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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:36:02 +0100
Road closure as firefighters respond to 'large' field fire
Good afternoon, welcome to our live coverage of the emergency response to a 'large' field fire in the Penn Bottom area of Penn.
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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:58:44 +0100
Police issue e-fit following indecent exposure on the Redway
Police have released an e-fit image of a man they want to speak to following an indecent exposure in Milton Keynes.
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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:56:57 +0100
Thunderstorm warning issued for Buckinghamshire
Buckinghamshire is among dozens of areas covered by a Met Office yellow weather warning for thunderstorms on Wednesday.
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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Taskmaster announces special event for Great Ormond Street fundraiser
Taskmaster has teamed up with Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) for a fundraising livestream to help raise money for a new children’s cancer centre.
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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Thames Valley Police officer accused of 'verbal and physical abuse' of ex-wife
The officer is accused of domestically abusing his ex-wife and colleague.
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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Upcoming changes being made to bus services across the county
Buckinghamshire Council has listed multiple planned changes to bus services and timetables.
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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Drivers warned of delays on Bucks M25 stretch this bank holiday
Drivers are being told to expect a "frantic Friday" as the summer bank holiday getaway is set to be the busiest on the roads in more than a decade, with a stretch of the M25 in Buckinghamshire among the country's predicted congestion hotspots.
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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100
New signage installed as High Wycombe nursery nears opening
Signage has been installed at a new day nursery in High Wycombe as it moves closer to opening its doors later this year.
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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:42:37 +0100
Women, 20 and 27, arrested after rooftop protest at aerospace firm
Two women have been arrested after they gained access to the roof of an aerospace company's premises in Buckinghamshire.
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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:27:30 +0100
Men, 18 and 57, charged with manslaughter after 16-year-old dies in car crash
Two men have been charged following the death of a 16-year-old in Datchet.
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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:05:25 +0100
Residents evacuated after major fire on busy High Street
Residents were evacuated from flats in Maidenhead after a fire spread into the roof space of a High Street building.
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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:30:00 +0100
Popular High Wycombe baker announces temporary closure of Eden Centre shop
A popular High Wycombe baker has announced plans to take a break from trading at the Eden Shopping Centre.
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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:25:40 +0100
Buckinghamshire customers await Thames Water rescue deal decision
Millions of Thames Water customers across Buckinghamshire could soon see the utility company overseen by a new board as efforts continue to secure a rescue deal and avoid nationalisation.
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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 08:39:52 +0100
Asian sweet shop in High Wycombe receives new hygiene score
A High Wycombe sweet shop which opened earlier this year has been awarded a new hygiene score.
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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 08:07:10 +0100
Buckinghamshire motorway junction set for 20 million trips this Bank Holiday Weekend
Drivers in Buckinghamshire are being warned to prepare for significant delays this bank holiday weekend, with a stretch of the M25 near the county expected to be among the busiest roads in the country.
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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:43:59 +0100
Rare U.S. spy plane spotted flying over High Wycombe and Lane End
Residents in certain areas of South Buckinghamshire may have spotted an unusual aircraft overhead earlier this week.
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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:12:24 +0100
Fly-tipper fined £1,000 after dumping furniture on country lane
A fly-tipper has been hit with a £1,000 fixed penalty notice after dumping broken furniture on a rural lane in Gerrards Cross.
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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Residents asked to water young trees as heatwaves hit Marlow
A Marlow mayor has appealed for residents to help protect young trees across the town as Buckinghamshire continues to experience the effects of a dry summer and recent heatwaves.
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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0100
Bucks primary school pupil, 10, scores top marks in GCSE Maths - wowing parents
A 10-year-old boy from Beaconsfield has achieved an extraordinary Grade 9 in GCSE Maths after teaching himself the syllabus in just five months.
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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
High Wycombe pupils celebrate IB MYP results above global average
Year 11 students at The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School in High Wycombe are celebrating after achieving above the worldwide average in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP).
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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Bicester Caravan & Leisure announces plans to launch motorhome hire in 2027
Bicester Caravan & Leisure has announced plans to introduce a dedicated motorhome hire fleet in 2027, marking the next stage in the continued growth of one of Oxfordshire's longest-established leisure vehicle dealerships.
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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Five-bedroom semi-detached house for sale in High Wycombe for £600,000
The house in Chapel Lane, High Wycombe, is up for sale for offers in excess of £600,000.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:53:43 +0100
Uninsured driver, drug seizure and ASB patrols among police round up
Neighbourhood officers and Special Constabulary colleagues carried out patrols and responded to incidents across South Buckinghamshire over the last few days.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 08:05:16 +0100
Heathrow Airport flight delays and cancellations today
Some holidaymakers have seen their flights delayed or cancelled at Heathrow Airport today (Monday, August 24), according to Flightradar24.com.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Parking shake-up could bring new yellow lines and longer stays across Gerrards Cross
Drivers could be given more time to park in Gerrards Cross under plans for a shake-up of restrictions.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Nostalgia: The man behind Marlow Bridge
If you live in Marlow, there are some things you can probably picture without even trying. The bunting adorning the High Street in the heat of summer. The fog rising off the river on a cool morning. The boats passing through the lock.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Clarks confirms closure date for High Wycombe store
Clarks has confirmed it will close its High Wycombe store before the end of the year.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:32:00 +0100
Candidate elected to parish council with 63% of vote
An independent candidate has been elected to Hazlemere Parish Council following a by-election in the village's North Ward.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 12:30:00 +0100
Pub says it is losing customers after five power cuts
A Bourne End pub says it has lost customers after being hit by a string of power outages.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0100
Young Buckinghamshire water skier crowned European champion
A 12-year-old water skier from Chalfont St Peter has been crowned a European champion after a standout performance at the 2026 Europe & Africa Youth Waterski Championships in Greece.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:30:52 +0100
Diners have just days to use loyalty points at restaurant chain shutting 195 sites
Beefeater and Brewers Fayre customers have been urged to use their loyalty points before the restaurants close in September
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:24:23 +0100
‘One of a kind’ Race Across The World star Jo Gardiner dies a year after son
Her son and co-star Sam Gardiner died after a car accident last year.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:22:45 +0100
Popular sunscreen sold in Boots banned from the UK after being labelled 'high risk'
A Bubble Cosmetics sunscreen has been rejected from the UK after it was labelled as "high risk".
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:37:56 +0100
Drivers face possible MOT test price hike as calls made for major increase
The cost of MOT tests on cars could nearly double under new guidelines proposed to the Government.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Make magical Christmas memories at Bisham Abbey
Set on the banks of the River Thames, historic Bisham Abbey is preparing to welcome families, friends and colleagues for a sparkling programme of festive events this December.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Bisham Abbey — meeting more than expectations
Bisham Abbey offers a meeting and events experience like no other, combining impressive grounds, unique heritage and flexible spaces with a dedicated events team on hand to ensure everything runs smoothly.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Four-bedroom detached house for sale in Downley on sale for £750,000
The Selwood Way property offers 'spacious and versatile accommodation' and is situated in the village of Downley.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Man arrested after knife incident in South Bucks police operation
Thames Valley Police’s Special Constabulary officers supported colleagues across South Buckinghamshire, volunteering 50 hours of service over the weekend.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Man sentenced for carrying crowbar at car boot sale
A man has been sentenced after admitting to carrying a crowbar in public.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 11:16:24 +0100
Police appeal after reports of 'loud' speeding cars in Marlow
Police are seeking information after reports of speeding vehicles on Dedmere Road, Marlow, during the early hours of Sunday morning (August 23).
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Men's mental health group to host huge nature walk across the Chilterns
A men's mental health group that already hosts regular walks in High Wycombe is inviting people to take part in a special "Big Walk" across the Chilterns next month.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Old photos from yesteryear - The residents of Penn from the 1940s and 50s
Here we take a look at the activities which the people living in the village of Penn would have been involved with during the 1940 and 1950s. The pictures are from the SWOP website, www.swop.org.uk.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Nostalgia: From a countryside retreat, to a school, to luxury hotel
The residents of Penn & Tylers Green, and the wider area around those villages, are taking a keen interest in the work which is underway at what was known as Penn School, and before that as the Rayners Estate.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Nostalgia: The story of Eskdale Avenue in Chesham
Eskdale Avenue in Chesham is well-known for its trees. It was originally two roads which met and became one. This is the story…
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
High Wycombe church receives £25,000 towards toilet and baby changing
A High Wycombe church has received £25,000 to make its facilities accessible to everyone.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
McLaren Racing challenges residents to complete Silverstone lap for fundraiser
McLaren Racing is asking Buckinghamshire residents to complete virtual laps of Silverstone to raise money for mental health.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 10:41:24 +0100
Jeremy Clarkson breaks silence on new Grand Tour hosts with blunt warning
Jeremy Clarkson has issued a sweary warning to the three new hosts of Prime Video's The Grand Tour.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 10:55:44 +0100
Millions could face huge benefit changes as Reform targets PIP and Universal Credit
Reform UK plans to scrap PIP and the Universal Credit health element for working-age adults as part of a proposed £50bn welfare shake-up.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 10:41:53 +0100
Drivers face possible MOT test price hike as calls made for major increase
The cost of MOT tests on cars could nearly double under new guidelines proposed to the Government.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Wycombe to host first indie fantasy book fair
Organised by local authors Liisa Sabah and Matthew Hillsdon, a fantasy book fair will take place in Wycombe on November 7.
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Last updated by System Admin on 27th August, 2018