Hereford and Worcester News
Keep up to date with the latest news and sports articles for Hereford and Worcester. You will also find links on the left that will direct you to local and national newspaper websites and publications.
Swimmer's family ready to cheer him at Olympics
Matt Richards will be appearing at his second Olympic Games when he competes in Paris this summer.
Trust in police at all time low - councillor
Jabba Riaz says women and girls do not know whether an officer was "friend or foe".
Arrest after woman seriously hurt at music festival
A woman is arrested after a festival-goer suffered a serious head injury at the event, police say.
Girl rings bell for third cancer all-clear
Izzy, from Worcester, has undergone three rounds of treatment since just before her second birthday.
Watchdog warns council over complaint delays
In one case, the council did not provide suitable social care support for two children for 18 months.
NHS staff to get park and ride service
It is part of plans to make it easier for patients, visitors and staff to park at the hospital.
The constant, stressful fight for special needs help
Families complain about long waiting times to access SEND services in Worcestershire.
Speed limit introduced on bypass following crashes
A temporary 50mph limit and a no-overtaking order has been implemented on the Bewdley bypass
Man charged with rape after woman attacked
The woman is being supported by specialist officers after the attack on Sunday, police say.
Worcestershire's Leach to retire at end of season
Former Worcestershire captain Joe Leach is to retire at the end of the season at the age of 33.
Council to review unprofitable activity centres
Astley Burf Outdoor Activity Centre and Sycamore Green Adventure Centre will be investigated.
Martial arts moves helping older people fall safely
The University of Worcester is looking at steps older people can take to reduce the chance of serious falls.
Farm worker's warning after quad bike crashes
Erin Gailey says she wants people to be safer when they work in farming.
Council identifies play areas in need of investment
Several areas will get new or refurbished play areas and other facilities for children.
Man, 91, admits killing woman with careless driving
Peter Burrow, 91, is due to stand trial at Worcester Crown court in June next year.
Worcestershire's Leach to retire at end of season
Former Worcestershire captain Joe Leach is to retire at the end of the season at the age of 33.
Bears, Pears, Foxes, Durham & Derbys win in One-Day Cup
Ed Barnard and Ed Pollock smash big tons as Warwickshire and Worcestershire dominate a run-filled return of the One-Day Cup.
Brown called up as Olympic replacement
The 20-year-old had his sights on the 2028 Games but says he is "grateful" for the opportunity.
Somerset & Northants through to T20 Blast quarters
Northants and Somerset reach the T20 Blast quarters, while Surrey's Sam Curran smashes a maiden century.
ECB announce Tier 2 clubs in next stage of 2025 revamp
The ECB announce 10 Tier 2 clubs that will host women's teams as part of the revamp of women's domestic cricket from 2025.
Community Games: Kayak final
Hear the dramatic final race on the water, at our sporting spectacular.
'Enough is enough' over Droitwich's Raven Hotel
The historic hotel has become an 'ugly eyesore' after years of vandalism.
Mysterious creature spotted on the River Wye
Get the latest on the animal, rumoured to be a turtle, was spotted by a rower!
Derelict pump house turned in to deluxe duplex
As seen on TV: a Kidderminster couple have transformed the site in to a cosy spot for two.
Bromsgrove MND appeal reaches £87,000
A holiday park in Herefordshire has made a difference to a Worcestershire rugby player.
Droitwich's Olympics-mad houses
Discover the Droitwich street that would win a gold medal for its decor!
Damage done to Worcester hospice's penguins
Hear how deliberate damage has been caused to two of the Waddle of Worcester sculptures.
Worcs sign wicketkeeper Johnson
Worcestershire agree a deal to bring Australian wicketkeeper Michael Johnson to New Road for the 2013 season.
Kidderminster sign winger Clancy
Kidderminster sign winger Sean Clancy on non-contract terms after his exit from Blue Square Bet North leaders Chester.
Worcester v London Welsh (Fri)
London Welsh travel to Worcester for Friday's Premiership fixture at Sixways (20:00 GMT)
Bulls must bolster squad - Foyle
Hereford boss Martin Foyle blames the thinness of his squad as the Bulls make a second cup exit at Edgar Street in five days.
Burr blames lack of cutting edge
Kidderminster Harriers boss Steve Burr says their finishing was not good enough in their FA Trophy defeat by Bromley.
Course closures bad news for racing as a whole
Horse racing cannot afford to lose more courses following the closures of Hereford and Folkestone, says Cornelius Lysaght
Racecourse holds final meeting
The final meeting is held at Hereford Racecourse, ending more than 200 years of horse racing in the city.
Perpignan 13-6 Worcester
Wales fly-half James Hook kicks Perpignan to victory over previously-unbeaten Worcester in the Amlin Challenge Cup.
Families pay tribute to four friends killed in crash
Andrei Tudorov, Lyuben Gogov, Narcis Titianu, and Ioan Toma died when their car hit a tree.
The story behind the largest maternity review in the NHS
The review followed hundreds of baby deaths and injuries at Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS Trust.
PC to face criminal investigation over airport kick video
A PC is to be investigated over an alleged assault on a man at Manchester Airport, the police watchdog says.
Dolphin encounter 'like winning jackpot'
Ben Felton and his friend Nick Woods are joined by the small pod of dolphins.
'My body just keeps swelling and swelling'
Chloe Davies has "spontaneous swelling attacks", which can be life-threatening.
Horse killed and mutilated in 'cruel' attack
Nottinghamshire Police is warning horse owners to be vigilant after the "heartless assault".
The club helping people find their voice
Zarifa, from Afghanistan says "my life is different because now I can go to school".
Children who died in fire named as parents pay tribute
Nakash, 13, Aayat, 11, and seven-year-old Muhammad Malik died in the blaze in East Ham on 13 July.
Ex-Strictly dancer shocked at complaints
Chloe Hewitt told BBC Radio Stoke the news felt like it "wasn't real".
'Paul was a friend and colleague - I'm proud to ride for him'
The 17 riders are wearing bracelets to commemorate their former colleagues who died while on duty.
'Making 3,000 toasties at Latitude is my dream job'
The four-day event is Suffolk's biggest music festival and there are plenty of local connections.
Hometown big screen for swimmer's Olympic debut
Bishop's Castle residents will be cheering on homegrown talent in the 100m backstroke.