Bucks Free Press

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Wycombe councillors clash over £27,000 of taxpayers’ money for magazine
Councillors have clashed over a request for £27,000 of taxpayers’ money to fund a town magazine for another year.

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Park approved on Bucks farmland could enable over 1,150-home development
The creation of a new country park on Little Chalfont farmland could enable the development of 1,150 new homes.

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 09:13:48 +0000
Storm Chandra updates as the wet weather batters Buckinghamshire
Storm Chandra is the latest storm to impact the country, with numerous areas of Buckinghamshire being affected. We will bring you updates on travel and weather as we get them.

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'We look forward to welcoming you back' - Charity shop confirms its temporary closure
A frequently-visited charity shop has confirmed it has temporarily closed.

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Inquest into woman's death that launched murder investigation to take place
The inquest into the death of a woman who was found ‘curled’ in an outbuilding at her Buckinghamshire home will take place this year.

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 09:23:37 +0000
Lidl issues 'do not eat' warning and apologises to customers
A Lidl spokesman said: “If you have bought the above product we advise you not to eat it."

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Council praised for progress in independent review
Buckinghamshire Council praised by Local Government Association peer review for strong leadership, sound finances, digital innovation and economic growth plans.

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 09:24:25 +0000
A million pensioners could get a £3800 a year free DWP cash boost
Attendance Allowance is a DWP benefit designed to help people over State Pension age who need support with daily living, but many don't realise they can claim

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:03:00 +0000
Shawshank Redemption stage hit coming to High Wycombe this March
AN ACCLAIMED stage adaptation of The Shawshank Redemption is touring to The Swan Theatre in High Wycombe

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:02:00 +0000
Winter warmer pop-up returns to Chilterns Lifestyle Centre in Amersham
A WINTER warmer pop-up is being offered to Amersham residents to keep them safe and warm this winter

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Little Thorpies nursery opens in Gerrards Cross for boys aged 3–5
A NEW nursery has officially opened its doors in Buckinghamshire

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:32:02 +0000
Urgent '999' appeal launched for missing Bucks man in late 60s
An urgent '999' appeal has been launched for a missing Aylesbury man, last seen on Friday evening, January 23.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:24:15 +0000
Manhunt underway for wanted man in assault probe with potential Bucks links
A manhunt is underway in an assault probe for a wanted man with potential links to High Wycombe and Chesham.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Eight-flat office building plan approved despite size and contamination concern
A plan for eight-flats in a Chesham office building have been approved despite objections raised over parking, size and contamination concerns.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:21:31 +0000
Student accused of attack plot on Pakistani dissident's Bucks home
An alleged “hitman for hire” has appeared in court accused of orchestrating violent attacks on two Pakistani dissidents at their homes, one in Chesham.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:35:03 +0000
Wycombe 50-home developer will not improve footpath amid pedestrian danger fears
A 50-home Glynswood High Wycombe developer has pulled out of plans to improve a footpath, saying the proposal could 'endanger pedestrians'.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 11:10:22 +0000
'Large pothole' emergency response as several vehicles damaged on A-road
There has been an emergency response to a 'large pothole' after several vehicles were damaged on A41 Aylesbury, Aston Clinton.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 09:28:05 +0000
Bucks motorway traffic as lane closes after vehicle overturned
A vehicle has rolled over on the M40 southbound between J2 (Beaconsfield) and J1A, traffic is building up as a lane is closed.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Sewage spills into Bucks rivers for thousands of hours every year
A shocking map compiled by The Rivers Trust shows where sewage is spewing into rivers and streams - swimmers beware!

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Buckinghamshire football team to help men with high BMIs with new campaign
A Non League football club from Buckinghamshire has teamed up with a weight loss programme to tackle weight, fitness and wellbeing.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:15:08 +0000
Man, 22, killed in late-night M40 car crash officially named
A 22-year-old man who was killed in a crash along the Buckinghamshire stretch of the M40 has formally been named on record.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 11:51:53 +0000
Police and ambulance called as 'man is seen on roof' on quiet street
Police cars, first responders and an ambulance were seen on a quiet street in Buckinghamshire after a man was seen on a roof.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 10:42:35 +0000
Over 800 properties lose power in Buckinghamshire town
Hello and welcome to this live blog. Over 800 separate buildings have been affected by a major power cut in Marlow. We will bring more on this as we get it.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 08:59:31 +0000
Multiple untaxed cars and vans clamped in Buckinghamshire town
Numerous untaxed cars have been clamped in High Wycombe.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:43:13 +0000
Wycombe: Town meeting apology issued by chairman after council leader's request
The chairman of High Wycombe’s town committee issued a public apology after being asked by the council leader over a town meeting held last year.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Man, 36, died in Bucks hospital after collapsing, inquest opening hears
The the 36-year-old man from Abingdon died in hospital in Buckinghamshire. The full inquest into his death will be heard in March.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Workers at Bucks supermarkets set to receive pay rise in £35m investment
Workers at Aldi stores across Buckinghamshire are set to receive another pay rise as part of a £36 million investment in pay and benefits.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Council outlines important new vision for children's care
Buckinghamshire Council unveils 'My Home, My Future' strategy to improve local placements, foster care, and support for children in care across Bucks.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:39:00 +0000
Residents call for bollards to be removed from verge in Bucks
Residents in Princes Risborough are calling for bollards opposite the Bird in Hand to be removed.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Renovated family home in Marlow listed for nearly £3 million
A renovated family home, Cherry Orchard, has been listed for nearly £3 million on the outskirts of Marlow

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Henley named among UK's 50 most desirable towns
Henley in Oxfordshire has been named among the 50 most desirable towns in the UK by The Telegraph.

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 12:46:10 +0000
This map will show you if there is crime on your street
Check the map to see if this common crime was reported on your street

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 16:25:42 +0000
Photos show Thames bursting banks at Marlow amid flood alerts
New photos have shown the River Thames bursting its banks after flood alerts were put in place across the county.

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:12:07 +0000
Abusive man who tried to 'gouge' his victim's eyes jailed
His victim sustained significant injuries, including bruising across her legs, arms and neck, scratches, and injuries to her eyes by attempts to gouge them

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:18:01 +0000
These Bucks wedding businesses are among the best in the country
Hitched, one of the UK's leading wedding planning platforms, has announced the winners of its fifth annual Hitched Wedding Awards

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Section of 'unsafe' Thames footbridge is 'beyond economical repair'
A section of Temple Footbridge is 'beyond economical repair' and needs replacing, the Environment Agency has confirmed.

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 11:15:24 +0000
Listed: All the road works taking place across Buckinghamshire in the next week
Road works are due to take place across Buckinghamshire in the next week with the council warning motorists of delays.

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +0000
Bucks bowls club £30k clubhouse and facilities revamp underway
Hazells Bowls Club In Aylesbury has an over £30,000 revamp underway, with a clubhouse refurbishment, along with safety and access works across the site.

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 12:30:00 +0000
Buckinghamshire businesses encouraged to support foster carers at work
Buckinghamshire businesses urged to join the Fostering Friendly scheme, supporting foster carers with flexible work and benefits. Foster with Bucks event soon.

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Work completed on refurbishment project at hospital's cancer care unit
Refurbishment completed at Stoke Mandeville Hospital’s Cancer Care and Haematology Unit, funded by CCHF and The Clare Foundation.

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Luxury property with 'heritage and modern living' priced just under £1.3 million
A Buckinghamshire property with characteristics reminiscent of a luxury home from a bygone era has come onto the market for just under £1.3 million

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 18:46:51 +0000
Man seriously injured after reports of car crossing central reservation before crash
A man has been seriously injured after reports of a vehicle crossing a central reservation before crashing into a second car.

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Two sites named for former knife bins reused for laughing gas
The locations of two former knife bins set to be repurposed to collect laughing gas canisters in High Wycombe have been revealed.

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Transport boss says fines have been issued amid Wycombe works traffic chaos
Fines have been issued to a utility company amid A40 roadworks described as having caused 'hell on earth' traffic for High Wycombe drivers.

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Bucks councillor's home extension plan moves towards decision
A Buckinghamshire councillor who has applied to extend his Beaconsfield home will have his application decided by a planning committee.

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000
'I'm an unusual foster parent' says mum who gave up career to care for kids
A Chesham foster parent and mum of three has shared her experience of fostering after she switched her corporate career to care for children.

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Bucks neighbours win £1m in People’s Postcode Lottery draw
Two Chesham neighbours have one the lion’s share of a £1 million People’s Postcode Lottery prize, landing over £415,000 EACH.

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Childhood is being eroded by screens' head speaks out on school phone ban
The headmistress of Pipers Corner call for phone-free schools, backed by Wycombe's MP.

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 14:47:51 +0000
River levels high as flood alerts in place across Bucks with events cancelled
River levels are expected to remain high across Buckinghamshire as flood alerts remain in place across Marlow and Princes Risborough.

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 12:30:00 +0000
MP praises chip shops which are 'under intolerable pressure' to stay in business
Marlow’s MP has said that the Conservatives will ‘abolish business rates for high street shops, pubs and restaurants’ after the last two fish and chip shops in the town could face closure.

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