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June 2005

“Artist in action”

30 June 2005

Hereford Museum is showing an exhibition of wartime sketches by the Hereford-born artist John Ward CBE to coincide with the celebration of World War II Commemoration Day on Sunday, July 10.

Who says people don't read any more?

04 July 2005

Reading is on the up and up in Herefordshire, especially in reading groups.

Essential repairs in Weobly library delayed by a week

28 June 2005

Bookworms in and around Weobley are being advised that the current temporary closure of the library will continue a week longer than anticipated.

Hereford's Olympic Bid

28 June 2005

Herefordshire could land a lucrative slice of the Olympics if London wins the race to host the 2012 Games.

A Splashing Final At The County's Primary Schools Swimming Gala

28 June 2005

There were splashes of fun at the Hereford Leisure Pool on Saturday, June 18, when records tumbled at Herefordshire Council’s annual Primary Schools Swimming Gala

Smocks, smocking, smocked

27 June 2005

Bright and intricate relics from Herefordshire’s distinguished farming heritage have gone on display as part of a summer exhibition at Hereford Museum & Art Gallery.

National Carnegie judge inspires Herefordshire's High Schools

27 June 2005

A Herefordshire Council employee, selected to be a national judge on the Carnegie Medal panel, has inspired the County’s pupils to exercise their literary critique skills.

Traders Have Their Say On Widemarsh Street Trial

27 June 2005

The trial pedestrianisation of Widemarsh Street came under the spotlight at a special meeting arranged to collect the views of city centre retailers and representatives from Hereford Cathedral.

New Government Funding

27 June 2005

Families across Herefordshire are set to benefit from a £3.6 million cash injection to boost children’s services across the county.

Museum Mystery Object To Be On TV

27 June 2005

A Roman object from Hereford Museum is soon to be shown on television as one of Roman Britain’s most exciting finds.

Herefordshire Archaeology - Coming To A Screen Near You

27 June 2005

A quiet corner of Herefordshire is set to give up its secrets of the past live on television next week.

Herefordshire Conversation

24 June 2005

Organisers have hailed a public consultation a big success after more than 120 people turned out in force to map out their vision for the future development of Herefordshire.

Further Environmental Funding Secured For Local Businesses

24 June 2005

On Tuesday this week, June 21, the new funded “Bridge-it” environmental business support programme was launched in Herefordshire with a number of prominent local businesses attending a free “taster” session on waste minimisation run by Groundwork West Midlands in partnership with Herefordshire Council.

Herefordshire Council keeps faith transport

23 June 2005

Hundreds of children attending faith schools across Herefordshire will continue to benefit from a bus service.

Herefordshire Council wins legal battle

23 June 2005

Herefordshire Council has won its legal case against a fruit growing company after a High Court judge ruled that S&A Property Ltd did breach a court injunction over the use of its strawberry farm near Leominster.

European market returns

20 June 2005

The successful European Market is set to return to Hereford, Thursday, June 30 – Saturday, July 2.

Herefordshire Council Set To Continue Faith Transport

17 June 2005

Hundreds of children attending faith schools across Herefordshire are set to benefit from a continued bus service.

Council Chairman Pays Tribute To Percy Arrowsmith

17 June 2005

The Chairman of Herefordshire Council, Cllr John Edwards, has written to Flo Arrowsmith offering the authority’s condolences on the death of her husband, Percy, who died at the age of 105 earlier this week.

Splashing out at the County's primary schools swimming gala

16 June 2005

There will be splashes of fun at the Hereford Leisure Pool when Herefordshire Council’s annual Primary Schools Swimming Gala final gets underway on Saturday, June 18.

Herefordshire Secures £418,000 For New Training

14 June 2005

Adults with few qualifications are set to share in a £418,000 jackpot after Herefordshire Council helped secure extra funds to run a series of new courses across Hereford.

High Court Reserves Judgement On Brierley Court

14 June 2005

The High Court has reserved judgement on an application by Herefordshire Council to imprison the director of a fruit growing company over the use of its strawberry farm near Leominster.

Temporary Speed Limits On County Roads

13 June 2005

Resurfacing work to improve the safety of two accident black spots in Herefordshire has started.

Children's Car Seat Session

13 June 2005

It’s essential that children’s car seats are fitted correctly to ensure the safety of children using them.

Residents Set To Cash In On Credit Union Expansion

08 June 2005

Herefordshire residents are set to cash in on special low interest loans after plans to expand the county’s Credit Union were unveiled.

Herefordshire Council Steps In To Save Bus Route

08 June 2005

Herefordshire Council has stepped in and saved a crucial bus route from reaching the end of the road.

New Cycleway Links Hereford To National Route

08 June 2005

Hundreds of youngsters will be able to bike or walk to school in safety thanks to the opening of a new footpath and cycleway in Hereford which connects the City to the national network.

Herefordshire Fairtrade Boost

08 June 2005

Herefordshire’s bid to become a Fairtrade County received a further boost after three market towns added their support to the campaign.

‘HOT & STICKY’ - forecast by Claude the Chewing Gum Cheetah!

08 June 2005

Cheetahs are renowned for their ability to run fast – that is unless they are hampered by ground covered in thrown away chewing gum.

Bromyard Heritage Centre Looks To The Future

02 June 2005

A tourist attraction in Bromyard which recognises Herefordshire’s historical connection to hops will open its doors to the public five days a week thanks to a new £20,000-plus grant.

Walking Festival Launch

01 June 2005

The flowers are in bloom, the sun is shining and it’s time to get those walking boots out again in preparation for the annual Herefordshire Walking Festival.

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