Wednesday, 10th March 2010

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Have you seen Ros?

Police  have renewed their appeal for information on a Hereford woman who will have been missing for a month this Friday.

Ellie’s CD flies off store’s shelves

Herefordshire’s homegrown star Ellie Goulding continues her meteoric rise to fame with the release of her debut full-length album Lights this week, at the same time her single Starry Eyed raced into the charts at number four.

MP make whistle-stop visit

Reduced power costs for homeowners could result from Herefordshire’s agri-industry taking charge of its own destiny, according to visiting MP Nick Hurd.

Donations pour in to help Dave

Donations and pledges of help have been pouring in for Leominster town crier Dave Taylor following a public outcry after he was turned down for funding for life-prolonging treatment to help him battle against cancer.

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Paedophile convicted of child abuse

A sexual abuser with a cruel streak has been convicted in his absence after a court was told of the campaign he waged against a schoolgirl.

Mystery shoppers’ stamps of approval

A team of mystery shoppers and town centre assessors has given Leominster the stamp of approval in a survey aimed at improving the town’s overall experience.

Home move plan for lotto winners

A couple from Ross-on-Wye, who struck it lucky with a Lotto win on a night they couldn’t afford to go out, say their big win will help them buy a home together and splash out on a new car.

Churches’ Lent art project

During Lent, artist  Richard Bavin has been installed in seven South Herefordshire parish churches as artist in residence.

Mother’s fears over legal drug

A mother from Hereford says she fears for the safety of her 15-year-old son, who has become hooked on a legal drug known as ‘meow meow.’

Group’s Fairtrade fun

Ross Fairtrade Steering Group has been arranged  a series of events in the town during Fairtrade Fortnight, which lasts until Sunday, March 7.