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Mon, 09 Aug 2021 09:28:39 +0100
Former Aylesbury soldier sent x-rated messages to 'girls'
A former Aylesbury soldier tried to teach a 12-year-old ‘girl’ about the phrase ‘morning glory’.

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
In the dock: Weekly round-up of hearings at Wycombe Magistrates' Court - June 24 - June 30
Weekly round-up of hearings at Wycombe Magistrates’ Court:

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 21:27:15 +0100
High Wycombe murder probe: Fifth man charged after death of Andrew Ballantyne
A fifth man has been charged with the murder of a High Wycombe grandfather who died in the street last weekend.

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Chalfont St Peter property developer 'found dead by police after ingesting toxic substance'
A property developer was found unresponsive on his bed after his worried family called 999 because they had not been able to reach him, an inquest heard this week.

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Beeches Park Beaconsfield: Huge new 450-home housing estate with sports pitches and community centre planned
Up to 450 new homes, a primary school and a community building are being planned as part of a huge new development in Beaconsfield.

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 14:15:26 +0100
'Beyond frustrated': Anti-social drivers in High Wycombe 'disturbing whole town'
Anti-social drivers of cars that have "obnoxious" modifications are disturbing High Wycombe residents "throughout the night", a frustrated resident has claimed.

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Warning after pet cat 'poisoned with antifreeze' in Loudwater
A cat has apparently been poisoned with antifreeze in Loudwater - prompting a warning to keep pets safe.

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Warning not to drive too fast on resurfaced roads - because you could be reported
Drivers are being warned not to drive over the speed limit on roads that have recently been resurfaced in the county - because Transport for Bucks engineers on the scene are reporting them to the authorities.

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 11:54:55 +0100
Man suffers broken arm and another has lip split in fight near Aylesbury pub
One man suffered a broken arm and another was left with a split lip in a fight in Aylesbury on Friday night - and two people have been arrested.

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 11:39:40 +0100
Dog-friendly Megan's restaurant is coming to Marlow High Street
An independently-owned dog friendly restaurant is opening up in Marlow town centre - its first eatery outside of the M25.

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 11:03:31 +0100
Bucks Healthcare Trust's top midwife urges pregnant women to get Covid-19 vaccine
Expectant mums are being urged to get the Covid-19 vaccine by Buckinghamshire Healthcare Trust's top midwife.

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Our historic fascination with vintage cars - from coronation celebrations to actress visits
This week the main Nostalgia article features the story of the first recorded journey in England in a motor car.

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 10:23:01 +0100
ROADWORKS: 24 roads to get treatment this week - full list
This is where Transport for Bucks will be working this week in a bid to improve the county's roads.

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 09:00:00 +0100
EVERY planning application submitted to the council this week
Here is every planning application submitted to the council this week

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 12:56:00 +0100
Will there be an August heatwave? Latest forecast from the the UK Met Office
Brits are hoping soaring temperatures can return once more this month.

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 10:44:57 +0100
The motor car makes its England debut
This article, written by Janet Kennish, first appeared in a sister paper of the Bucks Free Press, the Slough Observer, on July 2. I thought it would be of interest to BFP readers so it is reproduced here.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 14:57:22 +0100
Andrew Ballantyne murder investigation sees another High Wycombe man arrested today
Another High Wycombe man has been arrested today as four men are charged with the murder of Andrew Ballantyne in Micklefield Road.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 11:06:20 +0100
High Wycombe murder investigation: Two more men charged in connection with Andrew Ballantyne's death
Two more men have been charged with murder after a grandfather died in the street in High Wycombe.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
A40 London Road High Wycombe flooding: Plea to sort out long-running problem every time it rains
Long-running issues with flooding on a major High Wycombe road have been branded a “complete shambles” by fed-up residents who say the council is doing nothing to solve the problem.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 14:31:30 +0100
Hambleden Grade II listed manor house goes up for sale - and it has its own party barn
An incredible Grade II listed manor house with seven bedrooms, a swimming pool and its own party barn has gone up for sale in the rolling Chilterns countryside.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
More than 100 High Wycombe houses sign up for epic Disney window trail to entertain kids
More than 100 houses in High Wycombe have been decked out in Disney-themed designs as part of fun trail for children that raises cash for charity.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 16:27:00 +0100
Stuart Lodge: Former WI headquarters in High Wycombe could become flats
The former headquarters of the Buckinghamshire Women's Institute in High Wycombe could be transformed into flats after the building was sold.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 13:38:27 +0100
Slough man who had cannabis in his car in Gerrards Cross is given suspended jail sentence
A man who had cannabis in his car in Gerrards Cross has been given a suspended jail sentence.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 13:35:15 +0100
The prison sentences UK's teenage murderers will serve
One will serve a minimum of just ten years behind bars

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 11:41:49 +0100
Jones Hill Wood anti-HS2 protester who assaulted security guards ordered to pay them £50 each
An anti-HS2 protester who assaulted two security guards at a woodland site that inspired author Roald Dahl has been ordered to pay compensation to his victims.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 11:00:30 +0100
Midsomer Murders Buckinghamshire filming locations inspire tourists to visit
Buckinghamshire has appeared in a list of the 50 top staycation destinations inspired by their appearance on TV shows.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 10:39:35 +0100
Bucks puppy farming gang members jailed for 18 years
This article contains photos that some may find upsetting

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
High Wycombe Park and Ride bus charges return after two years
After two years of offering free travel, High Wycombe Park and Ride buses will start charging again from Monday.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Your memories of events at High Wycombe's Town Hall
High Wycombe has been home to many venues where people have been able to meet friends, dance, socialise and have a merry time through the years.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Marlow High Street in the 1920s and 30s
This week we have delved into our archives to bring you some great photos of Marlow’s High Street in the 1920s and 30s.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
More Londoners are moving to Home Counties
During the first six months of this year, Londoners bought 61,830 homes outside the capital.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Bucks: Summerhouse and tennis court plans revealed
A new summerhouse, a tennis court, and an annexe conversion are just some of the many applications submitted to Bucks Council in the last week.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 22:13:35 +0100
Wycombe midfielder David Wheeler tests positive for Covid-19
Wycombe midfielder David Wheeler has confirmed that he missed his side’s victory over Accrington Stanley after testing positive for Covid-19.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 17:22:37 +0100
High Wycombe burglars 'pretended to hand out flyers' before breaking into house on Brands Hill Avenue
Burglars who snatched jewellery from a High Wycombe home may have pretended to be handing out flyers before breaking in.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 16:30:00 +0100
Fred Stubbings: ‘The grand old man of Coleshill’
Fred Stubbings, who lived at Coleshill from 1900 until his death in 1956, was a well-known local artist, who loved to paint South Bucks landscapes and scenes from village life.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 16:30:00 +0100
Aylesbury MP Rob Butler: 'HS2's words must be matched with actions'
This week, Aylesbury MP Rob Butler writes exclusively to BFP readers:

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Buckinghamshire Culture enjoy successful open weekend
Buckinghamshire residents celebrated a long weekend of creativity, culture and stories as part of an Open Weekend co-ordinated by Buckinghamshire Culture in partnership with Buckinghamshire Council.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Incredible action photography makes for dramatic shots around Buckinghamshire
Our world is constantly in motion. It is full of movement and it can make for some dramatic shots.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Death notices in the Bucks Free Press last week
Here are the death announcements carried in the Bucks Free Press last week.

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 17:11:30 +0100
State Pension: Important change you need to know about before 2022
The changes will come into effect from January 1, 2022.

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 16:03:54 +0100
Former Penn School could be transformed into boutique hotel and restaurant
A former school that controversially shut down leaving pupils with nowhere to go and has been empty ever since could be turned into a boutique hotel and restaurant.

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 15:18:00 +0100
HGV trips to Binders Industrial Estate to double
HGV trips to an industrial estate are set to double – but there are fears for the safety of schoolchildren and residents’ health.

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 07:21:32 +0100
Two more men arrested over High Wycombe ‘murder’
Two more men have been arrested in connection with a High Wycombe murder investigation following the death a 55-year-old man.

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 19:00:00 +0100
Bucks criminals that women and children should avoid
Murder, paedophilia and beating up women. Some of the county’s lowest characters have committed unthinkable crimes.

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Men accused of High Wycombe ‘murder’ brought before judge
Two men who are accused of murdering a 55-year-old father in High Wycombe were brought before a judge today (Friday).

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 15:51:17 +0100
Parking at Beaconsfield apartments to double
Parking at an apartment building could double in number if plans are approved.

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 13:47:00 +0100
Little Chalfont Cllrs speak out against plans for 350 new homes on former golf course
Six councillors have spoken out against plans for 350 new homes on Green Belt land in Little Chalfont.

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 13:39:14 +0100
Slough man fined for fly-tipping in Burnham in February 2020
A 36-year-old man has received a suspended prison sentence and has had to pay a fine after he was twice caught fly-tipping on secret surveillance cameras.

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 12:38:47 +0100
Aylesbury pervert exposed his genitals in Great Kingshill
A pervert who exposed his genitals in a quiet Bucks village has been added to the sex offenders register.

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 11:31:42 +0100
Bucks man banned from driving after positive Windsor cocaine test
A MAN caught driving under the influence of cocaine has been fined more than 20 months after committing his offence.



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