Bucks Free Press
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 09:36:21 +0100Firefighters break into van on M40 as man seen 'unresponsive' inside
Firefighters had to break into a van on the M40 after a man was seen unresponsive in the front.
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:29:10 +0100Voucher business run entirely by women is voted the best in Bucks
A voucher business run entirely by a team of women has been voted the best in Buckinghamshire at a prestigious awards ceremony.
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100Holtspur: New sports pitches could be built in Green Belt behind row of houses next to M40
New sports pitches could be built behind houses in Holtspur as part of a plans by the developers of Wilton Park in Beaconsfield.
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:13:40 +0100King's Wood Primary School in High Wycombe opens sensory garden
A High Wycombe primary school is celebrating after finally being able to open their new sensory garden after "four years of blood, sweat and tears".
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:44:04 +0100Much-loved reuse shop at High Heavens gets a major overhaul as it marks 10 years
A much-loved reuse shop at High Heavens household recycling centre has celebrated 10 years of being open - by unveiling a new retail space after a major overhaul.
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100Three better alternatives to the UK Lotto, EuroMillions and Set-for-Life
Which lottery is the best to bet on in UK? Everyone knows about the UK Lotto, EuroMillions and Set For Life – but have you ever wished you could bet on more and better alternatives to hit the jackpot? We’ve got you covered.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 19:00:00 +0100High Wycombe ex-cop ‘lost control’ during violent arrest
A former High Wycombe police officer has been labelled a “bully” after he was found to have “lost control” when he violently arrested a suspect.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 19:00:00 +0100Askett resident says plants on grass verge are forcing people to walk in road and should be removed
A fed-up Askett resident says garden plants on a village grass verge are forcing pedestrians into a road where hundreds of vehicles pass every day.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 13:49:09 +0100High Wycombe Jubilee Road car fire: Firefighters tackle blaze
Neighbours recalled hearing a large bang in the early hours of the morning as a car caught fire in a residential street.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 14:51:22 +0100Milton Keynes murder probe: Arrest after Fishermead death
Police have launched a murder investigation following the suspicious death of a 35-year-old man in Fishermead.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 10:48:20 +0100High Wycombe: 12 people told to leave town centre as police try to tackle anti-social behaviour
Twelve people were told to leave High Wycombe town centre by police yesterday - as they try to tackle anti-social behaviour following an early morning attack.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 14:47:02 +0100Milton Keynes e-scooter crash leaves teenagers in hospital
A GIRL riding an e-scooter has been rushed to hospital after a crash involving a car.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 11:00:58 +0100M40 vehicle fire closes southbound carriageway between junctions 6 and 7
A vehicle fire shut part of the M40 this morning, with delays of an hour being reported.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 17:32:21 +0100Abandoned tyre causes disruption on High Wycombe road
A runaway tyre briefly caused disruption in High Wycombe after it was spotted in the middle of a three-way road.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 11:34:26 +0100M40 and A40 delays after lorry crash
A crash involving two lorries on the M40 into London caused major tailbacks for drivers this morning.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 08:34:15 +0100Bradenham: Joy-riding 'idiots' slammed for damaging cricket pitch AGAIN
"Idiots" who have damaged a cricket pitch by joy-riding have been slammed.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100Beeches Park Beaconsfield: Plea to help fight plans for 450 new homes as developers launch appeal
The community is rallying to fight plans for up to 450 new homes in Beaconsfield after developers announced they were launching an appeal after the council refused to allow it to go ahead.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100New Denham man gets nearly £3,000 bill for assault
A Bucks man has been ordered to pay nearly £3,000 after he was found guilty of assault.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 16:36:40 +0100Luton teenager charged with knife crimes in Milton Keynes
A 17-year-old boy has been charged with two crimes which includes a being in possession of a knife.
Tue, 14 Jul 2020 01:00:00 +0100IN PICTURES: Wycombe celebrate promotion to the Championship
Pinch yourself Wycombe fans, you will be playing in the Championship next season.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 14:46:19 +0100Milton Keynes man pleads guilty to possessing four-inch knife
A MAN from Milton Keynes has been convicted of a knife offence after he was found with a weapon.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 14:31:04 +0100BBC programme Any Questions set to broadcast live from High Wycombe with Ask Sarkar - tickets available now
A BBC radio programme is set to broadcast live from High Wycombe at the end of the month - and local people can get involved.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 16:32:00 +0100Ex-Bucks Fire chief accused of creating 'damaging and divisive culture' as he's hired to new role
Buckinghamshire firefighters have slammed the decision to hire their former chief fire officer in the same role in a neighbouring county - calling out the “damaging and divisive culture he created” during his tenure at Buckinghamshire Fire and Re...
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 13:02:12 +0100Aylesbury man charged with robbery after town centre incident
An Aylesbury man has been charged as part of a robbery investigation in the town.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 11:23:14 +0100Wycombe Wanderers draw 0-0 against Oxford City in friendly
Wycombe Wanderers kept their second clean sheet in three days as they drew 0-0 against Oxford City in a pre-season friendly.
Tue, 12 Jul 2022 10:25:49 +0100Man dies along the A404 between High Wycombe and Marlow
A man in his 40s has died following a crash between High Wycombe and Marlow.
Tue, 12 Jul 2022 16:31:00 +0100Red Kite Community Housing Castlefield regeneration: More funding is needed
More funding is needed before a major Castlefield regeneration programme can go ahead – amid spiralling costs of construction.
Tue, 12 Jul 2022 11:05:04 +0100Sizzler High Wycombe: Desborough Road restaurant given zero for hygiene by inspectors
A High Wycombe takeaway restaurant has been given a zero for hygiene according to a recent inspection.
Tue, 12 Jul 2022 18:28:00 +0100Bucks fly-tipping: Man who collected rubbish from building projects and dumped them in the street is given huge fine
A man who opportunistically collected waste from building projects and house renovations as a way to make a quick profit has been given a huge fine after he was caught dumping it all in fields and on council land.
Tue, 12 Jul 2022 11:39:56 +0100Frogmoor High Wycombe cordoned off after assault
Part of High Wycombe town centre was cordoned off this morning after an attack in the early hours of the morning.
Tue, 12 Jul 2022 15:21:46 +0100Eden Centre 'bike thief' does not remember alleged Wycombe offence
A High Wycombe man accused of stealing a bike from the Eden Centre has claimed he had "no recollection" of taking it.
Tue, 12 Jul 2022 08:45:52 +0100Fears Downley 5G mast plans will 'decimate pleasant area' - and ruin 'best kept village' chances
A planned 5G mast on a "pleasant" green in Downley will "decimate" the grassy area where many people stop to enjoy the village, upset locals have claimed.
Tue, 12 Jul 2022 19:00:00 +0100Holmer Green Royal British Legion Club's plans to change opening hours sparks fears over parking and noise
A popular Royal British Legion Club's plans to change its opening hours has sparked concern about parking and noise for nearby neighbours.
Tue, 12 Jul 2022 16:30:00 +0100A4 Bath Road drink driver banned from the road
An "embarrassed" drink driver who crashed into oncoming traffic on a major road has been banned from driving for two years.
Tue, 12 Jul 2022 15:09:31 +0100Neurosurgeon recognised for trying to find a cure for brain tumours
A Milton Keynes charity has jointly sponsored a prestigious award which will help a neurosurgeon progress his work to find a cure for brain tumours.
Tue, 12 Jul 2022 08:59:31 +0100South Central Ambulance Service declares 'critical incident'
South Central Ambulance Service has declared a critical incident amid huge pressures on their services - with rising Covid infections and the heat partially blamed for the problems.
Tue, 12 Jul 2022 13:30:22 +0100Labour leader Keir Starmer slams Boris Johnson at Adams Park
Sir Keir Starmer made an unexpected visit to Buckinghamshire on Tuesday as he was seen at Wycombe Wanderers’ stadium, Adams Park.
Tue, 12 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100Penn Road Cemetery in Hazlemere finally opens
A new cemetery that locals raised major concerns about has finally been officially opened after years of work.
Tue, 12 Jul 2022 16:51:27 +0100DWP issue social media warning to Universal Credit claimants under new crackdown plans
The warning relates to anybody with a social media account as a new 2,000 strong DWP team is launched aiming to crackdown on benefit fraud.
Tue, 12 Jul 2022 09:18:51 +0100Signs of heatstroke in dogs: 8 signs your dog is experiencing heatstroke amid UK heatwave
Parts of the country will be hotter than some of the world’s top beach destinations, including the Maldives and Marbella in Spain.
Tue, 12 Jul 2022 15:02:12 +0100Snapchat won't log in: Is Snapchat down today? What we know so far
Snapchat users were reporting problems with the app on Tuesday afternoon.
Mon, 11 Jul 2022 19:31:09 +0100Man found unresponsive in the middle of Milton Keynes street
An unexplained death investigation has been launched after a 35-year-old man was found unresponsive in the middle of a Milton Keynes street.
Mon, 11 Jul 2022 14:50:17 +0100Investigation launched after plane crashes at Wycombe Air Park
An investigation has been launched after an aircraft reportedly crashed at Booker Air Park over the weekend.
Mon, 11 Jul 2022 10:41:22 +0100Warning to pet-owners after off-lead dog chases herd and bites a cow near Coombe Hill
Owners are being warned to keep their dogs on a lead around livestock after police received reports of a dog biting a cow near a Bucks beauty spot.
Mon, 11 Jul 2022 15:02:43 +0100Met Office issues amber warning of extreme heat
The Met Office has issued an amber warning for extreme heat at the weekend, with local weather experts fearing it could get "very bad for some of us".
Mon, 11 Jul 2022 11:36:14 +0100Tory leadership race: These are the candidates Bucks Conservative MPs are backing
Eleven candidates have now put their names forward to become the next Conservative Party leader - but which ones are our Tory MPs backing?
Mon, 11 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100IN THE DOCK: Weekly round-up of hearings at Wycombe Magistrates' Court: June 17-22
Weekly round-up of hearings at Wycombe Magistrates’ Court:
Mon, 11 Jul 2022 16:43:20 +0100Addict who stole booze from Aylesbury Sainsbury's gets jail
A drug addict who stole bottles of alcohol to fuel his habit has been sent to prison.
Mon, 11 Jul 2022 12:09:31 +0100'We love you and goodnight': Sad farewell to Carters Steam Fair after last ever visit to West Wycombe
"We love you and goodnight" - that was the sad message from the owners of Carters Steam Fair at the end of their final ever visit to West Wycombe at the weekend.
Mon, 11 Jul 2022 17:20:42 +0100Train drivers at eight rail companies - including Chiltern - vote overwhelmingly to strike over pay
Train drivers at Chiltern Railways are among those at eight companies to have voted to strike over pay, increasing the threat of huge disruption to rail services this summer.