The Fraud & Scam Bulletin – April 2026

Your monthly update direct from West Mercia Police on the latest scams and frauds COUNTERFEIT BANKNOTESOver the last few weeks there has been an upsurge of payments made with counterfeit banknotes. These have been mainly in £20 denominations and have appeared not only in the West Mercia Policing area, but […]

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Heading to a farm this Easter?

Spring visits are great fun for families, but they also come with a higher risk of picking up infections from animals and the farm environment. Germs can be picked up from animal bodies, droppings, fences or gates, even when things look clean. In vulnerable groups, such as young children, pregnant […]

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Here for Games Con

Here for Games Con returns to Hereford from 10–12 April 2026 for a free, inclusive three‑day charity gaming convention, offering open gaming, RPGs, giant games, a huge games library, family activities, demos and more – all supported by friendly volunteers and suitable for complete beginners through to experienced gamers. Held […]

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What’s new on the Talk Community directory?

New additions to the Talk Community Directory include Cusop Village Hall Chatty Cafe – Hereford Kington Healthy Lifestyles Group Stop Smoking Drop in at Belmont Community Centre Kington Walking4Health Wellbeing Walk Our socials are a great way to keep in touch with what’s on too, whether you’re Have you heard […]

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Support for Households Using Heating Oil or LPG

The Government has made funding available to support low‑income households who rely on heating oil or LPG and are struggling with rising energy costs. This funding is designed to help residents who are in acute need, particularly where there is a risk of losing access to heating or hot water. […]

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Mindfulness for Health Course

From April, St Michael’s Hospice are hosting an eight week mindfulness course. The course provides a range of mindfulness and compassion-based skills designed to help individuals manage their health, reduce stress and ease the suffering associated with illness and long-term conditions. The course is open to anyone experiencing illness, chronic […]

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