Bucks Free Press

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:56:27 +0100
Passengers are delayed after an obstruction on the track blocks some lines
Good morning, welcome to our live coverage of train delays between Rugby and Milton Keynes Central due to an obstruction on the track.

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:03:21 +0100
Firefighters rush to three-storey flat block after kitchen fire
Firefighters tackled a blaze at a block of flats in High Wycombe on Saturday evening.

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New homes plan for Bucks village leaves residents’ concerned over traffic
A plan to build 20 homes in Marlow Bottom has been backed by councillors despite villagers concerns over traffic.

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New town crier announced for Bucks town
A new town crier has been appointed to take up one of the area’s 'most cherished' ceremonial roles.

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Beaconsfield five-bed Edwardian house on sale for £1,695,000
Known as Windy How, a freehold Beaconsfield property is offered chain-free and is listed for £1,695,000.

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Dinnerladies stage show coming to Milton Keynes Theatre
A stage adaptation of Victoria Wood's Dinnerladies is coming to Milton Keynes.

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
High Wycombe veterans celebrate Armed Forces Day
Royal Star & Garter, which provides care for former service personnel, held a week of special events across its homes, including High Wycombe, from June 20 to 27.

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Primary school enjoys sports afternoon with help from local grammar
Pupils from St Peter’s Catholic Primary School enjoyed a fun-filled sports afternoon thanks to support from a neighbouring grammar school.

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Retired detective becomes Chesham’s new town crier
Retired Detective Inspector Janet Barr has been appointed as the new Chesham town crier.

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Pilot programme helps food banks deliver healthier food parcels
Buckinghamshire Council funded a year-long scheme to deliver healthier food parcels, which was delivered by RaisingNutrition and worked with four food banks.

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Eden Shopping Centre launches six weeks of free family fun
Eden Shopping Centre will host themed activities every Saturday throughout the summer holidays.

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
High Wycombe primary named national Centre of Excellence for Oracy
Lane End Primary School in High Wycombe has been named a Centre of Excellence for Oracy.

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:51:46 +0100
Man jailed for raping woman on sofa after entering through unlocked door
A man has been jailed after he was convicted of raping a woman in Newport Pagnell.

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 17:24:34 +0100
Armed police respond to major incident involving 'weapon' in High Wycombe-Live
Armed police respond to major incident at Handy Cross

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Brownfield sites up for sale to developers in High Wycombe
A residential development opportunity has become available that could bring new affordable housing to the area.

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:40:48 +0100
Late-night and Sunday bus services launched for South Bucks and beyond
Late-night journeys and Sunday services are among a raft of improvements introduced as part of a network review.

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:34:48 +0100
More than 100 homes planned for High Wycombe scrubland
More than 100 homes could be built on council-owned scrubland in High Wycombe after Buckinghamshire Council approved plans to work with a neighbouring landowner.

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:35:03 +0100
Train passengers face 'major disruption' after lorry collides with bridge
Good morning, welcome to our live coverage of train delays due to a lorry colliding with a bridge between Gerrards Cross and South Ruislip.

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:31:59 +0100
Man found in a 'decomposed' state at High Wycombe home, inquest hears
A man was found in a "decomposed" state at a High Wycombe property, a court heard.

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:30:00 +0100
Bucks pub shortlisted at Great British Pub Awards 2026
A Bucks pub has been shortlisted for a national award.

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 11:11:27 +0100
Brave police officer stabbed in face during violent confrontation outside home
A police officer was stabbed during a violent confrontation outside his home.

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
England hero backs Buckinghamshire charity's search for puppy trainers
Football legend Stuart Pearce has joined forces with a Buckinghamshire charity to encourage more people to volunteer and help change the lives of deaf people across the UK.

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Six students earn national recognition for creating educational AI games
Six Wycombe High School students have earned national recognition after creating educational computer games designed to promote the safe and responsible use of artificial intelligence.

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Popular village pub declines to comment on reputation after large fight
A popular village pub has declined to comment on whether recent incidents of anti-social behaviour outside its premises could affect its reputation.

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:24:00 +0100
Residents hit back after green belt planning approval for 975 homes
A local campaign group has criticised the decision to approve plans for a major housing development on Green Belt land in Chalfont St Peter.

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:54:19 +0100
When is the next heatwave? Parts of the UK to see temperatures hit 34C in July
Another heatwave is on its way, the Met Office said, with temperatures expected to reach 34C in parts of the UK in July.

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:50:31 +0100
Shoppers warned 'do not eat' sauce sold at Tesco and Sainsbury's due to recall
A sauce that's sold at Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and Ocado has been recalled - what to do if you have bought it.

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:29:54 +0100
UK tool and machinery company falls into administration resulting in loss of 75 jobs
UK tool and machinery supplier, United Tooling Solutions Limited, has fallen into administration, resulting in the loss of 75 jobs.

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 11:03:33 +0100
Boots launches new oral Wegovy weight loss pill from £79 as thousands sign up
Boots has launched the UK's first oral Wegovy weight loss pill from £79, with thousands already registering.

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
University looking for industry professionals to help support students
Buckinghamshire New University is looking for professionals to help provide students with one-to-one support and guidance.

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Film and TV star coming to the Wycombe Swan in October
Nigel Havers is set to appear at the Wycombe Swan in October as part of his UK tour

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 22:22:17 +0100
Murder investigation launched after 19-year-old dies from suspected stab wounds
A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a 19-year-old man who was found with suspected stab wounds.

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 16:34:52 +0100
Huge M40 crash causes an hour's worth of delays - Live updates
Hello and welcome to this live blog. There are delays of around an hour on the M40 between Handy Cross and Stokenchurch following a crash. A section of the motorway had closed but it looks like things have now reopened. More on this as we get it.

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100
20 of the best independent cafés in Bucks to visit during the heatwave
With temperatures set to soar across Buckinghamshire this week, residents are being encouraged to stay hydrated, avoid the hottest parts of the day and support local independent businesses at the same time.

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 13:40:35 +0100
'He remains at large '- Woman arrested as father convicted over daughter's death
A woman has been arrested as police continue their search for a man who remains wanted after being convicted of causing the death of his seven-month-old daughter in a drink-driving crash.

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 12:30:30 +0100
Two restaurants from Bucks town fail hygiene inspections after recent examinations
Two restaurants in Chesham have received low food hygiene scores after failing their respective assessments on the same day.

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 11:06:14 +0100
Council confirm roadwork plans across Buckinghamshire for July
Buckinghamshire Council has announced the latest programme of road improvement works taking place across the county over the coming weeks.

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 10:31:08 +0100
Ex-Premier League striker and Bucks resident to appear in court this week
Former Premier League footballer and Buckinghamshire resident Michail Antonio is due to appear in court after being charged with failing to provide driver information to police following an alleged motoring incident in central London.

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 09:42:45 +0100
Several injured in large fight outside High Street village pub
Several people suffered injuries after a ‘large fight’ took place outside of a village pub.

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 09:18:13 +0100
Secondary school pupils raise over £400 for charity at summer fair
A summer fair has raised more than £400 for charity.

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
GoFundMe for Bucks New Uni student who died in tragic driveway accident nears target
A fundraising appeal launched in memory of a Buckinghamshire New University student who died after being crushed by her own car is closing in on its target – despite not receiving a donation for more than two months.

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Ex-Bucks New Unit student releases second book in sci-fi trilogy
A former Buckinghamshire New University student is preparing to release the second book in his science fiction trilogy inspired by his experiences of dyslexia and work in primary education.

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Beaconsfield four-bed in New Town on sale for £1,050,000
A four-bedroom end of terrace house is on the market for £1,050,000.

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Buckinghamshire teacher wins £25k to help develop 'escape rooms' app for students
A teacher from High Wycombe has developed a 'escape room' app to help students learn after winning funds from a national competition.

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 12:11:37 +0100
When is the next heatwave? Parts of the UK to see temperatures hit 34C in July
Another heatwave is on its way, the Met Office said, with temperatures expected to reach 34C in parts of the UK in July.

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 09:25:28 +0100
McDonald's to axe 'ultimate' £3.69 item from UK menus in the coming days
McDonald's is set to axe its Vanilla Matcha Frappé from UK menus on July 13.

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Homeowner ordered to demolish 'unsympathetic' Buckinghamshire building
A Marlow homeowner has been ordered to demolish an “unsympathetic” building that was built without planning permission.

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
5 places in High Wycombe to watch England vs Mexico
England are set to face Mexico on Monday, listed below are five pubs you can watch the game at.

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:44:30 +0100
Marlow Nostalgia: A much clearer look at that famous 1831 map
Michael Eagleton first published this article exactly ten years ago, when he wrote “Well, it has only become famous since a section of it was printed in this column around two (now 12) years ago.

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:38:42 +0100
Bradenham – the unspoiled village with 18 listed buildings
This week we continue our series of articles which consider the history of the local villages and take a look at Bradenham.

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