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Sat, 03 Dec 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Chalfont St Giles homes plan at Bucks farm refused
HUGE housing plans at a Bucks farm have been tossed out by Bucks planning bosses.

Sat, 03 Dec 2022 05:00:00 +0000
What's on this Christmas season in High Wycombe and beyond
CHRISTMAS is set for its brightest showing yet across the Buckinghamshire county this winter with light festivals set to illuminate the town.

Sat, 03 Dec 2022 06:00:00 +0000
M4 and M40 road closures: December 2-4
There will be a few road closures that could affect Berkshire drivers over the December 2-4 weekend

Sat, 03 Dec 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Treasury reveals unclaimed estates in Buckinghamshire for December
There are dozens of estates left unclaimed by people who were either born or died in Buckinghamshire - see if your surname is on the list.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 16:30:00 +0000
Denham Green E-ACT Primary Academy celebrate Good Ofsted score
A BUCKINGHAMSHIRE primary school has retained its rating of 'Good' following a recent inspection by the education watchdog.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 12:26:16 +0000
Martinsend Lane: Man crashes into telephone pole
Traffic was blocked after a man crashed into the roadside telephone pole in the Chilterns.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 10:32:13 +0000
Knife Angel sculpture installed in Milton Keynes town
A GIANT sculpture made out of 100,000 knives has been installed to raise awareness of the harmful effects knife crime has on the community.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 10:26:12 +0000
Aylesbury: Police search van driver after crash on A41
POLICE have appealed for witnesses after a driver rammed his car into a police car in Aylesbury on Wednesday.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 05:00:00 +0000
10 Bucks restaurants receive new food hygiene ratings
New food hygiene ratings have been handed to restaurants, takeaways, and cafes in Buckinghamshire.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 19:00:00 +0000
New burger takeaway set to open in Chesham with free food
A NEW burger takeaway is opening soon in Chesham, and they have a surprise to local diners.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 19:00:00 +0000
In the Dock: E-scooter rider sentenced for drug-driving in round up
Round up of hearings at Wycombe Magistrates’ Court:

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 16:30:00 +0000
British Curry Awards: Malik's Gerrards Cross crowned best in UK
A multi award-winning Buckinghamshire Indian restaurant celebrated another big win at the “Oscars” for best British curry.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 16:08:40 +0000
Send us your photos of your homes decorated for Christmas
CHRISTMAS lights are being switched on all over Bucks.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 16:59:22 +0000
M1 crash: Picture shows horrific aftermath of lorry smash
A HORRIFIC image has been shared by police of a lorry involved in a crash on the motorway this morning.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 11:56:18 +0000
ASDA launches refillable Cadbury’s Chocolate Buttons and Haribo sweets
A SUPERMARKET in Bucks has introduced a refillable station with family favourites such as Giant Cadbury’s Chocolate Buttons, Haribo Jelly Beans and Maynards Wine Gums.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 11:14:57 +0000
Strep A virus: Signs and symptoms as third child dies within a week
Group A streptococcus (or Strep A) is known to cause scarlet fever, throat infections and, in very rare cases, invasive disease.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 00:38:05 +0000
Watch Netflix's first trailer for Harry and Meghan's docuseries
The first official trailer of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's Netflix docuseries has been released.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 08:57:17 +0000
Glastonbury 2023: Sir Elton John to headline in last UK gig
Sir Elton John is to headline Glastonbury 2023 to mark his last-ever UK tour date.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Beaconsfield Train Station catalytic converter thefts rise
A SPATE of catalytic converter thefts at a train station in Bucks has resulted in police to take action.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 00:39:19 +0000
Warning to parents over baby product that could cause harm or death
The product creates a risk of serious harm or death from choking on the feed or aspiration pneumonia

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 23:50:53 +0000
Aylesbury car crash causes heavy delays in the centre of the town
The main road leading into the centre of Aylesbury was cordoned off by police following a serious incident.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 19:00:00 +0000
The names and faces of Bucks criminals jailed in November
The lowest of the low have been jailed in Bucks in the past month including a man who bit a police woman's ear and a 'heinous' burglar who stabbed a victim in their home.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 15:46:19 +0000
High Wycombe murder probe: People asked to check CCTV
POLICE are urging people to review their home CCTV as they continue to investigate the death of a man in his 90s who died following a burglary.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 19:00:00 +0000
Fairfax and Favor opens Marlow store in high street
A NEW business has opened its doors in the heart of Marlow high street.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 16:30:00 +0000
"Greedy" Eton College slammed by Dorney locals over homes plan
A “GREEDY” college has been slammed for “cramming” as many homes as possible at a tiny site near Dorney village.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 15:24:38 +0000
Buckinghamshire Film Office opens at Pinewood Studios
RESIDENTS could be seeing much more of Buckinghamshire on the both the big and the small screen - as the council has opened a dedicated film office to help production companies take advantage of the county’s rolling countryside and picture-perfect ...

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 11:35:13 +0000
Milton Keynes: Woman attacked by two teenage boys
A WOMAN in her 70s was hit across the head in a terrifying attack in an underpass.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 11:14:22 +0000
Marlow to see free parking for Christmas period
FREE parking is on offer to shoppers in Marlow this weekend and throughout December to boost business and encourage residents to flock to the high street in the lead up to Christmas.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 10:23:09 +0000
Power cut in High Wycombe affecting 14 postcodes
POWER cuts have happened in High Wycombe this morning leaving homes without electricity.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Buckinghamshire house prices: Average house prices soar by £8,000
House prices in Buckinghamshire have soared by an average of over £8,000 in the month of September, according to figures from the Land Registry.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 05:00:00 +0000
West Wycombe School children learn BMX and life-skills by Mike Mullen
The young children at a Buckinghamshire school learnt extreme sports when a BMX bike champion paid a visit to their school.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 18:14:18 +0000
Barratt David Wilson North Thames gives £1k to Aylesbury charity
A charity that focuses on helping the homeless in Aylesbury has recently been given a whopping £1,000 donation.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 17:31:30 +0000
Broughton Junior School in Aylesbury celebrates opening new play area
A primary school has recently unveiled its brand-new play area focusing on onsite construction safety.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 17:17:41 +0000
Great British Bake Off looking for 2023 contestants
THE Great British Bake Off is looking for contestants from Buckinghamshire to take part in the next series.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 15:41:01 +0000
Disqualified driver caught in Aylesbury after using van to get to work
A motorist has been reported and their vehicle has been seized after they were caught driving whilst disqualified.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 14:33:43 +0000
WhatsApp scam: Thames Valley Police issue warning to residents
A WARNING has been issued over a WhatsApp messenger scam in which recipients are urged to transfer money to someone purporting to be a family member in need of urgent help.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Six Bucks play areas set to get a major makeover
A NUMBER of Bucks play areas are in line for a major makeover including installation of a new skate park, a play area with climbing nets, and replacement Ropes on the Rye play space.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 09:39:47 +0000
DWP Universal Credit claimants set for £10 Christmas cash boost
Millions will see extra cash in their bank account this Christmas.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 09:50:03 +0000
How NatWest could help you cut emissions and lower energy bills
A new free digital Carbon Planner tool from NatWest helps all businesses reduce their carbon emissions

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 20:45:02 +0000
Worcester man with Aylesbury link pictured after GBH incident
A man who may have information regarding an incident of GBH in the Midlands has links to Buckinghamshire.

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 19:18:07 +0000
Jury to hear full inquest into Dorney man’s coasteering death
A jury is to hear the inquest of a 49-year-old man who died while coasteering at a popular beauty spot, a coroner has ruled.

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 16:30:00 +0000
Police reveal knife-crime amnesty operation results
The police in Buckinghamshire revealed how many knives were handed in during a crime reduction operation.

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
HS2 announces almost 1 million trees planted on National Tree Week
The HS2 announced its big tree planting project after almost 1 million trees have been already planted in areas affected by the railway’s construction.

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
The Maltings: Old Amersham housing development concerns residents
Plans for 45 new homes at a listed former brewery site were met with mixed feelings from some residents.

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 21:17:17 +0000
Stolen Range Rover in Milton Keynes is recovered after 10 minutes
A stolen Range Rover was recovered after just 10 minutes after it was reported to the police.

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 19:00:00 +0000
Police to address rising burglary concerns in Bucks
The police in Buckinghamshire announced action to address residents’ concerns after a town’s burglary numbers jumped.

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 12:24:36 +0000
HSBC to shut 114 banks in 2023: Full list of closed branches
HSBC to close 114 branches in 2023.

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 16:30:00 +0000
Chiltern Railways train timetable set to change ahead of Christmas
A NEW timetable for Chiltern Railways was announced ahead of Christmas.

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 11:50:00 +0000
Police in Amersham warn residents following rise in burglaries
THE POLICE in Buckinghamshire have warned homeowners after a rise in burglaries.

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Preston Hill: Bucks NHS objects plan for new Chesham homes
A new plan for 52 homes in Buckinghamshire was met with objection following concern for local health care’s ability to cope with extra pressure.



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