Bucks Free Press
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000100-year-old woman wanted to die after husband's death, gardener tells murder trial
The gardener of a 100-year-old woman who died in buckinghamshire, and whose hotelier son and daughter are charged with her murder, has told a jury she wanted to die after the death of her husband.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000RANKED: Buckinghamshire's best secondary schools revealed in new results table
The best secondary schools in Buckinghamshire have been ranked using provisional Department for Education figures for the 2025/26 academic year.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000'Delays likely' with roadworks planned on busy route into Buckinghamshire town
Roadworks will be carried out on Wendover Road in Aylesbury next week with delays expected on the busy main route.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000High Wycombe-based house and pet-sitting network wins national award
High Wycombe-based HouseSit Match wins Pet Sitter Network of the Year at the 2026 UK Pet Industry Awards, recognised for pet welfare and network of sitters.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Food Review: The Royal Saracens Head impresses following huge renovation
Few buildings in Beaconsfield attract attention quite like the Royal Saracens Head.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Buckinghamshire's best attraction revealed as wildlife centre tops list
A wildlife rescue centre in Buckinghamshire has been named the county's highest-rated visitor attraction in a new ranking based on thousands of Google reviews.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Anti-fly-tipping notice appears on empty building along busy street in town centre
An anti-fly-tipping warning has appeared on a vacant High Wycombe town centre unit that has previously been plagued by people leaving unwanted items outside.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Aylesbury Tory candidate's 30-year Bucks residency questioned
Questions raised over Aylesbury Conservatives' 30-year residency claim after Jane MacBean previously called Bishop Auckland her home.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Planning round up: Wycombe roof, Amersham flats and Marlow cabin
Plans to replace roof coverings described as asbestos-type slate at two High Wycombe addresses have been approved.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:01:00 +0000High Wycombe music shows include Beatles tribute band
Music lovers are in for a treat in High Wycombe.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +000019-year-old helps shape how £20m of charity investment is allocated
A teenager is helping to influence how millions of pounds of charity cash are invested.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Artist paints six High Wycombe GP surgeries to thank staff for her care
Artist Jennifer Stokes is giving paintings of six High Wycombe GP surgeries to recognise the care she has received.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Six-bedroom home with triple garage listed in Chalfont St Giles
Grovebury House, with six bedrooms is on market in Chalfont St Giles, for £2,950,000.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000New director appointed to lead Roald Dahl Museum
A new director has been appointed to lead the Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Tesco colleagues raise more than £200,000 for Cancer Research UK in 13-mile walk
Hundreds of Tesco colleagues in Buckinghamshire have raised more than £200,000 through a sponsored walk.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Charity dinner raises more than £10,000 to help people facing homelessness
A special charity dinner at Brasserie Blanc Beaconsfield has raised more than £10,000 to help people facing homelessness.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Planning applications submitted to Buckinghamshire Council
Several planning applications have been submitted to Buckinghamshire Council over the past week.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Pinewood Studios marks Remembrance with service and wreath-laying
Pinewood Studios has hosted its 26th annual Remembrance Service.
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Bucks Free Press Camera Club: Autumn leaves create colourful scenes
Falling leaves and colourful woodland scenes feature in this week’s Bucks Free Press Camera Club selection of autumn photographs.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 15:05:24 +0000Two suspected drug dealers arrested after drone investigation at Slough shop
Two people have been arrested in Slough after police officers used dogs and drones to disrupt suspected drug dealing in the area.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Council issues statement on David Walliams books in libraries
Buckinghamshire Council says it will not remove books by David Walliams from its libraries following reports of allegations of sexual misconduct against him.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 12:04:23 +0000Bucks MPs furious after asylum centre plans near Bicester win planning approval
Furious Buckinghamshire MPs have condemned the Government’s approval of plans for an asylum centre near Bicester.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Marlow, Aylesbury and High Wycombe feature in new 2026 UK sex map
Marlow, Aylesbury, High Wycombe and other local towns have been ranked in Lovehoney's new 2026 UK Sex Map.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000In the dock: Prolific shoplifter and drug drivers convicted in High Wycombe
A look at the most recent cases resolved at High Wycombe Magistrates Court, this week's cases included the sentencing for a serial shoplifter and drivers under the infuence.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 08:42:13 +0000Thames Valley Police report issues due to Microsoft outage
Some people in Buckinghamshire are struggling to report crime to the police due to the Microsoft outage.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000M40 closures this weekend as Buckinghamshire drivers warned of disruption
M40 closures are planned this weekend, with Buckinghamshire motorists facing disruption including a full southbound carriageway closure near Beaconsfield.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000New Bucks prison expected to be privately run, report says
A Ministry of Justice report says the new prison near Grendon is expected to be privately operated, subject to future ministerial agreement.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 20:13:01 +0000Two lanes closed after crash on M40 link road to M25
Two lanes have closed following a crash on a busy motorway link road this evening (Friday, November 13), causing delays for drivers.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 19:16:02 +0000Car without tax or MOT in seven years appears on busy High Wycombe street
Questions have been raised over the status of a vehicle parked on a busy High Wycombe street after checks suggested the registration number displayed may be linked to a different car.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 16:43:05 +0000Pedestrian, 84, dies in hospital following car crash on quiet street
An 84-year-old man who was struck by a car in Amersham has died.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 16:00:00 +0000High Street charity shop prepares for final day of trade after 45 years
A charity shop which has sat along High Wycombe High Street for over 40 years is now preparing for its final day of trade.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000Britpop stars announced for Pub in the Park Marlow as three special guests join
Phil Daniels, Republica's Saffron and Reef frontman Gary Stringer will join Alex James' Britpop Classical at Pub in the Park Marlow in May.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 10:53:19 +0000Recap: Police and council services down in Bucks as Microsoft outage continues
Good morning, welcome to our live coverage of the impact of the Microsoft outage on Buckinghamshire.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000An 'extremely beautiful' village café and bistro receives new hygiene score
A Chalfont St Peter café and bistro has received a new hygiene score following a recent inspection.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Couple, 25 and 30, takeover village pub as opening date is officially confirmed
The new landlords of The Stag in Flackwell Heath say they are determined to restore confidence in the village pub and turn it into a thriving destination for both locals and visitors.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000New figures reveal prescription spending across Buckinghamshire
Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire West spends significantly less on prescriptions per person than many other parts of England, according to a new study.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 20:00:00 +0000Bucks council leader says concerns were ignored as Bicester asylum plans win approval
Buckinghamshire Council’s leader has criticised the Government for failing to properly engage with communities after granting planning permission for asylum accommodation at a former military site near Bicester.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 11:12:35 +0000Police confirm why helicopter was over Wycombe early this morning
Police helicopter searched High Wycombe for a missing person on November 13. Thames Valley Police said they were found safe and well.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Women say poor lighting makes High Wycombe streets feel unsafe after dark
A councillor says women are avoiding streets, taking longer routes and refusing to walk alone after dark because of poor lighting and fears about crime.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000GP told murder accused siblings not to give mother more painkillers, court hears
A GP who visited an elderly woman hours before her death in Buckinghamshire told her children, who are now accused of her murder by administering morphine, not to give her any further pain killing medication, a court heard.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 15:31:58 +0000Grand opening event held for new home care service
CareYourWay Chilterns and South Buckinghamshire has opened in Amersham, offering dementia, live-in, respite and palliative home care across Buckinghamshire.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000270 High Wycombe children bring books to life in BBC Children in Need challenge
More than 270 children are bringing books to life through music and movement as part of a nationwide nursery challenge for BBC Children in Need.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Wycombe Arts Centre unveils community exhibition across six town venues
There is lots going on at Wycombe Arts Centre this winter.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 15:43:37 +0000Police officer facing misconduct for 'using force' on 15-year-old in custody
A Thames Valley Police officer is facing a misconduct hearing for allegedly 'using force' without any justification against a 15-year-old in custody.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000100-year-old woman's health got 'worse and worse' before death in Bucks, jury hears
A carer has told a jury that the health of the 100-year-old mother of an Oxford hotelier and his sister got 'worse and worse' shortly before she died.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 16:48:09 +0000Police renew appeal for missing mother and son believed to be in Slough
Police have renewed an appeal to find missing Tina, 55, and her son Kearno, 22, who are believed to have been in the Slough area since September 18.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 12:30:00 +0000Bucks professor marks major life milestone with poignant artwork in town exhibition
A Bucks New University professor is among more than 100 local artists showcasing their work across High Wycombe in a major community exhibition.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +000015m stack proposed for waste plant near Wycombe processing bulky household rubbish
A new waste plant with an emissions stack up to 15 metres high could be built near Wycombe to shred bulky household rubbish containing persistent pollutants.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 07:28:26 +0000Marlow closure order extended after anti-social behaviour concerns
A closure order imposed on a property in Marlow has been extended for a further three months following ongoing anti-social behaviour concerns.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 12:53:00 +0000Man hospitalised after late night brawl in Buckinghamshire town
A man was sent to hospital after he was hit with a metal object near a kebab van in Beaconsfield.