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Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Pupils put MP and councillor in hot seat during school visit
Curious pupils put their MP and a councillor in the hot seat during a recent school visit.
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Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Restaurant inside John Lewis store given licence to serve alcohol
A restaurant inside a popular department store will can now serve alcohol.
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Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Latest planning applications in Buckinghamshire
A summary of the latest planning applications submitted to Buckinghamshire Council.
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Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Huge event about Christians living in Palestine to take place this summer
A talk exploring the survival of Christianity in Palestine will be held in Marlow on June 20.
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Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Steven Broadbent: ‘Passionate about helping Buckinghamshire thrive’
I am absolutely passionate about making sure the people of Buckinghamshire have the opportunity to thrive, writes Steven Broadbent leader of Buckinghamshire Council.
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Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
School restores forgotten Second World War air raid shelter in High Wycombe
A piece of wartime history has been brought back to life.
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Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
High Wycombe residents urged to donate unwanted items to charity
High Wycombe residents are being encouraged to donate unwanted items to a charity.
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Sun, 17 May 2026 05:01:00 +0100
Thames Path marks 30 years with month-long walking relay
THE Thames Path National Trail is marking its 30th anniversary with celebrations stretching the length of the river
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Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
HMRC reveals new details on pension tax rule changes which could affect millions
Millions of Britons with pensions are being urged to get their paperwork in order ahead of major inheritance tax changes coming into force next year.
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Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Full list of people who can get money off their Council Tax - with many cut to zero
Disabled people, carers, students and pensioners could qualify for major council tax discounts. Here’s the full list of who can get help.
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Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Vet reveals ‘prescription trap’ costing pet owners £200 a year in hidden fees
Dr Inness said: "This is the single easiest way to save hundreds of pounds, yet many owners feel too awkward to ask."
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Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Napoleonic re-enactment event taking place in Buckinghamshire this May Bank Holiday
Chiltern Open Air Museum will host Cavalry and Cannons: The Napoleonic Experience over the May Bank Holiday.
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Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
What's on at Waddesdon Manor this May to July
Between May and July, Waddesdon Manor is offering a range of events for visitors
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Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Five-bed new build homes near Buckinghamshire village on sale from £2m
A new development of family homes in Chalfont St Giles has been put up for sale with prices starting at £2 million.
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Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Pioneering dance company to perform in Wycombe as part of major UK tour
Pioneering dance company BalletBoyz is set to perform Still Pointless at Wycombe Swan as part of a major UK tour.
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Sun, 17 May 2026 09:25:15 +0100
BGT 2026 golden buzzer awarded after act leaves judges in tears on fourth semi-final
In each semi-final, one judge has the power to press the golden buzzer and send an act straight into the final, with Simon Cowell deciding this evening.
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Sun, 17 May 2026 09:24:01 +0100
Who won the fourth Britain's Got Talent semi-final for 2026? 8th finalist revealed
The winner of the fourth live semi-final of the 2026 series of Britain's Got Talent has been revealed as they take a step closer to winning the show.
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Sun, 17 May 2026 09:21:37 +0100
Britain's Got Talent fans hail show 'TV gold' after KSI performs with viral music act
Sergey Stepanov, also known as the Epic Sax Guy, performed with judge KSI for his BGT semi-final act.
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Sun, 17 May 2026 09:14:43 +0100
Who won Eurovision 2026? Full leaderboard and scores for this year's contest
Eurovision 2026 saw a huge range of acts take part, but which country impressed the most and took home the grand prize?
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Sat, 16 May 2026 10:55:23 +0100
Morrisons introducing new '£13 rule' over the next six months - all you need to know
The changes follow talks with the Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers (Usdaw)
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Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Turning point' vision outlined to make High Wycombe 'greater'
A “turning point” vision aimed at making High Wycombe “greater” has been outlined by the chairman of the High Wycombe Town Committee.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 17:12:59 +0100
Craig David calls Pub in the Park 'one of the best' during 'amazing' Marlow show
Crowds of all ages descended on Marlow's Pub in the Park on Friday night as Craig David, 44, delivered a slick, nostalgia-fuelled set that proved a hit with festivalgoers.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 16:00:33 +0100
Two arrested after assault and disorder in Chesham
Two arrests have been made following a man being attacked in Chesham last night.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Villagers launch £150k campaign to revolutionise pavilion
A community is rallying together to raise funds for a project.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 12:08:56 +0100
Appeal after attempted robbery of woman in High Wycombe park
Police are appealing for witnesses following an attempted robbery in High Wycombe.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'I’ve been waiting all week for this' - SEND nightclub event becomes huge success
A pioneering nightclub event designed specifically for adults with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) has been hailed a major success after drawing a sell-out crowd in High Wycombe.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New pizza restaurant to open in Buckinghamshire town
A new pizza parlour is due to open in High Wycombe.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Buckinghamshire beekeeper to visit primary school to mark World Bee Day
A Buckinghamshire beekeeper will visit a primary school to mark World Bee Day.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Ice cream parlour offers gelato for 18p to celebrate 18th anniversary
A High Wycombe dessert parlour will celebrate its 18th anniversary in unique style as they have revealed a one-off price for their ice creams.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Outdoor clothing store launches closing down sale at South Bucks branch
An outdoor clothing store has launched a “closing down” sale at its Marlow branch after nearly a decade in the town.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
High Wycombe residents and shoppers give their verdict on Keir Starmer's future
Residents and workers in High Wycombe have had their say on whether Prime Minister Keir Starmer should resign.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
History of Buckinghamshire - Secrets of the Royal Maid
This is the title of a recently published book, the ‘Royal Maid’ being Rosa Snaith, who lived in Wycombe for nearly 70 years.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Local history: Another newspaper pre-dating the Bucks Free Press
IT has long been thought that the Bucks Free Press was the first newspaper to be regularly printed and published in High Wycombe, the first edition appearing on December 19, 1856.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Nostalgia: Remembering our much-missed friend 'Mr Jazz' Michael Eagleton
WE will soon be remembering the first anniversary of Michael’s death, so this week I have compiled a montage of pictures showing the exterior and interior of his music shop ‘Chiltern Sound’ in Spittal Street near the junction with Dean Street.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Nostalgia: Cocky the Crown Hotel’s cockatoo hero
One of the most popular objects in Amersham Museum’s collection is a stuffed cockatoo. In 1935 the cockatoo became a hero when he saved the lives of the inhabitants of the Crown Hotel with his shrill squawks during a devastating fire.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Children's hospice calls for donations to mark International Nurses Day
A children’s hospice is marking International Nurses Day by celebrating its dedicated nurses.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
When 'Bazaars' were all the rage in High Wycombe and surrounding areas
THE word ‘bazaar’ is not commonly used these days, but ‘Bazaars’ were popular events in Wycombe from Victorian times through to the 1950/60s.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 14:56:39 +0100
Two arrested and man in 'life-threatening' condition after crash
Two arrests have been made following a crash that has left a man in a 'life-threatening condition' on the M1 in Buckinghamshire.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Discover Marlow's 'fabulous' Michelin-starred restaurant serving 'delicious' meals
The Crown in Marlow is a Michelin-starred pub earning praise for its "fabulous" and "delicious" meals.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Bucks to become 'massive art gallery' with more than 300 venues in June
Bucks Art Weeks is gearing up to turn the county into a massive art gallery spanning from Olney to Marlow this June.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 12:59:45 +0100
Police inspector demoted after sending juniors Grindr messages
A Thames Valley Police misconduct hearing heard the anonymous police inspector claim he was suffering from a 'sex addiction' at the time of the Grindr messaging.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 12:30:00 +0100
BAFTA-winning film editor from Bucks aiming to raise 70k for charity from cycle ride
A BAFTA-winning film editor is turning to pedal power to help fight poverty overseas.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 10:40:31 +0100
Motorcyclist left with 'serious injuries' after crash in town
A motorcyclist has been left with 'serious injuries' after a crash in High Wycombe.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Iconic musical set to dazzle audiences at Wycombe Swan
The classic hit musical Singin' in the Rain is set to dazzle audiences.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Superdrug launches new service in 75 UK stores with more to follow
Superdrug is rolling out a new Healthcare Ambassador Accreditation to 75 stores, with plans to expand further.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Brits face £5,000 fines for annoying neighbour habits as warmer weather arrives
Persistent barking and late-night garden parties could land homeowners with fines of up to £5,000.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 12:30:00 +0100
Local hero awards celebrating unsung community champions returns for second year
Churchill Living's Local Hero Awards, celebrating unsung community champions over the age of 60, is returning for a second year
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Sat, 16 May 2026 09:18:20 +0100
Recap - Bucks motorists face delays after M1 crash
Good morning, National Highways has announced the closure of the M1 northbound between J14 and J15 following a crash. We will bring you more information as we get it.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Aylesbury MP backs maternal mental health campaign
Aylesbury MP, Laura Kyrke-Smith, is backing Marching for Mothers, and urging the government to improvement to maternal mental health support.
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Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Festival celebrating Christian literature to take place in Buckinghamshire next month
The St Andrews Literature Festival is returning to Buckinghamshire from June 12 to June 13 with sessions, creative workshops, and visual art.
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Last updated by System Admin on 27th August, 2018