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Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Popular BBC One programme visits Bucks recycling centre
A High Wycombe recycling centre has featured in the latest episode of a BBC programme that transforms unwanted items into new creations.
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 09:24:16 +0100One-year-old rush to hospital with 'serious injuries' after falling from window
One-year-old rushed to hospital after falling from window in High Wycombe.
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 07:31:06 +0100'Very dramatic': Locals react after telegraph pole crash shuts village road
A Flackwell Heath shop worker described the moment a telegraph pole fell in the village as "very dramatic" after major road was forced to close for several hours.
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Business registered in High Wycombe enters administration
A jewellery company registered in High Wycombe has entered administration, according to a notice published in The London Gazette.
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Teacher who showed 'no remorse' when drinking on the job barred from the profession
A former primary school teacher from Slough has been banned from teaching after a professional conduct panel found she attended school while drunk and acted dishonestly towards her employer.
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Religious hate crime risen sharply in the last 12 months across Thames Valley
Religious hate crime has risen by more than a third (36 per cent) across the Thames Valley region in the last year, newly published figures show.
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Residents warned of loud bangs and searchlights during filming rehearsals
Residents living near Chesham have been warned to expect loud bangs and moving searchlights during overnight filming rehearsals.
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Two Bucks recycling centres to shut for major drainage upgrades
Buckinghamshire Council has announced that the centres in Aylesbury and Langley will shut temporarily.
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 07:50:53 +0100Marlow man hit with multiple penalties after shoplifting and disorder
A man has been hit with multiple penalties in relation to recent anti-social behaviour.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Secret service at wedding as tech icon's daughter stalked, Wycombe court told
A stalker targeted tech icon Steve Jobs' daughter on her wedding day in the Cotswolds, attended by the Secret Service, leaving her feeling "unsafe".
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Round up of some of the criminals jailed in July 2026
Here is a round-up of some of the criminals jailed in July 2026.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100Former High Wycombe pub could become convenience store under new plans
A former High Wycombe pub could be transformed into a convenience store under newly submitted plans.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:04:04 +0100'Delays possible' as emergency works carried out on a Wycombe road
Buckinghamshire motorists are being warned of possible delays as emergency works are carried out on a road in High Wycombe.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:51:11 +0100Buckinghamshire road closure due to emergency works
The A413 between Buckingham and Padbury has been 'fully' closed in both directions due to emergency works.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:19:33 +0100Major route closed after telegraph pole falls
Good morning, welcome to our live coverage of a road closure in Flackwell Heath.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:38:59 +0100Mounted police section faced 'very-real possibility' of evacuation after field fire
Thames Valley Police mounted section faced the 'very-real' possibility of evacuation after a field fire.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100New Buckinghamshire taxi-licensing policy faces legal challenge before launch
A revised taxi-licensing policy due to take effect across Buckinghamshire is facing a legal challenge.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0100Plans revealed to turn Bucks pub into BBQ restaurant
Plans to turn a pub into a BBQ restaurant in Iver have been unveiled.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:43:51 +010082-year-old woman in critical condition after being hit by car on zebra crossing
An 82-year-old woman remains in a critical condition in hospital after being struck by a car while crossing a road in Little Chalfont.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:42:08 +0100Mail bag signed by ten robbers from The Great Train Robbery up for sale
A mail bag signed by 10 members of the notorious Great Train Robbery gang is set to go up for auction.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:02:30 +0100Man hurt as men used 'violence' to steal electric bike at recreation ground
A man was robbed of his electric bike after being surrounded at Hazlemere Recreation Ground.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100High Wycombe shop needs 'major improvement necessary' after failing inspection
A convenience store in High Wycombe has been told major improvements are needed after failing a food hygiene score.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100Parents shocked as High Wycombe Clip 'n Climb closes without warning
A parent has spoken of her frustration after arriving for a booked session at Clip 'n Climb High Wycombe to find the attraction unexpectedly closed.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:28:18 +0100Bear Grylls opens up on faith after baptising former Marlow resident Russell Brand
Bear Grylls has spoken about his decision to baptise former Marlow resident Russell Brand, saying his Christian faith continues to guide him not to judge others.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:51:15 +0100Work begins to dismantle historic Victorian High Wycombe pub into flats
Work has begun to dismantle a Victorian-era pub in High Wycombe that has stood for more than 150 years.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:13:06 +0100Further arrest made in connection with murder investigation
Police have made a further arrest in connection with the murder investigation in Bletchley.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:35:38 +0100High Wycombe man, 21, jailed for numerous crack cocaine crimes
A man from High Wycombe has been jailed for numerous drug crimes.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:42:50 +0100Petition to stop the early release of PC Harper's killers reaches over 160,000
A petition calling for the killers of PC Andrew Harper to be barred from early release has attracted more than 160,000 signatures amid mounting public backlash.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:19:55 +0100Police step up patrols in crackdown on illegal motorbike anti-social behaviour
Police carried out a day of action in and around Princes Risborough as part of ongoing efforts to tackle anti-social behaviour linked to illegal motorbikes.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:09:05 +0100Over 10 drivers caught speeding during police enforcement operation
A dozen motorists were caught speeding during a police enforcement operation across the Princes Risborough area.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:52:10 +0100Man, 26, arrested for alleged cocaine-related crimes in Bucks town
A man has been arrested on suspicion of drug supply offences after being stopped by police in Aylesbury.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:44:54 +0100Man arrested on suspicion of supplying drugs after e-bike stop
A man has been arrested on suspicion of supplying drugs in Aylesbury.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:18:58 +0100Public meeting called after rise in anti-social behaviour incidents in Marlow
A community meeting is set to take place in Marlow this week following a reported rise in anti-social behaviour across parts of the town.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Thousands of people sign petition to block early release of PC Harper's killers
Thousands of people have signed a petition calling for PC Andrew Harper's killers to stay behind bars
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100'It is concerning' - Councillor questions repeated zero-star ratings at Chesham shop
A Chesham councillor has described the repeated failure of a town convenience store's food hygiene inspections as "concerning" and says she is awaiting further information from environmental health officers about how the business remains open.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Five Buckinghamshire crimes and cases that made national headlines
Buckinghamshire has been the setting for several crimes and criminal cases that have attracted attention far beyond the county's borders.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0100Colleagues at insurance brokers set to take on charity challenge
A team of colleagues is lacing up their shoes and hitting the pavement to support a charity.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:28:55 +0100Arrest made in connection with incident of affray
A 32-year-old man has been arrested after an incident in which members of the public were threatened with a weapons believed to be a samurai sword.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:03:41 +0100Disposable BBQs removed from supermarket shelves amid UK wildfire risk
The likes of Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury's and Co-op have removed disposable BBQs from sale amid wildfire risks in the UK
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:03:18 +0100Dog owners given urgent life-saving advice to keep their pets safe around open water
The Dogs Trust has given urgent life-saving advice for owners to keep their pets safe around open water
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:02:57 +0100UK travel company enters liquidation after 11 years with no new trips available
TS Travels Group, which began operating in 2015, was a "leading coach and minibus hire company", but has now entered liquidation.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0100Proposed ‘Furzen Solar Farm’ in Buckinghamshire enters public consultation
A new solar farm proposed by RWE Renewables UK on land 970 metres north-west of the East Claydon National Grid Substation, between Steeple Claydon and Winslow, has launched its public consultation, running from the August 3 until the September 14 202...
Tue, 04 Aug 2026 08:11:16 +0100The flights cancelled or delayed at Heathrow Airport today
Some holidaymakers have seen their flights delayed or cancelled at Heathrow Airport today (Tuesday, August 4), according to Flightradar24.com.
Tue, 04 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Police have new weapon to stop e-bikes and e-scooters
Police forces across the UK are using new 'SmartTag' technology as part of a crackdown on e-bikes, e-scooters and motorcycles.
Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0100Marlow to get bleed kit and defibrillator weeks after High Street stabbing
A lifesaving bleed-control kit and defibrillator are set to be installed in Marlow town centre weeks after a man was stabbed in the High Street.
Tue, 04 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100Bucks Local Plan accused of creating ‘north-south divide’ between county communities
Opposition councillors have criticised Buckinghamshire Council’s draft Local Plan, with one accusing it of creating a “north-south divide”.
Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0100Volunteer day lets more children benefit from national initiative
A new charity partnership is bringing fresh opportunities for outdoor learning and community engagement.
Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0100Asking price reduced as no takers for High Wycombe pub
A popular High Wycombe pub remains on the market more than a year after first being listed for sale, with its asking price now reduced by £100,000.
Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:30:15 +0100WATCH: Men jailed after £30,000 worth of drugs seized in huge operation
Two men have been jailed after admitting drug supply offences following an investigation by Thames Valley Police's Neighbourhood Disruption Team.
Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100Police issue fresh response on High Wycombe pensioner attack
Police have confirmed there are currently no further updates in the investigation into a serious attack on Woodside Road in High Wycombe.