Bucks Free Press

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Girls' grammar school maintains founder's values in 125th year says head
The school founder's legacy is living on at Wycombe High in its 125th anniversary year, as the girls' grammar launches celebrations.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Controversy over permit issued for Hazlemere Sixes football tournament
A parish council approved a permit for a youth football tournament despite being warned it could breach a legal agreement.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Indian eatery wins curry restaurant of the year
A restaurant in Reading has won a regional award for the best curry restaurant of the year.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Resident marks Valentine's Day with trip down memory lane
A High Wycombe care home resident is marking Valentine’s Day with a trip down memory lane.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Laura Kyrke-Smith MP: 'Protecting our children in the digital age'
My wake-up call came when my seven-year-old daughter asked for a smartphone for Christmas, writes Laura-Kyrke-Smith MP.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Buckinghamshire planning round up: conversion refused and extension approved
Plans to convert a garage in Holmer Green into an extra bedroom and bathroom have been refused, by Buckinghamshire Council.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Lavish seven-bedroom house with pool up for sale for £7.25 million
A luxurious seven-bedroom detached house, on Penn Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, complete with its own swimming pool, is on sale for £7,250,000.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Inside the 'lovely' and 'happy' hidden gem cafe serving High Wycombe's best brunch
The Front Room in High Wycombe has been described as "lovely" and a hidden gem. Find out why it serves High Wycombe's best brunch.

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:13:44 +0000
Family tribute to "warm-hearted and affectionate" boy who died in crash
An Amersham family have paid tribute to a "warm-hearted and affectionate" teenager who died in a crash after coming off his motorbike in January,

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:30:00 +0000
Business owners call for urgent action over parking problems
Business owners have called on Buckinghamshire Council to take urgent action over parking problems they say are harming trade on a residential road in Aylesbury.

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
New chapter planned for former much-loved Marlow bakery
The owners of a former Marlow bakery have said work is under way to bring the building back into use, after it has sat empty for months.

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Wanderers training ground it already built approved despite objections
Wycombe Wanderers' major Marlow Road training ground redevelopment that it already built has been approved despite objections.

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:08:18 +0000
New Post Office banking hub officially open in Bucks town after five closures
A new Post Office banking hub has officially opened in Marlow town centre, where five high street bank branches closed over three years.

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 10:50:09 +0000
Flashing probe e-fit released in manhunt after incident in underpass
An e-fit image has been released amid a manhunt in a flashing probe after a man exposed himself to a woman in a Milton Keynes underpass.

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 08:52:34 +0000
PAPER PREVIEW: Bucks Free Press newspapers, February 13
With the Bucks Free Press set to hit the stands this morning (February 13), here's a preview of what's inside your newspaper.

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Developer must do environmental check it requested to avoid on 800-home plan
Developer planning 800 new homes and a school on fields near Berryfields Aylesbury have requested to avoid an environmental check.

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:47:36 +0000
Brothers jailed after conning thousands from Amersham woman in 80s
Two traders who conned a woman in her 80s into carrying out unnecessary works to her roof have been jailed.

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:52:56 +0000
Book of condolence opened after death of Bucks 17-year-old in crash
We have opened a book of condolence for tributes after the death of Luke Payne, a 17-year-old boy from Amersham.

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 07:50:41 +0000
Driver held by police after 'strong smell of alcohol' amid rural crime patrols
A driver has been taken into custody by police after a 'strong smell of alcohol' was noticed amid rural crime patrols across Bucks.

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'We cannot wait to welcome the High Wycombe community' - New sweet shop to open
Sweet-toothed residents in High Wycombe will be in for a flavoursome surprise as a new confectionery store will open in the town.

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:25:28 +0000
Residents warned to expect ice this evening
The Met Office is warning residents across Bucks to prepare for the arrival of icy conditions this evening

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:15:00 +0000
Flats plan approved in centre of Wycombe despite concern for future residents
New flats are set to be built above a Wycombe optician's practice despite concerns for noise disturbance to future residents.

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 10:53:31 +0000
Winter weather continues to bite in UK as snow and ice warnings in place
The Met Office said to be “wary” of ice and snow, with potential disruption to transport.

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 10:51:14 +0000
Households urged to check their change as 50p coin sells for £83 - how to spot
With a circulating mintage of just 200,000, the coin knocked the Kew Gardens 50p off the top spot, becoming the rarest 50p in circulation.

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 10:51:42 +0000
Parents warned to stop using these Peppa Pig products due to safety hazards
Publisher Penguin Random House UK has issued an urgent product recall of specific printings of Peppa Pig and Hey Duggee books

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 17:45:27 +0000
M40 - Updates after multi-vehicle crash closes lanes near High Wycombe
Lanes have been closed after a crash on the M40 at junction 6

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:24:15 +0000
Helicopter blade flew 180m to crash into Bucks house wisteria probe finds
Part of the blade of a crashed helicopter was propelled nearly 180 metres and embedded itself in plants attached to a Chalfont St Peter house.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Community remembers 'happy days' at closed High Wycombe shopping centre
A community has shared happy memories of a High Wycombe the Chilterns shopping centre that closed its doors for the last time earlier this month.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
High Wycombe business and charity fears for future amid shopping centre closure
A phone business and food hub charity have expressed fears for the future after a High Wycombe shopping centre permanently closed.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 09:59:40 +0000
Delays of more than 35 expected between the M25 and M40
Hello and welcome to this live blog. There are heavy delays along the M25 and M40 due to a broken-down lorry. Two lanes of the four between Junction 17 (M25) and Junction (M40)

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 17:49:29 +0000
'Necessary step to deter further offences' - Man jailed and banned from town centre
A man has been jailed after admitting to numerous public order crimes in Aylesbury.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:01:51 +0000
Woman in her 20s suffers 'serious injuries' in High Wycombe hit-and-run
A woman in her 20s was rushed to hospital with ‘serious injuries’ following a hit-and-run incident in High Wycombe.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 13:32:26 +0000
'Motorists must follow the Highway Code' Drivers told not to park outside school
Motorists in Marlow have been reminded not to park their cars near a school in the town, following reports from concerned parents.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Residents clap back after Bucks town labelled 'soulless' in Daily Mail column
Beaconsfield residents and stakeholders have clapped back after a column published in a national newspaper branded it "soulless" and "beige".

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Indian restaurant located on High Street gets lowest possible hygiene score
An Indian restaurant in Great Missenden has received a score of 0/5 following its most recent hygiene inspection.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Would-be thief was caught with balaclava, screwdriver and latex gloves
A would-be thief who was caught with a balaclava, a screwdriver and latex gloves is among those who have been sentenced in High Wycombe.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Tesco is making a major change to Clubcards this year affecting millions of customers
Tesco has confirmed it is making a major change to its Clubcard scheme this year, making it available for under-18s.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Dog owners warned they could face £2,000 fines over little known rule
Whether you've recently passed your test or have been driving for years, there are some rules in the Highway Code that many people don't even know exist

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Major new exhibition to bring Buckinghamshire's Saxon past to life
A new showcase titled The SAXONS: Three lives. Three burial sites. Three extraordinary stories is opening in March at Discover Bucks Museum in Aylesbury.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Campaign launched to save Chesham High Street amid raft of new traffic measures
A campaign has been launched to save Chesham High Street amid plans to scrap pedestrianisation in the town centre, by Buckinghamshire Council.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 18:18:04 +0000
Flooding remains in parts of Marlow amid warnings from EA
Parts of Higginson Park in Marlow remain flooded amid continued flood alerts for the town from the environment agency.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 12:30:00 +0000
Plans for 130 new homes in Holmer Green face fierce opposition
Plans to build 130 homes in Holmer Green are facing fierce opposition from residents and councillors, as plans submitted to Bucks Council.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 18:05:01 +0000
Row as councillor declines to sign civility and respect pledge at meeting
An row broke out at Hazlemere Council’s latest council meeting after a Cllr refused to sign the authority’s civility and respect pledge, prompting a heated exchange.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 16:42:28 +0000
Buckinghamshire traffic warning as multi-vehicle motorway crash causes delays
Motorists in Buckinghamshire are being warned of delays after a multi-vehicle crash on the M25 which has caused traffic in the surrounding towns

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:38:02 +0000
Man arrested by plain-clothed officers on suspicion of Wycombe shoplifting
A man has been arrested by plain-clothed officers on suspicion of shoplifting in High Wycombe.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:00:54 +0000
Warning as High Wycombe emergency works take place on major road
Emergency works are taking place on a busy High Wycombe road, motorists have been warned.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 08:52:57 +0000
Prosecco bar which has a 'great atmosphere' gets new hygiene score
A popular wine bar in Marlow has recently received a new food hygiene score.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Charity reveals it supported nearly 4,000 in 2025
Lindengate in Wendover supported 3,840 people with mental health issues in 2025, expanding nature-based therapies and new programmes for young people and families.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Charity helps shore up future of Wycombe Hospital unit
Hearts & Souls charity steps in to support Wycombe Hospital’s cardiac rehab unit, funding equipment and staff training amid NHS funding pressures and rising demand.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:18:45 +0000
Manhunt by police after off-lead dog kills deer in village
Thames Valley Police released a CCTV image of a man they want to speak to in relation to the 'dangerous dog incident'.

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