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Fri, 15 Jul 2022 10:04:03 +0100
The George and Dragon West Wycombe set to reopen under new management
A popular 300-year-old pub that closed its doors earlier this year is set to reopen next week under new management.

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 08:34:59 +0100
Marlow man caught speeding in High Wycombe banned from driving for 6 months
A Marlow man caught speeding in High Wycombe has had his driving licence taken away for six months.

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 08:02:28 +0100
Aylesbury: Woman in her thirties is sexually assaulted behind shop in Britannia Street
A woman was sexually assaulted by a man behind an Aylesbury shop.

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Cameras to catch and fine drivers abusing rules of the road set to be installed by DECEMBER
Drivers abusing the rules of the road, including driving through no entry signs and entering yellow box junctions, could soon be a thing of the past - as the council has finally been granted powers to get tough on bad driving.

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 09:17:41 +0100
Thame man caught using phone behind wheel avoids driving ban because he might lose his job
A man who was caught using a mobile phone while behind the wheel has escaped a driving ban - because he might lose his job.

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
IN THE DOCK: Weekly round-up of hearings at Wycombe Magistrates' Court: June 22-23
Weekly round-up of hearings at Wycombe Magistrates’ Court:

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 09:37:23 +0100
Motorway speed limit reduction and Sunday driving ban to tackle reliance on oil suggested
Included in the plan is a ban on driving cars in cities every Sunday, as well as a suggestion to cut speed limits on motorways by 6mph

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 08:55:10 +0100
Milton Keynes man charged after police find lock knife during stop and search
A man has been charged with knife possession after a stop and search in Milton Keynes saw a lock knife found by police.

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 19:00:00 +0100
Royal Grammar School headmaster blasts planned 5G mast close to school as an 'eyesore' and a 'blight'
A High Wycombe head teacher has objected to the "out of keeping" plans for a 5G mast close to a school - as parents and neighbours slam the plans.

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 11:46:47 +0100
Milton Keynes man who tried to break into house using a STICK is foiled by doorbell camera
A Milton Keynes man who tried to get into a house using a stick he found outside was foiled by a doorbell camera.

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 13:06:01 +0100
Chesham and Amersham PSPO could be extended for another three years in bid to cut anti-social behaviour
A ban on drinking alcohol in areas of Chesham and Amersham could be extended for another three years in an ongoing bid to tackle anti-social behaviour.

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 14:47:17 +0100
Town regeneration planned for areas of Wycombe, Chesham and Aylesbury where there is 'deprivation and poverty'
Areas of High Wycombe, Chesham and Aylesbury where there is “acute deprivation and poverty” are set to be targeted for improvements – but Buckinghamshire Council leader Martin Tett has warned there are not “vast bucketloads of cash” to thro...

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Holtspur: New sports pitches could be built in Green Belt behind row of houses next to M40
New sports pitches could be built behind houses in Holtspur as part of a plans by the developers of Wilton Park in Beaconsfield.

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 12:44:00 +0100
Van thought to be involved in fly-tipping is seized by police in Chesham
A van that is thought to have been involved in fly-tipping has been seized by police.

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 13:38:49 +0100
High Wycombe's Christian Wade speaks about his love for the town
He’s been to all four corners of the world, he’s worked with some of the greatest in the game, and his desire to help and achieve is infectious.

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 19:00:00 +0100
Stoke Poges Maserati thieves admit guilt after 100mph chase
A pair of thieves who stole a Maserati before getting caught driving it at over 100mph are set to be sentenced after admitting their guilt.

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 10:06:43 +0100
High Wycombe woman arrested in connection with robbery as iPhone and £40 stolen
A High Wycombe woman has been arrested in connection with a robbery that saw an iPhone and £40 stolen.

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 09:36:21 +0100
Firefighters break into van on M40 as man seen 'unresponsive' inside
Firefighters had to break into a van on the M40 after a man was seen unresponsive in the front.

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 17:45:52 +0100
Chilterns Railways to strike on Wycombe's opening day fixture
Several rail companies will go on strike on July 30 which is the opening day of the Football League season.

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 16:29:00 +0100
Work starts on building controversial HS2 viaduct near Wendover
Work has finally started on building a controversial HS2 viaduct near Wendover.

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 15:38:50 +0100
Woman loses licence for Amersham speeding
A driver has lost her licence after she was caught speeding in Amersham.

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 14:55:20 +0100
Marlow teenager guilty of triple assault in town
A Marlow teenager has been ordered to pay up following a triple assault in the town.

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 19:00:00 +0100
Amersham's eyesore green cabinets that were covered in graffiti given amazing makeover
Ugly green Openreach cabinets in Amersham that were covered in graffiti tags have been given a stunning makeover.

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:29:10 +0100
Voucher business run entirely by women is voted the best in Bucks
A voucher business run entirely by a team of women has been voted the best in Buckinghamshire at a prestigious awards ceremony.

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:13:40 +0100
King's Wood Primary School in High Wycombe opens sensory garden
A High Wycombe primary school is celebrating after finally being able to open their new sensory garden after "four years of blood, sweat and tears".

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 16:23:43 +0100
Amersham scientists recognised for their innovative ideas
A group of scientists from Amersham have won a total of around £160,000 of no strings funding after coming up with innovative ways which could enhance the world of health.

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 15:42:04 +0100
Chesham Scouts celebrate 70th anniversary in milestone year
The first Chesham Scouts celebrated their 100th birthday by having a Group camp at the Walter Davies Scout Camp site in Stokes Poges.

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 11:48:11 +0100
Martin Lewis issues energy bills price hike warning to anyone who pays by direct debit
It comes after Mr Lewis revealed he “feels sick” after sharing the latest predictions for energy prices later this year.

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:44:04 +0100
Much-loved reuse shop at High Heavens gets a major overhaul as it marks 10 years
A much-loved reuse shop at High Heavens household recycling centre has celebrated 10 years of being open - by unveiling a new retail space after a major overhaul.

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Three better alternatives to the UK Lotto, EuroMillions and Set-for-Life
Which lottery is the best to bet on in UK? Everyone knows about the UK Lotto, EuroMillions and Set For Life – but have you ever wished you could bet on more and better alternatives to hit the jackpot? We’ve got you covered.

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 19:00:00 +0100
High Wycombe ex-cop ‘lost control’ during violent arrest
A former High Wycombe police officer has been labelled a “bully” after he was found to have “lost control” when he violently arrested a suspect.

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 19:00:00 +0100
Askett resident says plants on grass verge are forcing people to walk in road and should be removed
A fed-up Askett resident says garden plants on a village grass verge are forcing pedestrians into a road where hundreds of vehicles pass every day.

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 13:49:09 +0100
High Wycombe Jubilee Road car fire: Firefighters tackle blaze
Neighbours recalled hearing a large bang in the early hours of the morning as a car caught fire in a residential street.

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 14:51:22 +0100
Milton Keynes murder probe: Arrest after Fishermead death
Police have launched a murder investigation following the suspicious death of a 35-year-old man in Fishermead.

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 10:48:20 +0100
High Wycombe: 12 people told to leave town centre as police try to tackle anti-social behaviour
Twelve people were told to leave High Wycombe town centre by police yesterday - as they try to tackle anti-social behaviour following an early morning attack.

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 14:47:02 +0100
Milton Keynes e-scooter crash leaves teenagers in hospital
A GIRL riding an e-scooter has been rushed to hospital after a crash involving a car.

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 11:00:58 +0100
M40 vehicle fire closes southbound carriageway between junctions 6 and 7
A vehicle fire shut part of the M40 this morning, with delays of an hour being reported.

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 17:32:21 +0100
Abandoned tyre causes disruption on High Wycombe road
A runaway tyre briefly caused disruption in High Wycombe after it was spotted in the middle of a three-way road.

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 11:34:26 +0100
M40 and A40 delays after lorry crash
A crash involving two lorries on the M40 into London caused major tailbacks for drivers this morning.

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 08:34:15 +0100
Bradenham: Joy-riding 'idiots' slammed for damaging cricket pitch AGAIN
"Idiots" who have damaged a cricket pitch by joy-riding have been slammed.

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Beeches Park Beaconsfield: Plea to help fight plans for 450 new homes as developers launch appeal
The community is rallying to fight plans for up to 450 new homes in Beaconsfield after developers announced they were launching an appeal after the council refused to allow it to go ahead.

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
New Denham man gets nearly £3,000 bill for assault
A Bucks man has been ordered to pay nearly £3,000 after he was found guilty of assault.

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 16:36:40 +0100
Luton teenager charged with knife crimes in Milton Keynes
A 17-year-old boy has been charged with two crimes which includes a being in possession of a knife.

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 01:00:00 +0100
IN PICTURES: Wycombe celebrate promotion to the Championship
Pinch yourself Wycombe fans, you will be playing in the Championship next season.

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 14:46:19 +0100
Milton Keynes man pleads guilty to possessing four-inch knife
A MAN from Milton Keynes has been convicted of a knife offence after he was found with a weapon.

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 14:31:04 +0100
BBC programme Any Questions set to broadcast live from High Wycombe with Ask Sarkar - tickets available now
A BBC radio programme is set to broadcast live from High Wycombe at the end of the month - and local people can get involved.

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 16:32:00 +0100
Ex-Bucks Fire chief accused of creating 'damaging and divisive culture' as he's hired to new role
Buckinghamshire firefighters have slammed the decision to hire their former chief fire officer in the same role in a neighbouring county - calling out the “damaging and divisive culture he created” during his tenure at Buckinghamshire Fire and Re...

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 13:02:12 +0100
Aylesbury man charged with robbery after town centre incident
An Aylesbury man has been charged as part of a robbery investigation in the town.

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 11:23:14 +0100
Wycombe Wanderers draw 0-0 against Oxford City in friendly
Wycombe Wanderers kept their second clean sheet in three days as they drew 0-0 against Oxford City in a pre-season friendly.

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 10:25:49 +0100
Man dies along the A404 between High Wycombe and Marlow
A man in his 40s has died following a crash between High Wycombe and Marlow.



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