Sophie Millward

3 weeks ago | bbc.co.uk | Gavin Kermack |Sophie Millward

Image caption, Amber, Reuben and Louis are among the pupils who have contributed to a rap song celebrating the new breakfast clubLittle Dewchurch, in Herefordshire, is one of 750 primary schools across the country taking part in the trial, which sees parents able to access half an hour of free childcare each morning. The pilot will run until July, after which the programme is expected to be rolled out nationally. "I think it's really important to...

4 weeks ago | bbc.com | Sophie Millward

Sophie MillwardBBC Hereford & WorcesterTanya GuptaBBC News, West MidlandsWarning stickers have appeared on dozens of graves at Hereford Cemetery, labelling headstones as "unsafe" and prompting families to foot the bill for repairs. Bereaved families said the memorials appeared sturdy and some had been put in 12 years ago, and should last longer.

4 weeks ago | bbc.com | Sophie Millward

Sophie MillwardBBC Hereford & WorcesterTanya GuptaBBC News, West MidlandsPeople have rallied to clean up a youth football ground in Hereford after an illegal traveller camp left it covered in rubbish. Toros FC said goalposts were broken, sheds damaged and events for children had to be cancelled or moved. Chairman Gareth Cottrell said offers of help and support have poured in from clubs, businesses and local residents.

4 weeks ago | bbc.com | Ben Sidwell |Tanya Gupta |Sophie Millward

Ben SidwellMidlands TodaySophie MillwardBBC Hereford & WorcesterTanya GuptaBBC News, West MidlandsA cheesemaker has warned it may have to stop sales to the US if Donald Trump's export tariffs come in. Croome Cheese in Whittington, Worcestershire, is a family food business that currently exports 37% of its cheeses, with three-quarters of them going to the US.

1 month ago | bbc.com | Sophie Millward

River ferry returns after restorationSophie MillwardBBCThe ferry service can trace its roots back to the 12th Century A river ferry service that dates back almost 1,000 years is set to return to the Severn in Worcester after a six-month restoration project. The latest boat, named Doris, is 71 years old and ferry master Stephen Cope warned last year that the route was under threat as volunteers struggled to maintain her.