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Mon, 17 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100In the dock: Weekly round-up of hearings at Wycombe Magistrates' Court - April 6 to 8
Weekly round-up of hearings at Wycombe Magistrates' Court:
Mon, 17 May 2021 07:52:36 +0100Lockdown rules changing today despite Indian variant concerns
Boris Johnson warned “we’re likely to face some hard choices” as stage four of the lockdown roadmap was thrown into doubt.
Mon, 17 May 2021 07:22:00 +0100Drivers arrested for drink driving in Milton Keynes
A DRIVER who was "on his way to get a curry" has been arrested for drink driving.
Sun, 16 May 2021 15:58:14 +0100M40 crash closes off two lanes
Two lanes were closed on the M40 this afternoon following a crash.
Sun, 16 May 2021 15:37:31 +0100Chesham residents rally around man, 90, who was 'ripped off by rogue builders'
The community has rallied around a pensioner who was reportedly “ripped off” by a builder.
Sun, 16 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100How High Wycombe looked before, during and after the River Wye was buried underground
The Bucks Free Press begins a campaign to persuade the authorities to finally implement a long-held ambition of many people in High Wycombe to see at least a section of the river Wye restored to the surface as it flows through the town-centre.
Sun, 16 May 2021 16:30:00 +0100Chesham Bois: The cherry blossom and country scenes of artist
We have been enjoying displays of wonderful cherry blossom, a favourite subject for artist Caroline “Car” Richardson who frequently painted the cherry trees.
Sun, 16 May 2021 15:04:20 +0100Indian Covid variant: More than 900 PCR tests given out in Aylesbury during surge testing
More than 900 Covid tests were given out after the Indian variant was discovered in Bucks.
Sun, 16 May 2021 14:43:21 +0100High Wycombe: Water main bursts in Eden Shopping Centre
Firefighters were called to a burst water main in a High Wycombe shopping centre.
Sun, 16 May 2021 12:00:00 +0100'What will HS2 end up costing us and who will pay?'
This is what you have been writing to us about this week.
Sun, 16 May 2021 12:00:00 +0100'No major housing need in Wycombe'
This is what you have been writing to us about this week.
Sun, 16 May 2021 10:53:03 +0100Teenage flier from Marlow set to take to the skies in World Record bid
A Marlow flier who became the UK’s youngest solo glider pilot in 2016 is set to take to the skies again for a world record-breaking solo flight around the world.
Sun, 16 May 2021 10:36:55 +0100Tesco, Iceland and Morrisons among supermarkets issuing urgent product recalls
Food allergies, salmonella poisoning, Hepatitis A and chocking hazards are just some of the reasons behind a number of urgent product recalls
Sun, 16 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100ROADWORKS: 2 roads to get treatment this week
This is where Transport for Bucks will be working next week.
Sun, 16 May 2021 13:18:46 +0100Changes to your state pension have been announced for January 2022
The changes will come into effect from January 1, 2022 and will affect whether a person qualifies for state pension or not.
Sat, 15 May 2021 16:09:41 +0100Little Mix's Leigh-Anne Pinnock, from High Wycombe, calls out Andre Gray over old colourist tweets
High Wycombe-born singer Leigh-Anne Pinnock has been lauded for challenging her fiancé Andre Gray over recently resurfaced derogatory comments he made about dark-skinned women.
Sat, 15 May 2021 11:33:12 +0100Teenager with links to Chesham goes missing
A teenager with links to Chesham has gone missing, with police concerned for her welfare.
Sat, 15 May 2021 10:36:35 +0100Empire bosses confirm future of High Wycombe cinema
Empire bosses have confirmed the future of the High Wycombe cinema.
Sat, 15 May 2021 07:00:00 +0100Death notices in the Bucks Free Press last week
Here are the death announcements carried in the Bucks Free Press last week.
Sat, 15 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100THREE schools plan big refurbishment projects, plus a new nail salon for village - 5 interesting plans
Plans to overhaul three schools, a new nail salon in a village and work to prevent the collapse of a river wall form just some of the many applications submitted to Buckinghamshire Council last week.
Sat, 15 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100Thames Valley Police selling Apple iPad and Prada jackets
GETTING your hands-on designer items has never been easier thanks to items seized by police officers in investigations.
Sat, 15 May 2021 04:55:00 +0100Remembering High Wycombe music venue and pub The Nags Head
Many readers who grew up in High Wycombe will remember the iconic music venue and pub that played host to dozens of legendary bands.
Sat, 15 May 2021 16:36:24 +01007 clothing items that could land you a £5,000 fine and a driving ban
If the incident goes to court, the penalty could go up to a £5,000 fine, nine penalty points and even a driving ban.
Sat, 15 May 2021 16:21:28 +0100Milton Keynes: Thugs threaten teen with screwdriver before punching him TWICE in the head
A manhunt has been launched after a teenager was threatened with a screwdriver and then punched twice in the head.
Sat, 15 May 2021 13:42:55 +0100Milton Keynes: Woman given oxygen after fire destroys river cruiser
A woman was given oxygen after a fire destroyed a river cruiser this week.
Sat, 15 May 2021 13:03:50 +0100Aldi and Lidl reveal the biggest bargains coming to store this weekend
We've rounded-up some of the highlights to look out for in each supermarket.
Sat, 15 May 2021 13:18:06 +0100Hamster rescued from house fire in Aylesbury
A hamster was rescued after a fire started in the utility room of a house in Aylesbury.
Sat, 15 May 2021 11:11:03 +0100Bucks rabbit farm: PETA and Animal Aid celebrate after plans thrown out
Animal rights charities are celebrating after plans for an intensive rabbit meat farm in a Bucks Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty were thrown out.
Sat, 15 May 2021 12:00:00 +0100A few of our favourite things about beautiful Bucks
‘Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens, bright copper kettles and warm woollen mittens...’
Sat, 15 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100Looking back at Gerrards Cross buildings over the years
With news this week that the historic Bulstrode mansion is being turned into a luxury hotel, we have unearthed pictures of well-known Gerrards Cross buildings.
Sat, 15 May 2021 16:30:00 +0100Marlow Nostalgia: The mysterious John “Bill” Mallett
A few weeks ago this column was devoted to the two Mallett sisters, Mary and Doris, dressmakers at Number 88 West Street, and I also made brief mention of their “secret” brother.
Sat, 15 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100Bucks estate agents and housebuilders raise money for good causes while working from home
Estate agents and housebuilders have been using their marketing skills while working from home during lockdown to raise funds for good causes.
Sat, 15 May 2021 16:30:00 +0100High Wycombe food bank One Can Trust praises community amid plea to help families in need
Kate Brewster, from One Can Trust, writes exclusively to Bucks Free Press readers:
Sat, 15 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100Weekly horoscope for May 15 - your star sign reading by Russell Grant
Here is what your star sign has in store for your love life, relationships and career the week starting Saturday, May 15.
Fri, 14 May 2021 15:28:37 +0100Beaconsfield man who died in M40 crash named locally as tributes pour in
Tributes have poured in for a man who died in an incident on the M40 that closed off part of the motorway for over an hour.
Fri, 14 May 2021 16:33:07 +0100Former carpentry workshops in Hivings Hill, Chesham, will be knocked down and replaced with houses
Plans to build five new properties in place of several disused commercial buildings in Chesham have been given the green light.
Fri, 14 May 2021 16:30:00 +0100Can you get a GP appointment in Bucks? We want to hear from you
At 8am or 8.30am on the dot you dial the doctor’s number. Your heart sinks as you hear the familiar message, that you are in a queue and your call will be answered shortly.
Fri, 14 May 2021 13:51:06 +0100Bus catches fire in Amersham during morning rush hour
A bus was severely damaged after it caught fire during morning rush hour.
Fri, 14 May 2021 13:36:00 +0100Reports of anti-social behaviour made in Tesco Car Park
Reports of anti-social behaviour as well as ‘vehicle nuisance’, have been spotted in a Tesco car park in Gerrards Cross.
Fri, 14 May 2021 12:07:34 +0100Phase Eight in Beaconsfield to be turned into Mediterranean restaurant and cocktail bar
A former clothes shop in Beaconsfield New Town is being transformed into a Mediterranean restaurant and cocktail bar.
Fri, 14 May 2021 13:33:12 +0100Enterprise Rent-A-Car fined thousands for Bucks offences
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has been fined thousands of pounds for failing to provide the police with details of drivers who may have committed offences.
Fri, 14 May 2021 12:21:21 +0100Martin Tett 'set to be re-elected leader of Buckinghamshire Council'
The Bucks Free Press can reveal Martin Tett is set to be re-elected the leader of Buckinghamshire Council.
Fri, 14 May 2021 11:46:44 +0100Deliveroo launches in Gerrards Cross
Deliveroo has today launched in Gerrards Cross, Chalfont St Peter and Seer Green.
Fri, 14 May 2021 11:10:18 +0100Slough woman choked on Brussels sprout in Bucks care home
A 96-year-old Bucks woman died after choking on a Brussels sprout in a care home in Gerrards Cross.
Fri, 14 May 2021 10:26:35 +0100Next calls on shoppers to 'immediately dispose' of 3 items amid fire risk
Next has called on shoppers to immediately dispose of the items and contact the retailer for a full refund on the item.
Fri, 14 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100In the dock: Weekly round-up of hearings at Wycombe Magistrates' Court - April 1 to 6
Weekly round-up of hearings at Wycombe Magistrates’ Court:
Fri, 14 May 2021 17:39:04 +0100Henley's Stonor Park to appear on Antiques Roadshow again
A landmark just outside of Buckinghamshire will feature in this Sunday’s episode of Antiques Roadshow, for the second time in three months.
Fri, 14 May 2021 16:30:00 +0100Aylesbury MP Rob Butler praises Muslims during Eid
Aylesbury MP Rob Butler has wished the town’s Muslims a happy Eid Mubarak.
Fri, 14 May 2021 16:01:10 +0100Huge fight between eight men erupts inside Centre MK in Milton Keynes
A fight broke out between two groups of men inside a shopping centre in Milton Keynes.
Fri, 14 May 2021 15:36:25 +0100The River Wye in High Wycombe - before and after it was buried under concrete
For many years now there have been spasmodic indications from our local council, now subsumed in the unitary authority called Buckinghamshire Council, of a desire to de-culvert a section of the river Wye as it passes beneath the centre of Wycombe....