For the record and having worked on the doors in Commercial Road Hereford for many years and from information I have received today, I can confirm that the doorman that was injured was at Wetherspoons.

A male had been asked to leave earlier. He was outside having a domestic with his misses and he grabbed her around the throat, the doorman stepped in to stop it.

The male grabbed the doorman's radio and smashed it into the doormans face badly injuring him. The male was restrained and then the female kicked off with the doorman. Both were arrested.

I have just read that the former Paperway shop in Widemarsh St could soon become a Shellfish Restaurant & Bar, that's different.

Hereford Times Quote:

 

Applicant Lauren Waring says the venue would help footfall in the 'old' city centre, create jobs for those in the county and fill an empty unit.

 

In a document sent to planners with the application, Miss Waring said the business's ethos would be on "fine and affordable dining".

 

The cafe part of the business would sell the likes of homemade pastries, "high quality breakfasts" plus speciality teas and coffees.

 

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The restaurant would specialise in shell fish with Hereford beef also on offer.

 

Plans have been submitted this week for change of use at 4/5 High Town from retail to coffee shop. Coffee#1 are a national company with over 50 stores nationwide.

Coffee#1 opened its first store on Wood Street Cardiff in 2001. Since then, we’ve spent the last twelve years making a name for ourselves, serving up the finest ethical, gourmet coffee around South Wales, South West and the South Coast.

 

We now have nearly 50 coffee shops sprinkled across Wales, South West and the South Coast. We’ve picked up two BSA awards along the way and won the title ‘Best UK Coffee Chain’ the past five years in a row!

 

In our coffee shops you’ll find beautifully handcrafted coffee made with passion and skill served up in cosy coffee houses with lashings of character and cheer. Our beans are ethical and our milk is sourced from local dairy farms!

 

Pop in for buttery teacakes, a wholesome bowl of porridge or a breakfast bap to accompany your morning coffee; ‘Protect’, ‘boost’ and ‘cleanse’ yourself with our freshly squeezed fruit and vegetable ‘Super Juices’ (a refreshing way to start your day!!) or be tempted by the aroma of a freshly baked pastry.

 

Fancy a spot of lunch? Try out our new fine selection of lunch time goodies, we’ve got something for everyone. For that light bite, we’ve delicious wraps, savoury croissants and sandwiches but if you’ve worked up an appetite our toasted ciabattas and artisan barra gallegas will definitely hit the spot!!

 

We have the most marvellous array of teas and scrumptious cakes not just for afternoon tea but an all day temptation.

Clive Joyce who has been with the HT on and off for quite a few years and rejoined as editor in 2014 is retiring.

The new HT editor is Peter John and will taking up his post on 1st January 2016.

Let us hope he is strong minded and impartial.  Good luck in your new post Mr John and a happy retirement Mr Joyce.

Similar to Dave Greenow's planning experience the brother to Nick Nenadich has had his planning approved by the Planning Committee DESPITE the planning officer's recommendation to refuse.

It always pays to know just the right people doesn't it?

http://councillors.herefordshire.gov.uk/documents/s50029685/152475%20-%20Sutton%20Lakes%20Farm%20Suttton%20lakes%20Hereford.pdf

http://www.herefordtimes.com/news/14144475.Hereford_factory_to_make_all_manufacturing_staff_redundant_on_Christmas_Eve/

Shocking news.  Many years ago Denco made a load of people redundant just on Christmas my redundancy came later.  A load of us went to the Kerry Arms on a Friday lunchtime to drown our sorrows  I think we were supposed to go back but nah we stayed and stayed.  One guy Tony Issom (wonderful man and sadly no longer with us) lived in Peterchurch caught the bus home went to get off the bus caught his foot landed on his back in a ditch and there he stayed until the morning.  Ah the good days. 

Newton Farm Skate Park has provided many years of skating for countless young people over the years. Herefordshire Housing is considering investing in a project to bring the park up to date. I have started a Facebook community page to share news and gather peoples opinions. Please take a few minutes to check the page out ( www.facebook.com/skatenewtonfarm ) and if possible complete the online survey that can be found there. This is a great chance to see something fabulous created in your neighbourhood.

If anyone has photos of the old park being built or any photos of it in use that they would like to share - please feel free to add them.

The page is open to the public so please keep that in mind when selecting the words you post.....

The Glass Tandoori Indian Restaurant

This restaurant offers superb food and service at very reasonable prices.

Police investigating 'threat' to former soldier in Hereford

CLAIMS that a man threatened to cut off the head of a former soldier near to a taxi rank in Hereford are being investigated by police.

The incident is alleged to have happened on Bewell Street at around 2.30pm on November 7.

 

The victim, believed to be a married father-of-three, said: "I had a minor dispute with the man and then some time later he come up to me and said he would slice my head off.

 

“The threat was made in front of another man in broad daylight in Hereford. I have spoken at length to the police and so has the witness.

 

“It was very shocking to me to hear those words, especially with what is going on in the Middle East. I can handle myself but I am concerned about my family.â€

 

In a statement, West Mercia Police confirmed it had received a report of threatening behaviour.

 

"This follows an incident which occurred on Saturday November 7 at approximately 2.30pm on Bewell Street in Hereford when a man approached the victim, a man in his forties, and began to use threatening language towards him," the statement said.

 

"No physical assault took place and both men left the scene.

 

"The investigation is still ongoing and we will continue to work with the victim."

 

I was unaware that there was a taxi rank in Bewell Street! 

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Paradise Balti & Tandoori

Hereford Magistrates Court has upheld Herefordshire Council’s decision to shutdown a food premises in Ledbury.

 

On the evening of 3 December 2015 council officers undertook a routine unannounced inspection of the Paradise Balti & Tandoori on Bye Street in Ledbury. The case officer considered that an infestation of cockroaches there posed an imminent risk to health and, as required under the food hygiene regulations, officers therefore served an emergency prohibition notice on the premises and arranged a hearing at Hereford Magistrates Court. On Monday 7 December the magistrates heard this case and after careful consideration signed a formal closing order to shut down the takeaway with immediate effect with costs of £500 being awarded to Herefordshire Council.

 

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I can find no trace of an inspection on the Food Agency Website but on TripAdvisor the premises has 5 reviews. It has an average mark of 4.5 out of 5 ! 

TripAdvisor

Have you noticed an increase in 'chuggers' spread 3/4 times a week across the city centre - are they locally regulated, do you get p..s.d off by being ambushed every 50m. Do you support the street buskers who do bring a bit of colour and vibrance to the area (deflecting the bomb site eye sore). Lastly should beggers be tolerated if polite and not the usual suspects who ask for a bit of change and then spend it on drink or drugs. Is Hereford any different to other similar size towns/cities...debate and views - politely and not by pointing the usual finger of blame please...

As part of the great family silver sell off/southern link slush fund, it seems that Widemarsh Common is next - public notice in this weeks HT - www.herefordshire.gov.uk/media/3892271/widemarsh_common.pdf

The order is as clear as, which is no doubt is intended, but whatever it is, it does encompass the whole common.

I took some photographs of the floods while I was out and about today, here are a few from the Bishops Meadows 

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Can anyone tell me of any cleanup or conservation voluntary groups around the Asda area.

Information would be appreciated.

Although it is rare on this family friendly forum, may I remind you all of the law as it is stated, regarding online bullying.

The context is guided towards younger people, however the principle is still the same.

Types of cyberbullying

There are many ways of bullying someone online and for some it can take shape in more ways than one. Some of the types of cyber bullying are:

Harassment -

This is the act of sending offensive, rude, and insulting messages and being abusive. Nasty or humiliating comments on posts, photos and in chat rooms. Being explicitly offensive on gaming sites.

Denigration –

This is when someone may send information about another person that is fake, damaging and untrue. Sharing photos of someone for the purpose to ridicule, spreading fake rumours and gossip. This can be on any site online or on apps. We even hear about people altering photos of others and posting in online for the purpose of bullying.

Flaming –

This is when someone is purposely using really extreme and offensive language and getting into online arguments and fights. They do this to cause reactions and enjoy the fact it causes someone to get distressed.

Impersonation –

This is when someone will hack into someone’s email or social networking account and use the person's online identity to send or post vicious or embarrassing material to/about others. The making up of fake profiles on social network sites, apps and online are common place and it can be really difficult to get them closed down.

Outing and Trickery –

This is when someone may share personal information about another or trick someone into revealing secrets and forward it to others. They may also do this with private images and videos too.

Cyber Stalking –

This is the act of repeatedly sending messages that include threats of harm, harassment, intimidating messages, or engaging in other online activities that make a person afraid for his or her safety. The actions may be illegal too depending on what they are doing.

Bullying by spreading rumours and gossip —

The worst thing about social networking sites and messaging apps is that anything nasty posted about you can be seen by lots of people and these posts can go viral very fast and be shared by so many people within minutes in some cases.

From what we have heard from people who have been bullied online, the most vicious gossip and rumours are often spread by people who were once your best friends so it's best to keep secrets and personal information to yourself. Only tell people things if it wouldn't embarrass you if other people found out about them. Posting false and malicious things about people on the internet can be classed as harassment.

Threatening behaviour —

Anyone who makes threats to you on the internet could be committing a criminal offence. It's against the law in the UK to use the phone system, which includes the internet, to cause alarm or distress. It could also be against the 1997 Harassment Act. If threats are made against you then it's essential you confide in your parents, or someone you trust so that they can make a complaint to the police. If you can't print out the threats use the "print screen" button or snipping tool to take a snapshot of the computer screen and then save that somewhere safe. Or if you have a phone or tablet, use the screenshot function and keep these images safe.

BBQ and Brews in Commercial Road is due to close next month.

Here is their statement:

Hereford, it has being emotional! After a year of serving low and slow BBQ in Hereford, it is time for us to say goodbye. We will continue to serve meaty happiness until our doors close at 6pm on Sunday 4th October. A massive thank you has to go to the customers whom have supported in the last year and we hope to see you again before we leave the livestock of Hereford to breathe a sigh of relief. We are still stocked and ready to rock for the Rugby World Cup too so bring your party here.

Do not worry, there will be another great pub coming to shake the Hereford circuit up

 

A builders van was vandalised to gain entry and cleaned out. This happened in broad daylight around 11am a few days ago. The van was parked in Radford gardens near the block of new flats. A HH van was also parked next to it but was untouched. I believe the contents was carpentry related.

If you are offered cheap tools or hear something, please inform @southsidecops

It appears the culprits left in a white transit van that was a little battered, and seen by a few tradesmen around the site.