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Fri, 09 May 2025 17:19:48 +0100
London to High Wycombe drugs line smashed as pair jailed
A Bucks drugs gang has been smashed as two of its members have been jailed for more than five years collectively.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 07:37:52 +0100
Bucks council celebrate fly tipping clear up operation success
A fly-tipping clearance operation at Langley Park Road, Wexham has been celebrated by Buckinghamshire Council.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
£20k reward posted in murder probe of ‘bright’ girl, 17, killed 30 years ago
The family of a teenager who was murdered 30 years ago have spoken out for the first time in a desperate plea to find her killer.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 17:32:30 +0100
Road closed following burst water main is now reopen
A busy road in High Wycombe that was out of action for several hours has now reopened.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 16:00:00 +0100
Proposals for six houses given 'conditional permission' plans are approved
Plans to build two houses in a village outside Beaconsfield have been approved with conditional permission.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 12:58:22 +0100
Environmental Impact Assessment rejected for 800 home proposal in Bucks village
A request for an Environmental Impact Assessment has been rejected by Buckinghamshire Council after plans to build 800 new houses in Haddenham were put forward.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 12:30:00 +0100
Fire damaged 16th-century listed farmhouse renovations approved
A 16th-century listed building has had restoration works approved to repair damage from a September 2024 roof fire at Coombe Farm, Coombe Lane in Naphill.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 12:59:51 +0100
Speeder clocked at 97mph on Bucks dual carriageway hit with points and fine
A motorist has been hit with points and a fine after being clocked at 97mph on the A404.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Morrisons Daily finally opens in Buckinghamshire town
A date has been set for when a new Morrisons will open in High Wycombe.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Community housing business help with mass bulb planting
Here is what Red Kite Community Housing have been doing in recent weeks to try and improve the High Wycombe and Marlow area.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
How Wycombe Wanderers' season has greatly benefited popular pub
The landlord of a popular High Wycombe pub believes Wanderers’ push for promotion has seen them gain more customers from both home and away supporters.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 16:00:00 +0100
Councillor goes Independent just days after being elected for Labour
A Labour councillor has gone Independent just days after being elected for Labour and saying Buckinghamshire needed the party.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Bucks shop top flat plan rejected with alterations and noise concerns
A plan to change the first floor of a Marlow shop into a flat has been refused by Buckinghamshire Council.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 16:42:45 +0100
Bucks drivers warned of two week closure near busy roundabout
A road near a busy Bucks roundabout is due to close for two weeks, motorists have been warned.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 08:29:37 +0100
Police issue at least 64 tickets in unmarked motorcycle traffic enforcement operation
A traffic operation which has seen at least 64 tickets issued has been celebrated by police.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 08:07:25 +0100
Rail disruption until end of May with football and engineering works
Train times on Chiltern Railways trains are set to see changes until the end of May with Wembley matches and Amersham line engineering works.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 09:44:13 +0100
Vehicle fire causing major delays on Bucks motorway with miles of congestion
Traffic is being held at M1 south J15 (Milton Keynes and Northampton) due to a vehicle fire.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 08:41:32 +0100
Skip fire in Wycombe industrial estate had fire crew call out
A skip fire at Vly Works in Cressex, Wycombe had a Bucks Fire and Rescue fire crew called out to it on May 7.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Photo gallery: Buck's towns new communication box murals
Amersham streets received new murals painted on communication boxes with the town council, school and artists collaborating.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 16:00:00 +0100
Who is my councillor? The full list of local elections winners in Bucks
A total of 97 councillors were elected to Buckinghamshire Council during last week's local elections.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Firm in top 10 private businesses in the Thames Valley
Logistics company Whistl has been named the ninth largest private business in the Thames Valley.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Big Weekend-er revealed for High Wycombe shopping centre
A shopping centre has announced a huge family event for this summer.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Bucks vineyard application for new barn withdrawn
A Marlow Valley Wines at Mundaydean Lan has withdrawn its planning application to build a barn on April 25.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 16:00:00 +0100
Wycombe store celebrated supermarket's 60th birthday
High Wycombe's Asda will mark its 60th birthday with a fun-filled day on Saturday.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Bucks flats plan to return property into original one house state
Plans to turn two Marlow flats into one house have received approval from Buckinghamshire Council at Cranford on Mill Road. 
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Fri, 09 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Nostalgia: How Amersham celebrated VE Day
This month we are remembering that 80 years ago our towns and villages were celebrating Victory in Europe, although it was another three months before six years of war were finally over after the surrender of Japan.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 15:58:49 +0100
Road closures and delays to be aware of
A significant roadworks programme is set to cause disruptions across Buckinghamshire
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Fri, 09 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Dragons, knights and dance bring St George’s Day to life in Aylesbury
A vibrant celebration of English heritage came to life in Aylesbury as residents turned out in force for the town’s St George’s Day festivities
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Fri, 09 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
'Immaculate' 5 bedroom home in sought after Bucks village on the market
An 'immaculate' five-bed detached house in a quiet cul-de-sac in Great Missenden has gone on the market for £1.75 million
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Fri, 09 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Bucks man reaches halfway mark in challenge to take on 100 sports in one year
A man has reached the halfway mark of his challenge to take on 100 sports in a year
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Fri, 09 May 2025 11:30:56 +0100
Emmerdale fans 'so glad' character has returned in dramatic episode after 19 years
Emmerdale fans have said they are 'so glad' this ITV soap favourite has returned after 19 years away, in Thursday's dramatic Joe Tate episode.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 11:26:05 +0100
Little-known rule that could stop you taking your mobile phone on a flight
You could be stopped from taking your mobile phone (or any other electrical device) on a flight if it's not charged - here's why.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 11:20:45 +0100
Energy companies pay £7m compensation after overcharging thousands of customers
Octopus Energy, Utility Warehouse, Ovo Energy, So Energy, Outfox The Market, Ecotricity, E.On Next, Tru Energy, Rebel Energy and EDF Energy were all affected
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Fri, 09 May 2025 11:16:41 +0100
Discontinued Kellogg's cereals fans were 'obsessed' back at B&M after 15 years
Coco Pops Straws and Cocoa Krispies Cereal Straws have returned to B&M stores across the UK for the first time since being discontinued in 2010.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 11:10:57 +0100
Thomas & Friends to mark 80th anniversary with 'never-before-seen' episode
The TV show Thomas & Friends will mark the 80th anniversary of Thomas the Tank Engine with the release of an unseen pilot episode
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Fri, 09 May 2025 11:08:07 +0100
What was agreed in the UK-US trade deal? See the key points you need to know
Here are some of the key points agreed between the UK and the United States as Trump slashes tariffs.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 11:03:57 +0100
UK-US trade deal will save jobs in car and steel industries, says Keir Starmer
The UK-US trade deal will save thousands of jobs in the car and steel industry says Sir Keir Starmer
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Fri, 09 May 2025 09:55:10 +0100
What is Molly-Mae Hague's net worth? Her career after Love Island
Molly-Mae Hague has earned a fortune following her stint on Love Island with her successful businesses and social media following.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 09:52:47 +0100
Martin Lewis update for savers and anyone with a mortgage, credit card or loan
Martin Lewis has given an update for savers and anyone with a mortgage, credit card or loan following the Bank of England announcement
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Fri, 09 May 2025 09:05:32 +0100
Martin Lewis says Winter Fuel Payment policy 'needs to change'
Martin Lewis has highlighted the 'broken' system of means testing Winter Fuel Payments and says 'if a fix is to come, let it be a proper one'.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 08:57:25 +0100
Santander issues urgent WhatsApp warning to all of its customers
A simple WhatsApp text scam is costing parents and friends dear, according to Santander.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 08:55:43 +0100
DWP Winter Fuel Payments petition boosted by rumours of policy changes
A petition calling for Labour to rethink Winter Fuel Payments has been signed by more than 150,000 people.
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Fri, 09 May 2025 08:50:35 +0100
Wetherspoon customers issued warning as pint prices to rise by 20p in days
Wetherspoon customers have been warned that the price of a pint will go up by 20p in the coming days.
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Thu, 08 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Pipe burst leak sees sewage tanker disruption through Bucks villages
A major sewage pipe collapse and ongoing leak in Ley Hill released raw sewage, intercepted by 24/7 road tankers through Bucks villages.
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Thu, 08 May 2025 08:06:24 +0100
Officers conduct more patrols after anti-social behaviour reported
They said "PCSO BENAWRA and PCSO CHURCHWARD were out on patrol today across Chalfont St Giles and conducted additional patrols in areas local residents have raised concerns of anti-social behaviour.
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Thu, 08 May 2025 07:49:48 +0100
Liam Payne died without a will as it's revealed who will be in charge of estate
The One Direction star and former bucks resident Liam Payne left behind a fortune worth £24.3m and died without a will, court documents show.
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Thu, 08 May 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Data centre the height of three double decker buses planned at Molins site advances
Plans to build a data centre the height of three double decker buses at the old Molins site have moved forward.
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Thu, 08 May 2025 17:13:09 +0100
Major road in Buckinghamshire road to be CLOSED to fix burst water main
A busy road in High Wycombe will be out of action for several hours due to a burst water main.
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Thu, 08 May 2025 16:41:11 +0100
Man, 19, arrested on suspicion of a theft of motor vehicle
A 19-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of theft of a motor vehicle following an incident in Milton Keynes.
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Thu, 08 May 2025 16:44:55 +0100
Bucks fractured eye sockets assault investigation CCTV images released
An assault investigation following an incident in which a man and a woman sustained fractured eye sockets outside a Bucks hotel on April 18.
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Last updated by System Admin on 27th August, 2018