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Hereford set to be turned pink during Venus Midnight Walk for St Michael’s Hospice
Glow sticks and feather boas will light up the night next month as one of Hereford’s best loved and longest running fundraisers hits the city streets.
Working Together Ludlow Thanks Mayor for Donation Supporting Community Garden Renovation
Working Together Ludlow Thanks Mayor for Donation Supporting Community Garden Renovation
Calls for road safety study
Calls have been made for a road safety study to be carried out on a south Shropshire road.
Thousands of NHS patients treated in hospital corridors
Thousands of patients are still being treated in hospital corridors. In Worcestershire and Herefordshire, an average of 67 patients were treated in corridors each day in May.
Village war memorial to be restored to its former glory
A parish council has been given permission to restore a war memorial back to its former glory.
New eclectic eatery for town-centre spot
A Herefordshire town could be about to get the county’s first branch of a quirky and eclectic café-bar and restaurant chain.
‘Tash’ Ashby death could yet lead to homicide inquiry
The death of a troubled young woman in a tent in Hereford nearly three years ago could yet lead to a homicide inquiry, a court has heard.
Cats Protection Hosts Family Summer Event in Allensmore
Herefordshire families are being encouraged to head over to the Herefordshire Cat Centre in Allensmore this June as Cats Protection hosts its much‑loved Summer Charity Event, a community favourite packed with activities, treats, and of course, plenty of feline charm.
‘Red tape’ could see council workers banned from working ‘at local pub’
Plans to impose “authoritarian red tape” which could bar part-time council workers from having a second job “at the local pub” have been pushed back.
Reform UK councillor explains why he voted against flying Pride flag in village
A Reform UK councillor at the centre of a row over a council leader’s comments on homophobia has explained why he voted against flying the Pride flag last year.
Neighbours object to 72-bed care home plan
Neighbours have spoken out against plans for a new care home, raising concerns about traffic and overdevelopment.
Where to Watch England in the 2026 World Cup: Top Local Spots
The biggest football tournament has officially kicked off and as the Three Lions prepare to take on the 2026 World Cup, pubs across our region are gearing up for a summer of football fever.
Thousands of NHS patients treated in hospital corridors
Thousands of patients are still being treated in hospital corridors. In Worcestershire and Herefordshire, an average of 67 patients were treated in corridors each day in May.
Village war memorial to be restored to its former glory
A parish council has been given permission to restore a war memorial back to its former glory.
Taxi fares to rise
Taxi fares are set to rise across Worcester despite fears the price hike could damage the industry.
Neighbours object to 72-bed care home plan
Neighbours have spoken out against plans for a new care home, raising concerns about traffic and overdevelopment.
Police raise security concerns over council’s planned HMO
Police say council plans to convert a Georgian townhouse into temporary accommodation are lacking in security detail.
How many swimming pools?
How many swimming pools out of the current 12 will be kept open in Powys after 2030 – a councillor has asked.
What is it like to give birth in your area? Use our interactive tool to find out
From tests to scans, and from going into labour to feeling your new baby's skin on yours for the first time - what happens at each stage of the maternity care journey is recorded by healthcare staff.
Former Superdry finance chief Wills joins discounter Poundland | Mark Kleinman blog
Manhunt in London after death of 22-year-old in reported stabbing
A murder investigation has been launched after the death of a man in a reported stabbing in London.
Teenager who caused death of friend on e-scooter walks free from court
A teenager who caused the death of his 14-year-old friend while riding his e-scooter through a red light and into the path of oncoming traffic has walked free from court.
What is it like to give birth in your area? Use our interactive tool to find out
From tests to scans, and from going into labour to feeling your new baby's skin on yours for the first time - what happens at each stage of the maternity care journey is recorded by healthcare staff.
BBC staff face real-terms wage cut as 'bleak' pay proposal revealed
BBC staff could see a real-terms pay cut in the year ahead, a proposal shows, just weeks after the announcement that hundreds of roles are to be axed.
Maddy Cusack's coach called her a 'psycho' before her death, inquest hears
Former Sheffield United player Maddy Cusack's coach called her a "psycho" before her death, an inquest heard.
Manhunt in London after death of 22-year-old in reported stabbing
A murder investigation has been launched after the death of a man in a reported stabbing in London.
England vs DR Congo: Thomas Tuchel battling selection dilemmas, fitness issues and low blocks ahead of last-32 clash
England face DR Congo in the last 32 of the World Cup with several key issues for Thomas Tuchel ahead of his first knockout game as boss.
Paul Merson: Jude Bellingham's deeper role has given Thomas Tuchel midfield headache ahead of DR Congo clash
Paul Merson thinks England boss Thomas Tuchel has a bit of a midfield headache after Jude Bellingham's excellent performance in a deeper role in the 2-0 win over Panama.
Harry Brook says England Test captaincy would be 'great honour' after Ben Stokes' retirement: 'It's something I've always wanted to do'
Harry Brook has said it would be a "great honour" to take on the captaincy of the England Test side after Ben Stokes' abrupt retirement from international cricket.
Lando Norris: McLaren driver says team 'three months behind' F1 rivals in bid to get back to winning races
Lando Norris believes McLaren are "three months behind" in car development as they bid to get back to the front of Formula 1.
LeBron James to leave LA Lakers but will compete in record 24th NBA season elsewhere with Golden State Warriors an option
LeBron James will play a record-extending 24th NBA season with a new team after it was confirmed he would not be returning to the Los Angeles Lakers.
BBC staff face real-terms wage cut as 'bleak' pay proposal revealed
BBC staff could see a real-terms pay cut in the year ahead, a proposal shows, just weeks after the announcement that hundreds of roles are to be axed.
Top Boy actor Micheal Ward was 'overpowering' as he raped woman in car, court told
A woman has described Top Boy actor Micheal Ward as "overpowering," telling a court she "didn't really feel like I had a choice" as she was raped by him in a car.
Hollywood director Carl Erik Rinsch jailed for defrauding Netflix out of $11m for unfinished show
A Hollywood director has been sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison after conning Netflix out of $11m (£8.3m) for an unfinished science fiction series.
UK 'minded' to intervene in historic Paramount and Warner Bros deal over media plurality fears
The UK culture secretary could be about to put a spanner in the works for one of the biggest media deals in history.
Dame Penelope Keith, star of The Good Life, dies aged 86
Actress and TV presenter Dame Penelope Keith has died aged 86.
'A question of fairness': Analysis exposes those most at risk of overheating and pollution
People of colour or on low income are more than twice as likely to live in neighbourhoods that are polluted and prone to overheating, according to new analysis shared exclusively with Sky News.
Victims of vaginal mesh and epilepsy drug 'deserve justice', says author of Hughes Report into medical scandals
Victims who suffered debilitating pain and learning difficulties from pelvic mesh and an epilepsy drug must receive compensation, the author of a report into the treatments told Sky News.
The GTA VI controversy isn't the price – it's what's missing from the box
Grand Theft Auto VI, the most highly anticipated game of the year, will be released without a physical copy - and that's riled up some gamers.
'Worrying' study shows Australia's social media ban has made no 'meaningful difference' to teenagers
Some 85% of under-16s are still using social media in Australia despite a ban being put in place in December, a major new study suggests.
Man breaks Guinness world record for loudest ever shout
An Australian man has broken the world record for the loudest-ever shout.
Wild black bear captured in Japan after multi-day hunt through major city
Japanese authorities have captured a bear following a multi-day search that saw nearly 100 schools close.
Viral 'Donald Trump' buffalo spared from Eid sacrifice in Bangladesh
A viral buffalo nicknamed "Donald Trump" for its blond tuft has been spared from Eid al-Adha sacrifice after a last-minute government intervention.
Cheese-rolling legend beaten by German YouTuber
The Gloucestershire cheese rolling contest's most successful ever competitor has been beaten by a German YouTuber.
What is it like to give birth in your area? Use our interactive tool to find out
From tests to scans, and from going into labour to feeling your new baby's skin on yours for the first time - what happens at each stage of the maternity care journey is recorded by healthcare staff.
'A question of fairness': Analysis exposes those most at risk of overheating and pollution
People of colour or on low income are more than twice as likely to live in neighbourhoods that are polluted and prone to overheating, according to new analysis shared exclusively with Sky News.
Dame Penelope Keith, star of The Good Life, dies aged 86
Actress and TV presenter Dame Penelope Keith has died aged 86.
UK to replace fleet of destroyers with 'budget warships'
The UK will replace a fleet of big, expensive destroyers with smaller, budget warships under an investment plan that seeks to rearm the military for less cash than officers say they need.
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