 778-crowd were visibly
Friday, July 19, 2002 Two excellent first-half goals condemned Hereford United to a 2-0 defeat against a strong Tranmere Rovers side at Edgar Street last night in their opening pre-season friendly, writes IAN MORGAN. A slick glancing header from former
SHOP owners are being asked to not cause problems for market traders at their new site. Bromyard's Farmers' Market, which is held on the last Friday of every month, has to be moved from its present site outside Bromyard Leisure Centre to the Market Square
BREDENBURY Primary School has missed out on winning a national competition to produce a newspaper in a day. Pupils from the school were named among the top 50 entrants in a Times Educational Supplement competition, entered by around 1,000 schools. But
A LAMB was shot in the head on a Tedstone Delamere farm, according to police. The killing took place in the early hours of Thursday, June 12. The animal's owner believed the weapon used was a high-powered rifle.
LAND on Pump Street in Bromyard will not to be bought by the local council for a car park or bus turning point. Bromyard town councillors decided at a meeting on Monday that the £130,000 to £150,000 guide price for the plot behind the HSBC bank was too
THE next date to view the aerial photographs of Colwall will be on Saturday, June 21, at Colwall Free Church, from 10am-noon. Colwall Green Methodist Church will be holding a garden party on Saturday, June 21, from 2.30-4.30pm. This will be in aid of
Hereford United scout and director Ron Jukes has joined Conference rivals Telford United after five years at Edgar Street. He teams up with new Bucks' boss Mick Jones.
HEREFORD United defender Matt Clarke has left the club to sign for Nationwide Conference rivals Telford United. The 28-year-old rejected a new contract to stay at Edgar Street and has agreed a two-year deal with the Shropshire club. Clarke, who made 160
HEREFORD United striker John Grant has left Edgar Street. Bulls' coach Richard O'Kelly confirmed the news after Saturday's 4-2 home defeat to Doncaster Rovers. The forward, who lives in the Manchester area, has struggled to settle in the Hereford area
GRAHAM Turner insists Hereford United's season has been a successful one despite narrowly missing out on the play-offs. The Bulls entertain Doncaster Rovers in the Nationwide Conference tomorrow (3pm) with nothing but pride to play for. But Turner has
GRAHAM Turner believes he has got the right man beside him to make Hereford United a force in the Conference next season. First team coach and phsyiotherapist Richard O'Kelly has been a big hit with the former Wolves manager and the Edgar Street boss
PAUL Parry is poised to start for Hereford United's clash with Leigh RMI at Edgar Street tomorrow (3pm). The Welsh non-league international midfielder missed the 1-0 defeat at Halifax Town last week but is likely to come back into contention as manager
By Gerhard Stroebel-Kampf Eagles spread their wings across the foaming tumblers, Orange tree, the gateway to ritzy garters of your forgotten Mitred gates, Of alabaster sound, a proud and sordid pinnacle atop the golden fleece, From which I plucked a sacred
By Mario Capaldi Freckled blisters on green apples, Are perfect imperfections, Like the contours of your skin. By the river I drink you in, Soak up your ripeness, And taste the bitter of your lips: You tart fruit; heady liquor. Beyond the bend in the
COACH Richard O'Kelly admits it will be a massive disappointment if Hereford United fail to make the Conference play-offs. But if the Bulls do miss out he believes his young squad will be better equipped to deal with a challenge next season. "If we don't
HEREFORD United's fate my lie with others but manager Graham Turner is not throwing in the towel on his side's play-off hopes. The Edgar Street club's Conference promotion dream appears to be in tatters as they sit seven points adrift of Dagenham who
HEREFORD United face a nerve-wracking finale to their Nationwide Conference campaign but still stand a good chance of making the play-offs. Edgar Street will host four of the Bulls remaining six fixtures and these could be pivotal in shaping United's
GRAHAM Turner is set to complete his third signing in 48 hours today to boost Hereford United's flagging play-off bid. The Edgar Street manager has already snapped up 21-year-old Portuguese striker Albano Correia from Bristol City and Solihull Borough
TONY James returns from suspension to boost Hereford United's Nationwide Conference play-off push at Barnet tomorrow (3pm). The 24-year-old defender is added to the squad for what has become a must-win game for the Bulls following last Saturday's 2-1
HEREFORD United playmaker Ben Smith is lapping up his return to first team action but has promised Bulls' fans there is more to come. The 24-year-old missed four months at the start of the season after dislocating his shoulder in a pre-season friendly
KETTERING Town arrive at Hereford United tomorrow (3pm) with a better chance of escaping from Alcatraz than the clutches of the Nationwide Conference relegation zone. But Poppies manager Carl Shutt insists they can still claw their way to safety despite
GRAHAM Turner has no intention of playing second fiddle to runaway Nationwide Conference leaders Yeovil Town tomorrow (3pm). The Hereford United manager goes into the top-of-the-table clash in confident mood with the Bulls having lost just once in 13
Hereford United have extended the loan stay of Brentford right back Jay Lovett for a second month.
CONFIDENCE is flowing through the Hereford United camp at present after their midweek victory at Margate moved them up to third place in the Nationwide Conference. Minutes after the Bulls' 2-0 victory at Hartsdown Park, midfielder Jamie Pitman told reporters
STEVE Guinan comes back into the reckoning for Hereford United's trip to Northwich Victoria in the Nationwide Conference tomorrow (3pm). Bulls manager Graham Turner omitted the striker from Tuesday's 2-0 win at Margate which propelled the Edgar Street
OPPORTUNITY knocks for Hereford United at Margate in the Nationwide Conference tonight (7.45). The Bulls have a superb chance to leap-frog rivals Doncaster and Halifax into third place and cement their position in the play-off zone. Fortune favoured United
HEREFORD United have made a last-ditch attempt to relinquish Michael Rose from international duty. The defender has been called up for the National Game XI semi professional squad to face Belgium in Ostend on Tuesday but his inclusion has caused a major
FARNBOROUGH Town may be in turmoil but Hereford United boss Graham Turner will be wary of a backlash when the two clubs meet tonight (7.45). Manager Graham Westley's decision to jump ship to Stevenage Borough within 48 hours of Farnborough's FA Cup exit
HEREFORD United manager Graham Turner will consider appealing against Danny Williams's red card for violent conduct at Morecambe. The Edgar Street boss has viewed a video of last Saturday's Nationwide Conference match, which the Bulls lost 3-1, and said
HEREFORD United will be forced to miss their third Saturday of the season next week. Their early exit from the FA Trophy has left them kicking their heels again, and manager Graham Turner admits it is frustrating but one benefit is that it has reduced
HEREFORD United will put their play-off credentials on the line at Morecambe tomorrow (3pm). Both sides are jostling for position in the Nationwide Conference with fifth-placed Bulls holding the advantage by two points and two places. Graham Turner has
GRAHAM Turner said he will not stand in the way of Paul Parry if Bristol Rovers make a move for the midfielder. The Hereford United youngster is reportedly a target of Pirates' boss Ray Graydon but Turner has had no official approach from the Third Division
NATIONWIDE League Division Three strugglers Bristol Rovers have been linked with Hereford United duo Michael Rose and Paul Parry. Rovers boss Ray Graydon saw United lose 2-1 to Yeovil on Tuesday night, and could be set to launch a bid for the two. He
HEREFORD United have snapped up right back Jay Lovett on loan from Second Division Brentford to boost their suspension hit squad for tomorrow's Conference clash with Gravesend. The 24-year-old played in the Bees 2-1 defeat at Oldham Athletic in mid-week
RING-rusty Hereford United must come out fighting against Gravesend & Northfleet tomorrow (3pm) to keep their season alive. Manager Graham Turner admits his side were off the pace against Yeovil Town in their midweek FA Trophy defeat but warns there
HEREFORD United can make up for Saturday's lost revenue with victory over Nationwide Conference leaders Yeovil Town in the rearranged FA Trophy third round tie at Edgar Street tonight (7.45). The Bulls' hopes of attracting their biggest home gate of the
GRAHAM Turner admits he is desperate to boost Hereford United's squad numbers to sustain their recent good run of form in the Nationwide Conference. A knee operation has deprived him of Matt Clarke for six weeks while Scott Voice's move to Hinckley United
HEREFORD United had its own version of the Turner Prize yesterday when manager Graham was presented with the Nationwide Conference manager-of-the-month award for December. The Bulls' boss presided over three wins and a draw to put five straight defeats
GRAHAM Turner is one man who has certainly had a merry Christmas and is poised for a happy New Year. The Hereford United boss capped a fine festive period in which they netted 10 out of a possible 12 points by being named Nationwide Conference manager
HEREFORD United's Director of Football Graham Turner has been named Nationwide Conference Manager of the Month for December. Turner scooped the prize after the Bulls won three and drew one of their four matches during the month. A 2-0 home win over Telford
Hereford United director of football Graham Turner has made three new signings. Forward Michael Husbands has joined on a month's loan from Aston Villa as cover, while Kevin Gwillam and Danny Moon have signed on non-contract terms after impressing in the
STEVE Guinan has put his recent nine-match barren spell behind him in sensational style with six goals in his last four games. It marks a welcome return to goalscoring form for the ex-Nottingham Forest striker whose goal glut has coincided with Hereford
HEREFORD United entertain Forest Green Rovers tomorrow (3pm) in search of their fifth straight victory. The Edgar Street club have bounced back from their pre-Christmas dip to return to the top six of the Nationwide Conference. In-form striker Steve Guinan
HEREFORD United will aim to take the fizz out of the Bucks when they travel to Telford United on Boxing Day (1pm). Victory for the Shropshire side will put them within two points of Graham Turner's outfit, but they will need to be on their game to deny
MICHAEL Rose is unlikely to have included Chester City boss Mark Wright on his Christmas card list this year. The Hereford United ace returns to the Deva Stadium tonight (7.45) where he was unceremoniously dumped by Wright in the summer despite the promise
BEN Smith's return to fitness and form has been like a new signing, according to Hereford United boss Graham Turner. The 23-year-old, out for three months with a dislocated shoulder, was able to put his injury misery behind him with a well-taken goal
GRAHAM Turner plans to play his Cards right with a fast-paced display at Edgar Street tomorrow (3pm). Hereford United entertain Woking looking for their first Nationwide Conference double of the season and manager Turner believes an up-tempo performance
MICK Galloway could elope to Gretna to leave Hereford United standing at the altar. The Carlisle United midfield has rejected a third month's loan at Edgar Street in a bid to sort out his contractual finances at Brunton Park but the Scottish Third Division
GRAHAM Turner has whisked his players off to secluded Lilleshall National Sports Centre in preparation for Saturday's live televised FA Cup clash with Wigan Athletic. The Hereford United boss will be hoping to repeat the success of Conference rivals Doncaster
MATT Clarke will step into the side to replace the suspended Jamie Pitman for Hereford United's important Nationwide Conference home clash with Southport tomorrow (3pm). The Bulls have just one point from 12 and with Southport likely to be challenging
EDGAR Street boss Graham Turner is hoping to thrash out a deal to keep Mick Galloway at the club for at least another month. The midfielder has been a huge hit since his arrival at Hereford United and Turner admits he would love to make his signing permanent
GRAHAM Turner could be forgiven tomorrow for casting an envious glance at rival boss Dave Penney who last year splashed out a reputed £160,000 on Justin Jackson. It's a figure the Hereford United manager can only dream about but it is that kind of spending
CASH-strapped Hereford United will be £100,000 richer after Sky Sports' decision to broadcast live coverage of their FA Cup first round clash with Second Division leaders Wigan. Edgar Street director Joan Fennessy described it as brilliant news and said
A CRUEL penalty decision sent Hereford United crashing out of the LDV Vans Trophy but in the misery of defeat there was praise from Northampton boss Kevan Broadhurst. The Cobblers manager des-cribed the Bulls as a good side and a credit to the Nationwide
HEREFORD United have snapped up Bournemouth striker Chukki Eribenne on a month's loan. The 21-year-old is expected to make his debut in tomorrow's Nationwide Conference clash with Halifax Town at Edgar Street, with front man Steve Guinan likely to miss
HEREFORD United must start to win at home if they are to sustain a Conference challenge warns manager Graham Turner. The Bulls tackle Northwich Victoria at Edgar Street tonight (7.45) still chasing a home run to match their fine away form. With just five
GRAHAM Turner begins a fresh bid to strengthen his front line today after a proposed loan deal for a Football League striker collapsed at the eleventh hour. The Hereford United manager had lined up the player for a loan move with a view to a permanent
HEREFORD United face a fixture pile-up starting with Dagenham & Redbridge's visit to Edgar Street tomorrow (3pm). The Bulls have five games in 15 days and manager Graham Turner has already brought in loan signing Mick Galloway to boost his squad.
HEREFORD United have snapped up midfielder Mick Galloway on a month's loan from Carlisle United to ease their injury problems. The 31-year-old could start at home to Dagenham & Redbridge on Saturday if Danny Williams fails to shake off a groin problem
HEREFORD United put their impressive away form on the line at struggling Kettering Town in the Nationwide Conference tonight (7.45). The Bulls have chalked up four wins out of five on the road, the latest a 2-0 success at Stevenage Borough that kept Graham
STEVENAGE Borough will be out to wreck Hereford United's impressive away record tomorrow. The Bulls have already won three times away from home but Wayne Turner's resurgent Borough side will pose another test for Graham Turner's young team. Victory at
WITH Roy Keane dragging the reputation of footballers through the mud its good to see Hereford United topping the Nationwide Conference's discipline league. According to confguide.com the Bulls have picked up just eight points for yellow cards, well down
HEREFORD United's enforced break due to their postponed match with Northwich could not have come at a worse time, according to manager Graham Turner. The Bulls had bounced back from two disappointing defeats with an excellent 3-0 win at Nuneaton Borough
HEREFORD United have signed former Leyton Orient midfielder Neil Gough but boss Graham Turner is set to name an unchanged side for their Nationwide Conference clash at Gravesend and Northfleet tomorrow (3pm). Bulls' manager Graham Turner has described
GRAHAM Turner has turned up the heat on rivals Forest Green Rovers ahead of tonight's clash by claiming the pressure is on them to grab their first points of the season. Hereford United travel to the Lawn (7.45) with confidence buoyed after an impressive
HEREFORD United steamrollered Bromyard Town 12-0 at Delahay Meadow last night. The Nationwide Conference side arrived as part of the official opening ceremony of the new Cyril Bouston Stand but with the formalities finished the Bulls displayed a ruthless
HEREFORD United lacked a killer instinct in front of goal in a 0-0 draw against League of Wales outfit Aberystwyth Town last night at Park Avenue. The Bulls failed to find the net for the third time in five pre-season friendlies but they did manage to
A STRONG Bristol City side taught Hereford United a few lessons about finishing with a 5-0 win at Edgar Street on Saturday. But the five-goal margin rather flattered City who wrapped things up with three strikes in the last eight minutes after the Bulls
DANNY Wilson brings his Bristol City side to play Hereford United in a pre-season friendly at Edgar Street tomorrow (3pm). Included in the Second Division side's squad will be striker Christian Roberts who spent a loan period with the Bulls in 1999 when
NEW signing Ben Smith could miss three months of Hereford United's league campaign after dislocating his shoulder. The former Southend and Yeovil midfielder was injured in Tuesday's friendly at Bromsgrove and it is feared he could be out until the end
DANNY Williams has earned a contract at Hereford United after impressing during trials. The former Chesterfield midfielder, who made 23 starts for the Second Division club, is set to play at Bromsgrove Rovers tonight (7.45). "He's got a good pedigree
OPTIMISM abounds for every club at the start of every season but the bookies are not so keen on Hereford United making them joint 14th favourites to win the Nationwide Conference. Surrey Sports has them at 33/1 with Nuneaton Borough while the outsiders
HEREFORD United have snapped up a promising teenage goalkeeper from Third Division Torquay United. Kenneth Griffiths, who was a trainee at the Devon club, had been on trial at Leicester City over the summer. The youngster could feature in tonight's Edgar
GRAHAM Turner has been so busy seeing players at Edgar Street he could do with installing a revolving door in his office. The Hereford United Director of Football is looking to add a further six players to his squad ahead of the new Nationwide Conference
PROMISING Hereford United keeper Matt Baker could be on his way out of Edgar Street after a trial with Third Division outfit Leyton Orient. Baker, who has a clause in his contract allowing him to speak to League clubs, made two good saves in the O's 1
HEREFORD United will have no competitive reserve team soccer next season - after following Worcester City's lead and withdrawing from the Central Conference. The Bulls took the decision to pull out after Director of Football Graham Turner described the
HEREFORD United manager Graham Turner has completed his first summer signing with the capture of midfielder Ben Smith from South-end United. The 23-year-old former Yeovil Town player has joined the Bulls on a one-year deal after an injury troubled spell
IT looks likely that next season's Nationwide Conference will kick-off on August 9, coinciding with the Football League start. Quite why, I am not sure, considering that the Football League have four more matches to fit in than the Conference. It means
THE Edgar Street Grid development could be an exciting time for the community, our supporters and the football club, itself. I have recently met the architects involved and have told them what we would like to see incorporated at the club. We spent some
A PROFESSIONAL football club is very much a part of the community and for many people it is the focal point of their lives. Arrangements for holidays, weddings and other events are organised around the football season, we have more than our fair share
MORE details have been announced about the Dancing in the Dean event in Newent on Saturday, July 12. It is being sponsored by the town councils of Newent, Lydney, Cinderford and Coleford and will feature dancers from Senegal, Scotland, Ireland and mainland
Wye Valley Chorus will be in concert at Gorsley Village Hall on Saturday, September 6, at 8pm, with a programme to suit all tastes. For tickets and details ring 01989 720221.
Newent Civic Society will host a Question Time-style event on local issues with expert panellists from the Forest of Dean District Council, the county council and Millennium Trust. The event takes place at Newent Library on June 24, at 7.30pm. Questions
The programme for this year's Newent Onion Fayre will have a magazine format for the first time and will be launched three weeks before the September 13 event. The publication will feature articles on Newent's businesses and shops.
Newent Craftworkers' Guild will hold its craft fair at Highnam Parish Hall on Saturday, June 21, from 10am to 4pm.
The work of the counselling service, The Listening Post, will be the theme of a talk by Sheila Appleton at St Mary's Church, Newent, on Sunday, June 22, at 10.15am.
Monday, April 21, 2003 A REMARKABLE late strike from substitute Albano Correia earned Hereford United a hard fought 2-1 win over relegation-threatened Southport in a lively Nationwide Conference clash at Haig Avenue. The unpredictable 21-year-old amazed
Saturday, April 19, 2003 HEREFORD United suffered their fifth defeat in six Nationwide Conference outings after a miserable performance to lose 1-0 to Leigh RMI at Edgar Street on Saturday. The relegation-threatened Railwaymen scrapped for every ball
Saturday, April 5, 2003 HEREFORD United kept alive their outside hopes of securing a Nationwide Conference play-off spot with a deserved 4-0 victory at Edgar Street on Saturday. The Bulls dominated for long spells and a three-goal burst in 31 minutes
Saturday, March 29, 2003 AN AGONISING stoppage-time winner from two-goal striker Jean-Michel Sigere shattered Hereford's play-off dreams in a dramatic Nationwide Conference clash at Edgar Street. The Kent club's shock smash-and-grab raid was inspired
Saturday, March 15, 2003 SCARBOROUGH inflicted a damaging blow to Hereford's play-off aspirations in an incident-packed Nationwide Conference clash at the McCain Stadium. Although Paul Parry's headed equaliser in first-half stoppage-time lifted Hereford's
THE captain of HMS Ledbury has asked if his crew can parade through the town. Commander Peter Olive has written to the mayor asking if he can bring the ship's company to Ledbury in October A parade would celebrate the safe return of servicemen and women
A national report critical of Ledbury's provision for cyclists and its new housing estates has been attacked by the Ledbury Area Cycle Forum and local councillors. The study, by the Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE), lists Ledbury among five market
Saturday, February 22, 2003 HEREFORD skipper Ian Wright, such an influence for the previous four terms at Edgar Street, has been a peripheral figure in the Bulls' promotion campaign over the last three months. But his eight-minute contribution to Saturday's
TWO incidents involving fireworks could have led to major fires. A firework was pushed through the sunroof of a car parked in St Katherine's car park on Tuesday, causing a lot of smoke but fortunately not setting the interior alight. Ledbury firefighters
Saturday, February 15, 2003 HEREFORD United are a point nearer the Nationwide Conference play-offs after Saturday's draw at Wincham Park but their 390 travelling fans may well feel that they should have come home with their 10th away win of the season
A planning application to provide affordable social housing on wasteland close to Bridge Street is being opposed by Ledbury Town Council, as another example of proposed "infill" development. The council has battled against a number of infill planning
Saturday, February 8, 2003 A SENSATIONAL 30-yard rocket from on-loan defender Jay Lovett fired high-flying Hereford to a dramatic Nationwide Conference win at Edgar Street on Saturday. The Brentford defender struck in the third minute of stoppage time
Tuesday, February 4, 2003 HIGH-flying Hereford United last night salvaged a valuable point after a tremendous second-half fight-back in an action-packed 2-2 Nationwide Conference draw at crisis club Farnborough Town. The Bulls looked down and out at the
Ledbury vet Eden Tanner, treasurer of the St Mary's Clay Pigeon Association, has announced the outcome of a successful fundraising drive on behalf of St Mary's Hospice. Mr Tanner, of the Argus Veterinary Surgery in New Street, said a competition shooting
Saturday, January 25, 2003 A DISASTROUS 13-minute spell leading up to half time paved the way for Hereford's first Nationwide Conference defeat in eight matches in an incident-packed top-of-the-table clash at Christie Park. Two goals in quick succession
Saturday, January 18, 2003 HEREFORD United maintained their quest for a play-off spot with a convincing 3-0 victory over struggling Gravesend & Northfleet in an entertaining Nationwide Conference clash at Edgar Street on Saturday. Man-of-the-moment
Ledbury-based writer and pensioner Emilio Ponti has just returned from his native Italy, where the sales of two of his Italian-language novels have gone to support the hospital service there. Mr Ponti, of Queen's Court, said: "Now I shall have to write
Wednesday, January 1, 2003 JOHN Grant and Ben Smith scored two superbly crafted goals to steer Hereford United to a Nationwide Conference 'double' over Telford United with a 2-0 win. On Boxing Day the Bulls beat Telford 1-0 away and the return victory
Budding Redmarley pop singer Matthew Morris, aged 10, will be on BBC 1's The Saturday Show tomorrow, when he will be up against other talented youngsters in the final of a national talent competition. This will be the second television appearance for
Saturday, December 28, 2002 HEREFORD United striker John Grant fired in his first goal for the Bulls to give them a 71st minute lead over Forest Green Rovers in a Nationwide Conference festive season derby. But within a minute former Hereford favourite
Two new proposals for adapting the Market House to meet new disabled access laws are being seriously considered by Ledbury Town Council. They include installing a two-stage stairlift or putting a discreet lift alongside the existing Victorian stairway
Saturday, December 14, 2002 THE Edgar Street goal-glut, which has brought nine goals in the last two Nationwide Conference games, goes on after a comprehensive hammering of Woking. The remarkable turn-around in fortunes, after four goalless matches, has
REPAIRS to the roof of the Market House in Ledbury could cost £30,000. This came to light during a routine architectural study of the Grade I listed building. The town council has limited discussion of the issue until now because of the ongoing debate
Saturday, November 30, 2002 STEVE Guinan fired Hereford United back on track with a superb hat-trick in the demolition of former Football League rivals Barnet in the Nationwide Conference on Saturday. The former Nottingham Forest and Shrewsbury marksman
The Mucky Pups pre-school playgroup in Ledbury raised £32 for paints, paper and toys at its first sale of new and used children's clothes and play equipment last Saturday. Though sales were not quite as high as was hoped, there was a steady stream of
The director of the global charity Christian Aid, Dr Daleep Mukarji, came to Ledbury to personally thank collectors and appeal co-ordinators for their hard work. Ledbury area co-ordinator Muriel Mason was particularly thanked for her work in ensuring
Saturday, November 16, 2002 SCOTT Green's last-gasp goal sent Hereford United crashing out of the FA Cup in heart-breaking fashion at the hands of Second Division leaders Wigan Athletic at Edgar Street on Saturday. The Wigan midfielder's well-taken winner
Local fruit farmers will be asked to warn foreign pickers about Ledbury's bylaws preventing drinking in the streets and other designated areas. The town council says foreign students in particular are responsible for flouting by-laws on the Recreation
Saturday, November 2, 2002 A TRIP to Belle Vue rarely provides a 'beautiful outlook' for Hereford United and so it proved in Saturday's Nationwide Conference clash which produced a 15th defeat in 19 visits. But the Bulls were left to rue two refereeing
Saturday, October 26, 2002 HEREFORD United booked their place in the first round of the FA Cup -- and secured a £20,000 cash bonanza -- with a far from convincing 1-0 win over plucky minnows Arlesey Town at Edgar Street on Saturday. An early goal from
Saturday, October 19, 2002 HEREFORD United maintained fifth spot in the Nationwide Conference table after a 1-1 draw against in-form Halifax Town at Edgar Street on Saturday. Leading scorer Jamie Pitman bagged his fifth goal of the season to secure United
A Colwall woman celebrated her 106 birthday on Monday. Amy Haddon ordered the roses, strawberries and champagne to mark the occasion with family and friends at Evendine Residential Home, in Evendine Lane. The former Admiralty clerical worker has enjoyed
BATTLE of Britain historian Dilip Sarkar is one of four local people to get awards in the Queen's Birthday Honours list. Mr Sarkar, who has been a police beat officer in the Malvern area for the past 12 years, has written 17 books on various aspects of
Saturday, September 28, 2002 HEREFORD United slipped to their first defeat in seven matches when they suffered a disappointing 1-0 home reverse to battling Scarborough in a scrappy Nationwide Conference clash on Saturday. A fine 38th minute individual
Tuesday, September 24, 2002 HEREFORD United snatched a dramatic 3-2 win last night over struggling Kettering Town in an exciting Nationwide Conference clash at Rockingham Road. Marksman Steve Guinan was the Bulls' hero, heading in a stoppage-time winner
Saturday, September 21, 2002 TWO superb first-half goals earned Hereford United an excellent 2-0 away win over Stevenage Borough in the Nationwide Conference on Saturday. Midfielder Matt Clarke opened United's account with a back post header and then
Tuesday, September 18, 2002 HEREFORD United marksman John Grant apologised to his team-mates after last night's goal-less draw with high-flying Yeovil Town at Edgar Street in the Nationwide Conference. The former Crewe striker is yet to open his account
Saturday, September 14, 2002 HEREFORD United extended their unbeaten run to three matches with a creditable 0-0 draw against high-flying Chester City at Edgar Street in the Nationwide Conference on Saturday. Sixth-placed United held their own against
Saturday, August 31, 2002 A THREE-goal burst at the start of the second half earned Hereford United a superb 3-0 away win over Nuneaton Borough in the Nationwide Conference on Saturday. An own goal from defender Terry Angus and strikes from Jamie Pitman
Saturday, August 24, 2002 A CATASTROPHIC late error by goalkeeper Matt Baker capped a dismal afternoon for Hereford United who crashed 3-0 away to Nationwide Conference newcomers Gravesend and Northfleet on Saturday. The former Hull City shot-stopper
A PIECE of artwork is set to be placed at the entrance to a Bromyard industrial estate. The metal spheres sculpture is currently outside Bromyard Leisure Centre on land due to house the new library extension. It is expected to be relocated to the town's
TWO drivers were taken to hospital after a car accident outside the Hop Pocket craft centre in Bishop's Frome. A man in his 50s was driven by ambulance to Hereford County Hospital with chest injuries after his blue Audi A4 was in collision with a white
CELEBRATING the environment was the theme for an open-air service at Burley Gate Primary School. Around 40 people took part in a service conducted by the Rev. Jane Davies. She was supported by pupils who played musical instruments and performed dance
SCHOOLS from in and around Bromyard joined forces this week to present an evening of musical entertainment. Children from St Peter's Primary School and Burley Gate and Pencombe primary schools all performed together with pupils from Queen Elizabeth High
ORGANISERS of one of the most popular elements of the Bromyard Folk Festival have been forced to relocate the event. The festival's craft fair, one of the only free events which takes place in the town centre, has been ordered out of the town's leisure
COMMUNITY groups in Bromyard are being encouraged to apply for grants worth £600. Groups can use the money to fund up to 75 per cent of the total cost for projects including purchasing equipment, starting training courses and developing publicity. The
LITTER pickers are needed to help the Bromyard in Bloom bid. Volunteers are being sought to clean up the town before judges arrive in July. Anyone who wants to volunteer should ring 01885 490330.
GRAHAM Turner is backing new signing Jordan King to produce the form that attracted the attention of Premiership club Everton. The 20-year-old midfielder has joined the Bulls on a one-year deal and the Edgar Street manager has no doubt about King's potential
GRAHAM Turner is confident Richard Teedsdale can realise his potential in his second season at Hereford United. The ex-Walsall defender made only a handful of starts in his first year at Edgar Street but the Bulls manager is optimistic he can progress
WHILE most players are relishing a summer break Hereford United's Paul Parry can't wait for the new season to begin. The Welsh semi-professional capped a successful season by winning the Ray Mercer Trophy but is already champing at the bit to return to
Hereford United's Rob Purdie will be at the Edgar Street club for next season. The midfielder has signed a one-year full-time contract, and boosts the number of players in the Nationwide Conference club's squad to 10. Manager Graham Turner will meet midfielder
HEREFORD United have wasted little time in setting up two glamorous friendlies at the start of next season -- both of which should attract big crowds. Director of football Graham Turner's former club Wolves are to visit Edgar Street for the opening friendly
A PROVEN goalscorer and midfielder top Graham Turner's shopping list as the Hereford United manager bids to build a promotion challenging team. The Bulls boss believes he has the nucleus of a side but is looking for a partner to accompany Steve Guinan
GRAHAM Turner has taken the tough decision to release Hereford United captain Ian Wright but offered new contracts to six other players. Defender Wright, reserve team goalkeeper Ken Griffiths and striker John Grant have all left the club but Steve Guinan
HEREFORD United duo Paul Parry and Tony James are being tipped to be part of the Welsh non-league team bidding to retain the Unibond Four Nations Semi-Professional Tournament title next month. Welsh manager Tommi Morgan has been keeping a close eye on
CASH-strapped Hereford United are to get a £5,000 boost thanks to Yeovil Town's promotion to the Nationwide League Division Three. The windfall is part of the £25,000 deal that took former Bulls midfielder Michael McIndoe to Yeovil in 2001. McIndoe was
GRAHAM Turner believes he has the nucleus of a side that can challenge in the Conference next season. The Hereford United manager will sit down over the next few weeks to map out his plans for the following season but will have many more pros than cons
JAMIE Pitman returns to Hereford United's squad for their Nationwide Conference trip to Halifax Town tomorrow (3pm). The midfielder is back after a two-match suspension to give manager Graham Turner a selection headache following the Bulls' impressive
HEREFORD United's promotion push will succeed or fail at Edgar Street beginning with Margate's visit tomorrow (3pm). The Bulls have six games remaining and with four at home are still well positioned to stake a claim for a Nationwide Conference play-off
HEREFORD United coach Richard O'Kelly is confident the Bulls can keep their Nationwide Conference play-off hopes alive. The Edgar Street club are away to Barnet today but with four of their last seven games at home O'Kelly remains optimistic about their
HEREFORD United midfielder Michael Rose will discover tomorrow whe-ther he will play for the England Game XI ag-ainst Holland next Tuesday. The 21-year-old has been included in Paul Fairclough's squad but could become a victim of a club v country revolt
STALWART defender Tony James admits he would rather Hereford United blew their play-off chances completely than to just miss out. The Bulls face a nerve-jangling run-in to the end of the season but James is confident if they win their home games they
GRAHAM Turner has set his Hereford United side a target of four points from their next two games to stay on course for a Nationwide Conference play-off spot. The Bulls face a difficult trip to the Yorkshire coast tomorrow for a clash with Scarborough
PAUL Parry is confident he can realise his ambition of League football with Hereford United. The Bulls' ace, who has attracted the attention of a host of clubs in recent years, is in some of the best form of his career and helped shoot the Edgar Street
FORMER Hereford United winger Brian Evans has died after a short battle with cancer. The 60-year-old is the only Bulls' player to gain full international honours when he represented Wales in Poland in September 1973. He won seven caps in total but just
JAMIE Pitman is relishing life at Edgar Street a second time round. The Hereford United midfielder has banged in six goals on his return to the club after a four year gap and with the Bulls challenging in the play-off zone is delighted to be back. "It
THE latest instalment of the Graham Westley and Stevenage Borough saga will unfurl when he brings his side to face Hereford United at Edgar Street tomorrow (3pm). Stevenage manager Westley has been under the non-league media spotlight since his abrupt
GRAHAM Turner is sweating on the fitness of star performer Tony James ahead of Hereford United's Nationwide Conference clash with Nuneaton Borough at Edgar Street tomorrow (3pm). The Bulls ace picked up a kick on the calf during the midweek draw at Farnborough
IAN Wright has a chance to kick-start his season against Farnborough Town on Tuesday night. The Hereford United skipper is in line for a starting place for the first time since the November 30 trip to Dagenham & Red-bridge. Andy Tretton's one-match
HEREFORD United manager Graham Turner will aim to strengthen his squad with two loan signings in time for Saturday's match with Gravesend & Northfleet at Edgar Street. The Bulls' boss will be without the suspended Danny Williams and Steve Guinan for
HEREFORD United play Nationwide Conference leaders Yeovil Town in the FA Trophy tie of the round at Edgar Street tomorrow (3pm). Graham Turner takes on the Trophy holders fresh from landing the December Nationwide Conference manager-of-the-month award
Hereford United free day tomorrow with Farnborough Town, who they were due to meet, also on FA Cup duty. They are at home to Yeovil Town in the FA Trophy third round next Saturday.
GRAHAM Turner has warned his Hereford United side to expect a backlash in their return clash with Telford United tomorrow (3pm). The Bucks visit Edgar Street still smarting from a 1-0 defeat at Bucks Head with their manager Jake King furious at seeing
GRAHAM Turner has told Hereford United skipper Ian Wright his chance will come. The Bulls' favourite has not started the last two games but with matches coming thick and fast over the festive period will get the opportunity according to Turner. The Edgar
MATT Baker is just 22 but the Hereford United keeper can already boast an appearance in front of Liverpool's famous Kop. That occasion was all the more rewarding because it came after serious injury following routine surgery that briefly threatened his
HEREFORD United de-fender Andy Tretton has had a red card withdrawn after an appeal to the Football Association. Tretton was sent off in last Saturday's 1-0 Conference defeat at Dagenham for a foul on Junior McDougald. But United decided to appeal after
GRAHAM Turner insists there is no need for Hereford United to panic despite their poor run of form. The Edgar Street side entertain Barnet tomorrow (3pm) looking for their first league win since October 8 and with just one point from a possible 18. Bulls
HEREFORD United have been reflecting this week on the 'goal' that got away during their televised FA Cup first round clash with Second Division leaders Wigan Athletic at Edgar Street. Matt Clarke put the ball in the net in the 11th minute but the Bulls
HEREFORD United have an injury doubt over Matt Clarke for tomorrow's Nationwide Conference trip to Dagenham & Redbridge (3pm). The former Kidderminster Harriers defender is battling to overcome a swollen knee which he sustained during the Bulls 1-
HEREFORD United come under the spotlight tomorrow with arguably the pick of the FA Cup first round ties. Their televised clash with Second Division table-toppers Wigan Athletic at Edgar Street (5.35) will once again give the Bulls a chance to operate
HEREFORD United's John Grant aims to be back in action inside two weeks after recovering from a broken leg. The ex-Crewe Alexandra striker suffered a cracked fibula inside the first five minutes of the Bulls clash with Kettering on September 24 during
HEREFORD United will extend Mick Galloway's loan period at Edgar Street for another month. Bulls' manager Graham Turner is still hoping to make the Carlisle United midfielder a permanent signing but admits they still have a few hurdles to overcome. "We
HEREFORD United's FA Cup preparations have been boosted by the return of captain Ian Wright for tomorrow's fourth qualifying round clash with Arlesey Town (3pm). The Bulls skipper has made a surprisingly quick return to action after breaking his hand
CUP upset specialists Hereford United will aim to put the boot into Second Division Northampton Town tonight (7.45). Graham Turner's squad entertain The Cobblers in the first round of the LDV Vans Trophy boosted by the return of striker Steve Guinan from
BRUCE Rioch earned fame as a combative midfielder for Derby County and Scotland with a reputation for a fierce-some shot. Judging by his son Greg's exploits for Northwich against Hereford United in midweek he has passed on his shooting genes. Rioch junior
BEN Smith could be a dramatic late addition to Hereford United's squad for their Nationwide Conference clash with Halifax Town at Edgar Street tomorrow (3pm). The midfielder, who has yet to play a competitive match for the Bulls after dislocating a shoulder
HEREFORD United captain Ian Wright faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after suffering a double fracture to his left arm. The Edgar Street favourite sustained the injury in freak circumstances when he was hit by a Greg Rioch free kick in the dying
GRAHAM Turner remains keen to bolster his attack after Lincoln City striker Tony Battersby's decision to turn his back on a move to Edgar Street. The Bulls boss will be without John Grant until the end of the month as he recovers from a cracked fibula
HEREFORD United will equal a post-war record for consecutive away wins with victory at Burton Albion tonight (7.45). The 1945/46 side recorded six wins on the bounce but that remains a side issue for manager Graham Turner who is more concerned about three
GRAHAM Turner is still trying to clinch the loan signing of a new striker ahead of Hereford United's clash with Leigh RMI tonight (7.45). The Edgar Street boss believed the deal had been cut and dried, but it has hit snags and the move may not be completed
PLAYING for a cash-strapped club such as Hereford United is nothing new for midfielder Danny Williams. The 21-year-old was at Chesterfield when the players were not paid for three months due to the financial acrobatics of chairman Dave Brown. It was at
HEREFORD United will need to display some character to make puddings out of Yorkshire visitors Scarborough in the Nationwide Conference tomorrow (3pm), according to manager Graham Turner. The Seadogs have forged a no nonsense approach to football with
STEVE Guinan admits that prior to the season he didn't have a clue as to how his new team would fare in the Conference. After eight games though the former Nottingham Forest and Shrewsbury striker claims he will be disappointed if Hereford United are
MATT Clarke is good friends with former Bulls' striker Gavin Williams but for 90 minutes will be best of enemies for tonight's clash with Yeovil Town (7.45) The Hereford United wing back will be aiming to make Williams' return to Edgar Street an unhappy
IF timing is everything in football then strike duo John Grant and Steve Guinan could not pick a better time to chalk up their first goals for the Hereford than in tomorrow's clash with Chester. The pair will be bidding to halt The Blues formidable away
GRAHAM Turner remains optimistic about Hereford United's future despite a gloomy prediction from auditors Baker Tilly. They claim the Edgar Street club will not be able to continue trading if they repay the £1million loan to property developers Chelverton
IT was back to earth with a bump for Hereford United over the Bank Holiday weekend after two disappointing defeats to Gravesend and Morecambe. Were the opening two games a false dawn or is it just a hiccup for Graham Turner's young side? Sloppy goals
IAN Wright will be urging his Hereford United defence to keep it tight at Nuneaton Borough tomorrow (3pm). The Bulls' promising start to the Nationwide Conference season came to an abrupt end over the Bank Holiday weekend and United skipper Wright blamed
JOHN Grant is available for Hereford United's Bank Holiday Monday clash with Morecambe at Edgar Street (3pm). The young striker, suspended for Bulls first three games, is set to be added to Graham Turner's squad for what could be a potentially difficult
BEN Smith is counting the days until he can resume his Hereford United career after a dislocated shoulder brought his pre-season to an abrupt end. The midfield playmaker had been one of the Bulls more impressive performances until a bad fall against Bromsgrove
HEREFORD United have failed to persuade former England midfielder Andy Sinton to move to Edgar Street. The former Tottenham, Wolves and Sheffield Wednesday star had talks with Bulls Director of Football Graham Turner yesterday. But he has instead signed
GRAHAM Turner has warned his young Hereford United side not to be intimidated by Conference bad boys Farnborough Town. The Hampshire side had the worst disciplinary record in the Nationwide Conference last season but arrive at Edgar Street tomorrow (3pm
FORMER England inter-national Andy Sinton is expected to make a decision today on whether to make the move to Hereford United. Edgar Street manager Graham Turner has offered the ex-Queen's Park Rangers, Spurs and Wolves star a contract, but the veteran
GRAHAM Turner has strengthened Hereford United's attacking options with the signing of Steve Guinan. The forward, who has had spells at Exeter City and Shrewsbury Town, could start up front for the Bulls' opening Nationwide Conference game at home to
ANOTHER win, another clean sheet - but a far from totally convincing performance by Hereford United whose 1-0 victory at Evesham United was their final friendly before the Nationwide Conference season opens next Saturday. Hereford's defence, in which
IF, God forbid, Hereford United find themselves in a relegation scrap this season, then new signing Andy Tretton will prove to be a useful man in the trenches. During a four year spell with Shrewsbury Town Tretton was part of a side that won at Exeter
TONY James believes Hereford United can be a force in the Nationwide Conference if they can reach a level of consistency. The star defender blames inconsistency for the Edgar Street club's poor showing last year but is optimistic of a change in fortunes
A FLYING winger called Giggs is set to feature for Hereford United tonight in their first pre-season friendly against Second Division Tranmere Rovers at Edgar Street (7.45). Rod Giggs, younger brother of Manchester United star Ryan, is expected to line-up
HEREFORD United manager Graham Turner is looking for a blend of youth and experience as he prepares his Bulls squad for the forthcoming Nationwide Conference campaign. The Edgar Street boss has boosted squad numbers to 18 but with the first friendly of
HEREFORD United have taken their tally of summer signings to five by recruiting three more players on free transfers. Director of Football Graham Turner has snapped up Andy Tretton, a 26-year-old central defender previously with Shrewsbury Town, ex-Crewe
HEREFORD United are poised to unveil two more new signings. John Grant, a striker formerly with Crewe Alexandra, has agreed terms to come to Edgar Street on a free transfer. Director of Football Graham Turner has also recruited a left-back from a League
EDGAR Street is a hive of activity at present but despite umpteen players involved in talks manager Graham Turner still have no new names to add to his squad of eight. The Hereford United boss was involved with talks with up to nine players on Wednesday
GIVEN Hereford United's luck with injuries new physiotherapist/coach Richard O'Kelly is set to be a busy man at Edgar Street next season. The 45-year-old succeeds Ian Rodgerson who was released in the summer, and brings with him a wealth of playing and
HEREFORD United kick off their Nationwide Conference campaign with a home clash against Farnborough Town on Saturday, August 17. The Bulls first away fixture is two days later at rivals Forest Green Rovers. Graham Turner's side will travel to Telford
HEREFORD United have backed the Nationwide Conference's decision to hold end-of-season play-offs to determine who will join the champions in promotion to the Football League. It follows the League's decision to promote two non-league clubs next season
BEN Smith's attacking prowess and playmaking capabilities persuaded Hereford United boss Graham Turner to make him his first signing of the summer. The 23-year-old former Arsenal trainee and Yeovil Town player will arrive at Edgar Street after an injury
FORMER Hereford player Jamie Pitman is set to join Ben Smith as the latest Graham Turner signing. The Woking utility player, who is Hereford based, is set to sign a part-time contract and renew his acquaintance with his old club. Turner meanwhile has
HAVING informed Ian Wright, John Grant and Ken Griffiths that they will not be offered new contracts, it's time for negotiating with the other out-of-contract players. I was pleased with the response from four of them: Matt Clarke, Ben Smith, Jamie Pitman
WITH three matches remaining and a Nationwide Conference play-off spot now beyond us, it's natural to start considering what might have been. In the recent past we have tended to perform better against the better teams and come unstuck against the poorer
WHEN you look at the Nationwide Conference, Yeovil Town have had a tremendous season and are certain to win promotion. It will be the second time in recent years that a promoted club have included a couple of our former players, with Michael McIndoe and
YESTERDAY I was due to attend a meeting for Conference chairmen in London where we met representatives from the Ministry of Sport and were to be joined by MPs who have a Conference club in their constituency. The Conference bosses plan to introduce two
The Newent Initiative group has submitted a £200,000 bid for the Grade II listed Albion House with the aim of turning it into a new Tourist Information Centre. An extra £100,000 more could be spent converting the Georgian town house, near the Market Hall
The celebrated London Community Gospel Choir has chosen Gorsley as the place to celebrate its 21st birthday. The choir will be one of the highlights at the Wye Valley Christian Festival, which will takes place in a big top at Gorsley Chapel from August
Picklenash Junior School Fete last Saturday is being hailed as a great success, after an estimated 500 people took advantage of brilliant summer weather to visit the stalls. The fete, organised by the PTA, added around £1,100 to school coffers, although
Unique samples of moon rock and a chunk of Mars landed at Newent Community School last week. Pupils were even invited to handle some of the exhibits from the cold reaches of space. The precious samples were provided by the UK's Particle Physics and Astronomy
The community will benefit from a £3,000 windfall from Gorsley and Kilcot Millennium Committee - and it is all due to the success of a history book about local villages. The money comes from the proceeds of Millennium Memories - The History of Gorsley
An open-air performance of Shakespeare's A Comedy of Errors at The Moat, off the Huntley Road, raised around £2,000 for Newent and District Rotary Club charities. Last Friday's performance by the Festival Players was well-received by a 300-strong audience
A Bat walk around Newent Lake in the company of expert George Price takes place on Wednesday, June 25, at 9.15pm. Bat fanciers should park at St Mary's car park, to the rear of the church. Further details on 01531 821743.
Users of Newent Library are now benefiting from extended opening hours. Instead of closing at Saturday lunchtime, the library will now remain open all afternoon. The new timetable came in effect on June 7 and has already proved popular with users. Ruth
Oxenhall Parish Hall will be open for cream teas on Sunday, June 22, from 2pm to 5pm. Visitors will be able to inspect the work on the old canal being carried out by the Herefordshire and Gloucestershire Canal Trust. Parking for disabled people is available
