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Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Couple to renew vows at same church 50 years after wedding
Couple to renew their vows at a High Wycombe church 50 years after they got married there.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Parents angry after school announces no new sixth form students will be enrolled
Parents have reacted with anger and frustration after Sir William Ramsay School announced it would not run a new Sixth Form intake from September 2026.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:36:16 +010016-year-old known to frequent High Wycombe reported missing from Slough
A 16-year-old girl has been reported missing from Slough.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Bucks MPs react to under-16 social media ban announcement
Politicians across Bucks have reacted to a landmark government move to ban social media for under 16s.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:32:24 +0100Teenager known to frequent High Wycombe reported missing
A teenage girl known to frequent High Wycombe has been reported missing.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Wycombe pensioner 'frightened' to go outside own home due to falling branches
A High Wycombe pensioner says he is “frightened” to go into his own garden amid concerns over large, rotting tree branches falling near his home.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Two Buckinghamshire figures awarded MBEs in King's Birthday Honours
Two Buckinghamshire figures have been awarded MBEs in the King’s Birthday Honours, praising the life-changing impact of their work with vulnerable people and communities.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:17:17 +0100Former Wycombe Wanderers fan favourite to receive honorary doctorate
Former Wycombe Wanderers favourite Luke O’Nien is set to receive an Honorary Doctorate of Sport this summer.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Trust with schools in Bucks gets 'exceptional' rating in Ofsted report
High praise has been given to a specialist academy trust for its approach to inclusive education.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Fire remediation works approved for Eden Apartments given the go-ahead
Plans for works on the Eden Apartments in High Wycombe to bring the building up to current fire safety standards have been given the go-ahead.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Six‑bed Lutyens house in Chalfont St Giles on market at £1.575m
A six-bedroom detached house at Pollards Park House, in Nightingales Lane, Chalfont St. Giles, was designed by highly regarded English architect Sir Edwin Lutyens.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +010087-home development moves closer to construction after approval
A housing development in Hazlemere has moved closer to construction after plans for 87 homes received reserved matters approval, subject to several conditions.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Group aims to raise £150,000 to build new playground in Bucks park
A community group behind one of Chesham’s biggest recent park upgrades has launched a fresh £150,000 appeal — this time to build a new playground for the town’s youngest children.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 17:14:16 +0100Man sentenced for over 3 years after being seen during a drug deal
A man has been sentenced to more than three years in prison for possession with intent to supply cocaine in Aylesbury.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:19:44 +0100Listed: 5 NHS GP surgeries in High Wycombe that are accepting new patients
Below are 5 GP surgeries in High Wycombe that are currently accepting new patients.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100Thames Water 'would need to pay £749m' under controversial deal
Thames Water would need to pay £749m if a controversial deal that would see creditors take control of the utility is agreed to.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:04:27 +0100Five fire crews rush to blaze that spread into roof space of three-storey building
Five fire crews rushed to Chesham after a blaze spread to the roof space of a three-storey building.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:30:00 +0100TVP sergeant attempted unwanted contact with junior colleague
A police sergeant who pestered a junior colleague and attempted to engage in unwanted physical contact would have been sacked if he had not resigned, a misconduct panel found.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:22:03 +0100Thames Water on brink of nationalisation after Wycombe MP criticises £10bn deal
Thames Water is reportedly on the brink of temporary nationalisation after the Environment Secretary cast doubt on a £10 billion rescue deal for the troubled supplier.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:34:15 +0100Daws Hill Lane: Driving instructor warned of fatal crash moments before tragedy
A High Wycombe driving instructor feared a speeding driver would “kill someone” moments before a catastrophic crash that claimed two lives, an inquest has heard.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100Man, 19, was over drug limit and speeding 'between 70 and 80 mph' before crash
A High Wycombe crash that left one victim “incarcerated” in a burning wreck was the result of high speed, drug use and reckless driving, an inquest has heard.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:43:39 +0100Plain-clothes officers carry out retail crime crackdown at Bucks M&S
A plain-clothes police operation was carried out at Marks & Spencer in Princes Risborough on June 15 to tackle shoplifting and retail crime.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:13:25 +0100Former plumber finds unexpected passion for art after retirement
A former tradesman from Holmer Green has swapped plumbing tools for paintbrushes after retirement – and discovered an unexpected passion for art.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 07:34:04 +0100Rowing regatta returns to the River Thames as hundreds attend
Hundreds gathered along the banks of the River Thames on Saturday, June 13, as the Marlow Town Regatta returned in style for its 2026 edition.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:38:12 +0100Prosecutors to decide if sexual assault case will continue
Prosecutors are due to decide if the case of a man in his 60s charged with sexual assault will be proceeded with.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:46:55 +0100Man, 18, arrested on suspicion of shoplifting and assault in police crackdown
Plain-clothed police officers have made several arrests during a targeted operation to crack down on shoplifting.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Lib Dems launch plan to cut energy bills by £100 a year in Wokingham
Lib Dem MP Clive Jones has backed new plans which could cut energy bills by £100 for the average household in Wokingham.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:49:20 +0100ABBA say 'loss is immeasurable' as they announce death of Görel Hanser aged 76
ABBA have told fans their "loss is immeasurable" as they announce the death of their beloved long-time manager and friend Görel Hanser, aged 76.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0100Woodlands Park highlights Forest Healthcare’s National Award
Local Buckinghamshire Care Centre Celebrates High-Profile Recognition of Forest Healthcare
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:44:59 +0100Bucks Council debunks X claims it spent nearly £1 billion on taxi services
Buckinghamshire Council has moved to debunk claims that it spent nearly £1 billion on taxi services after a figure published online was found to be the result of a data-entry error.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:15:05 +0100Bucks MP objects to huge M40 data centre plans on green belt
A Bucks MP has objected to plans to build a hyperscale data centre on Buckinghamshire green belt land next to the M40.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:48:46 +0100Families can holiday for less than £20 a night in Britain's top staycation spots
A new study has ranked the UK's best-value family camping breaks, with most campsites under £20 a night, free attractions and affordable days out.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:47:22 +0100Energy bill warning as one in three now fear falling behind ahead of price hike
A third of UK adults are already in energy debt or fear falling behind, with some skipping meals and turning to food banks ahead of a July bill increase.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:46:18 +01003 simple energy-saving tips to cut your bills by up to £433 before July's price hike
Energy bills are forecast to rise by 13% from July, but experts say three simple changes could save households up to £433 a year.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:42:13 +0100Sara Cox finally confirms when her BBC Radio 2 Breakfast show will start
Sara Cox has confirmed the date she will be starting her new BBC Radio 2 Breakfast show.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:40:57 +0100US fast food chain rivalling KFC to open first site in UK after 30 years in business
Louisiana-born chicken brand Raising Cane’s, loved by the likes of Snoop Dogg and Post Malone, is set to open its first UK location.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:39:12 +0100TV star reveals ITV 'in talks' to revive hugely popular series after 17 years away
Gordon Ramsay has revealed he is talking to ITV over a potential reboot of his iconic series Hell's Kitchen, which has not aired since 2009.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:37:26 +0100Brits to face travel chaos at major Spanish airport this week as long queues expected
Workers at Palma Airport in Majorca, Spain, are due to strike this week - see how it will impact travellers.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100PHOTOS: High Wycombe Pride 2026 held at Buckinghamshire New University
High Wycombe's annual Pride event took place last Saturday, June 13.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:30:00 +0100New padel courts and wellness facility set to be created in Buckinghamshire
A new racquet and wellness facility in Marlow is set to be created, despite the plans being recommended for refusal.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:46:41 +0100Marlow Bottom shop could sell alcohol until 11pm under new application
A Marlow Bottom convenience store could soon be selling alcohol seven days a week until 11pm a week under a new licence application.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:45:50 +0100Wycombe boy, 17, arrested after series of knifepoint robberies leaves man in hospital
A High Wycombe boy has been arrested after a series of knifepoint robberies which left a man in hospital.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:30:00 +0100MP praises organisers of Pride event in High Wycombe
MP Emma Reynolds joined residents and visitors at High Wycombe Pride.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:15:16 +0100Investigation launched after woman attacked by e-scooter-rider on Wycombe street
A woman in her twenties was followed and assaulted by a man on an e-scooter in High Wycombe.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Adult neurodivergent support group in Bucks is growing in demand
A support group for neurodivergent adults says demand has grown quickly.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Road closures and diversions planned across Bucks next week
Bucks road users face another week of disruptions as improvement works continue across the county.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100Bucks residents told to stop feeding red kites as it's 'putting people at risk'
Residents of a Bucks town are being urged to stop feeding red kites.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:38:55 +0100'Something out of a horror film' - Residents react following dog incident
Residents along a Chesham street have expressed their shock and concern following a late-night attack between two dogs.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:04:40 +0100Arrests for indecent exposure and criminal damage after facial recognition crackdown
Arrests have been made for exposure and criminal damage as facial recognition cameras were deployed in High Wycombe again.