Bucks Free Press
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 09:18:03 +0000Bucks motorway traffic chaos after crash as all lanes stopped for recovery
All lanes stopped and queueing traffic due to recovery work after a crash on M25 clockwise after J16 M40 with congestion to J15 M4.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Bracknell Forest Council refuses to comment on former mayor's trial
Bracknell Forest Borough Council has refused to comment on the prosecution of its former mayor.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Cause of death of salesman found dead at home, 'unascertained' inquest hears
The cause of death of a man who was found dead at his home in Denham has been described as ‘unascertained’, an inquest opening has confirmed.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Six drug drivers who have been sentenced at High Wycombe Magistrates' Court
Drug drivers who were caught on Buckinghamshire's roads have been sentenced at High Wycombe Magistrates' Court.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Objectors raise noise concerns over plans for new industrial units
Concerns have been raised over noise from plans to build two new industrial units at an estate in Marlow Bottom, submitted to Bucks Council.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Inside the English Heritage gem 50 minutes from Buckinghamshire for a great day out
The English Heritage site, Wrest Park, is less than an hour from Buckinghamshire and is the perfect place for a day out.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Bungalow to be demolished for two new houses in Marlow Bottom
Plans to demolish a bungalow and build two four-bedroom houses in Marlow Bottom have been approved, despite a Marlow Bottom Council objection.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 13:30:51 +0000Dangerous driver fled scene of fatal M40 crash after speeding at up to 146mph
A man who ran from the scene of a fatal M40 crash has been jailed for causing death by dangerous driving.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 17:13:41 +0000Wycombe Wanderers face objections to training ground plan it has already built
Wycombe Wanderers has faced objections after submitting a planning application, to Buckinghamshire Council, for a major redevelopment of its training ground, despite the development already being built.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:38:37 +0000Wycombe e-scooters to keep running until 2028 while Princes Risborough will end
E-scooters will remain in High Wycombe until at least 2028, while they are set to be scrapped in Princes Risborough, after Buckinghamshire Council decision.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:14:19 +0000Family of Wycombe student with 'heart of gold' pay tribute after 'tragic accident'
The family of a Wycombe university student who died after a 'tragic accident' while she unloaded a car has paid tribute.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Plans to lower speed limit on A4128 from 40 to 30 mph
Plans to reduce the speed limit on the A4128 Wycombe Road by Buckinghamshire Council from 40mph to 30mph have attracted mixed views from residents.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:12:41 +0000Investigation launched after fight breaks out following Slough clash with Chelmsford
An investigation has been launched after a fight broke out following Slough's clash with Chelmsford City.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Amersham school to accept girls for first time in history
The Beacon School in Amersham will accept girls into its main student body for the first time in its 93-year history.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 20:20:56 +0000'Human remains' found by police during murder probe search
Thames Valley Police has found "human remains" during searches in Buckinghamshire relating to a murder investigation.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000New carers café to launch at Stoke Mandeville care home
A care home in Stoke Mandeville has launched a new carers café to bring families and residents together.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:30:00 +0000'We just want it sorted' - Child hit by car as flood issues continue in village
A Chalfont St Peter councillor has called on Buckinghamshire Council to ‘escalate’ works to reduce the village’s flooding issues, after a 12-year-old boy was hit by a car.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:44:44 +0000Flood warnings issued as properties at risk in Buckinghamshire
Flood alerts have been issued in the Buckinghamshire area as water levels remain high and more rain is expected later today.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 17:39:49 +0000'Standstill traffic' seen in 'both directions' following crash
Standstill traffic was reported on a country road in High Wycombe as a result of a car crash.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:04:37 +0000Road now reopen following crash after being 'completely closed' in High Wycombe
Hello and welcome to our live blog. Delays are expected along the Marlow Road in High Wycombe due to a 'crash'. One person who is near the scene has said the road is 'completely closed'. No time frame has been given for when it will reopen. We will b...
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:26:44 +0000Award-winning Buckinghamshire restaurant handed two-out-of-five food hygiene score
The manager of a multi-award-winning restaurant has defended its reputation after food hygiene inspectors said improvement is necessary.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:51:34 +0000High Wycombe drug dealer jailed after being arrested in home of vulnerable person
A High Wycombe drug dealer has been jailed after he was arrested inside the home of a vulnerable person.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Pre-inquest review into the death of 'kind-hearted girl', 19, to take place this week
A pre-inquest review into the death of a 19-year-old woman is due to take place this week.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Man crushed to death when working on cousin's van, inquest hears
A 63-year-old man from Aylesbury was crushed to death by his cousin's van in Chesham, an inquest opening has heard.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Man found at bottom of stairs died from 'brain injury', inquest opening hears
A man who was found at the bottom of some stairs died from a ‘traumatic brain injury’, a pre-inquest hearing has heard.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:37:16 +0000Wycombe arrest after reports of parcels being stolen
An arrest has been made after reports of parcels being stolen in High Wycombe.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Nominations for youth community awards open ahead of civic celebration
Nominations for community youth awards have opened ahead of a Marlow's civic celebration.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:08:32 +0000Murder probe as police search fields near Stoke Poges for missing man
Police have launched a murder probe and are searching fields to find a missing man in Stoke Poges.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 21:27:01 +0000Bucks Free Press launching a 'Happy News' section of the paper
The Bucks Free Press is excited to be launching a new Happy News section dedicated to celebrating and sharing all the good things happening.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:23:50 +0000Chesham town trial introduces new traffic restrictions
Residents in Chesham are being asked for their views after a raft of traffic restrictions were introduced across the town centre under a Bucks council trial.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Wycombe: Engineering director loses hours of sleep over legal agreement
A Wycombe engineering boss said a legal agreement, with Bucks Council, affecting his business has caused him to lose sleep.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:30:00 +0000Bucks council green lights 'monster' data centre plan on county border
A major Wexham Road data centre has been given a green light by a Bucks local authority after it was consulted on plans.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:23:39 +0000Homeowner's 8ft fence built without planning permission ordered to be removed
A Stoke Poges homeowner has been ordered by Bucks Council to tear down an 8ft fence built without planning permission.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 07:10:15 +0000As it happened: Chiltern Railways cancellations amid overrunning works
All lines have now reopened following overrunning engineering works between Aylesbury (via Amersham) and London Marylebone, but trains running between these stations may still be cancelled and delayed.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000High Wycombe roads where you're most likely to get a parking fine
The roads in High Wycombe where most care is needed to avoid parking fines have been revealed, as fines totalling up to £2,782,570 were issued in the last year.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:33:28 +0000Listed: All the roadworks taking place across Buckinghamshire this week
Roadworks are taking place across Buckinghamshire in the next week, residents have been warned.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 08:55:18 +0000Flood alerts across Bucks with 17 'flooding is possible' warnings in place
The alerts state 'flooding is possible' and impact Marlow, Bourne End, Princes Risborough, and Aylesbury areas.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000High Wycombe actor, 22, makes Netflix debut in new season of Bridgerton
A High Wycombe actor has made his Netflix debut, appearing in the fourth series of Bridgerton which aired on January 29.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Bucks film studios backs universal credit 'youth guarantee' for employment
A Pinewood Studios Iver has backed a scheme that would see young people lose universal credit benefits if they refuse to take up guaranteed offers.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:00:05 +0000'Hello High Wycome' - Tesco spells town's name wrong ahead of grand opening
A major supermarket chain has apologised to a Buckinghamshire town after spelling its name wrong ahead of its grand opening.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:07:15 +0000Residents told 'keep windows and doors closed' after car fire near homes
Residents were advised to keep windows and doors closed after a car fire in Chesham overnight.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:57:39 +0000Urgent search underway for missing man with links to Buckinghamshire
An urgent search is underway to find a missing 25-year-old man who has links to Buckinghamshire.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:48:24 +0000Speeds of up to 68mph recorded as police crack down on rule-breaking motorists
Speeds of up to 68mph have been recorded in an around High Wycombe as police crack down on rule-breaking motorists.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Lorry driver found dead in house, inquest hears
A pre-inquest hearing into the death of a Chesham lorry driver has revealed he died as a result of ‘hanging’.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:39:55 +0000IN PICTURES: Crowds descend on Wycombe to celebrate town's first ever 'weird' fest
High Wycombe was transformed into a stage of myth and legend on Sunday as the town for a 'weird and wonderful' festival.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:20:50 +0000First Look: Stunning New Woodland Playground Coming to Waddesdon Manor
Families in Bucks looking for somewhere for the little ones to burn off some energy will be delighted to hear that a brand-new woodland play area is opening at Waddesdon Manor this year.
Mon, 02 Feb 2026 15:43:31 +0000'Carnival Queen', 21, was 'crushed by car' at student accommodation, inquest hears
A pre-inquest hearing into the death of a Buckinghamshire New University student has revealed she was crushed by her own car.
Mon, 02 Feb 2026 17:42:08 +0000New traffic restrictions proposed for 'unsafe' accident hotspot
Plans to introduce new traffic restrictions at an accident hotspot in Amersham have prompted a mixed response from residents.
Mon, 02 Feb 2026 13:21:52 +0000Land sale for data centre takes major step forward at Wycombe Air Park
Plans to sell land at Wycombe Air Park, owned by Bucks Council, to create a data centre have taken a step closer after film studio proposals were abandoned.
Mon, 02 Feb 2026 13:23:17 +0000High Wycombe bar set to close its doors for final time this month
The Snug bar in High Wycombe has announced that it will be closing its doors for the final time before the end of this month.