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Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
International Nurses’ Day celebrations take place at Stoke Mandeville Hospital
Nurses have been treated to a free lunch in recognition of their dedication and care.
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Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Planning round up: Marlow sign already installed refused permission
A bid for permission to install a hanging sign on Marlow High Street has been refused, despite work already having taken place.
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Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Thousands of empty homes and an ongoing housing crisis
It’s confusing, to say the least.
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Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Greg Smith MP: 'HS2 Unwanted, unnecessary, and unaffordable'
Unwanted, unnecessary, and unaffordable: HS2 should never ever have seen the light of day and in recent days the news has got even worse, writes the Conservative MP for Mid Buckinghamshire Greg Smith.
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Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Buckinghamshire residents set for wildlife boost with seventh habitat bank
Residents across Buckinghamshire will benefit from greener spaces and richer wildlife as the council secures a seventh habitat bank
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Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Buckinghamshire Council launches plans to help town centre growth
Buckinghamshire Council launched its new Aylesbury Town Centre Investment Prospectus as part of its ongoing work on town centre growth
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Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Young stars deliver 'unforgettable' West End-style show at Pipers Corner School
Young performers took to the stage with a high-impact musical theatre spectacle.
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Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New charity song by Bucks and Berks kids to be performed at Wycombe Swan
A new charity song recorded by children across Buckinghamshire and Berkshire is set to be performed for the first time at the Wycombe Swan
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Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Richard Osman baffled as he has ‘no idea’ where wrong Pointless claim came from
TV presenter and author Richard Osman has corrected an entertainment news publication for sharing a story about BBC gameshow Pointless Celebrities.
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Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Hundreds of cars to take over town centre as popular Motor Show returns next month
One of the county’s most popular car events is now just under a month away.
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Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Diocese of Oxford affirms support for armed forces community across Buckinghamshire
The Diocese of Oxford has affirmed its support to members of the armed forces community across High Wycombe and Buckinghamshire.
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Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Do not eat' warnings issued to shoppers at Tesco, Waitrose & Morrisons
The Food Standards Agency has issued several “do not eat” notices affecting items stocked across major supermarkets.
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Sat, 30 May 2026 16:16:25 +0100
High Wycombe scrap metal business forced into liquidation
A metals firm has been forced into liquidation following unpaid debts and court action.
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Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Paedophile engineer jailed after raping young girl at property
Mathew Miller, 50, was jailed for 9 years with a year on licence after orally raping a child.
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Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
True cost of White Hart Street project revealed
A flagship Wycombe town centre regeneration project publicly associated with a £3.1 million price tag has so far cost Buckinghamshire Council closer to £1.9 million.
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Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Is life better for children now in 2026 compared to 1950s and 1960s?
WHO remembers Muffin the Mule and Mr Turnip?
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Sat, 30 May 2026 15:55:00 +0100
One lane and hard shoulder closed on M4 due to vehicle fire
Hello and welcome to this live blog One lane as well as the hard shoulder are currently closed due to a vehicle fire We will bring you updates on this as we get it
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Sat, 30 May 2026 15:35:14 +0100
Care home marks 70 years of supporting the elderly with milestone celebration
A Great Missenden care home is preparing to mark a major milestone as Abbeyfield celebrates 70 years of supporting older people.
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Sat, 30 May 2026 14:07:05 +0100
Murder investigation: Update provided as man, 58, sectioned under Mental Health Act
Police have confirmed a man has been detained under the Mental Health Act following the death of a woman in Milton Keynes.
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Sat, 30 May 2026 13:47:35 +0100
Man, 38, charged after being caught with knife in public place
A man from Aylesbury has been charged following an incident in Belgrave Road earlier this month.
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Sat, 30 May 2026 11:08:13 +0100
Ex-Premier League footballer from the Thames Valley arrested
A former Premier League footballer who lives in the Thames Valley has been arrested for alleged drug-driving crimes.
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Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Buckinghamshire's top secondary schools revealed – see where your school ranks
The best secondary schools in Buckinghamshire have been revealed in national rankings by The Telegraph.
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Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New homeware and cookware shop set to open in High Wycombe
A new homeware and cookware shop is set to open in High Wycombe.
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Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Grade II listed former windmill once home to ex‑wife of Peter Pan author up for sale
A Grade II listed former windmill in Braziers End is now on the market
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Sat, 30 May 2026 12:30:00 +0100
Nursery group with centre in Amersham named a 2026 best place to work
A nursery group, who run a centre in Amersham, has been named one of the best places to work in the UK.
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Sat, 30 May 2026 16:37:09 +0100
Why Amelia Dimoldenberg’s M&S Summer of Love That collection is their best yet
From flattering wide-leg trousers to sparkling embellishment, this M&S co-ord is the elegant summer party outfit fashion fans are loving.
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Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Acclaimed West End show coming to Wycombe later this year
The acclaimed West End production of Twelve Angry Men is coming to Wycombe Swan in October as part of a UK tour.
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Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Stowe House running royal-themed event for May half-term
Stowe House is inviting families to enjoy a memorable day out this half term with a royal-themed event.
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Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Finance column: Divide money into three pots to improve your finances
When it comes to managing money, many people assume financial planning needs to be complicated. In reality, some of the most effective approaches are often surprisingly simple.
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Sat, 30 May 2026 14:24:46 +0100
TV licences could be free again for all pensioners after thousands back new campaign
Thousands have already backed a growing campaign demanding the Government restore free TV licences for all pensioners
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Sat, 30 May 2026 14:25:33 +0100
McDonald's launches new 'drink of the summer' from next week
A new iced drink will be coming to McDonald's in time for summer and it's a twist on the classic matcha.
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Sat, 30 May 2026 09:34:11 +0100
Family pay tribute to 'great dad' after 49-year-old killed in crash
Tributes have been paid to a 49-year-old Aylesbury man who was killed in a car crash on the Buckinghamshire/Oxfordshire border.
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Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Victorian terraced home on the market for £350,000
A Victorian terraced home in a sought after area in Reading is currently on the market for £350,000
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Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Take a look at the former chapel 'brimming with character' on sale for £2.95m
A former chapel near Princes Risborough described as “brimming with character” is on sale for £2.95 million.
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Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
No further action after Wycombe police officer drove without insurance
A High Wycombe police inspector has been cleared of misconduct after a hearing heard he was stopped while unknowingly driving without insurance.
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Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Explosions heard as ongoing filming sparks anger from residents
Residents living close to Whelpley Hill have spoken out after explosions from ongoing filming that caused alarm with no prior warning.
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Fri, 29 May 2026 13:17:06 +0100
Arrest after reports of man exposing himself in High Wycombe park
An arrest has been made after reports of a man exposing himself in a park in High Wycombe.
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Fri, 29 May 2026 12:30:00 +0100
'Blatant drug dealing' and traffic issues spark calls for action in High Wycombe
A High Wycombe councillor has called for more police patrols to tackle longstanding concerns over drugs, crime and anti-social behaviour.
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Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bucks MP objects to Tesco key cutting kiosk proposal
Mid-Buckinghamshire MP Greg Smith has objected to plans for a Timpson key cutting kiosk at Princes Risborough Tesco.
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Fri, 29 May 2026 16:58:37 +0100
Paedophile sentenced in Amersham Crown Court for historic abuse
A sex offender has been jailed for historic child abuse offences.
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Fri, 29 May 2026 16:36:00 +0100
Investigation finds lethal force was justified after police shot man at train station
A police officer who used lethal force on a man at a Bucks station was justified according to independent investigation.
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Fri, 29 May 2026 16:59:58 +0100
Political shake-up at Buckinghamshire Council as new group formed
A new political shake-up has hit Buckinghamshire Council after nine councillors formed a new independent group.
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Fri, 29 May 2026 15:31:31 +0100
Barbecue, field and back garden fires have soared during recent heatwave
A series of outdoor fires kept crews busy as temperatures soared during the recent heatwave.
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Fri, 29 May 2026 15:03:40 +0100
Buckinghamshire fire service issues warning after heatwave
In the wake of the heatwave, the fire service is urging residents to stay safe around open water.
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Fri, 29 May 2026 12:30:19 +0100
Fitness firm, barbers and takeaway among businesses shut in Wycombe so far this year
Multiple businesses have closed their doors in recent months.
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Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Petition launched after Buckinghamshire planning comments removed
Residents have launched a petition demanding Buckinghamshire Council restore public viewing of planning comments after the authority removed them from public view.
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Fri, 29 May 2026 15:51:26 +0100
Trial of man accused of murdering woman near Bucks border is pushed back
The trial of a man accused of murdering a 44-year-old woman has been adjourned to December 2026.
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Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Beautifully designed' pub in Bucks town gets new hygiene score
A popular Marlow pub has received a new hygiene score.
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Fri, 29 May 2026 07:28:22 +0100
Firefighters rescue dog, guinea pig, and three tortoises from garden fire
Firefighters rescued a number of pets from a property in Milton Keynes after a fire broke out in the garden
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Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bucks school students help shape report House of Lords
Students have helped to shape a national committee report on one of the country’s growing environmental challenges.
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Last updated by System Admin on 27th August, 2018