Bucks Free Press
Sat, 14 Jun 2025 09:52:38 +0100Family-owned Bucks bakery closes its doors after 83 years
A popular family-owned bakery in Marlow bakery is set to close it’s doors today after 83 years of service to the community. Burgers Artisan Bakery, High Street was known for its delicious breads, cakes and pastries and hand-crafted chocolates and...
Sat, 14 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100Bucks councillor faces criticism for 'offensive' posts from account linked to him
A Bucks councillor has faced criticism after a series of 'offensive' posts were sent from an account linked to him.
Sat, 14 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100Residents warn of crash risks over Bucks pub’s 1am alcohol bid
Residents in a Bucks village have objected to a pub's plans to sell alcohol until 1am, citing fears of further accidents.
Sat, 14 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100Up to 140 new homes planned near High Wycombe as residents invited to have say
Up to 140 new homes could be built near High Wycombe as residents in the area are invited to have their say.
Sat, 14 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100Bucks 'showstopper' pubs with 'jaw-dropping' views among best UK beer gardens
Bucks pubs The Black Boy in Oving and The Royal Oak in Bovington were highlighted by Muddy Stilettos as having the best beer gardens with views in the UK.
Sat, 14 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100Bucks Christmas Day killer to be sentenced for fatal stabbing of two women
A Bucks man is set to be sentenced next week for the murder of two women who he stabbed on Christmas Day.
Sat, 14 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100Listed: All of the road works taking place across Buckinghamshire in the next week
Work continues on road repairs across Buckinghamshire, both through our extensive planned programme and in response to reports from the public and our own inspections. Over 340 schemes are being delivered this year, including larger resurfacing proje...
Sat, 14 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100Council approves three storey expansion at hotel near Wycombe
A major expansion of a budget hotel near Wycombe has been given the green light by Buckinghamshire Council.
Sat, 14 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100From amazing adders to hedgehog babies: Camera Club Members capture Bucks wildlife
A bucks adder, baby hedgehogs bees, cormorants and more in this weeks Camera Club collection.
Sat, 14 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100'We are a hidden gem in the town' - How popular arts centre is doing this summer
A former church that has been transformed into one of the largest creative hubs in High Wycombe has revealed it ‘wants to help as many people as possible’ through its events.
Sat, 14 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100Full Strawberry Moon over Bucks captured by camera club member
The image, shared in the Bucks Free Press Camera Club with the caption "Beautiful 'Strawberry' moon tonight".
Sat, 14 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100Strictly Come Dancing winners and West End hit coming to Wycombe Swan
There will be Strictly Come Dancing winners and a West End hit show at Wycombe Swan Theatre in June.
Sat, 14 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100Contemporary house with 'green' roof on the market for nearly £1.7m
An energy efficient, contemporary home in a Buckinghamshire village has been placed on the market.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 18:01:23 +0100Attempted murder arrest after drive-by shooting in Bucks town
A Bucks man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a drive-by shooting in Chesham.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 20:26:33 +0100Bucks thunderstorm warning as Met Office says power cuts and floods possible
A yellow thunderstorm warning is in place for High Wycombe as residents are warned of possible power cuts and flooding.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 14:43:59 +0100Bucks drug dealer, 19, jailed after police seize £22,000 haul of cash and cannabis
A Bucks drug dealer has been jailed after police located more than £22,000 worth of cannabis and cash.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 12:30:00 +0100Sales and marketing building proposed for Bucks village 259-house development
Savills has applied for a sales suite on behalf of Bellway Homes, who will be building 259 homes off the Amersham Road in Hazelmere.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 16:00:00 +0100Public tasked with naming six piglets born at Buckinghamshire farm
A wave of joy has swept across Buckinghamshire farm has six piglets that were born in the county.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 12:47:44 +0100Buckinghamshire leader will 'fight for a better deal' following spending review
The leader of Buckinghamshire Council has hit out at the chancellor following the recent spending review.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 12:10:18 +0100Flights impacting airport near Buckinghamshire diverted due to Israel/Iran conflict
Five Air India flights that departed from Heathrow Airport have been diverted following Israel’s attack on Iran.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 07:23:47 +0100Wanted thief arrested and vehicle seized after van search
A man wanted for theft offences by Essex police has been arrested in Beaconsfield and a van was seized.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100How Red Kite Community Housing did their bit to help the local community
Red Kite Community Housing have been doing its bit to help High Wycombe and the surrounding areas in its annual community day.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100Dirty floors and cross-contamination risk - Top Bucks restaurant's failings revealed
Dirty floors, the risk of cross-contamination and ‘poor knowledge to identify allergen particulars of certain foods’ were just some of the reasons why an award-winning restaurant failed a recent hygiene inspection.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100Revealed: Images show why and how award-winning restaurant failed hygiene inspection
Images taken from the kitchen of an award-winning restaurant have revealed why they failed their most recent food hygiene inspection.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 16:00:00 +0100Demolition for three-terraced townhouses approved on £3m average house price road
An application to knock down 105 Burkes Road in Beaconsfield and build three new terraced townhouses was permitted by Bucks council on June 10.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 10:58:14 +0100Bucks bus driver abused and threatened after saying no open alcohol onboard
Thames Valley Police is releasing CCTV images of two men who may have vital information in connection with an incident on a bus in Milton Keynes.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100'Oldest building' in Bucks town listed pub renovation to become 'safe day nursery'
Owners of a listed Bucks pub described as "the oldest building in Ley Hill" submitted plans to become a "safe day nursery".
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 07:55:13 +0100Bucks village discarded shed on fire in hedgerow extinguished by firefighters
A discarded shed on fire in a hedgerow in Little Marlow was attended by firefighters.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 20:00:00 +0100Historian comedian with two sold out Edinburgh Fringe shows coming to Wycombe Swan
Historian/ two time sold out Edinburgh Fringe comedian Paul Coulter coming to Wycombe with 5 Mistakes That Changed History tour, June 19.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 08:50:32 +0100Fluffy cat, crow, deer and ducklings rescued by firefighters in Bucks towns
This month, firefighters rescued animals, including a cat in Chesham, a crow in Beaconsfield, a deer in Bletchley and ducklings in Milton Keynes.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 12:30:00 +0100Peregrine falcon's pigeon nest attack caught on camera at Bucks church
A peregrine falcon has been videoed swiftly attacking a pigeon's nest on All Saints Church in Marlow on Wildlife cameras.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100Town council halts support for mural taking back £7k and supplies amid land concern
Marlow Town Council has stopped support for its 'Path of Positivity' children's mural project, taking back over £7,000 after realising it was on private land.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100Tributes to 105-year-old Wycombe man who was part of Windrush generation
The family of a 105-year-old Wycombe man from St Vincent part of the Windrush generation have paid tribute to him ahead of his funeral next week.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100Bucks boutique accessories company pop-up at John Lewis Oxford Street for Royal Ascot
A Bourne End boutique accessories company is running a pop-up from June 9 -22 in John Lewis Oxford Street to mark Royal Ascot.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 16:00:00 +0100Bucks man gains approval for hand-built sheds despite concerns over site use
An application for two agricultural buildings in Taplow have been given the go ahead, after concerns were raised to Buckinghamshire Council that the applicant was living on site.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100Four-bedroom house in Buckinghamshire village on sale for £1.2m
A four-bedroom house in Stoke Poges is up for sale for £1.2 million.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 16:12:11 +0100How to protect your home from costly thunderstorms and flooding damage
Insurers share their advice for protecting your home against flood and thunderstorm damage
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 16:12:58 +0100Hidden banknotes, wedding rings and coin collections: the most skipped valuables
Don't be tempted to throw things away without checking them say experts, as valuables worth thousands are lost in skips
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 16:11:33 +0100Poundland customers react to 'ironic' £1 sale as stores face closure
Poundland has been sold for £1, putting up to 100 shops at risk, it has been reported.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 16:10:52 +0100FSA issues 'do not eat' warning over chocolate that may be a 'food safety risk'
The FSA said: “If in doubt, don’t buy it and report any concerns to your local authority.”
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 16:10:05 +0100Biggest lottery win in UK history available tonight in £208m EuroMillions draw
The EuroMillions jackpot is capped once it reaches 250 million euros – or £208 million.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 16:09:24 +0100'Do not eat': Lidl issues recall warning as food may contain 'pieces of metal'
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has warned anyone who has purchased the recalled item from Lidl not to eat it.
Thu, 12 Jun 2025 14:40:42 +0100Bucks man jailed after police discover over £16,000 of drugs in Bracknell home
Two men have been sentenced after police discovered over £16,000 of drugs in a Bracknell property. Cameron Tinto, aged 20, of West Wycombe Road, High Wycombe, and Ori Oscar, aged 27, of Leaves Green, Bracknell, appeared in Reading Crown Court on Fri...
Thu, 12 Jun 2025 10:39:10 +0100Multi-vehicle crash causes motorway traffic chaos with lanes closed
Emergency services are on the scene at a multi-vehicle crash on M4, which has closed two lanes eastbound between J4 Heathrow and J3 Feltham.
Thu, 12 Jun 2025 19:04:35 +0100Boy, 16, wanted after OAP has neck slashed on quiet street remains at large
A 16-year-old boy who is wanted by police after an elderly woman had her neck slashed with a knife has still not been found.
Thu, 12 Jun 2025 14:48:23 +0100Man, 28, jailed after causing serious injury in drink-driving crash
A 28-year-old man has been jailed for nearly three years after he admitted to causing a serious injury when drink-driving.
Thu, 12 Jun 2025 12:30:00 +0100Man who stabbed neighbour and shot policeman will get sentenced on this date
A new date has been set for the sentencing of a Downley man who stabbed his neighbour and shot a police officer with a crossbow.
Thu, 12 Jun 2025 09:15:08 +0100Buckinghamshire MP 'pleased' as two Israeli ministers are banned from the UK
High Wycombe’s MP Emma Reynolds has said she is ‘pleased’ that the current UK government have sanctioned two Israeli ministers.
Thu, 12 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100High Wycombe MP seen eating at one of the UK's best fish and chip shops
High Wycombe’s MP was seen celebrating National Fish and Chip Day at one of the country’s best chip shops.
Thu, 12 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100Drivers fined £500 for littering in newly adopted enforcement notice project
Three drivers have been fined £500 after they were caught littering from their vehicles, making them the first to receive the penalty for their actions.