One of Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service's longest serving members of staff has headed off into retirement after more than four decades of service to his community.
"I've said farewell to John Chance the On-Call Watch Commander at Ewyas Harold after a staggering 45 years' service." said Chief Fire Officer Jon Pryce.
"John is an HWFRS legend and the epitome of community service, professionalism and dedication.
"He's a true gentleman - all the best John and thank you for everything."
Appeal after concern raised for woman in Leominster
Police are appealing for witnesses after concern was raised for a woman in Leominster last Thursday.
Ledbury councillor rapped for “sexually inappropriate” joke
A Herefordshire town councillor has been rapped for telling a “sexually inappropriate” joke, then trying to deny it.
Police offer free child sexual exploitation training to hotel staff
West Mercia Police is offering free training to staff who work in hotels across Shopshire, Herefordshire and Worcestershire to help them spot the signs of child sexual exploitation.
Forest of Dean candidate suggests ‘radical plan’ to annex Ross-on-Wye
A Gloucestershire council candidate is proposing the “radical” plan for the “Forest of Dean annexation of Ross-on-Wye” in a bid to avoid the need to build a new town near Gloucester.
Revealed: The main roads in Herefordshire prioritised for repairs
A list of main roads in Herefordshire to be resurfaced in the coming weeks has been revealed.
Appeal to find missing Monmouthshire man
Police in Monmouthshire are concerned for the welfare of Darren Thurgood, 40, who is reported as missing.
Man arrested in connection with stabbing incident
A man has been arrested in connection with a stabbing incident last week in Hereford.
New Food and Drink group launched at online event
A new group to help food and drink businesses across the Marches work more closely together, develop international markets and access specialist support has been launched at an online event.
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