Bucks Free Press
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +010087-home development moves closer to construction after approval
A housing development in Hazlemere has moved closer to construction after plans for 87 homes received reserved matters approval, subject to several conditions.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Group aims to raise £150,000 to build new playground in Bucks park
A community group behind one of Chesham’s biggest recent park upgrades has launched a fresh £150,000 appeal — this time to build a new playground for the town’s youngest children.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:22:03 +0100Thames Water on brink of nationalisation after Wycombe MP criticises £10bn deal
Thames Water is reportedly on the brink of temporary nationalisation after the Environment Secretary cast doubt on a £10 billion rescue deal for the troubled supplier.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:13:25 +0100Former plumber finds unexpected passion for art after retirement
A former tradesman from Holmer Green has swapped plumbing tools for paintbrushes after retirement – and discovered an unexpected passion for art.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 07:34:04 +0100Rowing regatta returns to the River Thames as hundreds attend
Hundreds gathered along the banks of the River Thames on Saturday, June 13, as the Marlow Town Regatta returned in style for its 2026 edition.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Lib Dems launch plan to cut energy bills by £100 a year in Wokingham
Lib Dem MP Clive Jones has backed new plans which could cut energy bills by £100 for the average household in Wokingham.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100PHOTOS: High Wycombe Pride 2026 held at Buckinghamshire New University
High Wycombe's annual Pride event took place last Saturday, June 13.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:30:00 +0100New padel courts and wellness facility set to be created in Buckinghamshire
A new racquet and wellness facility in Marlow is set to be created, despite the plans being recommended for refusal.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:46:41 +0100Marlow Bottom shop could sell alcohol until 11pm under new application
A Marlow Bottom convenience store could soon be selling alcohol seven days a week until 11pm a week under a new licence application.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:45:50 +0100Wycombe boy, 17, arrested after series of knifepoint robberies leaves man in hospital
A High Wycombe boy has been arrested after a series of knifepoint robberies which left a man in hospital.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:30:00 +0100MP praises organisers of Pride event in High Wycombe
MP Emma Reynolds joined residents and visitors at High Wycombe Pride.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:15:16 +0100Investigation launched after woman attacked by e-scooter-rider on Wycombe street
A woman in her twenties was followed and assaulted by a man on an e-scooter in High Wycombe.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Adult neurodivergent support group in Bucks is growing in demand
A support group for neurodivergent adults says demand has grown quickly.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Road closures and diversions planned across Bucks next week
Bucks road users face another week of disruptions as improvement works continue across the county.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100Bucks residents told to stop feeding red kites as it's 'putting people at risk'
Residents of a Bucks town are being urged to stop feeding red kites.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:38:55 +0100'Something out of a horror film' - Residents react following dog incident
Residents along a Chesham street have expressed their shock and concern following a late-night attack between two dogs.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:04:40 +0100Arrests for indecent exposure and criminal damage after facial recognition crackdown
Arrests have been made for exposure and criminal damage as facial recognition cameras were deployed in High Wycombe again.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Drink driving pensioner among those sentenced at High Wycombe Magistrates' Court
A drink driving pensioner is among those who have been sentenced at High Wycombe Magistrates' Court.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Walk takes place to help those with mental health issues
Staff have taken part in a community walk designed to support social connection and mental health.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Care home resident turns 103 surrounded by family, friends and staff
A care home resident has celebrated her 103rd birthday surrounded by family and friends.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100TV legend helps daughter through 'heartbreaking' marriage split
TV legend Dame Mary Berry has helped her daughter Belles Berry through a "heartbreaking" marriage split.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:29:01 +0100Police warning as students set to gather in Bucks village for post-exam celebration
Students from several Buckinghamshire schools may be heading to Winslow tomorrow (16/06) for a post-exam celebration, Thames Valley Police have said.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Care home team hailed as 'superstars' after national award success
A care home team has earned national recognition for its dedication to creating a sense of belonging and community.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Lay-bys on stretch of the A404 subject to 24-hour closures from July 2026
Lay-bys on the A404 could be subject to 24-hour closures from July 2026.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Buckinghamshire MP asks 'what is the point?' of HS2 now
In May, the Government confirmed that HS2 will cost up to £102 billion - compared to an original budget of £32 billion when the project was approved, writes Sarah Green, the Liberal Democrat MP for Chesham and Amersham.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Bucks school team win at national public speaking competition
A school team has been crowned national champions in a major public speaking competition.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Temporary road, byway and footpath closures in Buckinghamshire this month
Multiple road, footpath and byway closures are set to take place across Buckinghamshire this June.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Bucks school pupils visit House of Lords on 'Learn with the Lords Day'
Bucks school students visited the House of Lords for the 'Learn with the Lords Day'.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Latest planning applications in Buckinghamshire
A summary of the latest planning applications submitted to Buckinghamshire Council in the week commencing June 1
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:01:52 +0100Sir Keir Starmer confirms when the social media ban for under 16s comes into effect
A social media ban for under 16s will come into place next year.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Beaconsfield home with annexe and studio hits the market for £3m
Adetached six-bedroom house currently on the market in Disraeli Park, Beaconsfield for £3,000,000.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Company applies for permission to run goods vehicles from Riding Court Farm
A company has applied for a good's vehicle operator's licence to use Riding Court Farm as an operating centre
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Calls are growing for something to be done about pollution in Thames at Marlow
Calls are growing for something to be done about pollution in the River Thames at Marlow.
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100Work to replace 50-year-old pipes to start in south Bucks town
Work to replace 50-year-old gas pipes will begin in Chesham this month.
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 12:56:02 +0100Two men left 'seriously injured' after suspected bladed weapon attack near car park
A man in his 40s has been hospitalised with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 12:30:00 +0100New headteacher appointed for The Beaconsfield School
A new headteacher has been appointed to lead a school into its next chapter.
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Angler lands UK's heaviest rod-caught carp in Chesham lake
An angler has made history after catching the UK’s heaviest rod-caught carp.
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Did you know these famous people are buried around High Wycombe?
A round-up of some of the famous graves around the High Wycombe area.
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Council orders homeowner to replant trees at Buckinghamshire house
A Stoke Poges homeowner has been ordered to replant trees by Buckinghamshire Council.
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Location confirmed for new toy shop which will open in Buckinghamshire town
The location of High Wycombe’s upcoming Smyths Toys Superstore inside the Eden Shopping Centre has now been confirmed.
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Mayor speaks out after underpass finally reopens
Mayor praises the reopening of a Chesham underpass after years of flooding issues.
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Marlow will not twin with Ukrainian city after councillors turn down plans
Marlow will not twin with the Ukrainian city of Trostyanets after town councillors turned down the plans.
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100High Wycombe MP praises volunteers' 'passion and diligence'
An MP has praised members of the public for giving up their time to help others.
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100New café to open in Buckinghamshire town next week
A new café is set to open its doors in Chesham next week, offering locals a fresh spot for coffee and light bites.
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Three applications in Bucks you need to know about
A bid for planning permission for an electricity substation at a farm in Marlow – which has already been built – has been lodged.
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 11:14:29 +0100'Do not eat' warnings for shoppers at Waitrose, Tesco, Sainsbury's & Morrisons
The Food Standards Agency has issued multiple “do not eat” notices covering items available in major supermarkets.
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Three applications in Bucks you need to know about
Plans to build a car port at a house in Chesham Bois have been refused.
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Young carers praised after winning community award
A group of young carers have been praised for their compassion and service after winning a community award.
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Two Buckinghamshire NHS nurses honoured with royal recognition
Two NHS nurses have been honoured with royal recognition.
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 11:18:07 +0100Dad earns £3,000 from side hustle spotting empty homes with his phone
A savvy dad has earned nearly £3,000 by reporting empty homes while working his normal job, using the extra cash to fund a luxury holiday.