The Ross Gazette

27/07/2024

With thousands of families heading off on their summer holiday this week road safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist has a selection of tips designed to ensure you and your companions stay safe on the road.

27/07/2024

FOURTEEN-year-old Kai Gilding, of White Lotus Martial Arts in Parkend in the Forest of Dean, has won the World Kickboxing Organisation British Ringsports title in under 87kg category - and now has his eyes set on the World Championships next month.

26/07/2024

GB hockey star Jacob Dr**er says he’s shaken off ‘naivety’ and is doubling down on a podium finish at Paris 2024, reports Sportsbeat's TOM HARLE.

26/07/2024

A CALL for farmers in the Forest to switch from animal- to plant-based farming has been accepted by a majority of Forest councillors.

26/07/2024

ORGANISERS of the Hills Ford Stages rally say they have been overwhelmed by the number of crews signing up since entries opened a fortnight ago, writes Paul Willetts.

26/07/2024

HOME advantage for the first time in five games couldn't help Aston Ingham CC on Sunday, as fellow Gloucestershire outfit Dumbleton ended their National Village Cup dream by 106 runs at the quarter-final stage.

26/07/2024

At the Herefordshire Championship, which was held at Alexander Park this year, SHGC entered two teams. One of the teams, Emma, Jill, Jo and Lynn took third place in a large field. Special congratulations go to Emma Breakspear, who was second in the net silver competition at this event.In the Gloucester County competition, at a very challenging course, the ladies team, Mary, Julie, Mai and Catriona, acheived 16th place.

At the Herefordshire Championship, which was held at Alexander Park this year, SHGC entered two teams. One of the teams, Emma, Jill, Jo and Lynn took third place in a large field. Special congratulations go to Emma Breakspear, who was second in the net silver competition at this event. In the Glouce...

26/07/2024

ROWING star Mathilda Hodgkins-Byrne is aiming to become the fourth Wye rower to climb onto the Olympic podium, as she becomes only the second mum after Olympic gold medal team-mate Helen Glover to represent GB at the Games regatta.

26/07/2024

A NEW uniform designed to enhance both functionality and public recognition is soon to be worn by Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service personnel.

25/07/2024

Wye Valley Chamber Music’s Summer Residency public concerts start tonight (Wednesday, July 24th) in St Briavels Church at 7pm with a programme of Beethoven, Dvorak (Dumky Trio) and Mendelssohn. Full programme details on https://www.wyevalleyfestival.com. Tickets (£20, £5 students) are available online or at the door. www.ticketsource.co.uk/wyevalleyfestival.

Wye Valley Chamber Music’s Summer Residency public concerts start tonight (Wednesday, July 24th) in St Briavels Church at 7pm with a programme of Beethoven, Dvorak (Dumky Trio) and Mendelssohn. Full programme details on https://www.wyevalleyfestival.com. Tickets (£20, £5 students) are available ...

25/07/2024

Perrygrove Railway Adventure is proud to to launch it’s Summer Holiday Boomerang Ticket which saves families 50% on their 2nd and subsequent visits this summer!

25/07/2024

PART of a local farm owned by the Prince of Wales’ estate can be redeveloped as offices, teaching space and a workshop for a local firm.

25/07/2024

AN unbeaten half century from opener Andrew Brown helped hosts Goodrich take bragging rights over derby visitors Ross CC in an entertaining midweek Forest Hundred clash.

24/07/2024

A MAJOR trunk road in Herefordshire close to Ross-on-Wye was blocked for more than 12 hours today due to a tree having fallen across the carriageway.

24/07/2024

THE work to upgrade the gas pipes in the Brookend Street of Ross-on-Wye is progressing well according to Wales & West Utilities.

24/07/2024

AN inventor who has helped save the lives of hundreds of thousands of people suffering from diabetes, has been awarded with an honorary degree.

24/07/2024

THE GB Olympic team has been left in shock before the Games has even begun, with the withdrawal and suspension of gold medal dressage star Charlotte Dujardin.

24/07/2024

Forecast: Some rain then generally dry and fine conditions. Feeling warm.Thursday Rain/Showers. Day 20C/68F Night 14C/57F in Coleford. Light SWFriday Dry, sunny spells. Day 20C/68F Night 13C/55F in Upton Crews. Light/VSaturday Dry, sunny spells Day 20C/68F Night 12C/54F in Staunton. Light/VSunday Dry, sunny spells. Day 20C/68F Night 12C/54F in Hardwicke. Light/VMonday Dry, sunny spells. Day 22C/72F Night 13C/55F in Fownhope. Light/VTuesday Dry, sunny spells. Day 21C/70F Night 13C/55F in Bulley. Light/VWednesday Dry, sunny spells. Day 21C/72F Night 13C/55F in Stroat. Light/VOutlook: Largely settled; warm.Pollen Count: Mod/High UV: Mod/HighSunrise: 5.25 a.m. Sunset: 9:12 p.m.Moonrise: 11.06 p.m. Moonset: 12.03 p.m.

Forecast: Some rain then generally dry and fine conditions. Feeling warm. Thursday Rain/Showers. Day 20C/68F Night 14C/57F in Coleford. Light SW Friday Dry, sunny spells. Day 20C/68F Night 13C/55F in Upton Crews. Light/V Saturday Dry, sunny spells Day 20C/68F Night 12C/54F in Staunton. Light/V Sunda...

23/07/2024

NATIONAL Highways will be renewing road markings and road studs on the M50 to provide a safer carriageway for road users.

23/07/2024

Booking ahead comes with a watertight guarantee of enjoyment for families visiting WWT Llanelli this summer, as the South Wales wetland centre launches a Rainy Day Guarantee.

23/07/2024

A Pub that is currently showing signs of neglect after being closed for some time has been put up for sale.

23/07/2024

A MAN has been arrested following reports a woman was allegedly r***d in Ross-on-Wye during the early hours of Sunday morning.

23/07/2024

PATRICK Barkham, an award-winning author and natural history writer is talking about his latest book, The Swimmer - the definitive biography of beloved author, Roger Deakin – at St Mary’s Church in Ross-on-Wye.

23/07/2024

ROB Green, a Ross-on-Wye resident is urgently seeking the community’s support to save his family’s cherished cat, Rolo, after she was struck by a car.

22/07/2024

A POLICE investigation has been initiated following a report of an alleged r**e during the early hours of Sunday morning, July 21, in Ross-on-Wye.

22/07/2024

THE Poppy Appeal organiser for Much Marcle, Brockhampton, and Little Marcle, is calling on the community for support ahead of this year's fundraising efforts.

22/07/2024

Bathing spot at The Warren closed to swimmers

22/07/2024

RESIDENTS and staff at Ross Court Care Home in Ross-on-Wye recently hosted a Border Counties Vintage Club car event.

22/07/2024

A TALENTED musician who halted her Cambridge University course to take up climate activism has been jailed for four years for plotting to bring the M25 to a halt.

21/07/2024

A leading agricultural expert has warned farmers they could face costly claims, fines and prosecutions if temporary workers employed during the busy harvesting season are inadequately trained and insured.