Bucks Free Press
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100University law student, 40, on track for first while raising two infant children
A Buckinghamshire New University student is on track to achieve a First-Class law degree despite balancing her studies with raising a young child and coping with family medical emergencies.
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Extreme heat forces High Wycombe centre to cut back food menu
A High Wycombe community hub has temporarily reduced its menu as soaring temperatures make working conditions increasingly difficult for staff and volunteers.
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Wycombe strike action planned at school over reduced break times
Support staff at a Wycombe school are set to stage strike action this week in a dispute over what staff say are reduced break times.
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:59:23 +0100Warning over ‘chilling’ speeds as UK drivers clocked at up to 167mph
Rod Dennis, RAC senior policy officer, said: "Our analysis shows some of the frankly chilling speeds some people are prepared to drive at"
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Little Kingshill five-bed family home on sale for £2,200,000
A property, called Lister Lodge, is listed at £2,200,000, set in secluded grounds and is believed to date from 1908.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:54:37 +0100Fundraiser launched after school reportedly vandalised for three weekends in a row
A fundraising campaign has been launched to help replace equipment stolen from Manor Farm Schools after an alleged series of break-ins and acts of vandalism.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:56:27 +0100Passengers are delayed after an obstruction on the track blocks some lines
Good morning, welcome to our live coverage of train delays between Rugby and Milton Keynes Central due to an obstruction on the track.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:27:38 +0100Marlow secondary schools 'full' as data shows both over capacity
A Marlow councillor has claimed both of the town's secondary schools are “full”.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100Child cruelty and drug dealing among crimes committed in June in Bucks
A string of offenders have been sentenced for serious crimes including drug dealing and child cruelty.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:47:08 +0100National Trust property warns of moth caterpillars that can cause skin rashes
A National Trust property has warned of caterpillars which harm oaks and cause skin rashes.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:12:06 +0100Huge free event happening at Adams Park next weekend - for this special reason
A HUGE community celebration is set to take over Adams Park as High Wycombe marks a major milestone this summer - and everyone is invited.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:04:07 +0100Police continue to investigate major incident involving 'weapon' on Marlow Hill
An investigation is still on going after armed police responded to reports of a weapon in a vehicle in High Wycombe.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:25:49 +0100Wycombe plans to demolish house for 19 flats approved despite parking concerns
Plans to demolish a house on Marlow Hill in Wycombe and replace it with 19 flats have been given the go ahead,
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:33:46 +0100Police issue warning after increase theft from motor vehicles in Wycombe area
Police are warning drivers in Wycombe to be vigilant following a rise in theft from motor vehicles.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:03:21 +0100Firefighters rush to three-storey flat block after kitchen fire
Firefighters tackled a blaze at a block of flats in High Wycombe on Saturday evening.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100New homes plan for Bucks village leaves residents’ concerned over traffic
A plan to build 20 homes in Marlow Bottom has been backed by councillors despite villagers concerns over traffic.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:52:44 +010021 years on: How the 7/7 bombings left a lasting mark on Buckinghamshire
Today marks 21 years since the July 7, 2005 London bombings, the deadliest terrorist attack on British soil since the Lockerbie disaster.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:28:46 +0100Two fires reported in two Buckinghamshire towns in just over 24 hours
Firefighters were called to two separate outdoor fires in Buckinghamshire over the weekend, with crews tackling a vegetation blaze in Chesham and a shed fire in Marlow.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:51:10 +0100Man, 28, jailed after pedestrian injured in unauthorised car meet
A man has been jailed after a pedestrian suffered serious injuries in a crash at an unauthorised car meet in Milton Keynes.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:29:49 +0100Inquest into 15-year-old's death following motorbike crash to resume this month
A second inquest opening into the death of a 15-year-old girl who was killed in a crash in Beaconsfield is due to take place later on this month.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:46:47 +0100Dramatic moment armed police surround car in Wycombe as gym goes on lockdown
A children’s gym has revealed that it put its building into “lockdown” after numerous armed police officers descended on a busy High Wycombe road.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:09:49 +0100Man, 28, found 'unanimously guilty' of rape given lengthy jail sentence
A 28-year-old man has been jailed for eight years after being convicted of rape.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100Bucks town centre flies St George's flag in show of support for England
Chesham Town Council has raised the St George’s Flag in the town centre to show support for England’s sporting stars.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100Bucks school announces closure of longstanding club
A Bucks school has announced the closure of a club that it has been running for 54 years.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:36:20 +0100Council responds to Elgiva rumours amid 'major £130,000 investment'
Chesham Town Council has said it remains “entirely committed” and supportive of the Elgiva theatre after online speculation.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:08:39 +0100Patrols issue multiple warnings to drivers and seize e-scooters
Police have issued multiple warnings and seized e-scooters following an evening of anti-social behaviour (ASB) patrols in Aylesbury during ASB Awareness Week.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100New town crier announced for Bucks town
A new town crier has been appointed to take up one of the area’s 'most cherished' ceremonial roles.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100Popular festival returns to Buckinghamshire town this weekend
A popular community festival will return to Chesham town centre this weekend as organisers prepare for the sixth annual Hats Off Chesham! celebration.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:36:55 +0100Nigel Farage resigns as MP to trigger Clacton by-election amid donations row
Nigel Farage has resigned as MP for Clacton, triggering a by-election as he denies wrongdoing over allegations about financial support.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:32:35 +0100Emotional Rick Stein, 78, issues statement after Sandbanks visit
An emotional TV chef Rick Stein has issued a new statement.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:31:30 +0100UK travel company enters liquidation after 28 years with all holidays cancelled
Global Vision International (GVI) offered programmes abroad including nature and conservation trips.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:01:29 +0100The Office star Ricky Gervais revisits Slough show for 25th anniversary
The Office star and co-creator Ricky Gervais will revisit his favourite moments from the award-winning Slough-centred sitcom to commemorate 25 years since it launched in the UK.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:57:35 +0100New owners of listed Windsor pub in hot water with council over 'unauthorised' works
Plans to turn a listed former pub site into a new restaurant have hit a roadblock after a conservation officer raised concerns over ‘unauthorised’ works.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:33:00 +0100Plans for new cancer care centre withdrawn after complaints from Greenbelt residents
Controversial plans to build a cancer care clinic on greenbelt land in Cookham have been withdrawn.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:51:34 +0100Calls for a maximum working temperature as Bucks faces another heatwave
Calls are growing for a legal maximum working temperature as Buckinghamshire faces another spell of extreme heat.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:25:04 +0100World Cup boost for Thames Valley businesses 'won't solve hospitality crisis'
Hospitality businesses in the Thames Valley could see a boost from the World Cup this summer – but experts warn it will not solve deeper financial pressures facing the sector.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Beaconsfield five-bed Edwardian house on sale for £1,695,000
Known as Windy How, a freehold Beaconsfield property is offered chain-free and is listed for £1,695,000.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100High Wycombe veterans celebrate Armed Forces Day
Royal Star & Garter, which provides care for former service personnel, held a week of special events across its homes, including High Wycombe, from June 20 to 27.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Primary school enjoys sports afternoon with help from local grammar
Pupils from St Peter’s Catholic Primary School enjoyed a fun-filled sports afternoon thanks to support from a neighbouring grammar school.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Retired detective becomes Chesham’s new town crier
Retired Detective Inspector Janet Barr has been appointed as the new Chesham town crier.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Dinnerladies stage show coming to Milton Keynes Theatre
A stage adaptation of Victoria Wood's Dinnerladies is coming to Milton Keynes.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Lane End primary named national Centre of Excellence for Oracy
Lane End Primary School in High Wycombe has been named a Centre of Excellence for Oracy.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Pilot programme helps food banks deliver healthier food parcels
Buckinghamshire Council funded a year-long scheme to deliver healthier food parcels, which was delivered by RaisingNutrition and worked with four food banks.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Eden Shopping Centre launches six weeks of free family fun
Eden Shopping Centre will host themed activities every Saturday throughout the summer holidays.
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:51:46 +0100Man jailed for raping woman on sofa after entering through unlocked door
A man has been jailed after he was convicted of raping a woman in Newport Pagnell.
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 17:24:34 +0100Armed police respond to major incident involving 'weapon' in High Wycombe-Recap
Armed police respond to major incident at Handy Cross
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100Brownfield sites up for sale to developers in High Wycombe
A residential development opportunity has become available that could bring new affordable housing to the area.
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:40:48 +0100Late-night and Sunday bus services launched for South Bucks and beyond
Late-night journeys and Sunday services are among a raft of improvements introduced as part of a network review.
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:34:48 +0100More than 100 homes planned for High Wycombe scrubland
More than 100 homes could be built on council-owned scrubland in High Wycombe after Buckinghamshire Council approved plans to work with a neighbouring landowner.
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:35:03 +0100Train passengers face 'major disruption' after lorry collides with bridge
Good morning, welcome to our live coverage of train delays due to a lorry colliding with a bridge between Gerrards Cross and South Ruislip.