<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rss/1000/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest news about Herefordshire with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your region!]]></description><language>en-uk</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 20:18:00 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Pears struggling in chase of 380 to beat Kent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire close day three on 84-3 after being set a target of 380 to win by Kent.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pears-struggling-in-chase-of-380-to-beat-kent/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 20:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pears-struggling-in-chase-of-380-to-beat-kent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['My daughter's death wasn't enough to stop sewage spills']]></title><description><![CDATA[Surfers Against Sewage are calling for the Clean Water Bill to end the privatised water industry.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/my-daughters-death-wasnt-enough-to-stop-sewage-spills/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/my-daughters-death-wasnt-enough-to-stop-sewage-spills/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arrest after traffic warden attacked on city road]]></title><description><![CDATA[The enforcement officer was kicked multiple times on the ground in Hereford, the council says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/arrest-after-traffic-warden-attacked-on-city-road/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/arrest-after-traffic-warden-attacked-on-city-road/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murder arrest after death of man found at home]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 46-year-old man remains in police custody as inquiries continue, West Mercia Police says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/murder-arrest-after-death-of-man-found-at-home/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/murder-arrest-after-death-of-man-found-at-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firefighters take on US challenge in 9/11 tribute]]></title><description><![CDATA[They will climb 110 floors - the same number as the Twin Towers - wearing full firefighting PPE.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/firefighters-take-on-us-challenge-in-911-tribute/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/firefighters-take-on-us-challenge-in-911-tribute/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Girl, 13, to compete in golf world championship]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chloe's father hopes her success will encourage more girls in Herefordshire to take up the sport.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/girl-13-to-compete-in-golf-world-championship/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/girl-13-to-compete-in-golf-world-championship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: What musical giveaway did Dolly Parton inspire?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Other stories include "meeting" woolly mammoths and a veteran turning 100 - can you get 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-what-musical-giveaway-did-dolly-parton-inspire/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-what-musical-giveaway-did-dolly-parton-inspire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Car tax conviction of mayor withdrawn by Hereford magistrates]]></title><description><![CDATA[The conviction at Hereford Magistrates' Court against Sir Sadiq Khan is withdrawn after he was prosecuted in a car ownership scam.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/car-tax-conviction-of-mayor-withdrawn-by-hereford-magistrates/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/car-tax-conviction-of-mayor-withdrawn-by-hereford-magistrates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Walsall, Kidderminster &amp; Worcester winger McDermott dies aged 38]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tributes are paid after the death of former Walsall, York City and Kidderminster Harriers winger David McDermott.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/ex-walsall-kidderminster-amp-worcester-winger-mcdermott-dies-aged-38/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/ex-walsall-kidderminster-amp-worcester-winger-mcdermott-dies-aged-38/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MoD fears new housing could undermine SAS base]]></title><description><![CDATA[The MoD is asking to have a final say before any final layout of the scheme is approved.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mod-fears-new-housing-could-undermine-sas-base/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 10:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mod-fears-new-housing-could-undermine-sas-base/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WW2 veteran 'feels still 50' on 100th birthday]]></title><description><![CDATA["I do my shopping, my cooking and I'm so pleased to be able to carry on," Malin says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/ww2-veteran-feels-still-50-on-100th-birthday/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 09:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/ww2-veteran-feels-still-50-on-100th-birthday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homes will destroy rural setting, says museum]]></title><description><![CDATA[Developers want to build 293 homes on green belt by Avoncroft Museum in Bromsgrove, Worcestershire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/homes-will-destroy-rural-setting-says-museum/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/homes-will-destroy-rural-setting-says-museum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Veterans call Arboretum's name change 'diminishing']]></title><description><![CDATA[The site in Staffordshire will be renamed the Royal British Legion National Remembrance Gardens]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/veterans-call-arboretums-name-change-diminishing/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/veterans-call-arboretums-name-change-diminishing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arboretum's name change faces veterans' backlash]]></title><description><![CDATA[The site in Staffordshire will be renamed the Royal British Legion National Remembrance Gardens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/arboretums-name-change-faces-veterans-backlash/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/arboretums-name-change-faces-veterans-backlash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pears push on after bowling out Kent at Canterbury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire shade day one at Canterbury as they bowl Kent out for 238, before reaching 80-2 at the close.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pears-push-on-after-bowling-out-kent-at-canterbury/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pears-push-on-after-bowling-out-kent-at-canterbury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family criticises delay in police shooting inquiry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marcus Meade was shot at his home in Redditch after a stand-off with police.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/family-criticises-delay-in-police-shooting-inquiry/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/family-criticises-delay-in-police-shooting-inquiry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bridge stonework from police crash to stay in river]]></title><description><![CDATA[Highways officials believe the missing stones are damaged, and recovery would be expensive.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bridge-stonework-from-police-crash-to-stay-in-river/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bridge-stonework-from-police-crash-to-stay-in-river/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bluetongue cases spread across West Midlands]]></title><description><![CDATA[The disease is mainly spread by biting midges and affects cattle, sheep and other grazing animals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bluetongue-cases-spread-across-west-midlands/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 11:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bluetongue-cases-spread-across-west-midlands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Couples urged to stop leaving love locks on bridge]]></title><description><![CDATA[The love locks are being removed to allow maintenance to take place at the Worcester crossing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/couples-urged-to-stop-leaving-love-locks-on-bridge/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 10:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/couples-urged-to-stop-leaving-love-locks-on-bridge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man fundraises for drones for Nepal flood victims]]></title><description><![CDATA[Phil Llewellyn says he has friends in Nepal who have been affected by the flood.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-fundraises-for-drones-for-nepal-flood-victims/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-fundraises-for-drones-for-nepal-flood-victims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City comes bottom for MMR jabs in region]]></title><description><![CDATA[Health officials urge parents to make sure their children are immunised.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/city-comes-bottom-for-mmr-jabs-in-region/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/city-comes-bottom-for-mmr-jabs-in-region/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heritage train commuter service trial 'much needed']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Severn Valley Railway bids to start taking commuters to work in the West Midlands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/heritage-train-commuter-service-trial-much-needed/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 13:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/heritage-train-commuter-service-trial-much-needed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Huge recycling centre blaze 'caused by battery']]></title><description><![CDATA[Residents in Stoke Prior are being warned to keep their windows and doors closed due to the blaze.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/huge-recycling-centre-blaze-caused-by-battery/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/huge-recycling-centre-blaze-caused-by-battery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man takes on 100-mile stadium challenge for friend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shawn McEntee will run from Kidderminster Harriers to Liverpool FC to honour his late friend, Aaron Mills.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-takes-on-100-mile-stadium-challenge-for-friend/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 07:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-takes-on-100-mile-stadium-challenge-for-friend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GB's Fearnley and Dart complete superb comeback wins]]></title><description><![CDATA[Britons Jacob Fearnley and Harriet Dart both produce remarkable comeback wins to reach the US Open second round.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/gbs-fearnley-and-dart-complete-superb-comeback-wins/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/gbs-fearnley-and-dart-complete-superb-comeback-wins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man found with serious injuries in early hours]]></title><description><![CDATA[Appealing for witnesses, police say the man is in a "life -threatening" condition in hospital.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-found-with-serious-injuries-in-early-hours/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 21:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-found-with-serious-injuries-in-early-hours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[One-way traffic system set after footbridge shut]]></title><description><![CDATA[The temporary measures are to start near College Road footbridge which has significant defects.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/one-way-traffic-system-set-after-footbridge-shut/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 16:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/one-way-traffic-system-set-after-footbridge-shut/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Steam trains to return to heritage line after rain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Diesel engines were used for services during August following an embankment fire during the hot spell.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/steam-trains-to-return-to-heritage-line-after-rain/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/steam-trains-to-return-to-heritage-line-after-rain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dozens of heritage sites open for rare free visits]]></title><description><![CDATA[Venues across the West Midlands are welcoming visitors for free Heritage Open Days.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/dozens-of-heritage-sites-open-for-rare-free-visits/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 08:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/dozens-of-heritage-sites-open-for-rare-free-visits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flooding causes disruption to road and rail travel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Heavy rain floods Hall Green, causing disruption on the line between Moor Street and Stratford.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/flooding-causes-disruption-to-road-and-rail-travel/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 23:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/flooding-causes-disruption-to-road-and-rail-travel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcestershire and Lancashire draw at New Road]]></title><description><![CDATA[Weather overrules any chance of a result at New Road as a promising final day of County Championship action between Worcestershire and Lancashire ends in a share of the spoils.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcestershire-and-lancashire-draw-at-new-road/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 18:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcestershire-and-lancashire-draw-at-new-road/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Courier fraud warning after spate of incidents]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fraudsters pretend to be police officers and pressure victims into handing over cash, West Mercia Police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/courier-fraud-warning-after-spate-of-incidents/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 11:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/courier-fraud-warning-after-spate-of-incidents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Care home resident relives ice cream vendor memories]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gordon Chambers, 88, gives out ice creams after a surprise treat by his care home team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/care-home-resident-relives-ice-cream-vendor-memories/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/care-home-resident-relives-ice-cream-vendor-memories/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Escape of Charles II to be recreated by riders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Re-enactors will take on the roles of Charles II and his entourage for the ride from Boscobel House.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/escape-of-charles-ii-to-be-recreated-by-riders/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 08:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/escape-of-charles-ii-to-be-recreated-by-riders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Horses, thunderstorms and sneaky cows]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these beautiful photos of the West Midlands we have been sent this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-horses-thunderstorms-and-sneaky-cows/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 08:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-horses-thunderstorms-and-sneaky-cows/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seaside themed play area opens in city]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former ramps at the Medway Road site have been replaced with a coastal-themed area for children.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/seaside-themed-play-area-opens-in-city/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 16:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/seaside-themed-play-area-opens-in-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dispersal order in place for football derby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Redditch United host Halesowen Town on Monday, with police having extra dispersal powers if required.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/dispersal-order-in-place-for-football-derby/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 13:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/dispersal-order-in-place-for-football-derby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are we still in love with August bank holiday weddings?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Summer Bank Holiday has traditionally been one of the most popular days of the year to get married.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/are-we-still-in-love-with-august-bank-holiday-weddings/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 08:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/are-we-still-in-love-with-august-bank-holiday-weddings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pears bowl out Lancashire cheaply at Worcester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paceman Beyers Swanepoel (4-37) and spinner Fateh Singh (3-27) help Worcestershire bowl out Lancashire for 180 at New Road.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pears-bowl-out-lancashire-cheaply-at-worcester/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 20:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pears-bowl-out-lancashire-cheaply-at-worcester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['A life cut short' - Man died of cardiac arrest after no ambulance available]]></title><description><![CDATA[David Mann died after his wife had to take him to hospital because no ambulances were available.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/a-life-cut-short-man-died-of-cardiac-arrest-after-no-ambulance-available/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/a-life-cut-short-man-died-of-cardiac-arrest-after-no-ambulance-available/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Incomplete road scheme could already be outdated]]></title><description><![CDATA[Councillor Nik Price says "we look at the bigger picture of Bromsgrove".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/incomplete-road-scheme-could-already-be-outdated/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/incomplete-road-scheme-could-already-be-outdated/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West Midlands braces as flooding enters third day]]></title><description><![CDATA[A street in Bilston becomes submerged amid fresh flood warnings for the region.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/west-midlands-braces-as-flooding-enters-third-day/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/west-midlands-braces-as-flooding-enters-third-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More school places for SEND children]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire Council say more SEND pupils will be educated "closer to home".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/more-school-places-for-send-children/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/more-school-places-for-send-children/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harriers sign Hargreaves following Thompson exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kidderminster Harriers sign Cameron Hargreaves following fellow midfielder Seb Thompson's departure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/harriers-sign-hargreaves-following-thompson-exit/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/harriers-sign-hargreaves-following-thompson-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Call for £1.5m to finish city regeneration scheme]]></title><description><![CDATA[The contractor is asking for an extra &pound;1.5m to cover extra costs in order to finish the project.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/call-for-15m-to-finish-city-regeneration-scheme/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 06:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/call-for-15m-to-finish-city-regeneration-scheme/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: Who wrote the novel What Would Dolly Do?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Other stories include a brother and sister taking the spirits industry by storm - can you get 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-who-wrote-the-novel-what-would-dolly-do/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 06:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-who-wrote-the-novel-what-would-dolly-do/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Significant flooding' prompts fire crew call outs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Heavy rain creates problems for residents, with flood alerts in place on Thursday across the region.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/significant-flooding-prompts-fire-crew-call-outs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/significant-flooding-prompts-fire-crew-call-outs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Play rained off for day at Edgbaston, Derby &amp; Worcester]]></title><description><![CDATA[No play is possible on the first day of the latest round of County Championship matches at Edgbaston, Derby and Worcester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/play-rained-off-for-day-at-edgbaston-derby-amp-worcester/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/play-rained-off-for-day-at-edgbaston-derby-amp-worcester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspected fly-tipped debris leaves biker injured]]></title><description><![CDATA[The biker has suffered serious injuries but is now recovering, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/suspected-fly-tipped-debris-leaves-biker-injured/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/suspected-fly-tipped-debris-leaves-biker-injured/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Inspirational' FTD brothers given freedom of town]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jordan and Cian Adams are awarded the honour for their 'extraordinary courage' the council says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/inspirational-ftd-brothers-given-freedom-of-town/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/inspirational-ftd-brothers-given-freedom-of-town/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Impact of drought 'can be seen along River Severn']]></title><description><![CDATA[One Worcestershire fisherman said water levels were probably the lowest he had seen.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/impact-of-drought-can-be-seen-along-river-severn/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/impact-of-drought-can-be-seen-along-river-severn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Seeing fires destroying homes was like history repeating itself']]></title><description><![CDATA[London residents who lost homes in 2022 say lessons were not learnt before the huge Stourbridge fire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/seeing-fires-destroying-homes-was-like-history-repeating-itself/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/seeing-fires-destroying-homes-was-like-history-repeating-itself/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Author leads region's tributes to Dolly Parton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Suzan Holder, who wrote a Parton tribute act novel, says the real Dolly was "an enormous presence".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/author-leads-regions-tributes-to-dolly-parton/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/author-leads-regions-tributes-to-dolly-parton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drug dealer who threw stash into garden jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lawrence Cardoso, 20, of no fixed abode, pleaded guilty to possessing drugs with intent to supply.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/drug-dealer-who-threw-stash-into-garden-jailed/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/drug-dealer-who-threw-stash-into-garden-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Perfect site' for new high school is up for sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[Councillors say the land would be a good location for a secondary school.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/perfect-site-for-new-high-school-is-up-for-sale/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/perfect-site-for-new-high-school-is-up-for-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scouts boss charged over missing Canada trip funds]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Scouts' trip to Canada is no longer going ahead after money was taken from a charity account.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/scouts-boss-charged-over-missing-canada-trip-funds/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/scouts-boss-charged-over-missing-canada-trip-funds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hot weather means more wine, says vineyard]]></title><description><![CDATA[Owners say the hot weather has resulted in more grapes being harvested for local wine.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/hot-weather-means-more-wine-says-vineyard/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 07:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/hot-weather-means-more-wine-says-vineyard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Families' 'turmoil' as fire devastation sinks in]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two homes were destroyed and others badly damaged as fire swept through a road in Pershore on 13 August.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/families-turmoil-as-fire-devastation-sinks-in/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 07:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/families-turmoil-as-fire-devastation-sinks-in/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Child rapist with hundreds of abuse images of same girl jailed for 21 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jordan Richards, who committed his crimes in Carmarthenshire, was described by the judge as &ldquo;cruel and isolating&rdquo;.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/child-rapist-with-hundreds-of-abuse-images-of-same-girl-jailed-for-21-years/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/child-rapist-with-hundreds-of-abuse-images-of-same-girl-jailed-for-21-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arson investigators 'aware of online fire trend']]></title><description><![CDATA[There have been several suspected arson attacks in rural Herefordshire in recent weeks, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/arson-investigators-aware-of-online-fire-trend/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/arson-investigators-aware-of-online-fire-trend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teddy appeal for orphaned kittens]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Birmingham RSPCA branch in Frankley Green say teddies provide comfort to orphaned kittens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/teddy-appeal-for-orphaned-kittens/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/teddy-appeal-for-orphaned-kittens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Committee to decide on 'eyesore' housing plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Developer Barratt Homes has said its plan is "landscape-led and complements the existing area".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/committee-to-decide-on-eyesore-housing-plan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/committee-to-decide-on-eyesore-housing-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anxiety for traders over market's relocation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Several say they are not happy with being moved to the Cornmarket, in Worcester, from September.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/anxiety-for-traders-over-markets-relocation/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/anxiety-for-traders-over-markets-relocation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From saddle to paddle for woman with spine injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saffron Cresswell is preparing for the event two years after a fall left her paralysed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/from-saddle-to-paddle-for-woman-with-spine-injury/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/from-saddle-to-paddle-for-woman-with-spine-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man jailed for abusing teen he 'preyed on' over Snapchat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liam Bunton was sentenced to four years in prison by Worcester Crown Court.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-jailed-for-abusing-teen-he-preyed-on-over-snapchat/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-jailed-for-abusing-teen-he-preyed-on-over-snapchat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcestershire sign Sussex batter Thomas]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire sign former England Under-19 batter George Thomas on a two-year deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcestershire-sign-sussex-batter-thomas/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcestershire-sign-sussex-batter-thomas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Magical day' as bikini song used in health demo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ashleigh Harley describes the live performance and crowds of supporters in London as "magical"]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/magical-day-as-bikini-song-used-in-health-demo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/magical-day-as-bikini-song-used-in-health-demo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The health scare which made a company director rethink his life]]></title><description><![CDATA[Director Mike Watkins admits his diet "wasn't the greatest" before having the seizure in B&amp;Q.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-health-scare-which-made-a-company-director-rethink-his-life/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 07:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-health-scare-which-made-a-company-director-rethink-his-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GB cyclist wins award for final stage performance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester's Alice Towers says "it's really nice to feel the home support" in the West Midlands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/gb-cyclist-wins-award-for-final-stage-performance/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 21:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/gb-cyclist-wins-award-for-final-stage-performance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lategan and Libby inspire Pears win at Cheltenham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dan Lategan and Jake Libby hit centuries as Worcestershire chase a target of 279 at Cheltenham to beat Gloucestershire by eight wickets.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/lategan-and-libby-inspire-pears-win-at-cheltenham/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 19:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/lategan-and-libby-inspire-pears-win-at-cheltenham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Let young people lead the way on anti-social behaviour']]></title><description><![CDATA[Teenagers say they should be at the forefront of finding solutions to youth-related crime.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/let-young-people-lead-the-way-on-anti-social-behaviour/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/let-young-people-lead-the-way-on-anti-social-behaviour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Film celebrates how salt made spa town 'wonky']]></title><description><![CDATA[A new animated film is unveiled in Droitwich Spa will tell its famous salt-production history.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/film-celebrates-how-salt-made-spa-town-wonky/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/film-celebrates-how-salt-made-spa-town-wonky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Resting dogs and cows while flowers bloom]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these great weather photos of the West Midlands we have been sent this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-resting-dogs-and-cows-while-flowers-bloom/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-resting-dogs-and-cows-while-flowers-bloom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Glos batters fight back hard against Pears]]></title><description><![CDATA[Half-centuries from Ollie Price and Miles Hammond bring Gloucestershire back into their County Championship match with Worcestershire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/glos-batters-fight-back-hard-against-pears/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 21:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/glos-batters-fight-back-hard-against-pears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Midlands wildfire 999 calls were diverted to London]]></title><description><![CDATA[It comes as the Fire Brigades Union criticises fire bosses over declining crew numbers since 2008.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/midlands-wildfire-999-calls-were-diverted-to-london/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/midlands-wildfire-999-calls-were-diverted-to-london/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warning issued after fraudsters impersonate police]]></title><description><![CDATA["No police officer from any force will ever ask you to make a payment or purchase", say police.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/warning-issued-after-fraudsters-impersonate-police/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/warning-issued-after-fraudsters-impersonate-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Under-threat market moves to new location]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Worcester market, which was in Angel Place, will continue to sell a range of goods and produce.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/under-threat-market-moves-to-new-location/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 16:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/under-threat-market-moves-to-new-location/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pershore Town players 'give wages to fire relief']]></title><description><![CDATA[The club's first team players donated their wages to fund people who lost their homes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pershore-town-players-give-wages-to-fire-relief/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 20:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pershore-town-players-give-wages-to-fire-relief/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Edavalath &amp; D'Oliveira turn it around for Pears]]></title><description><![CDATA[Injury replacement Rahaan Edavalath's career-best 63, backed by Brett D'Oliveira, helps Worcestershire forge a lead over Gloucestershire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/edavalath-amp-doliveira-turn-it-around-for-pears/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/edavalath-amp-doliveira-turn-it-around-for-pears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Turning a fight for survival in to music]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ashleigh Harley began making songs as a way to say goodbye to her family.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/turning-a-fight-for-survival-in-to-music/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/turning-a-fight-for-survival-in-to-music/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Councillor hits out over 'unfair' rural funding]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire Council's Elissa Swinglehurst says it's "not being sustainably funded".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/councillor-hits-out-over-unfair-rural-funding/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 17:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/councillor-hits-out-over-unfair-rural-funding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PM challenged to song battle by health campaigner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ashleigh Harley is being joined for her performance by 1960s star Brian Hyland.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pm-challenged-to-song-battle-by-health-campaigner/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pm-challenged-to-song-battle-by-health-campaigner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Measles outbreak exposes hospital vaccination gaps]]></title><description><![CDATA[A review of the vaccination status of hospital staff has been carried out in Worcestershire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/measles-outbreak-exposes-hospital-vaccination-gaps/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/measles-outbreak-exposes-hospital-vaccination-gaps/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Llamas, lizards and spiders to be blessed at cathedral]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester Cathedral invites creatures great and small from across the region to an animal blessing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/llamas-lizards-and-spiders-to-be-blessed-at-cathedral/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/llamas-lizards-and-spiders-to-be-blessed-at-cathedral/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: Why was there a complaint from the Celebrity MasterChef judges?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Other stories include news about Robbie Williams' face and Helen George back in Brum - can you get 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-why-was-there-a-complaint-from-the-celebrity-masterchef-judges/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 07:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-why-was-there-a-complaint-from-the-celebrity-masterchef-judges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Allison wickets give Worcs edge at Glos before rain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire's Ben Allison claims three cheap wickets against Gloucestershire before rain ends play.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/allison-wickets-give-worcs-edge-at-glos-before-rain/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/allison-wickets-give-worcs-edge-at-glos-before-rain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Allison gives Pears edge at Cheltenham before rain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire's Ben Allison claims three cheap wickets against Gloucestershire before rain ends play.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/allison-gives-pears-edge-at-cheltenham-before-rain/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/allison-gives-pears-edge-at-cheltenham-before-rain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gang paid for extra baggage to smuggle 460kg of drugs]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 11-strong group were arrested at Birmingham Airport in August 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/gang-paid-for-extra-baggage-to-smuggle-460kg-of-drugs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/gang-paid-for-extra-baggage-to-smuggle-460kg-of-drugs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Go-ahead for 'eyesore' shopping centre demolition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Councillors have voted in favour of demolishing Evesham's Riverside Shopping Centre.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/go-ahead-for-eyesore-shopping-centre-demolition/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/go-ahead-for-eyesore-shopping-centre-demolition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Century-old tortoise recovers after leg amputation]]></title><description><![CDATA[His owner says it means everything to see Trotter out in the garden again.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/century-old-tortoise-recovers-after-leg-amputation/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/century-old-tortoise-recovers-after-leg-amputation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meadows get protection to buy time after sale bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Friends of Burlish Meadows will prepare a bid to buy it after it got Asset of Community Value status.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/meadows-get-protection-to-buy-time-after-sale-bid/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/meadows-get-protection-to-buy-time-after-sale-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet the woman helping abuse victims stay active]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chloe Cartwright hopes her classes will give the women taking part a confidence boost.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/meet-the-woman-helping-abuse-victims-stay-active/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/meet-the-woman-helping-abuse-victims-stay-active/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How did some houses survive the Stourbridge fire while neighbours lost everything?]]></title><description><![CDATA[One question asked by many after last week's fire is why some homes escaped unscathed?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-did-some-houses-survive-the-stourbridge-fire-while-neighbours-lost-everything/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 07:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-did-some-houses-survive-the-stourbridge-fire-while-neighbours-lost-everything/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deli boss praises reduction in pavement licence]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Leominster business owner says the change is great news for the whole high street.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/deli-boss-praises-reduction-in-pavement-licence/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/deli-boss-praises-reduction-in-pavement-licence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['My car was rammed by a rhino']]></title><description><![CDATA[It all went awry for Zoe Farmer at West Midlands Safari Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/my-car-was-rammed-by-a-rhino/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/my-car-was-rammed-by-a-rhino/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council finances in 'severe' trouble, warns report]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire County Council is facing 'escalating' financial problems.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-finances-in-severe-trouble-warns-report/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-finances-in-severe-trouble-warns-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flood defence project to finish ahead of schedule]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Environment Agency said the dry weather has allowed contractors to speed up the &pound;5.2m plan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/flood-defence-project-to-finish-ahead-of-schedule/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/flood-defence-project-to-finish-ahead-of-schedule/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cancer teen helps others find stem cell donors]]></title><description><![CDATA[For his efforts, Leo Sproson is nominated for a BBC Make a Difference award.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cancer-teen-helps-others-find-stem-cell-donors/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cancer-teen-helps-others-find-stem-cell-donors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We thought we were going to die in rhino attack']]></title><description><![CDATA[Zoe Farmer claims the attraction "washed their hands" over the families affected.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/we-thought-we-were-going-to-die-in-rhino-attack/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/we-thought-we-were-going-to-die-in-rhino-attack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major repairs start at fire-damaged railway line]]></title><description><![CDATA[Network Rail is aiming to reopen the line by the weekend but says it will "take some time".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/major-repairs-start-at-fire-damaged-railway-line/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/major-repairs-start-at-fire-damaged-railway-line/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Golfer's one-in-six-million hole-in-one]]></title><description><![CDATA[Matt Vigurs, from Droitwich, scored an astonishing albatross at a 411-yard par-4.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/golfers-one-in-six-million-hole-in-one/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/golfers-one-in-six-million-hole-in-one/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teenage boy stabbed and man arrested]]></title><description><![CDATA[Residents are being told to expect an increased police presence in the area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/teenage-boy-stabbed-and-man-arrested/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/teenage-boy-stabbed-and-man-arrested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man hailed a hero after rescuing woman from river]]></title><description><![CDATA[Samer Jouha jumped into the river after seeing the woman submerged in the water, in Evesham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-hailed-a-hero-after-rescuing-woman-from-river/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-hailed-a-hero-after-rescuing-woman-from-river/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I risked life to save horses in Stourbridge fire']]></title><description><![CDATA[Abbie Harvey is still not feeling great after going to A&amp;E, but is sure the animals would have died.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/i-risked-life-to-save-horses-in-stourbridge-fire/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 07:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/i-risked-life-to-save-horses-in-stourbridge-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mum's plea to end jail terms with no end date after son dies in prison]]></title><description><![CDATA[Theresa Mcrae, from Southampton, is demanding immediate action to end "torturous" indefinite prison terms.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mums-plea-to-end-jail-terms-with-no-end-date-after-son-dies-in-prison/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 06:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mums-plea-to-end-jail-terms-with-no-end-date-after-son-dies-in-prison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pinnacles to be replaced five years on from storm]]></title><description><![CDATA[Work is now ongoing to replace the architectural features at Worcester Cathedral.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pinnacles-to-be-replaced-five-years-on-from-storm/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pinnacles-to-be-replaced-five-years-on-from-storm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-police federation secretary handed policing ban]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jamie Harrison, 55, is banned from policing after he was convicted of fraud in March.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/ex-police-federation-secretary-handed-policing-ban/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/ex-police-federation-secretary-handed-policing-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I heard a big bang, like a bomb going off']]></title><description><![CDATA[A Pershore resident says he feels sad for the people affected and all the memories they have lost.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/i-heard-a-big-bang-like-a-bomb-going-off/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/i-heard-a-big-bang-like-a-bomb-going-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metal forget-me-nots display remembers hospice patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[St Richard's Hospice have planted 900 handcrafted flowers by St Andrew's Spire in Worcester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/metal-forget-me-nots-display-remembers-hospice-patients/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 07:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/metal-forget-me-nots-display-remembers-hospice-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Behaviours need to change, says chief fire officer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chief Fire Officer, Jon Pryce, said the service has attended 800 open fires in the county since May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/behaviours-need-to-change-says-chief-fire-officer/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 14:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/behaviours-need-to-change-says-chief-fire-officer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Dogs balancing on hay bales while West Midlands swelters]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these weather photos of the West Midlands we have been sent this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-dogs-balancing-on-hay-bales-while-west-midlands-swelters/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 08:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-dogs-balancing-on-hay-bales-while-west-midlands-swelters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire services stretched as residents still not home]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major incidents declared across England and Wales with blazes in Stourbridge, Sandwell and Pershore.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fire-services-stretched-as-residents-still-not-home/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 23:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fire-services-stretched-as-residents-still-not-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leisure centre nears completion after £15m revamp]]></title><description><![CDATA[The leisure centre revamp is part of Wychavon's multi-million pound investment in Droitwich Spa.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/leisure-centre-nears-completion-after-15m-revamp/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 15:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/leisure-centre-nears-completion-after-15m-revamp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Emergency accommodation 'taking shape']]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire Council predicts a saving of &pound;600,000 a year by cutting the number of B&amp;B places needed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/emergency-accommodation-taking-shape/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 11:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/emergency-accommodation-taking-shape/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Care home in special measures upgraded to good]]></title><description><![CDATA[It follows a rating of inadequate at The Garth Care Home in Kington.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/care-home-in-special-measures-upgraded-to-good/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/care-home-in-special-measures-upgraded-to-good/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Child rapist jailed for abuse spanning 10 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Luke Simon was found guilty by a jury for 20 counts of sexual assault of children under 13.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/child-rapist-jailed-for-abuse-spanning-10-years/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/child-rapist-jailed-for-abuse-spanning-10-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mum's anger at possible release of daughter's killer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lily-May Vaughan was the passenger in a car driven by her boyfriend Logan Addison when they crashed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mums-anger-at-possible-release-of-daughters-killer/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mums-anger-at-possible-release-of-daughters-killer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: How did this cat end up as a social media star?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Other stories include an amazing golf hole in one and Pershore plums - can you get 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-how-did-this-cat-end-up-as-a-social-media-star/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-how-did-this-cat-end-up-as-a-social-media-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eclipse 2026 - how was it for you?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thousands of people across the West Midlands observed the partial eclipse of the sun.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/eclipse-2026-how-was-it-for-you/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/eclipse-2026-how-was-it-for-you/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I woke up with no feeling in my legs - now I'm doing a triathlon']]></title><description><![CDATA[Martha Sharland is in training for the event two years after she lost the ability to walk.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/i-woke-up-with-no-feeling-in-my-legs-now-im-doing-a-triathlon/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/i-woke-up-with-no-feeling-in-my-legs-now-im-doing-a-triathlon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Farmer fights order to undo brook straightening]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire Council says the altered brook could cause flooding locally or further down stream.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/farmer-fights-order-to-undo-brook-straightening/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/farmer-fights-order-to-undo-brook-straightening/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brexit rules put strain on zoo's conservation work]]></title><description><![CDATA[Staffs at Twycross Zoo say they need new laws to make it easier to transport animals globally.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/brexit-rules-put-strain-on-zoos-conservation-work/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 07:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/brexit-rules-put-strain-on-zoos-conservation-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[M50 carriageway reopens after large field fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Smoke has been blowing across the motorway before the road fully reopened, National Highways says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/m50-carriageway-reopens-after-large-field-fire/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/m50-carriageway-reopens-after-large-field-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Severn Trent plea on sprinklers and paddling pools]]></title><description><![CDATA["We have all got to take some personal responsibility," says a senior boss at the water company.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/severn-trent-plea-on-sprinklers-and-paddling-pools/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/severn-trent-plea-on-sprinklers-and-paddling-pools/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to see the solar eclipse in the West Midlands]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dozens of events are being held where people can view the most dramatic partial solar eclipse in years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-to-see-the-solar-eclipse-in-the-west-midlands/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-to-see-the-solar-eclipse-in-the-west-midlands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dry weather damages farmers' potato crops]]></title><description><![CDATA[It comes as the Met Office said this summer is on course to be the UK's hottest on record.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/dry-weather-damages-farmers-potato-crops/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 07:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/dry-weather-damages-farmers-potato-crops/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City's postal delays revealed on MP's heat map]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tom Collins is making delays visible after struggling to get Royal Mail to admit there is a problem.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/citys-postal-delays-revealed-on-mps-heat-map/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/citys-postal-delays-revealed-on-mps-heat-map/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The specialist who gave a woman her confidence back with a prosthetic nose]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kelly Hood says Jayne Hardman became one of her favourite patients as they worked on her nose.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-specialist-who-gave-a-woman-her-confidence-back-with-a-prosthetic-nose/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-specialist-who-gave-a-woman-her-confidence-back-with-a-prosthetic-nose/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[One-Day Cup knockout stages set after dramatic day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicestershire, Lancashire, Nottinghamshire, Middlesex, Yorkshire &amp; Durham all qualify for the knockout stages of One-Day Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/one-day-cup-knockout-stages-set-after-dramatic-day/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/one-day-cup-knockout-stages-set-after-dramatic-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teenager clocked driving at 98mph near school]]></title><description><![CDATA[Musa Rafiq, 19, is disqualified from driving for 18 months after a conviction for dangerous driving.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/teenager-clocked-driving-at-98mph-near-school/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/teenager-clocked-driving-at-98mph-near-school/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Missing medication turned holiday into 'nightmare']]></title><description><![CDATA[The family say they can now enjoy their holiday after more than three days without their cases.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/missing-medication-turned-holiday-into-nightmare/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/missing-medication-turned-holiday-into-nightmare/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Swimming lessons gap disappointing, says Olympian]]></title><description><![CDATA[One third of children in the West Midlands can't swim 25 metres when they leave primary school.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/swimming-lessons-gap-disappointing-says-olympian/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/swimming-lessons-gap-disappointing-says-olympian/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walkers fear losing access to path after 50 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[The path is on Malvern College land and new prep-school plans show it may be built on top of it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/walkers-fear-losing-access-to-path-after-50-years/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/walkers-fear-losing-access-to-path-after-50-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Golfer left shaking by 411-yard hole in one]]></title><description><![CDATA[Matthew Vigurs says England Golf believes his shot had a one in six million chance of happening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/golfer-left-shaking-by-411-yard-hole-in-one/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/golfer-left-shaking-by-411-yard-hole-in-one/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Green councillor loses faith in Polanski and quits]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin Allen defects to the Lib-Dems, saying the Green leader is "not fit to be prime minister".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/green-councillor-loses-faith-in-polanski-and-quits/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/green-councillor-loses-faith-in-polanski-and-quits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The friendships forged through a dementia bond]]></title><description><![CDATA[The group were part of celebrations for the FTD Brothers and say their mum would be proud of them.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-friendships-forged-through-a-dementia-bond/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-friendships-forged-through-a-dementia-bond/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Airport passengers forced to fly without luggage felt 'locked' on plane]]></title><description><![CDATA[More holidaymakers share their frustration following Birmingham Airport baggage problems.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/airport-passengers-forced-to-fly-without-luggage-felt-locked-on-plane/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/airport-passengers-forced-to-fly-without-luggage-felt-locked-on-plane/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Biker killed and man arrested after HGV crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say the motorcylist is believed to have been travelling within a group of other bikers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/biker-killed-and-man-arrested-after-hgv-crash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/biker-killed-and-man-arrested-after-hgv-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murder 24/7 - how detectives solved 'extreme sadistic' crimes]]></title><description><![CDATA[These crimes are tough for the officers involved, a detective featured on the show says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/murder-247-how-detectives-solved-extreme-sadistic-crimes/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/murder-247-how-detectives-solved-extreme-sadistic-crimes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['A sense of loss': A town still in shock a year after Raven blaze]]></title><description><![CDATA[Residents said they were "upset" at the wait for action, and told the BBC it was damaging the town.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/a-sense-of-loss-a-town-still-in-shock-a-year-after-raven-blaze/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/a-sense-of-loss-a-town-still-in-shock-a-year-after-raven-blaze/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Middlesex through as One-Day Cup nears tense finale]]></title><description><![CDATA[A day of unlikely One-Day Cup results includes defeats for the top three in Group A as Middlesex go through.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/middlesex-through-as-one-day-cup-nears-tense-finale/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 21:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/middlesex-through-as-one-day-cup-nears-tense-finale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Holiday 'completely overshadowed' by loss of airport luggage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Passengers affected by baggage problems are still without luggage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/holiday-completely-overshadowed-by-loss-of-airport-luggage/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 21:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/holiday-completely-overshadowed-by-loss-of-airport-luggage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Town celebrates its plum heritage with festival]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Pershore Plum Festival celebrates three varieties of plum that carry the town's name.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/town-celebrates-its-plum-heritage-with-festival/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 08:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/town-celebrates-its-plum-heritage-with-festival/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will devolution impact the West Midlands unfairly?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Devolution is set to benefit areas with metro mayors from 2027, but what about areas without mayors?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/will-devolution-impact-the-west-midlands-unfairly/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 08:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/will-devolution-impact-the-west-midlands-unfairly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Flowers, a dog, and a zebra, all in unlikely places]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these gorgeous weather photos of the West Midlands we have been sent this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-flowers-a-dog-and-a-zebra-all-in-unlikely-places/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 08:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-flowers-a-dog-and-a-zebra-all-in-unlikely-places/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Airport baggage issues leave hundreds without luggage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Passengers flying from Birmingham Airport start their holidays without their luggage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/airport-baggage-issues-leave-hundreds-without-luggage/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 18:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/airport-baggage-issues-leave-hundreds-without-luggage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Early release scheme is causing victims stress']]></title><description><![CDATA[Sue Coleman, from West Mercia Women's Aid, says domestic violence perpetrators should not be shown leniency.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/early-release-scheme-is-causing-victims-stress/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 08:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/early-release-scheme-is-causing-victims-stress/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How can landscape recover after devastating fires?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Conservationists are working to restore wildlife after recent wildfires devastated habitats.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-can-landscape-recover-after-devastating-fires/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 08:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-can-landscape-recover-after-devastating-fires/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How charities help the homeless in heatwaves]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hot weather can quickly become dangerous for people living on the streets.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-charities-help-the-homeless-in-heatwaves/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 08:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-charities-help-the-homeless-in-heatwaves/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcestershire beat Sussex in One-Day Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Somerset keep their hopes of qualifying for the latter stages of the One-Day Cup alive with a thumping victory over Surrey, thanks to a brilliant Tom Lammonby ton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcestershire-beat-sussex-in-one-day-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcestershire-beat-sussex-in-one-day-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ambulances making '200-mile trips' to help patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crews from as far away as Warwick and Hereford are said to be responding to 999 calls in Staffordshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/ambulances-making-200-mile-trips-to-help-patients/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/ambulances-making-200-mile-trips-to-help-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birthplace of women's cricket celebrates centenary]]></title><description><![CDATA[Colwall marks the 1926 origins of women's cricket with a week-long celebration.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/birthplace-of-womens-cricket-celebrates-centenary/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/birthplace-of-womens-cricket-celebrates-centenary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Illegal worker raids lead to record arrests]]></title><description><![CDATA[There have been hundreds of arrests this year, after "targeted action" in the West Midlands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/illegal-worker-raids-lead-to-record-arrests/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/illegal-worker-raids-lead-to-record-arrests/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man, 70, jailed for 'disgusting' acts on child]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin Cowley is found guilty of 14 counts of indecent assault on a girl under the age of 16.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-70-jailed-for-disgusting-acts-on-child/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-70-jailed-for-disgusting-acts-on-child/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Midwife used dad's loss as fuel to save a stranger]]></title><description><![CDATA[Melanie Sinton said she "felt quite privileged to be in a position to be able to help" save a stranger.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/midwife-used-dads-loss-as-fuel-to-save-a-stranger/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 07:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/midwife-used-dads-loss-as-fuel-to-save-a-stranger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: How did a football club come to the aid of these donkeys?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Other stories include chess-playing youngsters and royal fonts - can you get 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-how-did-a-football-club-come-to-the-aid-of-these-donkeys/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 07:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-how-did-a-football-club-come-to-the-aid-of-these-donkeys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Village rewriting understanding of first Britons]]></title><description><![CDATA[A community dig in Dorstone, funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, has uncovered prehistoric artefacts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/village-rewriting-understanding-of-first-britons/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/village-rewriting-understanding-of-first-britons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big acts like Blue set to perform 'in car park']]></title><description><![CDATA[Ian Archer says the people of Herefordshire deserve to see big name acts without having to travel.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/big-acts-like-blue-set-to-perform-in-car-park/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/big-acts-like-blue-set-to-perform-in-car-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drone footage reveals scale of hotel fire damage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wychavon District Council says it is "pushing" for action over the Droitwich landmark.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/drone-footage-reveals-scale-of-hotel-fire-damage/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/drone-footage-reveals-scale-of-hotel-fire-damage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All of England's rivers and lakes polluted with chemicals, officials say]]></title><description><![CDATA[The campaign group River Action said some farming, particularly intensive poultry units were a growing threat to rivers such as the Wye and Severn.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/all-of-englands-rivers-and-lakes-polluted-with-chemicals-officials-say/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/all-of-englands-rivers-and-lakes-polluted-with-chemicals-officials-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Military history festival doubles number of events]]></title><description><![CDATA[Up to 60 events will feature in the Hereford festival in late September, after last year's debut.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/military-history-festival-doubles-number-of-events/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 07:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/military-history-festival-doubles-number-of-events/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Whole lotta shock as Led Zep star plays teen at chess]]></title><description><![CDATA[Robert Plant surprises competitors at a children's tournament in Bewdley to play "some casual chess".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/whole-lotta-shock-as-led-zep-star-plays-teen-at-chess/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/whole-lotta-shock-as-led-zep-star-plays-teen-at-chess/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Bristol Rovers keeper Binns to join Malvern on loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bristol Rovers midfielder Josh McEachran exits while goalkeeper Charlie Binns signs on a one-year deal before leaving on loan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-bristol-rovers-keeper-binns-to-join-malvern-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-bristol-rovers-keeper-binns-to-join-malvern-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bypass will slash congestion, council claims]]></title><description><![CDATA[Journey times between the city centre and Rotherwas could reduce by six-and-a-half-minutes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bypass-will-slash-congestion-council-claims/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bypass-will-slash-congestion-council-claims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Festival-goers banned from bringing barbecues]]></title><description><![CDATA[The ban at Lakefest 2026 is to combat wildfire risk and ensure "everybody is protected and safe".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/festival-goers-banned-from-bringing-barbecues/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/festival-goers-banned-from-bringing-barbecues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Robert Plant gatecrashed Bewdley chess match]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Led Zeppelin frontman brought a whole new definition to the phrase 'rook and roll'.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/when-robert-plant-gatecrashed-bewdley-chess-match/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/when-robert-plant-gatecrashed-bewdley-chess-match/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why has the West Midlands had so many fires?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The region has seen large wildfires during the hot, dry weather this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/why-has-the-west-midlands-had-so-many-fires/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/why-has-the-west-midlands-had-so-many-fires/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charities get £2.2m from pollution incident fines]]></title><description><![CDATA[Water firm Severn Trent was investigated for two pollution incidents.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/charities-get-22m-from-pollution-incident-fines/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/charities-get-22m-from-pollution-incident-fines/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Workers share memories of the drought of 1976]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Drought Act 1976 was passed on 6 August, following severe water shortages across the UK.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/workers-share-memories-of-the-drought-of-1976/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/workers-share-memories-of-the-drought-of-1976/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Frightening' wildfire came close to village homes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The fire service was called out on Sunday, evacuating residents from their homes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/frightening-wildfire-came-close-to-village-homes/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/frightening-wildfire-came-close-to-village-homes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Early release means justice snatched away - PCC]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Campion says building new prisons is the only way out of the overcrowding "crisis".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/early-release-means-justice-snatched-away-pcc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/early-release-means-justice-snatched-away-pcc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fundraiser for girl, 5, believed to have drowned]]></title><description><![CDATA[The girl, known locally as Letti, died after being pulled from water, having gone missing in Badsey.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fundraiser-for-girl-5-believed-to-have-drowned/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fundraiser-for-girl-5-believed-to-have-drowned/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heritage railway suspends steam trains after fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[The railway said diesel engines would be used instead to reduce the risk of fires.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/heritage-railway-suspends-steam-trains-after-fire/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/heritage-railway-suspends-steam-trains-after-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&pound;4.8m boost for college's construction courses]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pershore College will take on hundreds of extra students.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pound48m-boost-for-colleges-construction-courses/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pound48m-boost-for-colleges-construction-courses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lanes shut on M5 after fire spread to embankment]]></title><description><![CDATA[All lanes reopened by about 14:30 BST on Monday as the fire was tackled, the fire service says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/lanes-shut-on-m5-after-fire-spread-to-embankment/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 15:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/lanes-shut-on-m5-after-fire-spread-to-embankment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cafe owner died after falling into Hereford stream]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jo Snowzell, a former teacher and cafe owner, died accidentally after she fell into a stream in Hereford city centre, an inquest heard]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cafe-owner-died-after-falling-into-hereford-stream/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 15:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cafe-owner-died-after-falling-into-hereford-stream/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I've got a prosthetic nose for every occasion']]></title><description><![CDATA[Almost a decade on from her nose removal, Jayne Hardman is posting about it online to help others.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/ive-got-a-prosthetic-nose-for-every-occasion/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 14:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/ive-got-a-prosthetic-nose-for-every-occasion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best-selling author makes Herefordshire home]]></title><description><![CDATA[The river, the history, the hills: It's easy to see why Barbara Erskine fell in love here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/best-selling-author-makes-herefordshire-home/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 14:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/best-selling-author-makes-herefordshire-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA["I designed a silk scarf to honour my mum"]]></title><description><![CDATA[Natalie Winmill from Hereford has designed a scarf to raise awareness of ovarian cancer]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/i-designed-a-silk-scarf-to-honour-my-mum/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 12:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/i-designed-a-silk-scarf-to-honour-my-mum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Visitors not deterred by low river levels]]></title><description><![CDATA[Businesses and visitors say the conditions are not stopping people enjoying the River Wye.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/visitors-not-deterred-by-low-river-levels/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/visitors-not-deterred-by-low-river-levels/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How do you like them apples? Cider 'gene bank' branches out to awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Museum of Cider is praised for the preservation work of its "heritage apple trees".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-do-you-like-them-apples-cider-gene-bank-branches-out-to-awards/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 07:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-do-you-like-them-apples-cider-gene-bank-branches-out-to-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pears suffer heavy defeat at Essex in One-Day Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Emilio Gay hits an unbeaten century for Durham in the One-Day Cup, while wins for Leicestershire and Middlesex take them top of their groups.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pears-suffer-heavy-defeat-at-essex-in-one-day-cup/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 20:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pears-suffer-heavy-defeat-at-essex-in-one-day-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roller-skating rink set to close over rent dispute]]></title><description><![CDATA[The rink's founder says the uplifted rent would cost his business an extra &pound;800 a month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/roller-skating-rink-set-to-close-over-rent-dispute/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 15:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/roller-skating-rink-set-to-close-over-rent-dispute/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A splash of hope amid the UK lido decline]]></title><description><![CDATA[The West Midlands' last traditional public lido celebrates its busiest July since 2007.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/a-splash-of-hope-amid-the-uk-lido-decline/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 08:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/a-splash-of-hope-amid-the-uk-lido-decline/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Vibrant sunflowers add to colours of summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these beautiful weather photos of the West Midlands we have been sent this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-vibrant-sunflowers-add-to-colours-of-summer/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 08:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-vibrant-sunflowers-add-to-colours-of-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire crews and farmers battle trailer blaze]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fire crews found "several pockets of fire" at the scene after the blaze had spread to nearby fields.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fire-crews-and-farmers-battle-trailer-blaze/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2026 11:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fire-crews-and-farmers-battle-trailer-blaze/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire crews battle blaze at nature reserve]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fire crews have estimated about 1,200 sq m (12,900 sq ft) of land has been affected by the fire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fire-crews-battle-blaze-at-nature-reserve/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2026 10:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fire-crews-battle-blaze-at-nature-reserve/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boaters race against clock as drained canals close]]></title><description><![CDATA[Boaters are trying to beat lock closures as low water levels grip the canal network.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/boaters-race-against-clock-as-drained-canals-close/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2026 08:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/boaters-race-against-clock-as-drained-canals-close/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcestershire beat Middlesex in One-Day Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yorkshire end Durham's unbeaten One-Day Cup start, while there are wins for Derbyshire, Hampshire, Kent, Leicestershire, Worcestershire &amp; Surrey.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcestershire-beat-middlesex-in-one-day-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 22:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcestershire-beat-middlesex-in-one-day-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fundraising weekend in memory of young cricketer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Josh Baker's father says the event in memory of his son is "humbling".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fundraising-weekend-in-memory-of-young-cricketer/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 17:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fundraising-weekend-in-memory-of-young-cricketer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Village pays tribute after child's death]]></title><description><![CDATA[The opening hours of St James' Church are extended to allow people to pay tribute.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/village-pays-tribute-after-childs-death/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/village-pays-tribute-after-childs-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire food waste to be collected next year]]></title><description><![CDATA[Food waste in the county will be collected on a weekly basis from September.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-food-waste-to-be-collected-next-year/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-food-waste-to-be-collected-next-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man died of drug toxicity after quitting smoking]]></title><description><![CDATA[A coroner says stopping smoking made the levels of clozapine in Jack Burton's blood toxic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-died-of-drug-toxicity-after-quitting-smoking/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-died-of-drug-toxicity-after-quitting-smoking/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robot sessions aim to inspire future engineers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Schoolchildren in Hereford are given a taste of how to build robots from scratch.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/robot-sessions-aim-to-inspire-future-engineers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/robot-sessions-aim-to-inspire-future-engineers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Malvern Hills patrols hope to reduce wildfire risk]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Malvern Hills Trust is also urging visitors to leave disposable barbecues at home.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/malvern-hills-patrols-hope-to-reduce-wildfire-risk/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/malvern-hills-patrols-hope-to-reduce-wildfire-risk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We got married on the day of the 1966 World Cup final']]></title><description><![CDATA[Jennifer and Tony Powell are marking 60 years of marriage and share memories of their big day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/we-got-married-on-the-day-of-the-1966-world-cup-final/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/we-got-married-on-the-day-of-the-1966-world-cup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National Star students prepare to leave amidst some uncertain futures]]></title><description><![CDATA[We've been following a group of students at the college provides specialist further education for people with disabilities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/national-star-students-prepare-to-leave-amidst-some-uncertain-futures/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/national-star-students-prepare-to-leave-amidst-some-uncertain-futures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: What did Joe Lycett put in his first solo art exhibition?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Other stories include Scooby Doo dressing up and Morrissey letters - can you get 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-what-did-joe-lycett-put-in-his-first-solo-art-exhibition/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-what-did-joe-lycett-put-in-his-first-solo-art-exhibition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Missing child, 5, dies after being found in water]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Mercia Police says the missing child was found unresponsive.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/missing-child-5-dies-after-being-found-in-water/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/missing-child-5-dies-after-being-found-in-water/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Government ends children's services intervention]]></title><description><![CDATA[A statutory notice over the once-troubled service in Herefordshire has been revoked after progress.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/government-ends-childrens-services-intervention/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/government-ends-childrens-services-intervention/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Farmer diversifying amid climate change pressures]]></title><description><![CDATA[Farmer and Britain's Got Talent winner Andy Owens shares the challenges of climate change.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/farmer-diversifying-amid-climate-change-pressures/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/farmer-diversifying-amid-climate-change-pressures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Climate change leads to blackcurrant struggles for Ribena]]></title><description><![CDATA[The firm admits it has been a tough year for growers due to rain, hail, and three major heatwaves.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/climate-change-leads-to-blackcurrant-struggles-for-ribena/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/climate-change-leads-to-blackcurrant-struggles-for-ribena/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcestershire suffer first One-Day Cup defeat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Durham prove they are not a one-man show in the One-Day Cup as Will Rhodes helps maintain their unbeaten start after Ben Stokes' duck.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcestershire-suffer-first-one-day-cup-defeat/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcestershire-suffer-first-one-day-cup-defeat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West Midlands officially in drought, Environment Agency says]]></title><description><![CDATA[The drought declarations follow an exceptionally hot and dry period, which has hit rivers, crops and nature.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/west-midlands-officially-in-drought-environment-agency-says/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/west-midlands-officially-in-drought-environment-agency-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We were too relaxed, but then ash started falling on us']]></title><description><![CDATA[Katie Bott was in France for a wedding, and it was only when a third fire erupted nearby her family's fears rose.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/we-were-too-relaxed-but-then-ash-started-falling-on-us/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/we-were-too-relaxed-but-then-ash-started-falling-on-us/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record rainfall to prolonged dry spell in village]]></title><description><![CDATA[It comes as a drought is declared in the West Midlands by the Environment Agency.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/record-rainfall-to-prolonged-dry-spell-in-village/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/record-rainfall-to-prolonged-dry-spell-in-village/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Complaints soar over car seller's 'faulty' motors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Customers claim they are being sold cars that break down within weeks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/complaints-soar-over-car-sellers-faulty-motors/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/complaints-soar-over-car-sellers-faulty-motors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rail strike called off after union talks]]></title><description><![CDATA[The operator says services across the West Midlands will run as normal on Friday and Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rail-strike-called-off-after-union-talks/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 08:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rail-strike-called-off-after-union-talks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Friends dress as Scooby Doo characters for car race]]></title><description><![CDATA[The four friends are raising money for a mental health centre to remember a friend who died.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/friends-dress-as-scooby-doo-characters-for-car-race/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 07:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/friends-dress-as-scooby-doo-characters-for-car-race/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I'm not budging': bypass tree battle rages on]]></title><description><![CDATA[A homeowner is trying to block the Hereford bypass to protect an ancient tree.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/im-not-budging-bypass-tree-battle-rages-on/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/im-not-budging-bypass-tree-battle-rages-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['It's only going to get worse': Fears for canals amid drought threat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canals across the region have seen closures and falling water levels because of the hot weather.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/its-only-going-to-get-worse-fears-for-canals-amid-drought-threat/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/its-only-going-to-get-worse-fears-for-canals-amid-drought-threat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Store closed after tobacco found under 'dog kennel']]></title><description><![CDATA[Trading Standards seized items from a second shop which was also ordered to close by magistrates.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/store-closed-after-tobacco-found-under-dog-kennel/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/store-closed-after-tobacco-found-under-dog-kennel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Richard Hammond fined £999 for  speeding offences]]></title><description><![CDATA[The TV host is caught speeding twice in Herefordshire in the space of three weeks, magistrates hear.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/richard-hammond-fined-999-for-speeding-offences/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 14:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/richard-hammond-fined-999-for-speeding-offences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rough sleeper who inspired charity gets headstone]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Maggs, who died in a disused Worcester factory in 1984, had been buried in an unmarked grave.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rough-sleeper-who-inspired-charity-gets-headstone/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rough-sleeper-who-inspired-charity-gets-headstone/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Residents unhappy over 'crazy' postal delays]]></title><description><![CDATA[People in Worcestershire say they are waiting for weeks to get their post, with some missing appointments.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/residents-unhappy-over-crazy-postal-delays/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/residents-unhappy-over-crazy-postal-delays/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bill Oddie: ‘My TV green grandad’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Documentary maker Adam O'Hare says the late broadcaster's love of wildlife was infectious.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bill-oddie-my-tv-green-grandad/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 18:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bill-oddie-my-tv-green-grandad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man denies murder after body found in garage fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police went to a garage on fire on Surman Street, Worcester and discovered a man dead inside the property.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-denies-murder-after-body-found-in-garage-fire/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-denies-murder-after-body-found-in-garage-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Farmwatch]]></title><description><![CDATA[How a herd of hundreds is helping future-proof a Worcestershire family farm.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/farmwatch/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/farmwatch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Divers complete repairs on 183-year-old lock]]></title><description><![CDATA[Repairs on Bevere Lock were "particularly challenging" because some work was carried out underwater.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/divers-complete-repairs-on-183-year-old-lock/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/divers-complete-repairs-on-183-year-old-lock/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Racing Pod: Robbie Dunne]]></title><description><![CDATA[The serial winner celebrates 25 years in the saddle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-racing-pod-robbie-dunne/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-racing-pod-robbie-dunne/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mental health rehab unit set to be shut down]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cromwell House is &ldquo;not fit for the future&rdquo; and also has flooding issues, an NHS trust says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mental-health-rehab-unit-set-to-be-shut-down/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 07:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mental-health-rehab-unit-set-to-be-shut-down/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community offers Harriers' players rooms for rent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kidderminster Harriers' boss praises the "magnificent" response to a club appeal for its players.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/community-offers-harriers-players-rooms-for-rent/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/community-offers-harriers-players-rooms-for-rent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcs beat Hants in One-Day Cup thriller]]></title><description><![CDATA[Middlesex and holders Worcestershire achieve contrasting wins to extend their perfect starts to this year's One-Day Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcs-beat-hants-in-one-day-cup-thriller/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 20:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcs-beat-hants-in-one-day-cup-thriller/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fireworks off but steam spectacular rolls on]]></title><description><![CDATA[Welland Steam Rally organisers say they did not want to cause a fire in the Malvern Hills.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fireworks-off-but-steam-spectacular-rolls-on/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 13:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fireworks-off-but-steam-spectacular-rolls-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A-level results day is nearly here - this is how you can be ready]]></title><description><![CDATA[One student shares his experience of A-level results day and experts explain what happens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/a-level-results-day-is-nearly-here-this-is-how-you-can-be-ready/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 09:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/a-level-results-day-is-nearly-here-this-is-how-you-can-be-ready/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heritage railway to use metal from former station]]></title><description><![CDATA[Parts of the original canopy from the Wolverhampton Low Level station will be used in the project.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/heritage-railway-to-use-metal-from-former-station/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 08:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/heritage-railway-to-use-metal-from-former-station/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The glass pioneers who helped illuminate the globe]]></title><description><![CDATA[The legacy of Chance Glassworks in Smethwick is being celebrated with a new play and other projects.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-glass-pioneers-who-helped-illuminate-the-globe/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 08:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-glass-pioneers-who-helped-illuminate-the-globe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Sunshine brings out the wildlife]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these warm weather photos of the West Midlands we have been sent this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-sunshine-brings-out-the-wildlife/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 08:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-sunshine-brings-out-the-wildlife/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire precautions at festival over 'parched' grass]]></title><description><![CDATA[Firefighters are dealing with wildfires across the region due to drier conditions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fire-precautions-at-festival-over-parched-grass/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fire-precautions-at-festival-over-parched-grass/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Catteries full to bursting as kitten season peaks]]></title><description><![CDATA[The RSPCA and Cats Protection are urging owners to neuter pets to address the crisis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/catteries-full-to-bursting-as-kitten-season-peaks/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 08:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/catteries-full-to-bursting-as-kitten-season-peaks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can your garden recover after the hot weather?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Horticultural experts give their tips on how to get lawns looking lush again after the heatwaves.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/can-your-garden-recover-after-the-hot-weather/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 08:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/can-your-garden-recover-after-the-hot-weather/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Friday's One-Day Cup round-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Middlesex, Durham and Leicestershire join Nottinghamshire with two wins from two in the One-Day Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fridays-one-day-cup-round-up/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 22:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fridays-one-day-cup-round-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blind horse to compete against the world's best]]></title><description><![CDATA[Milo's owner says he is helping her achieve more dreams than she ever thought possible.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/blind-horse-to-compete-against-the-worlds-best/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 18:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/blind-horse-to-compete-against-the-worlds-best/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Dementia bus' fundraiser brings service to rural areas]]></title><description><![CDATA[A dementia charity raises money for a new bus which will help people in rural areas access support.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/dementia-bus-fundraiser-brings-service-to-rural-areas/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/dementia-bus-fundraiser-brings-service-to-rural-areas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['It was 50-50 we would lose the house to wildfire']]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the firefighters said it was like a volcano had gone off, says the householder.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/it-was-50-50-we-would-lose-the-house-to-wildfire/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/it-was-50-50-we-would-lose-the-house-to-wildfire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Work on school's &pound;2.4m extension completed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two new classrooms have been built at the school, to increase its capacity by an additional 16 pupils.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/work-on-schools-pound24m-extension-completed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 11:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/work-on-schools-pound24m-extension-completed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: What did Ozzy Osbourne want fans to do on the anniversary of his death?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Other stories include a TV murder mystery and supermarket football - can you get 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-what-did-ozzy-osbourne-want-fans-to-do-on-the-anniversary-of-his-death/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-what-did-ozzy-osbourne-want-fans-to-do-on-the-anniversary-of-his-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driver who deliberately hit boys with van jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Niall Adams is sentenced after he hit the teenagers while they were on a suspected stolen motorbike.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/driver-who-deliberately-hit-boys-with-van-jailed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/driver-who-deliberately-hit-boys-with-van-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council once again seeks regeneration investment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire County Council is seeking a development partner for Shrub Hill Quarter.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-once-again-seeks-regeneration-investment/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-once-again-seeks-regeneration-investment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Our hemp crop raised eyebrows, but it is legal']]></title><description><![CDATA["It looks like what it shouldn't be, but it's grown for fibres," says Bredon farmer Jake Freestone.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/our-hemp-crop-raised-eyebrows-but-it-is-legal/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/our-hemp-crop-raised-eyebrows-but-it-is-legal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pears batter Jones to retire at end of the season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire top-order batter Rob Jones announces his retirement from the professional game at the end of the 2026 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pears-batter-jones-to-retire-at-end-of-the-season/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pears-batter-jones-to-retire-at-end-of-the-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Illegal waste investigation sees £275k forfeited]]></title><description><![CDATA[The investigation spans Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Shropshire, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/illegal-waste-investigation-sees-275k-forfeited/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/illegal-waste-investigation-sees-275k-forfeited/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heritage railway takes action to prevent wildfires]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Severn Valley Railway has spent "many thousands of pounds" to mitigate the risk of causing fire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/heritage-railway-takes-action-to-prevent-wildfires/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/heritage-railway-takes-action-to-prevent-wildfires/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trial to see rail users commute on heritage trains]]></title><description><![CDATA[The eight-week trial will extend regular passenger rail services between Bewdley and Kidderminster.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/trial-to-see-rail-users-commute-on-heritage-trains/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 21:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/trial-to-see-rail-users-commute-on-heritage-trains/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Calls for review of 'outdated' exotic animals law]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exotic animals are "not for our entertainment," wildlife rescuer Lindsay McKenna says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/calls-for-review-of-outdated-exotic-animals-law/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/calls-for-review-of-outdated-exotic-animals-law/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plea from MP for more evening and weekend buses]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester MP Tom Collins also criticises the county council over transport investment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/plea-from-mp-for-more-evening-and-weekend-buses/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/plea-from-mp-for-more-evening-and-weekend-buses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man who illegally dumped human waste avoids jail]]></title><description><![CDATA[Neil Griffiths, 56 from Colwall, ran a portable toilet firm and dumped the waste at the roadside.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-who-illegally-dumped-human-waste-avoids-jail/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-who-illegally-dumped-human-waste-avoids-jail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Very rare' cattle breed reintroduced to city]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cattle are back in Hereford after the last livestock left the area in 2018.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/very-rare-cattle-breed-reintroduced-to-city/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 07:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/very-rare-cattle-breed-reintroduced-to-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council calls for stronger fines for fly-tipping]]></title><description><![CDATA[Councillor Emma Sims says "residents are having to foot the bill for others' poor behaviour".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-calls-for-stronger-fines-for-fly-tipping/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 07:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-calls-for-stronger-fines-for-fly-tipping/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plea to government after boy hurt on e-scooter]]></title><description><![CDATA[A nine-year-old boy is taken to hospital with "serious injuries".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/plea-to-government-after-boy-hurt-on-e-scooter/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 20:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/plea-to-government-after-boy-hurt-on-e-scooter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West Midlands a step closer to drought]]></title><description><![CDATA[The region is now in "prolonged dry weather" - the stage before drought.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/west-midlands-a-step-closer-to-drought/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/west-midlands-a-step-closer-to-drought/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Murder 24/7 immerses viewers in true crime]]></title><description><![CDATA[The third series of the programme has begun, following crimes across West Mercia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-murder-247-immerses-viewers-in-true-crime/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-murder-247-immerses-viewers-in-true-crime/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From childbirth to Commonwealth Games in four months]]></title><description><![CDATA[Para-swimmer Rebecca Redfern admits her Commonwealth Games training has been "unconventional" as she heads to Glasgow just four months after having a baby.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/from-childbirth-to-commonwealth-games-in-four-months/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/from-childbirth-to-commonwealth-games-in-four-months/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blacksmith to join Danish Viking anchor project]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rowan Taylor will travel to Denmark in August to forge an authenic Viking anchor.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/blacksmith-to-join-danish-viking-anchor-project/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/blacksmith-to-join-danish-viking-anchor-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parents warned over explicit WhatsApp group]]></title><description><![CDATA[A school warns parents after children are added to a WhatsApp group with sexually explicit content.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/parents-warned-over-explicit-whatsapp-group/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/parents-warned-over-explicit-whatsapp-group/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Cut our tax bill' - key demands for Andy Burnham as new PM]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tackling the cost of living is the top priority for many people in Worcester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cut-our-tax-bill-key-demands-for-andy-burnham-as-new-pm/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cut-our-tax-bill-key-demands-for-andy-burnham-as-new-pm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cup defence a motivation for Pears - Richardson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Alan Richardson believes the role of One Day Cup holders will give Worcestershire extra motivation rather than pressure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cup-defence-a-motivation-for-pears-richardson/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cup-defence-a-motivation-for-pears-richardson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mum's memory kept alive by supermarket footy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tesco employee Mark Payne says he thinks his mum would be "very proud" of the annual charity match.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mums-memory-kept-alive-by-supermarket-footy/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mums-memory-kept-alive-by-supermarket-footy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sexist response to police op disappoints runner]]></title><description><![CDATA["We do have rights as women but culturally we're still disrespected," says a local running advocate.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/sexist-response-to-police-op-disappoints-runner/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/sexist-response-to-police-op-disappoints-runner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform councillor defects to Tories after flag row]]></title><description><![CDATA[Karl Perks wanted prosecutions after roundabouts were painted.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/reform-councillor-defects-to-tories-after-flag-row/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/reform-councillor-defects-to-tories-after-flag-row/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man who raped child jailed for 22 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Philip Lakey, 63, from Worcester, is sentenced after being convicted of multiple child sex offences.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-who-raped-child-jailed-for-22-years/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-who-raped-child-jailed-for-22-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orchard wildlife scheme receives £600k boost]]></title><description><![CDATA[The funding will help conservationists focus on high-priority, rare species linked to orchards.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/orchard-wildlife-scheme-receives-600k-boost/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/orchard-wildlife-scheme-receives-600k-boost/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roadworks expected to cause delays for five weeks]]></title><description><![CDATA[A section of the A4103 at Leigh Sinton will be closed from Monday, with a lengthy diversion in place.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/roadworks-expected-to-cause-delays-for-five-weeks/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/roadworks-expected-to-cause-delays-for-five-weeks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Water firm has avoided hosepipe bans for 30 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Severn Trent says it is proud of its decades-old record despite huge demand on supplies.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/water-firm-has-avoided-hosepipe-bans-for-30-years/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/water-firm-has-avoided-hosepipe-bans-for-30-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Could we see temperature records tumble?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these sunny photos of the West Midlands we have been sent this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-could-we-see-temperature-records-tumble/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-could-we-see-temperature-records-tumble/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mum's fundraising pays for 18 responder vehicles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Debbie Roscoe says she wanted to give something back to the NHS after her daughter fell ill as a teenager.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mums-fundraising-pays-for-18-responder-vehicles/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mums-fundraising-pays-for-18-responder-vehicles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Investigation after man dies in two-car crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Mercia Police says a man in his 20s died and a man in his 40s was seriously injured on Friday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/investigation-after-man-dies-in-two-car-crash/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/investigation-after-man-dies-in-two-car-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rural residents back heating oil protection plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Households reliant on heating oil as a fuel source say better regulation of pricing is needed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rural-residents-back-heating-oil-protection-plan/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 08:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rural-residents-back-heating-oil-protection-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free summer holiday events across the West Midlands]]></title><description><![CDATA[A guide to free activities and events for families across the region this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/free-summer-holiday-events-across-the-west-midlands/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 08:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/free-summer-holiday-events-across-the-west-midlands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We need more social care cash after county split', council leader warns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire council boss wants more government help when unitary authorities take over in 2028.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/we-need-more-social-care-cash-after-county-split-council-leader-warns/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/we-need-more-social-care-cash-after-county-split-council-leader-warns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Women should never be made to feel vulnerable']]></title><description><![CDATA[Plain-clothed female officers in Kidderminster received significant 'unwanted attention'.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/women-should-never-be-made-to-feel-vulnerable/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/women-should-never-be-made-to-feel-vulnerable/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beauty spot parking 'accident waiting to happen']]></title><description><![CDATA[People in Eckington are worried over "dangerous" parking on warm days.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/beauty-spot-parking-accident-waiting-to-happen/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/beauty-spot-parking-accident-waiting-to-happen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monk hails Herefordshire as spiritual haven]]></title><description><![CDATA[Venerable Uduwe Dhammaloka says the county's spirit 'can change lives'.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/monk-hails-herefordshire-as-spiritual-haven/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/monk-hails-herefordshire-as-spiritual-haven/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: How much did 'miracle baby' Isaac weigh?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Other stories include a trowel lost for 200 years and schoolboys' Lego triumph - can you get 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-how-much-did-miracle-baby-isaac-weigh/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 07:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-how-much-did-miracle-baby-isaac-weigh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family scaling Three Peaks after two suicides]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Worcestershire family are scaling the UK's biggest peaks for charity after the bereavements.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/family-scaling-three-peaks-after-two-suicides/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 07:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/family-scaling-three-peaks-after-two-suicides/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police joggers highlight 'dark' behaviour]]></title><description><![CDATA[Research shows that 68% of female runners have experienced some form of harassment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/police-joggers-highlight-dark-behaviour/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/police-joggers-highlight-dark-behaviour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcestershire gets two new councils in north-south split]]></title><description><![CDATA[The north and south halves of the county will get a unitary authority each, with existing models scrapped.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcestershire-gets-two-new-councils-in-north-south-split/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcestershire-gets-two-new-councils-in-north-south-split/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[County the place to develop spiritually, says monk]]></title><description><![CDATA[A senior Buddhist monk says Herefordshire has "everything" for a "person to be happy".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/county-the-place-to-develop-spiritually-says-monk/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/county-the-place-to-develop-spiritually-says-monk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nearly 100 drivers ignore lane closure, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Mercia Police says 93 drivers used a closed lane in a 30-minute period.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/nearly-100-drivers-ignore-lane-closure-police-say/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/nearly-100-drivers-ignore-lane-closure-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I felt lost after my terminal cancer diagnosis']]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire's Dr Roger Cliffe is going to compete in Sir Chris Hoy's Tour De 4 charity race.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/i-felt-lost-after-my-terminal-cancer-diagnosis/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 07:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/i-felt-lost-after-my-terminal-cancer-diagnosis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Sir Chris Hoy gave me a reason to live']]></title><description><![CDATA[Like the cycling legend, Roger Cliffe was diagnosed with stage four cancer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/sir-chris-hoy-gave-me-a-reason-to-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/sir-chris-hoy-gave-me-a-reason-to-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Siblings' festival raises over &pound;250k for hospice]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ria Simons, from Worcester, says the achievement is a "truly beautiful thing".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/siblings-festival-raises-over-pound250k-for-hospice/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/siblings-festival-raises-over-pound250k-for-hospice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Luxury holidays and lost bank cards - how fake Army major defrauded women on dating apps]]></title><description><![CDATA[David Griffiths is jailed for three years and six months for defrauding women of thousands of pounds.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/luxury-holidays-and-lost-bank-cards-how-fake-army-major-defrauded-women-on-dating-apps/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/luxury-holidays-and-lost-bank-cards-how-fake-army-major-defrauded-women-on-dating-apps/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MP says constituents are worried by workplace heat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ellie Chowns says it is time the UK "adapts" as the UK weather will only get "hotter and wetter".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mp-says-constituents-are-worried-by-workplace-heat/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mp-says-constituents-are-worried-by-workplace-heat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taller ticket barriers to tackle fare dodgers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The government says the new barriers would be installed at "fare dodger hotspots".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/taller-ticket-barriers-to-tackle-fare-dodgers/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/taller-ticket-barriers-to-tackle-fare-dodgers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former teacher charged with 1970s sex assaults]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pauline Newton, 77, is accused of four counts of indecent assault on a girl under the age of 16.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/former-teacher-charged-with-1970s-sex-assaults/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/former-teacher-charged-with-1970s-sex-assaults/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-soldier offers medical training in Ukraine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Veteran Paul Taylor, of, Herefordshire, now works for UK Charity REACT Disaster Response.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/ex-soldier-offers-medical-training-in-ukraine/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/ex-soldier-offers-medical-training-in-ukraine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Much-loved' bandstand brought back into use]]></title><description><![CDATA[Councillor Karen Lewing says the restoration of the more than 100-year-old bandstand is "fantastic to see".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/much-loved-bandstand-brought-back-into-use/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/much-loved-bandstand-brought-back-into-use/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wildfire expert concerns over heatwave risks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dave Swallow, a fire service expert, says he is worried about "things getting worse" after recent wildfires.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/wildfire-expert-concerns-over-heatwave-risks/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/wildfire-expert-concerns-over-heatwave-risks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pub staff 'over the moon' at best in county title]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nag Head's manager says the award is a credit to his staff and the regulars who keep it going.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pub-staff-over-the-moon-at-best-in-county-title/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pub-staff-over-the-moon-at-best-in-county-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pub uses novel ways to stay open with no water]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul English says his Herefordshire pub is doing its "best to survive" with a limited water supply.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pub-uses-novel-ways-to-stay-open-with-no-water/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pub-uses-novel-ways-to-stay-open-with-no-water/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Football club broken into after World Cup event]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say its "investigation is ongoing" after Bromsgrove Sporting reports the Sunday break-in.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/football-club-broken-into-after-world-cup-event/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/football-club-broken-into-after-world-cup-event/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Serious bin lorry fire prompts barbecue warning]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Wychavon councillor says "doing the right thing helps protect staff, vehicles, local services".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/serious-bin-lorry-fire-prompts-barbecue-warning/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/serious-bin-lorry-fire-prompts-barbecue-warning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform brings council leader no confidence motion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reform group leader Alan Amos says there is "a coalition of chaos" in Worcestershire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/reform-brings-council-leader-no-confidence-motion/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/reform-brings-council-leader-no-confidence-motion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unmarked police cars are 'vital', says PCC]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Campion says it is "na&iuml;ve and incorrect" to say unmarked cars are just about tackling speeding.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/unmarked-police-cars-are-vital-says-pcc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/unmarked-police-cars-are-vital-says-pcc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Appeal after man exposed himself at skate park]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say the man pictured was in the Redditch area at the time and may have seen what happened.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/appeal-after-man-exposed-himself-at-skate-park/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/appeal-after-man-exposed-himself-at-skate-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Business blames 60% profit drop on A449 closure]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire County Council says "the diversion is lengthy" but the disruption is "unavoidable".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/business-blames-60-profit-drop-on-a449-closure/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/business-blames-60-profit-drop-on-a449-closure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pears' final-game failure disappointing - Richardson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire's narrow failure to qualify for the T20 Blast quarter-finals is really disappointing says head coach Alan Richardson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pears-final-game-failure-disappointing-richardson/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pears-final-game-failure-disappointing-richardson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I went for an eye test and was told I had cancer']]></title><description><![CDATA[Jez Bridges is trying to raise &pound;200,000 to extend his life and give him more time with his family.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/i-went-for-an-eye-test-and-was-told-i-had-cancer/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 07:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/i-went-for-an-eye-test-and-was-told-i-had-cancer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcs miss out on T20 quarter-finals after loss to Somerset]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yorkshire reach the quarter-finals of the T20 Blast, while Hampshire seal a home tie in the last eight.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcs-miss-out-on-t20-quarter-finals-after-loss-to-somerset/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 23:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcs-miss-out-on-t20-quarter-finals-after-loss-to-somerset/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Water company records highest ever level of demand]]></title><description><![CDATA[Severn Trent records demand as being at almost 2.4 billion litres during the last few days.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/water-company-records-highest-ever-level-of-demand/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 15:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/water-company-records-highest-ever-level-of-demand/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free tennis and pickleball courts for all this summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[The city council is offering a total of 385 hours of free court time across the summer holidays.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/free-tennis-and-pickleball-courts-for-all-this-summer/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/free-tennis-and-pickleball-courts-for-all-this-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New endometriosis tests welcomed but 'do not solve all problems']]></title><description><![CDATA[Experts hope new tests will be a game-changer and cut years off the wait time patients currently face.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-endometriosis-tests-welcomed-but-do-not-solve-all-problems/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 08:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-endometriosis-tests-welcomed-but-do-not-solve-all-problems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Relaxing in the summer sunshine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these sunny photos of the West Midlands we have been sent this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-relaxing-in-the-summer-sunshine/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 08:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-relaxing-in-the-summer-sunshine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pupils inspired by historic England women cricket Test]]></title><description><![CDATA[England's women making history at Lord's this weekend is inspiring young cricketers in Worcester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pupils-inspired-by-historic-england-women-cricket-test/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 08:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pupils-inspired-by-historic-england-women-cricket-test/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jabs plea from bereaved mum of Meningitis B victim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Deniz Mills says students should enter a summer vaccine programme following the death of son Aaron.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/jabs-plea-from-bereaved-mum-of-meningitis-b-victim/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 08:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/jabs-plea-from-bereaved-mum-of-meningitis-b-victim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['He's just wonderful': The pride of Bellingham's home town]]></title><description><![CDATA[As England prepare to play again, people from Stourbridge on why Jude Bellingham is such a hero.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/hes-just-wonderful-the-pride-of-bellinghams-home-town/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 08:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/hes-just-wonderful-the-pride-of-bellinghams-home-town/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[T20 Blast: Glos beat Worcs in thriller, Lancs win Roses]]></title><description><![CDATA[Surrey and Gloucestershire become the latest sides to reach the quarter-finals of the T20 Blast on a busy night of action.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/t20-blast-glos-beat-worcs-in-thriller-lancs-win-roses/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/t20-blast-glos-beat-worcs-in-thriller-lancs-win-roses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grandmother refuses to sell garden blocking bypass]]></title><description><![CDATA[Grandmother Jean Harris is refusing to sell part of her garden which is in the way of a &pound;45m bypass.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/grandmother-refuses-to-sell-garden-blocking-bypass/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/grandmother-refuses-to-sell-garden-blocking-bypass/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wildlife trust 'horrified' by meadows sale plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire Wildlife Trust is urging councillors to "change their plans" over Burlish Meadows.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/wildlife-trust-horrified-by-meadows-sale-plan/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/wildlife-trust-horrified-by-meadows-sale-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kidderminster visit Hornchurch in National League opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026-27 National League fixtures have been revealed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/kidderminster-visit-hornchurch-in-national-league-opener/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/kidderminster-visit-hornchurch-in-national-league-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rail disruption amid train fire and strike action]]></title><description><![CDATA[The West Midlands is set for a day of rail service disruption, with more to come on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rail-disruption-amid-train-fire-and-strike-action/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rail-disruption-amid-train-fire-and-strike-action/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Care home boss who stole £22k announces return to work in email]]></title><description><![CDATA[A staff member is "gobsmacked" that Ann Comer, who was sentenced on Monday, is still employed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/care-home-boss-who-stole-22k-announces-return-to-work-in-email/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/care-home-boss-who-stole-22k-announces-return-to-work-in-email/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: What strange falling object nearly took out this man?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Other stories include charity brick carrying and superbike hats - can you score 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-what-strange-falling-object-nearly-took-out-this-man/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-what-strange-falling-object-nearly-took-out-this-man/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parents and pupils 'devastated' as school closes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Malvern St James School, founded in 1893, is now closed and its future is uncertain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/parents-and-pupils-devastated-as-school-closes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/parents-and-pupils-devastated-as-school-closes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup domestic abuse calls 'up by a fifth']]></title><description><![CDATA[Sue Coleman, from West Mercia Women's Aid, says victims should call 999 if they do not feel safe.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/world-cup-domestic-abuse-calls-up-by-a-fifth/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/world-cup-domestic-abuse-calls-up-by-a-fifth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Town's Pride cancelled over 'impossible' costs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kidderminster Pride say they are making the decision with a "very heavy heart".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/towns-pride-cancelled-over-impossible-costs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/towns-pride-cancelled-over-impossible-costs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[River reader hit by falling fish]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stan received the shock of a lifetime by the River Wye, when an eel dropped from the sky.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/river-reader-hit-by-falling-fish/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/river-reader-hit-by-falling-fish/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man shocked as eel 'falls from sky']]></title><description><![CDATA[Hereford's Stan Hedley says he is hoping for good luck after an eel narrowly missed hitting him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-shocked-as-eel-falls-from-sky/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-shocked-as-eel-falls-from-sky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Widow calls for better bereavement support]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lauren's husband died "a very scared man", worrying about how she would cope financially.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/widow-calls-for-better-bereavement-support/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/widow-calls-for-better-bereavement-support/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Predatory' man jailed for repeatedly raping child]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shaul Samson, 32, is sentenced to 21 years after being convicted of multiple sexual offences.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/predatory-man-jailed-for-repeatedly-raping-child/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/predatory-man-jailed-for-repeatedly-raping-child/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Care home boss stole £22,500 from resident]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ann Comer, 58, used cash for a holiday to Dubai while she was manager of the Malvern home.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/care-home-boss-stole-22500-from-resident/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/care-home-boss-stole-22500-from-resident/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Severn Trent avoids fine for wastewater failures]]></title><description><![CDATA[The water firm took "genuine accountability" after breaching wastewater obligations, Ofwat says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/severn-trent-avoids-fine-for-wastewater-failures/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/severn-trent-avoids-fine-for-wastewater-failures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bedford rematch first for Champ winners Worcester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester Warriors face an immediate rematch against Bedford on the opening day of the new Champ Rugby season after their memorable play-off final win.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bedford-rematch-first-for-champ-winners-worcester/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bedford-rematch-first-for-champ-winners-worcester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exeter sign Worcester Warriors lock Nkwocha]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exeter sign Worcester Warriors lock Obinna Nkwocha for the 2026-27 Prem season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/exeter-sign-worcester-warriors-lock-nkwocha/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/exeter-sign-worcester-warriors-lock-nkwocha/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rower's world record hopes delayed by food wait]]></title><description><![CDATA[The British crew are in northern Australia awaiting a replacement food pallet.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rowers-world-record-hopes-delayed-by-food-wait/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rowers-world-record-hopes-delayed-by-food-wait/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parents raise money to install air con for classrooms]]></title><description><![CDATA[They aim to raise &pound;4,000 for the units at the school, which they say is not built for hotter climes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/parents-raise-money-to-install-air-con-for-classrooms/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/parents-raise-money-to-install-air-con-for-classrooms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padel is coming to North Herefordshire]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Padel Shed will be housed at a former potato store on a farm near Weobley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/padel-is-coming-to-north-herefordshire/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/padel-is-coming-to-north-herefordshire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Car found overturned after driver flees]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police are now working to establish who was driving after a car overturned on a Worcester road.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/car-found-overturned-after-driver-flees/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/car-found-overturned-after-driver-flees/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Raza would return to Rapids 'in a heartbeat']]></title><description><![CDATA[Zimbabwe T20 captain Sikandar Raza says he would love to return to Worcestershire in the future after the end of his T20 Blast stint.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/raza-would-return-to-rapids-in-a-heartbeat/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/raza-would-return-to-rapids-in-a-heartbeat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who is Farage's mysterious Worcestershire ally?]]></title><description><![CDATA[George Cottrell is at the heart of a controversy surrounding the Reform UK leader.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/who-is-farages-mysterious-worcestershire-ally/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/who-is-farages-mysterious-worcestershire-ally/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire gutted hotel owners ordered to demolish]]></title><description><![CDATA[A fire at the Droitwich Spa hotel gutted the grade II listed landmark in August last year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fire-gutted-hotel-owners-ordered-to-demolish/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fire-gutted-hotel-owners-ordered-to-demolish/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rape arrest after police find missing girl]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 16-year-old boy is in custody after officers say they found the 15-year-old girl in Worcester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rape-arrest-after-police-find-missing-girl/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rape-arrest-after-police-find-missing-girl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rail worker strike to cause disruption to services]]></title><description><![CDATA[Industrial action is set for Friday and Saturday, with multiple services affected.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rail-worker-strike-to-cause-disruption-to-services/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rail-worker-strike-to-cause-disruption-to-services/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nature campaigners take on football club]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kidderminster Harriers want to build several football pitches on nearby green belt land.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/nature-campaigners-take-on-football-club/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/nature-campaigners-take-on-football-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More railway arches could become business spaces]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest plans will see 12 arches transformed to accommodate businesses.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/more-railway-arches-could-become-business-spaces/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/more-railway-arches-could-become-business-spaces/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GB's Cash &amp; Glasspool continue doubles title defence bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Britain's Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool keep their men's doubles title defence bid alive with a three-set win to reach the quarter-finals at Wimbledon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/gbs-cash-amp-glasspool-continue-doubles-title-defence-bid/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/gbs-cash-amp-glasspool-continue-doubles-title-defence-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Bearded biker' encourages others to foster]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tim Jarvis and his wife Claire have about 12 years experience of being foster carers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bearded-biker-encourages-others-to-foster/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 19:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bearded-biker-encourages-others-to-foster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Greatest game ever' - England fans celebrate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fans are giving their reaction to England's victory over Mexico at the Azteca Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/greatest-game-ever-england-fans-celebrate/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/greatest-game-ever-england-fans-celebrate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Councils set aside £20m for reorganisation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire's seven councils are due to be replaced by either one or two unitary authorities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/councils-set-aside-20m-for-reorganisation/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/councils-set-aside-20m-for-reorganisation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Paula the Polar Bear' aims to top &pound;3m for charity]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gillian Punt dresses as Paula the Polar Bear to run marathons for charity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/paula-the-polar-bear-aims-to-top-pound3m-for-charity/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/paula-the-polar-bear-aims-to-top-pound3m-for-charity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blind students inspired by Strictly winner to dance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Students enjoy the country's first blind ballroom dance classes at Chris McCausland's old college.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/blind-students-inspired-by-strictly-winner-to-dance/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/blind-students-inspired-by-strictly-winner-to-dance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[T20 Blast: Yorks beat Foxes, Rapids defeat Glamorgan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adam Lyth strikes an undefeated 131 from 63 balls &ndash; the highest score of this year's Vitality Blast &ndash; as Yorkshire beat Leicestershire Foxes at Headingley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/t20-blast-yorks-beat-foxes-rapids-defeat-glamorgan/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 20:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/t20-blast-yorks-beat-foxes-rapids-defeat-glamorgan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Posh George': The Malvern College educated convicted criminal at heart of Farage controversy]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 32-year-old reported crypto entrepreneur, once convicted of fraud in the US, is a long-time Farage ally.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/posh-george-the-malvern-college-educated-convicted-criminal-at-heart-of-farage-controversy/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 19:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/posh-george-the-malvern-college-educated-convicted-criminal-at-heart-of-farage-controversy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CCTV appeal after assault outside train station]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man was repeatedly punched and stamped on while on the ground, British Transport Police said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cctv-appeal-after-assault-outside-train-station/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 13:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cctv-appeal-after-assault-outside-train-station/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-MP wants Ockenden to be maternity commissioner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Theo Clarke backs the senior midwife as report shows neglect of women's health and frontline care.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/ex-mp-wants-ockenden-to-be-maternity-commissioner/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 09:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/ex-mp-wants-ockenden-to-be-maternity-commissioner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What does the 'King of the North' mean for the Midlands?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC West Midlands political editor Elizabeth Glinka assesses how Andy Burnham as PM might prioritise the region.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/what-does-the-king-of-the-north-mean-for-the-midlands/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 08:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/what-does-the-king-of-the-north-mean-for-the-midlands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Basking in the summer sunshine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these sunshine photos of the West Midlands we have received this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-basking-in-the-summer-sunshine/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 08:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-basking-in-the-summer-sunshine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Some city pubs among those opening for Mexico game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some pubs join those open for the 1:00 BST kick-off on Monday, while others stay closed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/some-city-pubs-among-those-opening-for-mexico-game/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 14:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/some-city-pubs-among-those-opening-for-mexico-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two shops shut after illegal tobacco seized]]></title><description><![CDATA[Specialist detection dogs supported officers during the joint operation, the county council says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/two-shops-shut-after-illegal-tobacco-seized/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 14:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/two-shops-shut-after-illegal-tobacco-seized/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bid to rescue private school backed by council]]></title><description><![CDATA[Malvern St James School, which was founded in 1893, is set to close at the end of the summer term.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bid-to-rescue-private-school-backed-by-council/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 11:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bid-to-rescue-private-school-backed-by-council/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The financial adviser who conned £2m out of his friends and neighbours]]></title><description><![CDATA[Timothy Barnes admitted defrauding dozens of people, a charitable trust, and a residents' association.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-financial-adviser-who-conned-2m-out-of-his-friends-and-neighbours/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-financial-adviser-who-conned-2m-out-of-his-friends-and-neighbours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcs skittle Kent for 59 in big win - T20 Blast round-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Notts Outlaws stay top of the T20 Blast North Group as Olly Stone holds his nerve with the ball in the final over to beat Lancashire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcs-skittle-kent-for-59-in-big-win-t20-blast-round-up/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 23:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcs-skittle-kent-for-59-in-big-win-t20-blast-round-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[M5 shuts after jackknifed lorry spills diesel]]></title><description><![CDATA[The HGV crashed into the central barrier and diesel spilled over the road, National Highways says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/m5-shuts-after-jackknifed-lorry-spills-diesel/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 22:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/m5-shuts-after-jackknifed-lorry-spills-diesel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: What did Catherine ask a boy during a chance mountain meeting?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Other stories include a Worcester return for singer Becky Hill - can you score 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-what-did-catherine-ask-a-boy-during-a-chance-mountain-meeting/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-what-did-catherine-ask-a-boy-during-a-chance-mountain-meeting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nail bar illegal working arrests amid crackdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[Businesses such as nail salons, car washes, barbers and vape shops are visited by West Mercia Poice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/nail-bar-illegal-working-arrests-amid-crackdown/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/nail-bar-illegal-working-arrests-amid-crackdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harriers boss Wotton wants a few more signings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kidderminster Harriers manager Paul Wotton says he wants "a few more" new signings and is "very close" to finalising a move for a goalkeeper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/harriers-boss-wotton-wants-a-few-more-signings/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/harriers-boss-wotton-wants-a-few-more-signings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tributes to man who 'lived life to the max']]></title><description><![CDATA[Gavin Campbell, 42, drowned after he jumped into a river to cool off following a night out.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/tributes-to-man-who-lived-life-to-the-max/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/tributes-to-man-who-lived-life-to-the-max/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Historic lock drained for major repair works]]></title><description><![CDATA[The lock has been drained so work can be completed over an eight-week period.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/historic-lock-drained-for-major-repair-works/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/historic-lock-drained-for-major-repair-works/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Forest Green sign Harriers defender Obi on two-year deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Forest Green Rovers sign defender Emeka Obi on a two-year deal from Kidderminster Harriers for an undisclosed fee.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/forest-green-sign-harriers-defender-obi-on-two-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/forest-green-sign-harriers-defender-obi-on-two-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Malvern man's epic retro football shirt collection]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shane Jackson's warehouse has over 15,000 individual items stretching back decades.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/malvern-mans-epic-retro-football-shirt-collection/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/malvern-mans-epic-retro-football-shirt-collection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thunderbirds' secrets unveiled in Worcester]]></title><description><![CDATA[See the work of Gerry and Sylvia Anderson like never before.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/thunderbirds-secrets-unveiled-in-worcester/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/thunderbirds-secrets-unveiled-in-worcester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thunderbirds are go at museum's new exhibition]]></title><description><![CDATA[The display includes original Lady Penelope and Captain Scarlet puppets, organisers say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/thunderbirds-are-go-at-museums-new-exhibition/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/thunderbirds-are-go-at-museums-new-exhibition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcester's Fearnley looks for positives after second round loss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jacob Fearnley hopes to build on a "good week" at Wimbledon despite a second-round loss to Jaume Munar.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcesters-fearnley-looks-for-positives-after-second-round-loss/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 22:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcesters-fearnley-looks-for-positives-after-second-round-loss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Becky Hill's triumphant Worcestershire homecoming]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bewdley's queen of dance music performed a sell-out show at the place of her first gig.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/becky-hills-triumphant-worcestershire-homecoming/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/becky-hills-triumphant-worcestershire-homecoming/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Group accused of £400 dine and dash at restaurant]]></title><description><![CDATA[The group left without paying after complaining the lobster tasted "earthy", the restaurant says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/group-accused-of-400-dine-and-dash-at-restaurant/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/group-accused-of-400-dine-and-dash-at-restaurant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Villagers oppose plans to turn sole pub into house]]></title><description><![CDATA[The pub, which has been closed for six years, could be turned into a five-bedroom home.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/villagers-oppose-plans-to-turn-sole-pub-into-house/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/villagers-oppose-plans-to-turn-sole-pub-into-house/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plans for city's museum scaled back due to cost]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Hereford history group says the decision vindicates views in 2024 that the plan was too ambitious.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/plans-for-citys-museum-scaled-back-due-to-cost/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/plans-for-citys-museum-scaled-back-due-to-cost/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Help us decide how &pound;20m is spent in our area']]></title><description><![CDATA[An anti-knife crime campaigner has been appointed chair of Pride in Place in Redditch.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/help-us-decide-how-pound20m-is-spent-in-our-area/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/help-us-decide-how-pound20m-is-spent-in-our-area/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Battery disposal warning after bin lorry fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[The fire was caused by a lithium battery incorrectly disposed in household waste, the council says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/battery-disposal-warning-after-bin-lorry-fire/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/battery-disposal-warning-after-bin-lorry-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eastbourne withdrawal pays off for Worcester's Fearnley]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jacob Fearnley says his stunning comeback win over Alex Michelsen at Wimbledon justified his decision to pull out of Eastbourne with a back problem.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/eastbourne-withdrawal-pays-off-for-worcesters-fearnley/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/eastbourne-withdrawal-pays-off-for-worcesters-fearnley/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Food waste plant near police HQ is approved]]></title><description><![CDATA[The project is approved despite concerns around noise, smell and traffic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/food-waste-plant-near-police-hq-is-approved/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/food-waste-plant-near-police-hq-is-approved/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Medical supplies fraudsters guilty of £279,000 con]]></title><description><![CDATA[Medical gear was stolen from the Alexandra Hospital and sold back to the NHS, often more than once.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/medical-supplies-fraudsters-guilty-of-279000-con/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/medical-supplies-fraudsters-guilty-of-279000-con/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Councillor pleads not guilty to betting offence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ex-Tory Nick Mason is accused of using inside information "to gain an unfair advantage in betting".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/councillor-pleads-not-guilty-to-betting-offence/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 08:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/councillor-pleads-not-guilty-to-betting-offence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three beaver kits born in Wyre Forest enclosure]]></title><description><![CDATA[New beaver kits are captured on camera after a family of six beavers were first released in 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/three-beaver-kits-born-in-wyre-forest-enclosure/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/three-beaver-kits-born-in-wyre-forest-enclosure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[University scheme to support migrant entrepreneurs]]></title><description><![CDATA[The initiative aims to break down barriers with growing and starting new businesses.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/university-scheme-to-support-migrant-entrepreneurs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/university-scheme-to-support-migrant-entrepreneurs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Being stuck in NHS bed led to man's death, inquest finds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tim Hull from Worcester had spent seven months unable to move from a bed that was too small for him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/being-stuck-in-nhs-bed-led-to-mans-death-inquest-finds/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/being-stuck-in-nhs-bed-led-to-mans-death-inquest-finds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two golds for athlete at World Down Syndrome games]]></title><description><![CDATA[Serena Bennett says won gold in the 1500m and 3000m race-walks in Bulgaria and set a race record.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/two-golds-for-athlete-at-world-down-syndrome-games/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/two-golds-for-athlete-at-world-down-syndrome-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform mayor apologises for social media posts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sue Eacock says she is sorry to people she offended adding she has learnt lessons from the backlash.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/reform-mayor-apologises-for-social-media-posts/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/reform-mayor-apologises-for-social-media-posts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Photographer befriended women to groom children]]></title><description><![CDATA[Steven Liles from Redditch is described by a judge as a deviant behind a mask and a false friend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/photographer-befriended-women-to-groom-children/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/photographer-befriended-women-to-groom-children/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Town's new medical centre opens after 15-year wait]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leominster's Ryeland Surgery has moved to a new &pound;7m home, which includes a research centre.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/towns-new-medical-centre-opens-after-15-year-wait/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/towns-new-medical-centre-opens-after-15-year-wait/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sale halted of farm that inspired Narnia]]></title><description><![CDATA[A charity has reversed a decision to sell the Herefordshire farm, said to have inspired CS Lewis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/sale-halted-of-farm-that-inspired-narnia/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/sale-halted-of-farm-that-inspired-narnia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Becky Hill returns to venue she played as a teen]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Bewdley-born singer tells the BBC it is "lovely to be back" at the venue she played at age 16.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/becky-hill-returns-to-venue-she-played-as-a-teen/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/becky-hill-returns-to-venue-she-played-as-a-teen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rail passengers delayed because of signal faults]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trains may be revised, with disruption expected until the end of the day, National Rail says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rail-passengers-delayed-because-of-signal-faults/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rail-passengers-delayed-because-of-signal-faults/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City's &pound;10m transport hub set to open in October]]></title><description><![CDATA[Work on the project continues, with the scheme now 75% complete, Herefordshire Council says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/citys-pound10m-transport-hub-set-to-open-in-october/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/citys-pound10m-transport-hub-set-to-open-in-october/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Festival walks in the footsteps of famous poets]]></title><description><![CDATA[The literary guided walks form part of the line-up for the 10-day event.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/festival-walks-in-the-footsteps-of-famous-poets/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/festival-walks-in-the-footsteps-of-famous-poets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We are overlooked by employers, say young people]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pershore students also say the job market leaves them anxious after scores of rejected applications.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/we-are-overlooked-by-employers-say-young-people/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/we-are-overlooked-by-employers-say-young-people/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcs beat Somerset, Kent stun Hants in T20 Blast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Half-centuries from Daniel Bell-Drummond and Sam Billings inspire Kent to victory over South Group leaders Hampshire in the T20 Blast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcs-beat-somerset-kent-stun-hants-in-t20-blast/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 21:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcs-beat-somerset-kent-stun-hants-in-t20-blast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Football club training pitches plan for green belt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wyre Forest District Council is considering the proposal for Burlish Country Park in Kidderminster.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/football-club-training-pitches-plan-for-green-belt/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 12:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/football-club-training-pitches-plan-for-green-belt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New PM must make defence a priority, say students]]></title><description><![CDATA[Students at NMITE in Hereford say the armed forces have been underfunded.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-pm-must-make-defence-a-priority-say-students/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 08:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-pm-must-make-defence-a-priority-say-students/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Trying to stay cool in heatwave Britain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these sunny photos of the West Midlands we have received this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-trying-to-stay-cool-in-heatwave-britain/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 08:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-trying-to-stay-cool-in-heatwave-britain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The community crafters who add love to every stitch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crafting for Communities volunteers make about 5,000 items each month to support others.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-community-crafters-who-add-love-to-every-stitch/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 08:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-community-crafters-who-add-love-to-every-stitch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hundreds attend celebrity MND match for ex-player]]></title><description><![CDATA[The charity event in Worcester, supporting the former West Bromwich Albion player, raised about &pound;8,000.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/hundreds-attend-celebrity-mnd-match-for-ex-player/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 20:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/hundreds-attend-celebrity-mnd-match-for-ex-player/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup fans cut costs amid high prices]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kevin Green from Inkberrow and KD Rai from Hereford are both taking steps to keep US spending down.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/world-cup-fans-cut-costs-amid-high-prices/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/world-cup-fans-cut-costs-amid-high-prices/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Railway foot crossings to remain shut until 2028]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Brickfields crossing and the Kays crossing will remain closed until 2028, the city council says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/railway-foot-crossings-to-remain-shut-until-2028/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 08:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/railway-foot-crossings-to-remain-shut-until-2028/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How are farmers adapting to climate change?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three West Midlands farmers speak about the challenges they face due to climate change.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-are-farmers-adapting-to-climate-change/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 08:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-are-farmers-adapting-to-climate-change/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[T20 Blast round-up: Bears beat Pears in derby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hampshire Hawks seal a sixth straight victory in the T20 Blast with a thrilling two-wicket win over North Group table-toppers Yorkshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/t20-blast-round-up-bears-beat-pears-in-derby/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/t20-blast-round-up-bears-beat-pears-in-derby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Becky Hill's Worcestershire homecoming]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Bewdley two-time BRIT Award winner is performing at The Marrs Bar in Worcester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/becky-hills-worcestershire-homecoming/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/becky-hills-worcestershire-homecoming/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tammy Gooding's Make A Difference Marathon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hear the cheers, smiles, gasps and more as we make 32 huge surprises.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/tammy-goodings-make-a-difference-marathon/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/tammy-goodings-make-a-difference-marathon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Food waste collections delayed until next year]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire Council says work to introduce the food waste collection service continues.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/food-waste-collections-delayed-until-next-year/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/food-waste-collections-delayed-until-next-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I hide in the toilet to stay cool in the heat']]></title><description><![CDATA[Bill Gairns and Pam Nesbitt say despite advice to keep windows closed, their flat gets "too hot".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/i-hide-in-the-toilet-to-stay-cool-in-the-heat/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/i-hide-in-the-toilet-to-stay-cool-in-the-heat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Long Wave radio era set to end with switch-off]]></title><description><![CDATA[But campaigners want the LW masts in Worcestershire to be given listed status.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/long-wave-radio-era-set-to-end-with-switch-off/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/long-wave-radio-era-set-to-end-with-switch-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: Which piece of Ozzy Osbourne's legendary last show is going on public display?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Other stories include England football anthems and historic gold rings - can you score 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-which-piece-of-ozzy-osbournes-legendary-last-show-is-going-on-public-display/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-which-piece-of-ozzy-osbournes-legendary-last-show-is-going-on-public-display/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hot weather linked to 20-acre grassland blaze]]></title><description><![CDATA[Firefighters remain at the scene on Thursday where no casualties are reported.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/hot-weather-linked-to-20-acre-grassland-blaze/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/hot-weather-linked-to-20-acre-grassland-blaze/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why gritters are being deployed in hot weather]]></title><description><![CDATA[As road temperatures reach 50C during the heatwave, surfaces can start to melt.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/why-gritters-are-being-deployed-in-hot-weather/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/why-gritters-are-being-deployed-in-hot-weather/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More advice needed for working in heat, workers say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Workers are concerned about safe working practices during the heatwave, with temperatures remaining high.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/more-advice-needed-for-working-in-heat-workers-say/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/more-advice-needed-for-working-in-heat-workers-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Safari park welcomes summer attraction price cuts]]></title><description><![CDATA[The boss of West Midlands Safari Park says the scheme will help to "really push those prices down".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/safari-park-welcomes-summer-attraction-price-cuts/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/safari-park-welcomes-summer-attraction-price-cuts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hot weather forces school closures in Herefordshire and Worcestershire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Soaring temperatures bring a second - and in some cases - a third day of disruption.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/hot-weather-forces-school-closures-in-herefordshire-and-worcestershire/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/hot-weather-forces-school-closures-in-herefordshire-and-worcestershire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Multimillion-pound revamp could create 170 jobs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nailers Yard in Bromsgrove is expected to be completed by the autumn.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/multimillion-pound-revamp-could-create-170-jobs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 07:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/multimillion-pound-revamp-could-create-170-jobs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man turns vintage football shirt hobby into job]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shane Jackson started selling some of his collection of 15,000 football shirts about 10 years ago.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-turns-vintage-football-shirt-hobby-into-job/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 07:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-turns-vintage-football-shirt-hobby-into-job/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heatwave health alert extended into Friday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Temperatures in some parts of the West Midlands are expected to reach 34C or 35C on Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/heatwave-health-alert-extended-into-friday/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/heatwave-health-alert-extended-into-friday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The girls taking inspiration from the World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Owner Simon Lancaster says Worcester City's youth players are vital to grassroots football.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-girls-taking-inspiration-from-the-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-girls-taking-inspiration-from-the-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jazz festival visitors urged to stay cool in heat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Concert-goers are being advised to drink plenty of water and wear sunscreen over the weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/jazz-festival-visitors-urged-to-stay-cool-in-heat/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/jazz-festival-visitors-urged-to-stay-cool-in-heat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Care home prepares to keep residents cool in heat]]></title><description><![CDATA[A care home says it has introduced measures including paddling pools to keep residents cool.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/care-home-prepares-to-keep-residents-cool-in-heat/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/care-home-prepares-to-keep-residents-cool-in-heat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brexit has damaged us, say businesses 10 years on]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire firms say they are counnting the cost of the outcome of the EU referendum.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/brexit-has-damaged-us-say-businesses-10-years-on/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/brexit-has-damaged-us-say-businesses-10-years-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uncovering the West Midlands roots of Thomas the Tank Engine]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is Christopher Awdry's measles in the 1942 that led his father to create Thomas the Tank Engine.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/uncovering-the-west-midlands-roots-of-thomas-the-tank-engine/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/uncovering-the-west-midlands-roots-of-thomas-the-tank-engine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man jailed for £200k cannabis factory in house]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aldri Pirja is starting a prison sentence after being found with hundreds of plants inside the house.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-jailed-for-200k-cannabis-factory-in-house/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-jailed-for-200k-cannabis-factory-in-house/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heritage railway cancels services in extreme heat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Severn Valley Railway hopes to resume services on Saturday after a decision to close midweek.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/heritage-railway-cancels-services-in-extreme-heat/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/heritage-railway-cancels-services-in-extreme-heat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taxi standards slide 'due to out-of-area drivers']]></title><description><![CDATA[A driver based in Worcester claims those licensed in Wolverhampton are bringing havoc.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/taxi-standards-slide-due-to-out-of-area-drivers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/taxi-standards-slide-due-to-out-of-area-drivers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ice cream shack shuts due to hot weather]]></title><description><![CDATA[Oakchurch Farm Shop says it is closing its ice cream shack to protect staff and customers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/ice-cream-shack-shuts-due-to-hot-weather/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/ice-cream-shack-shuts-due-to-hot-weather/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More to come from Pears' spinner Singh - Richardson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Left-arm spinner Fateh Singh will continue to evolve and get better says Worcestershire head coach Alan Richardson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/more-to-come-from-pears-spinner-singh-richardson/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/more-to-come-from-pears-spinner-singh-richardson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Concern over food waste plant near police HQ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The scheme is set to be decided by Worcestershire County Council's planning committee.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/concern-over-food-waste-plant-near-police-hq/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 07:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/concern-over-food-waste-plant-near-police-hq/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National award for county's mental health work]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire's director of public heath is recognised for her work with communities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/national-award-for-countys-mental-health-work/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 22:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/national-award-for-countys-mental-health-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rail users urged not to travel in extreme heat]]></title><description><![CDATA[A red warning is in place from 09:00 on Wednesday to 21:00 BST on Thursday, the Met Office says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rail-users-urged-not-to-travel-in-extreme-heat/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rail-users-urged-not-to-travel-in-extreme-heat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Singh sets up Worcestershire win over Glos]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spinner Fateh Singh takes 5-74 as Worcestershire beat Gloucestershire by five wickets in County Championship Division Two.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/singh-sets-up-worcestershire-win-over-glos/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/singh-sets-up-worcestershire-win-over-glos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Financial advisor jailed after £2m fraud spree]]></title><description><![CDATA[Timothy Barnes defrauded 34 people, a charitable trust, and a residents' association.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/financial-advisor-jailed-after-2m-fraud-spree/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/financial-advisor-jailed-after-2m-fraud-spree/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK title win best of my career, says Clarke-Khan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester high jumper Joel Clarke-Khan describes winning the UK title in Birmingham on Saturday as the best moment of his career.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/uk-title-win-best-of-my-career-says-clarke-khan-2/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/uk-title-win-best-of-my-career-says-clarke-khan-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK title win best of my career, says  Clarke-Khan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester high jumper Joel Clarke-Khan describes winning the UK title in Birmingham on Saturday as the best moment of his career.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/uk-title-win-best-of-my-career-says-clarke-khan/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/uk-title-win-best-of-my-career-says-clarke-khan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charity hoping to send out 200,000th teddy bear]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Teddy Bear Trust send bears to children around the world who experience poverty and war.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/charity-hoping-to-send-out-200000th-teddy-bear/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/charity-hoping-to-send-out-200000th-teddy-bear/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City centre venues in World Cup fever cash boost]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester venues that do not normally show football say takings are increasing during the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/city-centre-venues-in-world-cup-fever-cash-boost/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/city-centre-venues-in-world-cup-fever-cash-boost/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four-day extreme heat warning begins as temperatures could hit 38C]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Met Office amber weather warning for heat comes into force and will now last through to Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/four-day-extreme-heat-warning-begins-as-temperatures-could-hit-38c/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 02:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/four-day-extreme-heat-warning-begins-as-temperatures-could-hit-38c/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mum 'not sure' social media ban would have saved son]]></title><description><![CDATA[Campaigner Lucy Alexander says social media is "the Wild West" and everyone is being exposed to it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mum-not-sure-social-media-ban-would-have-saved-son/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 17:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mum-not-sure-social-media-ban-would-have-saved-son/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In pictures: Swimmers and hikers enjoy solstice]]></title><description><![CDATA[A selection of images from across the UK to mark the longest day of the year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/in-pictures-swimmers-and-hikers-enjoy-solstice/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/in-pictures-swimmers-and-hikers-enjoy-solstice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blind students learning ballroom dancing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dance classes at the Royal National College for the Blind are described as "incredibly powerful".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/blind-students-learning-ballroom-dancing/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 08:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/blind-students-learning-ballroom-dancing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Railway worker celebrated for 50-year career]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harjinder Dhami, also known as Paul, says his career is "the best decision I have ever made".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/railway-worker-celebrated-for-50-year-career/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 08:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/railway-worker-celebrated-for-50-year-career/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Resting butterflies, curious geese and a sea of daisies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these delectable photos of the West Midlands we have received this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-resting-butterflies-curious-geese-and-a-sea-of-daisies/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 08:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-resting-butterflies-curious-geese-and-a-sea-of-daisies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pride organisers 'thrilled' by support]]></title><description><![CDATA["The sky's the limit" for holding future events in the town, organisers say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pride-organisers-thrilled-by-support/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pride-organisers-thrilled-by-support/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Independent school confirms closure]]></title><description><![CDATA[Malvern St James will now close after the end of summer terms, its owners confirm.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/independent-school-confirms-closure/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/independent-school-confirms-closure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The woman who broke more than 100 flying records]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saturday marks 60 years since Sheila Scott became the first Briton to fly solo around the world.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-woman-who-broke-more-than-100-flying-records/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-woman-who-broke-more-than-100-flying-records/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hammond shines for Glos before Pears hit back]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gloucestershire's Miles Hammond hits a fine unbeaten century before Worcestershire's bowlers finish day one at New Road strongly.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/hammond-shines-for-glos-before-pears-hit-back/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 19:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/hammond-shines-for-glos-before-pears-hit-back/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Massage parlour arrest over brothel suspicions]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 51-year-old woman has been arrested and is now helping police with their inquiries, they say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/massage-parlour-arrest-over-brothel-suspicions/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/massage-parlour-arrest-over-brothel-suspicions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[200,000 teddy bears, sent with love]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Teddy Trust, based in Leominster, send the soft toys to children in need.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/200000-teddy-bears-sent-with-love/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/200000-teddy-bears-sent-with-love/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hospitals treat 2,000 patients in corridors in May]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire Acute Hospitals' chief nursing officer admits the practice is "unacceptable".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/hospitals-treat-2000-patients-in-corridors-in-may/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/hospitals-treat-2000-patients-in-corridors-in-may/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man who killed pedestrian in hit-and-run jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tyrone Clarke is sentenced to six years and nine months and disqualified from driving.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-who-killed-pedestrian-in-hit-and-run-jailed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-who-killed-pedestrian-in-hit-and-run-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amber heat health alerts in place as temperatures set to soar above 30C]]></title><description><![CDATA[Very warm weather is set to return to parts of the UK, with a potential heatwave set to develop this weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/amber-heat-health-alerts-in-place-as-temperatures-set-to-soar-above-30c/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 07:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/amber-heat-health-alerts-in-place-as-temperatures-set-to-soar-above-30c/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[High tech buoy to be used to monitor water quality]]></title><description><![CDATA[The project is sponsored by Haigh Environmental and is to be launched from Ross Rowing Club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/high-tech-buoy-to-be-used-to-monitor-water-quality/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 07:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/high-tech-buoy-to-be-used-to-monitor-water-quality/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council 'disappointed' over planning sanction]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Malvern Hills councillor says it is "disappointing" that "historic data" has been used.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-disappointed-over-planning-sanction/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 07:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-disappointed-over-planning-sanction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Town praised for supporting first official Pride]]></title><description><![CDATA[A mini-Pride event organised in three weeks is expanding to an official event in Ross-on-Wye.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/town-praised-for-supporting-first-official-pride/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 07:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/town-praised-for-supporting-first-official-pride/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: Which Alton Towers ride ended up in a family's garden?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Other stories include Noddy Holder's tin bath and strange new festivals - can you score 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-which-alton-towers-ride-ended-up-in-a-familys-garden/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-which-alton-towers-ride-ended-up-in-a-familys-garden/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Have I accidentally written a World Cup anthem?']]></title><description><![CDATA[Alvechurch artist Katherine Priddy's track 'Hurricane' has gone viral, being shared by England fans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/have-i-accidentally-written-a-world-cup-anthem/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/have-i-accidentally-written-a-world-cup-anthem/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Force still considering if woman's death was homicide]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Mercia Police is examining new evidence relating to the death of Tasha Ashby in Hereford in 2023.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/force-still-considering-if-womans-death-was-homicide/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/force-still-considering-if-womans-death-was-homicide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free bus service could be passed to private firm]]></title><description><![CDATA[A councillor for Hereford City Council says she hopes they can lease the buses to the new operator.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/free-bus-service-could-be-passed-to-private-firm/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/free-bus-service-could-be-passed-to-private-firm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcester name Launchbury head of new academy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester Warriors name former England lock Joe Launchbury as their new head of academy at Sixways.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcester-name-launchbury-head-of-new-academy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcester-name-launchbury-head-of-new-academy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kidderminster sign striker Walker from Braintree]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kidderminster Harriers sign striker Lewis Walker following his departure from Braintree Town.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/kidderminster-sign-striker-walker-from-braintree/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/kidderminster-sign-striker-walker-from-braintree/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boy receives award for helping friend on bridge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joey "showed bravery and courage beyond his years", police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/boy-receives-award-for-helping-friend-on-bridge/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/boy-receives-award-for-helping-friend-on-bridge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Motorcyclist dies in multi-vehicle crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[A motorbike collided with a white BMW and a black pick-up truck near Clehonger on Tuesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/motorcyclist-dies-in-multi-vehicle-crash/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/motorcyclist-dies-in-multi-vehicle-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breast cancer survivor designs 'game-changer' prosthesis case]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former Worcestershire nurse has designed a breast prosthesis case after mastectomy]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/breast-cancer-survivor-designs-game-changer-prosthesis-case/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/breast-cancer-survivor-designs-game-changer-prosthesis-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taxi fares set to increase amid rising costs]]></title><description><![CDATA[The council agrees to increase the maximum charges for Hackney carriage journeys, amid fears demand may fall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/taxi-fares-set-to-increase-amid-rising-costs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/taxi-fares-set-to-increase-amid-rising-costs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Airport parking firm 'left holidaymakers stranded']]></title><description><![CDATA[Lauren James says she and dozens of others spent hours looking for their cars at Gatwick Airport.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/airport-parking-firm-left-holidaymakers-stranded/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/airport-parking-firm-left-holidaymakers-stranded/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parents' dismay as private school plans to close]]></title><description><![CDATA[Owners Galaxy Global say a formal decision has not yet been made as a consultation is ongoing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/parents-dismay-as-private-school-plans-to-close/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 22:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/parents-dismay-as-private-school-plans-to-close/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Park pays tribute to 'gentle' giraffe after death at 23]]></title><description><![CDATA[The park says it made the decision to put Strider down after his health deteriorated at the age of 23.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/park-pays-tribute-to-gentle-giraffe-after-death-at-23/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/park-pays-tribute-to-gentle-giraffe-after-death-at-23/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council legal threat after planning 'censure']]></title><description><![CDATA[Wychavon District Council has been placed in special measures over planning hold-ups.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-legal-threat-after-planning-censure/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-legal-threat-after-planning-censure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Autistic artist's delight as Branson buys painting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sir Richard Branson discovered Rhys Caldwell-Clarkson's work after the BBC reported on his story.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/autistic-artists-delight-as-branson-buys-painting/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/autistic-artists-delight-as-branson-buys-painting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council refuses no-confidence vote on Reform mayor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Councillor Sue Eacock will not face a no-confidence vote for her social media posts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-refuses-no-confidence-vote-on-reform-mayor/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-refuses-no-confidence-vote-on-reform-mayor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tributes to horse rider who died 13 months after accident]]></title><description><![CDATA[Helen Lord-Scott never properly regained consciousness after suffering a catastrophic brain injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/tributes-to-horse-rider-who-died-13-months-after-accident/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/tributes-to-horse-rider-who-died-13-months-after-accident/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Opening ceremony struggles for young footballers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Vision Football Club side needs help with outfits for the opening ceremony of the Gothia Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/opening-ceremony-struggles-for-young-footballers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 07:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/opening-ceremony-struggles-for-young-footballers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kaleb Cooper: 'Malvern is always inspiring']]></title><description><![CDATA[The unexpected star of Clarkson's Farm says he loves supporting the newest farmers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/kaleb-cooper-malvern-is-always-inspiring/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/kaleb-cooper-malvern-is-always-inspiring/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Decision due on scaled-back bike-share scheme]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester&rsquo;s bike hire scheme is being scaled back after proving less popular than expected.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/decision-due-on-scaled-back-bike-share-scheme/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/decision-due-on-scaled-back-bike-share-scheme/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Richard Branson's surprise for Malvern artist]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rhys was 'speechless' at finding out the billionaire bought on of his paintings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/richard-bransons-surprise-for-malvern-artist/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/richard-bransons-surprise-for-malvern-artist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gohar bowls Middlesex to victory against Worcs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zafar Gohar takes 6-31 to spin Middlesex to a comfortable 141-run County Championship win over Worcestershire on day four at New Road.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/gohar-bowls-middlesex-to-victory-against-worcs/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/gohar-bowls-middlesex-to-victory-against-worcs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Racing Pod: Jamie Insole]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Worcestershire flat racing trainer has been picking up successes around the world.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-racing-pod-jamie-insole/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 17:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-racing-pod-jamie-insole/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dairy farm's fundraiser after losing milk contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wicton Farm, which runs Wild Cow Dairy, needs to raise &pound;47,000 to adapt and continue operating.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/dairy-farms-fundraiser-after-losing-milk-contract/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/dairy-farms-fundraiser-after-losing-milk-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Social media ban would have saved my son, mother says]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louise Gibson's son Noah died at his home in Worcestershire in December 2021.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/social-media-ban-would-have-saved-my-son-mother-says/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/social-media-ban-would-have-saved-my-son-mother-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Independent bookshops are our community hubs']]></title><description><![CDATA[A Worcester business owner says independent bookshops, like hers, are becoming community centres.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/independent-bookshops-are-our-community-hubs/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/independent-bookshops-are-our-community-hubs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grieving dad praises 'fantastic' meningitis vaccine rollout]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anthony Mills has campaigned for a vaccine programme since his son died of meningitis B in January.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/grieving-dad-praises-fantastic-meningitis-vaccine-rollout/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/grieving-dad-praises-fantastic-meningitis-vaccine-rollout/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Du Plooy stars for Middlesex at New Road]]></title><description><![CDATA[Middlesex are in the box seat to claim a crucial County Championship victory over Worcestershire after a magnificent Leus du Ploy century.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/du-plooy-stars-for-middlesex-at-new-road/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/du-plooy-stars-for-middlesex-at-new-road/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Residents fear 'iconic view' ruined by new homes plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[A council determined an environmental impact assessment is not required over plans for a Worcester site.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/residents-fear-iconic-view-ruined-by-new-homes-plan/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 16:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/residents-fear-iconic-view-ruined-by-new-homes-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Exciting' military exhibition on the move]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Worcestershire Soldier exhibition is being moved from Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/exciting-military-exhibition-on-the-move/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/exciting-military-exhibition-on-the-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['A year after being told I had weeks to live, I'm doing a 10k run']]></title><description><![CDATA[Leukaemia survivor Adam Claxton is in training to undertake the run with his wife and family.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/a-year-after-being-told-i-had-weeks-to-live-im-doing-a-10k-run/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 08:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/a-year-after-being-told-i-had-weeks-to-live-im-doing-a-10k-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Hovering bees and other wildlife]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these fabulous photos of the West Midlands we have received this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-hovering-bees-and-other-wildlife/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 08:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-hovering-bees-and-other-wildlife/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman spends 102nd birthday feeding giraffes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vera told staff at her Worcestershire care home it was her dream to feed the giraffes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/woman-spends-102nd-birthday-feeding-giraffes/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 17:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/woman-spends-102nd-birthday-feeding-giraffes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plans for new city centre arts and events space]]></title><description><![CDATA[Changes to Angel Place are expected in 2027 when building work at the Scala Arts Centre is complete.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/plans-for-new-city-centre-arts-and-events-space/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 14:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/plans-for-new-city-centre-arts-and-events-space/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What happens when street signs go wrong]]></title><description><![CDATA[Street sign errors from around England and Wales have often attracted ridicule and amusing responses.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/what-happens-when-street-signs-go-wrong/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 08:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/what-happens-when-street-signs-go-wrong/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Middlesex and Worcs in tight tussle on day one]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leus du Plooy hits 85 for Middlesex as they reach 291-8 at stumps against Worcestershire on day one of their County Championship match.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/middlesex-and-worcs-in-tight-tussle-on-day-one/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/middlesex-and-worcs-in-tight-tussle-on-day-one/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thompson and Bishop sign new Kidderminster deals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kidderminster Harriers winger Seb Thompson and young goalkeeper Josh Bishop sign new contracts with the newly promoted National League club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/thompson-and-bishop-sign-new-kidderminster-deals/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/thompson-and-bishop-sign-new-kidderminster-deals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spudman in Malvern]]></title><description><![CDATA[The king of jacket potatoes has rocked up at the Royal Three Counties Show.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/spudman-in-malvern/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/spudman-in-malvern/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man jailed for 'brutal' murder of partner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Julian Thomas is serving a life sentence for killing Ann Marie Green in her Bromyard home.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-jailed-for-brutal-murder-of-partner/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-jailed-for-brutal-murder-of-partner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three Counties Show 'bridges urban divide']]></title><description><![CDATA[Countryfile presenter Adam Henson praises the event in Malvern.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/three-counties-show-bridges-urban-divide/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/three-counties-show-bridges-urban-divide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Evacuated flat residents yet to return a year on]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Worcester flats were evacuated after serious fire safety concerns were identified.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/evacuated-flat-residents-yet-to-return-a-year-on/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/evacuated-flat-residents-yet-to-return-a-year-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Courses gauge older drivers' ability at the wheel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mature drivers are being invited to take part in a series of sessions to improve their road safety.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/courses-gauge-older-drivers-ability-at-the-wheel/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/courses-gauge-older-drivers-ability-at-the-wheel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire Hoard to feature on Bargain Hunt]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Viking hoard, found in Herefordshire, features on BBC One.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-hoard-to-feature-on-bargain-hunt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-hoard-to-feature-on-bargain-hunt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: Which pop band created airport history this week?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Other stories include upside down trees and World Cup sweeping- can you score 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-which-pop-band-created-airport-history-this-week/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-which-pop-band-created-airport-history-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Demand for big screens the 'craziest' yet]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Birmingham-based business says demand this year is "absolutely crazy".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/demand-for-big-screens-the-craziest-yet/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/demand-for-big-screens-the-craziest-yet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Rapid increase’ in Worcestershire measles cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[16 cases have been confirmed in the past four weeks across the county.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rapid-increase-in-worcestershire-measles-cases/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rapid-increase-in-worcestershire-measles-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alert over adult measles cases in Worcestershire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unvaccinated adults and not just children are at risk of measles, health bosses warn.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/alert-over-adult-measles-cases-in-worcestershire/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/alert-over-adult-measles-cases-in-worcestershire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Special needs travel firm inspired by daughter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Em Burnip says she is realising there are "thousands and thousands of families" like hers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/special-needs-travel-firm-inspired-by-daughter/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/special-needs-travel-firm-inspired-by-daughter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cider business up for sale due to 'diabolical' tax]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alex Culpin says he would rather not have to sell his Herefordshire craft cider business.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cider-business-up-for-sale-due-to-diabolical-tax/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cider-business-up-for-sale-due-to-diabolical-tax/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['My dad helped England win the World Cup']]></title><description><![CDATA[Annie Onions said her dad was proud to be doctor for the England football team at the '66 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/my-dad-helped-england-win-the-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/my-dad-helped-england-win-the-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New M5 junction would be 'helpful' - science park]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Worcestershire business leader says a new M5 junction could be "really helpful" for investment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-m5-junction-would-be-helpful-science-park/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-m5-junction-would-be-helpful-science-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bewdley's Becky Hill: The new era]]></title><description><![CDATA[The two-time BRIT winner and queen of dance music previews her third album.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bewdleys-becky-hill-the-new-era/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bewdleys-becky-hill-the-new-era/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PCC slams 'damaging' justice system in open letter]]></title><description><![CDATA[PCC John Campion says the justice system is causing "damage" to victims.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pcc-slams-damaging-justice-system-in-open-letter/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pcc-slams-damaging-justice-system-in-open-letter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcester in no rush to return to Prem - Vaughan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester Warriors will not rush into planning a return to the Prem in the near future, says chief executive Stephen Vaughan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcester-in-no-rush-to-return-to-prem-vaughan/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcester-in-no-rush-to-return-to-prem-vaughan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family of peregrine falcons return to cathedral]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester Cathedral is relaunching its live stream after the birds returned to their nest area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/family-of-peregrine-falcons-return-to-cathedral/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/family-of-peregrine-falcons-return-to-cathedral/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[100-year-old goes viral for his care home dancing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Centenarian care home resident Bernard Gilbert's dancing videos have had 1.5m views on social media.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/100-year-old-goes-viral-for-his-care-home-dancing/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/100-year-old-goes-viral-for-his-care-home-dancing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dangerous driving charge after woman dies in crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jake Quinn, 37, is charged after the woman, in her 80s, died in a two-car crash in January.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/dangerous-driving-charge-after-woman-dies-in-crash/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/dangerous-driving-charge-after-woman-dies-in-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driver killed in A40 lorry crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[The ambulance service says the man was found in a "critical condition" near Glewstone.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/driver-killed-in-a40-lorry-crash/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/driver-killed-in-a40-lorry-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wins for Lancs, Essex &amp; Northants in T20 Blast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lancashire Lightning, Essex and Northants Steelbacks all pick up wins in the T20 Blast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/wins-for-lancs-essex-amp-northants-in-t20-blast/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/wins-for-lancs-essex-amp-northants-in-t20-blast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FTD Brothers: Home is where the heart is]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thousands came out to support Jordan and Cian Adams in Astwood Bank.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/ftd-brothers-home-is-where-the-heart-is/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/ftd-brothers-home-is-where-the-heart-is/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fungus-infected tree now an 'unacceptable risk']]></title><description><![CDATA[Councillor Beverley Hardman, for Wychavon District Council, says "public safety must come first".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fungus-infected-tree-now-an-unacceptable-risk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fungus-infected-tree-now-an-unacceptable-risk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Green belt development sparks public meeting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Councillor Mel Allcott says green belt land "should only ever be considered as a last resort".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/green-belt-development-sparks-public-meeting/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/green-belt-development-sparks-public-meeting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[That's not how you spell Worcester!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Have you spotted the badly spelt sign on the M5 near Droitwich?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/thats-not-how-you-spell-worcester/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/thats-not-how-you-spell-worcester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bemusement over 'Worchester' M5 sign]]></title><description><![CDATA[Malvern motorist, Sarah Ellis, says the spelling blunder is "so funny".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bemusement-over-worchester-m5-sign/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bemusement-over-worchester-m5-sign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcester sign ex-Gloucester lock Savage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester Warriors sign ex-Gloucester lock Tom Savage from Super Rugby side Moana Pasifika.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcester-sign-ex-gloucester-lock-savage/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcester-sign-ex-gloucester-lock-savage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A marriage made in Royal Worcester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anne and Mike Braddock first met at the historic former porcelain works in the 1950s.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/a-marriage-made-in-royal-worcester/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/a-marriage-made-in-royal-worcester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man drowns after jumping into river on night out]]></title><description><![CDATA[The man's sister says her brother "lived his best life" and made friends wherever he went.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-drowns-after-jumping-into-river-on-night-out/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-drowns-after-jumping-into-river-on-night-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 'lifeline' support cafe for MND sufferers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stacy Whittall, from Worcester, was a former midfielder for West Bromwich Albion.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-lifeline-support-cafe-for-mnd-sufferers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-lifeline-support-cafe-for-mnd-sufferers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Business owner losing 'thousands' to copycats]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lauren Aston gained a following after Claudia Winkleman wore one of her designs on The Traitors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/business-owner-losing-thousands-to-copycats/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/business-owner-losing-thousands-to-copycats/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barrow bring in Kidderminster defender Walker]]></title><description><![CDATA[George Walker reunites with former Kidderminster Harriers boss Adam Murray as he joins Barrow on a one-year contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/barrow-bring-in-kidderminster-defender-walker/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/barrow-bring-in-kidderminster-defender-walker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firms see trade boost from comedy festival]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pub landlord Dave Owen says the Rik Mayall Comedy Festival has put Droitwich on the map.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/firms-see-trade-boost-from-comedy-festival/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/firms-see-trade-boost-from-comedy-festival/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Officers moved into neighbourhood policing roles]]></title><description><![CDATA[The force says the move has been announced in an effort to "increase visible policing".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/officers-moved-into-neighbourhood-policing-roles/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/officers-moved-into-neighbourhood-policing-roles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Youths allegedly seen killing birds with catapult]]></title><description><![CDATA[An investigation is ongoing after police officers found two ducks and one goose dead at the scene.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/youths-allegedly-seen-killing-birds-with-catapult/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/youths-allegedly-seen-killing-birds-with-catapult/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Football journeys inspire disability rail changes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cameron Wood worked with West Midlands Railways to bring accessible waiting areas to stations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/football-journeys-inspire-disability-rail-changes/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/football-journeys-inspire-disability-rail-changes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man's triple heart bypass inspires voluntary role]]></title><description><![CDATA[Steve Rapacz, 70, says he is "happy to be able to give back" to the ward that cared for him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mans-triple-heart-bypass-inspires-voluntary-role/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mans-triple-heart-bypass-inspires-voluntary-role/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Residents leave 'hellhole' flats for cladding work]]></title><description><![CDATA[New accommodation is being found for residents at the flats in Worcester while cladding is replaced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/residents-leave-hellhole-flats-for-cladding-work/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/residents-leave-hellhole-flats-for-cladding-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[T20 Blast round-up: Glos claim narrow win over Worcs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Australia all-rounder Beau Webster smashes the first T20 century of his career as Warwickshire Bears pick up their first win in the T20 Blast at Somerset.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/t20-blast-round-up-glos-claim-narrow-win-over-worcs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 21:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/t20-blast-round-up-glos-claim-narrow-win-over-worcs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crowds welcome home marathon-running brothers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jordan and Cian Adams, known as the FTD brothers, got a heroes' welcome on their return to Redditch.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/crowds-welcome-home-marathon-running-brothers/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/crowds-welcome-home-marathon-running-brothers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Freemasons to make 'positive difference' at hospice]]></title><description><![CDATA[Freemasons from Worcestershire, Warwickshire and Staffordshire are going to take part.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/freemasons-to-make-positive-difference-at-hospice/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 08:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/freemasons-to-make-positive-difference-at-hospice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Poppies, wet dogs and nosy horses]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these brilliant photos of the West Midlands we have received this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-poppies-wet-dogs-and-nosy-horses/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 08:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-poppies-wet-dogs-and-nosy-horses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Festival boss 'praying' for end to US-Iran war]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lee Martin, organiser of Lakefest, says he is expecting a "major increase" in costs this year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/festival-boss-praying-for-end-to-us-iran-war/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 08:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/festival-boss-praying-for-end-to-us-iran-war/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The brothers who won hearts by turning pain into charity epics]]></title><description><![CDATA[This Sunday, the FTD Brothers, Jordan and Cian Adams will be celebrated in their hometown.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-brothers-who-won-hearts-by-turning-pain-into-charity-epics/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 08:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-brothers-who-won-hearts-by-turning-pain-into-charity-epics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[T20 Blast round-up: Rapids beat Glamorgan &amp; Roses win for Yorks]]></title><description><![CDATA[A round up of Friday's T20 Blast action which included Jonny Bairstow and Moeen Ali inspiring Yorkshire to a 106-run win over Lancashire Lightning.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/t20-blast-round-up-rapids-beat-glamorgan-amp-roses-win-for-yorks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 23:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/t20-blast-round-up-rapids-beat-glamorgan-amp-roses-win-for-yorks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harriers sign midfielder Brogan from Scunthorpe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newly-promoted Kidderminster Harriers sign midfielder Max Brogan following his release by Scunthorpe United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/harriers-sign-midfielder-brogan-from-scunthorpe/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/harriers-sign-midfielder-brogan-from-scunthorpe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GP's suspension extended for a year over protests]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr Sarah Benn's suspension is extended for 12 months over protests in two counties.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/gps-suspension-extended-for-a-year-over-protests/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/gps-suspension-extended-for-a-year-over-protests/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man denies stirring up racial hatred online]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wayne Munden, 61, from Worcester, also pleads not guilty to disseminating a terrorist publication.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-denies-stirring-up-racial-hatred-online/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-denies-stirring-up-racial-hatred-online/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Labour bid to force out Reform mayor]]></title><description><![CDATA[A "no confidence" motion is submitted against Councillor Sue Eacock.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/labour-bid-to-force-out-reform-mayor/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/labour-bid-to-force-out-reform-mayor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Rik Mayall was extraordinary': Festival held in comic's memory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Actor Nigel Planer fondly remembers his time working on The Young Ones with co-star Rik Mayall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rik-mayall-was-extraordinary-festival-held-in-comics-memory/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rik-mayall-was-extraordinary-festival-held-in-comics-memory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspended Tory was dishonest, says Badenoch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kemi Badenoch said councillor Adam Kent misled his colleagues which he "categorically denies".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/suspended-tory-was-dishonest-says-badenoch/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/suspended-tory-was-dishonest-says-badenoch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vacant village pub could become five-bedroom house]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former venue's owners submits a planning application to turn it into a five-bedroom home.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/vacant-village-pub-could-become-five-bedroom-house/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/vacant-village-pub-could-become-five-bedroom-house/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New sculpture celebrates city's porcelain heritage]]></title><description><![CDATA[The artwork is unveiled on the 275th anniversary of the founding of Royal Worcester porcelain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-sculpture-celebrates-citys-porcelain-heritage/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-sculpture-celebrates-citys-porcelain-heritage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Criticism after man who beat up PC released early]]></title><description><![CDATA[The West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner says Alex Quinn's release is a "failure of justice".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/criticism-after-man-who-beat-up-pc-released-early/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/criticism-after-man-who-beat-up-pc-released-early/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: Why did these World Cup football fans never go home?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Other stories include actors taking up art to celebrity confetti- can you score 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-why-did-these-world-cup-football-fans-never-go-home/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-why-did-these-world-cup-football-fans-never-go-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Play-off win welcome end to unique season - Vaughan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester chief executive Stephen Vaughan says winning the Champ was a bonus in a "unique season".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/play-off-win-welcome-end-to-unique-season-vaughan/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/play-off-win-welcome-end-to-unique-season-vaughan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Helen Lederer: 'I love it in Droitwich']]></title><description><![CDATA[The long-time Rik Mayall collaborator reflects on another successful comedy festival.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/helen-lederer-i-love-it-in-droitwich/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/helen-lederer-i-love-it-in-droitwich/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plans to demolish 1980s shopping centre submitted]]></title><description><![CDATA[Councillors say it will make way for a scheme which will "breathe new life into our town centre".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/plans-to-demolish-1980s-shopping-centre-submitted/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/plans-to-demolish-1980s-shopping-centre-submitted/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Industrial estate would make our lives a misery']]></title><description><![CDATA[Residents say the proposed site would effectively "surround" their homes with industrial activity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/industrial-estate-would-make-our-lives-a-misery/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/industrial-estate-would-make-our-lives-a-misery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['No rules broken over asylum hotel', says council]]></title><description><![CDATA[A planning investigation into the Fownes Hotel in Worcester has concluded.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/no-rules-broken-over-asylum-hotel-says-council/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/no-rules-broken-over-asylum-hotel-says-council/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcester sign Exeter scrum-half Chapman]]></title><description><![CDATA[Champ Rugby champions Worcester Warriors sign Exeter scrum-half Charlie Chapman for the 2026-27 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcester-sign-exeter-scrum-half-chapman/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcester-sign-exeter-scrum-half-chapman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Questions on 1975 kidnap case 'have never stopped']]></title><description><![CDATA[Former police officer Phil Maskery says the Lesley Whittle case is one he will "never, ever forget".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/questions-on-1975-kidnap-case-have-never-stopped/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/questions-on-1975-kidnap-case-have-never-stopped/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Farmers urged to help on 'overdue' arthritis study]]></title><description><![CDATA[The study aims to highlight the impact the disease has on people who work on farms, researchers say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/farmers-urged-to-help-on-overdue-arthritis-study/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/farmers-urged-to-help-on-overdue-arthritis-study/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Approval for 540-homes plan despite flood concerns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some councillors say they fears floods could cut off the new estate but outline plans are approved.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/approval-for-540-homes-plan-despite-flood-concerns/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/approval-for-540-homes-plan-despite-flood-concerns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The town which is celebrating its charity shops]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new campaign in Pershore, Worcestershire, is aimed at boosting the profile of its charity shops.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-town-which-is-celebrating-its-charity-shops/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-town-which-is-celebrating-its-charity-shops/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prince William puts 600-acre farm up for sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Duchy of Cornwall says the sale was part of its plans to rebalance its property portfolio.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/prince-william-puts-600-acre-farm-up-for-sale/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/prince-william-puts-600-acre-farm-up-for-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BGT winners: 'We made Clarkson cry!']]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire pair Andy Owens and Will Rogers sang in the Hawkstone Farmers Choir.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bgt-winners-we-made-clarkson-cry/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bgt-winners-we-made-clarkson-cry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[School forced to shut during college fire reopens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pupils are allowed back into Blackwell First School, which shut during a fire at a former college.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/school-forced-to-shut-during-college-fire-reopens/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/school-forced-to-shut-during-college-fire-reopens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Distribution and sales jobs to be axed at Tyrrells]]></title><description><![CDATA[KP Snacks, which owns the crisps brand, says it will be ending some operations at the site.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/distribution-and-sales-jobs-to-be-axed-at-tyrrells/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/distribution-and-sales-jobs-to-be-axed-at-tyrrells/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World cycling champion bikes children to school]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former mountain bike champion Tracy Moseley has led the bike bus at her local primary school.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/world-cycling-champion-bikes-children-to-school/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/world-cycling-champion-bikes-children-to-school/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Army veteran pulled lorry driver from M6 wreckage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gareth Evans describes the moment motorists went to help after a lorry overturned on the motorway.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/army-veteran-pulled-lorry-driver-from-m6-wreckage/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/army-veteran-pulled-lorry-driver-from-m6-wreckage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New parkrun will 'spread happiness and positivity']]></title><description><![CDATA[Organisers say they want the weekly 5km run to help others get healthy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-parkrun-will-spread-happiness-and-positivity/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-parkrun-will-spread-happiness-and-positivity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harriers boss Wotton makes Dolan first signing]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Kidderminster Harriers boss Paul Wooton makes his first signing with the arrival of attacking midfielder Callum Dolan from his old club Torquay United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/harriers-boss-wotton-makes-dolan-first-signing/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/harriers-boss-wotton-makes-dolan-first-signing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Green belt industrial estate plan for '400 jobs']]></title><description><![CDATA[Maximus Group has submitted a plan to create 13 hectares of industrial space off Blackpole Road.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/green-belt-industrial-estate-plan-for-400-jobs/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/green-belt-industrial-estate-plan-for-400-jobs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Early Rapids momentum key in shorter Blast - Taylor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire's good start in the T20 Blast is important given the shortened nature of this year's competition, says all-rounder Tom Taylor.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/early-rapids-momentum-key-in-shorter-blast-taylor/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/early-rapids-momentum-key-in-shorter-blast-taylor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homecoming celebration for FTD brothers sells out]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cian and Jordan Adams are to be welcomed home after raising &pound;2m through 33 marathons in 33 days.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/homecoming-celebration-for-ftd-brothers-sells-out/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/homecoming-celebration-for-ftd-brothers-sells-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harriers release captain Morgan-Smith]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kidderminster Harriers captain Amari Morgan-Smith is among 11 players set to leave the newly-promoted club this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/harriers-release-captain-morgan-smith/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/harriers-release-captain-morgan-smith/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcester title win 'very special' - coach Everard]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester head coach Matt Everard says landing The Champ title in their first season back in professional rugby is "as special as it gets".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcester-title-win-very-special-coach-everard/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcester-title-win-very-special-coach-everard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We've been to the circus 70 times in 12 months']]></title><description><![CDATA[The family of a seven-year-old from Pershore says the shows are 'life-changing'.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weve-been-to-the-circus-70-times-in-12-months/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weve-been-to-the-circus-70-times-in-12-months/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Safari park welcomes two new penguin chicks]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new Humboldt penguin chicks at the Bewdley attraction are named after musical legends.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/safari-park-welcomes-two-new-penguin-chicks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/safari-park-welcomes-two-new-penguin-chicks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hospital extension weeks away from opening]]></title><description><![CDATA[The provision at Hereford's County Hospital is designed to help patients avoid travelling to other sites.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/hospital-extension-weeks-away-from-opening/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/hospital-extension-weeks-away-from-opening/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Villa podcasters' Prince William meeting 'unreal']]></title><description><![CDATA[Podcasters Dan Rolinson and Mat Kendrick were "summoned" by the prince after the game on Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/villa-podcasters-prince-william-meeting-unreal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/villa-podcasters-prince-william-meeting-unreal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rail disruption as strike action begins]]></title><description><![CDATA[Members of the TSSA union at West Midlands Railways are staging a walkout on Friday and Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rail-disruption-as-strike-action-begins/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 10:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rail-disruption-as-strike-action-begins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council to introduce fines for car littering]]></title><description><![CDATA[People who throw litter from their vehicles could be fined up to &pound;250, under new council plans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-to-introduce-fines-for-car-littering/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 07:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-to-introduce-fines-for-car-littering/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: Did you tuck into an Aston Villa-themed BBQ?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Other stories include golfer Aaron Rai's PGA Championship and a relay the length of the UK - can you score 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-did-you-tuck-into-an-aston-villa-themed-bbq/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 07:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-did-you-tuck-into-an-aston-villa-themed-bbq/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New leadership vows to keep council tax rise below 5%]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire County Council's new alliance says residents are already struggling.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-leadership-vows-to-keep-council-tax-rise-below-5/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 18:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-leadership-vows-to-keep-council-tax-rise-below-5/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Train crashed due to human error, say investigators]]></title><description><![CDATA[A train travelling at high speed hit a trailer on a Herefordshire level crossing last year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/train-crashed-due-to-human-error-say-investigators/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 17:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/train-crashed-due-to-human-error-say-investigators/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man on mobility scooter injured in crash with van]]></title><description><![CDATA[The man was taken to hospital with serious injuries on Wednesday, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-on-mobility-scooter-injured-in-crash-with-van/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 15:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-on-mobility-scooter-injured-in-crash-with-van/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crematorium upgrade 'progressing well']]></title><description><![CDATA[The site is set to return to &ldquo;normal operations&rdquo; by mid-October, a council report says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/crematorium-upgrade-progressing-well/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 15:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/crematorium-upgrade-progressing-well/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcester will give everything at Ealing - Everard]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ealing are "out-and-out favourites" for Saturday's Champ play-off semi-final says Worcester head coach Matt Everard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcester-will-give-everything-at-ealing-everard/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 12:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcester-will-give-everything-at-ealing-everard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Residents oppose plans for 80-acre solar farm]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 80-acre solar farm could be built either side of the B4399 through Dinedor.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/residents-oppose-plans-for-80-acre-solar-farm/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/residents-oppose-plans-for-80-acre-solar-farm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspended Tory councillor hits out over 'hanging' threat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire County Council has passed it onto the police.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/suspended-tory-councillor-hits-out-over-hanging-threat/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 07:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/suspended-tory-councillor-hits-out-over-hanging-threat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Writer and violinist honoured with blue plaques]]></title><description><![CDATA[The plaques celebrate travel writer William Gilpin and violinist Bernhard Molique Carrodus.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/writer-and-violinist-honoured-with-blue-plaques/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 14:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/writer-and-violinist-honoured-with-blue-plaques/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rail strike still on after no talks breakthrough]]></title><description><![CDATA[TSSA says it is seeking parity with other unions on rest day pay ahead of action this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rail-strike-still-on-after-no-talks-breakthrough/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 14:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rail-strike-still-on-after-no-talks-breakthrough/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tories bail on council coalition and quit cabinet]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three Worcestershire councillors leave their cabinet roles on demand of national Conservative HQ.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/tories-bail-on-council-coalition-and-quit-cabinet/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 13:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/tories-bail-on-council-coalition-and-quit-cabinet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watkiss and Oliveira leave managerless Harriers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newly-promoted Kidderminster Harriers announce Stuart Watkiss and Mario Oliveira have left the coaching staff at Aggborough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/watkiss-and-oliveira-leave-managerless-harriers/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 12:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/watkiss-and-oliveira-leave-managerless-harriers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cause of beauty spot blaze remains a mystery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rangers have not been able to find what started the fire at Worcestershire's Malvern Hills on 2 May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cause-of-beauty-spot-blaze-remains-a-mystery/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 11:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cause-of-beauty-spot-blaze-remains-a-mystery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bridge named 'West Midlands building of the year']]></title><description><![CDATA[Kepax Bridge in Worcester is now up for the RIBA National awards to be held later this year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bridge-named-west-midlands-building-of-the-year/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 18:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bridge-named-west-midlands-building-of-the-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council makes recycling rules easier to follow]]></title><description><![CDATA[Councillor Elissa Swinglehurst says the recycling update makes it easier for Herefordshire locals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-makes-recycling-rules-easier-to-follow/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 15:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-makes-recycling-rules-easier-to-follow/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lategan learning on the job - Richardson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Teenage Worcestershire batter Daniel Lategan is impressively learning on the job says head coach Alan Richardson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/lategan-learning-on-the-job-richardson/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 14:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/lategan-learning-on-the-job-richardson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[District council new chair 'honoured' by role]]></title><description><![CDATA[Independent councillor Beverley Nielsen takes over as chair of Malvern Hills District Council.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/district-council-new-chair-honoured-by-role/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 14:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/district-council-new-chair-honoured-by-role/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City bike scheme bays may be cut by half]]></title><description><![CDATA[Councillor Alex Mace says it is disappointing to see such a big reduction, as plans are to be discussed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/city-bike-scheme-bays-may-be-cut-by-half/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 12:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/city-bike-scheme-bays-may-be-cut-by-half/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cancer fundraiser completes farewell challenge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Deb Gascoyne, who has incurable cancer, has raised more than &pound;300,000 over the past 16 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cancer-fundraiser-completes-farewell-challenge/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 07:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cancer-fundraiser-completes-farewell-challenge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Be&#351;ikta&#351; Villa fan's joy at cup final ticket]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jamieson Hill moved to Be&#351;ikta&#351; in Turkey in 2014 after falling in love with his wife, &#350;eyda Hill.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/be351ikta351-villa-fans-joy-at-cup-final-ticket/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 07:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/be351ikta351-villa-fans-joy-at-cup-final-ticket/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pears bat out final day to draw at Lancashire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire's Brett D'Oliveira and Matthew Waite share an unbroken stand of 97 to ensure their side draw with Lancashire in the County Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pears-bat-out-final-day-to-draw-at-lancashire/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 18:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pears-bat-out-final-day-to-draw-at-lancashire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Unfinished and unsafe' playground demolished]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some Hallow residents say it is a "real shame" to see the playground go to waste.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/unfinished-and-unsafe-playground-demolished/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 15:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/unfinished-and-unsafe-playground-demolished/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The woman painting lost loved ones for free]]></title><description><![CDATA[Judy Young, of Bromyard, says it is "very moving" to paint someone for their family after they died.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-woman-painting-lost-loved-ones-for-free/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 14:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-woman-painting-lost-loved-ones-for-free/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inquiries continue after man hurt in pub stabbing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say they have have identified three men who were believed to be in the area at the time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/inquiries-continue-after-man-hurt-in-pub-stabbing/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 12:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/inquiries-continue-after-man-hurt-in-pub-stabbing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New mum nearly dies from sepsis days after birth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Teacher survives life-threatening infection as partner fears raising two children alone after birth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-mum-nearly-dies-from-sepsis-days-after-birth/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 07:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-mum-nearly-dies-from-sepsis-days-after-birth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brothers eye relay record, fuelled by mum's food]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alfie and Joe Pritchard are running from John O'Groats to Land's End in a continuous 24-hour relay.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/brothers-eye-relay-record-fuelled-by-mums-food/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 07:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/brothers-eye-relay-record-fuelled-by-mums-food/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rail passengers warned of disruption during strike]]></title><description><![CDATA[Services across the West Midlands will be cancelled and reduced because of a staff walkout.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rail-passengers-warned-of-disruption-during-strike/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rail-passengers-warned-of-disruption-during-strike/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tory MP defends party's council intervention]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bromsgrove MP Bradley Thomas says party HQ was right to stop a deal that put Greens in charge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/tory-mp-defends-partys-council-intervention/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/tory-mp-defends-partys-council-intervention/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Death threats aimed at councillor and his dog]]></title><description><![CDATA[Richard Udall says he received threats to put poisoned bacon through his letterbox.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/death-threats-aimed-at-councillor-and-his-dog/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 12:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/death-threats-aimed-at-councillor-and-his-dog/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man, 92, cycles 40 miles to fund wife's hospice]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ken Johnson, 92, is raising money to thank the hospice that cared for his wife in her final days.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-92-cycles-40-miles-to-fund-wifes-hospice/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 08:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-92-cycles-40-miles-to-fund-wifes-hospice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Ducks in a row and nuzzling squirrels]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these delightful photos of the West Midlands we have been sent this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-ducks-in-a-row-and-nuzzling-squirrels/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 08:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-ducks-in-a-row-and-nuzzling-squirrels/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What next for council Tory-Green-Lib Dem deal?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire County Council has a new Green leader, but the power-share deal seems to hang by a thread.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/what-next-for-council-tory-green-lib-dem-deal/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 08:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/what-next-for-council-tory-green-lib-dem-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thousands expected for medieval battle festival]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 30,000 people are expected to flock to Evesham as the event returns for its fifth year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/thousands-expected-for-medieval-battle-festival/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 08:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/thousands-expected-for-medieval-battle-festival/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West Midlands rail timetable changes and how they affect you]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Rail timetable is changed twice a year, with the latest version starting this Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/west-midlands-rail-timetable-changes-and-how-they-affect-you/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 08:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/west-midlands-rail-timetable-changes-and-how-they-affect-you/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Waite leads Pears recovery against Lancashire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fifties by Daniel Lategan and Matthew Waite enable Worcestershire to a post a competitive 270 in their first innings on the opening day at Southport.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/waite-leads-pears-recovery-against-lancashire/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 19:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/waite-leads-pears-recovery-against-lancashire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Striking bird of prey spotted doing 'a funny little dance' - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Striking bird of prey spotted doing 'a funny little dance'&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/striking-bird-of-prey-spotted-doing-a-funny-little-dance-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 19:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/striking-bird-of-prey-spotted-doing-a-funny-little-dance-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cheers and waves as stranded Chinook sets off from county field - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cheers and waves as stranded Chinook sets off from county field&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cheers-and-waves-as-stranded-chinook-sets-off-from-county-field-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 18:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cheers-and-waves-as-stranded-chinook-sets-off-from-county-field-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leadership turmoil ‘won’t happen here’ say Herefordshire parties - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leadership turmoil &lsquo;won&rsquo;t happen here&rsquo; say Herefordshire parties&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/leadership-turmoil-wont-happen-here-say-herefordshire-parties-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 18:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/leadership-turmoil-wont-happen-here-say-herefordshire-parties-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Author's appeal after being 'flummoxed' by accent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adrian Hobart says he cannot finish his audiobook until he has mastered the Kidderminster accent.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/authors-appeal-after-being-flummoxed-by-accent/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 17:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/authors-appeal-after-being-flummoxed-by-accent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How do you perfect the Kiddy accent?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Residents of the Worcestershire town say you start by dropping the 'H' in 'Harriers'.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-do-you-perfect-the-kiddy-accent/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 15:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-do-you-perfect-the-kiddy-accent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gymshark CEO named West Midlands' richest under 40]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ben Francis started Gymshark from his parent's garage in Bromsgrove, aged just 19.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/gymshark-ceo-named-west-midlands-richest-under-40/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 15:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/gymshark-ceo-named-west-midlands-richest-under-40/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Need To Know Hereford &amp; Worcester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Local authorities have paid &pound;13.5million in compensation for pothole-related incidents.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/need-to-know-hereford-amp-worcester/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/need-to-know-hereford-amp-worcester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council elects youngest ever chairman]]></title><description><![CDATA[The news of Wychavon's youngest ever chairman comes after two other "youngest ever" announcements.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-elects-youngest-ever-chairman/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 14:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-elects-youngest-ever-chairman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I can make it work, vows new Green council leader]]></title><description><![CDATA[Green council leader Matt Jenkins speaks after Tory bosses suspended their Worcestershire leader.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/i-can-make-it-work-vows-new-green-council-leader/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 14:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/i-can-make-it-work-vows-new-green-council-leader/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Enforcement cameras plans to catch out problem car parking - Ledbury Reporter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enforcement cameras plans to catch out problem car parking&nbsp;&nbsp;Ledbury Reporter]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/enforcement-cameras-plans-to-catch-out-problem-car-parking-ledbury-reporter/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 09:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/enforcement-cameras-plans-to-catch-out-problem-car-parking-ledbury-reporter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warriors must make most of play-off moment - Vaughan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester Warriors chief executive Stephen Vaughan calls for fans to help drive the team onto a Champ play-off semi-final when they face Chinnor.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/warriors-must-make-most-of-play-off-moment-vaughan/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 09:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/warriors-must-make-most-of-play-off-moment-vaughan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Noise complaint brings fears dogs will be put down]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beloved Kennels in Flyford Flavell kennels has appealed a council noise abatement notice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/noise-complaint-brings-fears-dogs-will-be-put-down/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 07:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/noise-complaint-brings-fears-dogs-will-be-put-down/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: What honour did this football club chair receive?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With other stories ranging from football honours to rallying old bangers, can you score 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-what-honour-did-this-football-club-chair-receive/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-what-honour-did-this-football-club-chair-receive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Arrows expected to fly over Herefordshire at the end of this month - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Red Arrows expected to fly over Herefordshire at the end of this month&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/red-arrows-expected-to-fly-over-herefordshire-at-the-end-of-this-month-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 17:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/red-arrows-expected-to-fly-over-herefordshire-at-the-end-of-this-month-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[District council elects youngest ever chairman]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 28-year-old says he is "honoured" to be elected chairman of Wyre Forest District Council.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/district-council-elects-youngest-ever-chairman/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 16:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/district-council-elects-youngest-ever-chairman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire residents wanted for Channel 4 casting to join Alan Carr - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire residents wanted for Channel 4 casting to join Alan Carr&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-residents-wanted-for-channel-4-casting-to-join-alan-carr-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 16:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-residents-wanted-for-channel-4-casting-to-join-alan-carr-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brexit conference to provide insights 10 years on]]></title><description><![CDATA[The University of Worcester is holding a two-day conference exploring Brexit's impact on the UK.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/brexit-conference-to-provide-insights-10-years-on/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/brexit-conference-to-provide-insights-10-years-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to get a marmalade-and-toast ice cream]]></title><description><![CDATA[The limited edition flavour is in honour of Paddington star Hugh Bonneville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-to-get-a-marmalade-and-toast-ice-cream/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-to-get-a-marmalade-and-toast-ice-cream/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Farm-to-fork vision drives forward Herefordshire beef and arable farm - Farmers Guardian]]></title><description><![CDATA[Farm-to-fork vision drives forward Herefordshire beef and arable farm&nbsp;&nbsp;Farmers Guardian]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/farm-to-fork-vision-drives-forward-herefordshire-beef-and-arable-farm-farmers-guardian/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/farm-to-fork-vision-drives-forward-herefordshire-beef-and-arable-farm-farmers-guardian/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three of the best farm shop cafés for breakfast or lunch - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three of the best farm shop caf&eacute;s for breakfast or lunch&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/three-of-the-best-farm-shop-cafs-for-breakfast-or-lunch-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/three-of-the-best-farm-shop-cafs-for-breakfast-or-lunch-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harriers had no control over Murray exit - Lane]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newly-promoted Kidderminster Harriers were powerless over the departure of "wanted man" Adam Murray to Barrow, says club director Richard Lane.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/harriers-had-no-control-over-murray-exit-lane/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 11:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/harriers-had-no-control-over-murray-exit-lane/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NEWS | Morrisons announces a pay increase for supermarket and manufacturing colleagues - Your Herefordshire]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEWS | Morrisons announces a pay increase for supermarket and manufacturing colleagues&nbsp;&nbsp;Your Herefordshire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/news-morrisons-announces-a-pay-increase-for-supermarket-and-manufacturing-colleagues-your-herefordshire/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 08:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/news-morrisons-announces-a-pay-increase-for-supermarket-and-manufacturing-colleagues-your-herefordshire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Cancer hasn't stopped me from raising &pound;300,000']]></title><description><![CDATA[Deb Gascoyne, who has incurable blood cancer, is cycling nearly 300 miles from London to Paris.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cancer-hasnt-stopped-me-from-raising-pound300000/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cancer-hasnt-stopped-me-from-raising-pound300000/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council paid £1m in pothole claims, figures show]]></title><description><![CDATA[Councils in England, Scotland and Wales have given details of pothole claims between 2020 and 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-paid-1m-in-pothole-claims-figures-show/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 07:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-paid-1m-in-pothole-claims-figures-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Herefordshire Council’s pensions bill keeps going up - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why Herefordshire Council&rsquo;s pensions bill keeps going up&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/why-herefordshire-councils-pensions-bill-keeps-going-up-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 06:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/why-herefordshire-councils-pensions-bill-keeps-going-up-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Road to close for three days for installation and cabling works - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Road to close for three days for installation and cabling works&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/road-to-close-for-three-days-for-installation-and-cabling-works-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 06:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/road-to-close-for-three-days-for-installation-and-cabling-works-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire's tattoo industry 'still growing' - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire's tattoo industry 'still growing'&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshires-tattoo-industry-still-growing-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 06:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshires-tattoo-industry-still-growing-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four guilty of speeding offences with three caught on the SAME road - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four guilty of speeding offences with three caught on the SAME road&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/four-guilty-of-speeding-offences-with-three-caught-on-the-same-road-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 06:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/four-guilty-of-speeding-offences-with-three-caught-on-the-same-road-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Musician announced as city's youngest mayor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester's new mayor says she is "very pleased" to be the 18th female mayor for the city.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/musician-announced-as-citys-youngest-mayor/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 17:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/musician-announced-as-citys-youngest-mayor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amber-listed bird pictured near country brook - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Amber-listed bird pictured near country brook&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/amber-listed-bird-pictured-near-country-brook-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/amber-listed-bird-pictured-near-country-brook-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman with multiple rare conditions writes novel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zo&euml; Castle, from Leominster, says her novel is for anyone who feels different.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/woman-with-multiple-rare-conditions-writes-novel/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 16:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/woman-with-multiple-rare-conditions-writes-novel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcester will use play-offs to put Coventry loss right]]></title><description><![CDATA[After losing 64-28 to Coventry, Worcester Warriors need to up their physical intent in their play-off quarter-final says head coach Matt Everard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcester-will-use-play-offs-to-put-coventry-loss-right/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 15:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcester-will-use-play-offs-to-put-coventry-loss-right/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Air ambulance prepares for potential fuel shortage]]></title><description><![CDATA[The charity says it could rely more on critical care cars, if needed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/air-ambulance-prepares-for-potential-fuel-shortage/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 15:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/air-ambulance-prepares-for-potential-fuel-shortage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NEWS | Morrisons and NHS put cancer warning signs in the shower - Your Herefordshire]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEWS | Morrisons and NHS put cancer warning signs in the shower&nbsp;&nbsp;Your Herefordshire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/news-morrisons-and-nhs-put-cancer-warning-signs-in-the-shower-your-herefordshire/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/news-morrisons-and-nhs-put-cancer-warning-signs-in-the-shower-your-herefordshire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Runner seriously injured in attack by Jack Russell]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police search for the dog's owner after the victim sustained a leg bite during a run in Redditch.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/runner-seriously-injured-in-attack-by-jack-russell/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 13:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/runner-seriously-injured-in-attack-by-jack-russell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[College site may become special needs sixth form]]></title><description><![CDATA[The college uses the Worcester facility for its hair and beauty and art and design departments.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/college-site-may-become-special-needs-sixth-form/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 07:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/college-site-may-become-special-needs-sixth-form/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Chaos' at council: Could Reform split in county?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reform Councillor Alan Amos could face a fresh challenge from his own group.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/chaos-at-council-could-reform-split-in-county/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 07:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/chaos-at-council-could-reform-split-in-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jazz musician who performed with Bill Clinton dies aged 89 - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jazz musician who performed with Bill Clinton dies aged 89&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/jazz-musician-who-performed-with-bill-clinton-dies-aged-89-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 06:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/jazz-musician-who-performed-with-bill-clinton-dies-aged-89-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red-listed bird spotted by bird watcher at gravel pits - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Red-listed bird spotted by bird watcher at gravel pits&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/red-listed-bird-spotted-by-bird-watcher-at-gravel-pits-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 06:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/red-listed-bird-spotted-by-bird-watcher-at-gravel-pits-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murray leaves Kidderminster to become Barrow boss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adam Murray leaves promoted Kidderminster Harriers to take charge of Barrow, who were relegated from League Two earlier this month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/murray-leaves-kidderminster-to-become-barrow-boss/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/murray-leaves-kidderminster-to-become-barrow-boss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New drainage at Hereford FC after postponements]]></title><description><![CDATA[New drains are put in after the team were forced to play elsewhere at times last season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-drainage-at-hereford-fc-after-postponements/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 19:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-drainage-at-hereford-fc-after-postponements/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red-listed bird pictured perched on a tree in Herefordshire - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Red-listed bird pictured perched on a tree in Herefordshire&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/red-listed-bird-pictured-perched-on-a-tree-in-herefordshire-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 19:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/red-listed-bird-pictured-perched-on-a-tree-in-herefordshire-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Mind-blowing support' for marathon brothers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Schools, care homes and hospital staff cheer on the fundraising brothers running a marathon a day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mind-blowing-support-for-marathon-brothers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 17:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mind-blowing-support-for-marathon-brothers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Appeal to hitchhiker after man hit by lorry dies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say a man hitchhiking on a slip road for the M5 in Worcestershire may hold vital information.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/appeal-to-hitchhiker-after-man-hit-by-lorry-dies/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 14:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/appeal-to-hitchhiker-after-man-hit-by-lorry-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pears' focus has to last whole game - Richardson]]></title><description><![CDATA[After losing nine wickets for 38 in their heavy defeat by Durham, Worcestershire head coach Alan Richardson says his side must maintain focus.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pears-focus-has-to-last-whole-game-richardson/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 14:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/pears-focus-has-to-last-whole-game-richardson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Water firm fined after customers' details hacked]]></title><description><![CDATA[The hack went undetected by the Staffordshire firm for 20 months, regulator says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/water-firm-fined-after-customers-details-hacked/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 13:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/water-firm-fined-after-customers-details-hacked/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Revealed: the number of times council sent in bailiffs for council tax debt - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Revealed: the number of times council sent in bailiffs for council tax debt&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/revealed-the-number-of-times-council-sent-in-bailiffs-for-council-tax-debt-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/revealed-the-number-of-times-council-sent-in-bailiffs-for-council-tax-debt-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire's 10 most booked restaurants according to diners - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire's 10 most booked restaurants according to diners&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshires-10-most-booked-restaurants-according-to-diners-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshires-10-most-booked-restaurants-according-to-diners-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beautiful farmstead with tennis court for sale in Herefordshire - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beautiful farmstead with tennis court for sale in Herefordshire&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/beautiful-farmstead-with-tennis-court-for-sale-in-herefordshire-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 11:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/beautiful-farmstead-with-tennis-court-for-sale-in-herefordshire-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NEWS | West Midlands Railway passengers reminded timetables will change this weekend - Your Herefordshire]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEWS | West Midlands Railway passengers reminded timetables will change this weekend&nbsp;&nbsp;Your Herefordshire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/news-west-midlands-railway-passengers-reminded-timetables-will-change-this-weekend-your-herefordshire/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 08:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/news-west-midlands-railway-passengers-reminded-timetables-will-change-this-weekend-your-herefordshire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rare butterfly seen in record numbers at site]]></title><description><![CDATA[The species disappeared from there in 2008, but a group started a habitat restoration project.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rare-butterfly-seen-in-record-numbers-at-site/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 07:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rare-butterfly-seen-in-record-numbers-at-site/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I was watching a spy movie and then a Chinook landed in my back yard']]></title><description><![CDATA[Karen Levin was watching a film on TV when the military helicopter landed in a field near her home.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/i-was-watching-a-spy-movie-and-then-a-chinook-landed-in-my-back-yard/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/i-was-watching-a-spy-movie-and-then-a-chinook-landed-in-my-back-yard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Disadvantaged white British boys 'underperforming']]></title><description><![CDATA[Children from disadvantaged backgrounds tend to have a vocabulary deficit, a meeting hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/disadvantaged-white-british-boys-underperforming/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/disadvantaged-white-british-boys-underperforming/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Farming company named business of the year at national awards ceremony - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Farming company named business of the year at national awards ceremony&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/farming-company-named-business-of-the-year-at-national-awards-ceremony-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 06:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/farming-company-named-business-of-the-year-at-national-awards-ceremony-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform suspends ousted county council leader]]></title><description><![CDATA[The party accuses Jo Monk of refusing to accept a democratic decision taken by her colleagues.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/reform-suspends-ousted-county-council-leader/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 22:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/reform-suspends-ousted-county-council-leader/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tribute to 'much-loved' man who died in crash - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tribute to 'much-loved' man who died in crash&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/tribute-to-much-loved-man-who-died-in-crash-bbc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 19:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/tribute-to-much-loved-man-who-died-in-crash-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tribute to 'much-loved' man who died in crash]]></title><description><![CDATA["Devoted" father and husband Clive Newman, 61, died at the scene on 4 May, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/tribute-to-much-loved-man-who-died-in-crash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 19:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/tribute-to-much-loved-man-who-died-in-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Survey starts over future of county's libraries - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Survey starts over future of county's libraries&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/survey-starts-over-future-of-countys-libraries-bbc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/survey-starts-over-future-of-countys-libraries-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Survey starts over future of county's libraries]]></title><description><![CDATA[Opinions could come from people who do and do not use them, Herefordshire Council says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/survey-starts-over-future-of-countys-libraries/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/survey-starts-over-future-of-countys-libraries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arctic air to bring cold temperatures and heavy showers to Herefordshire - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arctic air to bring cold temperatures and heavy showers to Herefordshire&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/arctic-air-to-bring-cold-temperatures-and-heavy-showers-to-herefordshire-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/arctic-air-to-bring-cold-temperatures-and-heavy-showers-to-herefordshire-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We'll work with other parties - Labour group leader]]></title><description><![CDATA[Redditch Borough Council's Sharon Harvey says all elected members should work together for the town.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/well-work-with-other-parties-labour-group-leader/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 16:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/well-work-with-other-parties-labour-group-leader/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire Cricket suffer defeats across three matches - Yahoo Sports UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire Cricket suffer defeats across three matches&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo Sports UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-cricket-suffer-defeats-across-three-matches-yahoo-sports-uk/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 13:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-cricket-suffer-defeats-across-three-matches-yahoo-sports-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plans revealed to convert former agricultural building into home - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Plans revealed to convert former agricultural building into home&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/plans-revealed-to-convert-former-agricultural-building-into-home-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/plans-revealed-to-convert-former-agricultural-building-into-home-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Concerns over 800-home plan for green belt land]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three councillors from Claines say they are worried at the loss of the land for the housing scheme.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/concerns-over-800-home-plan-for-green-belt-land/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 07:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/concerns-over-800-home-plan-for-green-belt-land/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chairman resigns over 'sad' lido row]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leader of Wychavon District Council says he is "genuinely saddened" by the chairman's decision.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/chairman-resigns-over-sad-lido-row/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/chairman-resigns-over-sad-lido-row/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Episode of Escape to the Country to be filmed this week in county - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Episode of Escape to the Country to be filmed this week in county&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/episode-of-escape-to-the-country-to-be-filmed-this-week-in-county-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 06:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/episode-of-escape-to-the-country-to-be-filmed-this-week-in-county-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parkinson spins Durham to three-day win at Worcs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Callum Parkinson takes 5-13 and Ben McKinney smashes 87 not out as Durham win inside three days at New Road.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/parkinson-spins-durham-to-three-day-win-at-worcs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 19:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/parkinson-spins-durham-to-three-day-win-at-worcs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[William hails 'inspiring' FTD marathon brothers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jordan Adams says the recognition from Prince William feels "incredible".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/william-hails-inspiring-ftd-marathon-brothers/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 17:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/william-hails-inspiring-ftd-marathon-brothers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform 'absolutely ready to run councils']]></title><description><![CDATA[Many West Midlands local authorities are under no overall control, signalling difficult times ahead.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/reform-absolutely-ready-to-run-councils/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 15:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/reform-absolutely-ready-to-run-councils/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Farmer jailed for stealing hundreds of sheep]]></title><description><![CDATA[Peter Parker is jailed after being found guilty of sealing sheep from Newark, Hereford and Penrith.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/farmer-jailed-for-stealing-hundreds-of-sheep/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 10:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/farmer-jailed-for-stealing-hundreds-of-sheep/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['When approaching someone deaf, be patient']]></title><description><![CDATA[William Stavert, who is deaf, teaches British Sign Language (BSL) classes to adults.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/when-approaching-someone-deaf-be-patient/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 08:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/when-approaching-someone-deaf-be-patient/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: High flying views and cute lambs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these delightful photos of the West Midlands we have been sent this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-high-flying-views-and-cute-lambs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 08:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-high-flying-views-and-cute-lambs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stokes out for 14 in first innings since Ashes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ben Stokes makes only 14 in his first innings for five months on the second day of Durham&rsquo;s County Championship match at Worcestershire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/stokes-out-for-14-in-first-innings-since-ashes/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 20:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/stokes-out-for-14-in-first-innings-since-ashes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Technical fault grounds Chinook in Bromyard field]]></title><description><![CDATA[The aircraft landed in a field after suffering a technical issue.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/technical-fault-grounds-chinook-in-bromyard-field/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 16:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/technical-fault-grounds-chinook-in-bromyard-field/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four of the best bars you have to visit in Hereford - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four of the best bars you have to visit in Hereford&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/four-of-the-best-bars-you-have-to-visit-in-hereford-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 13:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/four-of-the-best-bars-you-have-to-visit-in-hereford-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amber-listed bird spotted in the Herefordshire countryside - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Amber-listed bird spotted in the Herefordshire countryside&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/amber-listed-bird-spotted-in-the-herefordshire-countryside-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 13:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/amber-listed-bird-spotted-in-the-herefordshire-countryside-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former NHS building set for transformation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Isaac Maddox House is marked for redevelopment as part of the wider Shrub Hill Quarter regeneration.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/former-nhs-building-set-for-transformation/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 12:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/former-nhs-building-set-for-transformation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heritage railway seeks touring train volunteers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Railway 200 Inspiration exhibition train will arrive for half-term on 23 May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/heritage-railway-seeks-touring-train-volunteers/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 08:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/heritage-railway-seeks-touring-train-volunteers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Councillor suspended over alleged antisemitic posts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Councillor Sam Ammar says she is taking legal action following her suspension.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/councillor-suspended-over-alleged-antisemitic-posts/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/councillor-suspended-over-alleged-antisemitic-posts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcester sign back-row Cherry from Nottingham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester Warriors complete a deal for Nottingham number eight James Cherry to join the club from next season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcester-sign-back-row-cherry-from-nottingham/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 16:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcester-sign-back-row-cherry-from-nottingham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man dies after being hit by lorry on M5 slip road]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police have arrested a 47-year-old man on suspicion of causing death by careless driving.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-dies-after-being-hit-by-lorry-on-m5-slip-road/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 11:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-dies-after-being-hit-by-lorry-on-m5-slip-road/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Museum secures £1m lottery funding]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Commandery in Worcester is set to open a new exhibition, The Worcestershire Solider.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/museum-secures-1m-lottery-funding/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 11:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/museum-secures-1m-lottery-funding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How much land Prince William owns in Herefordshire - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[How much land Prince William owns in Herefordshire&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-much-land-prince-william-owns-in-herefordshire-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 09:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-much-land-prince-william-owns-in-herefordshire-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plans on track to fix 'death trap' junction - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Plans on track to fix 'death trap' junction&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/plans-on-track-to-fix-death-trap-junction-bbc/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 07:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/plans-on-track-to-fix-death-trap-junction-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plans on track to fix 'death trap' junction]]></title><description><![CDATA[People living by the Herefordshire junction say they are tired of reading "heartbreaking" stories.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/plans-on-track-to-fix-death-trap-junction/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 07:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/plans-on-track-to-fix-death-trap-junction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: Which local star will take part in Celebrity Traitors this year?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With other stories ranging from superhero runs to Attenborough tributes, can you score 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-which-local-star-will-take-part-in-celebrity-traitors-this-year/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 07:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-which-local-star-will-take-part-in-celebrity-traitors-this-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform surge stuns Labour in Redditch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Redditch Borough Council is now in no overall control.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/reform-surge-stuns-labour-in-redditch/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 06:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/reform-surge-stuns-labour-in-redditch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council speaks out as illegal goods seized - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Council speaks out as illegal goods seized&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-speaks-out-as-illegal-goods-seized-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 06:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-speaks-out-as-illegal-goods-seized-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[17th‑century books linked to King Charles I found at Herefordshire roadshow - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[17th&#8209;century books linked to King Charles I found at Herefordshire roadshow&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/17thcentury-books-linked-to-king-charles-i-found-at-herefordshire-roadshow-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 19:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/17thcentury-books-linked-to-king-charles-i-found-at-herefordshire-roadshow-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five of the most beautiful villages you can't miss out on in Herefordshire - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five of the most beautiful villages you can't miss out on in Herefordshire&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/five-of-the-most-beautiful-villages-you-cant-miss-out-on-in-herefordshire-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 19:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/five-of-the-most-beautiful-villages-you-cant-miss-out-on-in-herefordshire-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bears recall Hannon-Dalby early from Pears loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Olly Hannon-Dalby is recalled by Warwickshire early from his loan spell with Worcestershire and is named in the Bears squad to face Yorkshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bears-recall-hannon-dalby-early-from-pears-loan/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bears-recall-hannon-dalby-early-from-pears-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charity says 'clock ticking'  over funding shortfall]]></title><description><![CDATA[BluWave Community Transport Service operates in Bromsgrove and Redditch but says it needs urgent funding.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/charity-says-clock-ticking-over-funding-shortfall/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/charity-says-clock-ticking-over-funding-shortfall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[RECAP - emergency services close road after crash near village church - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[RECAP - emergency services close road after crash near village church&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/recap-emergency-services-close-road-after-crash-near-village-church-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 17:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/recap-emergency-services-close-road-after-crash-near-village-church-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I've loved helping people keep fit for 40 years']]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester's Lynne Thompson says some people who were there at the beginning still go to her classes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/ive-loved-helping-people-keep-fit-for-40-years/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/ive-loved-helping-people-keep-fit-for-40-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man in critical condition after house fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man in his 60s is in hospital in Birmingham after a fire in Evesham on Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-in-critical-condition-after-house-fire/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 13:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-in-critical-condition-after-house-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boy, 9, hoping for BMX title at World Championship]]></title><description><![CDATA[Archie Fisher from Warwick is competing for Great Britain at the July event in Brisbane.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/boy-9-hoping-for-bmx-title-at-world-championship/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 11:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/boy-9-hoping-for-bmx-title-at-world-championship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Market stall aids people experiencing abuse]]></title><description><![CDATA[AHead of Wellbeing, a group which helps people in crisis, run the stall on Thursdays and Saturdays.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/market-stall-aids-people-experiencing-abuse/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 07:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/market-stall-aids-people-experiencing-abuse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman bailed after man stabbed near school]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man in his 20s was seriously injured but is said to be in a stable condition following the attack.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/woman-bailed-after-man-stabbed-near-school/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/woman-bailed-after-man-stabbed-near-school/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man faces deportation after cannabis farm raided]]></title><description><![CDATA[Festim Ahmetaj was caught growing cannabis and being in breach of a deportation order.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-faces-deportation-after-cannabis-farm-raided/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 15:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-faces-deportation-after-cannabis-farm-raided/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tributes to 'kind and generous' ex-council leader]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tony Johnson was leader of Herefordshire Council from May 2013 to May 2018.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/tributes-to-kind-and-generous-ex-council-leader/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/tributes-to-kind-and-generous-ex-council-leader/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fridge-carrying marathon brothers raise &pound;1m in mum's honour]]></title><description><![CDATA[The FTD Brothers, Jordan and Cian Adams, are fundraising in honour of their mum who died in 2016.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fridge-carrying-marathon-brothers-raise-pound1m-in-mums-honour/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 11:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fridge-carrying-marathon-brothers-raise-pound1m-in-mums-honour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tributes to 'kind and generous' former Herefordshire Council boss - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tributes to 'kind and generous' former Herefordshire Council boss&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/tributes-to-kind-and-generous-former-herefordshire-council-boss-bbc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/tributes-to-kind-and-generous-former-herefordshire-council-boss-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cathedral to help run food share scheme in city]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hereford Cathedral says it will provide operational support to help the "incredible volunteers".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cathedral-to-help-run-food-share-scheme-in-city/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cathedral-to-help-run-food-share-scheme-in-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dog missing for seven weeks found - with pups]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patsy escaped through a hole in a fence and was found seven weeks later - with puppies.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/dog-missing-for-seven-weeks-found-with-pups/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 18:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/dog-missing-for-seven-weeks-found-with-pups/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marathon fridge carrying brothers pass £1m mark]]></title><description><![CDATA[The FTD Brothers, Jordan and Cian Adams, are fundraising in honour of their mum who died in 2016.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/marathon-fridge-carrying-brothers-pass-1m-mark/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 17:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/marathon-fridge-carrying-brothers-pass-1m-mark/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hoard thief stabbed friend after stolen gold row]]></title><description><![CDATA[George Powell admits attacking Lewis Prosser at a caravan site in Paignton, Devon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/hoard-thief-stabbed-friend-after-stolen-gold-row/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 15:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/hoard-thief-stabbed-friend-after-stolen-gold-row/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man on bail following rape arrest]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Mercia Police says its investigation focuses on an alleyway.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-on-bail-following-rape-arrest/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 13:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-on-bail-following-rape-arrest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man dies in two-car crash on rural road]]></title><description><![CDATA[A further two people are treated in hospital following the collision on Tillington Road in Burghill.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-dies-in-two-car-crash-on-rural-road/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 12:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-dies-in-two-car-crash-on-rural-road/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire beaten by Wiltshire in rain-affected encounter - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire beaten by Wiltshire in rain-affected encounter&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-beaten-by-wiltshire-in-rain-affected-encounter-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-beaten-by-wiltshire-in-rain-affected-encounter-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Redditch elections: The battle for ideas]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cheaper car parking, a fly-tipping crackdown, solar panels - what are the ideas for Redditch?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/redditch-elections-the-battle-for-ideas/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 07:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/redditch-elections-the-battle-for-ideas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcester bring in Hawkins for next season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester Warriors sign three more players ahead of next season, including Newcastle Red Bulls forward John Hawkins.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcester-bring-in-hawkins-for-next-season/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 19:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcester-bring-in-hawkins-for-next-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cyclists in 300-mile ride reach breast unit target]]></title><description><![CDATA[People who went from Worcestershire to France have "climbed the equivalent of two-thirds of Everest".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cyclists-in-300-mile-ride-reach-breast-unit-target/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 16:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cyclists-in-300-mile-ride-reach-breast-unit-target/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birds take flight for well-dressing festival]]></title><description><![CDATA[The festival is going on until 10 May, and has seen about 52 wells decorated in Malvern.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/birds-take-flight-for-well-dressing-festival/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 08:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/birds-take-flight-for-well-dressing-festival/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nine-day strike which brought Britain to a standstill]]></title><description><![CDATA[Archives shed light on the General Strike in 1926 when many workers walked out in solidarity with miners who were fighting wage cuts and longer hours.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/nine-day-strike-which-brought-britain-to-a-standstill/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/nine-day-strike-which-brought-britain-to-a-standstill/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sanderson bowls Northants to innings win over Worcs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire seamer Ben Sanderson takes 7-31 as Worcestershire are skittled for 114 to lose by an innings and 177 runs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/sanderson-bowls-northants-to-innings-win-over-worcs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 20:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/sanderson-bowls-northants-to-innings-win-over-worcs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rugby tournament in memory of teen]]></title><description><![CDATA[The tournament is being held on Sunday at Malvern Rugby Club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rugby-tournament-in-memory-of-teen/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 17:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rugby-tournament-in-memory-of-teen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boy, 6, raises thousands for children's hospital]]></title><description><![CDATA[Six year-old Joey dresses up as superheroes for the race in Birmingham each year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/boy-6-raises-thousands-for-childrens-hospital/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 15:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/boy-6-raises-thousands-for-childrens-hospital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested on suspicion of rape in city]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Mercia Police says it is investigating reports of an attack on a woman in an alleyway.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-rape-in-city/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 14:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-rape-in-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Road closures confirmed for Herefordshire over the next week - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Road closures confirmed for Herefordshire over the next week&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/road-closures-confirmed-for-herefordshire-over-the-next-week-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 08:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/road-closures-confirmed-for-herefordshire-over-the-next-week-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Bluebells, birds - and a Dalek]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these delightful photos of the West Midlands we have been sent this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-bluebells-birds-and-a-dalek/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 08:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-bluebells-birds-and-a-dalek/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Large fire on Malvern Hills]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service said four fire engines had been sent to the scene.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/large-fire-on-malvern-hills/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 19:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/large-fire-on-malvern-hills/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Loughnane wins 2,000 Guineas on Bow Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jockey Billy Loughnane wins the first Classic race of his career, aged just 20, on Bow Echo in the 2,000 Guineas at Newmarket.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/loughnane-wins-2000-guineas-on-bow-echo/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 17:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/loughnane-wins-2000-guineas-on-bow-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Theatre couple 'emotional' at teaching stars of the future]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andy Reiss and Katie Leeming, from Stone, say it is "thrilling" teaching all over the country.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/theatre-couple-emotional-at-teaching-stars-of-the-future/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 10:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/theatre-couple-emotional-at-teaching-stars-of-the-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zach is the star pupil at Shropshire &amp; Herefordshire Schools Championship - Shropshire Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zach is the star pupil at Shropshire &amp; Herefordshire Schools Championship&nbsp;&nbsp;Shropshire Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/zach-is-the-star-pupil-at-shropshire-amp-herefordshire-schools-championship-shropshire-star/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/zach-is-the-star-pupil-at-shropshire-amp-herefordshire-schools-championship-shropshire-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Autism is my superpower', says artist]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rhys Caldwell-Clarkson has started his own business, Art on the Spectrum.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/autism-is-my-superpower-says-artist/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 08:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/autism-is-my-superpower-says-artist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: Which rare feat did this cricketer achieve in a game?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With other stories ranging from marathons to stuffed toys, can you score 100% in the news quiz?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-which-rare-feat-did-this-cricketer-achieve-in-a-game/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 08:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-which-rare-feat-did-this-cricketer-achieve-in-a-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beautiful amber-listed bird pictured in Herefordshire village - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beautiful amber-listed bird pictured in Herefordshire village&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/beautiful-amber-listed-bird-pictured-in-herefordshire-village-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 07:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/beautiful-amber-listed-bird-pictured-in-herefordshire-village-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five of the best Airbnbs in Herefordshire for a summer getaway - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five of the best Airbnbs in Herefordshire for a summer getaway&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/five-of-the-best-airbnbs-in-herefordshire-for-a-summer-getaway-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 06:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/five-of-the-best-airbnbs-in-herefordshire-for-a-summer-getaway-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When three Herefordshire farmers had a beef with a minister - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[When three Herefordshire farmers had a beef with a minister&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/when-three-herefordshire-farmers-had-a-beef-with-a-minister-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/when-three-herefordshire-farmers-had-a-beef-with-a-minister-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roderick leads Pears fightback against Northants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gareth Roderick hits an unbeaten 164 as Worcestershire recover from 137-7 to total 306 against Northants, who are 40-0 at the end of day one.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/roderick-leads-pears-fightback-against-northants/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 19:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/roderick-leads-pears-fightback-against-northants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teenager charged over fatal stabbing]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 17-year-old is due to appear at Kidderminster Magistrates' Court on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/teenager-charged-over-fatal-stabbing/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 18:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/teenager-charged-over-fatal-stabbing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New face coming to top of Herefordshire Council - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[New face coming to top of Herefordshire Council&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-face-coming-to-top-of-herefordshire-council-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-face-coming-to-top-of-herefordshire-council-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire Council appoints new CEO after seven-month search - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire Council appoints new CEO after seven-month search&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-council-appoints-new-ceo-after-seven-month-search-bbc/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-council-appoints-new-ceo-after-seven-month-search-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council appoints new CEO after seven-month search]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul Satoor, the new chief executive of Herefordshire Council, will take up the role in the summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-appoints-new-ceo-after-seven-month-search/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-appoints-new-ceo-after-seven-month-search/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man in hospital and woman arrested after stabbing]]></title><description><![CDATA[The suspect is in police custody after a stabbing in Kidderminster on Friday morning.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-in-hospital-and-woman-arrested-after-stabbing/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-in-hospital-and-woman-arrested-after-stabbing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Residents back £4m Stourport revamp]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new market hall is proposed, featuring artisan food and drink.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/residents-back-4m-stourport-revamp/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 16:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/residents-back-4m-stourport-revamp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Evesham’s axolotl rescue HQ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Reptile Rescue Centre has received hundreds of the salamanders handed in at a time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/eveshams-axolotl-rescue-hq/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 14:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/eveshams-axolotl-rescue-hq/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cyclists' 300-mile ride for breast cancer patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Breast surgeon Steven Thrush says he is proud of those riding from Worcester to France.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cyclists-300-mile-ride-for-breast-cancer-patients/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 14:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cyclists-300-mile-ride-for-breast-cancer-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weather forecast for Herefordshire over the bank holiday weekend - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Weather forecast for Herefordshire over the bank holiday weekend&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weather-forecast-for-herefordshire-over-the-bank-holiday-weekend-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 13:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weather-forecast-for-herefordshire-over-the-bank-holiday-weekend-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three cider makers you should try this British Cider Week - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three cider makers you should try this British Cider Week&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/three-cider-makers-you-should-try-this-british-cider-week-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 13:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/three-cider-makers-you-should-try-this-british-cider-week-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Proposed Herefordshire council ward boundary changes revealed - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Proposed Herefordshire council ward boundary changes revealed&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/proposed-herefordshire-council-ward-boundary-changes-revealed-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 13:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/proposed-herefordshire-council-ward-boundary-changes-revealed-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire Council’s likely new chief executive named online - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire Council&rsquo;s likely new chief executive named online&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-councils-likely-new-chief-executive-named-online-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 13:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-councils-likely-new-chief-executive-named-online-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Aldi labelled 'ridiculous' amid town expansion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two projects proposed for Leominster are drawing complaint from the public.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-aldi-labelled-ridiculous-amid-town-expansion/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-aldi-labelled-ridiculous-amid-town-expansion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire Council funds £50,000 for special needs activities - The Ross Gazette]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire Council funds &pound;50,000 for special needs activities&nbsp;&nbsp;The Ross Gazette]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-council-funds-50000-for-special-needs-activities-the-ross-gazette/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 10:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-council-funds-50000-for-special-needs-activities-the-ross-gazette/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cities' friendship pact 'an amazing moment']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Diocese of Hereford says the agreement cements the city's friendship with Ukrainian city Zhytomyr.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cities-friendship-pact-an-amazing-moment/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 07:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cities-friendship-pact-an-amazing-moment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Loughnane hoping Bow Echo can  realise Guineas dream]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rising star Flat jockey Billy 'The Kid' Loughnane tells the BBC what winning Saturday's 2,000 Guineas on board favourite Bow Echo would mean to him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/loughnane-hoping-bow-echo-can-realise-guineas-dream/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 06:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/loughnane-hoping-bow-echo-can-realise-guineas-dream/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three adorable cats at shelter seeking forever homes - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three adorable cats at shelter seeking forever homes&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/three-adorable-cats-at-shelter-seeking-forever-homes-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 06:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/three-adorable-cats-at-shelter-seeking-forever-homes-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I stayed in the Hamnet house in Herefordshire — and you can too - The Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[I stayed in the Hamnet house in Herefordshire &mdash; and you can too&nbsp;&nbsp;The Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/i-stayed-in-the-hamnet-house-in-herefordshire-and-you-can-too-the-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/i-stayed-in-the-hamnet-house-in-herefordshire-and-you-can-too-the-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['There were letters I didn't want to open': Rise in unpaid debt court cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[The number of county court judgements rose by 17.5% in the first quarter of this year compared to last, data suggests.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/there-were-letters-i-didnt-want-to-open-rise-in-unpaid-debt-court-cases/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 01:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/there-were-letters-i-didnt-want-to-open-rise-in-unpaid-debt-court-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: Herefordshire top hire revealed as Walker walks - The MJ]]></title><description><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: Herefordshire top hire revealed as Walker walks&nbsp;&nbsp;The MJ]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/exclusive-herefordshire-top-hire-revealed-as-walker-walks-the-mj/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 01:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/exclusive-herefordshire-top-hire-revealed-as-walker-walks-the-mj/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Abandoned’ bus sparks concern on A465 near Moreton Jeffries - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[&lsquo;Abandoned&rsquo; bus sparks concern on A465 near Moreton Jeffries&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/abandoned-bus-sparks-concern-on-a465-near-moreton-jeffries-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/abandoned-bus-sparks-concern-on-a465-near-moreton-jeffries-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three jailed over drug gang shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three shots were exchanged over an car with two people inside, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/three-jailed-over-drug-gang-shooting/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/three-jailed-over-drug-gang-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More to come from Swanepoel - Richardson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire head coach Alan Richardson is confident Beyers Swanepoel will build on his encouraging start for the club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/more-to-come-from-swanepoel-richardson/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/more-to-come-from-swanepoel-richardson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Second man charged with murder after garage fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[In February, police officers attended a report of a garage on fire and discovered a man dead inside.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/second-man-charged-with-murder-after-garage-fire/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/second-man-charged-with-murder-after-garage-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Collision in rural village causes concerns for phone services - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Collision in rural village causes concerns for phone services&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/collision-in-rural-village-causes-concerns-for-phone-services-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/collision-in-rural-village-causes-concerns-for-phone-services-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Factory worker retires after 63 years in same job]]></title><description><![CDATA[Elaine Hipkins, from Redditch, says she is excited to spend more time with her husband.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/factory-worker-retires-after-63-years-in-same-job/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/factory-worker-retires-after-63-years-in-same-job/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcester sign prop Jones and hooker Dickinson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester Warriors sign Harlequins and ex-Sale prop Joe Jones and Nottingham hooker Jack Dickinson on deals for 2026-27.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcester-sign-prop-jones-and-hooker-dickinson/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcester-sign-prop-jones-and-hooker-dickinson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family 'investigating ex-soldier son's death alone']]></title><description><![CDATA[Dawn Turner wants police to investigate Rob Homans' death over concerns of third party involvement.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/family-investigating-ex-soldier-sons-death-alone/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/family-investigating-ex-soldier-sons-death-alone/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Autism is an ability, not a disability']]></title><description><![CDATA[Rhys has set up his own art shop after quitting his retail job.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/autism-is-an-ability-not-a-disability/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/autism-is-an-ability-not-a-disability/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire jobs could be at risk as chain plans thousands of job cuts - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire jobs could be at risk as chain plans thousands of job cuts&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-jobs-could-be-at-risk-as-chain-plans-thousands-of-job-cuts-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-jobs-could-be-at-risk-as-chain-plans-thousands-of-job-cuts-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why are there no elections for Herefordshire in May - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why are there no elections for Herefordshire in May&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/why-are-there-no-elections-for-herefordshire-in-may-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/why-are-there-no-elections-for-herefordshire-in-may-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Luxurious barn conversion goes on the market in Hereford for £580,000 - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Luxurious barn conversion goes on the market in Hereford for &pound;580,000&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/luxurious-barn-conversion-goes-on-the-market-in-hereford-for-580000-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/luxurious-barn-conversion-goes-on-the-market-in-hereford-for-580000-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council plans to buy flats in bid to battle homelessness costs - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Council plans to buy flats in bid to battle homelessness costs&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-plans-to-buy-flats-in-bid-to-battle-homelessness-costs-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-plans-to-buy-flats-in-bid-to-battle-homelessness-costs-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NEWS | Herefordshire Council shares important information ahead of the May Fair which will arrive in Leominster tonight and then Hereford next week - Your Herefordshire]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEWS | Herefordshire Council shares important information ahead of the May Fair which will arrive in Leominster tonight and then Hereford next week&nbsp;&nbsp;Your Herefordshire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/news-herefordshire-council-shares-important-information-ahead-of-the-may-fair-which-will-arrive-in-leominster-tonight-and-then-hereford-next-week-your-herefordshire/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/news-herefordshire-council-shares-important-information-ahead-of-the-may-fair-which-will-arrive-in-leominster-tonight-and-then-hereford-next-week-your-herefordshire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Car is pulled from house as investigation continues into crash - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Car is pulled from house as investigation continues into crash&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/car-is-pulled-from-house-as-investigation-continues-into-crash-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/car-is-pulled-from-house-as-investigation-continues-into-crash-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Latest food hygiene ratings for Herefordshire businesses this month - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Latest food hygiene ratings for Herefordshire businesses this month&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/latest-food-hygiene-ratings-for-herefordshire-businesses-this-month-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/latest-food-hygiene-ratings-for-herefordshire-businesses-this-month-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘OCD will grab on to the thing you love the most’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every day, Sarah imagines her perfectly healthy children are going to die or fall ill.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/ocd-will-grab-on-to-the-thing-you-love-the-most/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/ocd-will-grab-on-to-the-thing-you-love-the-most/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Search launched after two Belgian Malinois dogs stolen in the night - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Search launched after two Belgian Malinois dogs stolen in the night&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/search-launched-after-two-belgian-malinois-dogs-stolen-in-the-night-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/search-launched-after-two-belgian-malinois-dogs-stolen-in-the-night-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adorable animal rescued from wheelie bin]]></title><description><![CDATA[The two-week-old pine marten was brought to the Vale Wildlife Hospital in Evesham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/adorable-animal-rescued-from-wheelie-bin/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/adorable-animal-rescued-from-wheelie-bin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flagship regenerative farming opportunity offered by Duchy of Cornwall in Herefordshire - duchyofcornwall.org]]></title><description><![CDATA[Flagship regenerative farming opportunity offered by Duchy of Cornwall in Herefordshire&nbsp;&nbsp;duchyofcornwall.org]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/flagship-regenerative-farming-opportunity-offered-by-duchy-of-cornwall-in-herefordshire-duchyofcornwallorg/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/flagship-regenerative-farming-opportunity-offered-by-duchy-of-cornwall-in-herefordshire-duchyofcornwallorg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mum launches holiday let auction to help struggling families in memory of son - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mum launches holiday let auction to help struggling families in memory of son&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mum-launches-holiday-let-auction-to-help-struggling-families-in-memory-of-son-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mum-launches-holiday-let-auction-to-help-struggling-families-in-memory-of-son-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Redditch elections: The battle to reinvent a town]]></title><description><![CDATA[The debate over how to improve the town has become a key election issue in Redditch.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/redditch-elections-the-battle-to-reinvent-a-town/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/redditch-elections-the-battle-to-reinvent-a-town/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Councillors set to appoint new boss to council's top job - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Councillors set to appoint new boss to council's top job&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/councillors-set-to-appoint-new-boss-to-councils-top-job-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 06:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/councillors-set-to-appoint-new-boss-to-councils-top-job-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murder investigation launched after man stabbed]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Mercia Police say the man died shortly after being taken to hospital.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/murder-investigation-launched-after-man-stabbed/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/murder-investigation-launched-after-man-stabbed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lords change controversial Malvern Hills Bill]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Malvern Hills legislation has been amended by peers after a public outcry.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/lords-change-controversial-malvern-hills-bill/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/lords-change-controversial-malvern-hills-bill/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cricket club invests £500k to improve stadium]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Worcestershire club has installed a new scoreboard and state-of-the-art live cameras.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cricket-club-invests-500k-to-improve-stadium/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cricket-club-invests-500k-to-improve-stadium/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fan's dream comes true after 'rubbish few months']]></title><description><![CDATA[Hereford FC fan KD Rai says Saturday's match was one of the best days of his life.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fans-dream-comes-true-after-rubbish-few-months/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fans-dream-comes-true-after-rubbish-few-months/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two historic street fairs set for return]]></title><description><![CDATA[One councillor says they are important to Herefordshire's heritage, with one dating back to 1121.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/two-historic-street-fairs-set-for-return/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/two-historic-street-fairs-set-for-return/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire Council seeks ‘urgent’ meeting with Yeomans over buses - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire Council seeks &lsquo;urgent&rsquo; meeting with Yeomans over buses&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-council-seeks-urgent-meeting-with-yeomans-over-buses-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-council-seeks-urgent-meeting-with-yeomans-over-buses-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Live - police called to city college - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live - police called to city college&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/live-police-called-to-city-college-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/live-police-called-to-city-college-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bromsgrove's record-breaking polar bear]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gill Punt has raised over &pound;2million for cancer charities running in full costume.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bromsgroves-record-breaking-polar-bear/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bromsgroves-record-breaking-polar-bear/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire Cricket suffers double defeat at weekend matches - Yahoo Sports UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire Cricket suffers double defeat at weekend matches&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo Sports UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-cricket-suffers-double-defeat-at-weekend-matches-yahoo-sports-uk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-cricket-suffers-double-defeat-at-weekend-matches-yahoo-sports-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paedophile caught with girls' underwear is jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[A detective says he is happy Christopher Webb can no longer carry out his "disgusting intentions".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/paedophile-caught-with-girls-underwear-is-jailed/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/paedophile-caught-with-girls-underwear-is-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire set for vibrant street festivals with return of historic May Fairs - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire set for vibrant street festivals with return of historic May Fairs&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-set-for-vibrant-street-festivals-with-return-of-historic-may-fairs-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-set-for-vibrant-street-festivals-with-return-of-historic-may-fairs-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Air ambulance called to incident near market town - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Air ambulance called to incident near market town&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/air-ambulance-called-to-incident-near-market-town-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/air-ambulance-called-to-incident-near-market-town-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[JAILED | Domestic abuser jailed for horrific attacks on partner - Your Herefordshire]]></title><description><![CDATA[JAILED | Domestic abuser jailed for horrific attacks on partner&nbsp;&nbsp;Your Herefordshire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/jailed-domestic-abuser-jailed-for-horrific-attacks-on-partner-your-herefordshire/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/jailed-domestic-abuser-jailed-for-horrific-attacks-on-partner-your-herefordshire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Have your say on changes to support and care services - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Have your say on changes to support and care services&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/have-your-say-on-changes-to-support-and-care-services-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/have-your-say-on-changes-to-support-and-care-services-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Malvern Hills awarded £89k to help accessibility]]></title><description><![CDATA[Previous funding has been used to purchase a disabled buggy and improve footpath surfaces.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/malvern-hills-awarded-89k-to-help-accessibility/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/malvern-hills-awarded-89k-to-help-accessibility/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Festival celebrating Herefordshire history returns in May with range of events - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Festival celebrating Herefordshire history returns in May with range of events&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/festival-celebrating-herefordshire-history-returns-in-may-with-range-of-events-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/festival-celebrating-herefordshire-history-returns-in-may-with-range-of-events-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Festival celebrating Herefordshire history returns in May with range of events - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Festival celebrating Herefordshire history returns in May with range of events&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/festival-celebrating-herefordshire-history-returns-in-may-with-range-of-events-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/festival-celebrating-herefordshire-history-returns-in-may-with-range-of-events-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community rallies after fire damages businesses]]></title><description><![CDATA[People in the town of Ross-on-Wye have offered support to those affected]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/community-rallies-after-fire-damages-businesses/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/community-rallies-after-fire-damages-businesses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire engine driver arrested over restaurant crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester business owner Tano Cinao is "very proud" of staff who helped the injured outside.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fire-engine-driver-arrested-over-restaurant-crash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fire-engine-driver-arrested-over-restaurant-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Ridiculous' stress levels as Hereford FC survive]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hereford FC chairman Chris Ammonds says the club's survival in National League North is "massive".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/ridiculous-stress-levels-as-hereford-fc-survive/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/ridiculous-stress-levels-as-hereford-fc-survive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birdwatcher left stunned after spotting once-rare bird - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birdwatcher left stunned after spotting once-rare bird&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/birdwatcher-left-stunned-after-spotting-once-rare-bird-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/birdwatcher-left-stunned-after-spotting-once-rare-bird-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In the dock: latest cases from the magistrates' court - Ledbury Reporter]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the dock: latest cases from the magistrates' court&nbsp;&nbsp;Ledbury Reporter]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/in-the-dock-latest-cases-from-the-magistrates-court-ledbury-reporter/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/in-the-dock-latest-cases-from-the-magistrates-court-ledbury-reporter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two brothers, one fridge, and £500,000 for charity]]></title><description><![CDATA[The FTD Brothers, of Redditch, are now running 32 marathons in 32 days for Alzheimer's research.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/two-brothers-one-fridge-and-500000-for-charity/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/two-brothers-one-fridge-and-500000-for-charity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In the dock: latest cases from the magistrates' court - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the dock: latest cases from the magistrates' court&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/in-the-dock-latest-cases-from-the-magistrates-court-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/in-the-dock-latest-cases-from-the-magistrates-court-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five-acre plot with 17th-century farmhouse on the market for £1.1m - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five-acre plot with 17th-century farmhouse on the market for &pound;1.1m&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/five-acre-plot-with-17th-century-farmhouse-on-the-market-for-11m-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/five-acre-plot-with-17th-century-farmhouse-on-the-market-for-11m-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Steelbacks Women Match Preview: Herefordshire - Northamptonshire County Cricket Club]]></title><description><![CDATA[Steelbacks Women Match Preview: Herefordshire&nbsp;&nbsp;Northamptonshire County Cricket Club]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/steelbacks-women-match-preview-herefordshire-northamptonshire-county-cricket-club/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/steelbacks-women-match-preview-herefordshire-northamptonshire-county-cricket-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five of the best hidden burger joints you have to try in Herefordshire - Ledbury Reporter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five of the best hidden burger joints you have to try in Herefordshire&nbsp;&nbsp;Ledbury Reporter]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/five-of-the-best-hidden-burger-joints-you-have-to-try-in-herefordshire-ledbury-reporter/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/five-of-the-best-hidden-burger-joints-you-have-to-try-in-herefordshire-ledbury-reporter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family shows children can enjoy that are coming to Herefordshire this summer - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Family shows children can enjoy that are coming to Herefordshire this summer&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/family-shows-children-can-enjoy-that-are-coming-to-herefordshire-this-summer-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/family-shows-children-can-enjoy-that-are-coming-to-herefordshire-this-summer-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five of the best hidden burger joints you have to try in Herefordshire - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five of the best hidden burger joints you have to try in Herefordshire&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/five-of-the-best-hidden-burger-joints-you-have-to-try-in-herefordshire-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/five-of-the-best-hidden-burger-joints-you-have-to-try-in-herefordshire-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why are local election turnouts so low?]]></title><description><![CDATA[We talked to voters in Redditch ahead of the local elections]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/why-are-local-election-turnouts-so-low/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/why-are-local-election-turnouts-so-low/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prince William on the hunt for new tenant at 900-acre Herefordshire farm - Ledbury Reporter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prince William on the hunt for new tenant at 900-acre Herefordshire farm&nbsp;&nbsp;Ledbury Reporter]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/prince-william-on-the-hunt-for-new-tenant-at-900-acre-herefordshire-farm-ledbury-reporter/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/prince-william-on-the-hunt-for-new-tenant-at-900-acre-herefordshire-farm-ledbury-reporter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK's biggest ever environmental pollution claim reaches High Court]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the UK's largest chicken producers and a water company accused of polluting three rivers including the River Wye]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/uks-biggest-ever-environmental-pollution-claim-reaches-high-court/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 01:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/uks-biggest-ever-environmental-pollution-claim-reaches-high-court/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcestershire beat Kent by an innings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tom Taylor stars with five wickets as Worcestershire beat Kent by an innings and two runs at New Road.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcestershire-beat-kent-by-an-innings/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 17:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/worcestershire-beat-kent-by-an-innings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three injured after fire engine and car crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man in his 30s is arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by careless driving.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/three-injured-after-fire-engine-and-car-crash/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/three-injured-after-fire-engine-and-car-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We're living in a shed because of river pollution']]></title><description><![CDATA[Jane and Tony Coyle spent seven years waiting for planning permission due to River Lugg pollution.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/were-living-in-a-shed-because-of-river-pollution/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 08:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/were-living-in-a-shed-because-of-river-pollution/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fundraiser bids to run 350 miles across Ireland]]></title><description><![CDATA[Runner Samuel Attwell is aiming to run from the northernmost tip of Ireland to the southernmost next month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fundraiser-bids-to-run-350-miles-across-ireland/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 08:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/fundraiser-bids-to-run-350-miles-across-ireland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Resting dogs, squirrels, and beautiful flowers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these delightful photos of the West Midlands we have been sent this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-resting-dogs-squirrels-and-beautiful-flowers/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 08:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-resting-dogs-squirrels-and-beautiful-flowers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[REVIEW - What does Herefordshire taste of ? Well it is a spicy little number - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[REVIEW - What does Herefordshire taste of ? Well it is a spicy little number&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/review-what-does-herefordshire-taste-of-well-it-is-a-spicy-little-number-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 06:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/review-what-does-herefordshire-taste-of-well-it-is-a-spicy-little-number-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Church transforms into new music venue]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Church Venue opens on Saturday and has free live music until midnight.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/church-transforms-into-new-music-venue/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 08:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/church-transforms-into-new-music-venue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Memories of county flying school over the years - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Memories of county flying school over the years&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/memories-of-county-flying-school-over-the-years-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 06:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/memories-of-county-flying-school-over-the-years-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nine marvellous homes on the market — from Herefordshire to California - The Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nine marvellous homes on the market &mdash; from Herefordshire to California&nbsp;&nbsp;The Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/nine-marvellous-homes-on-the-market-from-herefordshire-to-california-the-times/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/nine-marvellous-homes-on-the-market-from-herefordshire-to-california-the-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crawley's struggles continue as Worcs dominate Kent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire end day one just 102 runs behind Kent's first innings score of 196 with nine wickets remaining.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/crawleys-struggles-continue-as-worcs-dominate-kent/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 20:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/crawleys-struggles-continue-as-worcs-dominate-kent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Recap- plume of smoke seen rising above market town - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recap- plume of smoke seen rising above market town&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/recap-plume-of-smoke-seen-rising-above-market-town-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 20:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/recap-plume-of-smoke-seen-rising-above-market-town-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five of the best Herefordshire pubs with beer gardens to visit this summer - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five of the best Herefordshire pubs with beer gardens to visit this summer&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/five-of-the-best-herefordshire-pubs-with-beer-gardens-to-visit-this-summer-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/five-of-the-best-herefordshire-pubs-with-beer-gardens-to-visit-this-summer-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Owners who dumped 90 rabbits in woods banned]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some of the animals had suffered injuries from infighting, the RSPCA says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/owners-who-dumped-90-rabbits-in-woods-banned/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/owners-who-dumped-90-rabbits-in-woods-banned/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Live updates- plume of smoke seen rising above market town - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live updates- plume of smoke seen rising above market town&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/live-updates-plume-of-smoke-seen-rising-above-market-town-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/live-updates-plume-of-smoke-seen-rising-above-market-town-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prince William on the hunt for new tenant at 900-acre Herefordshire farm - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prince William on the hunt for new tenant at 900-acre Herefordshire farm&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/prince-william-on-the-hunt-for-new-tenant-at-900-acre-herefordshire-farm-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/prince-william-on-the-hunt-for-new-tenant-at-900-acre-herefordshire-farm-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Libraries hosting free play sessions with toys, games, crafts and stories - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Libraries hosting free play sessions with toys, games, crafts and stories&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/libraries-hosting-free-play-sessions-with-toys-games-crafts-and-stories-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/libraries-hosting-free-play-sessions-with-toys-games-crafts-and-stories-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exhausts family firm 'may shut over steel imports']]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester's A44 Exhausts fears the future when the government hikes tax on steel imports, in July.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/exhausts-family-firm-may-shut-over-steel-imports/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/exhausts-family-firm-may-shut-over-steel-imports/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walk This May: Get moving and join the challenge next week - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Walk This May: Get moving and join the challenge next week&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/walk-this-may-get-moving-and-join-the-challenge-next-week-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/walk-this-may-get-moving-and-join-the-challenge-next-week-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CRICKET | Herefordshire name five new faces in squad for 50-over clash with Devon on Sunday - Your Herefordshire]]></title><description><![CDATA[CRICKET | Herefordshire name five new faces in squad for 50-over clash with Devon on Sunday&nbsp;&nbsp;Your Herefordshire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cricket-herefordshire-name-five-new-faces-in-squad-for-50-over-clash-with-devon-on-sunday-your-herefordshire/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cricket-herefordshire-name-five-new-faces-in-squad-for-50-over-clash-with-devon-on-sunday-your-herefordshire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Increased police presence in two rural spots in Herefordshire - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Increased police presence in two rural spots in Herefordshire&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/increased-police-presence-in-two-rural-spots-in-herefordshire-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/increased-police-presence-in-two-rural-spots-in-herefordshire-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coach staff need 'immediate attitude change']]></title><description><![CDATA[An independent consultant says it's "clear something has gone wrong" with the Hereford company.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/coach-staff-need-immediate-attitude-change/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/coach-staff-need-immediate-attitude-change/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walls knocked down to create giant padel club]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three units are being made into one big indoor padel club in Redditch, staff say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/walls-knocked-down-to-create-giant-padel-club/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/walls-knocked-down-to-create-giant-padel-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Duke of Gloucester opens medical training centre]]></title><description><![CDATA[The University of Worcester facility will be used to train future nurses, doctors and paramedics.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/duke-of-gloucester-opens-medical-training-centre/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/duke-of-gloucester-opens-medical-training-centre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Playing Jenny Lind is an honour, says actor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Penny Ashmore is playing the Swedish Nightingale in a new major production of Barnum.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/playing-jenny-lind-is-an-honour-says-actor/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/playing-jenny-lind-is-an-honour-says-actor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bailiff referrals for unpaid parking fines in county more than double - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bailiff referrals for unpaid parking fines in county more than double&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bailiff-referrals-for-unpaid-parking-fines-in-county-more-than-double-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bailiff-referrals-for-unpaid-parking-fines-in-county-more-than-double-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: How did two fake skeletons land this man in trouble?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With other stories ranging from treasure finds to comedy japes, can you score 100% in the news quiz?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-how-did-two-fake-skeletons-land-this-man-in-trouble/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-how-did-two-fake-skeletons-land-this-man-in-trouble/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red-listed yellowhammer spotted in Herefordshire - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Red-listed yellowhammer spotted in Herefordshire&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/red-listed-yellowhammer-spotted-in-herefordshire-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/red-listed-yellowhammer-spotted-in-herefordshire-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walk This May: Get moving and join the challenge next week - Bromsgroveadvertiser.co.uk]]></title><description><![CDATA[Walk This May: Get moving and join the challenge next week&nbsp;&nbsp;Bromsgroveadvertiser.co.uk]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/walk-this-may-get-moving-and-join-the-challenge-next-week-bromsgroveadvertisercouk/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/walk-this-may-get-moving-and-join-the-challenge-next-week-bromsgroveadvertisercouk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire farm plans to build one-acre poultry shed - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire farm plans to build one-acre poultry shed&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-farm-plans-to-build-one-acre-poultry-shed-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-farm-plans-to-build-one-acre-poultry-shed-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five of the best Herefordshire pubs for food according to TripAdvisor - Ledbury Reporter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five of the best Herefordshire pubs for food according to TripAdvisor&nbsp;&nbsp;Ledbury Reporter]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/five-of-the-best-herefordshire-pubs-for-food-according-to-tripadvisor-ledbury-reporter/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/five-of-the-best-herefordshire-pubs-for-food-according-to-tripadvisor-ledbury-reporter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Dog walk turned me in to TikTok star']]></title><description><![CDATA[The hilarious Pottz has raced to over 100,000 followers with his retail-themed skits.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/dog-walk-turned-me-in-to-tiktok-star/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/dog-walk-turned-me-in-to-tiktok-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stunning buzzard captured mid‑flight in Herefordshire - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stunning buzzard captured mid&#8209;flight in Herefordshire&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/stunning-buzzard-captured-midflight-in-herefordshire-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/stunning-buzzard-captured-midflight-in-herefordshire-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire spa named among UK's best holiday stays - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire spa named among UK's best holiday stays&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-spa-named-among-uks-best-holiday-stays-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-spa-named-among-uks-best-holiday-stays-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VAT changes blamed as private school to close]]></title><description><![CDATA[Malvern St James is set to shut this summer and a spokesman blames rising costs and the VAT change.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/vat-changes-blamed-as-private-school-to-close/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/vat-changes-blamed-as-private-school-to-close/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[British Asparagus Festival begins in village]]></title><description><![CDATA[A launch event in Bretforton includes Morris dancers and asparagus being driven off in classic cars.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/british-asparagus-festival-begins-in-village/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/british-asparagus-festival-begins-in-village/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Captivating' Edwardian home on the market for &pound;1.2 million - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA['Captivating' Edwardian home on the market for &pound;1.2 million&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/captivating-edwardian-home-on-the-market-for-pound12-million-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/captivating-edwardian-home-on-the-market-for-pound12-million-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Herefordshire weather compares with April 2025 heatwave - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[How Herefordshire weather compares with April 2025 heatwave&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-herefordshire-weather-compares-with-april-2025-heatwave-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-herefordshire-weather-compares-with-april-2025-heatwave-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New free parking scheme coming to county tomorrow - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[New free parking scheme coming to county tomorrow&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-free-parking-scheme-coming-to-county-tomorrow-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-free-parking-scheme-coming-to-county-tomorrow-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Why I bought a church and made it a music venue']]></title><description><![CDATA[A building dating back to the 1700s is swapping hymns for headliners.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/why-i-bought-a-church-and-made-it-a-music-venue/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/why-i-bought-a-church-and-made-it-a-music-venue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Complaints rise over councillors' social media use]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire County Council advises members to "display the highest standard of conduct".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/complaints-rise-over-councillors-social-media-use/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/complaints-rise-over-councillors-social-media-use/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The joy of Evesham's asparagus]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hundreds came out to celebrate the first spears of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-joy-of-eveshams-asparagus/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-joy-of-eveshams-asparagus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mum and daughter stranded in Montenegro hospital]]></title><description><![CDATA[Helen and Nell Barrett were hit by a car on the first day of their holiday, elder sister Ella says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mum-and-daughter-stranded-in-montenegro-hospital/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mum-and-daughter-stranded-in-montenegro-hospital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senior Lucy Letby hospital boss arrested]]></title><description><![CDATA[The arrest was made as part of a wider investigation into leadership at the Countess of Chester Hospital.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/senior-lucy-letby-hospital-boss-arrested/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/senior-lucy-letby-hospital-boss-arrested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Six jailed for involvement in cocaine supply group]]></title><description><![CDATA[The supply network involved people from Warwickshire, Birmingham, Worcestershire, and Wolverhampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/six-jailed-for-involvement-in-cocaine-supply-group/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/six-jailed-for-involvement-in-cocaine-supply-group/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who is on Herefordshire's 'explosives register'? Full list revealed - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Who is on Herefordshire's 'explosives register'? Full list revealed&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/who-is-on-herefordshires-explosives-register-full-list-revealed-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/who-is-on-herefordshires-explosives-register-full-list-revealed-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five of the best Herefordshire pubs for food according to TripAdvisor - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five of the best Herefordshire pubs for food according to TripAdvisor&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/five-of-the-best-herefordshire-pubs-for-food-according-to-tripadvisor-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/five-of-the-best-herefordshire-pubs-for-food-according-to-tripadvisor-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parking changes 'must not harm city economy']]></title><description><![CDATA[Price rises for drivers must be considered extremely carefully, a body representing businesses warns.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/parking-changes-must-not-harm-city-economy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/parking-changes-must-not-harm-city-economy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How litter became a Redditch election issue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Traffic wardens will be given powers to fine drivers &pound;250 for littering.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-litter-became-a-redditch-election-issue/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-litter-became-a-redditch-election-issue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wins for local firms among new Herefordshire highways contracts - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wins for local firms among new Herefordshire highways contracts&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/wins-for-local-firms-among-new-herefordshire-highways-contracts-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 06:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/wins-for-local-firms-among-new-herefordshire-highways-contracts-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former councillor awarded medal by royal representative for work - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former councillor awarded medal by royal representative for work&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/former-councillor-awarded-medal-by-royal-representative-for-work-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 06:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/former-councillor-awarded-medal-by-royal-representative-for-work-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drivers slam calls to reduce national speed limit to 30mph - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drivers slam calls to reduce national speed limit to 30mph&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/drivers-slam-calls-to-reduce-national-speed-limit-to-30mph-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 06:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/drivers-slam-calls-to-reduce-national-speed-limit-to-30mph-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Concerns raised over parking charge changes - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Concerns raised over parking charge changes&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/concerns-raised-over-parking-charge-changes-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 06:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/concerns-raised-over-parking-charge-changes-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Apple blossom festival to feature orchard tours and cider tasting - Ledbury Reporter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Apple blossom festival to feature orchard tours and cider tasting&nbsp;&nbsp;Ledbury Reporter]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/apple-blossom-festival-to-feature-orchard-tours-and-cider-tasting-ledbury-reporter/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/apple-blossom-festival-to-feature-orchard-tours-and-cider-tasting-ledbury-reporter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man charged with attempted murder after PC stabbed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Soul Henry is due to appear at court accused of attacking the officer in Worcestershire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-charged-with-attempted-murder-after-pc-stabbed/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-charged-with-attempted-murder-after-pc-stabbed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Racecourse fixtures moved after winter flooding]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Worcester track needs more preparation time, the British Horseracing Authority says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/racecourse-fixtures-moved-after-winter-flooding/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/racecourse-fixtures-moved-after-winter-flooding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Springtime event celebrating apples, orchards and cider returning May bank holiday - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Springtime event celebrating apples, orchards and cider returning May bank holiday&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/springtime-event-celebrating-apples-orchards-and-cider-returning-may-bank-holiday-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/springtime-event-celebrating-apples-orchards-and-cider-returning-may-bank-holiday-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boy, 16, sentenced for raping teenage girl]]></title><description><![CDATA[He is sentenced to five years and three months at Worcester Crown Court.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/boy-16-sentenced-for-raping-teenage-girl/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/boy-16-sentenced-for-raping-teenage-girl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hunt for Herefordshire man who failed to appear in court launched - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hunt for Herefordshire man who failed to appear in court launched&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/hunt-for-herefordshire-man-who-failed-to-appear-in-court-launched-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/hunt-for-herefordshire-man-who-failed-to-appear-in-court-launched-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rock band Traffic co-founder Dave Mason dies at 79]]></title><description><![CDATA[He rose to fame after starting the British group alongside Steve Winwood, Jim Capaldi and Chris Wood.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rock-band-traffic-co-founder-dave-mason-dies-at-79/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rock-band-traffic-co-founder-dave-mason-dies-at-79/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Worcestershire designer as seen on TV]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kate Hewitt is flexing her creative muscles on BBC One programme Interior Design Masters.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-worcestershire-designer-as-seen-on-tv/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/the-worcestershire-designer-as-seen-on-tv/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire Police and Crime Commissioner meeting - NFUonline]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire Police and Crime Commissioner meeting&nbsp;&nbsp;NFUonline]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-police-and-crime-commissioner-meeting-nfuonline/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-police-and-crime-commissioner-meeting-nfuonline/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police appeal to find man with Gwent links who failed to appear at court - South Wales Argus]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police appeal to find man with Gwent links who failed to appear at court&nbsp;&nbsp;South Wales Argus]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/police-appeal-to-find-man-with-gwent-links-who-failed-to-appear-at-court-south-wales-argus/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/police-appeal-to-find-man-with-gwent-links-who-failed-to-appear-at-court-south-wales-argus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Travelling shoplifter who targeted Herefordshire stores is jailed - westmercia.police.uk]]></title><description><![CDATA[Travelling shoplifter who targeted Herefordshire stores is jailed&nbsp;&nbsp;westmercia.police.uk]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/travelling-shoplifter-who-targeted-herefordshire-stores-is-jailed-westmerciapoliceuk/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/travelling-shoplifter-who-targeted-herefordshire-stores-is-jailed-westmerciapoliceuk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Why I'm running marathon with a fridge on my back']]></title><description><![CDATA[Jordan Adams, from Redditch, is taking on the 26.2miles of the London Marathon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/why-im-running-marathon-with-a-fridge-on-my-back/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/why-im-running-marathon-with-a-fridge-on-my-back/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Second opinion powers coming to county's hospitals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Concerns over patients' health can now be reviewed on request after the death of a teenager.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/second-opinion-powers-coming-to-countys-hospitals/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/second-opinion-powers-coming-to-countys-hospitals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charity offers to boost river conservation funds]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Severn Rivers Trust will match donations made to an appeal to protect the River Teme.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/charity-offers-to-boost-river-conservation-funds/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/charity-offers-to-boost-river-conservation-funds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council responds to waste removal at former traveller site - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Council responds to waste removal at former traveller site&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-responds-to-waste-removal-at-former-traveller-site-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 06:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-responds-to-waste-removal-at-former-traveller-site-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why SFI26 doesn’t stack up for Herefordshire farmer - Farmers Weekly]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why SFI26 doesn&rsquo;t stack up for Herefordshire farmer&nbsp;&nbsp;Farmers Weekly]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/why-sfi26-doesnt-stack-up-for-herefordshire-farmer-farmers-weekly/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 01:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/why-sfi26-doesnt-stack-up-for-herefordshire-farmer-farmers-weekly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Limit set for farm 'after noise concerns' - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Limit set for farm 'after noise concerns'&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/limit-set-for-farm-after-noise-concerns-bbc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/limit-set-for-farm-after-noise-concerns-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hannon-Dalby extends Pears loan to four more games]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire extend the loan deal of Warwickshire seamer Olly Hannon-Dalby for another four County Championship matches.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/hannon-dalby-extends-pears-loan-to-four-more-games/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/hannon-dalby-extends-pears-loan-to-four-more-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National Grid blames school's internal electric equipment for fire - Ledbury Reporter]]></title><description><![CDATA[National Grid blames school's internal electric equipment for fire&nbsp;&nbsp;Ledbury Reporter]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/national-grid-blames-schools-internal-electric-equipment-for-fire-ledbury-reporter/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/national-grid-blames-schools-internal-electric-equipment-for-fire-ledbury-reporter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New senior team coaches announced for Herefordshire Cricket - Yahoo Sports UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[New senior team coaches announced for Herefordshire Cricket&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo Sports UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-senior-team-coaches-announced-for-herefordshire-cricket-yahoo-sports-uk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-senior-team-coaches-announced-for-herefordshire-cricket-yahoo-sports-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Growing anger at 'farmwashing' as campaign steps up - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Growing anger at 'farmwashing' as campaign steps up&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/growing-anger-at-farmwashing-as-campaign-steps-up-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/growing-anger-at-farmwashing-as-campaign-steps-up-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Growing anger at 'farmwashing' as campaign steps up - Ledbury Reporter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Growing anger at 'farmwashing' as campaign steps up&nbsp;&nbsp;Ledbury Reporter]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/growing-anger-at-farmwashing-as-campaign-steps-up-ledbury-reporter/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/growing-anger-at-farmwashing-as-campaign-steps-up-ledbury-reporter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will young people be voting in Redditch's elections?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Redditch is the only part of Worcestershire taking part in next month's local elections.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/will-young-people-be-voting-in-redditchs-elections/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/will-young-people-be-voting-in-redditchs-elections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Oldest WW2 veteran' dies aged 109]]></title><description><![CDATA[Frank Chester is praised by his family following his death nine days after his birthday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/oldest-ww2-veteran-dies-aged-109/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/oldest-ww2-veteran-dies-aged-109/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Military wife takes on huge challenge for Forces lifeline - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Military wife takes on huge challenge for Forces lifeline&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/military-wife-takes-on-huge-challenge-for-forces-lifeline-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/military-wife-takes-on-huge-challenge-for-forces-lifeline-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Female police officer stabbed in neck while on duty]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and remains in custody.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/female-police-officer-stabbed-in-neck-while-on-duty/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 20:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/female-police-officer-stabbed-in-neck-while-on-duty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Forty blank-firing guns handed in during amnesty]]></title><description><![CDATA[They were surrendered across Herefordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire as part of a campaign.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/forty-blank-firing-guns-handed-in-during-amnesty/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/forty-blank-firing-guns-handed-in-during-amnesty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lidl serves up competition to win a trip to Herefordshire farm - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lidl serves up competition to win a trip to Herefordshire farm&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/lidl-serves-up-competition-to-win-a-trip-to-herefordshire-farm-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/lidl-serves-up-competition-to-win-a-trip-to-herefordshire-farm-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire Cricket Junior League gets new sponsor for 2026 youth competitions - Yahoo Sports UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire Cricket Junior League gets new sponsor for 2026 youth competitions&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo Sports UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-cricket-junior-league-gets-new-sponsor-for-2026-youth-competitions-yahoo-sports-uk/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-cricket-junior-league-gets-new-sponsor-for-2026-youth-competitions-yahoo-sports-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[See inside this beautiful home with views towards Pen-y-Fan - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[See inside this beautiful home with views towards Pen-y-Fan&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/see-inside-this-beautiful-home-with-views-towards-pen-y-fan-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/see-inside-this-beautiful-home-with-views-towards-pen-y-fan-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man injured in village post office armed robbery]]></title><description><![CDATA[He is taken to hospital after being threatened with a knife at the Wychbold premises.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-injured-in-village-post-office-armed-robbery/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-injured-in-village-post-office-armed-robbery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Park ceremony for regimental memorial bench]]></title><description><![CDATA[A bench honouring 21 men who died on active service in Malaya in the 1950s is rededicated.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/park-ceremony-for-regimental-memorial-bench/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/park-ceremony-for-regimental-memorial-bench/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five businesses that have opened or will open in county in 2026 - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five businesses that have opened or will open in county in 2026&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/five-businesses-that-have-opened-or-will-open-in-county-in-2026-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/five-businesses-that-have-opened-or-will-open-in-county-in-2026-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NEWS | Herefordshire Council provide update on fire at Ledbury Primary School - Your Herefordshire]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEWS | Herefordshire Council provide update on fire at Ledbury Primary School&nbsp;&nbsp;Your Herefordshire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/news-herefordshire-council-provide-update-on-fire-at-ledbury-primary-school-your-herefordshire/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/news-herefordshire-council-provide-update-on-fire-at-ledbury-primary-school-your-herefordshire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vacuum cleaner company founder to step down as CEO]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nick Grey, from Worcester firm Gtech, says he can focus his time and passion on designing products.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/vacuum-cleaner-company-founder-to-step-down-as-ceo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/vacuum-cleaner-company-founder-to-step-down-as-ceo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National Grid blames school's internal electric equipment for fire - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[National Grid blames school's internal electric equipment for fire&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/national-grid-blames-schools-internal-electric-equipment-for-fire-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/national-grid-blames-schools-internal-electric-equipment-for-fire-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red-listed wading bird spotted twice in Herefordshire in one day - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Red-listed wading bird spotted twice in Herefordshire in one day&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/red-listed-wading-bird-spotted-twice-in-herefordshire-in-one-day-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/red-listed-wading-bird-spotted-twice-in-herefordshire-in-one-day-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NEWS | West Midlands Ambulance Service provide update on collision in Fownhope - Your Herefordshire]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEWS | West Midlands Ambulance Service provide update on collision in Fownhope&nbsp;&nbsp;Your Herefordshire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/news-west-midlands-ambulance-service-provide-update-on-collision-in-fownhope-your-herefordshire/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/news-west-midlands-ambulance-service-provide-update-on-collision-in-fownhope-your-herefordshire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BREAKING NEWS | A Herefordshire primary school is closed until further notice following a fire - Your Herefordshire]]></title><description><![CDATA[BREAKING NEWS | A Herefordshire primary school is closed until further notice following a fire&nbsp;&nbsp;Your Herefordshire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/breaking-news-a-herefordshire-primary-school-is-closed-until-further-notice-following-a-fire-your-herefordshire/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/breaking-news-a-herefordshire-primary-school-is-closed-until-further-notice-following-a-fire-your-herefordshire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire Council unveils ambitious plans - The Ross Gazette]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire Council unveils ambitious plans&nbsp;&nbsp;The Ross Gazette]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-council-unveils-ambitious-plans-the-ross-gazette/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-council-unveils-ambitious-plans-the-ross-gazette/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council speaks out as potholes left unfilled by road repair workers - Ledbury Reporter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Council speaks out as potholes left unfilled by road repair workers&nbsp;&nbsp;Ledbury Reporter]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-speaks-out-as-potholes-left-unfilled-by-road-repair-workers-ledbury-reporter/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-speaks-out-as-potholes-left-unfilled-by-road-repair-workers-ledbury-reporter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Athlete 'proud and nervous' after Down Syndrome World Championships selection]]></title><description><![CDATA[Serena Bennett says she is "proud and a little bit nervous" about the competition in June.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/athlete-proud-and-nervous-after-down-syndrome-world-championships-selection/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/athlete-proud-and-nervous-after-down-syndrome-world-championships-selection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Husband's sepsis death leads woman to run London Marathon in his memory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Laura's son Myles will cheer her on as she runs in memory of Gareth, who died from sepsis aged 39.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/husbands-sepsis-death-leads-woman-to-run-london-marathon-in-his-memory/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/husbands-sepsis-death-leads-woman-to-run-london-marathon-in-his-memory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire woman to run London Marathon in husband's memory - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire woman to run London Marathon in husband's memory&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-woman-to-run-london-marathon-in-husbands-memory-bbc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-woman-to-run-london-marathon-in-husbands-memory-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council speaks out as potholes left unfilled by road repair workers - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Council speaks out as potholes left unfilled by road repair workers&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-speaks-out-as-potholes-left-unfilled-by-road-repair-workers-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/council-speaks-out-as-potholes-left-unfilled-by-road-repair-workers-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plans to build new home in village property's garden - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Plans to build new home in village property's garden&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/plans-to-build-new-home-in-village-propertys-garden-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 06:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/plans-to-build-new-home-in-village-propertys-garden-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drivers warned of multiple Herefordshire road closures - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drivers warned of multiple Herefordshire road closures&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/drivers-warned-of-multiple-herefordshire-road-closures-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 06:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/drivers-warned-of-multiple-herefordshire-road-closures-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Happy Birthday Alice! 106 years young]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hundreds of birthday cars were received in Malvern, including one from The King.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/happy-birthday-alice-106-years-young/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/happy-birthday-alice-106-years-young/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Richards beats strong field to win British title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Matt Richards wins a men's 200m freestyle final containing four Olympic gold medallists on the final day of the Aquatics GB Swimming Championships in London.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/richards-beats-strong-field-to-win-british-title/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 23:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/richards-beats-strong-field-to-win-british-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plan for student flats in former doctor's surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[The building already houses 63 students flats in the space above the old medical centre.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/plan-for-student-flats-in-former-doctors-surgery/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 21:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/plan-for-student-flats-in-former-doctors-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walks return with tales of town's 'big history']]></title><description><![CDATA[Malvern Civic Society begins a new season of walks offering insights into famous places and people.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/walks-return-with-tales-of-towns-big-history/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/walks-return-with-tales-of-towns-big-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inside stunning £2.5m 8-bed country house with 30 acres of land and spa barn - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Inside stunning &pound;2.5m 8-bed country house with 30 acres of land and spa barn&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/inside-stunning-25m-8-bed-country-house-with-30-acres-of-land-and-spa-barn-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/inside-stunning-25m-8-bed-country-house-with-30-acres-of-land-and-spa-barn-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Attraction named one of the UK's best experiences - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Attraction named one of the UK's best experiences&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/attraction-named-one-of-the-uks-best-experiences-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/attraction-named-one-of-the-uks-best-experiences-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[One of UK's smallest birds spotted again in Herefordshire - Ledbury Reporter]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of UK's smallest birds spotted again in Herefordshire&nbsp;&nbsp;Ledbury Reporter]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/one-of-uks-smallest-birds-spotted-again-in-herefordshire-ledbury-reporter/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/one-of-uks-smallest-birds-spotted-again-in-herefordshire-ledbury-reporter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[One of UK's smallest birds spotted again in Herefordshire - Cotswold Journal]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of UK's smallest birds spotted again in Herefordshire&nbsp;&nbsp;Cotswold Journal]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/one-of-uks-smallest-birds-spotted-again-in-herefordshire-cotswold-journal/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/one-of-uks-smallest-birds-spotted-again-in-herefordshire-cotswold-journal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plan for city takeaway revived | News - Hits Radio (Herefordshire and Worcestershire) - Rayo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Plan for city takeaway revived | News - Hits Radio (Herefordshire and Worcestershire)&nbsp;&nbsp;Rayo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/plan-for-city-takeaway-revived-news-hits-radio-herefordshire-and-worcestershire-rayo/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 09:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/plan-for-city-takeaway-revived-news-hits-radio-herefordshire-and-worcestershire-rayo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Festival offers stage time for aspiring comedians]]></title><description><![CDATA[The BBC is working with the event to host two stages for aspiring comedians from the West Midlands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/festival-offers-stage-time-for-aspiring-comedians/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 08:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/festival-offers-stage-time-for-aspiring-comedians/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Rainbows and rays of sunshine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these delightful photos of the West Midlands we have been sent this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-rainbows-and-rays-of-sunshine/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 08:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/your-photos-rainbows-and-rays-of-sunshine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet The Farmer(s) who are helping put Herefordshire crisply on the food map - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meet The Farmer(s) who are helping put Herefordshire crisply on the food map&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/meet-the-farmers-who-are-helping-put-herefordshire-crisply-on-the-food-map-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 06:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/meet-the-farmers-who-are-helping-put-herefordshire-crisply-on-the-food-map-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Landlady buys pub after 14 years of working there - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Landlady buys pub after 14 years of working there&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/landlady-buys-pub-after-14-years-of-working-there-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 06:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/landlady-buys-pub-after-14-years-of-working-there-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Inspirational event' attracts thousands of entries - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA['Inspirational event' attracts thousands of entries&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/inspirational-event-attracts-thousands-of-entries-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 06:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/inspirational-event-attracts-thousands-of-entries-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Farmers making 'difficult' decisions due to war price shocks - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Farmers making 'difficult' decisions due to war price shocks&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/farmers-making-difficult-decisions-due-to-war-price-shocks-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 06:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/farmers-making-difficult-decisions-due-to-war-price-shocks-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[One of UK's smallest birds spotted again in Herefordshire - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of UK's smallest birds spotted again in Herefordshire&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/one-of-uks-smallest-birds-spotted-again-in-herefordshire-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/one-of-uks-smallest-birds-spotted-again-in-herefordshire-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four friendly felines seek new homes at Herefordshire rescue - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four friendly felines seek new homes at Herefordshire rescue&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/four-friendly-felines-seek-new-homes-at-herefordshire-rescue-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 22:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/four-friendly-felines-seek-new-homes-at-herefordshire-rescue-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire's most popular restaurants according to diners - malverngazette.co.uk]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire's most popular restaurants according to diners&nbsp;&nbsp;malverngazette.co.uk]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshires-most-popular-restaurants-according-to-diners-malverngazettecouk/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshires-most-popular-restaurants-according-to-diners-malverngazettecouk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police seize £2.3m of drugs over 12 months]]></title><description><![CDATA[Figures show officers also made 308 arrests and recovered 58 weapons from April 2025 to March 2026.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/police-seize-23m-of-drugs-over-12-months/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 12:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/police-seize-23m-of-drugs-over-12-months/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Markets across Herefordshire take place alongside cattle breeders show and sale - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Markets across Herefordshire take place alongside cattle breeders show and sale&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/markets-across-herefordshire-take-place-alongside-cattle-breeders-show-and-sale-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 09:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/markets-across-herefordshire-take-place-alongside-cattle-breeders-show-and-sale-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Victims of luxury car theft gang 'felt violated']]></title><description><![CDATA[The thieves stole nearly 100 vehicles worth more than &pound;3.4m across 11 counties.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/victims-of-luxury-car-theft-gang-felt-violated/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 08:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/victims-of-luxury-car-theft-gang-felt-violated/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charity reports surge in road injuries to horses]]></title><description><![CDATA[The British Horse Society (BHS) is calling for drivers to take more care when approaching the animals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/charity-reports-surge-in-road-injuries-to-horses/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 08:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/charity-reports-surge-in-road-injuries-to-horses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What's on - events in your town or village in the county - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[What's on - events in your town or village in the county&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/whats-on-events-in-your-town-or-village-in-the-county-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 06:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/whats-on-events-in-your-town-or-village-in-the-county-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire's most popular restaurants according to diners - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire's most popular restaurants according to diners&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshires-most-popular-restaurants-according-to-diners-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 06:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshires-most-popular-restaurants-according-to-diners-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Team behind 17th-century Herefordshire pub celebrate award nomination - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Team behind 17th-century Herefordshire pub celebrate award nomination&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/team-behind-17th-century-herefordshire-pub-celebrate-award-nomination-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/team-behind-17th-century-herefordshire-pub-celebrate-award-nomination-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Landlady buys pub after 14 years of working there - Ledbury Reporter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Landlady buys pub after 14 years of working there&nbsp;&nbsp;Ledbury Reporter]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/landlady-buys-pub-after-14-years-of-working-there-ledbury-reporter/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/landlady-buys-pub-after-14-years-of-working-there-ledbury-reporter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform UK council leader axed by own members]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jo Monk is replaced by Alan Amos after a vote among Reform councillors at the party's AGM.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/reform-uk-council-leader-axed-by-own-members/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 22:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/reform-uk-council-leader-axed-by-own-members/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Six more jailed after £3.4m luxury car theft spree]]></title><description><![CDATA[Det Con Simon Lloyd says the group's motive can only be put down to "pure greed".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/six-more-jailed-after-34m-luxury-car-theft-spree/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 20:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/six-more-jailed-after-34m-luxury-car-theft-spree/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Incredible pictures show star trails over county - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Incredible pictures show star trails over county&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/incredible-pictures-show-star-trails-over-county-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/incredible-pictures-show-star-trails-over-county-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A slice of life in 9th Century Worcestershire]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's thought the Bickmarsh Hoard would have been buried between 871 and 874 AD.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/a-slice-of-life-in-9th-century-worcestershire/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/a-slice-of-life-in-9th-century-worcestershire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weather - what to expect in Herefordshire this weekend - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Weather - what to expect in Herefordshire this weekend&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weather-what-to-expect-in-herefordshire-this-weekend-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weather-what-to-expect-in-herefordshire-this-weekend-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aldi provides over 1,300 meals to struggling families over Easter - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aldi provides over 1,300 meals to struggling families over Easter&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/aldi-provides-over-1300-meals-to-struggling-families-over-easter-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/aldi-provides-over-1300-meals-to-struggling-families-over-easter-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I was followed by a van while running']]></title><description><![CDATA[West Mercia Police has launched a scheme called Jog On to tackle harassment towards women running.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/i-was-followed-by-a-van-while-running/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/i-was-followed-by-a-van-while-running/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big plans for major changes at school revealed - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Big plans for major changes at school revealed&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/big-plans-for-major-changes-at-school-revealed-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/big-plans-for-major-changes-at-school-revealed-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New data maps Herefordshire as an ammonia pollution hotspot from factory farms - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[New data maps Herefordshire as an ammonia pollution hotspot from factory farms&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-data-maps-herefordshire-as-an-ammonia-pollution-hotspot-from-factory-farms-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/new-data-maps-herefordshire-as-an-ammonia-pollution-hotspot-from-factory-farms-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Debenhams hotel transformation given go-ahead]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester City Council's planning committee votes to approve plans for a 83-bed hotel.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/debenhams-hotel-transformation-given-go-ahead/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/debenhams-hotel-transformation-given-go-ahead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[96 of parents offered their first-choice primary school - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[96 of parents offered their first-choice primary school&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/96-of-parents-offered-their-first-choice-primary-school-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/96-of-parents-offered-their-first-choice-primary-school-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Much-loved' church given &pound;17k for urgent repairs]]></title><description><![CDATA[The community has been raising funds for St Nicholas church, which is hundreds of years old.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/much-loved-church-given-pound17k-for-urgent-repairs/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/much-loved-church-given-pound17k-for-urgent-repairs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Racing team returns after devastating fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Power Maxed Racing has completely rebuilt its cars after they were all destroyed in August.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/racing-team-returns-after-devastating-fire/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/racing-team-returns-after-devastating-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire holiday retreat named among best in the United Kingdom - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire holiday retreat named among best in the United Kingdom&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-holiday-retreat-named-among-best-in-the-united-kingdom-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-holiday-retreat-named-among-best-in-the-united-kingdom-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Appeal to support group that gives veterans a lifeline - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Appeal to support group that gives veterans a lifeline&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/appeal-to-support-group-that-gives-veterans-a-lifeline-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/appeal-to-support-group-that-gives-veterans-a-lifeline-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: How did a woman sabotage her own bid at Hollywood stardom?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With other stories ranging from dramatic organs to beloved moggies, can you score 100% in the news quiz?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-how-did-a-woman-sabotage-her-own-bid-at-hollywood-stardom/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/weekly-quiz-how-did-a-woman-sabotage-her-own-bid-at-hollywood-stardom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire plant fair offers unusual finds and expert advice - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire plant fair offers unusual finds and expert advice&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-plant-fair-offers-unusual-finds-and-expert-advice-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 06:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-plant-fair-offers-unusual-finds-and-expert-advice-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Up to £200,000 could be spent on clearing A49 roundabout site - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Up to &pound;200,000 could be spent on clearing A49 roundabout site&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/up-to-200000-could-be-spent-on-clearing-a49-roundabout-site-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 21:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/up-to-200000-could-be-spent-on-clearing-a49-roundabout-site-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NEWS | Herefordshire Council issues an important message to all local residents and businesses - Your Herefordshire]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEWS | Herefordshire Council issues an important message to all local residents and businesses&nbsp;&nbsp;Your Herefordshire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/news-herefordshire-council-issues-an-important-message-to-all-local-residents-and-businesses-your-herefordshire/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/news-herefordshire-council-issues-an-important-message-to-all-local-residents-and-businesses-your-herefordshire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firm fined after man's legs crushed by concrete]]></title><description><![CDATA[The father-of-two's injuries led to his left foot and lower leg being amputated, say prosecutors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/firm-fined-after-mans-legs-crushed-by-concrete/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/firm-fined-after-mans-legs-crushed-by-concrete/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire glamping site named among UK's best spots in national award - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire glamping site named among UK's best spots in national award&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-glamping-site-named-among-uks-best-spots-in-national-award-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-glamping-site-named-among-uks-best-spots-in-national-award-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[8 Herefordshire homes for sale this week - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[8 Herefordshire homes for sale this week&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/8-herefordshire-homes-for-sale-this-week-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/8-herefordshire-homes-for-sale-this-week-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman, 106, gets second card from King]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alice Foulkes marks her 106th birthday at her Malvern care home with a party and hundreds of cards.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/woman-106-gets-second-card-from-king/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/woman-106-gets-second-card-from-king/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man pleads guilty to murder of woman, 61]]></title><description><![CDATA[Julian Thomas is due to be sentenced next month over the death of Ann Marie Green.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-pleads-guilty-to-murder-of-woman-61/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-pleads-guilty-to-murder-of-woman-61/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire teacher appears in Mastermind semi-finals - Ledbury Reporter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire teacher appears in Mastermind semi-finals&nbsp;&nbsp;Ledbury Reporter]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-teacher-appears-in-mastermind-semi-finals-ledbury-reporter/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-teacher-appears-in-mastermind-semi-finals-ledbury-reporter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NHS boss hails 'progress' on ambulance A&amp;E delays]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust says February saw improvement after problems in January.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/nhs-boss-hails-progress-on-ambulance-aampe-delays/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/nhs-boss-hails-progress-on-ambulance-aampe-delays/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man pleads guilty to murder of Herefordshire woman - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Man pleads guilty to murder of Herefordshire woman&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-pleads-guilty-to-murder-of-herefordshire-woman-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/man-pleads-guilty-to-murder-of-herefordshire-woman-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire teacher appears in Mastermind semi-finals - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire teacher appears in Mastermind semi-finals&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-teacher-appears-in-mastermind-semi-finals-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-teacher-appears-in-mastermind-semi-finals-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Very rare' coin hoard reveals Anglo Saxon life]]></title><description><![CDATA[A total of 63 coins are believed to have been hidden "at a time of trouble" in the 9th Century.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/very-rare-coin-hoard-reveals-anglo-saxon-life/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/very-rare-coin-hoard-reveals-anglo-saxon-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herefordshire Council to spend £37m on tackling potholes - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herefordshire Council to spend &pound;37m on tackling potholes&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-council-to-spend-37m-on-tackling-potholes-bbc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/herefordshire-council-to-spend-37m-on-tackling-potholes-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why are the 2026 local elections so significant in the West Midlands?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Political editor Elizabeth Glinka explains the significance of the 14 elections across the region.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/why-are-the-2026-local-elections-so-significant-in-the-west-midlands/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/why-are-the-2026-local-elections-so-significant-in-the-west-midlands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mum scared to drive after hitting 'unavoidable' pothole on busy route - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mum scared to drive after hitting 'unavoidable' pothole on busy route&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mum-scared-to-drive-after-hitting-unavoidable-pothole-on-busy-route-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/mum-scared-to-drive-after-hitting-unavoidable-pothole-on-busy-route-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eight Herefordshire homes for sale right now - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eight Herefordshire homes for sale right now&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/eight-herefordshire-homes-for-sale-right-now-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 19:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/eight-herefordshire-homes-for-sale-right-now-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[County replacements rule could be changed in May]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rules allowing replacement players in the County Championship could be changed at the end of the first block of fixtures.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/county-replacements-rule-could-be-changed-in-may/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/county-replacements-rule-could-be-changed-in-may/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tributes paid to volunteer who served community for decades - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tributes paid to volunteer who served community for decades&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/tributes-paid-to-volunteer-who-served-community-for-decades-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/tributes-paid-to-volunteer-who-served-community-for-decades-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Possible new Fred West grave sites identified in Herefordshire fields - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Possible new Fred West grave sites identified in Herefordshire fields&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/possible-new-fred-west-grave-sites-identified-in-herefordshire-fields-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/possible-new-fred-west-grave-sites-identified-in-herefordshire-fields-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Football legend Harry Redknapp to bring stories and laughs to Hereford - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Football legend Harry Redknapp to bring stories and laughs to Hereford&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/football-legend-harry-redknapp-to-bring-stories-and-laughs-to-hereford-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/football-legend-harry-redknapp-to-bring-stories-and-laughs-to-hereford-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NEWS | Lidl is offering primary schools in Herefordshire the opportunity to win an exclusive trip to a local food supplier - Your Herefordshire]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEWS | Lidl is offering primary schools in Herefordshire the opportunity to win an exclusive trip to a local food supplier&nbsp;&nbsp;Your Herefordshire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/news-lidl-is-offering-primary-schools-in-herefordshire-the-opportunity-to-win-an-exclusive-trip-to-a-local-food-supplier-your-herefordshire/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/news-lidl-is-offering-primary-schools-in-herefordshire-the-opportunity-to-win-an-exclusive-trip-to-a-local-food-supplier-your-herefordshire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Projects in Herefordshire funded to keep children safe - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Projects in Herefordshire funded to keep children safe&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/projects-in-herefordshire-funded-to-keep-children-safe-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/projects-in-herefordshire-funded-to-keep-children-safe-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Historic village with 12th century castle named 'poshest' place to live in county - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Historic village with 12th century castle named 'poshest' place to live in county&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/historic-village-with-12th-century-castle-named-poshest-place-to-live-in-county-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/historic-village-with-12th-century-castle-named-poshest-place-to-live-in-county-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Converted barn in highly sought-after spot on market for £565,000 - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Converted barn in highly sought-after spot on market for &pound;565,000&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/converted-barn-in-highly-sought-after-spot-on-market-for-565000-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/converted-barn-in-highly-sought-after-spot-on-market-for-565000-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Everything you need to know about village with holiday home named among UK's best - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Everything you need to know about village with holiday home named among UK's best&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/everything-you-need-to-know-about-village-with-holiday-home-named-among-uks-best-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/everything-you-need-to-know-about-village-with-holiday-home-named-among-uks-best-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How much is council tax and what does it pay for?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Council tax bills will go up across England, Wales and Scotland from 1 April 2026.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-much-is-council-tax-and-what-does-it-pay-for/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/how-much-is-council-tax-and-what-does-it-pay-for/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[26.2 miles wearing full graduation dress]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris, who works at the University of Worcester, will aim to break a record.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/262-miles-wearing-full-graduation-dress/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/262-miles-wearing-full-graduation-dress/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NTS acquires Herefordshire site &amp; gains green light for new Somerset forecourt - Forecourt Trader]]></title><description><![CDATA[NTS acquires Herefordshire site &amp; gains green light for new Somerset forecourt&nbsp;&nbsp;Forecourt Trader]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/nts-acquires-herefordshire-site-amp-gains-green-light-for-new-somerset-forecourt-forecourt-trader/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/nts-acquires-herefordshire-site-amp-gains-green-light-for-new-somerset-forecourt-forecourt-trader/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England's newest Red Rose: Made in Worcester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Haineala Lutui made her debut in front of 77,000 people at Twickenham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/englands-newest-red-rose-made-in-worcester/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/englands-newest-red-rose-made-in-worcester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daughter's England rugby debut 'pretty special']]></title><description><![CDATA[Di Lutui says the 19-year-old's first England cap was an "incredibly proud" moment for her family.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/daughters-england-rugby-debut-pretty-special/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/daughters-england-rugby-debut-pretty-special/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hunt launched for wanted man believed to be in Hereford - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hunt launched for wanted man believed to be in Hereford&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/hunt-launched-for-wanted-man-believed-to-be-in-hereford-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/hunt-launched-for-wanted-man-believed-to-be-in-hereford-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gremlin the horse rescued from sticky situation in birthday drama - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gremlin the horse rescued from sticky situation in birthday drama&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/gremlin-the-horse-rescued-from-sticky-situation-in-birthday-drama-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/gremlin-the-horse-rescued-from-sticky-situation-in-birthday-drama-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CCTV image released of missing man seen five days ago - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[CCTV image released of missing man seen five days ago&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cctv-image-released-of-missing-man-seen-five-days-ago-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/cctv-image-released-of-missing-man-seen-five-days-ago-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain-hit weekend sees mixed fortunes for Herefordshire cricket teams - Yahoo Sports UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rain-hit weekend sees mixed fortunes for Herefordshire cricket teams&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo Sports UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rain-hit-weekend-sees-mixed-fortunes-for-herefordshire-cricket-teams-yahoo-sports-uk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rain-hit-weekend-sees-mixed-fortunes-for-herefordshire-cricket-teams-yahoo-sports-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monty Don's idyllic life in Herefordshire village where houses sell for &pound;680k - The Mirror]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monty Don's idyllic life in Herefordshire village where houses sell for &pound;680k&nbsp;&nbsp;The Mirror]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/monty-dons-idyllic-life-in-herefordshire-village-where-houses-sell-for-pound680k-the-mirror/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/monty-dons-idyllic-life-in-herefordshire-village-where-houses-sell-for-pound680k-the-mirror/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[County's best and worst train stations revealed - Ledbury Reporter]]></title><description><![CDATA[County's best and worst train stations revealed&nbsp;&nbsp;Ledbury Reporter]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/countys-best-and-worst-train-stations-revealed-ledbury-reporter/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/countys-best-and-worst-train-stations-revealed-ledbury-reporter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Severn Trent pays £4.6m in record pollution levies]]></title><description><![CDATA[The company paid the highest total to the Environment Agency for pollution and poor performance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/severn-trent-pays-46m-in-record-pollution-levies/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/severn-trent-pays-46m-in-record-pollution-levies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Openreach Take on UK Project Gigabit Broadband Contract for West Herefordshire - ISPreview UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Openreach Take on UK Project Gigabit Broadband Contract for West Herefordshire&nbsp;&nbsp;ISPreview UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/openreach-take-on-uk-project-gigabit-broadband-contract-for-west-herefordshire-ispreview-uk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/openreach-take-on-uk-project-gigabit-broadband-contract-for-west-herefordshire-ispreview-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Concern over homeless tents at beauty spot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tents have appeared at woodlands in Droitwich alongside piles of rubbish, locals say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/concern-over-homeless-tents-at-beauty-spot/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/concern-over-homeless-tents-at-beauty-spot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bravery award for NHS worker after M6 crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Amanda Field gave urgent first aid after seeing two people thrown from a motorbike, the NHS says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bravery-award-for-nhs-worker-after-m6-crash/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bravery-award-for-nhs-worker-after-m6-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[County's best and worst train stations revealed - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[County's best and worst train stations revealed&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/countys-best-and-worst-train-stations-revealed-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 06:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/countys-best-and-worst-train-stations-revealed-the-hereford-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why is Bromyard's fuel amongst country's cheapest?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Herefordshire garage explains how its petrol and diesel has been ranked second cheapest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/why-is-bromyards-fuel-amongst-countrys-cheapest/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 21:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/why-is-bromyards-fuel-amongst-countrys-cheapest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Father delivers mental health petition to No 10]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rob Collins, helped by wife Lisa and son Drew, finished the 100-mile walk in memory of son Mitch.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/father-delivers-mental-health-petition-to-no-10/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/father-delivers-mental-health-petition-to-no-10/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bromsgrove comedian's journey of a lifetime]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hasan Al-Habib joins celebrities in TV show Pilgrimage, sharing faith and beliefs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bromsgrove-comedians-journey-of-a-lifetime/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/bromsgrove-comedians-journey-of-a-lifetime/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Debenhams hotel revamp recommended for approval]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former department store will be turned into a 63-bed hotel, under the plans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/debenhams-hotel-revamp-recommended-for-approval/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/debenhams-hotel-revamp-recommended-for-approval/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Robert Plant is a celebrity customer']]></title><description><![CDATA[The musical treasure trove in Kidderminster is home to more than 400,000 records.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/robert-plant-is-a-celebrity-customer/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/robert-plant-is-a-celebrity-customer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We know high fuel costs are tough for everyone']]></title><description><![CDATA[Maple Leaf Express in Bromyard is named as being among UK sites with the lowest petrol prices.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/we-know-high-fuel-costs-are-tough-for-everyone/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/we-know-high-fuel-costs-are-tough-for-everyone/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rescue centre forced to stop enquiries for orphaned puppies after calls flood in - The Hereford Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rescue centre forced to stop enquiries for orphaned puppies after calls flood in&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hereford Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rescue-centre-forced-to-stop-enquiries-for-orphaned-puppies-after-calls-flood-in-the-hereford-times/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/herefordshire/rescue-centre-forced-to-stop-enquiries-for-orphaned-puppies-after-calls-flood-in-the-hereford-times/</guid></item></channel></rss>