Bucks Free Press
Mon, 08 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000In the dock: Weekly round-up of hearings at Wycombe Magistrates' Court - December 16 to 21
Weekly round-up of hearings at Wycombe Magistrates' Court:
Mon, 08 Feb 2021 07:51:21 +0000Police chase on foot leads to men arrested in Iver
A man wearing a balaclava has been arrested after a police pursuit and a foot chase in Iver on Sunday.
Sun, 07 Feb 2021 16:39:27 +0000Shakin' Stevens gets Covid-19 vaccine at High Wycombe's Adams Park
Marlow resident Shakin’ Stevens has spoken of his relief after getting the vaccine in – despite having a fear of needles.
Sun, 07 Feb 2021 12:26:28 +0000Storm Darcy: Snow in Bucks expected to start TONIGHT and last into the week
Another snow warning has been issued for Bucks.
Sun, 07 Feb 2021 10:48:44 +0000Inside the most expensive house for sale in High Wycombe right now
Situated near the former RAF Daws Hill site, this seven-bedroom house is on the market for £1.9 million - but would you pay that to live in High Wycombe?
Sun, 07 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000Weekly news round-up in Bucks - Sunday, February 7
Here are five of the biggest stories published on the Bucks Free Press website this week.
Sun, 07 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000Bucks planning apps: See what could be built near you
Wycombe area
Sun, 07 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000Stamp duty deadline: Here's the extra cost of Bucks homes
Stamp duty holiday is ending - here's how much you'll pay for these Bucks homes:
Sun, 07 Feb 2021 17:33:24 +0000Firefighters called out to chimney fire in Little Chalfont
Firefighters were called out to a chimney this afternoon.
Sun, 07 Feb 2021 17:05:02 +0000High Wycombe: Kitchen 'heavily damaged' after hob fire spreads to extractor fan
Firefighters were called out to a house in after a hob spread to the extractor unit.
Sun, 07 Feb 2021 12:40:03 +0000Quiz: Spell the words often misspelled on Google
Can you spell the words most often misspelled on Google?
Sun, 07 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000'Stop dumping rubbish in the Bucks countryside' - readers' letters
This is what you have been writing to us about this week.
Sun, 07 Feb 2021 16:00:00 +0000Amersham nostalgia: Town's unexpected historic link to whaling
“Soon may the Wellerman comeTo bring us sugar and tea and rumOne day, when the tonguin’ is doneWe’ll take our leave and go”
Sun, 07 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000From FA Amateur Cup to Championship - crowd scenes from Wanderers matches gone by
If like me you are a Wycombe Wanderers supporter you probably need a bit of cheering-up, with the team struggling, and we are not able to be there to cheer them on.
Sun, 07 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000A tale of two furniture factories (part 1)
This article was researched and written by Simon Cains for the Woodlanders’ Lives and Landscapes project, a partnership between Bucks New University and the Chilterns Conservation Board. Woodlanders’ Lives and Landscapes is part of the Chalk, Che...
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 17:07:29 +0000Bledlow farmer 'died after being hit by car on A4129 Thame Road'
A farmer from Bledlow died after being hit by a car on a country road, an heard this week.
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 13:39:40 +0000Live at Adams Park: Wycombe Wanderers vs Nottingham Forest
Good afternoon and welcome to a relatively warm Adams Park, as Wycombe Wanderers take on Nottingham Forest at 3pm.
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 10:55:42 +0000Storm Darcy: Fresh snow warning issued for Bucks
A fresh snow warning has been issued for Bucks.
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000Buckinghamshire walks you can do in lockdown
Since the coronavirus pandemic hit and national lockdowns have hit this last year many people have taken up walking to get out and about.
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 21:47:00 +0000Gareth Ainsworth on Wycombe's Championship survival chances
Gareth Ainsworth has stated that he’d ‘rather be fighting at the bottom of the Championship than scrapping at the top of League One at the moment’.
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 21:09:16 +0000Gareth Ainsworth on Wycombe's performance against Forest
Gareth Ainsworth wasn’t too pleased with his side’s defending as he believes Wycombe ‘gave two goals away’ in the defeat against Nottingham Forest.
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 20:14:29 +0000Gareth Ainsworth reflects as Wycombe lose at home to Forest
Wycombe manager Gareth Ainsworth admits that his side ‘need a run of wins’ to stay in the Championship
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 19:00:00 +0000Popular Buckinghamshire festivals we can't wait to return
Festivals around the county have suffered the effects of Covid and lockdown, with many of them having to move online or be cancelled altogether.
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 19:00:00 +0000High Wycombe town centre scenes from the 1970s
This week we have delved into our archives to bring you High Wycombe town centre scenes from the 1970s.
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 16:30:00 +0000Greg Smith MP - ‘We should start to see real improvements soon’
Buckingham MP Greg Smith writes to Bucks Free Press readers:
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 16:30:00 +0000What was said about Marlow all the way back in 1928?
I recently added to my large collection of local vintage guide books with the 1920s R.A.C/Burrows Maps publication.
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 14:14:19 +0000M&S, Waitrose, Asda, Tesco and more urgent product recalls
If you have bought any of the items mentioned below from UK supermarkets you need to be aware of these possible health risks.
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000Beautiful silhouette snaps that capture the mystery of nature
Scroll through the gallery above to see all the photos.
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000Steeleye Span to visit High Wycombe on anniversary tour
The year 1970 would prove to be a vintage year for music and the start of an era that would change the world.
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000Waddesdon Manor enjoy 'visits’ from across the globe
Despite 2020 being the year museums and heritage sites closed their doors, Waddesdon Manor received 'unprecedented' levels of support - from virtual visitors.
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 09:50:00 +0000Platinum Jubilee: Remembering the Queen's visits to High Wycombe
Queen Elizabeth II is the longest-reigning UK monarch in British history.
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000Milton Keynes’ Horwood House could get a makeover
A Grade II listed hotel in Milton Keynes could get a major revamp if new plans are given the go-ahead.
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 09:33:00 +0000Aldi and Lidl reveal the best bargains available this weekend in Bucks
Aldi and Lidl have revealed the latest items hitting the shelves this weekend. Here are the highlights.
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 09:22:16 +0000Two men attacked near Budgens in Burnham
An investigation has been launched after two men were in .
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000Chris Hughton's praise for Wycombe's Gareth Ainsworth
Nottingham Forest manager Chris Hughton has praised Gareth Ainsworth ahead of today's match.
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000Death notices in the Bucks Free Press last week
Here are the death announcements carried in the Bucks Free Press last week.
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000Bucks planning applications: Several plans for new flats submitted
Buckinghamshire Council deals with thousands of planning applications every year.
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000'Elderly unable to downsize because of Brexit, Covid and no income from interest'
The main incentive for house buyers to act quickly this month is to take advantage of the current stamp duty holiday.
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000Where to get a takeaway Sunday lunch in Bucks
Missing pub-grub? Here are some of the best places to get a take-away Sunday roast and it's way better than it sounds!
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000Weekly horoscope for February 6 - your star sign reading by Russell Grant
This is what your star sign has in store for your love life, relationships and career the week starting Saturday, February 6.
Fri, 05 Feb 2021 19:43:17 +0000The River Thames flooding in Marlow at sunset
This week we have seen flooding in parts of Buckinghamshire as the River Thames water level has risen enough to submerge areas of the county in water.
Fri, 05 Feb 2021 18:07:57 +0000Men arrested following catalytic converter thefts in Loudwater
TWO MEN have been arrested in connection with a catalytic converter theft in Loudwater.
Fri, 05 Feb 2021 17:59:38 +0000'Show off' driver has car seized after 'speeding at 117mph on the M40'
A driver who was "showing off" but only had a provisional licence was caught by police speeding at more than 100mph on the M40.
Fri, 05 Feb 2021 17:05:31 +0000Rugby man jailed for attempted murder in Aston Clinton
A 26-year-old year man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after he was convicted of one count of attempted murder.
Fri, 05 Feb 2021 15:12:49 +0000Ricky Gervais helps family in desperate search for their stolen dog Dexter
Ricky Gervais has given a major boost to a family desperately searching for their dog who is feared stolen.
Fri, 05 Feb 2021 07:44:04 +0000High Wycombe: Woman attacked after car crash in Amersham Hill
A woman was attacked by another driver after their cars were involved in a crash in High Wycombe.
Fri, 05 Feb 2021 16:40:40 +0000Captain Tom inspires Aylesbury boy to help the NHS
A seven-year-old boy is doing his bit to help the NHS as the country continues to battle through the pandemic.
Fri, 05 Feb 2021 15:11:00 +0000Barnardo's in Oldbrook Milton Keynes 'will not be reopening'
The police are urging the public to not leave donations outside of charity shops as the pandemic continues.
Fri, 05 Feb 2021 15:46:57 +0000IT manager stole £80,000 from company he worked for to fund gambling addiction
A fraudster scammed a small business out of more than £80,000 and stole funds from their charity to fund his gambling addiction.
Thu, 04 Feb 2021 11:50:52 +0000Bucks weather: Warning issued as for snow this weekend
Another yellow weather warning for snow and ice has been issued for Bucks this weekend.